Nursing home in Bizerte, Tunisia
Opening 2026
This nursing home in Bizerte has not yet opened. Our one signed partner establishment is currently in Tunis. Register today on our priority waiting list to secure your relative's place and a preferential rate when Bizerte opens.
Why choose Bizerte for elderly care
Bizerte is the northernmost city in Tunisia (around 145,000 inhabitants), set between a sheltered old port, a vast lake and unspoilt beaches. For families looking to place a relative abroad, it combines several practical advantages:
- 🌡️ Temperate climate year-round — no heatwaves, mild winters around 12 °C
- 🗣️ English-speaking staff so your relative and family stay in close contact
- ⚓ Old port and medina listed as national heritage — a calm, characterful setting
- ✈️ Tunis-Carthage Airport about an hour away, with 2.5–3h flights from the UK
- 💷 Care fees 40 to 60% lower than an equivalent UK nursing home
- 🌿 Peaceful atmosphere away from the tourist bustle, ideal for those seeking quiet
Rooms and facilities
The planned Bizerte nursing home is being designed for comfort, safety and accessibility, with single and double rooms intended to include:
- Private en-suite bathroom built to accessibility standards (walk-in shower, grab rails)
- Sea or garden views, with Mediterranean architecture and traditional patios
- Reversible air conditioning
- Electric adjustable care bed
- Telephone, television and free Wi-Fi
- 24-hour nurse call system
- Step-free access, lift and adapted communal areas throughout
Medical care and staff
Care will be delivered by a team on-site 24 hours a day, including English-speaking members so families can follow their relative’s care with confidence:
- Coordinating doctor overseeing each resident’s care plan
- Qualified nurses working day and night shifts
- Care assistants trained in supporting dependent elderly people
- Physiotherapist with a focus on respiratory care, benefiting from the temperate climate
- Occupational therapist to adapt everyday activities
- Psychological support, with fast access to the teaching hospitals in Tunis (about an hour away)
The Bizerte nursing home is intended to care for chronic conditions in older adults, with a dedicated secure unit for residents living with advanced Alzheimer’s disease or dementia. Thanks to its mild northern air, it is especially well suited to residents with respiratory conditions. Our team can also advise on diabetes, cardiac conditions and post-stroke recovery.
Daily life and activities
A good nursing home supports independence, dignity and social connection. Day-to-day life in Bizerte is planned around:
- 🎨 Creative workshops (painting, crafts, writing)
- 🎵 Music sessions and singing
- 🧘 Gentle exercise and adapted movement classes
- 🃏 Board games, reading and film afternoons
- 🌅 Group outings to the old port, medina and lakeside
- 👨👩👧 Family visits encouraged, with video calls to keep relatives abroad in touch
Meals and catering
- Three meals a day prepared fresh on-site
- Renowned local seafood, with fresh fish landed daily
- Menus adapted to dietary needs (diabetes, low-salt, soft or puréed diets)
- Tea-time and snacks
- Communal dining room or in-room dining when preferred
Indicative pricing
The figures below are clearly indicative ranges to help you plan. Your relative’s final rate depends on their level of dependency and the options chosen. UK fees shown for comparison are approximate.
| Level of care | Indicative monthly price | Typically includes |
|---|---|---|
| Lower dependency | From ~£1,800/month (≈ €2,100) | Accommodation + meals + basic nursing care |
| Moderate dependency | From ~£2,150/month (≈ €2,500) | + enhanced daily support |
| High dependency | From ~£2,600/month (≈ €3,100) | + intensive care + secure unit |
Around 40 to 60% lower than an equivalent UK nursing home (often £1,000–£1,500 per week). Request a personalised estimate within 48 hours.
How to register your interest
- Call or WhatsApp +33 9 70 70 30 20
- Free, no-obligation chat about your relative’s situation (around 15 minutes)
- Personalised estimate within 48 hours
- Virtual tour of our open Tunis partner, by video call
- Waiting list: secure a place and a preferential rate for Bizerte 2026
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Frequently asked questions
How much does a nursing home in Bizerte, Tunisia cost?
As an indicative guide, monthly fees typically range from around £1,800 to £2,600 depending on your relative's level of dependency, the room chosen and the care required. That is generally 40 to 60% less than equivalent care in the UK, which often costs £1,000–£1,500 per week. We send a clear, itemised estimate within 48 hours, with no obligation.
Do the staff speak English?
Yes. Our partner's care teams in Tunisia include multilingual, English-speaking staff, so your relative and your family can communicate comfortably with nurses, carers and the coordinating doctor. We also act as your English-speaking liaison throughout, from first enquiry to admission and beyond.
Can a nursing home in Bizerte care for Alzheimer's or dementia?
Yes. The planned Bizerte nursing home is designed to care for age-related conditions including [Alzheimer's disease](/en/alzheimers-care-tunisia/) and [dementia](/en/dementia-care-tunisia/), with a secure unit for residents who need closer supervision. Trained staff support residents living with memory loss day and night.
When does the Bizerte nursing home open?
The Bizerte facility is planned to open in 2026. Our one signed partner establishment is currently in Tunis, about an hour away. You can register now on the priority waiting list for Bizerte to secure a place and a preferential rate when it opens.
What is the difference between a nursing home and a senior residence?
A [nursing home](/en/nursing-homes-tunisia/) provides 24/7 medical and nursing care for dependent or semi-dependent elderly people. A [senior residence](/en/senior-residences-tunisia/) suits autonomous seniors who want comfort and companionship without round-the-clock nursing. We help you choose the right option for your relative.
How far is Bizerte from the UK?
Bizerte is in northern Tunisia, about an hour by road from Tunis-Carthage International Airport. Direct flights from the UK take roughly 2.5 to 3 hours, making regular family visits straightforward. We help you plan visits and can coordinate transfers on arrival.