There are around 110
Surrey nursing homes, which are often mistaken for care homes. The main difference between care homes and nursing homes is that nursing homes offer round the clock care and medical staff, as opposed to just social care. Surrey is one of the home counties in South East England, with a population of 1 million. There are currently 487 care homes in Surrey, with the most in the Reigate and Banstead area at 108.
West Sussex is also a place known for its high quality care homes and
care homes in Crawley are particularly popular. Good care and nursing homes offer residential and nursing care, 24-hour nursing care, palliative care, long-term and respite care and a social programme. Recreational activities, which most include organised outings, a residents committee, personalised care plans and a relatives and friends group are all provided as part of the service.
When loved ones want to take their relatives out for a break, transportation can be arranged to take residents on trips to visit places of interest, such as museums and art galleries, or just to do a spot of shopping or get some lunch.
Sometimes people who need to move into a care home are able to make their own arrangements and cover the costs, or have loved ones who can help them out. Those who can't cope with costs or who are alone in these circumstances, should get in touch with their local authorities who are responsible for helping them.
One care home in Crawley said: "Our aim is to support residents in a safe, comfortable and emotionally secure environment regardless of gender, ethnicity, creed, personal or financial circumstances and to maintain as much independence as is feasible. Although the years are passing by, it doesnt mean that we cant still be interested in learning, socialising, gently keeping our bodies mobile and enjoying ourselves."
