Acorn House - Laindon
Residential care home · Laindon
28 Somerset Road, Laindon, SS15 6PE
Run by Kingswood Care Services Limited
- GoodCQC · Jan 2025
- 8.0Our score
- Beds6
- Type of careResidential
- Phone01268 453216
Latest inspection
- Inspected on 30 January 2025
What the inspectors rate
- SafeGood
- EffectiveGood
- CaringGood
- ResponsiveGood
- Well-ledGood
- Regulator
- Care Quality Commission
- Registered as
- Acorn House - Laindon
- Status
- Registered in England
- Latest rating
- Good
- Register number
- 1-124409587
From the public register of the Care Quality Commission, checked on 2 November 2026.
About Acorn House - Laindon
Acorn House provides residential support and accommodation for people with learning disabilities in Essex, including younger adults. Its person-centred approach focuses on independence, long-term goals and practical everyday skills.
Support may include personal care, medication and communication, alongside help with shopping, maintaining a home and paying bills. Residents can also take part in community activities and visit friends. The service plans around new experiences and personal aspirations, helping residents develop skills, achieve goals and enjoy a meaningful life while receiving support in a residential setting.
Care on offer
- Care homes
Compared with Laindon
Nearest
| Name | Distance | Official rating | Our score | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WestacresBasildon | 0.1 miles | Good | 8.0 | |
| The Berrys CarehomeBasildon | 0.2 miles | Good | 8.0 | |
| The OakesLaindon | 0.2 miles | Outstanding | 9.2 | |
| Woodbury CourtLaindon | 0.4 miles | Good | 8.0 | |
| Evelyn May HouseBasildon | 0.4 miles | Requires improvement | 6.8 |
Also run by Kingswood Care Services Limited
| Name | Official rating | Our score | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| The OakesLaindon | Outstanding | 9.2 | |
| Cedar HousePitsea | Good | 8.0 | |
| Willow BayCanvey Island | Good | 8.0 | |
| The BeechesCanvey Island | Good | 8.0 |
What stands out
What stands out
- Practical daily living support
- Community involvement
- Support with new skills
Suits: Adults with learning disabilities developing independence
Types of care
Also works on: residential
Location
28 Somerset Road, Laindon, SS15 6PE
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Questions families ask
How much does Acorn House - Laindon cost?
The CQC register does not list fees, so ask Acorn House - Laindon for its weekly fee. As a guide, Essex council paid on average £2,407 a week for a residential care place for adults aged 18 to 64 in 2024-2025, against £1,883 across England (GOV.UK adult social care finance report). People who pay for their own care are usually charged more than councils pay.
Who pays for a place in this home?
Ask Acorn House - Laindon whether it takes residents funded by Essex council and what it charges people who pay for themselves. In England the council may help after a needs assessment and a financial assessment if savings and assets are below £23,250 (2026 to 2027 rules). People whose needs are mainly health needs may qualify for NHS Continuing Healthcare, which pays the full fee.