Little Wakering House

367/369 Little Wakering Road, Little Wakering, Rochford, Southend-on-Sea SS3 0LB
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Little Wakering House is proud to have won the coveted ‘Care Activities Co-ordinator/Facilitator of The Year category in the 21st National Care Awards 2019’, the ‘Highly Commended Dementia Team of the Year Award at the 2019 Prosper Awards for Essex County Council and the ‘Outstanding Dementia Care’ Award for Southend Dementia Action Alliance 2019.

The home provides person-centered care like no other in the area and has a capacity of 13 service users with bedrooms on the ground and first floor. Little Wakering House is proud to offer exceptional accommodation, engaging and meaningful activities and a large outdoor garden including a large undercover seating area overlooking the planted flower beds.

All rooms are generously proportioned and larger than most purpose-built homes in the area. Each bedroom has its own en-suite as well as there being a communal bathroom on the ground and upper floor.

Life at Little Wakering House is all about creating a safe, cosy and homely environment for the service users. All rooms come furnished, but the home understands and supports service users to decorate and make the bedroom their own; something the home has found helps the settling in process significantly.

The activities include day trips out, a visiting zumba instructor, healthy cooking classes, life skill lessons, 1-1 activities and various other activities which have all been chosen by the service users.

Little Wakering House focuses on building individuals skills to ensure independence and they have a track record of individuals moving from their service into their own flats/homes with supported living care in place.

Their service users range from those who are relatively self-sufficient to others who require more complex care. The care team works together with service users and their relatives/next of kin’s to create a care plan that is as individual as those they care for.
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Care Provided

Type of Service

    Residential Home
  • For a maximum of 13 Service Users

Primary Care Categories

  • Dementia
  • Learning Disability / Autism
  • Mental Health Condition
  • Visual / Hearing Impairment
  • Eating Disorders
  • Alcohol / Drug Misuse
  • Younger Adults

Length of Stay

  • Permanent Care
  • Respite Care

Other Care Provided

  • Palliative / End of Life Care
  • Acquired Brain Injury (ABI)
  • Day Care

Facilities

  • Own Furniture if required
  • Pet Friendly (or by arrangement)
  • Close to Local shops
  • Near Public Transport
  • Minibus or other transport
  • Wheelchair Access
  • Gardens
  • Residents Kitchenette
  • Television point in own room
  • Residents Internet Access

Good to Know

Person in charge

  • Winston Cheong (Manager)

Local Authority / Social Services

Admission Criteria

  • 18-65yrs and 65+, Learning Disability and / or Mental Health diagnosis, Male & Female,
  • Ages from 18 to 65

Care Home Design/Build

  • Purpose Built: Yes
  • Last Refurbishment: 2022

Room Information

  • Single Rooms (13)
  • Couples/Companion Rooms (0)

Little Wakering House Reviews (27)

Over all time Little Wakering House has 27 reviews.

