Choosing a care home or nursing home
The level of care can vary from home to home, but the Government defines it as the kind of care you would receive from a competent and caring relative. This includes: help with eating, washing, bathing, dressing and toilet needs, and caring for you if you become ill.
The decision to recommend a residential or nursing home will only be made after a full assessment of your needs has been carried out. All such recommendations are seen by a joint health and social care panel, which considers the proposed placement and funding. You can also consider homes in other local authority areas if your needs will be better met there, for example, if you would be nearer to relatives and friends.
When choosing a home it is important to make sure that you choose one that will be right for you both now and in the future. You can get advice and information to help you make this important decision from social workers, district nurses or your family doctor. There is a booklet available to download.
Care Homes and Nursing Homes for Older People: a practical guide [PDF file 53KB]|
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