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30 St Albans Old Age & Elderly Care Homes 1,516 Reviews | Avg. starting price £1,397 per week
Hatfield Manor

Hatfield Avenue, Hatfield AL10 9UA  4.5 miles away

9.9 32 reviews
"My grandad was in this home. He was always engaging in activities & living his best life! My mum was so worried about him going into a…"   Read all 32 reviews
Group/Owner Morar Living

Hatfield Manor is a purpose-built care home offer high-quality care to the people who live here. The atmosphere in the home feels warm, calm, and genuinely welcoming. This modern 81-bedroom home features en-suite rooms arranged in a small household… Read more about Hatfield Manor

  • Care Provided
  • Long Term/Permanent
  • Short Term/Respite
  • Older Person Care
  • Residential Care
  • Nursing Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Dementia Nursing Care
  • Physical Disability
  • Palliative Care
  • Mental Health
  • Visual / Hearing Impairment
  • Acquired Brain Injury
  • 81 Rooms
Hatfield Nursing Home

Tamblin Way, Hatfield AL10 9EZ  4.1 miles away

9.9 105 reviews
"First, may I use this space to thank the Staff at Hatfield Nursing Home for allowing my Nan to depart from us in a safe, secure, clean and…"   Read all 105 reviews
Group/Owner Gold Care Homes

Hatfield Residential and Nursing Home provides award-winning compassionate care for residential, dementia and nursing needs. The purpose-built modern interior offers residents spacious, private bedrooms with ensuite facilities, as well as plenty… Read more about Hatfield Nursing Home

  • Care Provided
  • Long Term/Permanent
  • Short Term/Respite
  • Older Person Care
  • Residential Care
  • Nursing Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Dementia Nursing Care
  • Physical Disability
  • Palliative Care
  • Mental Health
  • Visual / Hearing Impairment
  • 118 Rooms from £1,500 / week
Tenterden House Care Home

Lye Lane, Bricket Wood, St Albans AL2 3TN  2.8 miles away

9.8 81 reviews
"I can not thank the team at Tenterden House enough for the incredible care and compassion they showed my husband during his time there. The…"   Read all 81 reviews
Group/Owner Bupa Care Homes

Tenterden House provides long and short-stay residential and nursing care. From Parkinson’s, cerebral palsy, MS and other complex and long term conditions, Tenterden House offers care for older people with a wide range of care needs. Set in 13-acres… Read more about Tenterden House Care Home

  • Care Provided
  • Long Term/Permanent
  • Short Term/Respite
  • Older Person Care
  • Residential Care
  • Nursing Care
  • Younger Adults
  • Physical Disability
  • Palliative Care
  • Acquired Brain Injury
  • 40 Rooms
Alban Manor Nursing Home

2 Chene Drive, off Waverley Road, St Albans AL3 5QP  0.5 miles away

9.8 133 reviews
"My mum spent her remaining time with the lovely team at Alban Manor after moving from another care home. I found the combination of…"   Read all 133 reviews

Alban Manor is a family-owned nursing home, close to St. Albans town centre. Nursing staff are on site 24/7 and are supported by a team of skilled carers. The Windsor Suite, located on the ground floor, provides support for 37 people who need more help… Read more about Alban Manor Nursing Home

  • Care Provided
  • Long Term/Permanent
  • Short Term/Respite
  • Older Person Care
  • Residential Care
  • Nursing Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Dementia Nursing Care
  • Physical Disability
  • Palliative Care
  • Visual / Hearing Impairment
  • Acquired Brain Injury
  • 80 Rooms from £1,700 / week
Verulam House Nursing Home

Verulam Road, St Albans AL3 4DH  0.3 miles away

9.8 37 reviews
"Thank you for your kind, efficient and effective care of my brother. Verulam House was his happy and peaceful home during the last weeks of…"   Read all 37 reviews

Verulam House Nursing Home in St Albans offers both residential care and nursing care. Staff are experienced and compassionate. They have regular inhouse training and and also take part in training programmes at Hertfordshire University. There… Read more about Verulam House Nursing Home

