What should I look for in a care home?
This article from Age Uk Is a great read, read onto find out more.
When you find a care home that seems suitable, you can visit it more than once. Find out as much as you can about a care home to help you to make an informed choice.
Before visiting a home, take these key steps:
- Make sure the home provides the level of care you need or could need in the future.
- Check if the home currently has any vacancies. If it doesn’t, find out how long the waiting list is.
- Read the home’s brochure or website before your visit, and call or email the home to speak to the staff or manager.
- Read the most recent inspection report for the home. You can ask the home for it, or look for it on the CQC website.
Read the full article here: - How to choose the right care home | Age UK