The Gouldings

The Gouldings is a residential care home in Freshwater, in the Isle of Wight council area, registered with the Care Quality Commission for up to 24 residents. It provides care for people living with dementia, older people, younger adults and people with a physical disability. It is run by Isle of Wight Council, which operates 4 care homes in England. The home has been registered since November 2010.

At its latest inspection, published September 2021, the CQC rated The Gouldings Good, which means the CQC found the service performing well and meeting its expectations. Ratings can change after a new inspection, so check the CQC report before you visit.

The Gouldings has not published its fees and we are still collecting figures for Isle of Wight. Across England residential care usually costs £900 to £1,400 a week and nursing care £1,200 to £1,900. Ask the home for a written quote that lists what is included.

There are 61 registered care homes in Isle of Wight. The nearest to The Gouldings include Kinloch Tay Residential Care Home, Westview House and Inglefield Nursing & Residential Home. A live-in carer at home, an alternative many families compare, costs from about £1,120 a week.