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Dementia care homes in Suffolk

140 of the 196 care homes in Suffolk are registered with the CQC as dementia care homes, of which 16 are rated Outstanding and 82 Good. A dementia care home is registered with the CQC to care for people living with dementia, with staff trained for it and a building laid out to keep residents safe and settled.

Dementia care homes in Suffolk typically cost £1,261 a week, about £65,546 a year, based on 6 homes with a fee on record; the middle half charge £1,250 to £1,330. That is close to the typical residential fee in Suffolk of £1,311.

A live-in carer at home, which many families weigh against dementia care home care, costs from about £1,120 a week and can look after a couple.

Nursing careFees published1 filter, 62 homes · clear

Waterfield House

Ipswich, IP7 · 76 beds
CQC: Good
NursingDementiaRunwood
Residential care
from £1,350 a week
No reviews yet

Asterbury Place

Ipswich, IP2 · 80 beds
CQC: Outstanding
NursingDementiaWelltower
Fee not published
Area typical £1,261 a week
No reviews yet

Cleves Place

Haverhill, CB9 · 60 beds
CQC: Outstanding
NursingDementiaWelltower
Fee not published
Area typical £1,261 a week
No reviews yet

Glastonbury Court

Bury St Edmunds, IP33 · 80 beds
CQC: Outstanding
NursingDementiaWelltower
Fee not published
Area typical £1,261 a week
No reviews yet

Hartismere Place

Eye, IP23 · 60 beds
CQC: Outstanding
NursingDementiaWelltower
Fee not published
Area typical £1,261 a week
No reviews yet

Barham Care Home

Ipswich, IP6 · 44 beds
CQC: Good
NursingDementiaOptima HCI
Fee not published
Area typical £1,261 a week
No reviews yet

Britten Court

Lowestoft, NR32 · 80 beds
CQC: Good
NursingDementiaWelltower
Fee not published
Area typical £1,261 a week
No reviews yet

Cedrus House

Stowmarket, IP14 · 70 beds
CQC: Good
NursingDementiaWelltower
Fee not published
Area typical £1,261 a week
No reviews yet

Kentford Manor

Newmarket, CB8 · 88 beds
CQC: Good
NursingDementiaCare
Fee not published
Area typical £1,261 a week
No reviews yet

Kentford Manor

Newmarket, CB8 · 88 beds
CQC: Good
NursingDementiaWelltower
Fee not published
Area typical £1,261 a week
No reviews yet

Typical dementia care homes fees in Suffolk

Based on 140 homes in the area. Middle figure is the median; the range is the middle half of homes.

Residential dementia care
£1,261 a week
Usually £1,250 to £1,330 · 6 homes with fees

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Common questions

How much do dementia care homes in Suffolk cost?

Dementia care homes in Suffolk typically charge £1,261 a week, usually between £1,250 and £1,330. Fees depend on the room and the level of care, so ask each home for a written quote.

How many dementia care homes are there in Suffolk?

140 of the 196 CQC-registered care homes in Suffolk are dementia care homes. The list is refreshed from the CQC register every month.

What should I look for in a dementia care home in Suffolk?

Look for staff trained in dementia care, a building that is easy to find your way around, secure gardens, a calm routine and activities built around what residents used to enjoy. Ask how the home handles distress and whether it can keep caring for someone as dementia advances, so a second move is not needed.

Will the council pay for dementia care home care in Suffolk?

If your savings and assets are below £23,250 the council will assess what you can afford and may pay part or all of the fee. Ask the adult social care team at Suffolk council for a needs assessment.