






Situated in beautiful grounds in Harlow, Essex, next to Princess Alexandra Hospital, Alexandra House is a welcoming 106-bed care home offering residential, nursing, dementia and respite care.
With a strong focus on person-led care, the home provides a warm and supportive environment where residents can feel comfortable and maintain their independence.
Alexandra House features beautifully furnished bedrooms, spacious lounges and communal areas, alongside a dedicated sensory relaxation space designed to promote wellbeing....
Situated in beautiful grounds in Harlow, Essex, next to Princess Alexandra Hospital, Alexandra House is a welcoming 106-bed care home offering residential, nursing, dementia and respite care.
With a strong focus on person-led care, the home provides a warm and supportive environment where residents can feel comfortable and maintain their independence.
Alexandra House features beautifully furnished bedrooms, spacious lounges and communal areas, alongside a dedicated sensory relaxation space designed to promote wellbeing. Residents enjoy a varied programme of engaging activities, encouraging friendships, wellbeing and connections with the local community.
The dedicated team is committed to providing compassionate, personalised care, ensuring every resident feels valued, supported and at home.
Care Provided by Alexandra House
Primary Care Categories
- Older Person Care
- Dementia
- Physical Disability
- Visual / Hearing Impairment
Length of Stay
- Permanent Care
- Respite Care
Care Types Provided
- Residential Care
- Nursing Care
- Dementia Residential Care
- Dementia Nursing Care
- For a maximum of 106 Service Users
Dementia Care Types
- Mild Dementia
- Moderate Dementia
Other Care Provided
- Palliative / End of Life Care
- Convalescent Care
Facilities
- Own Furniture if required
- Pet Friendly (or by arrangement)
- Close to Local shops
- Near Public Transport
- Minibus or other transport
- Lift
- Wheelchair Access
- Gardens
- Bar/Café
- Television point in own room
- Residents Internet Access
Funding & Fees
Weekly Charges per Person
Contact Alexandra House to confirm what's included and get a personalised quote:
The price(s) shown are provided by the care home. Contact Alexandra House for full pricing details and T&Cs.
Funding Types Accepted
- Self-Funding (Private)
- Local Authority with Top-up
- Local Authority
- NHS Continuing Healthcare (CHC)
Support you may be entitled to
- If you choose a care home based in England, you may be eligible for NHS Funded Nursing Care (FNC), which helps cover the cost of nursing. This is worth £267.68 per week and is usually paid directly to the care home.
Tours
Good to Know
Group / Owner
- Runwood Homes Ltd
- Private Owned
Person in charge
- Monica Dragu (Home Manager)
Local Authority / Social Services
Admission Information
- Ages 65+
Care Home Design/Build
- Purpose Built: Yes
- Last Refurbishment: 2021
- Number of floors: 3
Room Information
- Single Rooms (106)
Visiting
- Upon arriving at their home, please press the buzzer on the intercom. A member of staff will greet you shortly. They kindly request that you sign the guestbook upon both arrival and departure. This helps them to maintain an accurate record of who is in the building. In the event of an emergency, please follow the designated safety protocols provided. Your cooperation ensures everyone's safety.
Parking
- The home includes dedicated parking spaces.
Alexandra House Reviews (120)
Alexandra House has a Review Score of 9.8 (9.846) out of 10, based on 31 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Alexandra House has 120 reviews.
Excellent staff always helpfull.
Excellent staff always helpfull.
We're delighted to hear that our team's helpfulness has made a positive impression. Your kind feedback is greatly appreciated by everyone at Alexandra House.
Mum care has been very good since she came to Alexandra House both in personal + medical. The carers here do a very good job of try to maintain an environment which is safe caring + interesting for the residents.
Mum care has been very good since she came to Alexandra House both in personal + medical. The carers here do a very good job of try to maintain an environment which is safe caring + interesting for the residents.
