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Nursing homes in Greenwich

11 of the 43 care homes in Greenwich are registered with the CQC as nursing homes, of which 10 Good. A nursing home is a care home registered with the CQC to have registered nurses on site around the clock, for people whose health needs go beyond personal care.

Nursing homes in Greenwich typically cost £1,673 a week, about £86,970 a year, based on 4 homes with a fee on record; the middle half charge £1,526 to £1,834. That is about 8% more than the typical residential fee in Greenwich of £1,549. The NHS pays a weekly contribution towards the nursing part of the fee, direct to the home, if you are assessed as needing nursing care.

A live-in carer at home, which many families weigh against nursing home care, costs from about £1,120 a week and can look after a couple.

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Typical nursing homes fees in Greenwich

Based on 11 homes in the area. Middle figure is the median; the range is the middle half of homes.

Nursing care
£1,673 a week
Usually £1,526 to £1,834 · 4 homes with fees

Common questions

How much do nursing homes in Greenwich cost?

Nursing homes in Greenwich typically charge £1,673 a week, usually between £1,526 and £1,834. Fees depend on the room and the level of care, so ask each home for a written quote.

How many nursing homes are there in Greenwich?

11 of the 43 CQC-registered care homes in Greenwich are nursing homes. The list is refreshed from the CQC register every month.

What is the difference between a nursing home and a care home in Greenwich?

Both provide a room, meals and personal care. A nursing home also has registered nurses on site day and night, so it suits people with health needs such as complex medication, pressure care or conditions that need monitoring. Residential homes rely on visiting district nurses instead.

Will the council pay for nursing home care in Greenwich?

If your savings and assets are below £23,250 the council will assess what you can afford and may pay part or all of the fee. Separately, the NHS pays a flat weekly amount for the nursing part of the fee to anyone assessed as needing nursing care, whatever their savings. Ask the adult social care team at Greenwich council for a needs assessment.