Allensmead

Allensmead is a residential care home in Grays, in the Thurrock council area, registered with the Care Quality Commission for up to 1 resident. It provides care for older people, younger adults and people with a learning disability or autism. It is run by Meadowview Care, which operates 10 care homes in England. The home has been registered since May 2017.

At its latest inspection, published February 2019, the CQC rated Allensmead Good, which means the CQC found the service performing well and meeting its expectations. Ratings can change after a new inspection, so check the CQC report before you visit.

Allensmead has not published its fees and we are still collecting figures for Thurrock. Across England residential care usually costs £900 to £1,400 a week and nursing care £1,200 to £1,900. Ask the home for a written quote that lists what is included.

There are 26 registered care homes in Thurrock. The nearest to Allensmead include A M Care Home Limited, Avalon and Hollywood Rest Home. A live-in carer at home, an alternative many families compare, costs from about £1,120 a week.