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Nursing homes in Greenwich

11 of the 43 care homes in Greenwich are registered with the CQC as nursing homes, of which 10 Good. A nursing home is a care home registered with the CQC to have registered nurses on site around the clock, for people whose health needs go beyond personal care.

Nursing homes in Greenwich typically cost £1,673 a week, about £86,970 a year, based on 4 homes with a fee on record; the middle half charge £1,526 to £1,834. That is about 8% more than the typical residential fee in Greenwich of £1,549. The NHS pays a weekly contribution towards the nursing part of the fee, direct to the home, if you are assessed as needing nursing care.

A live-in carer at home, which many families weigh against nursing home care, typically costs £1,050 a week near Greenwich and can look after a couple.

Compare with a live-in carer at home through PrimeCarers

The typical nursing home in Greenwich
£1,673a week

About £86,970 a year

For a couple, two places: £3,345 a week

PrimeCarersA live-in carer, at home
£1,344a week

A typical week of live-in care for higher needs, such as hoisting or someone in bed most of the day

Staying at home could cost about £329 a week less, £17,082 over a year

A couple can share one carer, about £1,355 a week, £1,990 a week less than two places.

See live-in carers near Greenwich
100+ live-in carers on PrimeCarers within about an hour of Greenwich

PrimeCarers runs this site. Carers on it are self-employed and set their own rates. Every carer has had an enhanced DBS check in the last 18 months, ID and right-to-work checks and an online interview. Their skills and training are for you to check with them.

Dementia careFees published1 filter, 6 homes · clear
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Stay at home with a live-in carer near Greenwich

A carer moves in, so there is no move, no shared lounge and your own routine. Each carer’s profile shows their rate, experience and reviews, and you choose who to talk to.

100+ live-in carers on PrimeCarers within about an hour of Greenwich
Live-in, a week
typically £1,050
A couple sharing one carer about £1,355
Brook House Care Centre, London

Brook House Care Centre

London, SE28 · 74 beds
CQC: Good
NursingDementiaBondcare
Fee not published
Area typical £1,673 a week
No reviews yet
Or a live-in carer at home through PrimeCarers: typically £1,050 a week
Charlton Park Care Home, London

Charlton Park Care Home

London, SE7 · 66 beds
CQC: Good
NursingDementiaGold Care Homes
Fee not published
Area typical £1,673 a week
No reviews yet
Or a live-in carer at home through PrimeCarers: typically £1,050 a week
Puddingstone Grange, London

Puddingstone Grange

London, SE18 · 62 beds
CQC: Good
NursingDementiaAvante Care & Support
Fee not published
Area typical £1,673 a week
No reviews yet
Or a live-in carer at home through PrimeCarers: typically £1,050 a week
The Oaks, London

The Oaks

London, SE9 · 113 beds
CQC: Good
NursingDementiaThe Oaks (Spring)
Fee not published
Area typical £1,673 a week
No reviews yet
Or a live-in carer at home through PrimeCarers: typically £1,050 a week
Care at home

At least 100 live-in carers within about an hour of Greenwich

These are self-employed carers on PrimeCarers, the introductory agency that runs this directory. Each has a profile with their own rates and reviews from families, and you choose who to talk to.

Most charge £980 to £1,250 a week. 87 can care for a couple. 11 years' experience on average.

“She cared for my mum with Alzheimer's with endless patience and kindness, always arriving with a smile and a positive attitude”
Marie-anne B., about Carla A.
“Usha rapidly became 'one of the family' and is sorely missed.”
Claire T., about Usha V.
See live-in carers near GreenwichProfiles, rates and reviews are free to look at.

Every carer has had an enhanced DBS check in the last 18 months, ID and right-to-work checks and an online interview. Their skills and training are for you to check with them. Carers set their own rates, and who is free changes week to week.

Typical nursing homes fees in Greenwich

Median weekly fee for each type of care, across the 11 homes in the area. The range covers the middle half.

Nursing care
£1,673
Usually £1,526 to £1,834 a week4 homes
Live-in carer at home, PrimeCarers
£1,050
Typical week, set by the carer. A couple sharing one carer about £1,355

Common questions

How much do nursing homes in Greenwich cost?

Nursing homes in Greenwich typically charge £1,673 a week, usually between £1,526 and £1,834. Fees depend on the room and the level of care, so ask each home for a written quote.

How many nursing homes are there in Greenwich?

11 of the 43 CQC-registered care homes in Greenwich are nursing homes. The list is refreshed from the CQC register every month.

What is the difference between a nursing home and a care home in Greenwich?

Both provide a room, meals and personal care. A nursing home also has registered nurses on site day and night, so it suits people with health needs such as complex medication, pressure care or conditions that need monitoring. Residential homes rely on visiting district nurses instead.

Will the council pay for nursing home care in Greenwich?

If your savings and assets are below £23,250 the council will assess what you can afford and may pay part or all of the fee. Separately, the NHS pays a flat weekly amount for the nursing part of the fee to anyone assessed as needing nursing care, whatever their savings. Ask the adult social care team at Greenwich council for a needs assessment.