The Vicarage Nursing Home
The Vicarage Nursing Home is a nursing home in Shrewsbury, Shropshire (SY3 0EA). It holds a CQC rating of Good.
About The Vicarage Nursing Home
We at The Vicarage Nursing Home offer a warm and welcoming place to call home in the historic market town of Shrewsbury, where compassionate nursing care meets the comfort of familiar surroundings. Nestled within the charm of Shropshire, our home has become a trusted choice for families across the SY postcode area seeking dedicated support for their loved ones. Set within the peaceful character of Shrewsbury, our home enjoys the benefits of its West Midlands location, where the gentle pace of country town life provides a calming backdrop for everyday living. Residents can enjoy the reassurance of being close to local amenities whilst benefiting from a homely environment designed to feel truly like home. The setting lends itself to quiet reflection, gentle activity, and the comfort of familiar routines that make each day feel meaningful. Our specialisms reflect the breadth of care needs we are proud to support. For older people requiring nursing care, our qualified team provides clinical support around the clock, ensuring that health needs are met with skill, dignity, and genuine kindness. For those living with dementia, we understand how important it is to create a calm, structured environment where residents feel safe, understood, and valued as individuals. Every interaction is shaped by an appreciation of each person's life story, preferences, and unique way of experiencing the world. We also welcome younger adults who require nursing support, offering care that respects individuality and encourages independence wherever possible. For families navigating a period of transition, recovery, or simply needing a short break from caring at home, our respite care offers a trusted place where loved ones can be looked after with the same warmth and attention as our permanent residents. Respite stays often provide reassurance for family carers, giving them the chance to rest whilst knowing their relative is in caring hands. In practice, this means residents and their families can expect care that is thoughtful, person centred, and tailored to individual needs. Whether someone requires complex nursing intervention, gentle companionship during a period of memory loss, or focused support during a short stay, our approach remains consistent: to treat every resident as we would our own family. We know how difficult it can be to entrust the care of a loved one to others, and we take that responsibility seriously every single day. Our commitment to quality is reflected in our CQC Overall Rating of Good, with Good ratings achieved across all five key domains: Safe, Effective, Caring, Responsive, and Well led. For families, this independent assessment offers meaningful reassurance that the care provided here meets recognised national standards. It confirms that our team delivers care safely, that our approach is effective in meeting residents' needs, that kindness sits at the heart of what we do, that we respond thoughtfully to individual preferences, and that our leadership fosters a positive culture throughout the home. Choosing a nursing home is one of the most important decisions a family can make, and we understand the mixture of emotions that comes with it. If you are exploring options for a relative in Shrewsbury or the wider Shropshire area, we would be delighted to hear from you. Please get in touch to arrange a visit, ask any questions, or simply talk through what you are looking for. Our door is always open, and we look forward to welcoming you and your loved one into our community.
Care provided at The Vicarage Nursing Home
- Older person care
- Dementia care
- Younger adults care
- Respite care
- Last CQC inspection: 28 March 2018
Read the full inspection report on the CQC website.
Common questions about The Vicarage Nursing Home
Where is The Vicarage Nursing Home located?
The Vicarage Nursing Home is a nursing home in Shrewsbury, Shropshire, SY3 0EA. You can view its exact location and get directions from the map on this page.
What type of care does The Vicarage Nursing Home provide?
The Vicarage Nursing Home is registered to provide nursing and personal care, with support that includes Older person care, Dementia care, Younger adults care, Respite care. The full list of services is shown on this page.
What is The Vicarage Nursing Home's CQC rating?
The Vicarage Nursing Home is registered with and inspected by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). Its most recent overall rating is Good following its last inspection on 28 March 2018. You can read the full CQC report from the link on this page.
Does The Vicarage Nursing Home provide dementia care?
Yes. The Vicarage Nursing Home supports people living with dementia. We recommend contacting the home directly to discuss your individual situation.
Does The Vicarage Nursing Home offer respite or short-term care?
Yes. The Vicarage Nursing Home offers respite and short-term care. Availability changes regularly, so it is best to enquire directly.
Questions families ask about The Vicarage Nursing Home
Can Mum or Dad stay here if their dementia gets worse?
Yes. The Vicarage 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. The Vicarage 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. The Vicarage 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. The Vicarage 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 West Midlands
The Vicarage Nursing Home has not published its fees yet. These are typical weekly fees for the West Midlands, so you know roughly what to expect before you call.
- Residential care: £850 to £1,150 per week per person, typical range
- Dementia care: £950 to £1,250 per week per person, typical range
- Nursing care: £1,100 to £1,400 per week per person, typical range
Indicative figures for the West Midlands, not a quote from The Vicarage Nursing Home. Actual fees depend on the room, the level of care and how it is funded.
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