The Frithwood Nursing Home

21 Frithwood Avenue, Northwood HA6 3LY
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  • The Frithwood Nursing Home, Northwood
Frithwood Nursing Home, Northwood is a care home for 26 elderly residents. Located in an English garden setting, residents are aged from 55 years. The emphasis of the home is a positive and enjoyable future and all rooms are fully equipped and furnished to a high standard. Residents are also encouraged to add their own personal touches to their room.

The registered nurses and care assistants who work at Frithwood are chosen for their warm personality as well as their skills and there are regular training updates for all staff. Frithwood’s philosophy is that care is a partnership between staff and residents – and they encourage family and friends to be involved.

The home provides 24 hour nursing care and offers a wide range of activities. Residents can relax in the comfortable lounge and landscaped gardens or go on a trip out. Frithwood always welcomes residents’ family, friends and members of the local community.
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Care Provided by The Frithwood Nursing Home

Primary Care Categories

  • Older Person Care
  • Dementia
  • Learning Disability / Autism
  • Physical Disability
  • Visual / Hearing Impairment
  • Eating Disorders

Length of Stay

  • Permanent Care
  • Respite Care

Care Types Provided

  • Nursing Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Dementia Nursing Care
  • For a maximum of 26 Service Users

Dementia Care Types

  • Mild Dementia
  • Moderate Dementia

Other Care Provided

  • Parkinson's Disease
  • Stroke
  • Palliative / End of Life Care
  • COPD/Pulmonary Disease
  • Bariatric Care/Obesity

Facilities

  • Own Furniture if required
  • Pet Friendly (or by arrangement)
  • Close to Local shops
  • Near Public Transport
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair Access
  • Gardens
  • Residents Kitchenette
  • Phone Point in own room
  • Television point in own room
  • Residents Internet Access

Funding & Fees What's included?

Weekly Charges per Person

  • Self-Funded Nursing Care: £1600 – £2000

These prices are only a guideline, please contact The Frithwood Nursing Home to find out the exact price for your requirements.

Contact The Frithwood Nursing Home to confirm what's included and get a personalised quote:

Funding Types Accepted

  • Self Funding (Private)
  • Local Authority with Top Up
  • Local Authority
  • NHS Continuing Healthcare (CHC)

Support you may be entitled to

If you chose a care home based in England, you may be eligible for NHS Funded Nursing Care (FNC), which helps cover the cost of nursing. This is worth £254.06 per week and is usually paid directly to the care home.

Contact The Frithwood Nursing Home to confirm what's included and get a personalised quote:

Good to Know

Group/Owner

Person in Charge

  • Muhammad Anwar (Home Manager)

Local Authority / Social Services

Admission Information

  • Ages 55+

Care Home Design/Build

  • Purpose Built: No
  • Last Refurbishment: 2013

Room Information

  • Single Rooms (20)
  • Couples/Companion Rooms (3)
  • Single Rooms with Ensuite Wet Room (1)

Parking

  • On site parking and signed street parking

The Frithwood Nursing Home Reviews (77)

9.8

The Frithwood Nursing Home has a Review Score of 9.8 (9.761) out of 10, based on 45 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time The Frithwood Nursing Home has 77 reviews.