Thank you for your lovely feedback. We're delighted to hear that your mum is receiving good personal and medical care at Alexandra House. Our team is committed to providing a safe, caring and engaging environment for all our residents.
The home is very welcoming to everybody. Activities make sure residents are entertained. Food is great and all staff go out of there way to help. Highly recommend Alexandra House.
The home is very welcoming to everybody. Activities make sure residents are entertained. Food is great and all staff go out of there way to help. Highly recommend Alexandra House.
Thank you for your wonderful feedback and recommendation! We're delighted to hear that you find Alexandra House welcoming and are pleased with our activities, food, and the dedication of our team. Your kind words mean a lot to us.
I'm always very happy to see Carol and that is very friendly when I'm here. Very clean and very helpful.
I'm always very happy to see Carol and that is very friendly when I'm here. Very clean and very helpful.
Thank you for your lovely feedback! We're delighted to hear that you enjoy visiting Carol and find our team friendly, helpful, and the home clean. Your kind words are greatly appreciated by the whole team.
We are kept informed and updated regularly regarding her care.
All staff are very friendly and helpful - cannot thank them enough.
We are kept informed and updated regularly regarding her care.
All staff are very friendly and helpful - cannot thank them enough.
Thank you for your lovely review. We are delighted to hear that you are happy with Wendy's care and communication. Your kind words mean a great deal to our team, and we will be sure to share your feedback with all the staff.
Mum has been a resident on Cherry floor now for just over 15 months and we are really pleased with how she has been looked after and cared for. The staff are friendly, caring, helpful and always approachable to talk to about mum. She entered the home at a weight of five and half stone and having...
Mum has been a resident on Cherry floor now for just over 15 months and we are really pleased with how she has been looked after and cared for. The staff are friendly, caring, helpful and always approachable to talk to about mum. She entered the home at a weight of five and half stone and having lost the enthusiasm for life, but with the staffs help and caring is now back to her original healthy weight and enjoys some of the daily activities which are put on. We would highly recommend the home to anyone who's relative is in need of full time care and like to thank all the staff at Alexandra House for their hard work and patience.
Thank you for your wonderful feedback and kind words. We are delighted to hear how much your mum has progressed and is enjoying life at Alexandra House. It is lovely to know that our staff's care, patience and support have made such a positive difference. We truly appreciate your recommendation and will share your kind comments with the whole team.
The staff are friendly and any issues we have had have been dealt with quickly.
They are also helpful and our mum has a good relationship with the staff.
The staff are friendly and any issues we have had have been dealt with quickly.
They are also helpful and our mum has a good relationship with the staff.
Thank you for your kind feedback. We're pleased to hear that your mum is well cared for and has built a positive relationship with our staff. We're also glad that any concerns have been dealt with promptly and that you feel supported by the team at Alexandra House.
I am delighted by the staff and the way they connect with Colin and myself. Colin is quite happy and that is the main thing.
I am delighted by the staff and the way they connect with Colin and myself. Colin is quite happy and that is the main thing.
Thank you for your lovely feedback. We're delighted to hear that Colin is happy and that you feel well supported by our staff. It means a lot to know that our team has built such a positive connection with you both.
All the staff are warm, helpful & efficient. Any issues I have had have been dealt with quickly & thoroughly,
All the staff are warm, helpful & efficient. Any issues I have had have been dealt with quickly & thoroughly,
Thank you for your kind feedback. We're pleased to hear that you find our staff warm, helpful and efficient, and that any concerns have been addressed promptly and thoroughly. Your feedback is greatly appreciated by the whole team at Alexandra House.
We find the home has been very good & Nan was happy to move in long term after a respite stay. she says that there's nothing she doesn't like. She likes the food is nice & range of activities & days out. The home is always clean & staff are friendly to myself & Nan. We are very happy with her first...
