
Management and staff are friendly, kind, attentive to both resident and familyElisabeta C W(Daughter of Resident/Service User)



Management and staff are friendly, kind, attentive to both resident and familyElisabeta C W(Daughter of Resident/Service User)



Located in Amersham, Pratt House offers care and support to the elderly in a warm and welcoming setting.
Furniture can be provided, however residents are encouraged to take their own furniture and personal items from home to customise the room and make it feel like home from the day they move in.
At Pratt House, residents are encouraged to lead a full and active lifestyle. Dedicated activity co-ordinators work hard to provide...
Care Provided by Pratt House
Primary Care Categories
- Older Person Care
- Dementia
- Physical Disability
Length of Stay
- Permanent Care
- Respite Care
Care Types Provided
- Residential Care
- Dementia Residential Care
- For a maximum of 29 Service Users
Dementia Care TypesMild Dementia
Someone living with our definition of "mild dementia" might experience some or all of the following:
- Memory problems such as misplacing items and not be able to recall recent events (however, in some forms of dementia a person's memory may be unchanged)
- Difficulties thinking through problems and planning, making decisions
- Language and communication issues such as finding it difficult to recall the appropriate word in a conversation or following a conversation
- Poor orientation, getting lost in areas previously familiar to them
- Difficulty judging distances (more falls than usual)
- Changes in their normal mood including anxiety and depression
- In certain types of dementia, personality and behaviour changes may be present alongside or instead of issues with memory or concentration.
Moderate Dementia
Someone living with our definition of "moderate dementia" might experience some or all of the following:
- Worsened memory problems. Not always recognising own family members and friends. Repeating the same questions over and over again
- Worsened language and communication issues, forgetting what they are saying mid-sentence. Not being able to understand what someone else is saying
- More frequent confusion, e.g. about the time of day or where they are, including their own home
- Apathy, depression and anxiety
- Believing things that aren't true (paranoia)
- Frequent hallucinations
- Lack of emotional control, quick to anger, fearfulness, sadness
- Loss of inhibition
- Difficulties sleeping or waking during the night and behaving as though it is daytime - loss of circadian rhythm.
Advanced Dementia
Someone living with our definition of "severe dementia" might experience some or all of the following:
- Severe memory problems. Not recognising family members and friends. Not being able to recall their own name
- Severe language and communication issues, not being able to understand what someone else is saying
- Severe confusion, e.g. about the time of day or where they are, including their own home
- Apathy, depression and anxiety
- Believing things that aren't true (paranoia)
- Frequent hallucinations
- Lack of emotional control, quick to anger, fearfulness, sadness
- Loss of inhibition
- Difficulties sleeping or waking during the night and behaving as though it is daytime - loss of circadian rhythm.
Verbally or physically aggressive behaviour
If your loved one displays this type of behaviour you may need a care home that has specially trained staff. Verbal/physical aggression is often defined:
- Consistent shouting and screaming
- Verbal abuse
- Physical abuse
How we define Dementia Care Types
Mild Dementia
Someone living with our definition of "mild dementia" might experience some or all of the following:
- Memory problems such as misplacing items and not be able to recall recent events (however, in some forms of dementia a person's memory may be unchanged)
- Difficulties thinking through problems and planning, making decisions
- Language and communication issues such as finding it difficult to recall the appropriate word in a conversation or following a conversation
- Poor orientation, getting lost in areas previously familiar to them
- Difficulty judging distances (more falls than usual)
- Changes in their normal mood including anxiety and depression
- In certain types of dementia, personality and behaviour changes may be present alongside or instead of issues with memory or concentration.
Moderate Dementia
Someone living with our definition of "moderate dementia" might experience some or all of the following:
- Worsened memory problems. Not always recognising own family members and friends. Repeating the same questions over and over again
- Worsened language and communication issues, forgetting what they are saying mid-sentence. Not being able to understand what someone else is saying
- More frequent confusion, e.g. about the time of day or where they are, including their own home
- Apathy, depression and anxiety
- Believing things that aren't true (paranoia)
- Frequent hallucinations
- Lack of emotional control, quick to anger, fearfulness, sadness
- Loss of inhibition
- Difficulties sleeping or waking during the night and behaving as though it is daytime - loss of circadian rhythm.
