A sympathetic, helpful ear at a stressful time. That phone call helped us make progress in the hunt for somewhere for Dad without spending hours on the phone or searching online. So much easier to be presented with a list and know that initial contacts were being made whilst we could concentrate on Dad in hospital and his partner at home. Thank you!
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What is a care home?
Residential care home
This is a type of purpose-built accommodation for older people who need a moderate amount of personal care.
All care homes differ on the facilities that are provided but typically a residential care home has staff that provide support with getting dressed, washing and bathing, administering medicine, laundry, cleaning and cooking meals.
Nursing home
A nursing home has qualified staff that provide round the clock assistance for the residents in their care.
A acre home with nursing may have facilities that accommodate for very specific or complex needs. Older people with serious physical disabilities, for example, might receive specialist support at a Nursing Home.
Care homes that specialise in dementia
Residential and nursing care homes may offer care for residents with dementia but not all.
A care home that specialises in dementia provides attentive support from qualified nurses with experience in caring for people with severe dementia.
They might specifically cater for the needs of older people with Alzheimer's disease and dementia including but not limited to:
- frontotemporal dementia
- mild cognitive impairment
- posterior cortical atrophy
- primary progressive aphasia
- vascular dementia
Care homes with respite
A short stay in a care home provides support for older adults who may need recovery and respite.
Respite care can provide a well-needed break for individuals for many, complex reasons. For example, after surgery or illness, personal care that includes assistance with bathing, eating, exercising and medication administration can be a great relief.
Short respite stays can be found via our search portal by filtering for care homes with “daily respite care".
How much does a care home cost in 2024?
Watch our short video about the average care home prices in the UK or browse home care providers near you using the search directory above for specific costs.
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Claim your FREE personalised list of care homes or call 01892 335 330 to speak to a member of our team. They can listen to what you need from a care home, assist with your search and provide advice on how to pay for care.
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