Handford House Care Home
Nursing home · Ipswich
27a Cumberland Street, Ipswich, IP1 3PA
Run by Healthcare Homes (LSC) Limited
- GoodCQC · Aug 2025
- 7.4Our score
- Beds52
- Type of careNursing
- Phone01473 231111
Inspectors asked it to improve: Well-led
Latest inspection
- Inspected on 4 August 2025
What the inspectors rate
- SafeGood
- EffectiveGood
- CaringGood
- ResponsiveGood
- Well-ledRequires improvement
- Regulator
- Care Quality Commission
- Registered as
- Handford House Care Home
- Status
- Registered in England
- Latest rating
- Good
- Register number
- 1-1317119509
From the public register of the Care Quality Commission, checked on 2 November 2026.
About Handford House Care Home
Handford House Care Home supports residents through residential, nursing and dementia care in Ipswich, with palliative and respite care also available. The service also caters for younger adults with disabilities and people living with physical disabilities or sensory impairments.
Residents can continue interests through baking, gardening and music, alongside one-to-one activities and a programme shaped with their input. Bedrooms may be personalised with photographs, ornaments and other possessions. The home has 52 bedrooms across two floors, and families can arrange visits to view accommodation, meet the team and discuss individual requirements. Its activities programme is shaped with residents’ input.
Care on offer
- Care homes
Compared with Ipswich
Nearest
| Name | Distance | Official rating | Our score | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sherrington HouseIpswich | 0.4 miles | Good | 8.0 | |
| Bethesda Eventide Homes - IpswichIpswich | 0.4 miles | Good | 7.4 | |
| NorwoodIpswich | 0.6 miles | Good | 8.0 | |
| Park ManorIpswich | 0.8 miles | Outstanding | 8.8 | |
| Chesterfield HouseIpswich | 1.1 miles |
Also run by Healthcare Homes (LSC) Limited
| Name | Official rating | Our score | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Foxearth Lodge Nursing HomeWoodbridge | Good | 8.0 | |
| Ashley Gardens Care CentreMaidstone | Good | 8.0 | |
| The Chase Care CentreWatford | Good | 8.0 | |
| Kingsley Court Care HomeHayes | Good | 8.0 | |
| Sandown Park Care HomeWindsor | Outstanding | 9.2 | |
| Sovereign Lodge Care CentreEastbourne | Good | 8.0 | |
| Cedar Court Care HomeWitney | Good | 8.0 | |
| Bedhampton Nursing Home and Specialist Care UnitHavant | Good | 7.4 | |
| Tenchley Manor Nursing HomeChichester | Good | 8.0 | |
| Avon Lodge Care HomeBristol | Good | 8.0 | |
| Ashley CourtPoole | Good | 8.0 | |
| Blandford Grange Care HomeBlandford Forum | Good | 8.0 |
What stands out
What stands out
- Support for younger adults with disabilities
- Activities shaped by residents
- 52 bedrooms across two floors
Suits: People needing nursing, dementia or disability care
Types of care
Also works on: nursing
Location
27a Cumberland Street, Ipswich, IP1 3PA
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Questions families ask
What types of care does Handford House provide?
Handford House provides dementia, nursing, palliative, residential and respite care. It also supports younger adults with disabilities and people with physical disabilities or sensory impairments.
What activities are available at Handford House?
They provide activities including baking, books, gardening, music and shopping trips, alongside one-to-one opportunities. Residents help plan the programme around their interests.
Can residents personalise their bedrooms at Handford House?
Yes. Residents can bring personal belongings such as photographs and ornaments. Each of the 52 bedrooms is furnished with essentials including a bed, wardrobe and armchair.
How much does Handford House Care Home cost?
The CQC register does not list fees, so ask Handford House Care Home for its weekly fee. As a guide, Suffolk council paid on average £1,058 a week for a nursing care place for people aged 65 and over in 2024-2025, against £1,102 across England (GOV.UK adult social care finance report). People who pay for their own care are usually charged more than councils pay.