All Care in North Somerset

North Somerset: A Coastal Community with Comprehensive Care Services

Introduction

North Somerset is a unitary authority in South West England, known for its coastal towns, rural landscapes, and thriving healthcare sector. The region serves approximately 215,000 residents with particular strengths in elderly and disability care services.

Key Location Facts

• Geography:
  • Coastal location along the Severn Estuary
  • Contains parts of the Mendip Hills Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty
• Major Towns:
  • Weston-super-Mare (administrative centre)
  • Clevedon
  • Portishead
  • Nailsea

Care Services Overview

North Somerset offers a robust network of care options:

Care Homes

• 35+ registered care homes providing:
  • Residential elderly care
  • Nursing care
  • Specialist dementia care

Home Care Services

• Council-commissioned home care support
• Private domiciliary care agencies
• 24/7 live-in care options

Supported Living

• 15+ supported living facilities for:
  • Adults with learning disabilities
  • Physical disability care
  • Mental health support

Healthcare Infrastructure

• Major Facilities:
  • Weston General Hospital (acute care)
  • North Somerset Community Hospital
  • 12 specialist dementia care units
• Integrated Care System:
  • Partnership with Bristol, North Somerset & South Gloucestershire ICB
  • Focus on community-based care

Demographic Profile

• Population: 215,000 (2022 estimate)
• Age Distribution:
  • 22% aged 65+ (higher than national average)
  • Growing demand for elderly care services
• Key Needs:
  • Dementia care provisions
  • Disability care services
  • End-of-life care options

Economic Factors

• Care Sector Employment:
  • 8,000+ workers in health and social care
  • Major local employer
• Funding:
  • Council-supported care packages
  • Private pay options

Local Authority Support

• North Somerset Council provides:
  • Care needs assessments
  • Financial support for eligible residents
  • Quality monitoring of care providers

Choosing Care in North Somerset

When selecting care services, consider: 1. Care Quality Commission (CQC) ratings 2. Specialist provisions (dementia care, disability care) 3. Location proximity to family support 4. Cost structures and funding options