Appletrees Care Home, Bromsgrove
CQC Inspection Breakdown
| Safe | Requires improvement |
| Effective | Requires improvement |
| Caring | Good |
| Responsive | Good |
| Well-led | Requires improvement |
About Appletrees Care Home
Date of assessment: 02 December 2025. Appletrees Care Home is a nursing home which provides nursing and personal care and treatment for disease, disorder and injury (TDDI) for up to 46 people.
What residents and families say
People told us staff were kind and helped them.
One person told us, “Staff are nice and very kind".
". Another person said, “Staff are very nice, they help me when I get stuck, all the staff are nice friendly and helpful"
Source: CQC inspection report
Specialisms
About Appletrees Care Home
Appletrees Care Home in Bromsgrove offers round-the-clock nursing alongside personal care, helping residents maintain their wellbeing and sense of belonging. The home is operated by Whitelodge Alveley Limited and can accommodate up to 46 residents. Following their most recent inspection on 29/12/2025, the Care Quality Commission rated Appletrees Care Home as Requires improvement. Across the five inspection categories, the home scored Good for Caring, Responsive; Requires Improvement for Safe and Effective and Well-led. The home caters to a range of care needs, including sensory impairments, caring for adults under 65 yrs, dementia, learning disabilities, caring for adults over 65 yrs and physical disabilities. The service supports dementia, learning disabilities or autistic spectrum disorder, older people, physical disability, sensory impairment, younger adults. Regulated activities at the home include accommodation for persons who require nursing or personal care and treatment of disease, disorder or injury. The B61 postcode area has 10 registered care homes with a combined 487 beds — so there are options to compare in the local area.
Finding the right care home is a deeply personal decision, and we hope this information helps you and your family feel more confident as you explore your options. Every person deserves care that respects their individuality, and the right home will feel welcoming from the moment you walk through the door.
Appletrees Care Home is one of the care homes in Worcestershire — a local authority with 177 CQC-registered homes, 130 of which are rated Good or Outstanding.
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Further Reading & Official Sources
- Official CQC inspection report for Appletrees Care Home
- View Appletrees Care Home on Google Maps
- NHS care home finder near B61 9LE
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What to Expect When Visiting
When visiting a nursing care home, it helps to see the clinical environment in action alongside the day-to-day living spaces. A good visit should leave you feeling reassured about both the medical and emotional care on offer.
- Try to visit at different times of day, including mealtimes, to see the home in action.
- Speak with staff and, if possible, current residents or their families about their experience.
- Ask about the nurse-to-resident ratio, especially during nights and weekends.
- Check whether the home can manage any specific medical conditions or equipment needs.
- Check whether outside spaces are secure and whether activities are tailored for people with dementia.
- Assess the accessibility of corridors, bathrooms, and outdoor areas for wheelchair users.
Questions to Ask When Visiting
It can be hard to know what to ask during a care home visit. Here are some questions tailored to Appletrees Care Home's type of care that may help guide your conversation:
- 1 What medical conditions do your nurses have experience managing?
- 2 How quickly can a nurse attend to a resident in an emergency?
- 3 Are there regular GP visits, or do residents need to travel for appointments?
- 4 What is your approach to pain management and end-of-life care?
For a more complete checklist, see our guide to choosing a care home.
Official CQC Inspection Report
The Care Quality Commission last inspected Appletrees Care Home on 29/12/2025 and rated it Requires improvement. The full report includes detailed findings on safety, staffing, and quality of care.
Read the full CQC reportWhat families typically look for
- - Whether nurses are on-site 24 hours and their qualifications
- - How the home manages medication and medical emergencies
- - Staff-to-resident ratios, especially overnight
- - Specialist dementia training and secure outdoor spaces
These reflect common priorities we see from families researching care homes. For personalised advice, we recommend visiting in person and speaking to current families.
Frequently Asked Questions
What medical conditions do your nurses have experience managing?
Appletrees Care Home has nursing staff experienced in supporting people with sensory impairments and caring for adults under 65 yrs. In the most recent CQC inspection on 29/12/2025, the home was rated Requires Improvement for Safe care — a category that covers clinical training, medication management, and infection control. Ask the nursing team directly about any specific medical conditions during your visit.
How quickly can a nurse attend to a resident in an emergency?
CQC inspectors rated Appletrees Care Home as Requires Improvement for Safe care on 29/12/2025. The Safe domain covers emergency protocols, staffing ratios, and risk management. Ask the home about nurse-to-resident ratios specifically during night and weekend shifts, when response times are most critical.
Are there regular GP visits, or do residents need to travel for appointments?
Residents at Appletrees Care Home typically remain registered with a local GP who can visit the home for routine and urgent appointments. As a nursing care home, on-site nurses handle day-to-day clinical care. Ask the home which GP surgery they work with and how specialist referrals are managed.
What is your approach to pain management and end-of-life care?
CQC inspectors rated Appletrees Care Home as Good for Caring on 29/12/2025. This domain specifically assesses how staff treat residents with compassion and dignity, including during palliative and end-of-life care. Ask the nursing team about their approach to pain management and whether they work with a local hospice or palliative care team.
What is the CQC rating for Appletrees Care Home?
Appletrees Care Home in Bromsgrove is rated Requires improvement by the Care Quality Commission. The most recent inspection was on 29/12/2025. The home has 46 beds.
How many beds does Appletrees Care Home have?
Appletrees Care Home has 46 beds and operates as a care home with nursing in Bromsgrove.
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