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An already established care home, St Josephs was one of the original care homes to identify the need for specialised, specific environments, built to cater for the needs of residents experiencing a dementia. It was with this in mind that the...
Care Provided by St Josephs Care Home
Primary Care Categories
- Older Person Care
- Dementia
Length of Stay
- Permanent Care
- Respite Care
Care Types Provided
- Residential Care
- Dementia Residential Care
- For a maximum of 48 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
- Moderate Dementia
- Advanced/Complex Dementia
Other Care Provided
- Parkinson's Disease
- Stroke
- Palliative / End of Life Care
- COPD/Pulmonary Disease
- Convalescent Care
Facilities
- Own Furniture if required
- Pet Friendly (or by arrangement)
- Close to Local shops
- Near Public Transport
- Minibus or other transport
- Lift
- Stairlift
- Wheelchair Access
- Gardens
- Phone Point in own room
- Television point in own room
- Residents Internet Access
Funding & Fees
Weekly Charges per Person
The price(s) shown are provided by the care home. Contact St Josephs Care Home for full pricing details and T&Cs.
Contact St Josephs Care Home 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
- B&M Care Ltd
- Private Owned
Person in charge
- Emma Pead(Manager)
Local Authority / Social Services
Admission Information
- Ages 65+
Care Home Design/Build
- Purpose Built: Yes
- Last Refurbishment: 2011
Room Information
- Single Rooms (48)
- Single Rooms with ensuite Wet Room (48)
St Josephs Care Home Reviews (54)
St Josephs Care Home has a Review Score of 9.3 (9.318) out of 10, based on 8 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time St Josephs Care Home has 54 reviews.
We have nothing but praise for everyone, the staff are very caring.
Our mum is very settled and has made some friends and enjoys the activities that they do.
Thank you so much for your lovely feedback.
We are delighted to hear that your mother has settled in so well since joining St Joseph's in April and that she is enjoying the activities and making new friendships. Creating a warm, welcoming environment where residents feel happy and...
All the staff are very caring and really look after the residents. There are lots of daily activities to keep everyone happy and involved and some great trips out to local beauty spots, garden centres and trips out on the canal.
My mother is very happy and settled in St. Joseph's and I know she is safe and getting the best possible care.
We are delighted to hear that you are pleased with the recent refurbishment and that the new spaces, including our lounges and kitchens, are making a positive impression. It's especially lovely to hear how much your mother is enjoying the...
In the end timing and room availability didn't align for us to move our Mum to St Joseph's but I wanted to write a review in any event as our experience as a prospective family moving a loved one to St Joseph's was so positive. From the first call, we felt all the staff were supporting the whole family at this difficult time. Staff gave their time freely to talk to us and show us around. It was very clear how well they all knew the residents and that there is real strength in the depth of their professional training and experience with people living with dementia. We were touched by the amount of questions asked about Mum - they really wanted to get to know all about her. There was no hard sell or pressure for us to make a decision. We would certainly suggest to her families in our situation that they visit St Joseph's themselves.
Thank you so much for taking the time to share such a kind and thoughtful review. It truly means a lot to us, especially during what we know can be a very emotional and difficult time for families.
Although we're sorry the timing and room availability didn't work out for your Mum to...
My review is still the same as past reviews, which is good as it means St Josephs continues to be excellent in my eyes. The new and ongoing refurbishment has been great with some fantastic added touches, especially in Kingfisher. I first became involved when my mum became a resident. Soon after that I started to volunteer and began to feel part of a wonderful professional and genuinely caring team. I've been a volunteer for just over five years now. Sadly mum passed away after five happy years at St Josephs and I could have stopped volunteering. I wouldn't, however, still be doing it if I didn't enjoy time with the residents and staff valuing all they do.
Dear Kitty, Thank you so much for your continued support and for taking the time to share such a heartfelt review. It truly means a great deal to us. We are so pleased that you feel St Joseph's continues to maintain the high standards you've come to expect, and that you've enjoyed the recent...
The staff of St Josephs go the extra mile to look after residents. The general standard is extremely high in both to day to day care and the entertainment laid on.
Thank you, your support of St Josephs in invaluable and appreciated.
Had my brother there for four years until he passed. He loved it there.
Now a friend for whom I have POA and POA Finance has improved incredibly in the year since she agreed to go to St Josephs, literally a new lease of life for her.
I 100% recommend St Joseph's to anyone needing full-time care. Great caring staff all around.
What fantastic words, thank you. We loved your brother, he was a character. And your friend is such a beautiful lady to care for too.
Mum has been in St Josephs for 6 years now. The care she has received during this time has been excellent. The home is well-maintained and always clean. The staff are kind, caring and welcoming. Mum is always treated with understanding and respect. I am very grateful to all the staff for the care they provide.
Thank you so much for your review, we really do enjoy caring for your mum.
The home has been looking after my aunt, who has severe dementia, for over 4 years. They are very caring, friendly and professional and accommodating where possible. They seem to have a core of settled staff, which makes a difference.
