Admirals Reach Care Home

Ridgewell Avenue, Chelmsford CM1 2GA
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  • Admirals Reach Care Home, Chelmsford
Nestled within the quiet surroundings of Chelmsford, Admirals Reach care home offers personalised residential, nursing, residential dementia and nursing dementia care to older people.

The professional care team is on hand to help you or your loved one settle into life at the home. By getting to know each individual resident at Admirals Reach, they take pride in creating an engaging lifestyle which offers something for every resident to get involved with. Whether it be participating in activities such as gardening or taking trips out, or embracing the quieter times, each resident is encouraged to lead their best lives, with choice and autonomy at the centre.

Inside, Admirals Reach's modern yet homely interior includes well-furnished lounges and spacious rooms as well as a conservatory. Arranged in five separate houses, four of these provide dementia care and one provides residential care.

The home also offers a range of lovely dining areas where residents can relax and enjoy an intimate dining experience with family and friends, and in addition to the dining rooms, residents can also enjoy mealtimes in the peaceful courtyard garden on sunny days.
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Care Provided by Admirals Reach Care Home

Primary Care Categories

  • Older Person Care
  • Dementia
  • Mental Health Condition
  • Physical Disability
  • Visual / Hearing Impairment

Length of Stay

  • Permanent Care
  • Respite Care

Care Types Provided

  • Residential Care
  • Nursing Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Dementia Nursing Care
  • For a maximum of 158 Service Users

Dementia Care Types

  • Mild Dementia

Other Care Provided

  • Palliative / End of Life Care
  • Convalescent Care

Facilities

  • Own Furniture if required
  • Pet Friendly (or by arrangement)
  • Close to Local shops
  • Near Public Transport
  • Gardens
  • Residents Kitchenette
  • Phone Point in own room
  • Television point in own room

Funding & Fees What's included?

Weekly Charges per Person

  • Self-Funded Residential Care: from £1383
  • Self-Funded Residential Dementia Care: from £1490
  • Self-Funded Nursing Care: from £1499
  • Self-Funded Nursing Dementia Care: from £1599
  • RESPITE Self-Funded Residential Care: from £1522
  • RESPITE Self-Funded Residential Dementia Care: from £1639
  • RESPITE Self-Funded Nursing Care: from £1649
  • RESPITE Self-Funded Nursing Dementia Care: from £1759

These prices are only a guideline, please contact Admirals Reach Care Home to find out the exact price for your requirements.

Contact Admirals Reach Care Home to confirm what's included and get a personalised quote:

Funding Types Accepted

  • Self Funding (Private)
  • Local Authority with Top Up
  • Local Authority
  • NHS Continuing Healthcare (CHC)

Support you may be entitled to

If you chose a care home based in England, you may be eligible for NHS Funded Nursing Care (FNC), which helps cover the cost of nursing. This is worth £254.06 per week and is usually paid directly to the care home.

Contact Admirals Reach Care Home to confirm what's included and get a personalised quote:

Good to Know

Group/Owner

Person in Charge

  • Lal Mangalam (General Manager)

Local Authority / Social Services

Admission Information

  • Ages 65+

Care Home Design/Build

  • Purpose Built: Yes

Room Information

  • Single Rooms (158)

Admirals Reach Care Home Reviews (367)

9.7

Admirals Reach Care Home has a Review Score of 9.7 (9.687) out of 10, based on 85 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Admirals Reach Care Home has 367 reviews.

