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Prince Michael of Kent Court is a purpose-built facility located close to the town centre in Watford.
The Home has assistive technology to help engage and entertain residents. A specialist reminiscence garden and lighting is also available to reduce 'sundowning', promoting calmness and providing reassurance.
The Home is divided into five ‘family style’ house group areas, each with their own team of care staff. Each house group has its own comfortable dining...
Care Provided by Prince Michael of Kent Court
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 55 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
Other Care Provided
- Palliative / End of Life Care
Facilities
- Own Furniture if required
- Smoking not permitted
- Close to Local shops
- Near Public Transport
- Minibus or other 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
Our care fees are subject to a preadmission needs assessment which is a requirement of admission, so the Home can fully understand the level of care and support required by each individual. The prices quoted are weekly and for guidance only. They will be confirmed following a full assessment. Respite care may be offered and is usually 10% above the permanent care fees, subject to availability and will depend on an assessment of a person’s care needs.
The price(s) shown are provided by the care home. Contact Prince Michael of Kent Court for full pricing details and T&Cs.
Contact Prince Michael of Kent Court 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
- The Royal Masonic Benevolent Institution Care Company (RMBI)
- Voluntary / Not for Profit Owned
Person in charge
- Beverley Roberts (Home Manager)
Local Authority / Social Services
Admission Information
- Mixed (no single-gender units)
- Ages 65+
Care Home Design/Build
- Purpose Built: Yes
- Year Purpose Built: 1994
Room Information
- Single Rooms (55)
- Single Rooms with ensuite Wet Room (9)
Parking
- Parking on site
Prince Michael of Kent Court Reviews (94)
Prince Michael of Kent Court has a Review Score of 10 (9.970) out of 10, based on 23 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Prince Michael of Kent Court has 94 reviews.
I cannot recommend Prince Michael of Kent Court highly enough. From the process of having Mum moved in, the attention paid to ensuring Mum settled in well and all the lovely, warm, kind, and caring staff in every aspect of this amazing organisation. As a family we were very anxious about moving Mum into a care home, however, we need not have been - if only all care homes were as brilliant as PMK!
Thank you so much for your 5-star review of our home. The team always strives to give a high level of care and it is lovely to hear that we have been able to deliver this. I will pass your kind words on to the team.
My mother moved into Prince Michael of Kent Court last November as she could no longer cope at home. Since entering the home she looks healthier and younger! Staff are friendly, professional, helpful and attentive to Mum's care needs. The bright, clean and welcoming atmosphere/layout is brilliant with lots of lovely outside space. The care home has an excellent activity programme, Mum's favourite is the Love to Exercise class. The food and social dining facilities are great. I would highly recommend Prince Michael of Kent Court.
Thank you so much for your 5-star review of our home. We are so pleased to hear that your mother is enjoying living here and the positive impact this has had for her. I will pass your kind words on to our staff team.
We have been delighted with the friendly and professional staff at The Prince Michael of Kent Court home in Watford. I have really been grateful for making my mother's move so easy and stress-free. Each time we attend we are greeted with a friendly, happy face and am happy to recommend this home without any hesitation. Sincere thanks to all the staff.
Thank you so much for leaving such a positive review about the home and our staff team. I will pass your kind comments on to them as they always strive to deliver high quality care and support to all our residents and their families.
I am very happy with the care my mum receives at Prince Michael of Kent Court. The staff are extremely kind, professional and attentive. The building has a lovely layout with really nice outside areas. My mum's room is very homely with a lovely view onto one of the courtyards. She seems to really enjoy the food. I would highly recommend Prince Michael of Kent Court.
Thank you so much for your 5-star review and the kind words about our staff. We are pleased that you are happy with the care that your mum is receiving and that she is enjoying her time with us. I will pass your comments on to the team as it always nice to receive such positive feedback.
The main seating area is full of light and very comfortable for residents and visitors There are smaller, more intimate lounges attached to each wing. We used to go for a family visit with tea and cakes.
The dining rooms are like 4-star restaurants with tablecloths and linen napkins. My friend enjoys the social aspect of eating with a small group of residents. They share wine with each other. The standard of food is good.
There are many organised activities. My friend particularly enjoys the live music organised at the week ends by the Friends of the Home.
All religions and seasonal events are celebrated and the main lounge decorated Christmas saw a huge sleigh with a real-life reindeer.