We find the home has been very good & Nan was happy to move in long term after a respite stay. she says that there's nothing she doesn't like. She likes the food is nice & range of activities & days out. The home is always clean & staff are friendly to myself & Nan. We are very happy with her first month & settled in well. The medical care & referral extremely good.
Thank you for your wonderful feedback. We're delighted to hear that Nan has settled so well and is enjoying the food, activities and days out. It's lovely to know that you find the home clean, our staff friendly, and the medical care and referrals supportive.
After 10 months all the staff are very warm and welcoming the home
After 10 months all the staff are very warm and welcoming the home
Thank you for your kind words and for taking the time to share your experience. We're delighted to hear that you have found our staff warm and welcoming. Your feedback means a lot to the whole team at Alexandra House.
We particularly like the garden, coffee room and surrounding.
Contact and updates are regular.
Activity sessions are varied and enthusiasticly run by the staff.
We particularly like the garden, coffee room and surrounding.
Contact and updates are regular.
Activity sessions are varied and enthusiasticly run by the staff.
Thank you for your lovely feedback. We're so pleased to hear that you find our staff attentive and helpful, and that you enjoy our garden, coffee room and surroundings. It's also wonderful to know that you value the regular communication and updates, as well as the variety and enthusiasm of our activity sessions. Your kind words mean a lot to the whole team at Alexandra House.
Very good experience, with warm, friendly, caring staff. All the staff were incredibly patient and able to cope with difficult situations calmly and professionally. I have no complaints about the care received.
Very good experience, with warm, friendly, caring staff. All the staff were incredibly patient and able to cope with difficult situations calmly and professionally. I have no complaints about the care received.
Thank you so much for taking the time to leave such a lovely review of Alexandra House. We are truly grateful for your kind words and are delighted to hear that you have had a positive experience with our team and the care and support provided to your loved one. Feedback like yours means a great...
Thank you so much for taking the time to leave such a lovely review of Alexandra House. We are truly grateful for your kind words and are delighted to hear that you have had a positive experience with our team and the care and support provided to your loved one. Feedback like yours means a great deal to the whole team. Our residents' wellbeing, comfort and happiness are at the heart of everything we do, and it is very rewarding to know that our efforts are appreciated by families. Thank you once again for your support and for taking the time to share your experience. We really appreciate it.
All I can say is wow. The carers and nursing team are...
All I can say is wow. The carers and nursing team are truly outstanding. Knowing my mum is receiving such compassionate, professional care has given me enormous peace of mind and taken a huge weight off my shoulders.
Having worked as a carer in a care home myself, I know what high standards of care look like, and I expect nothing less for my mum. The care she receives at Alexandra House is exactly the standard I always aimed to provide myself.
A special thank you to Christina and the entire team. Your kindness, dedication, and genuine care mean more than words can express. I cannot thank you enough for everything you do. I would highly recommend Alexandra House to anyone looking for exceptional care for a loved one.
We are truly grateful for your kind words and delighted to hear that your mum, Lillian, continues to receive the compassionate, dignified, and professional care she deserves. We understand that the transition to the Cherries Unit was a significant step, and it means so much to know that the nursing...
We are truly grateful for your kind words and delighted to hear that your mum, Lillian, continues to receive the compassionate, dignified, and professional care she deserves. We understand that the transition to the Cherries Unit was a significant step, and it means so much to know that the nursing and care teams have helped make this change a positive experience for both Lillian and your family.Your comments are particularly meaningful given your own experience working in care. Knowing that you recognise the dedication, compassion, and high standards demonstrated by our team is a wonderful compliment and one we are incredibly proud of.
Thank you once again for placing your trust in us over the past three years and for recommending Alexandra House. It is a privilege to care for Lillian, and we look forward to continuing to support her and your family for many years to come.
My Dad spent the last 5 months of his life in Alexandra House I cannot express how grateful we are to the amazing team who looked after him he was treated with kindness and compassion and he was happy : He was very poorly when he arrived dad had spent a long time in hospital and was very unsettled...
