New experiences and New faces
We have been welcoming new residents to our home, for longer stays or respite care. We have also welcomed...
Abberton Manor is a magnificent Queen Anne Manor House set in attractively landscaped gardens and woodland with beautiful views over the Roman River valley, situated 3 miles south of Colchester.
We have been welcoming new residents to our home, for longer stays or respite care. We have also welcomed...
It’s been a fun filled month at ABBA-ton with everyone humming ABBA tunes. So this update is another tribute!...
It’s a BIG summer of sport and more…. We have been gripped by the football, along with the whole...
Abberton Manor has an enviable reputation for providing professional nursing care in a happy and friendly environment. It is highly rated for both the quality of its care and the warmth of its staff, many of whom have spent a number of years at the home.
The manor provides accommodation for just 26 residents in a comfortable, secure, relaxed, and homely environment in which their care, well being and comfort is of prime importance. The home offers both single and shared accommodation, the majority of which is en-suite, and all refurbished to a high standard. The home has been furnished with its Queen Anne origins in mind, and residents particularly enjoy the extensive lawns and gardens surrounding the manor.
Residents are encouraged to bring their own furniture and pictures to personalise their accommodation, but furniture can be supplied if preferred.
Two characterful lounges provide a warm, communal area for residents and their visitors to enjoy. Separate dining rooms promote meal times as a sociable activity. Family and friends are encouraged to visit at any time, and join in with the activities or mealtimes.
I became Home Manager at Abberton Manor In March 2021 and I feel privileged to work with such an amazing team, who have worked really hard to make the home one of the best within the area. Our home specialises in End of Life Care and has held the Gold Standard Framework Award for End of Life Care since 2017 and also the Best Community Engagement Award at Essex Care Awards.
The support forged by Abberton through the FaNs Network and the local community is invaluable. It enables residents to live their lives to the full and to stay young at heart, with entertainment and the companionship from all generations.
I have over 30 years’ experience within healthcare, after completing my nurse training I spent twenty years with the NHS, before moving to the private sector, ten of which have been working as deputy manager and Home manager. I am and always will be dedicated to the needs of the people I care for. We have a great team of nurses and care staff here at Abberton, who make sure that all residents are cared for in a holistic manner. The aim is to make sure everyone is comfortable and happy and I am always available to talk to the residents and their families.
I find the job rewarding and at times demanding but I get a sense of pleasure when I know we have achieved what we need to.
I grew up in Essex, where I met my wife Wendy, we have two boys and seven grandchildren and hobbies include fishing (when I can!)
We have long-standing and dedicated nursing teams in our homes, with many years of professional experience between them. This has enabled us in a number of our homes to have achieved the highest accreditation for nursing care, the Gold Standard Framework.
Abberton Manor was awarded with the Gold Standards Framework in 2017 and also the Best Community Engagement Award at Essex Care Awards. This year we have been awarded the Best Nursing and Personal Care Home in Essex by Global Health and Pharma. We are also regional winners at The 2018 Great British Care Awards.
CQC are the independent regulator of health and adult social care in England.
CQC make sure health and social care services provide people with safe, effective, compassionate, high-quality care and encourage us to make sure we are providing the best care possible.
Like all Heritage Manor homes, Abberton Manor’s dedicated staff do their upmost to ensure that residents get the most they can from life.
A full-time activities programme run by a dedicated activities organiser provides a varied line-up of events catering for both groups and individuals, with activities ranging from beauty treatments and gardening, to trips out and keeping bees. Input from local schools, theatres and churches ensure that there is something for everyone to get involved in.
Activities include: Chair-based exercise classes, Themed supper evenings, Sunday church service, Visits to local attractions, Regular entertainers, Garden parties, Gardening, Art and craft, Cake making and decorating
We would love to hear from you and discuss any questions you have and to help you make the right decision for you or your loved one.
You can use our contact details below to contact us or if you would prefer click one of the options below and we will contact you.
Phone: 01206 735590 Email:
Layer Road, Colchester CO5 7NL Follow us on Facebook!
