Homecare in East Bergholt

Right at Home support elderly people and those with care and support needs in East Bergholt and surrounding areas – it is with great pride that we provide quality homecare in East Bergholt as part of our care at home services. With support from our skilled and experienced team of CareGivers, we can help your loved ones live an independent life in their own home from companionship, moral and emotional support to personal and specialist care. We are proud to provide exceptional service and high quality homecare in the local area.

Thousands of families, just like yours, trust and rely upon Right at Home to provide support services. We provide bespoke support to you or your loved one in the local area. We can help with much needed companionship, routine household tasks or simply a friend to share interest and enjoy hobbies with.

East Bergholt

East Bergholt is the birthplace of painter John Constable whose father owned Flatford Mill. Flatford and Dedham, Essex, both made famous by John Constable, are within walking distance of East Bergholt. East Bergholt is well known for it’s church, The Church of St Mary the Virgin was built in the 15th and 16th centuries, but is well known for the absence of a tower or spire to house the bells. Work began on a tower in 1525, but Cardinal Wolsey’s fall from grace in 1530 brought construction to a halt and the following year a wooden bell cage was erected in the churchyard. The Bell Cage was built as a temporary structure to house the bells until the tower could be built. It still exists and now houses the set of 5 bells, although it is possible the tenor, which weighs 1ton 6cwt 0qr 8 lb (1,320 kg) and has a diameter 4 ft 6in (137 cm), was added in 1691. There are rumours the Bell Cage was moved from its original position in the 17th century because the occupant of Old Hall objected to the noise of the bells. The only evidence for this is a 1731 hand-drawn map on vellum that shows the Bell Cage situated to the East of the Church. The bells are exceptional in that they are not rung from below by ropes attached to wheels, as is usual in change ringing, but the headstock is manipulated by hand by ringers standing beside the bells.

The bells are believed to be the heaviest five (A, G, F♯, E, and D) that are rung in England today, with a total weight of 4+¹⁄₄ long tons (4,300 kg)!

You or your loved one may not necessarily need a lot of help. We’re here to support with daily activities to enable independence, well-being and preventing isolation and loneliness. Many of our Clients say their CareGivers are good friends and their relationships enrich and improve their day to day lives, which we are immensely happy to hear.

Our companionship services include:

Social interaction in the community

Support with using public transport and escorting on journeys

Respite for family carers

Pursuing hobbies and interests

Food preparation

Light housekeeping

Emotional Support

Help with everyday tasks

Food and clothes shopping

Washing and dressing

Medication support

A friend to listen to or talk to

Places our CareGivers take their Clients in and around East Bergholt include…

Alton Water

Alton water is a stunning reservoir and a wonderful resource for the public, offering people of all ages and abilities the chance to spend time outdoors, enjoying a variety of pursuits – from fishing and sailing to walking, wildlife watching and more. This makes for an excellent day trip on a clear day. You can find out more here

Colchester Zoo, Colchester

Colchester Zoo is constantly developing and has won many awards for its work. With over 270 species to see, set in 60 acres of beautiful parkland and lakes, Colchester Zoo is well worth a visit. As you walk around the zoo there’s plenty of play areas to try out including the indoor soft play area Jungle Tumble with a section for under 3s and all new play equipment where the kids can release their wild side! To find out more click here

Flatford Mill, Dedham Vale

Flatford Mill offers attractive walks along the river and hot and cold drinks in the tearoom in the nearby granary (plus a well-stocked gift shop!). This is a National Trust property has a wonderful nature reserve with a beautiful wildlife garden. Read more about Flatford Mill Wildlife Garden Nature Reserve here, on Trip Advisor Flatford Mill shows as a travellers choice location for 2020.

Get in touch to find out more about receiving care from Right at Home in East Bergholt and surrounding areas.

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