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Review from T N (Daughter of Resident) published on 9 May 2024 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
The staff are accomodating, kind, friendly and welcoming. They will go the extra mile to ensure my father is comfortable and happy. They are often humorous and lighthearted too, which makes our visits very fun.
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Review from Sabrina A (Daughter-in-law of Resident) published on 9 May 2024 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
My in-laws have been in the nursing home for about 6 months. The carers are good and know what they are doing, but need reminding them sometimes. Rooms are ok. I think management needs to be after the carers e.g. making sure service users' clothes are not mixed with other users. Service users who are
bedbound need extra care, especially monitoring them with fluids. Carers all very good during feeding time, kind and helpful. Nurses are good too. They will listen to what you have to say, but sometimes need to remind them few times.
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Review from A M (Son of Resident) published on 7 May 2024 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
The staff are very good and they all look after my mum very well. The new manager is great and he tries to cater to Mum's needs based on our requests. One area of improvement is that the home should be able to cater Asian foods when they have a few Asian residents and hence serving British food at times
doesn't help, so, Asian (Indian) food would be great.
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Review from Naushad D (Friend of Resident) published on 18 April 2024 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
The staff are very friendly, caring and considerate towards the residents. They are very approachable for example we have asked for specific food and they have always done their best to accommodate.
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Review from A E (Daughter of Resident) published on 17 April 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My Mum was a resident at Frithwood Nursing Home for over 3 years. The new manager came towards the latter part of 2023 and Saeeda came on board too, since then things have improved tremendously. A nursing home is good if the staff is good and the manager is good. MD Homes have finally got it right with
the manager and his team. Across from the cleaning staff to the manager, it is a good team and it reflects in the day-to-day running of the home. Unfortunately, my Mum is no more to benefit from the professionally run home. During the last couple of months of her life, the support we got from all the staff, especially 4 members of staff in particular was commendable. The cooperation from 2 members of staff in the kitchen was amazing when we took homemade food. 4 other members of staff were very patient and caring when feeding Mum and with her care. With the manager and his team, I would highly recommend Frithwood Nursing Home.
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Review from S T (Daughter of Resident) published on 9 May 2023 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
There really isn't a better nursing home in a five-mile radius that The Frithwood Nursing Home. The home is always clean, well-maintained and above all, the staff are exceptional. They are genuinely caring and attentive to all patients and visitors and it has been a huge relief that my mum is in such
good hands!
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Review from Lee E (Son of Resident) published on 8 December 2022 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
I find the staff kind, hard-working and polite and they should be paid much more than they get as they do such a difficult job.
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Review from Evangelia L (Daughter of Resident) published on 16 November 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I have nothing but praise for the care and support we were given for my father and my family at The Frithwood Nursing Home. My father was admitted to Frithwood for palliative care, sadly he wasn’t at Frithwood for very long. The care and support we received from every member of staff was amazing. They
put their residents care first and foremost and nothing is too much trouble for the staff.
The home is run with professional standards from management leadership all the way through to the care staff and the cook. All who make it feel like it’s one big family home.
Thank you Frithwood for all you do.
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Review from Irfan M (Son of Resident) published on 9 September 2021 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
Overall, we are very happy with the care provided to our mother. In particular, the staff and the management of the Frithwood are very competent, helpful and supportive.
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Review from S G (Friend of Resident) published on 26 July 2021 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My friend seems very well cared for and seems very happy.
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Review from C H (Son of Resident) published on 26 March 2021 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
The care that is provided for my mother is exceptional. The manager and her staff care for my mother with absolute professionalism and dignity. I feel very fortunate that my mum is ins The Frithwood Nursing Home.
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Review from Paula B (Daughter of Resident) published on 17 November 2020 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
The staff at Frithwood have been so welcoming since Dad joined them from hospital in July after breaking his hip. The family were new to nursing homes so needed much information and guidance which they provided willingly and sensitively. They have been so gentle, patient and understanding with Dad which,
in turn, provides great comfort to my brothers and me. During a further hospital stay, they kept in touch with me throughout, advising, following up and answering my questions. Covid has presented its own issues but we have every confidence Frithwood are following protocols and keeping Dad and other residents safe. Initially, we were able to have visits in their lovely garden but are now restricted to window visits, which they facilitate with great care, explaining to Dad and reassuring him as necessary. Frithwood has less of a 'corporate' atmosphere of some larger homes which we much prefer, it seems more like a family house and has enabled Dad to settle in well, making friends with the staff and residents more easily. We are so grateful to Frithwood, making a difficult situation so much easier for us all.
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Review from Thomas W (Resident) assisted by family/friend published on 9 October 2020 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
Very helpful and friendly staff. Very clean and tidy room with a nice outlook onto the garden. Food is varied and to a good standard, but tea and soup are always cold.
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Review from Barry C (Brother of Resident) published on 10 September 2020 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
The staff are very good and helpful.
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Review from J R (Resident) assisted by family/friend published on 10 September 2020 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
A comfortable home with small rooms adequately furnished and pretty garden (except what I call 'the wheelchair graveyard'. Caring staff who work very hard. The food is plentiful and tasty, although there is not a huge choice.
However, there is little to do here as there are no activities.
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Review from S A (Son of Resident) published on 7 April 2020 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
A pleasant environment with management, nursing staff and care assistance doing their best for the residents. Any special needs are catered for. Any problems are promptly attended to and resolved. Daily activities for the residents could be improved, but one has to take into consideration the physical
abilities of the residents. Increased interaction between staff and residents is essential.
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Review from J W (Daughter of Resident) published on 10 September 2019 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
My father stayed in Frithwood Nursing Home for a few weeks. The staff provided end of life care with sensitivity and dignity.
I especially want to thank two members of staff who went the extra mile to make him comfortable. I was very grateful for this.
I also appreciated being updated on Dad's progress.
Thank
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Review from Colin C (Son-in-law of Resident) published on 15 May 2019 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My mother-in-law had the dedication of a fantastic staff here at Frithwood. Every care was administered days and nights by excellent staff in all areas. She passed peacefully and the kindness shown to my wife (her daughter) and myself was overwhelming. In her time of need, the care home came into its
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Review from Allan P (Son of Resident) published on 13 May 2019 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Frithwood cared for our mum for just over nine months up until she passed away on 8th May.
We are so pleased we chose Frithwood. The staff really cared for our mum and formed a real bond with her. We know our mum thought the world of them and this was reciprocated by the staff, some of whom were in
tears as my mum neared the end of her life.
It was a comfort to know that she was looked after with such kindness.
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Review from Irene P (Daughter of Resident) published on 26 March 2019 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Mum came to Frithwood after developing pneumonia living at home. I came with her from the hospital to Frithwood and settled her in. The staff are absolutely wonderful. Nothing is too much trouble for them. The food is wonderful and Mum has been regaining her appetite and having seconds and thirds! Her
room is lovely, and the lounge room where she is brought to sit with other residents is bright, clean and cheerful. The staff constantly engage Mum and other residents by having a chat or bringing in cups of tea. I could visit whenever I liked and stay as long as I wished and was constantly given updates on Mum's wellbeing. I live in Australia and returned last week, knowing that my Mum is in good hands, and is being well cared for, well fed and looked after. Thank you.
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Current Review Score: 9.8 (9.761)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.8 (9.761) out of 10 for The Frithwood Nursing Home is based on a) the Average Rating and b) the number of positive Reviews.

