Birtley House Nursing Home
CQC ratings by category
Inspected 7 June 2019 · report published 29 June 2019What inspectors found
Birtley House Nursing Home in Guildford provides personal and nursing care for older adults within a comfortable and adapted country building. Following previous areas for growth, recent improvements mean the home now meets all required regulatory standards across the board. Families choosing this home will find a clean, well-staffed environment where residents are treated with warmth and respect, and where leadership actively listens to feedback to maintain a supportive community atmosphere.
Residents are kept safe through thorough risk assessments, proper medicine management, and daily checks of the premises and equipment. Staff understand how to protect people from harm and respond promptly when call bells are pressed, though some documentation regarding as-needed pain relief still requires more personalized detail.
Care is delivered effectively by well-trained staff who respect residents' personal choices and legal rights regarding consent. New team members receive proper inductions and supervision, and residents enjoy a balanced diet with good attention to individual nutritional and healthcare needs.
The staff are notably kind, knowing residents well and treating them with dignity. Residents are encouraged to maintain their independence and are actively involved in making decisions about their daily care.
Activities are varied, personalized, and engaging, often involving the local community and taking advantage of the estate's accessible gardens. Residents receive tailored support that accommodates their personal preferences, whether they wish to go out, spend time quietly, or participate in seasonal celebrations.
The home is well-organized, with visible and approachable leaders who foster an open, positive working atmosphere. Strong auditing systems drive continuous improvement, and the service maintains proactive partnerships with external healthcare agencies and the local community.
This is an editorial summary intended to make the inspection findings easier to read — it is not a substitute for the full report, and is not medical or care advice.
At a glance
- Regulated activity
- Accommodation for persons who require nursing or personal care
- Registration status
- Registered
- Local authority
- Surrey
Estimated weekly cost
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Specialisms & care types
Location & nearby homes
Plotted from registered coordinates · straight-line distance, not a road route.Frequently asked
Good, following the inspection on 7 June 2019.
Yes — Dementia is listed among Birtley House Nursing Home's registered specialisms with the CQC.
Birtley House Nursing Home is registered for 47 beds.