Higham House Nursing Home
Nursing home · Rushden
87 Higham Road, Rushden, NN10 6DG
Run by Golden Nest Carehomes Limited
- Requires improvementCQC · Jul 2021
- 6.2Our score
- Beds30
- Type of careNursing
- Phone01933 314253
Inspectors asked it to improve: Caring, Responsive and Well-led
Latest inspection
- Inspected on 23 July 2021
Inspected more than 4 years ago
What the inspectors rate
- SafeGood
- EffectiveGood
- CaringRequires improvement
- ResponsiveRequires improvement
- Well-ledRequires improvement
- Regulator
- Care Quality Commission
- Registered as
- Higham House Nursing Home
- Status
- Registered in England
- Latest rating
- Requires improvement
- Register number
- 1-22819082962
From the public register of the Care Quality Commission, checked on 2 November 2026.
About Higham House Nursing Home
Higham House Nursing Home provides personal and nursing care for older people, with particular expertise in dementia-related illnesses. Care is available 24 hours a day and can include pain management, medication, personal care and help with daily activities.
The home supports residents through an individualised approach that respects privacy, dignity, independence, choice and rights. Staff provide specialist support for dementia and a range of conditions including stroke, Parkinson’s disease, epilepsy, cancer care and sensory impairments. Meals are planned around personal tastes and preferences, while daily activities centre on residents’ needs. Visitors are welcomed at reasonable times, with arrival and departure recorded for security.
Care on offer
- Care homes
Compared with Rushden
Nearest
| Name | Distance | Official rating | Our score | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| HaywayRushden | 0.1 miles | Outstanding | 8.8 | |
| The Beeches Care HomeRushden | 0.2 miles | Good | 8.0 | |
| Victoria HouseRushden | 0.3 miles | Good | 7.4 | |
| Rushwell HouseRushden | 0.5 miles | Good | 8.0 | |
| Aspen HouseRushden | 0.6 miles | Good | 8.0 |
Also run by Golden Nest Carehomes Limited
| Name | Official rating | Our score | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Roxy AvenueRomford | |||
| Shenstone HouseKidderminster | Good | 8.0 |
What stands out
What stands out
- 24-hour personal and nursing care
- Specialist dementia support
- Meals shaped around personal tastes
Ask about
- Visitors must sign the visitors book on each occasion
Suits: Older people needing dementia-focused nursing care
Types of care
Also works on: nursing
Location
87 Higham Road, Rushden, NN10 6DG
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Questions families ask
What specialist care does Higham House provide?
They provide personal and nursing care for dementia, Alzheimer’s disease, cancer care, epilepsy, Parkinson’s disease, stroke and several sensory and neurological conditions.
Is personal and nursing care available 24 hours a day?
Yes. Qualified and experienced staff provide personal and nursing care 24 hours a day, including pain management and help with daily activities.
Can residents attend religious services or meet clergy?
Yes. Residents may attend religious services inside or outside the home, and private rooms can be provided for meetings with clergy of their chosen denomination.
Are activities tailored to each resident's interests?
Yes. Leisure and therapeutic activities consider residents’ interests, skills, personalities and medical conditions, while staff encourage hobbies and interests.
How much does Higham House Nursing Home cost?
The CQC register does not list fees, so ask Higham House Nursing Home for its weekly fee. As a guide, North Northamptonshire council paid on average £695 a week for a nursing care place for people aged 65 and over in 2024-2025, against £1,102 across England (GOV.UK adult social care finance report). People who pay for their own care are usually charged more than councils pay.