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Mercers is a CQC-registered residential care home based in Colchester, Essex. It is operated by Mercers.
Mercers specialises in learning disabilities care.
As a residential care home, Mercers provides 24-hour personal care and support for residents who need help with daily activities such as washing, dressing, and meal times, in a safe and homely environment.
The Care Quality Commission (CQC) last inspected Mercers in February 2019 and rated the service as Good overall. This means the home is performing well and meeting expectations across safety, effectiveness, care quality, responsiveness, and leadership.
Mercers is located in Colchester, within the Essex local authority area in East.
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| CQC Rating | Good |
| Address | 14 Serpentine Walk, Colchester, Essex, CO1 1XR |
| Phone | 01206 570226 |
| Local authority | Essex |
| Region | East |
| Last inspection | 26 February 2019 |
| Provider | Mercers |
Is Mercers registered with the CQC?
Yes. Mercers is registered with the Care Quality Commission (CQC), the independent regulator of health and social care in England. You can view the official CQC profile at https://www.cqc.org.uk/location/1-123986067
What type of care does Mercers provide?
Mercers provides residential homes, specialising in learning disabilities.
How do I contact Mercers?
You can contact Mercers by phone on 01206 570226, or visit them at 14 Serpentine Walk, Colchester, Essex, CO1 1XR.
What is Mercers's CQC rating?
Mercers has been rated "Good" by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). This means the home is performing well and meeting expectations. See the full CQC inspection report at https://www.cqc.org.uk/location/1-123986067
What are Mercers's CQC domain ratings?
The CQC inspects care homes across five domains. Mercers's latest published domain ratings are: Safe: Good, Effective: Good, Caring: Good, Responsive: Good, Well-led: Requires improvement.
How many care homes are in Colchester?
There are 135 CQC-registered care homes in Colchester. You can browse the full list at carehomeos.co.uk/care-homes/town/colchester.
Residential care homes provide 24-hour personal care and support for older adults or people with disabilities who are unable to live independently. Staff assist with daily activities such as washing, dressing, and meals in a homely environment.
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