Nurturing Nest

Suite 10 - Chiltern Chambers, Reading RG4 7DH
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  • Nurturing Nest, Reading
Nurturing Nest provides exceptional home care services across Reading, Wokingham, and Oxfordshire, combining clinical excellence with heartfelt compassion.

Founded by registered nurses with extensive care home management experience, Nurturing Nest focuses on empowering people to live independently in their own homes through comprehensive, preventative care.

Beyond traditional care services, Nurturing Nest offers a unique holistic approach that includes alternative therapies like Reiki healing for pain management and relaxation. The skilled team delivers everything from personal care and medication management to housekeeping and garden maintenance, creating a complete support system that nurtures both physical and emotional wellbeing.

Nurturing Nest's dedicated training department provides specialist education for families and caregivers, with a particular focus on dementia care. Regular support groups offer valuable spaces for sharing experiences and coping strategies, while expert-led sessions provide practical guidance on navigating the care journey.

Based in Caversham, Nurturing Nest takes pride in maintaining strong relationships with local GPs and healthcare professionals, ensuring coordinated care delivery.

Each care team member receives extensive training through Nurturing Nest's accredited trainers, guaranteeing consistent, high-quality care that truly makes a difference in people's lives.

Care Provided by Nurturing Nest

  • Type of Service
  • Home Care Provider
  • Privately Owned
  • Specialist Care Categories
  • Alcohol Dependence (past or present)
  • Call in Service
  • Cleaning Service
  • Companionship
  • Dementia
  • Domestic Services / Home Help
  • Drug Dependence (past or present)
  • Food Preparation & Serving
  • High Dependency Care, two carers attending
  • Laundry Service
  • Medication Assistance
  • Mental Health Condition
  • Older Person Care
  • Personal Hygiene Care
  • Physical Disability
  • Respite cover
  • Sensory Impairment
  • Shopping Service / Errands
  • Sit in Service
  • Transportation Service
  • Other Care Provided
  • 24 Hour Care
  • Adult Home Care (18+)
  • Hospital Discharge
  • Live in Carer
  • Personal Care (on a contracted hours basis)
  • Personal Care Assessments
  • Risk Assessments in the Home

Good to Know

  • Owner
  • Nurse Consulting Ltd
  • Person in charge
  • Alexandru Toasca (Manager)
  • Admission Criteria
    • The registered provider must not provide Personal Care in a specialist service to people whose presenting need for care or support is as a direct result of the person’s learning disability and or autism at or from Nurturing Nest Office.

Funding & Fees Guide for Nurturing Nest

  • Prices
  • Standard Rates (Mon-Fri before 6pm):


    Personal Care: £30/hour
    Home Services: £18-22/hour
    Maintenance: £25/hour
    Specialist Services: Exercise £25/30min, Reiki £50/30min


    Enhanced Rates:


    Evenings (after 6pm) & Weekends: +15% on standard rates


    Overnight Care (12 hours):


    Sleep-in: £299 (weekdays) / £330 (weekends)
    Waking Night: £420 (weekdays) / £465 (weekends)
    High Risk Care: £560


  • Rates subject to holiday surcharges. Materials/supplies charged separately. Minimum booking times apply. Contact for personalized quote.


8.0

Nurturing Nest has a Review Score of 8.0 (8.000) out of 10, based on 1 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time Nurturing Nest has 1 review.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

The staff are so kind and caring. The agency is looking after the property not just my dad! It feels all safe and controlled and he is looking so much better. I couldn't be happier! He is not eating well, learning to video call with us and is more alert. No infections so far because they keep an eye
on things and I am just reassured.

Reply from Alexandru Toasca, Registered Manager at Nurturing Nest

Thank you very much for your kind words! I'm glad to hear you are reassured and satisfied with our service!


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Current Review Score: 8.0 (8.000)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 8.0 (8.000) out of 10 for Nurturing Nest is based on a) the Average Rating and b) the number of positive Reviews.

  • a) The Average Rating is 5.0 out of 5 from 1 Reviews in the last 24 months.

  • b) The score for the number of positive Reviews is 3.0 out of 5 from 1 positive Reviews in the last 24 months.

Detailed Breakdown of Review Score

The maximum Review Score for a Home Care Provider is 10, which is made up from the Average Rating of Reviews (maximum of 5 points) and the Number of Reviews (maximum of 5 points) in the last 24 months:

  • a) 5 Points are available for the Average Rating from all Reviews in the last 24 months.

