Cotman House
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Garfield Road
Felixstowe
Suffolk
IP11 7PU
| Care Type | Care Home |
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| Care Category | Residential | Dementia |
| Availability | Yes |
| Weekly Prices From | £1,100.00 |
| Regulator's Rating | Good |
Meet The Manager
Kirsty Allen is Home Manager at Cotman House.
Kirsty has been working in care settings for over 11 years, she has been a registered manager for 3 years. Kirsty is passionate about outstanding care and supporting colleagues to reach their full potential.
Welcome to Cotman House Care Home, where care is not just a service, but a commitment tailored to every resident. Our focus goes beyond the physical; we extend our care to encompass the unique needs of each individual, whether it's assisting with memory loss, providing specialised dementia care, or offering support with end-of-life care.
At Cotman House, we understand the challenges families face during difficult times, and that's why we take pride in our accreditation for 'End of Life' care. We're here to support not only your loved ones but your entire family through this journey.
Led by our dedicated Home Manager, Kirsty and a compassionate care team, Cotman House promotes independence in a dignified manner. We're not just a care home; we're a supportive community working closely with trusted local healthcare professionals.
Our vibrant and happy home isn't just about the physical space; it's a thriving community. Perfect for those who may be feeling lonely, Cotman House fosters an environment where residents find companionship and joy.
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| Care Options | We Can Provide |
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| Support For | Companionship, Convalescence, Personal care. |
| Disability Support | Physical Disability, Physically Frail, Requires Hoist , Walking Frame, Wheel Chair Bound. |
| Medication | By Mouth. |
Autumna has invited care providers to evidence the infection control measures they are carrying out, above and beyond those laid out by the government, in order to keep residents, staff and visitors safe.
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We've taken the appropriate steps to ensure the safety of residents |
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Infection Control Training | Our staff are trained to use measures which prevent and control infections. |
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Sterilisation & Disinfection Devices | We are using sterilisation and/or disinfection devices within our care setting. |
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Virus Testing | We are testing for viral infection when symptoms present within our care setting. |
| Infection Prevention & Control (IPC) - Regulator’s Assessment | ||
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| In response to the coronavirus pandemic, regulators have assessed the preparedness of care providers in relation to infection prevention and control. Details of the regulator’s latest findings can be found below. | ||
| Regulator: CQC | ||
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Testing | The provider assured the regulator that it was accessing testing for people using the service and staff. |
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Use of PPE | The provider assured the regulator that it was using personal protective equipment effectively and safely. |
| View the provider’s latest Inspection Reports. | ||
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Infection control and the safety of both residents and staff often requires quarantine measures and the isolation of care home residents. To test, monitor and allow residents to communicate with relatives, the prevalence of room-level connectivity within the home is becoming increasingly relevant. Wireless Internet access (WiFi) The Care Organisation has not indicated availability Mobile Phone Network Coverage (mobile “signal”) The Care Organisation has not indicated availability Telephone for external calling The Care Organisation has not indicated availability |
Social media provides an up to date window on the activities within a provider's setting.
With the restrictions on visiting during the pandemic, social media platforms such as these offer real insight when you are choosing a provider.
We are on Facebook| Our Building and Facilities |
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Cotman House is a purpose built home with a light and airy ambience, providing a family atmosphere with the highest level of residential care and benefit from a peaceful setting, superb care and support in enviable surroundings. All of the bedrooms and communal areas are designed to be fully accessible and are tastefully decorated and furnished to a high standard. All bedrooms are complete with en-suite facilities, and residents are encouraged to bring important personal possessions to help make their room their own. A number of further bathrooms provide assisted bathing facilities for residents requiring extra support. Some of the rooms benefit from individual access to the landscaped gardens and their own balconies, which offer a peaceful and tranquil place for our residents to relax and enjoy the attractive surroundings. When the weather is fine our secluded terrace and enclosed gardens offer a tranquil retreat. Internally, the home has a light, airy and welcoming ambience with residents benefiting from a broad and stimulating range of activities. Indoor Facilities:
Outdoor Facilities:
Care Facilities:
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| Is Our Home Purpose Built |
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| Yes |
| How Many Floors We Have |
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| 4 |
| Who Owns Our Building |
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| Private |
| Communal Rooms |
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| Activities Room, Coffee Shop / Café, Dining Rooms, Library, Sitting Rooms, TV Lounges. |
| What Else Do We Provide |
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| Cinema, GP, Hairdressers, Library, Lift, Minibus, Physiotherapy. |
| Our Garden |
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| Communal Garden, Communal Patio, Private Garden(s), Scenic Views, Seating, Secure Garden, Wheelchair Friendly Access. |
| How 'Smart' Are We? |
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| Individual Heating Controls, Reduce Plastic Use. |
| Brochures |
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| J078366 Cotman House.pdf |
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| Description |
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Room Facilities:
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| Number Of Rooms | 62 |
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| Single Room. |
| Room Features |
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| Balcony, Furnished, Unfurnished. |
| Room Facilities |
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| Alarm, Balconet, Balcony, Catch up TV, Freeview TV, Internet Access, Private Patio, Sky/Cable TV, Telephone Point. |
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| Weekly Fees Start From | Fee |
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| Residential Fees From / Price Per Week | £1,100.00 |
| Residential Dementia Fees From / Price Per Week | £1,200.00 |
| Respite Fees From / Price Per Week | £1,200.00 |
| Funding Types | |
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| Local Authority | Suffolk |
| Region | East |
| We Accept Self-Funding Clients | Yes |
| We Accept Local Authority Funding | Yes |
| We Accept NHS Continuing Healthcare | Yes |
| We Accept Local Authority funding with a Third Party Top-Up | Yes |
Choice Dining is a food-focused accreditation designed to give care-seekers like yourself the ability to consider and compare the dining experience within different care settings.
