Branthwaite Care Home
Branthwaite Care Home is a nursing home in Retford, Nottinghamshire (DN22 6TN). It holds a CQC rating of Outstanding.
About Branthwaite Care Home
We at Branthwaite Care Home are proud to offer compassionate nursing care in the welcoming market town of Retford, Nottinghamshire. Our home provides a nurturing environment where residents receive expert clinical support alongside the warmth and dignity that every person deserves in later life. Nestled within the DN postcode area of Retford, our setting places us within easy reach of families across Nottinghamshire and the wider East Midlands region. The location allows loved ones to visit comfortably whilst residents enjoy the peaceful surroundings of this historic town, which has long been valued for its friendly community feel and gentle pace of life. Our nursing home is thoughtfully designed to support a broad range of care needs. We specialise in older person care and nursing care, with dedicated expertise in supporting individuals living with dementia. Our team also cares for adults with mental health needs, physical disabilities, and visual or hearing impairments, ensuring that each resident receives tailored, person centred support. We welcome younger adults who require specialist nursing care, and we offer respite care for those needing shorter stays, giving family carers valuable time to rest whilst knowing their loved one is in capable hands. In practice, this breadth of specialism means that residents benefit from care plans built around their individual histories, preferences, and clinical requirements. Families can feel reassured that as needs change over time, our team is equipped to adapt, providing continuity and stability rather than the upheaval of moving between homes. For those living with dementia, we focus on creating familiar routines, meaningful activities, and calm surroundings that promote wellbeing. For residents with sensory impairments or physical disabilities, we work sensitively to maintain independence and dignity in everyday life. We are deeply proud to hold an Outstanding overall rating from the Care Quality Commission, awarded following our latest inspection. Within this, we achieved Outstanding ratings across Effective, Caring, Responsive, and Well led domains, alongside a Good rating for Safe. This recognition reflects the dedication of our team and the culture of excellence we work hard to maintain every day. For families, an Outstanding rating offers meaningful reassurance that the care provided here has been independently assessed as being of the very highest standard. Choosing a nursing home for someone you love is one of the most important decisions a family can make, and we understand the care and consideration this takes. If you are exploring options in Retford or the surrounding Nottinghamshire area, we warmly invite you to get in touch, ask questions, and discover whether Branthwaite Care Home might be the right place to call home. We are here to listen, to guide you gently through the process, and to offer the reassurance you need at what can be a difficult time.
Care provided at Branthwaite Care Home
- Older person care
- Dementia care
- Mental health care
- Physical disability support
- Sensory impairment support
- Younger adults care
- Respite care
- Last CQC inspection: 6 August 2019
Read the full inspection report on the CQC website.
Common questions about Branthwaite Care Home
Where is Branthwaite Care Home located?
Branthwaite Care Home is a nursing home in Retford, Nottinghamshire, DN22 6TN. You can view its exact location and get directions from the map on this page.
What type of care does Branthwaite Care Home provide?
Branthwaite Care Home is registered to provide nursing and personal care, with support that includes Older person care, Dementia care, Mental health care, Physical disability support, Sensory impairment support, Younger adults care. The full list of services is shown on this page.
What is Branthwaite Care Home's CQC rating?
Branthwaite Care Home is registered with and inspected by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). Its most recent overall rating is Outstanding following its last inspection on 6 August 2019. You can read the full CQC report from the link on this page.
Does Branthwaite Care Home provide dementia care?
Yes. Branthwaite Care Home supports people living with dementia. We recommend contacting the home directly to discuss your individual situation.
Does Branthwaite Care Home offer respite or short-term care?
Yes. Branthwaite Care Home offers respite and short-term care. Availability changes regularly, so it is best to enquire directly.
Questions families ask about Branthwaite Care Home
Can Mum or Dad stay here if their dementia gets worse?
Yes. Branthwaite Care 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. Branthwaite Care 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. Branthwaite Care 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. Branthwaite Care 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 East Midlands
Branthwaite Care Home has not published its fees yet. These are typical weekly fees for the East Midlands, so you know roughly what to expect before you call.
- Residential care: £850 to £1,100 per week per person, typical range
- Dementia care: £950 to £1,200 per week per person, typical range
- Nursing care: £1,050 to £1,350 per week per person, typical range
Indicative figures for the East Midlands, not a quote from Branthwaite Care Home. Actual fees depend on the room, the level of care and how it is funded.
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