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Nursing homes in Wirral

41 of the 111 care homes in Wirral are registered with the CQC as nursing homes, of which 25 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 Wirral typically cost £1,100 a week, about £57,200 a year, based on 5 homes with a fee on record; the middle half charge £890 to £1,180. That is about 24% more than the typical residential fee in Wirral of £890. 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, costs from about £1,120 a week and can look after a couple.

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Prenton, CH43 · 43 beds
CQC: Requires improvement
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Typical nursing homes fees in Wirral

Based on 41 homes in the area. Middle figure is the median; the range is the middle half of homes.

Nursing care
£1,100 a week
Usually £890 to £1,180 · 5 homes with fees

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Common questions

How much do nursing homes in Wirral cost?

Nursing homes in Wirral typically charge £1,100 a week, usually between £890 and £1,180. 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 Wirral?

41 of the 111 CQC-registered care homes in Wirral 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 Wirral?

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 Wirral?

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 Wirral council for a needs assessment.