Forest Hill
Forest Hill is a nursing home in Worksop, Nottinghamshire (S81 0NZ). It holds a CQC rating of Requires Improvement.
About Forest Hill
We at Forest Hill offer nursing home care in the welcoming town of Worksop, Nottinghamshire, providing a supportive environment where residents receive skilled clinical attention alongside genuine warmth. Our home brings together nursing care, dementia support, and specialist provision under one roof, all within easy reach for families across the East Midlands. Set within Worksop, our home benefits from its position in a well connected part of Nottinghamshire, allowing loved ones to visit with ease whilst residents enjoy the familiarity of a community they know. The surroundings offer a calm and comfortable backdrop to daily life, giving those who live with us a true sense of place and belonging. Our care team supports a broad range of needs, from older person care and nursing care through to dementia care, mental health support, and provision for younger adults. We also offer respite care, providing peace of mind for family carers who need short term support whilst knowing their loved one is in capable hands. In practice, this breadth of expertise means we can respond thoughtfully to complex and changing needs, tailoring daily routines, clinical input, and emotional support to each individual. Families can feel reassured that whether their relative requires ongoing nursing intervention, gentle memory support, or a period of recuperative care, our approach centres on dignity, respect, and personalised attention. Following our most recent CQC inspection in May 2022, Forest Hill received an overall rating of Requires Improvement, with a Good rating for Effective care and Requires Improvement across the Safe, Caring, Responsive, and Well led domains. We share this openly because transparency matters to the families we serve. A Requires Improvement rating signals that inspectors have identified areas where progress is needed, and we take that feedback seriously as part of our ongoing commitment to raising standards. The Good rating for effectiveness reflects the clinical skill and thoughtful care planning that underpins daily life here, and we continue to build on that foundation across every aspect of our work. Choosing a care home is one of the most important decisions a family can make, and we understand the weight that comes with it. If you are exploring options for a loved one in Worksop or the wider Nottinghamshire area, we warmly invite you to get in touch with Forest Hill to learn more about how we can support your family. We are here to answer your questions, listen to your concerns, and help you feel confident in the path ahead.
Care provided at Forest Hill
- Older person care
- Dementia care
- Mental health care
- Younger adults care
- Respite care
- Last CQC inspection: 12 May 2022
Read the full inspection report on the CQC website.
Common questions about Forest Hill
Where is Forest Hill located?
Forest Hill is a nursing home in Worksop, Nottinghamshire, S81 0NZ. You can view its exact location and get directions from the map on this page.
What type of care does Forest Hill provide?
Forest Hill is registered to provide nursing and personal care, with support that includes Older person care, Dementia care, Mental health care, Younger adults care, Respite care. The full list of services is shown on this page.
What is Forest Hill's CQC rating?
Forest Hill is registered with and inspected by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). Its most recent overall rating is Requires Improvement following its last inspection on 12 May 2022. You can read the full CQC report from the link on this page.
Does Forest Hill provide dementia care?
Yes. Forest Hill supports people living with dementia. We recommend contacting the home directly to discuss your individual situation.
Does Forest Hill offer respite or short-term care?
Yes. Forest Hill offers respite and short-term care. Availability changes regularly, so it is best to enquire directly.
Questions families ask about Forest Hill
Can Mum or Dad stay here if their dementia gets worse?
Yes. Forest Hill 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. Forest Hill is registered to provide nursing care, so registered nurses are part of the team.
Can they try a short stay before deciding?
Yes. Yes. Forest Hill 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. Forest Hill 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
Forest Hill 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 Forest Hill. Actual fees depend on the room, the level of care and how it is funded.
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