  • Care Provided
  • Long Term/Permanent
  • Short Term/Respite
  • Older Person Care
  • Residential Care
  • Nursing Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Dementia Nursing Care
  • Physical Disability
  • Palliative Care
  • Visual / Hearing Impairment
  • Acquired Brain Injury
  • 50 Rooms
The Orchard Nursing Home

129-135 Camp Road, St Albans AL1 5HL  1.0 mile away

9.7 99 reviews
"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…"   Read all 99 reviews

The Orchard Nursing Home is located in a quiet residential area of St Albans, with a warm family atmosphere, highly trained staff are available to get to know residents individually offering the highest standards of residential, nursing and dementia… Read more about The Orchard Nursing Home

  • Care Provided
  • Long Term/Permanent
  • Short Term/Respite
  • Older Person Care
  • Residential Care
  • Nursing Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Dementia Nursing Care
  • Physical Disability
  • Palliative Care
  • 63 Rooms from £1,728 / week
Vesta Lodge

Quantum Care Ltd, Watling View, St Albans AL1 2PB  1.1 miles away

9.7 60 reviews
"This is the sixth time my husband has been in respite in five different care homes. Vesta Lodge so far has been the best one on every…"   Read all 60 reviews
Group/Owner Quantum Care Ltd

Vesta Lodge is situated in a quiet residential area of St. Albans and offers residential care, specialist dementia care and respite care as well as a day care centre for older people. Inside the home there are plenty of spaces for residents to relax… Read more about Vesta Lodge

  • Care Provided
  • Long Term/Permanent
  • Short Term/Respite
  • Older Person Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Physical Disability
  • 61 Rooms from £1,270 / week
Allington Court Care Home

Lye Lane, Bricket Wood, St Albans AL2 3TN  2.8 miles away

9.7 105 reviews
"I have been at Allington Court for 3 months. I find the staff are very friendly and supremely helpful in aspects of my care and well being.…"   Read all 105 reviews
Group/Owner Bupa Care Homes

Allington Court is a purpose-built dementia care home. The home is dedicated to caring for adults living with dementia, from early onset to more complex end-of-life needs, including nursing, residential, Parkinson's and short-stay care. Everything… Read more about Allington Court Care Home

  • Care Provided
  • Long Term/Permanent
  • Short Term/Respite
  • Older Person Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Dementia Nursing Care
  • Palliative Care
  • Acquired Brain Injury
  • 44 Rooms
Field House Care Home

8 Townsend Road, Harpenden AL5 4BQ  4.8 miles away

9.5 112 reviews
"Generally, my experience is excellent. However, there should be an additional toilet on the first floor for residents. At the moment, there…"   Read all 112 reviews
Group/Owner Bupa Care Homes

Field House warmly welcomes those in need of nursing, residential, short stay care. Residents can stay for a day, a few weeks, a month – however long their loved one needs support. They’ll get to relax and meet new friends, giving you complete peace… Read more about Field House Care Home

  • Care Provided
  • Long Term/Permanent
  • Short Term/Respite
  • Older Person Care
  • Residential Care
  • Nursing Care
  • Palliative Care
  • Acquired Brain Injury
  • 35 Rooms
Queensway House

148 Jupiter Drive, Hemel Hempstead HP2 5NP  5.0 miles away

9.3 88 reviews
"Since moving into Queensway House, my relative appears more engaging, happier, looks well, clean and presentable. Full credit to all the…"   Read all 88 reviews
Group/Owner Gold Care Homes

If you are looking for a home-like atmosphere where staff feel like family members, then look no further than Queensway House. They are known to deliver the very best care, welcoming atmosphere to all, and have the most understanding and kind staff providing… Read more about Queensway House

  • Care Provided
  • Long Term/Permanent
  • Short Term/Respite
  • Older Person Care
  • Residential Care
  • Nursing Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Dementia Nursing Care
  • Younger Adults
  • Palliative Care
  • 80 Rooms from £1,300 / week
Willow Court

Quantum Care Ltd, Aldwickbury Crescent, Harpenden AL5 5SD  4.2 miles away

9.2 189 reviews
"Since being at Willow Court, all staff (carers, managers and cleaners) have made the transition for Mum as easy as possible. She now says…"   Read all 189 reviews
Group/Owner Quantum Care Ltd

