Mavern House Nursing Home
Nursing home · Melksham
Corsham Road, Shaw, Melksham, SN12 8EH
Run by Mavern Care Limited
- GoodCQC · Jan 2025
- 8.0Our score
- Beds55
- Type of careNursing
- Phone01225 708168
Latest inspection
- Inspected on 9 January 2025
What the inspectors rate
- SafeGood
- EffectiveGood
- CaringGood
- ResponsiveGood
- Well-ledGood
- Regulator
- Care Quality Commission
- Registered as
- Mavern House Nursing Home
- Status
- Registered in England
- Latest rating
- Good
- Register number
- 1-140838001
From the public register of the Care Quality Commission, checked on 2 November 2026.
About Mavern House Nursing Home
Mavern House Nursing Home provides nursing, dementia and residential care in Shaw, alongside respite, rehabilitation and end-of-life care. Its nursing service supports medical needs including diabetes and Parkinson’s disease, as well as recovery after strokes or falls.
Daily life includes games, discussion groups and film club, with reminiscence activities and walks also available. Personal care plans record how residents want to live and are reviewed as needs change, with contributions from families and loved ones. The home’s approach keeps personal care plans reviewed as needs change to reflect each resident’s circumstances.
Care on offer
- Care homes
Compared with Melksham
Nearest
| Name | Distance | Official rating | Our score | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blenheim House Care HomeMelksham | 1.1 miles | Good | 7.4 | |
| Alpine Villa Care HomeMelksham | 1.6 miles | Good | 7.4 | |
| The Old ParsonageMelksham | 1.7 miles | Good | 8.0 | |
| OSJCT BrooksideMelksham | 1.7 miles | Good | 8.4 | |
| Ordinary Life Project Association - 5 St Margaret's GardensMelksham | 1.7 miles | Requires improvement | 5.6 |
What stands out
What stands out
- Rehabilitation after illness or injury
- Wide enrichment programme
Suits: Older adults needing nursing, dementia or rehabilitation care
Types of care
Also works on: nursing
Location
Corsham Road, Shaw, Melksham, SN12 8EH
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Questions families ask
Are the bedrooms en-suite and can residents personalise them?
Yes. Most bedrooms are en-suite, and residents are encouraged to personalise their rooms so they reflect who they are and feel like home.
What food do residents get at Mavern House?
They serve nutritious meals with varied choices, familiar favourites and daily alternatives. The team gets to know residents’ likes and dislikes, with snacks also available.
What activities are available at Mavern House?
Activities include board games, crosswords, jigsaws, discussion groups, film and reading clubs, storytelling, reminiscence, baking, jam-making and walks. A community choir also performs several times a year.
What types of care does Mavern House offer?
They provide residential, dementia, nursing, respite, rehabilitation and end-of-life care. Care is assessed regularly and adapted if a resident’s needs change.
How do they help new residents settle in?
They listen to residents and their families and record preferred routines and daily life in a Personal Care Plan. The plan is reviewed regularly so changes and improvements can be made.
Are nurses on site 24 hours a day?
Yes. Registered nurses are available around the clock and work with GPs and specialists to support residents’ health needs continuously.