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Cumberland care homes (12)

Overview of care homes in Cumberland
Care homes in Cumberland12
Homes that offer nursing care4
Specialise in dementia care8
Care homes rated Good or better in Cumberland5
Cumberland's Care RegulatorCare Quality Commission (CQC)
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Frequently asked questions
How many care homes are there in Cumberland?
There are 12 care homes in Cumberland, with 4 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 Cumberland offer specialised dementia care?
8 care homes in Cumberland 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 Cumberland regulated?
All care homes in Cumberland are regulated by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). Of the 12 care homes in Cumberland, 5 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 Cumberland?
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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In England, care homes are regulated by the Care Quality Commission (CQC) which rates services as Outstanding, Good, Requires Improvement, or Inadequate.

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Cockermouth
3 care homes rated Good or better
Saint Bees
0 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
Cockermouth (3)
Saint Bees (0)
Nursing care homes
Medical care from a qualified nurse, and treatment for residents with illness or injuries.

Top towns for nursing care
Cockermouth (3)
Saint Bees (0)
Dementia care homes
Specialist care designed to meet the challenges faced by people living with dementia.

Top towns for dementia care
Cockermouth (3)
Saint Bees (0)
Palliative care homes
Care designed to provide quality support and comfort for people living with life-limited conditions.

Top towns for palliative care
Cockermouth (3)
Saint Bees (0)
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