Willow Court, conveniently located in Harpenden, offers a range of care services including residential care, specialist dementia care and respite care. In addition, there is a day care centre for older people. Within the home you'll find welcoming… Read more about Willow Court

  • Care Provided
  • Long Term/Permanent
  • Short Term/Respite
  • Older Person Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Physical Disability
  • 81 Rooms from £1,400 / week
Greenacres

Quantum Care Ltd, Wellfield Close, Hatfield AL10 0BU  4.7 miles away

8.9 40 reviews
"My brother has been living at Greenacres for 6 weeks now and he is settling in with the help of the dedicated, professional, compassionate…"   Read all 40 reviews
Group/Owner Quantum Care Ltd

Greenacres is a warm and welcoming home with a wonderful family atmosphere and is located in a quiet residential area. The home offers a number of care services including residential care, specialist dementia care and short term respite care. There is… Read more about Greenacres

  • Care Provided
  • Long Term/Permanent
  • Short Term/Respite
  • Older Person Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Physical Disability
  • 60 Rooms from £1,189 / week
St Matthews Care Home

Chequer Lane, Redbourn, St Albans AL3 7QG  3.8 miles away

9.8 84 reviews
"I am always impressed when I visit my mum by how well she is looked after and how content she is. Staff are friendly and speak to all…"   Read all 84 reviews
Group/Owner B&M Care Ltd

St Matthews is situated close to the common in the small rural village of Redbourn in Hertfordshire. Formerly part of the site where the Brook Bond tea factory was situated, St Matthews is a purpose built care home that has been tastefully furnished… Read more about St Matthews Care Home

  • Care Provided
  • Long Term/Permanent
  • Short Term/Respite
  • Older Person Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Palliative Care
  • 79 Rooms from £1,450 / week
Strathmore Lodge

2 Hall Place Gardens, St Albans AL1 3SP  0.3 miles away

9.7 18 reviews
"Mum thoroughly enjoyed her time at Strathmore Lodge it really is an excellent home, we really couldn't ask for anything more. The staff are…"   Read all 18 reviews

Strathmore Lodge has been providing care services to the local community for over 40 years, ideally located very close to all the major amenities of St Albans City, yet still in a quiet, leafy and peaceful residential road. Strathmore Lodge is uniquely… Read more about Strathmore Lodge

  • Care Provided
  • Long Term/Permanent
  • Short Term/Respite
  • Older Person Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Physical Disability
  • Palliative Care
  • Visual / Hearing Impairment
  • 19 Rooms from £1,200 / week
Clare Lodge Care Home

8 Battlefield Road, St Albans AL1 4DD  0.8 miles away

9.4 31 reviews
"My mother-in-law has always been very independent, often taking foreign trips and holidays on her own. But recently she suffered a rapid…"   Read all 31 reviews
Group/Owner B&M Care Ltd

Clare Lodge is ideally situated in a quiet leafy residential road, very close of all major amenities in St Albans City centre and yet still very close to the countryside. Clare Lodge is a purpose built, mock-Tudor style home, which has been tastefully… Read more about Clare Lodge Care Home

  • Care Provided
  • Long Term/Permanent
  • Short Term/Respite
  • Older Person Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Palliative Care
  • 24 Rooms from £1,450 / week
Tara's Retreat Care Home

High Street, Sandridge, St Albans AL4 9DQ  2.6 miles away

8.5 35 reviews
"My nan has been at Tara's for over three years and she recently turned 100 years old. Mentally she is very sharp and completely with it…"   Read all 35 reviews
Group/Owner B&M Care Ltd

Tara's Retreat is situated in the High Street of the beautiful rural Hertfordshire village of Sandridge, on the outskirts of the historic City of St Albans. This purpose built home opened in 2006 and is set in landscaped groups which enjoy panoramic… Read more about Tara's Retreat Care Home

  • Care Provided
  • Long Term/Permanent
  • Short Term/Respite
  • Older Person Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Palliative Care
  • 69 Rooms from £1,450 / week
Fosse House

Quantum Care Ltd, Ermine Close, St Albans AL3 4LA  1.1 miles away

7.5 49 reviews
"Our mum has been a resident at Fosse House since December 2024. At what was a very difficult time for her and the family, was made so much…"   Read all 49 reviews
Group/Owner Quantum Care Ltd

