Loading...

Rula Homecare

Hubbard Way, The Hub Business Centre, 2 Civic Drive, Ipswich, Suffolk IP1 2QA

Rula Home Care is a family-run care company in Ipswich, Suffolk.

The company was born from the desire to create sensitive, caring and meaningful support. The team of skilled and friendly staff support adults and children in the community to live independent and fulfilling lifestyles in their own homes and in the community.

They can support people with day to day tasks such as washing, preparing and eating nutritious meals, taking medication...  

Care Provided by Rula Homecare

Types of Home Care

  • Visiting Care
  • 24 Hour Care
  • Overnight Care (Waking)
  • Overnight Care (Sleeping)

Minimum Visit Duration (Visiting Care)

  • 30 minutes

Contract Durations

  • Ongoing / Long Term
  • Respite / Short Term

Age Ranges

  • Older Person Care (65+)
  • Younger Adult Care (18-65)
  • Children (0-18)

Personal Care Services

  • Washing & Dressing
  • Toileting Assistance
  • Medication Assistance (Oral)
  • Companionship
  • Continence Care
  • Feeding & Drinking Assistance

Household Services

  • Food Preparation & Serving
  • Laundry Service
  • Shopping Service / Errands

Other Care Provided

  • Dementia
  • Parkinson's Disease
  • Stroke
  • Cancer Care
  • Palliative / End of Life Care
  • Learning Disability / Autism
  • Mental Health Condition
  • Physical Disability
  • Visual / Hearing Impairment
  • Alcohol / Drug Misuse
  • Hospital Discharge

Funding & Fees

Daily Charges per Person

  • Hourly Visiting Care Fees: £26.50 - £35

Please contact the office, you'll find the staff happy to discuss fees.

The price(s) shown are provided by the agency. Contact Rula Homecare for full pricing details and T&Cs.

Contact Rula Homecare to get a personalised quote:

Funding Types Accepted

  • Private Funding (Self-funded)
  • Direct Payments (from Local Authority/NHS)
  • Local Authority (Contracted Provider)
  • NHS (Contracted Provider)

Good to Know

Owner

  • Rula Homecare Ltd
  • Private Owned

Person in charge

  • Paul Ticus (Registered Manager)

Rula Homecare Reviews (29)

9.8

Rula Homecare has a Review Score of 9.8 (9.85) out of 10, based on 14 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time Rula Homecare has 29 reviews.

Filter Reviews
Overall Experience
Date Published
Reviewer Connection to Rula Homecare
Loading...
Showing 29 reviews matching selected criteria
Review from Janet H (Relative of Client) published on 6 October 2022 Submitted via Postal Card
Overall Experience
Everything going well.
Very satisfied.

No problems at all.

Staff
Care / Support
Management
Treated with Dignity
Value for Money
Review from T P (Granddaughter of Client) published on 4 October 2022 Submitted via Postal Card
Overall Experience

Very happy with the team. Very attentive to my grandmother. Exceptional care and communication. Amazing teamwork with live-in care, everything 'ticks over' I'm so lucky to have such great care for my grandmother. Thank you.

Reply from Louise Shamshoom, Care and Well-being Manager at Rula Homecare

Thank you very much for this lovely review. It is very much appreciated.

Staff
Care / Support
Management
Treated with Dignity
Value for Money
Review from Eileen V (Wife of Client) published on 3 October 2022 Submitted via Website
Overall Experience
My husband has been with Rula Home care now for 16 months. The carers are very respectful, they always ask if there is anything else that needs doing besides the normal. Management does regular checks and always asks if there are any problems. We can also call Rula Care on the phone if any problems arise. My husband and I are very happy with the care that is provided. Carers are cheerful and very willing to help.

I would definitely recommend Rula Care to anybody.

Reply from Louise Shamshoom, Care and Well-being Manager at Rula Homecare

Thank you! It is a pleasure to know you both and we all enjoy coming to see you!

Staff
Care / Support
Management
Treated with Dignity
Value for Money
Review from Heather M (Client / Service User) published on 3 October 2022 Submitted via Website
Overall Experience

Rula Homecare staff and management have been looking after me for 8 months, I am very happy with them and have every confidence in them. They are very sensitive to my requirements. Management and staff help with any problem I have and can deal with any situation which arises. I look forward to seeing them, they look after my social needs, we go out for a cup of tea or an ice cream, which I thoroughly enjoy. We also have a little discussion from time to time which is very important to me as I live alone. I can always call managers confidently if I have any problem or need to know something and they are always very pleasant and reassuring to me. I recommend Rula Homecare thoroughly.

Reply from Louise Shamshoom, Care and Well-being Manager at Rula Homecare

Thank you for your lovely review. We look forward to seeing you too and are pleased that you enjoy your time with us.

Staff
Care / Support
Management
Treated with Dignity
Value for Money
Review from R W (Client / Service User) published on 29 September 2022 Submitted via Website
Overall Experience

Rula Homecare staff been looking after me for 15 months, I'm very pleased with this brilliant service I'm receiving. They go beyond and above to support me, staff even buy me fish and chips when I ask them to. Management are always approachable and very prompt and supportive whenever I called them. I can't wish for a better service. I feel more than safe with the Rula Homecare team.

