Starting a care home is a rewarding but complex endeavour. You need to balance business acumen, legal compliance, and high standards of care. Here’s what you need to think about—and do—if you want to set up a care home in England. 1. Do Your Research & Planning Define Your Care Home Model Type of service : Will it be a residential care home (personal care), a nursing home (with nursing care), or a specialist home (e.g., dementia, learning disabilities)? Target market : Who wi

In the world of health and social care, delivering safe, effective, and compassionate services isn’t just a goal—it’s a regulatory requirement. The Care Quality Commission (CQC) sets the standards that all providers must meet, and real inspections can be stressful if you’re not fully prepared. That’s where mock CQC inspections  come in. Mock inspections are one of the most powerful tools for improving compliance, boosting staff confidence, and identifying risks before they be