
All in all I could not wish for a better place for my wife to live.Michael K(Husband of Resident/Service User)



All in all I could not wish for a better place for my wife to live.Michael K(Husband of Resident/Service User)



Asterbury Place in Ipswich is an ‘Outstanding’-rated care home (April 2019) dedicated to delivering the best care while ensuring residents get the most out of each day.
The skilled team provides residential, nursing and dementia care and support that is personalised to each resident’s needs, wishes and preferences. Each resident is involved in decisions about their care and lifestyle at Asterbury Place, and they choose how to spend the day...
Care Provided by Asterbury Place
Primary Care Categories
- Older Person Care
- Dementia
- Learning Disability / Autism
- Physical Disability
- Visual / Hearing Impairment
Length of Stay
- Permanent Care
- Respite Care
Care Types Provided
- Residential Care
- Nursing Care
- Dementia Residential Care
- For a maximum of 80 Service Users
Dementia Care TypesMild Dementia
Someone living with our definition of "mild dementia" might experience some or all of the following:
- Memory problems such as misplacing items and not be able to recall recent events (however, in some forms of dementia a person's memory may be unchanged)
- Difficulties thinking through problems and planning, making decisions
- Language and communication issues such as finding it difficult to recall the appropriate word in a conversation or following a conversation
- Poor orientation, getting lost in areas previously familiar to them
- Difficulty judging distances (more falls than usual)
- Changes in their normal mood including anxiety and depression
- In certain types of dementia, personality and behaviour changes may be present alongside or instead of issues with memory or concentration.
Moderate Dementia
Someone living with our definition of "moderate dementia" might experience some or all of the following:
- Worsened memory problems. Not always recognising own family members and friends. Repeating the same questions over and over again
- Worsened language and communication issues, forgetting what they are saying mid-sentence. Not being able to understand what someone else is saying
- More frequent confusion, e.g. about the time of day or where they are, including their own home
- Apathy, depression and anxiety
- Believing things that aren't true (paranoia)
- Frequent hallucinations
- Lack of emotional control, quick to anger, fearfulness, sadness
- Loss of inhibition
- Difficulties sleeping or waking during the night and behaving as though it is daytime - loss of circadian rhythm.
Advanced Dementia
Someone living with our definition of "severe dementia" might experience some or all of the following:
- Severe memory problems. Not recognising family members and friends. Not being able to recall their own name
- Severe language and communication issues, not being able to understand what someone else is saying
- Severe confusion, e.g. about the time of day or where they are, including their own home
- Apathy, depression and anxiety
- Believing things that aren't true (paranoia)
- Frequent hallucinations
- Lack of emotional control, quick to anger, fearfulness, sadness
- Loss of inhibition
- Difficulties sleeping or waking during the night and behaving as though it is daytime - loss of circadian rhythm.
Verbally or physically aggressive behaviour
If your loved one displays this type of behaviour you may need a care home that has specially trained staff. Verbal/physical aggression is often defined:
- Consistent shouting and screaming
- Verbal abuse
- Physical abuse
How we define Dementia Care Types
Mild Dementia
Someone living with our definition of "mild dementia" might experience some or all of the following:
- Memory problems such as misplacing items and not be able to recall recent events (however, in some forms of dementia a person's memory may be unchanged)
- Difficulties thinking through problems and planning, making decisions
- Language and communication issues such as finding it difficult to recall the appropriate word in a conversation or following a conversation
- Poor orientation, getting lost in areas previously familiar to them
- Difficulty judging distances (more falls than usual)
- Changes in their normal mood including anxiety and depression
- In certain types of dementia, personality and behaviour changes may be present alongside or instead of issues with memory or concentration.
Moderate Dementia
Someone living with our definition of "moderate dementia" might experience some or all of the following:
- Worsened memory problems. Not always recognising own family members and friends. Repeating the same questions over and over again
- Worsened language and communication issues, forgetting what they are saying mid-sentence. Not being able to understand what someone else is saying
- More frequent confusion, e.g. about the time of day or where they are, including their own home
- Apathy, depression and anxiety
- Believing things that aren't true (paranoia)
- Frequent hallucinations
- Lack of emotional control, quick to anger, fearfulness, sadness
- Loss of inhibition
- Difficulties sleeping or waking during the night and behaving as though it is daytime - loss of circadian rhythm.
Advanced Dementia
Someone living with our definition of "severe dementia" might experience some or all of the following:
- Severe memory problems. Not recognising family members and friends. Not being able to recall their own name
- Severe language and communication issues, not being able to understand what someone else is saying
- Severe confusion, e.g. about the time of day or where they are, including their own home
- Apathy, depression and anxiety
- Believing things that aren't true (paranoia)
- Frequent hallucinations
- Lack of emotional control, quick to anger, fearfulness, sadness
- Loss of inhibition
- Difficulties sleeping or waking during the night and behaving as though it is daytime - loss of circadian rhythm.
