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The Orchard Nursing Home
129-135 Camp Road, St Albans AL1 5HL
9.7114 Reviews
The Orchard Nursing Home
The Orchard Nursing Home
"My mother has been at The Orchard since April 2024 and I just wanted to say how amazing all the team are from Christine the cleaner, Donna..."Read all 114 reviews

from £1,615 / week63 Rooms

Location Type: Care Home

The Orchard Nursing Home is located in a quiet residential area of St Albans, a calm and welcoming setting for residents. This purpose-built care home features bright and modern interiors, beautifully... Read more

  • Older Person Care
  • Younger Adult Care
  • Respite Care
  • Permanent Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Nursing Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Nursing Care

Caring Homes Group Reviews in Hertfordshire (114)

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Caring Homes Group has a Group Review Score of 9.7 (9.683) out of 10. The Group Review Score is calculated using the average from all locations with a Review Score, and in addition 75%+ of all locations belonging to Caring Homes Group must have a Review Score.

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Review of The Orchard Nursing Home from S R (Daughter of Resident) published on 29 June 2026 Submitted via Postal Card•
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My mother spent the last 6 mths of her life in The Orchard. There was a welcoming and relaxed but professional atmosphere which helped the residents and their families feel at home. The Orchard is well led by their manager and his senior staff who were always available and helpful. Mums views were valued and changes made when possible. All the staff were kind and supportive, with a can do attitude and positive approach. Mum was treated with dignity and respect by everyone, the care staff were attentive and responsive to her changing needs. As a family we were attentive and responsive to her changing needs. As a family we were always made to feel welcome, there was excellent communication with G.P services. Her end of life was dealt with in a sensitive and appropriate way.

↩Reply from Dumitru Varzaru, Home Manager at The Orchard Nursing Home

Thank you for taking the time to leave us a review and your kind words and recognition of our team at The Orchard Nursing Home. We are sorry for your loss, and we hope we made your Mum's time with us as comfortable and peaceful as possible. The care and services we deliver as a team to our...  

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Review of The Orchard Nursing Home from Zoe P (Daughter of Resident) published on 8 June 2026 Submitted via Postal Card•
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My mother has been at The Orchard since April 2024 and I just wanted to say how amazing all the team are from Christine the cleaner, Donna the receptionist, Cynthia and Dumitru and all the wonderful nurses and care workers. I can't express how grateful I am to everyone who looks after my mother on a daily basis. Everyone does a fantastic job. Not foggeting Steve the Handyman, Julie and her team and all in the kitchen and the laundry! Thank you.

↩Reply from Dumitru Varzaru, Home Manager at The Orchard Nursing Home

Thank you for taking the time to leave us a review, Zoe. We are so pleased to read your positive comments about your mother's care and the recognition of the team at The Orchard Nursing Home. We're glad you feel the team are very accommodating, your mother's needs are being met, and that she's in capable hands. Your feedback will be shared with the team who will be delighted with your review.

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Review of The Orchard Nursing Home from M Q (Son of Resident) published on 26 May 2026 Submitted via Postal Card•
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This was the first time we'd made use of a care home and tried one week of respite care for my mother, who is suffering with Alzheimers disease. The experience was first-rate and we will definitely make use of this excellent facility again. With huge thanks to all of the staff and also particularly to Daisy - the lovely dog... of whom my mother became very fond!

↩Reply from Dumitru Varzaru, Home Manager at The Orchard Nursing Home

Thank you for taking the time to leave us a review. We are so please to read your positive comments about your mother's care and the recognition of the team at The Orchard Nursing Home. Your feedback will be shared with the team who will be delighted with your review.

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Review of The Orchard Nursing Home from Gina D (Respite Resident) published on 5 May 2026 Submitted via Postal Card•
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I have been very happy and well cared for here.

↩Reply from Dumitru Varzaru, Home Manager at The Orchard Nursing Home

Thank you for taking the time to leave us a review, Gina. We are so pleased to read your positive comments about the care you are receiving and for your recognition of the team at The Orchard Care Home. Your feedback will be shared with the team.

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Review of The Orchard Nursing Home from D H (Friend of Resident) published on 5 May 2026 Submitted via Website•
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I have visited the orchard nursing home recently my dear friend admitted as respite care .My first impression gained feel as homely environment. I have met the General Manager Dumitru excels strategic leadership with exceptional intelligence .The staff are well led they are very compassionate .I felt like family atmosphere , the care staff are so compassionate. I have been look after very well I saw how residents are engaging in activities carers cater for residents interest which are highly praised .The general manager has excellent communication with families and friends .I felt listen and would like to come to stay for vacation as respite care .My friend has been looked after very well and had a good experience. The general manager Dumitru is very friendly approachable to talk .I have been overwhelmed experiencing a positive moment .The food is nutritious food with flexible dining options and support for those who are in need .I will recommend the orchard nursing home .

↩Reply from Dumitru Varzaru, Home Office at The Orchard Nursing Home

Thank you for taking the time to leave us a review. We are so pleased to read your positive comments about the care your friend is receiving and the recognition the team at The Orchard Nursing Home has received. The care and services we provide to our residents and families are important to us, and...  