  1. The Average Rating is 4.8 out of 5 from 45 Reviews in the last 24 months.
  2. The score for the number of positive Reviews is 5.0 out of 5 from 45 positive Reviews in the last 24 months.

Detailed Breakdown of Review Score

The maximum Review Score for a Care Home is 10, which is made up from the Average Rating of Reviews (maximum of 5 points) and the Number of Reviews (maximum of 5 points) in the last 24 months:

  1. 5 Points are available for the Average Rating from all Reviews in the last 24 months. The Average Rating of 4.761 for The Frithwood Nursing Home is calculated as follows: ( (416 Excellents x 5) + (89 Goods x 4) + (18 Satisfactorys x 3) ) ÷ 523 Ratings = 4.761
  2. 5 Points are available for the number of Positive Reviews in the last 24 months. A Positive Review is defined as any Review with an 'Overall Experience' of '4' or '5' (out of a max rating '5'). The 5 Points relating to the number of positive Reviews for The Frithwood Nursing Home is based on 45 positive Reviews in the last 24 months and is calculated as per below:

    The 5 points available are broken down as follows:

    1. 4 points are available for the first 20 Positive Reviews in the last 24 months; 3 points for the first Positive Review, 0.125 Points for each of the next four Positive Reviews, 0.05 Points for the next five Positive Reviews, and finally 0.025 Points for the next ten Positive Reviews. (1st = 3.000, 2nd = 0.125, 3rd = 0.125, 4th = 0.125, 5th = 0.125, 6th = 0.050, 7th = 0.050, 8th = 0.050, 9th = 0.050, 10th = 0.050, 11th = 0.025, 12th = 0.025, 13th = 0.025, 14th = 0.025, 15th = 0.025, 16th = 0.025, 17th = 0.025, 18th = 0.025, 19th = 0.025, 20th = 0.025) 3 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.05 + 0.05 + 0.05 + 0.05 + 0.05 + 0.025 + 0.025 + 0.025 + 0.025 + 0.025 + 0.025 + 0.025 + 0.025 + 0.025 + 0.025 = 4
    2. 1 point is available for the number of Positive Reviews reaching 20% of the registered maximum number of service users in the last 24 months. If this number is partially reached, then that proportion of 1 point is given. eg a Care Home registered for a maximum of 50 service users has to reach 10 Positive Reviews to receive 1 point, if it has 7 reviews it will receive 0.7 points. 20% of the 26 registered maximum number of service users is 5.2, which has been reached with 45 Positive reviews. Points = 1
  3. When a Review is submitted by someone who has previously submitted a Review, only the latest Review will count towards the Review Score.
  4. If a Care Home does not have a review in the last 24 months, then it will not have a Review Score.

Regulatory Rating

Care Quality Commission (CQC) Rating

Date: 8 May 2025

Overall Good

  • Caring Good
  • Effective Good
  • Responsive Good
  • Safe Good
  • Well-led Good
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Muhammad

Muhammad Anwar

Job Title: Manager Joined: 2023

I am Muhammad Anwar, and I began my journey with MD Homes in 2008 as a registered nurse. Over the years, I worked diligently, progressing to the role of Deputy Manager while working as a nurse. During my time at Northwood Nursing Home, I honed my skills in mental health patient care and more. In 2019, I transitioned to Frithwood Nursing Home as a registered nurse and Deputy Manager, I became Home Manager in 2023. My clinical expertise spans various health issues, providing me with valuable knowledge and experience. to take the best care of our residents.

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