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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.
My mother has been a resident at Prince Michael of Kent Court for the past two years. During this time I have visited her at least once a week. Depending on other commitments my visits have been on different days and times. I have always found the home to be well staffed with a variety of activities going on. All the staff, laundry, cleaners, carers have always been very friendly and helpful. I have no concerns or worries on leaving my mother in their care. I feel the support and attention she receives could no be bettered.
Her eldest son arranged for her to come to Prince Michael of Kent Court and I am very relieved to find her so much happier and relaxed when I visit. The staff are kind and friendly and the surroundings pleasant. I do not know the cost of her care but her son implied that is it fairly expensive but well worth it.
My mother became blind and lost part of her memory thought a series of strokes. She came to the home not knowing her way around or who was there. The professional and caring staff and management soon gave my mother confidence she needed. Now she can walk around and chat to people and join in on some of the activities and entertainment. Everyone is so friendly and stop and have a chat with mum. The meals are of a very high standard and excellent choice, nothing is too much trouble. Mum gets guidance at meal times in the dining room or wherever she wants to have her meal. Everywhere is so clean and tidy and homely. She thinks the staff are wonderful and so do I. Knowing she is safe and really cared for.
Her needs have changed over time and the home have monitored and adapted the service to meet her needs.
My father has Alzheimer's and has spent the last 8 years in specialized care in Prince Michael of Kent Court. (PMOK). It is an excellent care home. I live in Canada and can only afford to visit my father once a year. The staff at PMOK are excellent and send me monthly newsletters so that I can keep in touch with what activities and trips that my father is enjoying. In addition they arrange special one on one SKYPE sessions so that I can see and chat with Dad online. This means so much to me and due to the 9 hour time difference, the staff have to arrange to do this late in the evening.
Should they have any special concerns, they get in touch with me at once. This is such wonderful peace of mind, living so far away. I cannot recommend this home and the excellent professional staff enough.
It is an excellent care home and the staff are very friendly and well trained, also the facilities are of an excellent standard.
I am overwhelmed by the kindness and commitment shown by all the staff to my mum. She is so happy at Prince Michael of Kent Court and is always saying how lovely everyone is. She must drive them all nuts but they are nothing but patient, warm and affectionate with her. We are all so relieved to know she is so well cared for and have nothing but praise for the staff.
A dedicated team providing good care. Lovely setting. Good activities
The whole place always looks bright and welcoming - also fresh smelling (well ventilated).
I had been caring for my Nanny for 8 years in her own home but it all got too much and her care needs continued to get greater. Moving her into PMOK was a massive translation for both of us and I was nervous about handing her care over to others. This was over a year ago now and I am nothing but thrilled with the care Nanny receives. The love and attention to detail shown by all staff is fantastic. Activities go way above and beyond to keep residents lively and engaged. Nanny's room is wonderful, her personal care is very good, staff are friendly and the home and gardens are kept most beautiful.
Since then his condition has changed and he is not mobile and can have challenging behaviour. However his care has been wonderful and he is able to join in activities when he wishes. His care is personalised - tailored to his needs and moods and the family are also involved. Whenever I visit him the staff are welcoming and friendly, and have observed how they interact with other residents- sitting doing their nails or just holding hands.
One of the reasons that we chose PMOK was the male female ratio.
The Home has a homely feel, great care and I would strongly recommend it to those who reach the criteria.
My mother moved into the home in October 2015 and is settling in well. It's a huge wrench after over 60 years of married life to lose your husband and then need to move to residential care. The team are fantastic. The home manager is always warm and friendly and does her utmost to ensure that the residents' needs come first. Natural teething problems have been resolved readily. Almost without exception mum has found all the staff helpful, kind and friendly.
Whenever I visit, morning, afternoon or evening, there always seems to be some social event going on for the residents to join in. Mum has also been out for lunch and shopping trips are organised too. Input from outside groups like choirs and games organisers helps to offer the residents a varied entertainment program.
The home itself and the surroundings are beautifully maintained and kept very clean.
Overall I am very impressed with the level of care provided.
My mother, approaching 100 years of age, has been wonderfully cared for in this warm and compassionate environment.
A relatively modern, clean, very well-maintained home. The staff - from the Home Manager to the individual Carers, the Catering Manager, the lady who deals with the laundry and even the handyman - are all, without exception, friendly, courteous and co-operative, not only to my Wife as a resident, but also to me as her Husband, and my family and friends who visit my Wife. The support that is given to my Wife is wonderfully caring in the extreme (from her daily routines and her meals, but also to just 'popping in' to see her in her room from time to time to check she is OK and happy), relaxed, friendly - almost loving! - and this care creates a highly significant degree of confidence for me, and my family and friends, that my wife is being very well looked after.
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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