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Review from Carla B (Daughter of Resident) published on 19 January 2026 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Our experience is no more than exceptional! There isn't one area of the home that we can fault! From the kitchen staff, the laundry team and then every single member in Benbow, they all blow us away with their professionalism, care and empathy. We thank you from the bottom of our hearts.
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Review from Sue R (Daughter of Resident) published on 19 January 2026 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Always friendly and helpful. Dad is well looked after, staff are observant of medical needs. Food is always excellent.
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Review from Michelle J (Daughter of Resident) published on 16 January 2026 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I am extremely happy with the care and support given to my mum, Jenny, and family.
Staff go above and beyond and are all so friendly, helpful and polite.
As a family, we are all well supported and communication with staff is brilliant. They keep us updated with her health.
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Review from Anne T (Daughter of Resident) published on 14 January 2026 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I can highly recommend Admirals Reach. The services provided here are excellent. The staffs level of care for all residents outstanding. . They're so welcoming and the great news is they welcome dogs which makes such a difference to mum and others. I wouldn't hesitate in recommending this home.,
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Review from M L (Resident) published on 14 January 2026 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
We have had a lovely month, lots of games, activities, and it really feels like Christmas. All staff are really making an effort to make it feel like a really good Christmas, which means a lot to those of us who don't have visitors.
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Review from Susan S (Daughter of Resident) published on 12 January 2026 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
This is such an amazing care home which I would recommend without hesitation .
The staff provide an exemplary service . They are fun, friendly , supportive and very professional.
They give advice to family and residents .
The home is clean and the food is really good .
Parking is never a problem
I give it 5*
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Review from D E (Daughter of Resident) published on 22 December 2025 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I have found my mother to be happy here with the caring staff. The home parking can be a problem in the morning, but that is my only comment on the negative side.
Reply from Julie Caygill, Hospital Liaison Team Administrator at Admirals Reach Care HomeThank you so much for sharing your feedback. Were delighted to hear that your mother is happy and feels well cared for by our teamthat means the world to us. We truly value your honesty about the parking situation, and well continue to look for ways to make this easier for families. Your comments help us improve, and were grateful for your support.
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Review from L M (Granddaughter of Resident) published on 19 December 2025 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Everyone who works here are so kind and always say hello or how are you with a smile on their face. The place is always kept tidy and clean. I hear the activities here are very good from my nan, which she loves so so then she can get out of her room for a bit of fresh air.
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Review from Joanne A (Daughter of Resident) published on 19 December 2025 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I am more than happy with Dad's care, the staff are very helpful. Food is lovely and Dad always has a smile on his face.
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Review from Dean C (Son of Resident) published on 18 December 2025 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I cannot justify in words the kindness of staff, the high level of care given and the positivity about the place. They have taken extremely good care of my mother since she has been there. This is evident by her morale, her positivity and telling me how great the staff are. I am very lucky she got placed
in Admirals Reach Care Home. 100% thoroughly recommend.
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Review from Sue A (Daughter of Resident) published on 17 December 2025 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Mum is very well cared for, I am really pleased. The staff are lovely and always happy.
Communication is very good.
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Review from Emma S (Daughter of Resident) published on 12 December 2025 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
The staff are friendly and welcoming. Communication is good. Building is clean and tidy.
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Review from Martin R (Wife of Resident) published on 1 December 2025 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My wife has been in Admirals Reach for over a year now, during which time she has received very professional care and is always treated with respect and kindness. The staff are so kind and caring and my wife is always well dressed and clean. Seeing the way staff deal with other residents reassures me
that my loved one is being well cared for.
I have to thank all the staff for the attention they give to all residents, and of course for the benefit I get from the coffee and chats when things get me down.
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Review from Paul H (Son of Resident) published on 28 November 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My father Philip was admitted in July of this year with terminal cancer. He sadly deteriorated rapidly and passed away in November. Throughout his stay care and nursing staff were highly responsive to his changing needs. Utmost care was taken to reduce pain and with the support of the hospice his
medication was monitored and adjusted.
All staff at the home were kind, thoughtful, with my father's welfare at their absolute priority. His room was kept very clean. His clothes were well laundered and he appreciated the choice of lunch, especially as choices were shown to him prior to serving.
Sadly two of his paintings were not put on his room wall and subsequently disappeared.
I have nothing but admiration for the kindness and patience shown by all staff he came into contact with.
On my father's behalf a big thank you to you all.
Reply from Julie Caygill, Hospital Liaison Team Administrator at Admirals Reach Care HomeThank you so much for leaving such a lovely review of our home. Your kind words mean the world to our colleagues, who work tirelessly throughout the year to provide the kindest possible care to our residents. It was truly a privilege and an honour to care for your father, and we hope that knowing he was well cared for brings you some comfort during this difficult time.
Regarding the painting, please feel free to contact the home directly to discuss this further. If theres anything else we can do to support you and your family, please dont hesitate to let us know.
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Review from I G (Son of Resident) published on 27 November 2025 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My mother now needs constant care which is expertly and willingly provided by the staff at Jellico House. My mother is extremely well looked after and always looks well and happy. The standard of care is excellent.
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Review from D F (Son of Resident) published on 17 November 2025 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
The care has always been excellent for my dad, he has been here over 5 years, and the most important thing is that all the main nurses are the same as when he first arrived, who are all excellent.
All the carers are excellent and very hard working, and nothing is a problem for them.
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Review from G S (Daughter of Resident) published on 17 November 2025 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Staff are very friendly, helpful, nothing is too much trouble. If my dad has any medical problems they always let us know if the doctor visits. The rooms are cleaned and tidy at all times.
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Review from Jacqui R (Daughter of Resident) published on 21 October 2025 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My dad has been a resident of the care home for almost 4 years with Alzheimer's disease. During this time I have been extremely satisfied with his care. He is always clean and tidy, as is his room. I know he is happy and content even though there have been challenges with his illness.
He enjoys the
entertainment, especially the music and singing. The food is amazing and cooked on site. The most important thing for me is how caring and professional the staff are. Nothing is too much trouble and they keep you well informed. They are amazing.
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Review from John T (Brother of Resident) published on 20 October 2025 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
Generally very happy with care during stay at Admirals Reach.
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Review from P B (Wife of Resident) published on 8 October 2025 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I am very happy with the care my husband is receiving and all the staff are very helpful and friendly
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Current Review Score: 9.7 (9.687)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.7 (9.687) out of 10 for Admirals Reach Care Home is based on a) the Average Rating and b) the number of positive Reviews.

