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The Mead

Quantum Care Ltd, Castleford Close, Borehamwood, Hertfordshire WD6 4AL
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I cannot rate The Mead more highly.Wendy B(Wife of Resident/Service User)
The Mead, Borehamwood
staff are so professional, happy and caringMaxine W(Daughter of Resident/Service User)
The Mead, Borehamwood
For anyone thinking of finding a care home for a loved one, The Mead is the one!Sandra L(Daughter of Resident/Service User)
The Mead, Borehamwood

The Mead is located in Borehamwood and offers a number of care services including residential care, specialist dementia care and respite care and a day care service for older people, which is ideal for giving carers a break.

Residents benefit from a range of homely living spaces such as welcoming lounges, spacious dining rooms and fully furnished and ensuite bedrooms. During the warmer months, the home's garden is the perfect... 

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Care Provided by The Mead

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 60 Service Users

Dementia Care Types

  • Mild Dementia
  • Moderate Dementia
  • Advanced/Complex Dementia

Other Care Provided

  • Parkinson's Disease
  • Stroke
  • Convalescent Care
  • Day Care

Facilities

  • Own Furniture if required
  • Pet Friendly (or by arrangement)
  • Close to Local shops
  • Near Public Transport
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair Access
  • Gardens
  • Bar/Café
  • Residents Kitchenette
  • Phone Point in own room
  • Television point in own room
  • Residents Internet Access

Funding & Fees

Weekly Charges per Person

Type of carePermanentRespite
Residential CareFrom £1,369N/A

Care fees in a Quantum Care home are based on a range of factors including the levels of individual care you require and the type of room you choose.

We are a not-for-profit care organisation and do not pay dividends to shareholders. All profits are used to deliver high quality care.

Contact The Mead 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

Person in charge

  • Alison King (Home Manager)

Local Authority / Social Services

Admission Information

  • Ages 65+

Care Home Design/Build

  • Purpose Built: Yes

Room Information

  • Single Rooms (60)

Visiting

  • Open visiting policy

Parking

  • On-site parking

The Mead Reviews (43)

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8.6

The Mead has a Review Score of 8.6 (8.593) out of 10, based on 6 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time The Mead has 43 reviews.

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Review from E W (Daughter of Resident) published on 6 June 2022 Submitted via Website•
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Review from David L (Son of Resident) published on 10 March 2022 Submitted via Postal Card•
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Review from Joseph B (Grandson of Resident) published on 21 June 2021 Submitted via Postal Card•
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Review from Deana B (Daughter of Resident) published on 21 June 2021 Submitted via Postal Card•
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Review from R C (Son of Resident) published on 5 June 2021 Submitted via Postal Card•
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Review from James P (Son of Resident) published on 17 May 2021 Submitted via Postal Card•
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Review from S P (Husband of Resident) published on 17 May 2021 Submitted via Postal Card•
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Review from Claire P (Daughter of Resident) published on 14 May 2021 Submitted via Postal Card•
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Review from Steven C (Son of Resident) published on 14 May 2021 Submitted via Postal Card•
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Review from Christopher S (Son of Resident) published on 3 February 2021 Submitted via Postal Card•
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Review from J O (Husband of Resident) published on 10 December 2020 Submitted via Postal Card•
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Review from Raymond P (Husband of Resident) published on 20 February 2020 Submitted via Website•
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Review from R P (Partner of Resident) published on 11 December 2019 Submitted via Postal Card•
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Review from T H (Son of Resident) published on 3 December 2019 Submitted via Postal Card•
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Review from Janice Vivian B (Daughter of Resident) published on 27 March 2019 Submitted via Postal Card•
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Review from G C (Friend of Resident) published on 19 March 2019 Submitted via Postal Card•
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Review from S B (Friend of Resident) published on 22 February 2019 Submitted via Postal Card•
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Review from Wallacs L (Father of Resident) published on 19 February 2019 Submitted via Website•
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Review from Alison F (Daughter of Resident) published on 28 January 2019 Submitted via Website•
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Review from Deborah D (Daughter of Resident) published on 20 July 2018 Submitted via Postal Card•
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Regulatory Rating

Care Quality Commission (CQC) Rating

Date: 31 March 2026
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Requires improvement
  • CaringGood
  • EffectiveGood
  • ResponsiveGood
  • SafeRequires improvement
  • Well-ledRequires improvement
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Bed Vacancies

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News (17) & Events (0)

News
  • 19 May 2026

    On Friday 15th May, we proudly marked the conclusion of the Operation Woolly Mammoth campaign with the delivery of 130 handmade blankets to Age UK Hertfordshire. The blankets were received...

  • 15 Apr 2026

    Spring has arrived across all Quantum Care homes, and our gardens are looking more beautiful than ever. From planting colourful blooms to enjoying peaceful moments outdoors, our residents are making...

  • 20 Jan 2026

    As part of our commitment as a Community Benefit Society, and in partnership with Age UK Hertfordshire, we have launched “Operation Woolly Mammoth”, a large-scale community knitting project aimed at...

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Awards / Recognitions (1)

  • 28 Feb 2020Recipient: Quantum Care Ltd

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Meet the Team (3)

Daiva Giedraitiene
Daiva GiedraitieneJob Title Deputy Manager
Roxanne Hopwood
Roxanne HopwoodJob Title Chef Manager
Caroline Perkis
Caroline PerkisJob Title Housekeeping Manager

I enjoy working and being with the residents and the challenges I find in my role. I like the teamwork aspect of my work with other staff.

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