Nursing homes in Birmingham
76 of the 277 care homes in Birmingham are registered with the CQC as nursing homes, of which 1 is rated Outstanding and 53 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 Birmingham typically cost £1,332 a week, about £69,264 a year, based on 3 homes with a fee on record; the middle half charge £1,119 to £1,358. That is about 10% more than the typical residential fee in Birmingham of £1,212. 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.
Boldmere Court Care Home
Cedar Lodge Nursing Home
Church Rose Nursing Home
Clare Court Care Home
Hafod Nursing Home
Harborne Lane Nursing Home
Highbury Nursing Home
Meadow Rose Nursing Home
Oakview Care Home
Sutton Rose Care Home
Bromford Lane Care Centre
Fountain Nursing and Care Home Limited
Blythe Rose Birmingham
Elderflower Grange
Elderflower Grange
Mercia Grange
Typical nursing homes fees in Birmingham
Based on 76 homes in the area. Middle figure is the median; the range is the middle half of homes.
- Nursing care
- £1,332 a week
- Usually £1,119 to £1,358 · 3 homes with fees
Common questions
How much do nursing homes in Birmingham cost?
Nursing homes in Birmingham typically charge £1,332 a week, usually between £1,119 and £1,358. 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 Birmingham?
76 of the 277 CQC-registered care homes in Birmingham 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 Birmingham?
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 Birmingham?
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 Birmingham council for a needs assessment.