Verbally or physically aggressive behaviour
If your loved one displays this type of behaviour you may need a care home that has specially trained staff. Verbal/physical aggression is often defined:
- Consistent shouting and screaming
- Verbal abuse
- Physical abuse
How we define Dementia Care Types
- Mild Dementia
- Moderate Dementia
- Advanced/Complex Dementia
Other Care Provided
- Parkinson's Disease
- Stroke
- Palliative / End of Life Care
- Bariatric Care/Obesity
- Convalescent Care
Facilities
- Own Furniture if required
- Pet Friendly (or by arrangement)
- Close to Local shops
- Near Public Transport
- Minibus or other transport
- Lift
- Wheelchair Access
- Gardens
- Bar/Café
- Residents Kitchenette
- Phone Point in own room
- Television point in own room
- Residents Internet Access
Funding & Fees
Weekly Charges per Person
The price(s) shown are provided by the care home. Contact Asterbury Place for full pricing details and T&Cs.
Contact Asterbury Place 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 £267.68 per week and is usually paid directly to the care home.
Good to Know
Group / Owner
- Care UK
- Private Owned
Person in charge
- Wendy Hutton(Home Manager)
Local Authority / Social Services
Admission Information
- Mixed (no single-gender units)
- Ages 55+
Care Home Design/Build
- Purpose Built: Yes
Room Information
- Single Rooms (80)
- Single Rooms with ensuite Wet Room (80)
Parking
- on-site
Asterbury Place Reviews (69)
Asterbury Place has a Review Score of 9.9 (9.884) out of 10, based on 29 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Asterbury Place has 69 reviews.
Unfortunately she passed a few weeks ago and we had to pack up her room. The staff continuously came in wanting to help us with anything we needed and to offer their condolences.
When my Aunts condition changed, I was immediately notified and updated with her condition. Wendy, the administrator even helped me v chat with Aunt Val.
I can't say enough how kind and compassionate the entire staff is at Asterbury.
The staff I met were welcoming, helpful and clearly cared about the residents - nothing felt rushed or impersonal. My aunt seems settled, comfortable and well looked after, which is exactly what you hope for in a care home.
The facilities and rooms are very good, and everything I saw was clean and well maintained. It gives real peace of mind knowing she is in a safe, supportive environment.
From what I've seen so far, the standard of care, dignity shown to residents, and overall management all appear excellent. I'm very grateful for how she is being looked after.
Wendy is absolutely brilliant, she has answered all our questions and assisted in mitigating our fears in relation to my Dad. Dad can be a real grump at times, yet some days can be a delight. Wendy and Nicky on his section navigate this with charm and smiles. The team work hard and navigate the tricky world of dementia and care with patience. We are happy with how Dad has settled in and delighted he is making a few new friends. And to top it all my wife won a gift in the Christmas raffle, the handbag!!
I have to be honest my mother was looked after wonderfully by all the caring staff from cleaners to kitchen staff and carers to management everyone was so friendly always popping in to chat , she always said how good the staff were to her , I think when we chose Asterbury place as a new home for our parents it was the best decision we ever made my two brothers think exactly the same. Thank you to all the staff for looking after our parents right up until the end much appreciated.
Asterbury is a very happy home all the residents enjoy the entertainment my mum especially when a tribute is in the building
I have always found the staff very helpful and in tune with my Wife's needs which are quite acute as unfortunately she suffers with Dementia. The home is always kept clean and tidy which in itself must be quite challenging at times. All in all I could not wish for a better place for my wife to live.
I am with my dear 'Jackie' (Georgina) there, at least twice a week, for several hours at each visit; & at different times of the day, and - sometimes early evenings.
Staff are hard working, and kind - without exception.
The canteen staff, and cleaning staff have wonderful work ethics, - nothing is too much trouble for them.
Jackie has been a resident there for nearly two years now, but I've watched with delight; the pride that has grown in recent days.*
I am proud to tell relatives and friends that my Jackie is looked after so well at Asterbury. A number of them, have seen the new 'sparkle' of the Home with their own eyes, & commented positively about it.
I want to thank all staff at Asterbury for looking after my wife for me. They could do no more, and should all receive an immediate wage rise from Care UK.
Positive attitude and approach from carers to the needs of the resident. Helpful and approachable management team (following the recent changes) which has meant proactive response to changing care needs
And I just cannot fault the place.
Good morning Ryan, thank you very much for taking the time to leave us feedback about your experience.
At Asterbury Place Care Home - Care UK we set a high standard for ourselves, so we are very pleased to hear that your experience with us has been a positive one.
My mum moved into this lovely home, it truly is an amazing place, the carers are absolutely brilliant, nothing is too much trouble. The manager is lovely, my mum has settled in nicely. Mum had a lovely trip in the community with one of the carers.
I have great faith in the way she is cared for.
Communication with myself is open, honest and productive.