Advanced Dementia
Someone living with our definition of "severe dementia" might experience some or all of the following:
- Severe memory problems. Not recognising family members and friends. Not being able to recall their own name
- Severe language and communication issues, not being able to understand what someone else is saying
- Severe confusion, e.g. about the time of day or where they are, including their own home
- Apathy, depression and anxiety
- Believing things that aren't true (paranoia)
- Frequent hallucinations
- Lack of emotional control, quick to anger, fearfulness, sadness
- Loss of inhibition
- Difficulties sleeping or waking during the night and behaving as though it is daytime - loss of circadian rhythm.
Verbally or physically aggressive behaviour
If your loved one displays this type of behaviour you may need a care home that has specially trained staff. Verbal/physical aggression is often defined:
- Consistent shouting and screaming
- Verbal abuse
- Physical abuse
How we define Dementia Care Types
- Mild Dementia
Other Care Provided
- Parkinson's Disease
- Stroke
- Palliative / End of Life Care
- COPD/Pulmonary Disease
- Bariatric Care/Obesity
Facilities
- Own Furniture if required
- Pet Friendly (or by arrangement)
- Smoking not permitted
- Close to Local shops
- Near Public Transport
- Lift
- Wheelchair Access
- Gardens
- Phone Point in own room
- Television point in own room
Funding & Fees
Weekly Charges per Person
The price(s) shown are provided by the care home. Contact Pratt House for full pricing details and T&Cs.
Contact Pratt House to confirm what's included and get a personalised quote:
Funding Types Accepted
- Self-Funding (Private)
- Local Authority with Top-up
- Local Authority
- NHS Continuing Healthcare (CHC)
Good to Know
Group / Owner
- Abbeyfield Living Society
- Voluntary / Not for Profit Owned
Person in charge
- Joanne Wheeler(Care Home Manager)
Local Authority / Social Services
Admission Information
- Ages 55+
Care Home Design/Build
- Purpose Built: Yes
- Year Purpose Built: -1
- Last Refurbishment: 2019
- Number of floors: 3
Room Information
- Single Rooms (29)
- Single Rooms with ensuite Wet Room (26)
Parking
- Parking at the front and side of the home
Pratt House Reviews (40)
Pratt House has a Review Score of 9.6 (9.563) out of 10, based on 8 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Pratt House has 40 reviews.
Mum is totally dependent upon the ministrations of the care team as she is bed bound and on palliative care. The members of the care team are caring and conscientious and diligent whenever they attend her. Mum is kept as comfortable as she can be and I see real compassion towards her from the staff. Contributions to her comfort also come from the laundry for her changes of her bedwear and bedding, from the cleaning staff for keeping her room so fresh and for the kitchen staff for all her refreshments. It feels like a wonderful team effort, for which my deepest thanks.
Thank you for your 5-star review. It's great to know that your mum is being well looked after by all the staff at Pratt House.
The team always acknowledge us & offer tea & cakes.The place is spotless & attractive with flowers everywhere.Also the garden is well kept with attractive beds & seating for residents & visitors.
The care given to the residents is outstanding & we notice how happy they are.
Also the activities are very varied so different every day for residents to enjoy if they wish to.
We feel we have chosen the best place for our relative which gives us peace of mind.
Thanks to all at Pratt House.
We are delighted to hear that you enjoy your visits to Pratt House. We are very fortunate to have an amazing team that always go 'the extra mile' to ensure our residents are safe, happy and well cared for. Your feedback is appreciated. Kind Regards
The lady I take out always says how lovely and caring she finds the staff at Pratt house.
I would and have recommended Pratt house without a doubt.
Thank you so much for your review. I am so glad the staff make you both feel at home and welcome. Thank you for all the support you give to our lovely resident who very much so enjoys her trips out
My mother has received excellent care while at Pratt House. The team has given considerable thought to her particular needs and interests and worked hard to maximise her safety, health and happiness. An impressive range of activities is available and much hard work goes into ensuring there is something of interest to all. Sincere thanks to all involved.