Fosse House is located in St Albans, a short distance from Verulamium Park, St Albans Abbey and the nearby city centre. The home is ideally situated for nearby bus routes and local main roads and motorways. Purpose-built, Fosse House provides residential… Read more about Fosse House

  • Care Provided
  • Long Term/Permanent
  • Short Term/Respite
  • Older Person Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Physical Disability
  • 81 Rooms from £1,391 / week
Fonthill House

Cassius Drive, Off King Harry Lane, St Albans AL3 4GD  1.0 mile away

7 reviews
"I have just come away from spending the weekend at Fonthill House with my grandfather. I live quite far away from him and it is so…"   Read all 7 reviews

All the staff at Fonthill House receive training and support to help ensure residents live as full and as happy lives as possible. Every resident has differing needs and interests, therefore the service they provide reflects this individuality. Professionals… Read more about Fonthill House

  • Care Provided
  • Long Term/Permanent
  • Short Term/Respite
  • Older Person Care
  • Residential Care
  • Nursing Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Dementia Nursing Care
  • Younger Adults
  • Learning Disability / Autism
  • Physical Disability
  • Palliative Care
  • Visual / Hearing Impairment
  • Acquired Brain Injury
  • 64 Rooms
Harpenden Springs Care Home
Spring 2026

22-24 Grove Road, Harpenden, Hertford AL5 1PX  3.7 miles away

Group/Owner Oakland Care

Harpenden Springs Care Home in Hertford, set to open in spring 2026, will be the company’s flagship sustainable residence. It has been designed to combine luxury green living with exceptional care. This state-of-the-art facility will feature 75 private… Read more about Harpenden Springs Care Home

  • Care Provided
  • Long Term/Permanent
  • Short Term/Respite
  • Older Person Care
  • 75 Rooms
Honister

Ellenbrook Lane, Hatfield AL10 9RW  3.7 miles away

9.5 14 reviews
  • Care Provided
  • Long Term/Permanent
  • Short Term/Respite
  • Older Person Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Younger Adults
  • 19 Rooms from £950 / week
Chiswell Residential Home

193 Watford Road, St Albans AL2 3HH  1.9 miles away

  • Care Provided
  • Long Term/Permanent
  • Older Person Care
  • Residential Care
  • Mental Health
  • 6 Rooms
Lyndon Residential Home

2 High Street, Sandridge, St Albans AL4 9DH  2.5 miles away

9.2 26 reviews
  • Care Provided
  • Long Term/Permanent
  • Short Term/Respite
  • Older Person Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • 32 Rooms from £1,386 / week
Cherry Tree Manor

8 Great Road, Adeyfield, Hemel Hempstead HP2 5LB  5.0 miles away

1 review
  • Care Provided
  • Long Term/Permanent
  • Short Term/Respite
  • Older Person Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Physical Disability
  • 58 Rooms from £950 / week
Orchard House

24 Garston Lane, Watford WD25 9QJ  4.9 miles away

  • Care Provided
  • Long Term/Permanent
  • Short Term/Respite
  • Older Person Care
  • Residential Care
  • Younger Adults
  • Mental Health
  • 10 Rooms from £1,450 / week
Oak Cottage

4 Wilkins Green Lane, Hatfield AL10 9RT  3.7 miles away

  • Care Provided
  • Long Term/Permanent
  • Short Term/Respite
  • Older Person Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Palliative Care
  • 25 Rooms from £1,200 / week
Houndswood House Care Home

Harper Lane, Radlett WD7 7HU  3.9 miles away

9.5 91 reviews
  • Care Provided
  • Long Term/Permanent
  • Short Term/Respite
  • Older Person Care
  • Residential Care
  • Nursing Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Dementia Nursing Care
  • Physical Disability
  • Palliative Care
  • 50 Rooms
Lime Tree Manor

171 Adeyfield Road, Hemel Hempstead HP2 5JU  4.9 miles away

9.9 38 reviews
  • Care Provided
  • Long Term/Permanent
  • Short Term/Respite
  • Older Person Care
  • Residential Care
  • Nursing Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Dementia Nursing Care
  • Physical Disability
  • 110 Rooms from £1,006 / week
Wilton Lodge