To be awarded the Choice Dining badge, a care home will have committed to delivering exceptional dining experiences with a strong focus on preference, individuality, hygiene and the environment. You can explore the specifics of all participating homes in the tab below to learn more about the food on offer, how it is served and presented and what they’re doing to cater for your personal taste. Find out more about Choice Dining.
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 Gluten-free
Pureed
Vegan
Vegetarian
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Bedroom Dining
Café
Lounge/Diner
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A la Carte
Hot Trolley
Room Service
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| Hospitality |
Guests are welcome for dinner (Covid permitting)
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The preparation, nutritional value and presentation of food.
Attractive drinks and adaptive cups/glasses are available and accessible where needed.
Individual dietary needs are person centred.
Meals reflect the nutritional needs of the residents.
Our menu is balanced.
Snacks are provided for residents that require texture-modified food.
Sweet and savoury foods are provided between meals (this does not just include cakes and biscuits).
A la Carte
Hot Trolley
Room Service
A critical component for good health.
5 Star Rated by UK Food Standards. Hand hygiene for both residents and staff.
We are following best practice including NICE guidelines as a standard.
We are conducting internal and/or 3rd party food safety audits.
We have allergen management policies in place.
A freedom to eat the food you want, when you want it.
Families are invited for meals [Covid permitting].
Residents dining in their own room have the same food options as elsewhere.
Residents dining in their own room have their food presented to same standard as elsewhere.
Residents have access to Dining Room.
Residents have the option of dining in their own room.
Staff also dine themselves with the residents they support.
Staff sit with the residents they support when they dine.
Residents can order food not on the menu, or have access to an ‘evergreen menu’.
Residents have access to a flexible meal service beyond defined times.
More than one option is available at mealtimes for all residents, including those with special and theraputic diets.
Residents with dementia are shown food or visual menus to help them decide.
There is a weekly menu.
We offer catering for special events.
Residents are involved in the creation of the menu.
The best interest choices are made for residents unable to make their own choices.
Understanding the wants and requirements of every individual be it cultural, religious or dietary.
Gluten-free food can be served.
Vegan food can be served.
Vegetarian food can be served.
We can support people with Diabetes.
Delivering a respectful and quality service.
Residents are given appropriate and dignified crockery / glassware and cutlery.
Staff are hospitality trained to present / serve meals.
Tables are well laid.
We have food theme days/nights.
Staff understand and pre-empt potential meal-time behaviours which can impact nutritional intake.
Staff always use appropriate and dignified language (e.g. it is an ‘apron’ not a ‘bib’).
We promote an inclusive dining experience.
There are no unnecessary disruptions during mealtimes.
Being environmentally and socially responsible and thoughtful.
We correctly dispose of our waste.
We have a waste management system.
We monitor our food waste.
We grow some food and/or ingredients on site.
Our energy usage is well maintained.
| Activities Are So Important |
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Our professional Care Team work closely with residents to ensure everyone who wishes to can play an active role in the day to day activities at the home. We have dedicated Health and Wellbeing Coordinators who ensure there is a broad range of events for residents to participate in – from keep-fit classes and creative activities to day trips. A packed schedule of games, activities and trips means there is a social event to suit every resident's taste. Residents are able to take pleasure in a range of entertainment options, including singers and dance troupes, from the various types of visiting entertainment. |
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| Timetables |
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| 29.1.24_Activities At Cotman House.pdf |
| Activities At Home |
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| Birthday Celebrations, Board Games, Card Games, Cooking, Crafts, Dancing, Exercise Class, Flower Arranging, Gardening, Music Entertainment, Painting, Religious Services, Reminiscence, Themed Events, Visiting Entertainment. |
| Activities Outside Our Home |
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| Local Tourist Attractions, Park, Shopping. |
The Go Green badge is designed to give care-seekers like yourself the ability to consider and compare a care home’s sustainability and green practices.
The below statements are changes that the care provider has acknowledged they have implemented towards a more sustainable future.
The operation, maintenance, and repair of a property
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Are your windows double glazed? | Partial |
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Do you use motion sensors? | Yes |
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Do you use eco-friendly cleaning products? | Yes |
The sourcing of goods and the landfill/recycling journey
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Do you have systems for recycling throughout the home? | Yes |
Using digital rather than paper based processes
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Do you use digital payslips? | Yes |
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Do you use online rotas? | Yes |
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Do you use digital care plans? | Yes |
| Our Pets |
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Please speak to the home manager. |
| Can You Bring Your Pet |
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| Yes |
Garfield Road
Felixstowe
Suffolk
IP11 7PU
Regulator: CQC
| Current Ratings | |
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| Overall | Good |
| Safe | Good |
| Well Led | Good |
| Caring | Good |
| Responsive | Good |
| Effective | Good |
| Inspection Reports | |
| Last inspected | 7th March 2022 |
| Last rated | 5th April 2022 |
| Current Report |
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| Historic Reports |
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| Registration Date | 7th December 2015 |
| Service Provider | Caring Homes (TFP) Group Ltd, CO4 9YQ |
Cotman House Care Home - Care Quality Commission (cqc.org.uk)
| Transport |
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| Bus Stop nearby. |
| Places of Worship |
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| Anglican Church, Catholic Church, Methodist Church. |
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| Church, Park, Restaurant, Shops. |
Frequently asked questions about Cotman House
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