Thank you for your lovely review. The staff are great and most have been with us a long time.
The staff are extremely friendly and helpful. They often go the extra mile. Trips out are particularly appreciated by my mother and I am sure that she will love to continue to participate in them. Generally, the home seems to run very smoothly.
Thank you so much for your review, we are pleased that your mother enjoys the activities.
I (her daughter) have found the staff to be most pleasant and cheerful, from your entry into the home and to those serving my mother her refreshments.
The home is clean and well-organised.
It is also a bonus that they provide hairdressing, chiropody and hygienist services to their residents.
All in all, we are very happy all around.
Thank you for your review, it's much appreciated. We are so happy your mother has settled in so well.
My step-dad has been at St Josephs for 6 years now. The staff do a challenging and tiring job and do it very well. Dad has been well cared for and the staff give 100 per cent. It’s always clean, friendly and welcoming. Problems are addressed if they arise and discussed to find solutions.
Thank you for your comments. We love having dad here, he is a joy to care for.
My husband has been in St Joseph’s for more than a year now and I have been quite happy with his care. He has Alzheimer’s dementia and can be a bit difficult at times but he has been treated with the utmost care and respect. I am most appreciative of the care and attention he is given. He and all the residents always look very clean and well cared for and I know this is not always easy.
Thank you for your lovely comments, it's a pleasure to care for your husband.
All the team are kind, helpful, friendly and cheerful as well as being effective and professional, especially with manual handling. It really does feel like the family at St Josephs is looking after my family!
Thank you for your comments, we thrive on a family environment and love having your family here.
Well, what can I say, she asked to stay a third week and then she decided to stay permanently. The difference of being with people has been remarkable, the staff are beyond caring, courteous, and as mother says they don’t miss a trick.
I always said I would never see my mother in a care home but St Josephs goes above and beyond. My mother is so happy there.
Thank you for your lovely review. Mum is an absolute pleasure to care for.
My brother has been in St Josephs for just a year and has settled in well. He always looks clean and tidy, and the carers are very kind and thoughtful. We always get a friendly welcome when we visit and are quickly informed of any problems he has healthwise. It is very reassuring to us to know he is safe and well cared for, 24 hours a day.
My aunt has been at St Josephs for five years now and has been very happy. All of the staff are friendly and approachable and have coped brilliantly during the last two years of Covid restrictions and related difficulties. The atmosphere is always welcoming when we visit, the premises and the gardens always well maintained. The activities programme is wide-ranging, and my aunt enjoys the quiz and bingo sessions. As she approaches her 102nd birthday, my aunt is living proof that she is well looked after at St Josephs.
We are so grateful for the care the team at St Joseph's provides, especially as we cannot be there frequently enough for our friend. They are patient and understanding, especially when faced with some really challenging behaviours. Thank you!
I feel very secure knowing that Mum is being excellently cared for, and I have seen Mum bloom since she first came in two months ago.
A big thank you to all the staff for their kindness and understanding in settling Mum and the continued care and attention they give to Mum and me.
We continue to be very pleased with the care that St Josephs provides our mother, who has been in the home for over two years. The staff are very friendly and helpful. Mum has a nice room, and we (her family) can relax knowing that she is well looked after. Mum enjoys taking part in the activities and going into the garden.
Happy here.
Regulatory Rating
Care Quality Commission (CQC) Rating
Date: 18 October 2019Good
- 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
6 Bed Vacancies
Posted: 29 July 2026Private and Local Authority Residential and Dementia Care
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Awards / Recognitions (3)
- 28 Feb 2019Recipient: B&M Care Ltd
- 01 Feb 2018Recipient: B&M Care Ltd
- 01 Apr 2017Recipient: B&M Care Ltd
Accreditations
There are no accreditations posted yet for St Josephs Care Home.
Meet the Team (1)

Emma's journey at B&M Care started in 2005 when she accepted the Home Manager position at St Matthew's. Following a storied success, she transferred to St Joseph's in 2015 to further develop her skill set as a manager of a home that offers both residential and dementia care. Throughout her career, she has acquired a number of qualifications, including the Registered Managers Award (RMA), as well as completing the ‘Leadership Matters in Person-Centred Dementia Care’ programme delivered in conjunction with Dementia Care Matters and Alzheimer’s Society.
Frequently Asked Questions about St Josephs Care Home
What types of Care is St Josephs Care Home registered for?
Older Person Care, Dementia are the registered (by the Care Quality Commission) categories of Care.
How many Rooms does St Josephs Care Home have?
There are 48 Single Rooms.
What are the Facilities & Services at St Josephs Care Home?
Own Furniture if required, Pet Friendly (or by arrangement), Close to Local shops, Near Public Transport, Minibus or other transport, Lift, Stairlift, Wheelchair Access, Gardens, Phone Point in own room, Television point in own room, Residents Internet Access are some of the Facilities & Services.
How far is St Josephs Care Home to the centre of Tring?
0.7 mile(s) as the crow flies, distance by road may be significantly further.
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