My Dad spent the last 5 months of his life in Alexandra House I cannot express how grateful we are to the amazing team who looked after him he was treated with kindness and compassion and he was happy : He was very poorly when he arrived dad had spent a long time in hospital and was very unsettled and upset, but within a couple of weeks he was a different person happy and laughing we had not seen that in a long time and I know that was down to the lovely staff so Thank you all for your kindness and care.
Thank you so much for your kind and heartfelt review. We are truly grateful for your lovely words. It means a great deal to know that your dad felt happy, comfortable, and well cared for during his time with us. We will be sure to share your thanks with the whole team, who will be touched by your recognition. Our thoughts remain with you and your family.
I don't get to see my cousin often but he is a happy chappy.
I don't get to see my cousin often but he is a happy chappy.
Thank you for taking the time to leave a review. We are delighted to hear that your cousin is happy and enjoying his time with us. Your kind comments are greatly appreciated, and we look forward to continuing to provide a safe, supportive, and enjoyable environment for him.
My aunt is the happiest I have seen her in many years. This place is just what she needed.
My aunt is the happiest I have seen her in many years. This place is just what she needed.
Your kind words mean a great deal to our...
Thank you so much for your wonderful review. We are delighted to hear that your aunt is the happiest you have seen her in many years. Knowing that she feels comfortable, supported, and able to enjoy life with us is exactly what we strive for every day.Your kind words mean a great deal to our entire team, and we are especially pleased that you have had such a positive experience across all aspects of our service. We will be sure to share your feedback with our staff, who work hard to create a caring, safe, and welcoming environment for all our residents.
Thank you for taking the time to leave your review and for trusting us with your aunt's care.
The staff work closely with us as a family to...
The staff work closely with us as a family to give Mum the best possible care, including respecting our wishes about spending time in communal spaces when activities are happening, even if she cannot fully engage.
The care home are experienced in providing care as residents' needs evolve - for example, they have adapted the food Mum receives as her Alzheimer's has progressed.
There is also a consistency in core staff, which gives us confidence in the consistency of care Mum receives - they know what is or isn't normal for Mum and respond accordingly. The staff are kind and caring and we appreciate the home they are giving to Mum.
I would highly recommend the home.
We are truly grateful for your kind words and for placing your trust in us over the past three years. It means a great deal to hear that your mum feels well cared for and that our team's efforts to understand her...
Thank you so much for taking the time to share such a thoughtful and detailed review.We are truly grateful for your kind words and for placing your trust in us over the past three years. It means a great deal to hear that your mum feels well cared for and that our team's efforts to understand her as an individual are making a positive difference. Supporting residents with young-onset Alzheimer's requires not only experience but genuine compassion, and we're pleased that this is reflected in your experience with us. Working closely with families is incredibly important to us, so we're especially glad you feel involved in your mum's care and that your wishes are respected. Your recognition of our team's consistency and attentiveness is also very much appreciated. Building familiarity and trust allows us to notice even small changes and respond with the right level of care.
Would just like to thank all staff that looked after my brother Chris in the short stay he was with you. Thank you for looking after all the family when he passed away, your care and sympathy went a long way. We are just gutted we didn't get him into your care sooner as he would of loved being...
Would just like to thank all staff that looked after my brother Chris in the short stay he was with you. Thank you for looking after all the family when he passed away, your care and sympathy went a long way. We are just gutted we didn't get him into your care sooner as he would of loved being there.
It means a great deal to hear that you felt supported during such a difficult time. Our...
Thank you so much for taking the time to share such kind words about our team. We are truly sorry for the loss of your brother, Chris, and we are grateful that you trusted us to care for him during his stay.It means a great deal to hear that you felt supported during such a difficult time. Our staff work very hard to ensure that both residents and their families are treated with compassion, dignity, and respect, so your feedback will mean a lot to everyone who looked after Chris.
