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Somerset care homes (231)

Overview of care homes in Somerset
Care homes in Somerset231
Homes that offer nursing care87
Specialise in dementia care139
Care homes rated Good or better in Somerset198
Somerset's Care RegulatorCare Quality Commission (CQC)
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Frequently asked questions
How many care homes are there in Somerset?
There are 231 care homes in Somerset, with 87 offering nursing care. If you're not sure which type of care home is best for you, you can read our guide on how to choose the right care home.
Read our guide here on choosing the right care home
How many care homes in Somerset offer specialised dementia care?
139 care homes in Somerset offer specialist care designed to meet the challenges faced by people living with dementia.
View our dementia care home list
How are care homes in Somerset regulated?
All care homes in Somerset are regulated by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). Of the 231 care homes in Somerset, 198 have been rated good or above.
What is the difference between nursing homes and residential care homes?
Residential care homes provide residents with accommodation, meals, and assistance with personal care and medication. However, a nursing care home will also provide medical care from a qualified nurse, including treatment for any illness or injuries.
Will I be entitled to local authority funding to help pay for a care home in Somerset?
In England, if your total savings and property assets are below £23,250, then you may be able to access local authority funding towards accommodation costs, personal care and nursing care. Read our care home funding article for more advice.
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Looking for the best-rated Care Homes?
In England, care homes are regulated by the Care Quality Commission (CQC) which rates services as Outstanding, Good, Requires Improvement, or Inadequate.

Search featured towns in Somerset
Taunton
35 care homes rated Good or better
Weston-super-Mare
42 care homes rated Good or better
Bath
19 care homes rated Good or better
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Types of care available
Residential care homes
Accommodation, meals, and assistance with personal care and medication.

Top towns for residential care
Taunton (40)
Weston-super-Mare (52)
Bath (21)
Yeovil (15)
Nursing care homes
Medical care from a qualified nurse, and treatment for residents with illness or injuries.

Top towns for nursing care
Taunton (13)
Weston-super-Mare (18)
Bath (11)
Yeovil (6)
Dementia care homes
Specialist care designed to meet the challenges faced by people living with dementia.

Top towns for dementia care
Taunton (24)
Weston-super-Mare (28)
Bath (13)
Yeovil (10)
Palliative care homes
Care designed to provide quality support and comfort for people living with life-limited conditions.

Top towns for palliative care
Glastonbury (3)
Taunton (2)
Weston-super-Mare (2)
Frome (2)
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78 home care agencies in Somerset provide trained care professionals who deliver care in your own home.
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There are 309 care providers in Somerset. This includes all care homes and home care agencies.
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