In the care sector, balancing quality service with financial sustainability is paramount. With average annual care home fees in England ranging from £54,184 for residential care to over £71,344 for nursing care, it’s crucial for care providers to have precise control over their expenditures. Understanding your Cost Per Resident Per Day (CPRD) is essential for effective budgeting and ensuring the well-being of residents.​

What Is CPRD and Why Does It Matter?

CPRD is a metric that calculates the average daily cost of providing care to a resident, encompassing all associated expenses such as meals, staffing, utilities, and other operational costs. Monitoring this figure in real-time allows care providers to make informed decisions, adjust budgets promptly, and maintain financial health without compromising on care quality.​

Introducing Real-Time CPRD Tracking with CaterCloud

EF-group’s CaterCloud system offers an innovative solution for real-time CPRD tracking. As meals are planned within the system, the CPRD is calculated automatically, providing immediate visibility into daily and weekly costs. This feature enables care providers to:​

  • Monitor Daily Costs: View the average cost per resident per day in real-time, ensuring meals stay within budget.​
  • Adjust Meal Plans: Modify menus easily to align with nutritional targets and cost constraints.​
  • Visual Indicators: Utilise colour-coded traffic lights to quickly identify when costs are on target, near target, or exceeding the set limits.​
  • Detailed Reporting: Export daily breakdowns to analyse spending patterns and make data-driven decisions.​

The Benefits of Real-Time CPRD Tracking

  • Enhanced Budget Control: Stay within financial limits by monitoring costs as they occur.​
  • Improved Nutritional Planning: Ensure meals meet residents’ dietary needs without overspending.​
  • Operational Efficiency: Streamline meal planning processes and reduce administrative workload.​
  • Data-Driven Decisions: Leverage real-time data to make informed adjustments and improvements.​

Take Control of Your Care Home’s Finances

Implementing real-time CPRD tracking with CaterCloud empowers care providers to maintain financial stability while delivering high-quality care. By integrating this system, you can ensure that your care home operates efficiently, stays within budget, and continues to meet the needs of your residents.​

To learn more about how CaterCloud can assist in managing your CPRD and enhancing your care home’s operations, contact Chris Kirton our Head of Business Development on 07484 521996 or email chriskirton@ef-group.co.uk