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Review of The Orchard Nursing Home from D M (Resident / Service User) published on 8 April 2026 Submitted via Postal Card•
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The Orchard is well kept. The majority of staff are pleasant and helpful. The management excellent. I would recommend The Orchard. Thank you for making my stay very pleasant. Manager goes out of his way to sort out any problems lovely man!

↩Reply from Dumitru Varzaru, Home Manager at The Orchard Nursing Home

Thank you for taking the time to leave us a review. We are pleased to read your positive comments about the care and the team at The Orchard Nursing Home. Your comments will be shared with the team.

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Review of The Orchard Nursing Home from Michael R (Resident / Service User) published on 1 April 2026 Submitted via Postal Card•
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Given that I'm younger, in my 40's, they accommodate for all my needs and requests. I really cannot find fault. Everybody is great.

↩Reply from Dumitru Varzaru, Home Manager at The Orchard Nursing Home

Michael, thank you for taking the time to leave us a review. We are so pleased to read your positive comments about your care you are receiving and the team at The Orchard Nursing Home. The care and services we provide to our residents and their families are important to us and it's lovely to read...  

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Review of The Orchard Nursing Home from Sandra H (Daughter of Resident) published on 9 March 2026 Submitted via Postal Card•
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I can't fault The Orchard. The staff are very caring and always have a smile. It's lovely to know a nurse is on duty for medical things. The rooms are lovely nice and big so all the important things for your loved one can be placed around to make it homely. Food is great and the cakes are wow factor. Fantastic place.

↩Reply from Dumitru Varzaru, Home Manager at The Orchard Nursing Home

Thank you for taking the time to leave us a review, Sandra. We are so pleased to read your positive comments about your Mum's care and the team at The Orchard Nursing Home. The care and services we provide to our residents and their families are important to us and it's lovely to read your comments...  

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Review of The Orchard Nursing Home from Duncan S (Son of Resident) published on 30 January 2026 Submitted via Website•
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The onboarding process was very easy and the home made a big effort to make Mum comfortable. At Christmas we had lunch with the residents and the staff, especially the chef, had made a big effort.
Since Mum went in the nursing staff have assisted with her medication, hearing, dementia diagnosis and hearing issues.
The staff all smile, know the residents and treat them in a friendly manner.

On arrival to visit you are always greeted with a smiley face

↩Reply from Dumitru Varzaru, Home Manager at The Orchard Nursing Home

Duncan, thank you for your kind words and recognition of our team at The Orchard Nursing Home. We are so pleased to hear that we're meeting your expectations and that you were greeted with a warm welcome upon arrival at The Orchard. The care and services we deliver as a team to our residents and...  

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Review of The Orchard Nursing Home from David W (Son of Resident) published on 27 January 2026 Submitted via Postal Card•
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My mum became a resident at "The Orchard" Camp Rd St Albans in July 25. She was very happy there from day 1. She made lots of friends and joined into all the activities. My mum died Tuesday 13th Jan while being cared for by the staff at Orchard. They couldn't have done a better job or been more professional. My mum refused to go back to hospital because she wanted to continue her stay in the home familiar surroundings, in her own room, with friends.

↩Reply from Dumitru Varzaru, Home Manager at The Orchard Nursing Home

David, thank you for your kind words and recognition of the team at The Orchard Nursing Home. We are sorry for your loss. We were pleased to be able to give your mum the support she needed. The care and services we deliver as a team to our residents and families are extremely important to us, and it's lovely to read that your comments reflect this. Your comments will be shared with the team.

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Review of The Orchard Nursing Home from Deborah W (Daughter of Resident) published on 27 January 2026 Submitted via Postal Card•
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We have been very impressed with all aspects of the Orchard Care Home. All the staff are very friendly, helpful and kind. There is a friendly feel as soon as you walk in the door and meet the reception staff. My mother in law was made as comfortable as possible in the last five months of her life and was able to make friendship with staff and residents. The end of life care that she received was wonderful. We felt she has been cared for as a family member and and the nurses, carers and the manager were fully supportive of us at the end. Thank you.

↩Reply from Dumitru Varzaru, Home Manger at The Orchard Nursing Home

Deborah, thank you for your kind words and recognition of the team at The Orchard Nursing Home. We are sorry for your loss. The care and services we deliver as a team to our residents and families are extremely important to us, and it's lovely to read your comments reflect this. Your feedback will be shared with the team.

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Review of The Orchard Nursing Home from J S (Wife of Resident) published on 19 January 2026 Submitted via Postal Card•
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Kind and caring attentive after hospital stay.

↩Reply from Dumitru Varzaru, Home Manager at The Orchard Nursing Home

We would like to thank you for taking the time to leave us a review and positive comments about the home and team at The Orchard Nursing Home. The care and services we deliver as a team to our residents and families are extremely important to us, and it's lovely to read your comments reflect this. Your feedback will be shared with the team who will be delighted with your 5*review.

