Stubby Leas Nursing Home

Fisherwick Road, Nr Whittington, Lichfield, WS13 8PT

01827383496

Care Type

Nursing Care

CQC rating published

16 February 2023

Provider

Stubby Leas Care Home LTD

Beds

48 beds

About Stubby Leas Nursing Home

Stubby Leas is a 48-bed nursing home located on Fisherwick Road near Whittington, close to Lichfield in Staffordshire. The home provides nursing care for older people, younger adults, and those living with dementia. It was rated Good by the Care Quality Commission following an inspection in February 2023.

The home is operated by Stubby Leas Care Home LTD and offers a mixed-age environment, accommodating residents across different age groups and care needs. Its location offers access to local services whilst maintaining a semi-rural setting in the West Midlands area. The Good rating reflects the quality of care and services provided at the time of inspection.

Specialist Care

DementiaOlder peopleYounger adults

Practical details from the provider

The home has landscaped gardens with seating.

Published on the provider's website, checked 2 October 2026. Confirm arrangements with the home before deciding.

Fees and availability

We have not verified a current weekly fee for this home. Ask for a written quote based on the room and care needed, including any extra charges.

Check current vacancies, the admission assessment and visiting arrangements directly with the home.

5 Questions to Ask on Your Visit

When visiting Stubby Leas Nursing Home, consider asking...

1.What specific dementia training do staff receive and how recently?
2.How do you support a resident who becomes distressed or confused?
3.How does the home keep a record of a resident's life history and personal preferences?
4.How do you involve families as dementia progresses and communication becomes harder?
5.What happens when a resident's dementia reaches an advanced stage?

5 Things to Look For on Your Visit

When you visit Stubby Leas Nursing Home, look out for...

1.Is the environment calm, uncluttered and easy to navigate?
2.Do staff speak to residents with patience and dignity, even if they repeat themselves?
3.Are there memory cues around the home -- photos, familiar objects, clear signage?
4.Do residents seem settled and safe, or agitated and unsupervised?
5.Is there meaningful activity happening, or are residents just sitting quietly with nothing to do?

Could the NHS fund Stubby Leas Nursing Home's fees?

The average nursing home costs £1,535 per week. That's £79,820 a year. NHS Continuing Healthcare could cover all of it. No means test, no contribution from you.

Find out if the NHS could fund these fees