Care Homes in Nottingham

Location is key

Consider what area your loved one would like to live in and also how accessible this will be for friends and family to visit. Most care homes in Nottingham have car parks and are close to public transport links, however, we recommend calling some of the homes on your shortlist and learning about the travel options available. With so many care homes to choose from in Nottingham, there are many located centrally in Carrington or near Forest Recreation Ground. However, if your loved one would like a little more green space, for only a short 10-minute drive you can find homes like Hall Park Care Home, which offer the best of both worlds.

Feeling at home

Moving into a care home can be daunting. The process of leaving behind your home and entering new surroundings is unsettling for some. Below are a few things to consider that will make this change as smooth as possible for your loved one:

Gardens and outdoor spaces

Speak to your loved one and find out how important outdoor space is to them, and what about it makes it that way. For example, are they looking for a quiet space to sit in with visitors? Then perhaps a home with a nice patio space like Charnwood, near Carlton railway station would suit. Or, do they enjoy pottering in the garden? Then perhaps a home like Fairway View in Bulwell, with lovely landscaped sensory gardens would suit better, even if slightly further out of the city centre?

Pets welcome

Does your loved one have a pet they are worried about leaving when moving into a care home? With almost 100 pet-friendly care homes in Nottingham, we recommend asking about their pet policies as many allow pets to move in with their owner and others, like Annesley Lodge Care Home, allow pets to visit frequently.

Activities and days out

To help residents feel at home and continue their hobbies, most care homes in Nottingham offer a wide range of activities and facilities. Many, like Acorn House in Carrington, encourage residents to share what they love to do or want to try; from flower arranging, to yoga, movie nights and music sessions, so it can help them feel more at home. If you can not see anything your loved one likes on the website, ask the home directly and they may be willing to organise something.