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The Firs is a CQC-registered residential care home based in Frinton On Sea, Essex. It is operated by The Firs Care Services Limited.
The home provides specialist care for sensory impairments, adults under 65, dementia, learning disabilities, older adults (65+). Families looking for care in these areas can contact the home directly for availability and assessments.
As a residential care home, The Firs 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 The Firs in September 2026 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.
The Firs is located in Frinton On Sea, within the Essex local authority area in East.
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| CQC Rating | Good |
| Address | Thorpe Road, Kirby Cross, Kirby Cross, Frinton On Sea, Essex, CO13 0NJ |
| Phone | 01255 862617 |
| Local authority | Essex |
| Region | East |
| Last inspection | 1 September 2026 |
| Provider | The Firs Care Services Limited |
Is The Firs registered with the CQC?
Yes. The Firs 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/1-109711675
What type of care does The Firs provide?
The Firs provides residential homes, specialising in sensory impairments, caring for adults under 65 yrs, dementia, learning disabilities.
How do I contact The Firs?
You can contact The Firs by phone on 01255 862617, or visit them at Thorpe Road, Kirby Cross, Kirby Cross, Frinton On Sea, Essex, CO13 0NJ.
What is The Firs's CQC rating?
The Firs 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/1-109711675
What are The Firs's CQC domain ratings?
The CQC inspects care homes across five domains. The Firs's latest published domain ratings are: Safe: Good, Effective: Good, Caring: Good, Responsive: Good, Well-led: Good.
How many care homes are in Frinton On Sea?
There are 8 CQC-registered care homes in Frinton On Sea. You can browse the full list at carehomeos.co.uk/care-homes/town/frinton-on-sea.
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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