Residential care home is a type of care facility that provides accommodation, meals, and personal care to individuals who are unable to live independently in their own homes due to old age, disability, illness, or other reasons.

Residential care homes can vary in size and may be privately owned or run by local authorities or charities. They typically provide 24-hour support and care, including help with tasks such as bathing, dressing, and medication management.

Residents of residential care homes have their own private rooms and may share communal spaces such as lounges and dining areas. Some care homes may also offer additional services such as social activities, outings, and access to healthcare professionals.

Residential care homes are regulated by the Care Quality Commission (CQC) in England, the Care Inspectorate in Scotland, the Care and Social Services Inspectorate Wales (CSSIW), and the Regulation and Quality Improvement Authority (RQIA) in Northern Ireland to ensure that they meet certain standards of safety, care, and cleanliness