Care homes in Nottingham
Compare CQC-registered residential and nursing homes across Nottingham and Nottinghamshire. Free to search, with inspection ratings and contact details on every listing.
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Residential care homes in Nottingham
Residential homes in and around Nottingham provide a permanent or short-stay place to live with personal care, meals, housekeeping and activities, with staff on hand day and night across the Nottinghamshire area.
Nursing homes in Nottingham
Nursing homes offer everything a residential home does, plus registered nurses on site for people with medical or complex health needs. Some homes in Nottingham also run dedicated dementia units or offer end-of-life care.
Respite and short stays
Many homes accept short-term stays after a hospital discharge or to give a family carer a break. Availability changes week to week, so contact several homes near Nottingham rather than waiting on one.
What to check before you choose
- Whether the home has a vacancy near Nottingham for the date you need
- Their most recent CQC rating and inspection report
- Whether nursing care is registered on site, if that is needed
- The weekly fee, what it includes, and how and when fees rise
- Staffing levels, activities, visiting arrangements and food
Common questions
How much does a care home cost in Nottingham?
Residential care homes in England typically cost between about £900 and £1,400 a week, and nursing homes usually cost more because registered nurses are on site. Fees vary by room, location and needs, so ask each home for a written fee schedule.
What is the difference between a residential and nursing home in Nottingham?
A residential home provides accommodation with personal care and support around the clock. A nursing home does the same but also has registered nurses on site for people with medical needs such as complex wound care, PEG feeding or advanced conditions.
How do I choose a care home in Nottingham?
Shortlist homes near Nottingham that have space and suit the level of care needed, check their latest CQC inspection report, then visit in person — ideally at mealtime — and ask about staffing, activities, visiting and fee increases.