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Nursing homes in Telford

11 of the 33 care homes in Telford are registered with the CQC as nursing homes, of which 8 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 Telford typically cost £1,462 a week, about £76,024 a year, based on 3 homes with a fee on record; the middle half charge £1,431 to £1,524. That is about 9% more than the typical residential fee in Telford and Wrekin of £1,338. 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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Typical nursing homes fees in Telford

Based on 11 homes in the area. Middle figure is the median; the range is the middle half of homes.

Nursing care
£1,462 a week
Usually £1,431 to £1,524 · 3 homes with fees

Common questions

How much do nursing homes in Telford cost?

Nursing homes in Telford typically charge £1,462 a week, usually between £1,431 and £1,524. 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 Telford?

11 of the 33 CQC-registered care homes in Telford 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 Telford?

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 Telford?

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 Telford and Wrekin council for a needs assessment.