What is a residential care home?
A residential care home is a supportive care environment where individuals, typically aged 65 and over can live comfortably while receiving personalised care and assistance from trained care professionals. These homes are designed for people who may find it challenging to manage daily tasks on their own, but don’t require intensive medical care from qualified nurses.
Residential care homes are ideal for those who may be living alone, feeling isolated, or struggling with daily tasks like cooking, cleaning, or managing medications. In addition to offering a peace of mind for the residents, they provide comfort to families knowing that their loved one is receiving compassionate support from skilled and dedicated healthcare professionals.
What can I expect from a residential care home?
Residential care homes provide a safe, welcoming living environment where residents receive around-the-clock support from compassionate and dedicated care professionals.
Here’s what you can expect to receive in a residential setting:
- Personal care – Kind and respectful carers are trained to provide sensitive personal care, including washing, dressing, and personal hygiene, always aiming to protect each resident’s dignity and independence.
- Medication support – Staff carefully manage and monitor each resident’s medication, making sure it’s taken safely, regularly, and in line with personal health needs.
- Mobility assistance – Whether it’s a helping hand with walking or using mobility aids, carers at the home are available 24/7 to support residents in moving around freely and safely.
- Social activities – Life in a care home is full of opportunities to connect and enjoy the company of other residents. From friendly conversations and group games to special events and outings that are engaging and fun.
- Food and nutrition management – Residents enjoy delicious, nutritious meals prepared with care to support good health, meet dietary needs, and make mealtimes feel like home.
In addition to the above benefits of a residential care home, each person living there receives personalised support thoughtfully tailored to their unique needs, helping them feel confident, comfortable, and truly cared for every step of the way.
How we find you the right residential care home
At CHS Healthcare, we are experts at matching outstanding residential care homes from our trusted network to our clients and their bespoke care needs and circumstances.
Our friendly, knowledgeable specialists offer personalised guidance and advice to help you make confident choices and find a care home that truly suits your needs and wishes.
By getting to know your individual circumstances, we carefully match you with the right residential care home – one that feels just right for you or your loved one.
From your very first enquiry to the day your care begins, you can count on our compassionate support and expert advice every step of the way, making the process as smooth and reassuring as possible.
Start with a conversation
To begin your journey to choosing your ideal residential care home, complete our enquiry form or call our friendly team on 0808 175 3609 – we’re here to listen and help you choose the best care placement.
Tell us what matters most
We’ll spend time listening to your needs, care home preferences and any worries you may have to ensure we find you the perfect care home.
Meet your dedicated advisor
You’ll be introduced to your own dedicated care liaison advisor who will be by your side every step of your journey to choosing your perfect residential care home placement.
Receive a personalised shortlist
We will create a personalised shortlist of care homes that best suit your individual needs, preferences and circumstances.
Explore your options together
We’ll discuss each care home with you, answering any questions you may have and arrange visits and care home assessments.
We help put everything in place
When you have chosen your perfect residential care home placement, we’ll manage the arrangements to make sure everything runs smoothly.
Unsure if a residential care home is right for you?
Finding the right care home can feel like a big decision, but you don’t have to face it alone. Our care liaison advisors are here to lend a helping hand and guide you through every step with understanding, expert advice, and local insight.
Whether you’re exploring care options for yourself or a loved one, our supportive team is always available to offer their expertise and match you with a care placement that fits your unique needs and preferences.
We’re always by your side throughout the entire journey, making sure you feel confident, informed, and supported from the very first conversation to the moment you begin receiving care.
For support with finding a care home placement, please get in touch with our team by completing the form below, or by calling 0808 175 3609
What other care home options are available?
We’re here to help you explore all the care home options available because finding the right fit matters. Alongside residential care homes, we also match individuals and families with trusted nursing homes and dementia care homes, each carefully selected to meet unique needs and preferences.
Take a look below to learn more about each type of care home and discover which option could be the perfect match for you or your loved one.
Nursing care homes
A nursing care home is a welcoming place where residents receive round-the-clock care from qualified nurses in a comfortable, homely setting. It’s specially designed for people who have specific health conditions or care needs that require regular medical attention, but without the need for a hospital stay. Whether it’s help managing a long-term illness, recovering from surgery, or simply needing extra support with daily life, nursing homes offer expert care and peace of mind. With nurses on-site 24/7, residents benefit from personalised medical supervision alongside compassionate support and companionship.
