Chelston Park Nursing and Residential Home - Chelston Gardens Dementia Nursing Home, Wellington

Reviewed by the carehome.page editorial team · Last updated 13 March 2026
Rating
Outstanding
Beds
86
Type
Nursing
Inspected
Invalid Date
Address West Buckland Road,Wellington, TA21 9PH
Beds 86
Type Care home with nursing
Provider Chelston Park Nursing And Residential Home Limited

CQC Inspection Breakdown

Safe Good
Effective Good
Caring Outstanding
Responsive Good
Well-led Outstanding

Specialisms

DementiaCaring for adults over 65 yrs

About Chelston Park Nursing and Residential Home - Chelston Gardens Dementia Nursing Home

Chelston Park Nursing and Residential Home - Chelston Gardens Dementia Nursing Home is a care home with nursing located in Wellington, Somerset, where the team works to create a caring community that feels like a true home. The home is operated by Chelston Park Nursing And Residential Home Limited and can accommodate up to 86 residents. Following their most recent inspection on 30/12/2017, the Care Quality Commission rated Chelston Park Nursing and Residential Home - Chelston Gardens Dementia Nursing Home as Outstanding. Across the five inspection categories, the home scored Outstanding for Caring and Well-led; Good for Safe, Effective, Responsive. The home caters to a range of care needs, including dementia and caring for adults over 65 yrs. The service supports dementia, older people. Regulated activities at the home include accommodation for persons who require nursing or personal care and treatment of disease, disorder or injury. The TA21 postcode area has 9 registered care homes with a combined 401 beds — so there are options to compare in the local area.

Finding the right care home is a deeply personal decision, and we hope this information helps you and your family feel more confident as you explore your options. Every person deserves care that respects their individuality, and the right home will feel welcoming from the moment you walk through the door.

Chelston Park Nursing and Residential Home - Chelston Gardens Dementia Nursing Home is one of the care homes in Somerset — a local authority with 197 CQC-registered homes, 168 of which are rated Good or Outstanding.

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What to Expect When Visiting

When visiting a nursing care home, it helps to see the clinical environment in action alongside the day-to-day living spaces. A good visit should leave you feeling reassured about both the medical and emotional care on offer.

  • Try to visit at different times of day, including mealtimes, to see the home in action.
  • Speak with staff and, if possible, current residents or their families about their experience.
  • Ask about the nurse-to-resident ratio, especially during nights and weekends.
  • Check whether the home can manage any specific medical conditions or equipment needs.
  • Check whether outside spaces are secure and whether activities are tailored for people with dementia.

Questions to Ask When Visiting

It can be hard to know what to ask during a care home visit. Here are some questions tailored to Chelston Park Nursing and Residential Home - Chelston Gardens Dementia Nursing Home's type of care that may help guide your conversation:

  1. 1 What medical conditions do your nurses have experience managing?
  2. 2 How quickly can a nurse attend to a resident in an emergency?
  3. 3 Are there regular GP visits, or do residents need to travel for appointments?
  4. 4 What is your approach to pain management and end-of-life care?

For a more complete checklist, see our guide to choosing a care home.

Official CQC Inspection Report

The Care Quality Commission last inspected Chelston Park Nursing and Residential Home - Chelston Gardens Dementia Nursing Home on 30/12/2017 and rated it Outstanding. The full report includes detailed findings on safety, staffing, and quality of care.

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What families typically look for

  • - Whether nurses are on-site 24 hours and their qualifications
  • - How the home manages medication and medical emergencies
  • - Staff-to-resident ratios, especially overnight
  • - Specialist dementia training and secure outdoor spaces

These reflect common priorities we see from families researching care homes. For personalised advice, we recommend visiting in person and speaking to current families.

Frequently Asked Questions

What medical conditions do your nurses have experience managing?

Chelston Park Nursing and Residential Home - Chelston Gardens Dementia Nursing Home has nursing staff experienced in supporting people with dementia and caring for adults over 65 yrs. In the most recent CQC inspection on 30/12/2017, the home was rated Good for Safe care — a category that covers clinical training, medication management, and infection control. Ask the nursing team directly about any specific medical conditions during your visit.

How quickly can a nurse attend to a resident in an emergency?

CQC inspectors rated Chelston Park Nursing and Residential Home - Chelston Gardens Dementia Nursing Home as Good for Safe care on 30/12/2017. The Safe domain covers emergency protocols, staffing ratios, and risk management. Ask the home about nurse-to-resident ratios specifically during night and weekend shifts, when response times are most critical.

Are there regular GP visits, or do residents need to travel for appointments?

Residents at Chelston Park Nursing and Residential Home - Chelston Gardens Dementia Nursing Home typically remain registered with a local GP who can visit the home for routine and urgent appointments. As a nursing care home, on-site nurses handle day-to-day clinical care. Ask the home which GP surgery they work with and how specialist referrals are managed.

What is your approach to pain management and end-of-life care?

CQC inspectors rated Chelston Park Nursing and Residential Home - Chelston Gardens Dementia Nursing Home as Outstanding for Caring on 30/12/2017. This domain specifically assesses how staff treat residents with compassion and dignity, including during palliative and end-of-life care. Ask the nursing team about their approach to pain management and whether they work with a local hospice or palliative care team.

What is the CQC rating for Chelston Park Nursing and Residential Home - Chelston Gardens Dementia Nursing Home?

Chelston Park Nursing and Residential Home - Chelston Gardens Dementia Nursing Home in Wellington is rated Outstanding by the Care Quality Commission. The most recent inspection was on 30/12/2017. The home has 86 beds.

How many beds does Chelston Park Nursing and Residential Home - Chelston Gardens Dementia Nursing Home have?

Chelston Park Nursing and Residential Home - Chelston Gardens Dementia Nursing Home has 86 beds and operates as a care home with nursing in Wellington.

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