Bristol, UK - Nursing Care FAQ from Bristol Care Homes

Moving your loved one into a care or nursing home, or finding good nursing care is never easy, and we understand that you may have a lot of questions that you want to be answered before making any decisions. In Bristol, finding the best care for your loved one has never been easier, we have four homes throughout Bristol offering nursing care that can be tailored to your loved one’s social, physical and mental needs and requirements.

Please find below other most frequently asked questions regarding nursing care. If you have any more questions or would like further information, please do not hesitate to contact a member of our team or one of our Care Home Managers.

Should I be looking at ‘nursing homes’ or ‘residential homes’?

It can be confusing which type of home you would need for yourself or a loved one. Both offer a ‘residential’ setting and the term, ‘care home’ can be applied to both types of settings.

In summary, a residential home offers 24-hour support with day to day living as well as meals and companionship compared to a nursing home which offers all of this, as well as 24 hour registered nurses who can care for residents with more complex medical needs. Often people choose to move straight into a nursing home so there is no requirement for them to move again if their health declines as this can be really unsettling and stressful for them.

Bristol Care Homes offers residential, nursing and dementia care across their four homes and we will support you with any decisions you need to make to choose the right one for yourself or your family member.

What happens if my loved one’s requirements change?

Each individual’s needs are very different when it comes to medical, physical, emotional and even social needs and in every registered home in the UK, each resident has to have their own care plan which is tailored around their specific needs. Care plans should be reviewed regularly and adapted quickly as their needs change.

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Bristol Care Homes offer residential, nursing and dementia care which enables us to change the care we provide quickly if yours or your loved ones needs change.

What do nursing care fees cover?

A nursing home’s fees will vary depending on the level of care a resident needs. The core fees cover the accommodation, snacks and meals, help with dressing, washing and the 24-hour carer support if it is ever needed. Additional costs will cover the nursing element of the care needed so is very much dependent on the level of medical care that is needed by the individual as to how much it will cost.

There is financial support available for Residential Care and Nursing Home Placements from your local council and you can find out everything you need to know about this in our, ‘How to Pay for Residential Care and Nursing Home Placements’.

If you are looking for or thinking about Residential, Nursing Care or Assisted Living for yourself or your loved one please contact us today and find out about the outstanding care we offer at every one of our homes in Bristol. We will help you through the journey whilst you make your decision and spend time to ensure your loved one settles with us and is happy in their new home.

Find out everything you need to know here: www.bristolcarehomes.co.uk/nursing-care-faq/