Is a care home the right choice for everyone?

Not always. A care home is the best fit when someone needs constant nursing or round-the-clock supervision. For many other situations, including personal care needs, early dementia, and recovery after a hospital stay, home-based care with a live-in or visiting carer can work equally well. The right choice usually depends on what your loved one wants and what their home can accommodate.

Does someone with dementia have to move to a care home?

Not necessarily. Especially in the early and middle stages, staying at home often suits people living with dementia better because familiar surroundings help with orientation and calm. A trained live-in carer can take on the daily routines, companionship and safety oversight that make this possible.

Can I get round-the-clock care at home?

Yes. Live-in care provides 24-hour support in your loved one's home, with a dedicated carer who lives in. It works well for people who need consistent care, companionship and routine, but want to stay in familiar surroundings. For people with complex nursing needs, a nursing home may still be the better choice.

How much does it cost to have a carer live in compared to a care home?

Live-in care typically costs between £1,200 and £1,500 a week. Residential care typically costs between £1,000 and £1,600 a week. The trade-off is care setting: shared facilities and rotating staff, or dedicated one-to-one support at home.

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136 Norwich Road, Wymondham, NR18 0SX

01953600900

CQC rating: Requires improvement

Sutherlands Nursing Home

Operated by East Anglia Care Homes Limited · 52 beds

Sutherlands Nursing Home is a large nursing home located in Wymondham, with a capacity of 52. Sutherlands Nursing Home cares for and supports younger and elderly adults with dementia. The nursing home also accepts individuals with learning disabilities and physical disabilities.

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About Sutherlands Nursing Home

Sutherlands Nursing Home is a large nursing home located in Wymondham, with a capacity of 52. Sutherlands Nursing Home cares for and supports younger and elderly adults with dementia. The nursing home also accepts individuals with learning disabilities and physical disabilities.

Sutherlands Nursing Home has been registered with the Care Quality Commission (CQC) since January 2011. In the last report by the CQC from July 2022, Sutherlands Nursing Home received an overall rating of requires improvement.

The care home is managed by East Anglia Care Homes Limited. East Anglia Care Homes Limited runs a group of care homes, with two others registered with the CQC in England.

To find out more about Sutherlands Nursing Home, please call 01953600900.

Registration summary

Registration date: 5 January 2011

Last CQC inspection: 15 June 2022

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CQC rating for Sutherlands Nursing Home

CQC rating: Requires improvement

Ratings are provided by the Care Quality Commission (CQC) and reflect the most recent report for this care home, which was published on 15 June 2022.

See CQC's page explaining ratings for more details about ratings and inspection practices of care homes in England.

Safe

Requires improvement

People are protected from abuse and avoidable harm

Effective

Good

People's care, treatment and support achieves good outcomes

Caring

Good

Staff involve and treat people with compassion, kindness, dignity and respect

Responsive

Good

Services are organised to meet people's needs

Well-led

Requires improvement

Leadership, management and governance of the organisation assures delivery of high-quality care

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THINKING IT THROUGH

Is a care home really the right choice?

Many families explore care homes first - but home-based personal care is often a better fit for wellbeing, continuity, and independence.

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OFTEN PREFERRED

Your loved one stays in a familiar environment, close to the people, places, and pets they know
One-to-one dedicated support. Continuity of the same carer builds genuine trust and rapport
You choose the carer - with help from our care advisors
Greater flexibility around schedules, preferences, and family visits
Often more cost-effective than residential care, especially for a couple
Safer for conditions where a big change can impact health
Better when support is needed for a short period. Can start within 24 hours.

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Residential care home

MAY SUIT SOME NEEDS

Suitable where 24-hour supervised nursing care is required
Staff rotate - your loved one may see different faces daily
Less personal control over routines, mealtimes, and daily life
The increased social interaction can have positive health effects for some
Family visits may be restricted or scheduled. Difficult to keep couples together.
Difficult to organise if support is only needed temporarily. Often long waiting lists.

What are the benefits of live-in care?

Live-in care offers a safe and flexible alternative to residential care, allowing people to receive full-time support in the comfort of their own home. From practical help with everyday tasks to emotional support and companionship, there are many reasons families choose this type of care.

Personalised, one-to-one support

With live-in care, your loved one receives dedicated, round-the-clock support from a single, trusted carer. They provide personalised help with daily routines, companionship, and personal care, all tailored to individual preferences.

Independence and familiar surroundings

Live-in care allows your loved one to stay at home, surrounded by the things, people, and memories they love. For those with dementia, this consistency can reduce confusion and anxiety while supporting confidence and independence.

Peace of mind for families

A live-in carer offers reassurance that your loved one is safe, supported, and never alone. Families can relax knowing professional help is always on hand while independence and choice are respected.

Flexible and cost-effective care

Live-in care can be more affordable than many expect, often costing less than residential care. You only pay for the support you need, and local authority funding may help cover costs. Learn more in our guide to funding your care.

Social life and wellbeing

Staying at home helps your loved one remain active and connected. Carers can accompany them to social events, clubs, or family visits, making it easier to maintain friendships and hobbies.

Better health outcomes

Research shows live-in care can lead to fewer falls, faster recovery, and fewer hospital admissions. Staying at home also means keeping the same GP and healthcare team for consistent, trusted support.

Couples can stay together

Separating elderly couples when one can no longer cope can be painful. Live-in care allows them to stay together as a single carer can ensure the needs of both are taken care of, only assisting where required.

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What's the difference between live-in care and care home costs?

Care costs in the UK vary by location, the level of need and the type of care. As a guide:

Care homes typically cost £1,000 to £1,600 a week.
Live-in care typically costs £1,200 to £1,500 a week for one-to-one support in the home.
Visiting care starts from £30 an hour, suited to people who need help at set times each day.

For people who need 24-hour personal care but not constant nursing, live-in care often works out less than care homes. On average, Elder's live-in care costs 35% less than the average UK care home.*

Three main routes fund care, whichever option you choose:

Self-funding: If your loved one has assets above £23,250 in England, they're expected to pay for their own care. Independent care fees advice is worth the cost.
Local authority funding: Below the threshold, the local council may contribute after a needs assessment and a financial assessment.
NHS Continuing Healthcare: Where there's a primary health need, the NHS pays 100% of care costs, in a care home or at home. It's not means-tested.

For more information, read our guide on how to fund your care.

*Based on comparison of Elder's average weekly live-in care fee against the UK average weekly residential care home fee. Care home fees vary by region, room type and care needs.

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Customer stories: Finding trusted live-in care

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Live-in care vs care home: Kenn and Nicole’s story

When dementia specialists advised against a care home, Kenn and Nicole found live-in care as another way to support their parents and keep them in the family home.

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