Our care homes in Bristol
Each of our Bristol homes has its own character, but all share the same commitment to kindness, dignity, and helping residents live well every day.
Whether you’re looking for residential care, dementia support, nursing care, or a short respite stay in Bristol, you’ll find a home where care is personal and daily life is filled with warmth and connection.
Types of care we offer in Bristol
We provide several types of care across our Bristol homes, each designed around comfort, reassurance, and everyday wellbeing. Whether you’re planning ahead or making a quick decision, our teams will help you find the right support for your loved one.
Residential care in Bristol
Our residential care homes in Bristol offer a warm, friendly place to call home.
Residents enjoy daily support with personal care, freshly cooked meals, and a full range of activities that encourage connection, confidence, and purpose.
Everyday life is shaped around familiar routines and personal preferences, helping residents feel relaxed, valued, and part of a close-knit community.
Dementia care in Bristol
Our dementia care homes in Bristol are designed to offer calm, reassuring environments where residents can feel safe and supported.
Specialist dementia-trained colleagues, memory-friendly spaces, and meaningful daily activities help residents live with dignity, comfort, and a strong sense of familiarity.
We also work closely with families, offering guidance and support throughout every stage of the dementia journey.
Nursing care in Bristol
Our respite care in Bristol offers short-term stays that give family carers time to rest, recharge, or manage personal commitments.
Residents are warmly welcomed into daily life and receive the same thoughtful, personalised support as long-term residents.
Many families also use respite stays as a gentle introduction to life in a care home before making a longer-term decision.
Respite care in Bristol
Our respite care in Bristol offers short-term stays that give family carers time to rest, recharge, or manage personal commitments.
Residents are warmly welcomed into daily life and receive the same thoughtful, personalised support as long-term residents.
Many families also use respite stays as a gentle introduction to life in a care home before making a longer-term decision.
See OSJCT for yourself
The best way to know if a care home feels right is to experience it first-hand. We welcome families to visit our Bristol homes, meet our teams, and see daily life in action.
Whether you’d like a guided tour or simply a friendly chat, we’ll make the process easy and pressure-free.
Call us on: 0800 988 8133
Why families choose OSJCT in Bristol
Families choose OSJCT homes in Bristol because our approach is warm, personal, and centred on genuine care.
Here’s what makes our Bristol homes feel reassuring from the moment you arrive.
Care that’s personal and thoughtfully delivered
We take the time to understand each resident’s story, their routines, preferences, and the little touches that make daily life feel familiar.
This helps us shape care that feels natural, respectful, and truly individual.
Families often describe our homes in Bristol as “supportive and welcoming,” with a calm, friendly atmosphere that puts everyone at ease.
Dedicated teams with the skills and heart to support your loved one
Our colleagues in Bristol are experienced, compassionate, and committed to making a positive difference every day.
From dementia-trained carers to qualified nurses, everyone receives ongoing development to ensure safe, confident, reliable care.
Families appreciate the openness and communication that help them feel involved and reassured.
Simple guide to fees & funding
Paying for long-term residential or nursing care can feel overwhelming, and understandably so. Unlike NHS healthcare, care home services are not free for most people. How much you contribute depends on personal circumstances, including income, assets, and care needs. At OSJCT, we aim to make the process of funding care as clear as possible.
What affects the cost of care?
- Type of care - residential, nursing, dementia, or respite
- Location - care costs in Bristol may differ from other parts of the UK
- Individual needs - the level of daily support required
- Financial circumstances - state or private funding
What funding options are available?
- NHS Funded Nursing Care (FNC): A weekly payment from the NHS to contribute toward the cost of nursing care if it is required. This does not cover all care home fees - only the nursing element.
- Local authority funding: Means-tested support from your local council based on your finances and care needs. This may include schemes such as Deferred Payment Agreements, which allow you to use the value of your home to fund care, or the 12-Week Property Disregard, where your home is temporarily ignored in financial assessments if you have been in hospital or are receiving permanent care.
- Self-funding: If your savings and assets exceed the threshold for local authority support, you will need to pay privately for your care. Independent financial advice is recommended to plan effectively and explore all available options.
Getting the right guidance
Care funding can be complex, so we always recommend speaking with an independent specialist care fees adviser. OSJCT is affiliated with SOLLA (Society of Later Life Advisers), a professional body dedicated to advisers specialising in later-life financial planning, including care home funding.
Part of the local Bristol community
Our homes are closely connected with the communities around them, from local schools and colleges to volunteers, church groups, and visiting activity partners.
