Useful Links and Resources for Care Homes

Explore trusted resources for residents, families and care home professionals, from falls prevention to wider support and training.

This page brings together helpful links, contacts and resources for anyone living, working, or supporting someone in a care home, whether you're looking for advice on staying safe, professional guidance, or information on care options and services.

For Residents and Families

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Care Homes Information (NHS)

Moving into a care home is a big decision, and it can cost a lot of money. Before choosing a care home for you or someone you know, it's worth considering all of the options.

NHS Care Homes Website

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Care Homes Information (Age UK)

Whether you're choosing a care home (also known as a residential home) for a loved one or moving into one yourself, the process can feel daunting. We've brought together information and guidance to help you make the best choice for you, including tips on how to find a good care home and advice on paying for it.

Age UK Care Homes Website

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Choosing the Right Care Home for You (Age UK)

Your care home should be a happy and comfortable place to live. Choosing the right one can be a big decision – but you don't need to make it alone. Thinking about what you want and need from a care home is a good place to start.

Choosing the right care home

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Staying Active Help and Contacts

These organisations offer advice and support on a wide range of topics, including ageing well, staying independent, managing health conditions and accessing care services.

Find Staying Active support

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Home Safety Help and Contacts

These contacts can help you make your home safer and reduce the risk of falls. From home safety checks to equipment advice, you’ll find support to help you stay confident and independent at home.

Find Home Safety support

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For Care Home Professionals

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Information for Care Homes (NICE)

All NICE products in care homes. Includes any guidance and quality standards.

View NICE website

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REACT to Falls

React To Falls resources have been developed by Professor Pip Logan, Dr Jane Horne, Dr Katie Robinson, Katherine Jones, Jane Balmbra and Kate Robertson in collaboration with clinical colleagues at Nottinghamshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust and Crocodile House Ltd. 

View REACT to Falls website

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World Falls Guidelines

The World guidelines for falls prevention and management for older adults are a global initiative to create a set of evidence- and expert consensus-based falls prevention and management recommendations

More about the World Falls Guidelines

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