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Our Story

An Lac House was built in 1997 in the historical city of Cambridge, and was specifically designed to provide supported housing for older Vietnamese residents.  It is now the only service in the UK that focuses on the Vietnamese community, and our 10 residents come not just from Cambridgeshire but also from other areas in the south of England.  We are proud of An Lac House and the unique service provided to our residents.  Many of them would struggle to fit in at a more conventional care home, but at An Lac House they feel part of a community, and are surrounded by culturally familiar language, food and customs, and live with people with similar backgrounds and experience.

An Lac House has a small and dedicated staff of four, who are all Vietnamese speakers.  These include chefs who prepare two delicious home-cooked meals a day, in a familiar Vietnamese cuisine.  Our staff provide 24-hour support to residents, ensuring that they are safe, healthy and happy.  We offer a variety of activities for health, well-being and enjoyment, as well as opportunities to socialise with volunteers and the local community.

Our Vision

At our beautiful home, residents can enjoy a full and happy life, forging new friendships, communicating in their first language and enjoying familiar cuisine and customs.

It is the mission of An Lac House to provide the support residents need to lead independent lives to the fullest extent possible. Working with local medical teams and Social Services, we tailor our care services to the individual needs of each resident. They and their families can rest assured that An Lac House will support and adapt as care needs change, helping residents through any short or long term challenges.

An Lac House also serves as a cultural and social hub for the Cambridge Vietnamese community, providing a focus for the celebration of traditional festivals such as Tet and Vu Lan.

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Our Values

An Lac House in Cambridge combines efficiency and affordability with compassionate care. Residents are treated with dignity, fostering intergenerational connections, independence, self-confidence, well-being, and a strong Vietnamese identity. Serving as a cultural and social hub for the Cambridge Vietnamese community, An Lac House enriches lives and preserves cultural heritage.

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Operates efficiently and affordably, ensuring residents receive quality care without financial strain.

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Supported With Dignity and Connecting With Younger Generation.

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Independence, Self-confidence, Well-being and a Sense of Vietnamese Identity.

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Cultural and Social Centre of the Cambridge Vietnamese Community.