    The Average Rating of 5.000 for Nurturing Nest is calculated as follows: ( (6 Excellents x 5) ) ÷ 6 Ratings = 5

  • b) 5 Points are available for the number of Positive Reviews in the last 24 months. A Positive Review is defined as any Review with an 'Overall Experience' of '4' or '5' (out of a max rating '5').

    The 5 points available are broken down as follows: 3 points for the first Positive Review, 2 points in total for each of the next 9 Positive Reviews (1st = 3, 2nd = 0.5, 3rd = 0.5, 4th = 0.25, 5th = 0.25, 6th = 0.1, 7th = 0.1, 8th = 0.1, 9th = 0.1, 10th = 0.1)

    The 5 points relating to the number of Positive Reviews for Nurturing Nest is based on 1 Positive Reviews in the last 24 months and is calculated as follows: 3 = 3

  • When a Review is submitted by someone who has previously submitted a Review, only the latest Review will count towards the Review Score.

  • If a Home Care Provider does not have a review in the last 24 months, then it will not have a Review Score.

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Meet the Team (3)

Alexandru

Alexandru Toasca

Job Title: Registered Manager

Joined: 2024

Alexandru Toasca, Registered Manager at Nurturing Nest, brings extensive healthcare expertise developed through a diverse career spanning nearly a decade in the UK care sector. Originally from Romania, Alexandru exemplifies the journey of professional growth and dedication, having progressed from healthcare assistant to registered nurse, and ultimately to care home management.
His comprehensive understanding of care delivery comes from hands-on experience in various leadership roles, including Clinical Lead Nurse, Unit Manager, and Deputy Manager. Most notably, Alexandru spent four years as a Registered Manager of a nursing home in Berkshire, where he developed his expertise in complex care management and regulatory compliance.
Known for his calm demeanor and analytical approach, Alexandru combines clinical excellence with genuine compassion. His commitment to continuous learning and openness to innovation drives Nurturing Nest's mission to revolutionize domiciliary care. His intimate knowledge of both nursing home and community care environments uniquely positions him to lead a service focused on enabling people to remain independent in their own homes.


Stefan

Stefan Colan

Job Title: Governance and Compliance Lead

Joined: 2024

As Nurturing Nest's Nominated Individual and Governance Lead, Stefan Colan brings strong leadership to quality assurance and regulatory compliance. His appointment demonstrates Nurturing Nest's commitment to maintaining the highest standards of care delivery.
In his role, Stefan oversees the organization's governance framework, ensuring robust systems for quality monitoring and continuous improvement. His expertise in regulatory compliance and quality assurance helps shape Nurturing Nest's policies and procedures, maintaining high standards across all aspects of service delivery.
Stefan's dedication to excellence in care is evident in his hands-on approach to quality assurance and his commitment to fostering a culture of continuous improvement. His leadership helps ensure that Nurturing Nest not only meets but exceeds regulatory requirements while maintaining its focus on person-centered care.


Miriam

Miriam Queta

Job Title: Training and Development Lead

Joined: 2024

As Training and Development Lead at Nurturing Nest, Miriam Queta brings vibrant energy and extensive expertise to the organization's educational initiatives. With over six years of experience across both domiciliary care and care home settings in the UK, coupled with a Bachelor's degree with Honours in Health and Social Care, Miriam combines academic knowledge with practical expertise.
Her passion for education shines through in her approach to staff development. Drawing from her previous training responsibilities, Miriam has honed her ability to transfer knowledge effectively, ensuring care staff are thoroughly prepared and confident in their roles. Her commitment to excellence is evident in her methodical approach to training delivery and her dedication to going above and beyond standard requirements.
Miriam's multicultural background and trilingual abilities in Creole, Portuguese, and English enhance Nurturing Nest's inclusive training environment. Her natural sociability and engaging teaching style create an atmosphere where learning flourishes. Known for her efficiency and problem-solving capabilities, Miriam continuously seeks new challenges and opportunities to enhance the organization's training programs.


Frequently Asked Questions about Nurturing Nest

What Type of Services does Nurturing Nest offer?

Nurturing Nest offers Home Care.

How many Carers does Nurturing Nest employ?

Nurturing Nest employs 10 carers.