Care home
Shortwood House
Care home in Nottingham, Nottinghamshire
Shortwood House
Care home in Nottingham, Nottinghamshire
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- Green Surroundings — Excellent access to parks, playing fields and other green space nearby (OpenStreetMap).
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About
Shortwood House is a 12-bed care home in Nottingham, Nottinghamshire. It is rated Good by the Care Quality Commission, with all five key questions — Safe, Effective, Caring, Responsive and Well-led — graded as Good. The CQC report was published in 2019.
What inspectors found
CQC: GoodReport published 28 March 2019 · Last inspected 6 February 2019
Shortwood House is a home for older people, some of whom live with dementia, and was visited in February 2019 when ten people lived there. Residents reported feeling content and well supported by staff, and relatives described a welcoming atmosphere and good communication. Inspectors found a homely setting where daily routines, meals and activities were shaped around each person's preferences.
- Residents and relatives said they felt secure, liked the staff, and were updated by staff about changes in care.
- The care manager and provider were described as approachable and supportive, and enough staff were available to respond promptly to people's needs.
- Medicines were handled safely, staff were trained for their roles, and infection prevention practices were followed.
- Meals were varied and suited to individual needs, and staff knew people's preferences, encouraged independence, and offered a broad selection of group and individual pastimes.
Written by AI from the report text and checked against it. Not an official CQC statement. Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Read the full report on CQC.
What's nearby
- Set back from main road noise
Straight-line distances. Road and rail noise from government strategic noise mapping (modelled, not measured). A&E departments from the NHS website. Locations © OpenStreetMap contributors.
What’s in the area
Outdoor Spaces
- AllotmentsPlentiful
- Play SpaceAmple
- Golf CourseSparse
- Public ParkAmple
- Tennis CourtLimited
- Bowling GreenAmple
- Playing FieldPlentiful
Local Amenities
- Pubs & BarsAdequate
- Restaurants & CafesAdequate
- Retail ShoppingAdequate
- SupermarketsAdequate
- TakeawaysAmple
Local crime statistics
240 recorded crimes in the local area (July 2026)
Top categories:
Source: data.police.uk · within 1 mile
Fees and funding
| Care type | Weekly fee | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Residential care | Fees on request | — |
- Funding accepted
- Not stated
Fees depend on the room and the care needed, so ask the home for a written quote. Check who pays with the funding calculator, or see what Nottinghamshire council pays.
Care fee trajectory
| Year | Council rate (per week) |
|---|---|
| 2024 | £838 |
| 2025 | £906 |
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Local health safety net
Shortwood House is backed by a local NHS health network. The nearest A&E is Queen's Medical Centre, 6.3 miles away. The local GP practice is OAKENHALL MEDICAL PRACT, 0.1 miles away, rated ‘Good’ by the CQC.
Nearest services from NHS ODS + postcodes.io + CQC, by straight-line distance.
Community & connection in Nottingham
Local clubs, charities and support groups that help older residents stay active and connected.
Age UK Nottingham & Nottinghamshire
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Old Park Ward Old Age Pensioners Fund
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Age Concern Carlton and District
A dynamic and unique local charity with a sound track record of delivering quality services and support aimed at improving the health and well being of older people. With over 50 volunteers the…
Nottinghamshire Royal Society for the Blind
My Sight Nottinghamshire (working name for Nottinghamshire Royal Society for the Blind) is dedicated to improving the lives of visually impaired people in Nottinghamshire. Services including;…
Sing Along with Ellie
To relieve the needs of people with dementia, neurodiversity or those recovering from a stroke, and their carers, through the provision of singing groups designed to reduce social isolation and…
Age UK Derby & Derbyshire
Provides services.Provides daycare, befriending, advocacy, advice, information services for older people in Derby and Derbyshire.
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Information last reviewed October 2026.
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