These relationships bring variety, companionship, and uplifting moments into everyday life, helping residents feel engaged and included.
A values-led approach you can rely on
As a charitable trust, OSJCT reinvests in our homes, colleagues, and residents.
This long-standing commitment helps ensure stability, quality, and a clear focus on wellbeing, comfort, and dignity.
Families tell us they value the transparency and reassurance this brings when planning for the future.
My mum's health and well-being have been transformed by Grace Care Centre. Living in a place where she receives amazing care and good food, took her from a bad place to a new stage in her life where she can regularly be with family again. I would sum up Grace Care Centre as welcoming, kind, safe and caring.
- Son of Resident, Grace Care Centre, Thornbury
Life in Bristol
Life in our Bristol care homes is shaped by warmth, connection, and the everyday comforts that help residents feel at home.
Each day offers opportunities to enjoy freshly prepared meals, relax in shared lounges or peaceful garden spaces, and take part in activities designed to bring joy and purpose, from music and gentle exercise to craft sessions, visiting entertainers, and seasonal celebrations.
Whether you’re sharing a cup of tea, joining an activity, or spending quiet time together, our visiting approach is flexible and supportive, helping loved ones stay closely connected.
Our strong links with the Bristol community also add colour and companionship to daily life.
Residents often enjoy visits from local groups, schools, and volunteers, as well as opportunities to join in with local events, keeping life sociable, familiar, and uplifting.
How to choose the right care home in Bristol
Choosing a care home is a meaningful step for any family. Focusing on the essentials can make the process clearer and help you feel confident in your decision. Here are three simple ways to begin:
- Match the care to the need - whether your loved one requires residential, dementia, nursing, or respite care in Bristol, understanding their daily needs and preferences helps narrow the options.
- Visit the homes in person - meeting the team, observing daily life, and asking questions can give you a true sense of whether the home feels comfortable, calm, and welcoming.
- Consider location and familiarity - being close to family, friends, or familiar Bristol surroundings can make the transition smoother and support ongoing connections.
Many families also use our Care Home Checklist when comparing homes. It highlights key questions and practical details that often make the biggest difference.
Care beyond Bristol
If you’re exploring options just outside the city, OSJCT also provides warm and welcoming care homes across the surrounding areas of Gloucestershire and Wiltshire. Each home offers the same personal approach, compassionate support, and reassuring sense of community that families value.
Whether you’re looking to stay close to familiar places or want a home that’s an easy distance from Bristol for regular visits, you’ll find trusted OSJCT homes.
Explore nearby areas:
Wherever you choose, our teams are here to guide you, answer your questions, and help you find the right home for your family.
See OSJCT for yourself
The best way to know if a care home feels right is to experience it first-hand. We welcome families to visit our Bristol homes, meet our teams, and see daily life in action.
Whether you’d like a guided tour or simply a friendly chat, we’ll make the process easy and pressure-free.
Call us on: 0800 988 8133
FAQs about care homes in Bristol
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Our Bristol homes offer residential, dementia, nursing, and respite care. Each setting provides personalised support, warm surroundings, and a focus on helping residents feel at home from their very first day.
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Availability varies, but we understand that some families need care urgently, for example, after a hospital stay or a sudden change in circumstances. Once we’ve completed an assessment, we’ll guide you through the next steps and arrange admission as quickly and smoothly as possible.
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Yes. Our dementia care homes in Bristol use calm layouts, memory-supportive design, and meaningful daily activities to help residents feel safe and settled. Our teams receive specialist dementia training, and families are supported with clear communication throughout.
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Daily life varies depending on each resident’s preferences, but many enjoy home-cooked meals, social activities, gentle exercise sessions, music, visits from local groups, and quiet time in shared lounges or gardens. We focus on wellbeing, comfort, and belonging.
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In some cases, yes. Where we can, we support couples to stay together, even if they have different care needs, so long as it’s safe and appropriate for both individuals. Our team can explain the available options in Bristol homes.
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Yes. Respite stays give family carers a break and allow loved ones to experience life in the home before making a long-term decision. These short stays include the same personalised support as permanent placements.
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Where possible, residents can continue being supported by their existing GP or healthcare team. If this isn’t practical, we’ll help arrange alternative local healthcare services so continuity is maintained.
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We always recommend visiting in person. Meeting the team, seeing the environment, and discussing your loved one’s needs can make the decision much clearer. Many families also find our Care Home Checklist helpful when comparing options.