Question 1

How many nursing homes are there in Enfield?

Accepted Answer

Enfield has 16 CQC registered nursing homes: 9 Good, 4 Requires improvement, 3 not yet rated. Counts come from the CQC register and are kept up to date as ratings change.

Question 2

How much does a nursing home cost in Enfield?

Accepted Answer

London Borough of Enfield pays an average of £1,039 a week for residential care. Self-funders are typically asked £1,688 to £1,953 a week. London figure, because too few Enfield homes publish this price. 21 homes. Median £1,783. Published prices are often starting prices, and come from homes that publish fees, so treat them as a guide. Ask the home for its own price.

Question 3

Which nursing homes in Enfield were inspected most recently?

Accepted Answer

The Conifers Healthcare Limited (21 September 2026), Wellington Park Nursing Home (16 January 2026) and Stamford Care Home (15 October 2024) have the most recent CQC reports.

Question 4

What should I ask when visiting a nursing home in Enfield?

Accepted Answer

Ask about the ratio of registered nurses to residents on each shift, and how the home covers nights and weekends. Enquire how care plans are developed, reviewed, and shared with families, and how the home manages falls, pressure care, and medication. It is also worth asking about activities, mealtimes, visiting arrangements, and how complaints are handled. Take note of the atmosphere and whether staff seem to know residents by name.

Question 5

How do I arrange a care needs assessment in Enfield?

Accepted Answer

You can contact London Borough of Enfield's adult social care team directly to request an assessment, either by phone or through their online form. A social worker or assessor will speak with the person needing care, and often a relative, to understand daily needs, health issues, and safety concerns. The assessment is free and does not commit you to using council-arranged services. If nursing care is indicated, the outcome will feed into decisions about the right type of home and any funding support.

Question 6

Can London Borough of Enfield fund a nursing home placement?

Accepted Answer

Yes, London Borough of Enfield can contribute to nursing home fees once a care needs assessment confirms that this level of care is required and a financial assessment shows eligibility. The financial assessment considers savings, income, and certain assets against national thresholds. In addition, nursing homes receive NHS-funded Nursing Care towards the cost of registered nursing, and where health needs are the primary driver a person may qualify for NHS Continuing Healthcare, which covers the full fee.

Question 7

Which providers in Enfield offer nursing care?

Accepted Answer

Care Assura lists 16 nursing homes in Enfield, including Bridgewood House, Autumn Gardens, Albany Park Nursing Home, Elizabeth Lodge, Elsyng House Care Home, 8 Wellington Avenue, Southgate Beaumont, Brook Water House, Stamford Care Home, Azalea Court, Nairn House Care Home, Hugh Myddelton House, The Conifers Healthcare Limited, Wellington Park Nursing Home, and Sunbridge Care Home. Each home has its own specialisms, so it is worth checking whether they support the specific conditions you are planning for, such as dementia nursing or palliative care. You can view each provider's profile on Care Assura for more detail.

Question 8

What is the difference between a care home and a nursing home?

Accepted Answer

A residential care home supports people with help around personal care, meals, medication prompts, and daily activities, but it does not have nurses on site. A nursing home provides all of that plus 24 hour care from registered nurses, which is essential for people with complex medical needs, unstable conditions, or advanced dementia requiring clinical oversight. The right choice depends on the outcome of a needs assessment rather than personal preference alone. Some homes are dual registered and can offer both types of care under one roof.

Question 9

How far in advance should I start looking for a nursing home in Enfield?

Accepted Answer

Where possible, begin looking as soon as it becomes clear that nursing level care is likely to be needed, even if a move is still a few months away. Popular homes in Enfield often have waiting lists, and financial and health assessments can take several weeks to complete. Starting early gives you time to visit different homes, compare fees, and involve the person moving in the decision. In urgent cases, such as a hospital discharge, the process can be shortened, but choice may be more limited.

Type of care	What the council pays	What self-funders are typically asked
Residential care London figure, because too few Enfield homes publish this price. 21 homes. Median £1,783.	£1,039	£1,688 to £1,953
Nursing care London figure, because too few Enfield homes publish this price. 12 homes. Median £2,228.	£1,058	£2,060 to £2,276
Residential dementia care London figure, because too few Enfield homes publish this price. 18 homes. Median £1,979.	Not published separately	£1,889 to £2,049
Nursing dementia care London figure, because too few Enfield homes publish this price. 10 homes. Median £2,283.	Not published separately	£2,114 to £2,340

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