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Review from Nicola B (Mother of Resident) published on 18 December 2020 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I am a parent of a male with complex needs and the staff at Little Wakering are so supportive and nothing is too much for them. My son is happy and looked after to a high standard. The manager is an amazing man and you could not ask for a better home for a loved one.
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Review from Joy C (Mother of Resident) published on 18 December 2020 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
Our daughter has lived at Little Wakering House for a number of years and is very happy there. We find the staff and management to be very friendly and caring. We always feel very welcome when we visit and we feel that the clients are treated with care and dignity. The home is very clean and the food
appears very healthy and the clients are kept safe and secure.
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Review from Janice F (Sister of Resident) published on 3 December 2020 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
During this pandemic, we have been unable to visit our brother however the care and attention given to my brother has been second to none.
The staff at the home are so caring, kind and generous with their time always making sure that the needs of the residents are met.
There is always something
happening and they are all stimulated and kept amused.
The home is always very clean and tidy
The management team are excellent and ensuring that we still are able to visit in the garden, at windows and are always communicating what is happening with the pandemic.
I would recommend this care home to anyone looking
Keep up the amazing work Little Wakering House
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Review from J G (Mother of Resident) published on 1 December 2020 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Little Wakering House is run excellently. The manager and staff are truly caring. Our son and the other residents are happy and well stimulated. This year has been so very difficult but the care has been amazing with crafts, music, dancing, exercises, movie nights and lots of fun, they are all very
busy enjoying their days. Little Wakering House is truly a cosy home with great support.
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Review from Tina D (Mother of Resident) published on 1 December 2020 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
My son lives in Little Wakering House. I am happy because he is also happy. Obviously at this unusual time with Covid 19 it is impossible to visit him. I think there should be a safe way of visiting him ie parents (visitors) being tested and then wearing the PPE as do the staff. Staff go home after
their shift and meet with their families, go to the supermarket etc and then go back to the home the following day!
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Review from E B (Sister of Resident) published on 1 December 2020 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Little Wakering House is a happy place. The staff go above and beyond to care for the residents. It is well equipped, clean and we are always made to feel welcome when we visit. I cannot recommend it highly enough.
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Review from Sophie R (Sister of Resident) published on 1 September 2020 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
An outstanding care home and with a fantastic management team.
You can tell there is a true dedication and care to all of its services uses from every member of staff.
Cannot recommend this care home anymore. The true meaning of care.
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Review from Molly L (Sister of Resident) published on 1 September 2020 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
The care here is outstanding. The staff cannot do enough to help the residents. The manager is amazing and his love for his job really shines through. I couldn't wish for my family member to be anywhere better. Thanks so much to the team.
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Review from Tina E (Relative of Resident) published on 1 September 2020 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I have a relative there and was so worried about them going into care but the care is outstanding and I have no worries at all. Feel completely at ease. Excellent management and excellent staff. I would highly recommend!
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Review from A P (Resident) published on 7 February 2020 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I like living at Little Wakering House.
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Review from K M (Resident) published on 7 February 2020 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I like living here.
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Review from John L (Father of Resident) published on 29 January 2020 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My son has been in the care of Wakering House for around four years. He is content with the treatment and the way he is being looked after. I have visited the house almost every year and am pleased with the way the house operates. Residents there feel safe and happy. I have no hesitation in recommending
this facility to those in need. As time goes by his care is getting more demanding. I am sure the house will cope with this extra demand.
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Review from Vanda H (Mother of Resident) published on 29 January 2020 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
I do not visit the home that much but my daughter is always eager to get back to the home after her visits with me and seems very happy with the home and staff.
She seems genuinely happy with the activities and staff.
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Review from Carrie J (Friend of Resident) published on 28 January 2020 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My friend enjoys living in the home. It is always welcoming and the staff are friendly and caring. I would recommend this home to others.
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Review from Victoria B (Sister of Resident) published on 28 January 2020 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I am extremely happy with the quality of care that my sister is receiving. The staff are very professional, approachable, caring and very helpful and always listen to our concerns raised.
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Review from Wendy A (Independent Advocate Deputyship) published on 28 January 2020 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
All staff are highly committed to promoting residents' choice and control and ensuring that residents are treated with dignity. Family members are kept well informed by staff and their views are sought about all aspects of care.
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Review from Alice B (Regular Volunteer) published on 28 January 2020 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Little Wakering House is homely and ensures the needs of the residents are well looked after. I would recommend this home to others if asked.
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Review from Roman B (Father of Resident) published on 21 May 2019 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
All seems happy with the manager and all the staff.
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Review from P C (Father of Resident) published on 29 March 2019 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Happy with everything.
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Review from P L (Resident) published on 8 March 2019 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I like my room and my bedroom and I like going to Rayleigh Library.
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Regulatory Rating

Care Quality Commission (CQC) Rating

Date: 30 Nov 2023

Overall Good

  • Caring Good
  • Effective Good
  • Responsive Good
  • Safe Good
  • Well-led Good
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Frequently Asked Questions about Little Wakering House

What types of Care is Little Wakering House registered for?

Dementia, Learning Disability / Autism, Mental Health Condition, Visual / Hearing Impairment, Eating Disorders, Alcohol / Drug Misuse & Younger Adults are the registered (by the Care Quality Commission) categories of Care.

How many Rooms does Little Wakering House have?

There are 13 Single Rooms.

What are the Facilities & Services at Little Wakering House?

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

How far is Little Wakering House to the centre of Southend-on-Sea?

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

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