Beechwood Place Nursing Home, Malton
CQC Inspection Breakdown
| Safe | Good |
| Effective | Good |
| Caring | Good |
| Responsive | Good |
| Well-led | Good |
About Beechwood Place Nursing Home
Beechwood Place is a care home providing personal and nursing care to 35 older people living with a range of health care needs. Some people required support with memory loss and dementia, whilst others were reliant on care staff to assist them with their personal care and health needs. At the time of our inspection there were 34 people living at the service.
Source: CQC inspection report
Specialisms
About Beechwood Place Nursing Home
Families in Malton, North Yorkshire looking for nursing care may wish to consider Beechwood Place Nursing Home, a registered care home with nursing in the area. The home is operated by Beechwood Place Care Ltd and can accommodate up to 35 residents. Following their most recent inspection on 21/12/2019, the Care Quality Commission rated Beechwood Place Nursing Home as Good. Across the five inspection categories, the home scored Good for Safe, Effective, Caring, Responsive, Well-led. The home caters to a range of care needs, including caring for adults under 65 yrs, dementia and caring for adults over 65 yrs. The service supports dementia, older people, 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 YO17 postcode area has 5 registered care homes with a combined 236 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.
Beechwood Place Nursing Home is one of the care homes in North Yorkshire — a local authority with 203 CQC-registered homes, 166 of which are rated Good or Outstanding.
Respite Care at Beechwood Place Nursing Home
As a nursing care home, Beechwood Place Nursing Home in Malton can often provide respite care — short-term stays designed to give family carers a planned break while their loved one receives professional care. Respite placements typically last from a few days to several weeks, depending on need and availability.
Who might use respite care here?
Families caring for someone with dementia, physical disabilities, or complex nursing needs at home often use respite care to manage caregiver burnout, attend to personal health matters, or take a holiday knowing their loved one is safe and cared for. With 35 beds and nursing staff on-site, Beechwood Place Nursing Home can manage residents with higher care needs during their stay.
How respite care works
Respite stays are usually arranged in advance through the local authority's adult social care team or directly with the home. Your relative receives the same level of care as permanent residents — meals, medication, activities, and staff support — for a fraction of the permanent weekly fee. Funding may come from the local council, your savings, or a combination. The home will need a recent care assessment and details of your relative's medical conditions and medication.
Questions to ask about respite
When contacting Beechwood Place Nursing Home, confirm they accept respite placements, check their availability calendar (respite beds fill quickly in peak seasons), ask about their cancellation policy if your plans change, and whether they offer flexible lengths of stay or minimum-length requirements. It's also worth asking how they handle the settling-in period — some homes assign a key worker for respite residents to aid continuity.
Contact Beechwood Place Nursing Home directly or speak with your local authority commissioning team to arrange a respite assessment.
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Further Reading & Official Sources
- Official CQC inspection report for Beechwood Place Nursing Home
- View Beechwood Place Nursing Home on Google Maps
- NHS care home finder near YO17 9DP
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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.
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 Beechwood Place Nursing 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 Beechwood Place Nursing Home on 21/12/2019 and rated it Good. 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?
Beechwood Place Nursing Home has nursing staff experienced in supporting people with caring for adults under 65 yrs and dementia. In the most recent CQC inspection on 21/12/2019, the home was rated Good 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 Beechwood Place Nursing Home as Good for Safe care on 21/12/2019. 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 Beechwood Place Nursing 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 Beechwood Place Nursing Home as Good for Caring on 21/12/2019. 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 Beechwood Place Nursing Home?
Beechwood Place Nursing Home in Malton is rated Good by the Care Quality Commission. The most recent inspection was on 21/12/2019. The home has 35 beds.
How many beds does Beechwood Place Nursing Home have?
Beechwood Place Nursing Home has 35 beds and operates as a care home with nursing in Malton.
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