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Moving into a care home

In this section

  1. You are here: Moving into a care home
  2. Making decisions about your care
  3. Care home monitoring

If your needs can no longer be safely met at home, you may wish to consider moving to a care home.

Find a care home in Rotherham

If you need advice, please contact us.

There are two main types of care homes, depending on your needs:

  • Residential care homes, which offer care through the day and night by qualified or experienced staff.
  • Nursing care homes, which offer 24-hour care by a qualified nurse.

Some care homes offer both residential and nursing care.

Some residential homes can offer more specialist care for people with dementia or learning disabilities.

  • Next page: Making decisions about your care

Contact the Adult Social Care Team

To find out more about adult social care services, request an assessment, or make an enquiry, please get in touch.

Telephone: 01709 822330

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Further information about Care Homes

  • Read the guide on residential and nursing care for older people
  • Choosing the right care home for you - Age UK
  • Find out more about paying for your care

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