My friend's room is large with plenty of storage and has a wet room attached. In the summer there is a patio accessed directly from the room.
We are always warmly welcomed by staff who offer tea and coffee when we visit.
Thank you so much for leaving such a lovely review of our home. We are pleased to hear that your friend is enjoying their stay here and greatly enjoys the social aspect of the home and all the wonderful activities that we provide. I will ensure that your kind words are passed on to the team.
My stepmother really enjoyed her respite time in Prince Michael of Kent home. She came out looking much fitter and healthier that she went in. Three regular good meals a day was responsible for this. Also the very caring carers - nothing was too much trouble. Thank you very much
Thank you for leaving such a lovely review of our home and care team. We are so pleased to hear that your step-mother enjoyed her stay with us. I will pass your kind comments on to both the care and catering teams.
Residents are cared for extremely well in their comfortable and very pleasant surroundings.
Fantastic staff right across the board, they do their utmost to meet residents' needs in a loving and kind manner.
We feel very happy our mum is looked after so well.
Thank you for taking the time to give such a lovely review of our home and our staff team. The team at Prince Michael of Kent Court always strives to deliver the best possible service and we are pleased to hear that you are happy with the care that we give. I will pass on your kind and positive comments to the team.
The recruitment, supervision and development of staff is first class and sets a standard that raises everyone’s game.
When visiting my mother (who looks ten years younger since becoming a resident four weeks ago) I saw the manager in overalls, painting a wall. She expects none of her staff to do anything she wouldn’t do herself.
Every staff member knows my mother’s name and the environment created for residents is calm, comfortable and welcoming.
We are so lucky our Mum is being looked after so well, it’s all down to leadership, which starts at the top.
Absolutely amazing.
Thank you for submitting such a lovely review of our home and are pleased that we have had a such a positive impact on your mother and yourself. The team at Prince Michael of Kent Court always try to go the extra mile to deliver a high level of service and from the top down will be involved in all...
My father was a resident at the Prince Michael of Kent Court between January 2020 and October 2023. Throughout this time Dad was looked after with kindness, dignity and respect by all the stafff. Whenever my sister and I visited we always felt well supported and cared for as well, which made visiting Dad each week an experience we could look forward to and enjoy.
Thank you for taking the time to leave such a lovely review for our home. It is always nice to hear such positive feedback and that the team have delivered a high level of care and support to both our residents and their families. I will ensure your kind words are passed on to the team.
The care home has excellent facilities, good care and support by the staff and a clean environment.
The fact all the residents are happy in their stay at the home is a testimony of the home.
Thank you for taking the time to leave such a lovely review for our care home and staff team. I will ensure your kind words are passed on to the staff and our volunteers. The team at Prince Michael always try to provide the best possible care to our residents and it is always nice to hear that our residents are enjoying their time with us.
It has given my mother a new lease of life. Living (and later struggling) in her own home, she had forgotten that she was actually very sociable, and the ability to engage with others and enjoy social events has been an enormous boost to her emotional well-being.
She is very well looked after by the excellent, professional team there and the whole ambience of the home is most welcoming, more like an upmarket hotel. She is very happy there and it is reassuring to know that she is in safe hands and enjoying herself. A couple of medical issues requiring short-term hospitalisation were quickly spotted and dealt with in a very professional manner.
Thank you for submitting such a wonderful review for our home and staff team. It is lovely to hear that your mother is happy and enjoying her time with us. I will pass your kind words on to the team as it is always nice to hear we have made such a difference for our residents and their wellbeing.
My mother-in-law moved to Prince Michael of Kent Court in August 2023 and she has received first-class care from the excellent team at the home. All of the staff are friendly, welcoming and caring and go out of their way to ensure that all the residents and their families are happy and have all that they need.
Thank you for taking the time to submit such a lovely review of our home and the kind words for our care team. I will ensure your comments are passed on to them.
He is positive about the staff and complimentary about the ways in which he is looked after. He is now walking (he was unable to do so on entering Prince Michael of Kent Court), and he is clean and well-dressed. Although there are times his mind wanders, he is much more lucid than in the early days following entry.
As a friend of the occupant, I emphasize the positive way in which management and other staff members support the occupant but also all those who visit him.
The environment is very clean and welcoming, with a very good balance of decoration yet supportive measures. The programme of events is exceptional.
Thank you for taking the time to leave such a lovely review of our home. We are pleased to hear that you have had such a positive and supportive experience with us. I will pass your kind words on to our staff team.
