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Care homes in Kirby Cross offering physical disability care
Of the 7 care homes in Kirby Cross, 5 offer physical disability care, 147 beds in all. 60% of the 5 rated by CQC are Good or Outstanding, compared with 82% for physical disability care across England. Expect to pay in Kirby Cross about £1,460 a week for residential careestimated. 2 care homes have not been rated for more than four years. CQC's latest rating here went to The Firs: Good, on 1 September 2026.
Data: the CQC register, updated 27 October 2026, under the Open Government Licence
Quick summary
- You can ask Essex council for a free care needs assessment; savings make no difference.
- 2 list dementia as a specialism; 1 provide nursing care.
- New and changed CQC ratings across Essex, updated every day.
- CQC rates 3 of the 5 care homes with a rating as Good or Outstanding; 2 are Requires improvement or Inadequate.
To cite: "Care homes in Kirby Cross offering physical disability care", The Care Panel, Oct 2026, from CQC register analysis.
- 5registered care homes
- 60%of those rated are Good or Outstanding
- 2support people with dementia
- 3inspected or rated in the last 2 years
Ranked providers of physical disability care
Highest CQC rating first; ties go to the more recent rating, then the nearer provider. How the list is ordered
- All 7
- Elderly care · 7
- Residential care · 6
- Physical disability care · 5
- Dementia care · 4
- Learning disability care · 4
- Care for adults under 65 · 4
- Mental health care · 3
| Rank | Care home | CQC rating | Date rated | Beds | Nursing |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | The Firs | Sep 2026 | 11 | No | |
| 2 | Mid Meadows | Oct 2019 | 22 | No | |
| 3 | Ducks Halt | Jun 2018 | 5 | No | |
| 4 | Beaumont Manor | Aug 2025 | 103 | Yes | |
| 5 | Peter House | Apr 2026 | 6 | No |
All care homes in Kirby Cross with a CQC registration for physical disability care. Order: rating, then how recent it is.
Physical disability care in Kirby Cross: ratings, size and cost
71% of Kirby Cross's care homes (5 of 7) hold a CQC registration for physical disability care. Of those rated, 60% are Good or Outstanding: 3 points above the 57% for every care home here, and below the England figure of 82% for physical disability care.
The Firs, Mid Meadows and Ducks Halt lead the list for physical disability care. Ratings run from June 2018 to September 2026, and 3 are from the last two years. They have 147 registered beds in total, and 1 also provides nursing care.
Across Essex, 187 care homes are registered for physical disability care, and 82% of those rated are Good or Outstanding. Across Essex, 47% of care homes are registered for physical disability care, against 71% here.
Typical weekly fees in the East of England: about £1,455 residential, £1,685 nursing. Request the price list from every home, as specialist care can cost more. How we estimate costs.
About physical disability care
Physical disability care supports people with conditions that affect movement or strength, such as stroke, MS, Parkinson's, spinal injury or arthritis. It often involves moving and handling with equipment such as hoists, help with personal care, and support to stay active and independent.
What to ask about physical disability care
- How do you prevent pressure sores and falls?
- Will two carers be available when two are needed?
- Are staff trained in moving and handling, including hoists and slings?
- What equipment do you provide, and what must we arrange?
- Can support fit around the person's own routine?
Where to get support: Scope helpline, 0808 800 3333. Essex: physical disability care.
Physical disability care around Kirby Cross
| Place | How far | Care homes | Rated Good or Outstanding |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kirby Cross | – | 5 | 3 |
| Walton-on-the-Naze | 1.3 mi | 4 | 3 |
| Clacton-on-Sea | 4.7 mi | 23 | 17 |
| Harwich | 6.3 mi | 5 | 4 |
| Felixstowe | 9.6 mi | 3 | 1 |
| Wivenhoe | 11.9 mi | 5 | 5 |
| Colchester | 14.9 mi | 21 | 17 |
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Common questions about physical disability care in Kirby Cross
Where can I find physical disability care in a care home in Kirby Cross?
Of the 7 CQC-registered care homes in Kirby Cross, 5 offer physical disability care (Oct 2026). Among the highest rated are The Firs, Mid Meadows and Ducks Halt.
Are care homes in Kirby Cross well rated?
Good or Outstanding: 3 (60%) of the 5 rated, and 2 are rated Requires improvement or Inadequate.
How much does a care home cost in Kirby Cross?
Average fees paid by self-funders in East of England in 2026: residential care home £1,455 a week; nursing home £1,685 a week. These are averages over a wide spread of prices, which move with the type of room, how much help is needed and any nursing. Councils tend to pay less than private payers for an identical room. Source: The Care Panel regional fee benchmarks, October 2026 (how we estimate). See our full cost guide.
Will I get help from Essex council with the cost of a care home?
For residents who qualify, the NHS pays towards nursing through NHS-funded nursing care, and the council may help with fees. Under the Care Act 2014, Essex council has to offer a needs assessment at no cost. For the means test, a home is usually counted for care home fees unless it is still home to a partner or certain relatives (and not in the first 12 weeks of a permanent stay); in England the threshold is £23,250. How to reach Essex council.
How should I compare care homes in Kirby Cross?
Start with the latest CQC report and its date: 3 of the 5 listed here were inspected or rated in the last two years, and 2 have an older report. Then ask about continuity of staff, how they handle missed care, and the full price before you sign. See the checklist.
How do nearby towns compare with Kirby Cross for physical disability care?
Counting physical disability care: Kirby Cross 5 (3 Good or Outstanding); Frinton-on-Sea (0.6 miles): 2, 2 rated Good or Outstanding; Walton-on-the-Naze (1.3 miles): 4, 3 rated Good or Outstanding; Clacton-on-Sea (4.7 miles): 23, 17 rated Good or Outstanding.
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Other towns near Kirby Cross
- Physical disability care in Frinton-on-Sea 0.6 mi
- Physical disability care in Walton-on-the-Naze 1.3 mi
- Physical disability care in Clacton-on-Sea 4.7 mi
- Physical disability care in Harwich 6.3 mi
- Physical disability care in Brightlingsea 9.4 mi
- Physical disability care in Felixstowe 9.6 mi
- Physical disability care in Lawford 10.5 mi
- Physical disability care in Wivenhoe 11.9 mi
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