Find a nursing care homeDementia care homes
A dementia care home is a specially designed care setting that focuses on supporting people living with dementia in a safe, comforting environment. While many care homes offer some level of dementia support, these homes go further and provide expert, personalised care that adapts to each stage of the condition. Dementia care homes are thoughtfully tailored to meet the unique needs of each resident. With trained staff on site who truly understand the challenges of dementia, these homes offer peace of mind for families and a nurturing space where individuals can feel calm, supported, and valued.
Find a dementia care homeWhy choose CHS Healthcare to help you find a residential care home?
At CHS Healthcare, we empower people to make informed decisions when choosing their perfect care home. We give families and individuals confidence in their care choice, offering expertise, localised knowledge and compassionate support throughout their journey.
Growing network of trusted and accredited care homes across the UK
Established expertise and 30+ years of experience and specialist knowledge
Continued support from our team following your care home placement
Commissioned by the NHS and trusted by healthcare professionals
Specialist expert guidance and compassionate support throughout your journey
Tailored guidance and support to help you find a suitable care home
Read about our clients’ experiences using our service
We’ve helped over 45,000 families and individuals like you find their perfect care arrangement that matches their bespoke needs and circumstances. Read about their experiences below to see how we’ve guided others on their care journey.
Testimonials
Andre, Zara and Malcolm
"I was blown away by how kind, helpful and supportive the team was. The shortlist of homes was well thought out based on our needs, which made the final selection easier. Once we had decided on the care home, the hospital discharge and care home admission process was handled for me and was seamless. Thank you."
Aliyah and Monica
"CHS was instrumental in allowing me to quickly find a care home for my mother to be discharged to. Thank you for your help."
Mark and David
"The CHS advisor assigned to us was extremely kind, personable, efficient and understanding. Correspondence was prompt and I felt that she really cared about helping us find the right home for my father."
Advice and support about residential care homes
If you’re looking for advice and guidance about residential care homes, we have a range of articles, tips and information to help you during your care journey.
FAQs about residential care homes
For more information about residential care homes, please refer to our FAQs below.
1. What are the benefits of a residential care home?
Residential care homes provide many benefits for the individual living in the care home and their loved ones, such as:
- 24/7 support and care from healthcare professionals
- Guaranteed safety day and night
- General companionship and friendship from staff and other residents
- Structured routines, including meals and activities
- Regular visits from family and friends
- Peace of mind for loved ones knowing the individual is receiving 24/7 care
- Specialist care if the individual requires it
- Social activities and events for residents
2. What is the difference between a residential care home and a nursing home?
Residential care homes and nursing homes both provide care and support to their residents 24 hours a day.
The key element that differentiates the two is the type of care provided.
A nursing home delivers nurse-led specialist care with registered nurses on site, meaning individuals with complex care needs or those who require ongoing medical supervision can receive the right care whilst living in a nursing home.
Whereas a residential care home is better suited for people who need assistance with daily living, including personal care, mobility assistance and nutrition management.
3. How much does a residential care home cost?
The cost of a residential care home can vary. However, there are several key points that can contribute to the cost:
- The type of care and support provided to the resident
- The location of the care home
- Whether the care is delivered by a nurse or carer
- Elements and features of the care home, including the resident’s bedroom, activities at the care home and more
At CHS, we understand the importance of cost and how it can be an important factor in choosing the appropriate care home. Our care home selection service ensures we find residential care homes best matched to your needs, including cost, location, type of care home, and much more.
4. Are CHS’s recommended residential care homes registered by the Care Quality Commission (CQC)?
All of the care homes we match to individuals and families across the UK are selected from our network of rigorously vetted and CQC-registered care homes, meaning they meet our clients’ expectations and are regularly audited.
With a growing number of care homes and home care agencies in our network, we help people explore and find high-quality care options that meet their needs every day.
5. How can I find a residential care home?
Our care home selection service helps people find their ideal residential care home that best matches their circumstances and requirements.
Our service offers expert guidance and advice at no cost, providing personalised, hands-on support to ensure you find the best care from our extensive network of accredited UK care homes.
If you need an urgent care placement or you’re planning ahead for the future, our teams are on hand to support you in making an informed choice when it matters most.
If you’re looking to arrange a residential care home for yourself or a loved one and need support, don’t hesitate to get in touch with our team by visiting our contact page, or by completing the short form above.