All the staff are kind and considerate to all the residents.
The whole ethos of Asterbury Place is positive.
In the main my wife is perfectly happy and more often then not in a jovial mood, sadly she has her bad days, but that is of course down to the terrible disease.
I visit most days and invariably it's a pleasure, the Manager and the staff are all most welcoming and do take an interest in you as much as the resident.
Rooms and public areas are all maintained to a high standard which of course from my perspective is important, as I would hate for my wife to be in a place where the standards are not so high.
The care offered by Asterbury does appear to be very good, i do think they go the extra mile in the care of the residents, which of course is what's important.
We love visiting my nanna at the care home. We are all made to feel welcome and the care staff are amazing. There is always plenty of activities, especially music and dancing which my nanna paticularly enjoys. Overall it's a lovely care home with very caring staff.
It's just a lovely atmosphere at Asterbury place and would highly recommend to anyone looking for a care home.
The staff at the care home are compassionate and caring not, only to the residents but the relatives, always lots for the residents to do entertainment morning and afternoon, trips out in the bus , up to a pub for a drink, nothing too much trouble much trouble, fish and chips by the seaside, all the staff involve all the residents in all sections of care, I'm extremely happy with the care my husband receives.
As a family we are very satisfied with the care our mum has received, helping her to keep her independence whilst receiving the best possible care. The staff are always friendly and go out of their way to help. There are always activities to join in and the food menu always looks great.
Social. Medical and welfare needs of my wife ard met st sll times
The home has a pleasant and friendly atmosphere, and everyone is made welcome..
A very well run care home
Asterbury Place is an excellent residential home and set in beautiful surroundings, the garden is well maintained and attractive. It offers my mother warm and caring surroundings and caters for all my mum's needs. She is missing her independence and former home greatly and ALL Asterbury staff are helping her with this. I and my family are happy and relieved she is living there. We visit regularly and get involved with the many activities offered daily, they are run by an excellent activity team. Mum has made loads of friends, as have we when visiting. Everything is available to residents, coffee shop, hairdresser, podiatry and regular GP visits. The meals are fresh and tasty and nothing is too much, particularly if you fancy something different. Thank you all.
Lots of activities and friendliness he has had and dad enjoys the music and opportunity to make his room homely.
I have been very impressed with the care and dedication given to residents, always with a smile and a cheery word. I visit at least once a week and there is always some form of entertainment especially music related which is well attended and enjoyed by all and mini bus trips out are very much appreciated sometimes to a pub or to the seaside.
Hi, thank you very much for taking the time to leave us feedback about your experience.At Asterbury Place Care Home - Care UK we set a high standard for ourselves, so we are very pleased to hear that your experience with us has been a positive one.
Regulatory Rating
Care Quality Commission (CQC) Rating
Date: 04 April 2019Outstanding
- CaringGood
- EffectiveGood
- ResponsiveOutstanding
- SafeGood
- Well-ledOutstanding
Inspection ratings
We rate most services according to how safe, effective, caring, responsive and well-led they are, using four levels:
- Outstanding - The service is performing exceptionally well.
- Good - The service is performing well and meeting our expectations.
- Requires Improvement - The service isn't performing as well as it should and we have told the service how it must improve.
- Inadequate - The service is performing badly and we've taken action against the person or organisation that runs it.
- Not rated - we have not yet rated this area of the service, this is normally because the assessments we have carried out have been focused on other key questions.
Bed Vacancies
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News (42) & Events (0)
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Meet the Team (1)

I have been in the social care sector for most of my working life, having worked my way up from a carer to home management roles. I have worked with a range of providers, but I became interested in joining Care UK after seeing how they develop their colleagues. I thought this would be a care provider that can really help me progress in my career. I first joined Care UK at Cedrus House in May 2021, and I was promoted to Deputy Manager in January 2023. In December 2023, I moved over to Asterbury Place.
In this role, I believe it’s important to be patient, resilient and supportive. I love that no two days are ever the same. Seeing the smiles on residents’ faces is my favourite part of the day, and I feel proud when they are happy and when colleagues leave their shift happy.
Frequently Asked Questions about Asterbury Place
What types of Care is Asterbury Place registered for?
Older Person Care, Dementia, Learning Disability / Autism, Physical Disability, Visual / Hearing Impairment are the registered (by the Care Quality Commission) categories of Care.
How many Rooms does Asterbury Place have?
There are 80 Single Rooms.
What are the Facilities & Services at Asterbury Place?
Own Furniture if required, Pet Friendly (or by arrangement), Close to Local shops, Near Public Transport, Minibus or other transport, Lift, Wheelchair Access, Gardens, Bar/Café, Residents Kitchenette, Phone Point in own room, Television point in own room, Residents Internet Access are some of the Facilities & Services.
How far is Asterbury Place to the centre of Ipswich?
1.5 mile(s) as the crow flies, distance by road may be significantly further.
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