Ernest Luff Homes
Care home in Walton On The Naze, Essex
Operated by Pilgrims' Friend Society
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About
Ernest Luff Homes is a 28-bed care home in Walton-on-the-Naze, Essex, providing care within a Christian community setting. The home is rated Good by the Care Quality Commission across all five key areas: Safe, Effective, Caring, Responsive and Well-led (2019).
The home supports older people seeking later-life care in a faith-based environment centred on person-centred practice.
What inspectors found
CQC: GoodReport published 13 August 2019 · Last inspected 3 July 2019
Inspectors describe a warm, family-centred home where residents and relatives are involved in decisions about care, and staff treat each person as an individual. Staff are described as kind, respectful and quick to respond, and many have worked at the home for several years, which residents value. Meals, activities and end-of-life support are all presented as tailored to each person's preferences.
- Residents and their relatives took part in developing and reviewing care plans, and staff knew people well.
- Staff responded promptly, respectfully and warmly, and anticipated people's needs.
- A varied programme of planned and spontaneous activities was offered, and people were encouraged to remain independent wherever possible.
- The registered manager was praised as a positive role model, and feedback from people and staff was used to drive improvements.
Written by AI from the report text and checked against it. Not an official CQC statement. Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Read the full report on CQC.
What's nearby
- Fire station about 950 m away
Straight-line distances. A&E departments from the NHS website. Locations © OpenStreetMap contributors.
What’s in the area
Outdoor Spaces
- AllotmentsAdequate
- Play SpaceSparse
- Golf CourseLimited
- Public ParkSparse
- Tennis CourtAmple
- Bowling GreenSparse
- Playing FieldLimited
Local Amenities
- Pubs & BarsAdequate
- Restaurants & CafesAmple
- Retail ShoppingAmple
- SupermarketsAdequate
- TakeawaysAdequate
Local crime statistics
87 recorded crimes in the local area (July 2026)
Top categories:
Source: data.police.uk · within 1 mile
Fees and funding
| Care type | Weekly fee | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Residential care | Fees on request | — |
- Funding accepted
- Not stated
Fees depend on the room and the care needed, so ask the home for a written quote. Check who pays with the funding calculator, or see what Essex council pays.
Care fee trajectory
| Year | Council rate (per week) |
|---|---|
| 2024 | £807 |
| 2025 | £849 |
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Local health safety net
Ernest Luff Homes is backed by a local NHS health network. The nearest A&E is Ipswich Hospital, 14.8 miles away. The local GP practice is CARADOC SURGERY, 0.6 miles away, rated ‘Inadequate’ by the CQC.
Nearest services from NHS ODS + postcodes.io + CQC, by straight-line distance.
Community & connection in Walton On The Naze
Local clubs, charities and support groups that help older residents stay active and connected.
Tendring Eldercare
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The Stroke and Wellness Foundation
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Age Concern Harwich and District
We provide social activities to include coffee mornings and lunch club Tuesdays and Thursdays weekly.
Tendring Community Transport
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Essex Carers Support
Support, advice, information and advocacy for family carers
Age Well East Ltd
Services for the general public and / or older people living in Essex and Suffolk. The services offered are: advice and support with claiming benefits, care, consumer, energy, advocacy and…
Part of Pilgrims' Friend Society
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Information last reviewed October 2026.
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