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Review of The Orchard Nursing Home from S H (Respite Resident) published on 19 January 2026 Submitted via Postal Card•
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A bright welcoming reception, tastefully decorated corridor beautiful photographs of Verulamium and addressed by name by everyone on arrival. No matter whatever nursing, caring or food beverage, everyone kind, gentle, welcoming and encouraging, smiling faces. It was a joy to be looked after by such people facilities and activities did not really apply to me respite only 2 weeks.

↩Reply from Dumitru Varzaru, Home Manager at The Orchard Nursing Home

Thank you for taking the time to leave us a review and positive comments about our home and team at The Orchard Nursing Home. Your feedback will be shared with the team, who will be delighted with your review.

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Review of The Orchard Nursing Home from B G (Daughter of Resident) published on 14 January 2026 Submitted via Website•
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Good communication
Friendly caring staff
Clean pleasant surroundings
Very useful for convalescence to enable an earlier discharge from hospital
Thank you for your care much appreciated

One thought would be that riser recliner chairs for less mobile clients would be a great help

↩Reply from Dumitru Varzaru, The Orchard Nursing Home Manager at The Orchard Nursing Home

Thank you for taking the time to leave us a review. We are pleased to read your positive comments about The Orchard Nursing Home and our team. It's wonderful to know that the care and support provided meet your expectations. Your feedback has been shared with the team.

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Review of The Orchard Nursing Home from L B (Daughter of Resident) published on 31 December 2025 Submitted via Postal Card•
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The Orchard is a wonderful, caring, organised nursing home staffed by well trained, cheerful staff. Mum was welcomed not only by nurses, carers, management but also by other residents. The staff have cheerfully negotiated the challenges of helping her settle after living her own home for so many years. They help and encourage her to enjoy the many social aspects of the home and her standard of care is excellent.

↩Reply from Dumitru Varzaru, Home Manager at The Orchard Nursing Home

Thank you for taking the time to leave a review for The Orchard and for your positive comments about our home and team. We are pleased to hear your mother has settled into the home and that she's enjoying the social aspects the home has to offer. Your comments have been shared with the team who will be delighted to hear your feedback.

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Review of The Orchard Nursing Home from F T (Power of Attorney of Resident) published on 21 October 2025 Submitted via Postal Card•
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Very pleased with the home. Staff friendly, food excellent, care very good. To date we are very satisfied, overall. We are always greeted by friendly staff when we visit.

↩Reply from Dumitru Varzaru, The Orchard Nursing Home Manager at The Orchard Nursing Home

Thank you for taking the time to leave us a review and for your kind words and recognition of the team at The Orchard Nursing Home. The care and services we deliver as a team to our residents and families are extremely important to us, and it's lovely to read your comments reflect this. Your feedback will be passed on to the team who will be delighted with your 5* review.

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Review of The Orchard Nursing Home from John K (Husband of Resident) published on 6 October 2025 Submitted via Postal Card•
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I am very please Stella is living in The Orchard Nursing Home and find it very satisfactory, no its good.

↩Reply from Dumitru Varzaru, Home Manager at The Orchard Nursing Home

Thank you for taking the time to leave us a review, John. We appreciate your kind words regarding The Orchard Nursing Home and have passed your feedback onto the team.

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Review of The Orchard Nursing Home from Dennis P (Resident / Service User) published on 23 May 2025 Submitted via Postal Card•
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I have been a resident at The Orchard for over two years. I looked at seven homes and chose The Orchard. I have had no reason to regret this choice. The staff are caring and considerate. It is a place of safety and well-being.

↩Reply from Dumitru Varzaru, The Orchard Nursing Home Manager at The Orchard Nursing Home

Thank you for taking the time to leave us a review. We are delighted to read your positive comments about The Orchard Nursing Home and the care you are receiving. We appreciate your recognition of our team, and your feedback will be shared with them.

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Review of The Orchard Nursing Home from J B (Respite Resident) published on 17 April 2025 Submitted via Postal Card•
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2nd time for respite.

↩Reply from Dumitru Varzaru, The Orchard Nursing Home Manager at The Orchard Nursing Home

We would like to thank you for taking the time to leave us a review and positive comments about the home and team at The Orchard Nursing Home. All comments will be passed on to the team.

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Review of The Orchard Nursing Home from Alan W (Husband of Resident) published on 22 January 2025 Submitted via Website•
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Attended a residents relative meeting at The Orchard Nursing Home.
A well presented and organised event.
Very informative with good dialogue.
My contribution was to commend the home on the excellent care my wife receives and the friendly approach of the staff.
I have commented prior to this review but feel the need to provide further comments as the home has maintained a good standard.
I am absolutely impressed with how my wife's condition has greatly improved since becoming a resident at the home.
To find her so happy and content is a real joy for my family and friends to see.
Courteous staff as you enter and a fun environment all around, especially the activities.

I cannot recommend the Orchard more favorably and feel, we, as a family made a good choice placing my wife there.

↩Reply from Edwin Cabagui, The Orchard Nursing Home Manager at The Orchard Nursing Home

Thank you for taking the time to leave us a review and for your kind words and recognition of the team at The Orchard Nursing Home. The care and services we deliver as a team to our residents and families are extremely important to us, and it's lovely to read your comments reflect this. Your feedback will be shared with the team who will be delighted with your 5* review.

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