This is the first occasion I have had cause to be involved in managing someone's care in a home and I can say that the process has been excellent. The accommodation at Prince Michael of Kent Court, its cleanliness and the service provided by the staff is first class.
Thank you so much for taking the time to submit your review and for your kind words about our staff team. It is lovely to hear that you have had such a positive experience with us.
At the moment I am still able to care for myself but I now feel reassured that when I need more help and care I shall not resist it. I hope there will be a place for me in Prince Michael of Kent now that I have experienced their very high standards throughout.
Thank you for taking the time to write such a lovely review and for your kind words about the home and our staff. I will pass on your comments to the team as feedback such as this is always welcome to hear. We are so pleased that you enjoyed your stay with us and when the time comes you will choose to come back to us.
Prince Michael of Kent Court is a welcoming and loving environment for both residents and relatives. Care is taken to identify individual needs and to meet them. The staff seem happy, usually a sign of a well-run establishment.
Thank you for submitting such a lovely review about our home and staff. The team works hard to ensure that all residents receive individual person-centered care tailored to their needs. I will forward your kind words to our staff team.
Would I stay again? Yes when the time comes.
Thank you for such a lovely review of our home and I am pleased that we were able to support your recovery after your operation. The home always strives to provide a high level of care to all and I will pass on your kind words to our team. It gives great satisfaction to us all that if required you would choose to stay with us again.
My husband has dementia, he stayed at Prince Michael of Kent for 2 weeks in June. The home is a credit to all who work there. The most important aspect has got to be the care, respect and effort to keep the residents happy and entertained.
Thank you for your lovely review regarding your husband's stay at our home. I will forward on to the team your kind words about the care and support he received.
As a family, we are all extremely happy with Prince Michael of Kent Court Care Home. I visit daily and can't believe how very kind everyone is not only to my mum but all the residents. Prince Michael of Kent Court seems like one happy family with lots of activities and nothing seems like too much trouble.
Thank you so much for your lovely review and kind words about our home and staff. We are so pleased that the family are happy with the care that your mother receives. As a home, we always strive to ensure that all our residents and their families feel at home here.
I feel so lucky to have found this home for my mother who has dementia. The level of genuine care for the residents is above and beyond expectations. A warm and friendly atmosphere unlike many residential homes has no odour of incontinence.
Thank you for taking the time to write a review about Prince Michael of Kent Court and for your kind words about our home and the staff team. We’re so pleased you are happy with the care given to your mother and that we have been able to exceed your expectations. I will ensure your feedback is passed on to the team.
Regulatory Rating
Care Quality Commission (CQC) Rating
Date: 01 October 2024Good
- CaringOutstanding
- 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
Bed Vacancies
Posted: 16 July 2026Please contact the home to discuss your requirements
News (22) & Events (0)
- 04 Jun 2026
Residents and staff across RMBI Care Co. Homes took part in 'Learning at Work Week' during 18th to 24th May to share and learn new skills. The theme for this...
- 22 Apr 2026
Residents at RMBI Care Co. Home Prince Michael of Kent Court, in Watford, have recently showcased their creativity in a vibrant art exhibition, celebrating months of artistic achievement. The Home...
- 04 Mar 2026
RMBI Care Co.’s Human Resources Team has received national recognition after being Highly Commended in the ‘Three R’s Award’ category at the Great British Care Awards. The national awards ceremony,...
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Awards / Recognitions (7)
- 30 Jan 2026Recipient: Prince Michael of Kent Court
- 30 Jun 2022Recipient: The Royal Masonic Benevolent Institution Care Company (RMBI)
- 30 Jun 2021Recipient: The Royal Masonic Benevolent Institution Care Company (RMBI)
Accreditations
There are no accreditations posted yet for Prince Michael of Kent Court.
Meet the Team (3)

I have over 15 years of experience working with older people in the Care Sector. I have worked at Prince Michael of Kent Court since 2012, initially as Deputy Home Manager, and I was appointed to Home Manager in 2015.

I have worked at Prince Michael of Kent Court since 2013. I have held several positions since I started including Team Leader, Training Manager and in November 2022 I became the Deputy Home Manager.

I joined the team at Prince Michael of Kent Court in 2015. I started as a Receptionist and became the Business Relationship Manager in February 2018. I am responsible for all aspects of residents’ finances, and the administrative procedures within the Home.
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