Charnwood House Nursing Home
Charnwood House Nursing Home is a nursing home in Gloucester, Gloucestershire (GL2 0SD). It holds a CQC rating of Requires Improvement.
About Charnwood House Nursing Home
We at Charnwood House Nursing Home are proud to offer dedicated nursing care within the welcoming community of Gloucester, providing a supportive home for older people, adults living with dementia, and those requiring specialist support with mental health or physical disabilities. Nestled within the historic city of Gloucester and drawing on the wider warmth of Gloucestershire in the South West, our setting has been thoughtfully arranged to feel like a genuine home rather than an institution. The familiar comforts of the GL postcode area surround us, meaning families can visit easily and residents remain connected to the community they know and love. Our environment has been shaped with calmness, dignity, and accessibility in mind, offering spaces where residents can relax, socialise, or enjoy quiet reflection as their mood invites. Our team delivers round the clock nursing care, which means qualified nurses are on hand to manage complex health needs, medication, and clinical support whenever it is needed. For families who have watched a loved one struggle with a long term condition, this level of professional oversight often brings profound peace of mind. We also provide specialist dementia care, taking time to understand each person's history, preferences, and the small routines that bring familiarity and reassurance. Supporting people with mental health needs and physical disabilities is equally central to what we do, and we welcome younger adults whose care requirements are best met in a nursing setting. We understand that not every family is looking for a permanent move straight away, which is why we also offer respite care. Whether a primary carer needs a well earned rest, someone is recovering from a hospital stay, or a family simply wishes to try our home before making longer term decisions, our respite stays are designed to be warm, flexible, and reassuring. In practice, this breadth of specialism means residents receive care that is tailored rather than generic. A person living with dementia will find staff who communicate patiently and meaningfully. Someone with a physical disability will find an environment designed to support independence wherever possible. Families will find open communication, honest updates, and a team that treats every resident as an individual with a story worth honouring. Our most recent CQC inspection, carried out in August 2023, awarded us an overall rating of Requires Improvement. We believe in being transparent about this. The inspectors recognised that we are Good in three important areas: Effective, Caring, and Responsive. This reflects the compassion of our team, the quality of the day to day support residents receive, and our commitment to responding to changing needs. The domains rated as Requires Improvement, Safe and Well led, are areas we are actively addressing with focus and determination, because we believe families deserve a home that continues to grow and improve. We welcome open conversations about the steps we are taking. Choosing a nursing home is one of the most significant decisions a family ever makes, and we do not take lightly the trust placed in us. If you are exploring care options in Gloucester for someone you love, we warmly invite you to get in touch, ask questions, and arrange a visit so you can experience the atmosphere of Charnwood House Nursing Home for yourself.
Care provided at Charnwood House Nursing Home
- Older person care
- Dementia care
- Mental health care
- Physical disability support
- Younger adults care
- Respite care
- Last CQC inspection: 25 August 2023
Read the full inspection report on the CQC website.
Common questions about Charnwood House Nursing Home
Where is Charnwood House Nursing Home located?
Charnwood House Nursing Home is a nursing home in Gloucester, Gloucestershire, GL2 0SD. You can view its exact location and get directions from the map on this page.
What type of care does Charnwood House Nursing Home provide?
Charnwood House Nursing Home is registered to provide nursing and personal care, with support that includes Older person care, Dementia care, Mental health care, Physical disability support, Younger adults care, Respite care. The full list of services is shown on this page.
What is Charnwood House Nursing Home's CQC rating?
Charnwood House Nursing Home is registered with and inspected by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). Its most recent overall rating is Requires Improvement following its last inspection on 25 August 2023. You can read the full CQC report from the link on this page.
Does Charnwood House Nursing Home provide dementia care?
Yes. Charnwood House Nursing Home supports people living with dementia. We recommend contacting the home directly to discuss your individual situation.
Does Charnwood House Nursing Home offer respite or short-term care?
Yes. Charnwood House Nursing Home offers respite and short-term care. Availability changes regularly, so it is best to enquire directly.
Questions families ask about Charnwood House Nursing Home
Can Mum or Dad stay here if their dementia gets worse?
Yes. Charnwood House Nursing Home is registered for dementia care, so someone whose needs increase can usually stay rather than move.
Is there a nurse on site if health needs change?
Yes. Yes. Charnwood House Nursing Home is registered to provide nursing care, so registered nurses are part of the team.
Can they try a short stay before deciding?
Yes. Yes. Charnwood House Nursing Home offers respite and short stays, which is a good way to see whether the home is the right fit.
Will they support end of life care, so there is no move at the hardest time?
Ask the home. End of life care is not listed on the register. Ask the manager whether residents can remain in the home with hospice or district nurse support.
Can she bring her cat or dog?
Ask the home. The home has not told us its pet policy yet. Ask directly; some homes allow small pets in residents' rooms or welcome visiting dogs.
Can a couple stay together?
Ask the home. We do not know whether the home has rooms for couples. Ask about shared or adjoining rooms if this matters.
Will the council help pay, or is it self funded only?
Ask the home. The home has not told us which funding it accepts. Most homes take both council funded and self funded residents; ask about council rates and any top up.
Do they take younger adults as well as older people?
Yes. Yes. Charnwood House Nursing Home supports younger adults as well as older people.
Can I visit before deciding, and are there visiting hours?
Ask the home. Every home should welcome a visit. Call to arrange one, ideally at a mealtime or during an activity, and ask about visiting hours for family.
Typical weekly fees in the South West
Charnwood House Nursing Home has not published its fees yet. These are typical weekly fees for the South West, so you know roughly what to expect before you call.
- Residential care: £1,000 to £1,300 per week per person, typical range
- Dementia care: £1,100 to £1,400 per week per person, typical range
- Nursing care: £1,250 to £1,600 per week per person, typical range
Indicative figures for the South West, not a quote from Charnwood House Nursing Home. Actual fees depend on the room, the level of care and how it is funded.
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