Karma Liv-in

102 Coventry Road, Ilford, Essex, IG1 4RE

02036329670

Care Type

Residential Care

CQC rating published

22 June 2018

Provider

Karma Carehomes Ltd

Beds

5 beds

How this home compares nearby

Of 68 care homes for older people within 5 miles, 2 are rated higher by CQC, 57 are the same and 9 are lower.

65 of these nearby homes have been inspected more recently than this one.

Based on CQC ratings, updated 22 October 2026. How we compare homes | See the nearby homes

Rating history

GoodJun 2018

First inspected by CQC in 2018, rated Good.

Source: CQC inspection reports. Contains CQC data licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0.

Costs and who runs this home

This is the only care home Karma Carehomes Ltd runs in England.

Average care home fees in London: £1,189 a week for residential care and £1,513 for nursing care (2024-25 averages). Self-funders usually pay more. See our care home costs guide.

How to pay for a care home explains the council means test, what counts as capital and the funding you can ask to be assessed for.

About Karma Liv-in

Located on Coventry Road in Ilford, this small residential care home provides accommodation for five residents. It is situated within the London Borough of Redbridge and operates under Karma Carehomes Ltd.

The home supports older people, younger adults, and individuals with mental health needs. Its intimate size means residents receive personalised care within a domestic setting rather than a larger institutional environment.

The home holds a Good CQC rating from its most recent inspection in June 2018. It is registered as a residential care service, providing day-to-day support and accommodation for those requiring care and supervision.

Specialist Care

Mental healthOlder peopleYounger adults

Practical details from the provider

The home has a conservatory, outbuilding and furnished garden for residents to use.

Published on the provider's website, checked 20 September 2026. Confirm arrangements with the home before deciding.

Fees and availability

We have not verified a current weekly fee for this home. Ask for a written quote based on the room and care needed, including any extra charges.

Check current vacancies, the admission assessment and visiting arrangements directly with the home.

5 Questions to Ask on Your Visit

When visiting Karma Liv-in, consider asking...

1.What happens if my relative's care needs increase significantly -- will they have to move?
2.How do you handle concerns or complaints from families?
3.What does the monthly fee cover and what will cost extra?
4.How do you keep families informed about their relative's day-to-day wellbeing?
5.What happens if my relative is unhappy here?

5 Things to Look For on Your Visit

When you visit Karma Liv-in, look out for...

1.Do staff greet residents by name and stop to chat?
2.Are residents dressed, up and occupied, or sitting alone in front of a TV?
3.Does the home smell fresh and feel clean without being clinical?
4.Do residents look comfortable and at ease, or anxious and withdrawn?
5.Does the manager answer your questions openly or deflect?

Could the NHS fund Karma Liv-in's fees?

The average nursing home costs £1,535 per week. That's £79,820 a year. NHS Continuing Healthcare could cover all of it. No means test, no contribution from you.

Find out if the NHS could fund these fees