The Foundation of Lady Katherine Leveson
Residential care home in Solihull
What do these badges mean?
- Green Surroundings — Excellent access to parks, playing fields and other green space nearby (OpenStreetMap).
- Well Served — Excellent everyday amenities nearby — shops, supermarkets, pharmacies, banks, post offices, cafés and places to eat (OpenStreetMap).
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About
The Foundation of Lady Katherine Leveson is a 34-bed residential care home in Solihull, West Midlands, providing care for older people. The home is rated Good by the Care Quality Commission, with Good grades in Effective, Caring, Responsive and Well-led care, though the Safe key question was rated Requires Improvement in the 2019 report.
The Foundation has deep historical roots, established in the late 17th century through legacies left by Lady Katherine Leveson. The home operates from grounds that include the Old Hall and St Mary's Church, both still in active use.
Care provided
Specialist care
Food hygiene rating
Very good
Food Standards Agency · inspected March 2026
What's nearby
- Near a main road
Straight-line distances. Road and rail noise from government strategic noise mapping (modelled, not measured). A&E departments from the NHS website.
What’s in the area
Outdoor Spaces
- AllotmentsLimited
- Play SpaceLimited
- Golf CourseLimited
- Public ParkLimited
- Tennis CourtSparse
- Bowling GreenLimited
- Playing FieldLimited
Local Amenities
- Pubs & BarsSparse
- Restaurants & CafesLimited
- Retail ShoppingLimited
- SupermarketsLimited
- TakeawaysLimited
Local crime statistics
237 recorded crimes in the local area (April 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 Solihull council pays.
Care fee trajectory
| Year | Council rate (per week) |
|---|---|
| 2024 | £965 |
| 2025 | £1,012 |
What Solihull council pays care homes, and whether it will help with fees
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Local health safety net
The Foundation of Lady Katherine Leveson is backed by a local NHS health network. The nearest A&E is Warwick Hospital, 8 miles away. The local GP practice is ARDEN MEDICAL CENTRE, 2 miles away.
Nearest services from NHS ODS + postcodes.io + CQC, by straight-line distance.
Community & connection in Solihull
Local clubs, charities and support groups that help older residents stay active and connected.
Age Concern Solihull
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Information last reviewed October 2026.
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