  1. The Average Rating is 4.7 out of 5 from 85 Reviews in the last 24 months.
  2. The score for the number of positive Reviews is 5.0 out of 5 from 84 positive Reviews in the last 24 months.

Detailed Breakdown of Review Score

The maximum Review Score for a Care Home is 10, which is made up from the Average Rating of Reviews (maximum of 5 points) and the Number of Reviews (maximum of 5 points) in the last 24 months:

  1. 5 Points are available for the Average Rating from all Reviews in the last 24 months. The Average Rating of 4.687 for Admirals Reach Care Home is calculated as follows: ( (735 Excellents x 5) + (259 Goods x 4) + (7 Satisfactorys x 3) + (11 Very Poors x 1) ) ÷ 1012 Ratings = 4.687
  2. 5 Points are available for the number of Positive Reviews in the last 24 months. A Positive Review is defined as any Review with an 'Overall Experience' of '4' or '5' (out of a max rating '5'). The 5 Points relating to the number of positive Reviews for Admirals Reach Care Home is based on 84 positive Reviews in the last 24 months and is calculated as per below:

    The 5 points available are broken down as follows:

    1. 4 points are available for the first 20 Positive Reviews in the last 24 months; 3 points for the first Positive Review, 0.125 Points for each of the next four Positive Reviews, 0.05 Points for the next five Positive Reviews, and finally 0.025 Points for the next ten Positive Reviews. (1st = 3.000, 2nd = 0.125, 3rd = 0.125, 4th = 0.125, 5th = 0.125, 6th = 0.050, 7th = 0.050, 8th = 0.050, 9th = 0.050, 10th = 0.050, 11th = 0.025, 12th = 0.025, 13th = 0.025, 14th = 0.025, 15th = 0.025, 16th = 0.025, 17th = 0.025, 18th = 0.025, 19th = 0.025, 20th = 0.025) 3 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.05 + 0.05 + 0.05 + 0.05 + 0.05 + 0.025 + 0.025 + 0.025 + 0.025 + 0.025 + 0.025 + 0.025 + 0.025 + 0.025 + 0.025 = 4
    2. 1 point is available for the number of Positive Reviews reaching 20% of the registered maximum number of service users in the last 24 months. If this number is partially reached, then that proportion of 1 point is given. eg a Care Home registered for a maximum of 50 service users has to reach 10 Positive Reviews to receive 1 point, if it has 7 reviews it will receive 0.7 points. 20% of the 158 registered maximum number of service users is 31.6, which has been reached with 84 Positive reviews. Points = 1
  3. When a Review is submitted by someone who has previously submitted a Review, only the latest Review will count towards the Review Score.
  4. If a Care Home does not have a review in the last 24 months, then it will not have a Review Score.

Regulatory Rating

Care Quality Commission (CQC) Rating

Date: 9 Jan 2024

Overall Good

  • Caring Good
  • Effective Good
  • Responsive Good
  • Safe Good
  • Well-led Good
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Meet the Team (1)

Lal

Lal Mangalam

Job Title: Home Manager

“For me, it’s making a real difference to our Resident’s lives with good care delivery and support.”


Lal is a Registered Nurse with over twenty years’ experience. He is a knowledgeable leader who is passionate about delivering the highest standards in care and quality of life to older people, to enrich their lives. Lal is dedicated to providing quality care and support for elderly people, to enrich their lives.


Lal closely shares HC-One’s vision in aiming to provide the kindest care for each and every Resident. He uses his experience to motivate his team to deliver care and support in a way that Residents gain the most benefit, in a warm and welcoming home. Lal is committed to promoting individual choice for Residents, allowing them to feel empowered.


He also works hard to arrange events and activities with nearby schools and clubs and is always keen to include the local community in life at Admirals Reach.


When asked what he enjoys most about his role, Lal remarked:


“Seeing Residents smiling and knowing that as a team we are making a difference to their lives.”


In his spare time, Lal enjoys playing badminton, travelling to exciting destinations and spending quality time with his family.


If you would like to find out more information about Admirals Reach, Lal has an ‘Open Door Policy’ and would be pleased to welcome you for an informal discussion.


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Frequently Asked Questions about Admirals Reach Care Home

What types of Care is Admirals Reach Care Home registered for?

Older Person Care, Dementia, Mental Health Condition, Physical Disability & Visual / Hearing Impairment are the registered (by the Care Quality Commission) categories of Care.

How many Rooms does Admirals Reach Care Home have?

There are 158 Single Rooms.

What are the Facilities & Services at Admirals Reach Care Home?

Own Furniture if required, Pet Friendly (or by arrangement), Close to Local shops, Near Public Transport, Gardens, Residents Kitchenette, Phone Point in own room & Television point in own room are some of the Facilities & Services.

How far is Admirals Reach Care Home to the centre of Chelmsford?

0.7 mile(s) as the crow flies, distance by road may be significantly further.

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