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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.
First impressions are very good with light and airy public rooms and gardens with happy residents chatting. There is a small bar and even an old Wurlitzer juke box in the lounge.
The care my mum received was second to none, with outstanding carers. Unfortunately she became quite ill quite quickly and the home provided excellent palliative care until she sadly passed away.
I have no hesitation in recommending Prince Michael of Kent Court.
I have a dear friend who started living at Prince Michael of Kent Court just before COVID hit us. I would without hesitation recommend this residential home to anyone. Things have been very difficult the last couple of years but the staff are quite simply wonderful and do all they can to make living at Prince Michael of Kent Court a good experience. The home is very comfortable and when possible there have been activities. Normal activities are building up again for those who wish to participate. The reason I have only given a 4* for food is that the portions aren’t that generous but I guess that’s normal.
Due to the virus, normal activities are not as usual.
Lovely meals, beautifully presented. Rooms are attractive and well set out.
The facility is spotlessly clean. All staff are professional, personable and very friendly.
Up to COVID, the activity schedule was amazing. Absolutely the finest care home I have ever visited. Grateful thanks to everyone at Prince Michael of Kent Court.
P.S. Handling of COVID pandemic has been 1st rate.
Since day one, my experience of this care home has been nothing but positive. A 'pod', a room divided by a glass screen, was introduced which has enabled me to visit constantly during the current Covid crisis - something that has been very important for my father. The most important aspect for me is hearing my father sound so happy and content.
This is a first-class home. Everyone listens and does everything in their power to respond to both mine and my mother's requests. The care is wonderful and the staff are kindness itself. The environment is bright and sunny which is so uplifting.
One could not wish for anything better. All the staff were very helpful and kind, and easily alerted if help was required.
A caring, friendly and calm place and I know my mother is receiving the professional care she needs. Staff are helpful and approachable and treat every resident with respect.
The building is bright and creates a sense of space, cheerfulness and calm. The staff are all exceptionally kind and cheerful. My mother is very well looked after and the range of daily activities is very impressive.
This care home is very good in all respects. It has very good management in place. I would recommend this care home for your loved ones and would like the peace of mind for your family.
A pleasure to visit. Residents are happy and well cared for. There are plenty of activities every day. The staff are excellent, very caring and always welcoming. Cleanliness and the food are also excellent.
First class care and environment, however, no facilities to cope with blindness which proved frustrating in the evenings when fellow residents went to bed or to watch TV.
Mom went into the home in April. The staff are very kind and helpful and willing to do anything asked of them. There is always something going on for the residents in a very relaxed atmosphere. The family are so pleased that Mom is safe and well and looked after. Thank you.
The home is extremely well staffed. Everyone is courteous and there is a very positive, friendly atmosphere. Staff have the time to spend with each and every resident (and their visitors!) and consequently, they know them very well indeed. Nothing is too much trouble.
There is a full program of activities for residents and excellent support from the Association of Friends who hold regular additional events to which friends and family are invited. This all adds to the feeling of a community in which every member is valued.
Communication between staff and family is good and I can relax because I know that my father is being cared for in the best possible way, in the best possible place, by the best possible people.
Management is responsive to requests. Staff go out of their what to allay any concerns we may have and never make me feel I am a nuisance. We are so happy dad is in this home.
The care given to my mum has been wonderful. She is loved and looked after with attention to her individual needs. I am able to leave her knowing she is in safe hands.
My mother has been at Prince Michael of Kent Court for two and a half years to date and has had excellent care throughout that time. She is calm and comfortable thanks to the dedicated staff team and the care they give her. She was a hundred years old in February and the Activities Organiser arranged a really splendid birthday party for her, which was shared with all the residents and everyone had a most enjoyable afternoon. The following day the Activities Organiser managed a birthday lunch for Mother's family members and all her guests were made to feel so welcome. Everyone commended the excellent facilities provided by the home in a light and airy environment with friendly, caring and welcoming staff members.
Overall, this is a very good care home indeed. Much attention is paid to the security and well-being of the residents, and the general attitude of the staff is friendly, helpful and cooperative. Several are quite outstanding in their concern and care, but I have seen none fall short of the desired standard. Food is plentiful, and generally of a high standard both in quality and presentation. Facilities are rarely used by my parent, who prefers her own company, but seems to be varied and much appreciated by others. I really have no negative comments, and can unhesitatingly recommend this home.
They are a delightful team of carers, always happy and smiling, watchful and with the utmost patience. Nothing is too much trouble. My husband often asks to see my car and sometimes a member of staff at the desk will come out with him to wave me off. Then divert his attention and gently take him back indoors. Other times, the carers have to contend with - and overcome - my husband's stubbornness about such things as going in the shower or having his nails cut.
The care and attention given to all residents is excellent. My cousin has been resident for some years and I cannot fault the care given to him in that time.
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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