Reply from Louise Shamshoom, Care and Well-being Manager at Rula Homecare

Thank you, such kind words from a kind gentleman! It is such a pleasure to know you.

Staff
Care / Support
Management
Treated with Dignity
Value for Money
Review from Janna M (Daughter of Client) published on 27 September 2022 Submitted via Website
Overall Experience
My mum has been with Rula Homecare for just under a year and we have had nothing but an amazing experience with them the staff, they are so respectful, loving and caring toward my mum. They are always punctual and always willing to the extra mile for my mum.
My mum is always treated with respect and giving the dignity that she deserves.

If I have any enquiries with management they are always happy to help and always make sure that my mum is satisfied with the answer.

Reply from Louise Shamshoom, Care and Well-being Manager at Rula Homecare

Thank you Janna, such lovely words. Very much appreciated, your mum is a lovely lady to care for.

Staff
Care / Support
Management
Treated with Dignity
Value for Money
Review from C K (Granddaughter of Client) published on 22 September 2022 Submitted via Website
Overall Experience

Awful uncaring staff. Unprofessional service from carers to management which was detrimental to my grandmother's health. Lack of training and understanding of needs very concerning. 30-minute visits but would attend for less than 10. Highly advise against using them. Carers rude and confrontational.

Reply from Louise Shamshoom, Care and Well-being Manager at Rula Homecare
We are thankful that you have taken the time to bring your experience to our attention and your feedback will be taken seriously. Rula Homecare is sorry that you have had a negative experience. We do invite clients and their families to feedback regularly and regret that you could not do this.

We...  

Staff
Care / Support
Management
Treated with Dignity
Value for Money
No Rating
Review from P K (Client / Service User) published on 14 September 2022 Submitted via Postal Card
Overall Experience
I have been cared for by Rula Care for just over two months now and I have absolutely nothing but praise for them. All the carers are very kind and respectful and are always willing to go the extra mile for me. The management are easy to get hold of and always happy to help in any way they can.

I wouldn't hesitate to recommend Rula Care to anybody.

Reply from Louise Shamshoom, Care and Well-being Manager at Rula Homecare

Thank you, such lovely words. It is our pleasure to be to have met you and we are privileged to be able to assist you with all your requirements.

Staff
Care / Support
Management
Treated with Dignity
Value for Money
Review from Jennifer R (Daughter of Client) published on 12 September 2022 Submitted via Postal Card
Overall Experience

I find that Rula Homecare are kind, polite and respect my mum's dignity at all times. Nothing is too much trouble for them. They all work together, managers as well, for the safety and wellbeing of my mum. They are a great team. They constantly keep in touch with me with the changing needs of my mum's care and Mum and myself and the family couldn't wish for a better service. Wonderful people.

Reply from Louise Shamshoom, Care and Well-being Manager at Rula Homecare

Thank you, Jennifer. Mum is a wonderful, characterful lady who is a pleasure to care for.

Staff
Care / Support
Management
Treated with Dignity
Value for Money

Regulatory Rating

Care Quality Commission (CQC) Rating

Date: 22 June 2022
Overall Good
  • Caring Good
  • Effective Good
  • Responsive Good
  • Safe Good
  • Well-led Good
Care Quality Commission is responsible for the registration and inspection of social care services in England. View Latest Report

News (0)

News

There are no news items for Rula Homecare.

Awards / Recognitions (1)

  • Recipient: Rula HomecareDate: Friday 30 May 2025

Meet the Team (4)

Umar Shamshoom Job Title: Director Joined: 2021
Umar Shamshoom
Me as director/owner of this business I am part of the day-to-day care and visits for our clients.

I like to make sure our team is delivering outstanding care and that all our staff members are happy and comfortable working with us.

I never act as the owner of this business, I like to keep a friendly and comfortable relationship with everyone working with me.

Paul Ticus Job Title: Operations Manager - CQC Registered Manager Joined: 2023
Paul Ticus

I joined this company with a clear vision of developing and improving in the area of care support.

Together with the owner of this company, we are prepared to deliver outstanding care for people in need of help in their own homes and be part of the community.

Together with the owner of this company, we are determined to take this to the next level, as we have discovered that there are a lot of people in need of this service.

I endeavour to uphold the excellent reputation of Rula Homecare, and incorporate my own skills to provide a friendly, efficient and caring service.

Hayley Hughes Job Title: Registered Manager Joined: 2024
Hayley Hughes

Registered Manager supplying staff within Domiciliary Care, Supported Living, 24/7, Complex Care, Learning Disabilities and Mental health within Adult and Children Services.

Louise Shamshoom Job Title: Care and Well-being Manager Joined: 2021
Louise Shamshoom

I am married to the Director, Umar, and assisted him with creating our family-run business.

I am a qualified counsellor and use this qualification, within the company for clients, family members and staff; life throws curve balls and support is needed 'pro bono' to make life that little bit easier.

I have a good relationship with the clients and their families due to regular contact and visiting.

I also work 'on the floor' to ensure I am up to date with the client and staff needs.

Frequently Asked Questions about Rula Homecare

How many Carers does Rula Homecare employ?

Rula Homecare employs 45 carers.

Information on this page is displayed without responsibility for its accuracy on the part of homecare.co.uk. Please contact Rula Homecare to verify any information. View our terms and conditions. Rula Homecare has an Enhanced Service - more info.