Thank you for your 5 star review. We are delighted that your mum has settled into the home and it is wonderful to hear that Mum feels safe and happy here. We appreciate your feedback and acknowledgement
Mum moved to Pratt House not long before Christmas in anticipation that it would become her permanent home. She had previously been in another care home where she had a period of respite care following a fall. The experience of two different care homes on top of moving out of her own home could have been disorienting for Mum, but the staff at Pratt House have worked well to make her feel at home. As well as providing an excellent level of care, the staff have made a point of involving Mum in various activities and, as a result, she is settling in very well. Pratt House provides a high degree of personal care, and Mum enjoys the quality and range of food.
Thank you for your review and your kind words. It is wonderful to hear that your mum feels at home here. Transitioning can be daunting and at Pratt House we aim to make this as smooth as possible. We appreciate your feedback.
I cannot say enough good things about Pratt House. My brother's mental, emotional, and physical state has greatly improved since he moved here in January of 2023. His stay here has yielded outstanding results. This is largely due to the very capable, professional, and caring staff. The many planned activities, sense of community, and attentive care have had a tremendous effect. The Pratt House is in a lovely location with beautiful gardens. The house itself is tidy and well-maintained. The ample natural light makes it bright and cheerful which creates an environment conducive to an enjoyable life.
Thank you so much for your kind words about Pratt House. We're thrilled to hear about the positive impact on your brother's well-being and that he's thriving in our care. It means a lot to us that you appreciate the environment, activities, and dedication of our team. Your feedback inspires us to continue providing the best possible care. Thank you again for sharing your experience.
An amazing care home where residents are treated with empathy, dignity, and kindness. Pratt House is such a positive environment with an incredible care and activities team, providing engaging activities for residents as well as comfort.
Thank you for your 5-star review of Abbeyfield, Pratt House
I came to stay here for just a week, while my daughter who helps me is away on holiday. This is a new experience for me. I have found it a pleasant experience, as I live alone, and I cannot get out and meet people as I have been used to. I have recently had to give up driving. The staff here are great, very helpful and always available. The food is good, with a good choice of menu.
My father-in-law went into Pratt House for 9 days respite. He's just been diagnosed with Alzheimer's so we weren't quite sure how it would go. We were very impressed with the staff and general level of care at the home. Seems a good general atmosphere and there were lots of people smiling, particularly when my father-in-law did his Elvis impression! He seemed to be happy with his stay, and we got through the 9 days fairly smoothly. There were a couple of medical issues but we were kept informed and they seemed to settle down over the stay. A particular mention goes to one staff member in particular who was our main contact and seemed very on the ball. All in all it seems a nice place and we hope to be able to take him in for other respite stays over the coming months.
Thank you for taking the time to leave us a 5-star review. I'm delighted that your father-in-law was happy during his respite care. I hope there will be an equally warm welcome, next time 'Elvis' enters the building.
I feel as though I am cheating here as I initially received a recommendation about Pratt House. However, I did a tour of 4 other care homes in the area and felt very comfortable with Pratt House. My father has now been there 2 weeks and I am delighted with the care dignity and professionalism all the team there have shown him. I would not hesitate to recommend Pratt House to anyone who is looking for a safe and caring home for their loved ones.
Thank you for taking the time to leave us a 4-star review. It's great to hear that your father has settled in so quickly.
Mum settled in very well and it's nice to know I can leave her there without any worries or concerns for her wellbeing and safety.
Thank you for taking the time to give us a 5 star review. I am glad your mother feels settled at Pratt House.
The care provided at Pratt House is excellent. Mum has been a resident here for two years; initially, it took a little time for her to settle, but the staff were continually supportive of her as well as us as a family. You can see how much they genuinely care about each resident by the relationships they have formed. I would highly recommend Pratt House as a caring, home-from-home care home.
Thank you for taking the time to leave us a review. I'm so pleased your mother has settled in well in Amersham. It's great to read that you would recommend Pratt House as a care home.
The level of service from the staff is outstanding. I would recommend this home for anybody who needs members of their family to be looked after.
Thank you for giving us a 5-star review and for praising our staff so highly.
Staff friendly and helpful.
Facilities clean and well-maintained.
Nice garden.
External appearance disappointing/reception area too small/often crowded with incoming or outgoing packages.
Poor meeting facilities i.e. somewhere for a family to meet with a resident other than in their room.