73-77 London Road, Shenley, Radlett WD7 9BW  4.8 miles away

8.4 6 reviews
  • Care Provided
  • Long Term/Permanent
  • Short Term/Respite
  • Older Person Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Physical Disability
  • 36 Rooms
Wilton House Nursing & Residential Home

73-77 London Road, Shenley, Radlett WD7 9BW  4.8 miles away

9.5 35 reviews
  • Care Provided
  • Long Term/Permanent
  • Short Term/Respite
  • Older Person Care
  • Residential Care
  • Nursing Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Dementia Nursing Care
  • Physical Disability
  • 51 Rooms from £1,006 / week
St Peters Home

13 Louvain Way, Garston, Watford WD25 7EH  4.6 miles away

  • Care Provided
  • Long Term/Permanent
  • Short Term/Respite
  • Older Person Care
  • Residential Care
  • Younger Adults
  • Learning Disability / Autism
  • Physical Disability
  • Mental Health
  • Visual / Hearing Impairment
  • Eating Disorders
  • 8 Rooms

Frequently Asked Questions about St Albans older person Care Homes

Older person care home costs in St Albans

Average older person care home costs in and around St Albans by care type, compared to averages across the UK. Fees are based on the starting price for self-funded care, using carehome.co.uk data from 10 care homes with fees listed in and around St Albans.

Type of Care Provided St Albans Hertfordshire England UK
Residential Care £1,397 £1,409 £1,248 £1,252
Residential Dementia Care £1,465 £1,446 £1,289 £1,295
Nursing Care £1,818 £1,666 £1,501 £1,487
Nursing Dementia Care £1,922 £1,695 £1,534 £1,524
All Care Types £1,397 £1,416 £1,258 £1,264
Keep in mind that fees can vary between providers and factors such as specific needs, location, room type and more can affect costs. For more information on care home fees across the UK and advice on how to pay, see our care home fees guide.
Average starting prices for self-funders in St Albans older person Care Homes by care type
Average cost of Residential Care from 10 care homes with fees listed
£1,397 per week
  • 0.9% below Hertfordshire average
  • 11.9% above England average
  • 11.6% above UK average
Average cost of Residential Dementia Care from 8 care homes with fees listed
£1,465 per week
  • 1.3% above Hertfordshire average
  • 13.7% above England average
  • 13.1% above UK average
Average cost of Nursing Care from 2 care homes with fees listed
£1,818 per week
  • 9.1% above Hertfordshire average
  • 21.1% above England average
  • 22.3% above UK average
Average cost of Nursing Dementia Care from 2 care homes with fees listed
£1,922 per week
  • 13.4% above Hertfordshire average
  • 25.3% above England average
  • 26.1% above UK average

How many older person Care Homes are there in St Albans?

There are 14 older person Care Homes in St Albans, including 6 Nursing Homes & 8 Residential Care Homes.

Which older person Care Homes in and around St Albans have the highest Review Score?

St Matthews Care Home, Tenterden House Care Home & Alban Manor Nursing Home are some of the older people Care Homes with the highest Review Score in and around St Albans.

Which older person Care Homes in and around St Albans offer Nursing Care?

Tenterden House Care Home, Alban Manor Nursing Home & Verulam House Nursing Home are some of the 5 older people Nursing Homes in and around St Albans.

How many elderly Care Homes offer Dementia Care in and around St Albans?

There are 14 elderly Care Homes offering Dementia Care in and around St Albans including Alban Manor Nursing Home, Verulam House Nursing Home & The Orchard Nursing Home.

Which elderly Care Homes offer Respite Care in and around St Albans?

Respite Care is offered by 16 elderly Care Homes in and around St Albans including Tenterden House Care Home, Alban Manor Nursing Home & Verulam House Nursing Home.

How many older person Care Home listings in and around St Albans have Reviews on carehome.co.uk?

There are 14 older person Care Homes listed with Reviews.

Which elderly Care Homes in and around St Albans have Bed Vacancies posted on carehome.co.uk?

There are currently 6 elderly Care Homes with Bed Vacancies Posted.