Care Homes with Nursing

Care Homes with Nursing provide care for those who are in need of a higher level of care, generally medical care. Residents will generally be significantly more infirm than the residents of a care home. The homes are usually bigger than care homes and are often purpose-built.

Advantages
Full-time medical assistance available
Qualified nurses on duty
Safe and secure
Activities organized to stimulate the residents
Meals provided

Disadvantages
Loss of independence
Rooms can sometimes be small
More expensive than care homes
Not suitable for active alert older people