Residential care

What is residential care and who is it for?

Residential care is designed for older people, and some younger adults with disabilities, who feel unsafe, isolated or unable to manage daily tasks like washing, dressing, cooking or taking medication in their own home.

A residential care home provides accommodation, meals, and 24-hour personal care for people who can no longer live independently but do not require constant medical nursing. This type of support, sometimes referred to as a rest home, offers a safe, homely environment with assistance for daily living activities such as washing, dressing, and medication management.

There are many reasons why an older person might choose to move into residential care. A Care UK residential care home may be a good choice for your loved one if they’re keen to have more social stimulation and would love to have fun and make new friends in warm and welcoming surroundings. They may feel it’s time to hand over those everyday tasks like cooking, laundry, cleaning and looking after a home to someone else. Or their home may no longer be the safest place for them due to changes in their mobility or health.

Our residential care is designed for older adults who may be experiencing frailty or struggle to manage daily life at home, but do not have complex medical needs. Our experienced and compassionate care assistants provide high-quality, person-centred care. They get to know your loved one well so they can tailor all aspects of their care to their unique needs, and understand what they find difficult and what they can still do independently.

Unlike nursing homes, residential care focuses on personal support and well-being rather than 24/7 clinical intervention from registered nurses. For example, we can support your loved one with everything from bathing and dressing, to mobilising or simply enjoying a more social and fulfilling lifestyle. What's more, we're only seconds away, night or day, giving you and your loved one complete peace of mind.

All our residential care homes are regulated by the Care Quality Commission (CQC) to ensure the highest standards of safety and quality.

Learn more about what a care home is and who residential care is for.  

Discover a fulfilling life in our residential care homes

Care UK homes are designed to meet residents' every need. Our homes have superb facilities, ranging from cafés and cinema rooms, to relaxing lounges and even shops, bars and art rooms. Your loved one’s bedroom is their own private space, and we’ll ensure it’s beautifully decorated and furnished. We’ll also make sure it feels like home with a few personal touches: we’ll hang pictures and photos, add shelves and place treasured items wherever they want them.

Each of our homes has a dedicated lifestyle team that organises activities, entertainment, outings and experiences tailored to your loved one’s interests and hobbies. We also believe in supporting your loved one to maintain their independence. From making their own drinks if they wish, to helping with the washing up, doing some gardening or even starting a club.

Our chef-led kitchen teams are passionate about providing high quality food for residents, and the home’s chef will be one of the first people your loved one meets when they join us. They’ll learn all about your loved one’s favourite foods and any nutritional needs so they can start creating tempting dishes just for them.  

Find out more about life in our homes.

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