We appreciate your positive feedback on our excellent care, friendly staff, and well-maintained facilities, including the beautiful garden. We acknowledge concerns about the external appearance, reception area size, and meeting facilities. Your insights are invaluable, and we are actively addressing these issues to enhance the overall experience for residents and their families.
My mum is treated with kindness, dignity and love. She is thriving at Pratt House, smiles more than she has in a long time and loves joining in with everything. I know she is safe and cared for, thank you so much.
Thank you for taking the time to leave feedback for us. We are glad that your mother has settled in and enjoys all the activities we put on.
The bedrooms are light and a good size. I particularly like the garden and the fact that residents can access outside space easily. Security is good but unobtrusive. General feel is very good, friendly guesthouse rather than 5 Star hotel (no chandeliers here!) and it's easy to feel at home.
Thank you for such a positive review, we really appreciate your feedback. It is wonderful to hear how well your mother-in-law has settled in at Pratt House and that she enjoys the activities and surroundings.
I feel content and happy at Pratt House.
Thank you for taking the time to leave a review, Patricia; we are pleased that you are happy at Pratt House.
Privacy is good, staff knock before entering room.
I have lost one or two items in the laundry.
Freedom to go to bed when I like.
Thank you for your review David, we really appreciate your feedback.
Mum's mental outlook has improved considerably during this time. She has made friends in the home, enjoys the garden and activities, and keeps saying how friendly the staff are.
We have been impressed by communications from the home and overall, are very happy with the care Mum is getting at Pratt House.
Thank you for your review Ben, we are thrilled to hear that your mum's mental outlook has improved and that she is making friends here. We really appreciate you leaving such positive feedback.
A wonderful home and we would not hesitate to recommend it.
Thank you for taking the time to leave a review, it is wonderful to hear how happy your father is at Pratt House. We are delighted to hear such positive feedback. We are glad that you like the social media page and can get involved in all the events.
Regulatory Rating
Care Quality Commission (CQC) Rating
Date: 09 January 2024Good
- CaringGood
- EffectiveGood
- ResponsiveGood
- SafeGood
- Well-ledGood
Inspection ratings
We rate most services according to how safe, effective, caring, responsive and well-led they are, using four levels:
- Outstanding - The service is performing exceptionally well.
- Good - The service is performing well and meeting our expectations.
- Requires Improvement - The service isn't performing as well as it should and we have told the service how it must improve.
- Inadequate - The service is performing badly and we've taken action against the person or organisation that runs it.
- Not rated - we have not yet rated this area of the service, this is normally because the assessments we have carried out have been focused on other key questions.
Bed Vacancies
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Awards / Recognitions (1)
- 01 Apr 2022Recipient: Abbeyfield Living Society
Meet the Team (3)

Joanne is the Registered Care Home Manager at Pratt House. She is passionate about caring for the elderly and is known for her kindness, understanding, and compassion. Joanne has worked in a number of care home settings throughout her career, bringing her extensive knowledge and expertise to Abbeyfield Living Society for the benefit of our residents.

Leah has worked at Pratt since August 2017 where she quickly progressed from Care Assistant to Deputy Manager.
She enjoys a varied role, building relationships with residents, relatives and staff. Leah is sympathetic and compassionate to the needs of all residents at Pratt House.

Joanna worked at Pratt House as a carer, and then Care Team Leader. She then spent a couple of years exploring domiciliary care before returning to Pratt House as Head of Care in April 2023. Joanna manages the majority of the care planning in the home and supervises care staff to deliver the best quality care in the home.
Frequently Asked Questions about Pratt House
What types of Care is Pratt House registered for?
Older Person Care, Dementia, Physical Disability are the registered (by the Care Quality Commission) categories of Care.
How many Rooms does Pratt House have?
There are 29 Single Rooms.
What are the Facilities & Services at Pratt House?
Own Furniture if required, Pet Friendly (or by arrangement), Smoking not permitted, Close to Local shops, Near Public Transport, Lift, Wheelchair Access, Gardens, Phone Point in own room, Television point in own room are some of the Facilities & Services.
How far is Pratt House to the centre of Amersham?
1.5 mile(s) as the crow flies, distance by road may be significantly further.
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