Question 1

How many care homes are there in Hounslow?

Accepted Answer

Hounslow has 20 CQC registered care homes: 3 Outstanding, 15 Good, 1 Requires improvement, 1 not yet rated. Counts come from the CQC register and are kept up to date as ratings change.

Question 2

How much does a care home cost in Hounslow?

Accepted Answer

London Borough of Hounslow pays an average of £1,560 a week for residential care. Self-funders are typically asked £1,688 to £1,953 a week. London figure, because too few Hounslow homes publish this price. 21 homes. Median £1,783. Published prices are often starting prices, and come from homes that publish fees, so treat them as a guide. Ask the home for its own price.

Question 3

Which care homes in Hounslow were inspected most recently?

Accepted Answer

No 36 (24 September 2026), 49 Bath Road (6 July 2026) and Elysium Care Partnerships Limited - 13 Alexandra Gardens (12 December 2025) have the most recent CQC reports.

Question 4

Which providers in Hounslow offer residential care?

Accepted Answer

Care Assura currently lists 20 residential care homes in the Hounslow area, ranging from small services such as 48 The Grove, 46 The Grove, and 89 Hampton Road East to larger settings including Great West Lodge and Grosvenor House. Others on the directory include St Raphael's, Dimensions The Mulberries, Clifton Gardens Resource Centre, and Star Road Respite Service. Each listing shows the current CQC rating where one has been published, so you can compare inspection outcomes alongside location and specialism. It is sensible to shortlist a few and contact them directly to check availability.

Question 5

What is the difference between a residential care home and a nursing home?

Accepted Answer

A residential care home provides personal care, such as help with washing, dressing, meals, medication prompts, and daily activities, but does not have qualified nurses on duty around the clock. A nursing home offers all of that plus continuous nursing care from registered nurses, which is important where someone has complex medical needs or an unstable condition. The homes listed on this Hounslow page are residential care homes rather than nursing homes. If nursing input is needed, the care needs assessment will usually make that clear.

Question 6

What should I ask when visiting a residential care home in Hounslow?

Accepted Answer

Ask how care plans are written and reviewed, what the staff-to-resident ratio looks like across day and night shifts, and how the home handles changes in a resident's needs over time. It is worth asking about training, staff turnover, and how the home communicates with families. Look at recent activities, sample menus, and how rooms can be personalised. Finally, ask to see the most recent CQC report and how the home has responded to any recommendations.

Question 7

How do I arrange a care needs assessment in Hounslow?

Accepted Answer

You can request a care needs assessment by contacting London Borough of Hounslow, which has a statutory duty to carry one out for any adult who appears to need care and support. The assessment is free and can be requested by the person themselves, a family member, or another representative. A social worker or assessor will discuss daily needs, health, and personal circumstances, usually at home or by phone. The outcome is a written summary that guides what type of support, including residential care, would be appropriate.

Question 8

Can London Borough of Hounslow fund a residential care home placement?

Accepted Answer

Yes, the council can fund some or all of a residential placement where the care needs assessment identifies eligible needs and the financial assessment shows the person cannot meet the full cost themselves. Current rules take into account income, savings, and, in most cases, the value of property, with national thresholds applied. If the council contributes, there may be a maximum weekly rate it will pay, and families sometimes make a top-up payment for a home priced above that. The council can explain the figures in your specific case.

Question 9

How far in advance should I start looking for a care home in Hounslow?

Accepted Answer

Where possible, it helps to start looking several weeks or even months before a move is likely, as popular homes may have waiting lists and good decisions rarely feel rushed. That said, care needs can change suddenly, particularly after a hospital stay, and homes are used to arranging admissions at short notice. Beginning early gives time to visit more than one home, review CQC reports, and complete both the care needs assessment and any financial assessment. Even a rough shortlist made in advance can reduce pressure later.

Type of care	What the council pays	What self-funders are typically asked
Residential care London figure, because too few Hounslow homes publish this price. 21 homes. Median £1,783.	£1,560	£1,688 to £1,953
Nursing care London figure, because too few Hounslow homes publish this price. 12 homes. Median £2,228.	£1,324	£2,060 to £2,276
Residential dementia care London figure, because too few Hounslow homes publish this price. 18 homes. Median £1,979.	Not published separately	£1,889 to £2,049
Nursing dementia care London figure, because too few Hounslow homes publish this price. 10 homes. Median £2,283.	Not published separately	£2,114 to £2,340

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