MOH-licensed residential care for seniors who need 24-hour nursing. Use this directory to find a home by region or by what care your parent actually needs.
What is it?
Nursing homes (NH) are MOH-licensed residential facilities providing 24-hour nursing care, assistance with daily activities (ADLs), and medical oversight. They are the most intensive form of residential eldercare in Singapore — typically chosen when family caregiving at home is no longer feasible, or when post-hospital recovery requires nursing supervision.
Who it suits
Seniors with significant care needs (ADL dependency in ≥ 3 areas)
Post-stroke or post-surgical residents needing continuous nursing
Dementia residents whose family can no longer safely care for them at home
Residents with complex medication regimens or wound care requirements
Published fees at VWO-run and private nursing homes typically range from S$80–S$200 per day (roughly S$2,400–S$6,000 per month) for shared-ward accommodation before any subsidies; premium private homes can exceed S$8,000 per month. The MOH portable subsidy, determined through household income means-testing, is available to eligible Singapore Citizens and Permanent Residents and can reduce the net cost substantially — eligible SCs often pay as little as S$25–S$70 per day after subsidy. MediSave and CareShield Life payouts may further offset ongoing costs for qualifying residents. See our subsidy guide for full details.
Frequently asked questions
How much does a nursing home cost in Singapore?
Published fees typically range from S$80–S$200 per day (roughly S$2,400–S$6,000/month) for shared-ward accommodation before subsidies. Premium private homes can exceed S$8,000/month. After the MOH portable subsidy via household income means-testing, eligible Singapore Citizens can pay as little as S$25–S$70/day net. Confirm the exact post-subsidy figure with AIC at 1800-650-6060.
Who qualifies for a nursing home placement?
Patients who need 24-hour nursing or significant personal care that cannot safely be provided at home. A doctor’s referral and an AIC care needs assessment are typically required. Residents generally have dependency in three or more activities of daily living (ADLs).
How do I apply for a subsidised nursing home place?
Apply through AIC. The usual route is: hospital, polyclinic, or GP referral → AIC care needs assessment and household income means-test → home allocation. A hospital medical social worker can submit the application during discharge planning. Call AIC CareLine on 1800-650-6060 for guidance.
How long is the typical waitlist?
Waitlists vary by region and room type. Central-region homes and single-occupancy rooms often have longer waits than shared wards in less central areas. AIC CareLine (1800-650-6060) can help identify homes with available beds.
Can my parent keep seeing their existing specialist?
Your parent’s specialist can usually continue to see them for specific conditions. Day-to-day GP care typically transfers to the nursing home’s in-house medical team. Confirm the arrangement with both the specialist’s clinic and the nursing home admissions team.
What is the difference between a nursing home and a community hospital?
Community hospitals provide short-to-medium-term step-down care focused on rehabilitation, with an expected discharge back home or to a lower-care setting. Nursing homes provide long-term residential care with no fixed discharge timeline, for patients whose care needs are unlikely to reduce significantly.
Related care types
Community hospitals
Day rehabilitation centres
Senior day care centres
Last fact-checked: 9 June 2026. See the latest audit report for sources and methodology.