John Turner House
Residential care home · Lowestoft
Rotterdam Road, Lowestoft, NR32 2EZ
Run by Leading Lives Limited
- GoodCQC · Jan 2023
- 8.0Our score
- Beds8
- Type of careResidential
- Phone01502 580844
Latest inspection
- Inspected on 12 January 2023
What the inspectors rate
- SafeGood
- EffectiveGood
- CaringGood
- ResponsiveGood
- Well-ledGood
- Regulator
- Care Quality Commission
- Registered as
- John Turner House
- Status
- Registered in England
- Latest rating
- Good
- Register number
- 1-385483078
From the public register of the Care Quality Commission, checked on 2 November 2026.
About John Turner House
John Turner House provides short-break accommodation in Lowestoft for adults and young people with learning disabilities, autism and complex needs. The service gives families and carers respite while offering guests a supported stay near the seaside and local community facilities.
The refurbished accommodation includes eight individually designed bedrooms, each with a television, en-suite bathroom and Wi-Fi. Two bedrooms have ceiling track hoists, and a rise-and-fall bath is available for people with complex needs. A self-contained flatlet provides separate kitchen and living space for guests who prefer greater privacy or want to stay with a loved one.
Care on offer
- Care homes
Compared with Lowestoft
Nearest
| Name | Distance | Official rating | Our score | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Britten CourtLowestoft | 0.2 miles | Good | 8.0 | |
| Britten CourtLowestoft | 0.2 miles | |||
| Royal AvenueLowestoft | 0.8 miles | Good | 7.4 | |
| Harleston HouseLowestoft | 0.9 miles | Outstanding | 9.2 | |
| Lilac Lodge & Lavender CottageLowestoft | 0.9 miles | Good | 8.0 |
Also run by Leading Lives Limited
| Name | Official rating | Our score | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Short Break Respite UnitStowmarket | Good | 8.0 | |
| Cathedral ViewBury St Edmunds | Good | 8.0 |
What stands out
What stands out
- Eight en-suite bedrooms
- Ceiling track hoists
- Self-contained flatlet
Ask about
- Short breaks are the specific accommodation service described
Suits: Families seeking short breaks for people with complex needs
Types of care
Also works on: residential
Location
Rotterdam Road, Lowestoft, NR32 2EZ
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Questions families ask
Do they offer short breaks for people with learning disabilities?
Yes. They provide short break accommodation in Lowestoft for adults and young people with learning disabilities, including respite care for families and carers.
What facilities are included in the bedrooms?
The eight individually designed bedrooms each have a TV, en-suite bathroom and free Wi-Fi. Two bedrooms also have ceiling track hoists.
Is there self-contained accommodation?
Yes. There is a self-contained flatlet with its own kitchen and living area for people who prefer their own space or want to stay with a loved one.
Does the accommodation have accessible bathing facilities?
Yes. The home has a rise and fall bath accessible by ceiling track hoist, supporting people who need this equipment.
Can the support package be tailored to each person?
Yes. They work with customers and their families to develop a support package that suits their needs.
How much does John Turner House cost?
The CQC register does not list fees, so ask John Turner House for its weekly fee. As a guide, Suffolk council paid on average £1,080 a week for a residential care place for people aged 65 and over in 2024-2025, against £982 across England (GOV.UK adult social care finance report). People who pay for their own care are usually charged more than councils pay.