On behalf of all the staff, thank you again for your kind words and for allowing us to be part of Chris's care. We send our sincere condolences to you and your family.
My mum Joyce has just turned 93, she has been in Alexandra Care Home nearly 2 years. She has received superb care from Cristina and her colleagues from day one. They have catered for her changing dementia condition over time and given her family peace of mind knowing she is being looked after. I...
My mum Joyce has just turned 93, she has been in Alexandra Care Home nearly 2 years. She has received superb care from Cristina and her colleagues from day one. They have catered for her changing dementia condition over time and given her family peace of mind knowing she is being looked after. I would highly recommend this care home.
Thank you for taking the time to share such a wonderful review of Alexandra Care Home.
We are truly delighted to hear that your mum, Joyce, has had such a positive experience with us over the past two years. It means a great deal to know that the team have been able to support Joyce as her needs...
Thank you for taking the time to share such a wonderful review of Alexandra Care Home.
We are truly delighted to hear that your mum, Joyce, has had such a positive experience with us over the past two years. It means a great deal to know that the team have been able to support Joyce as her needs have changed and to provide the reassurance and peace of mind that families deserve.
Your kind words about the care, dignity and support provided to your mum will be shared with all of the team, who work hard every day to ensure our residents feel safe, comfortable and valued.
It is especially lovely to hear that Joyce's journey with us has been a positive one, and we are grateful for your recommendation and continued trust in our care.
Regulatory Rating
Care Quality Commission (CQC) Rating
Date: 15 July 2023Good
- 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
Please contact us for latest vacancies.
News (31) & Events (0)
- 09 Oct 2026
Residents and staff at Alexandra House Care Home, part of the Runwood Homes group, have taken their first steps towards an ambitious goal this October, as the Strawberry Unit launches...
- 23 Sep 2026
Alexandra House care home, part of the Runwood Homes group, is celebrating the dedication of its nursing team after receiving wonderful feedback from relatives and recognition through the National Care...
- 04 Sep 2026
Alexandra House care home, part of the Runwood Homes group, was delighted to celebrate resident Suzanne’s extraordinary milestone as she marked her 104th birthday. Suzanne’s family approached members of the...
There are no upcoming events for Alexandra House.
Awards / Recognitions (10)
- 30 Jan 2026Recipient: Runwood Homes Ltd
- 31 Jan 2025Recipient: Runwood Homes Ltd
- 31 Jan 2024Recipient: Runwood Homes Ltd
Accreditations
There are no accreditations posted yet for Alexandra House.
Meet the Team (4)

My journey in care began in 2009, when I started working as a Care Assistant at Runwood Homes – Alexandra House. In February 2010, I proudly achieved...
My journey in care began in 2009, when I started working as a Care Assistant at Runwood Homes – Alexandra House. In February 2010, I proudly achieved my registration as a qualified Registered General Nurse and continued to work at Alexandra House until 2012.
Since then, my career has taken me on a rewarding path into management, where I’ve held a variety of leadership roles within the care sector. Wanting to continue developing my skills and leadership abilities, I completed a Level 5 Diploma in Business Management and the My Home Life programme, alongside several other management trainings that have helped shape the way I lead and support my teams.
In 2025, I was delighted to return to Runwood Homes – Alexandra House as a Registered Manager. It feels like coming home to where my passion for care first began, and I’m committed to making a difference by maintaining the high standards and quality of care that inspired me at the very start of my journey.

I have been a receptionist at Alexandra House for 4 years. I really enjoy my role and all that goes with it. I enjoy seeing people every day; I like...
I have been a receptionist at Alexandra House for 4 years. I really enjoy my role and all that goes with it. I enjoy seeing people every day; I like interacting with relatives and residents.
In my spare time, I am currently decorating my new flat, which I enjoy doing.

My name is Lee, I’ve been a Housekeeper at Alexandra House for 3 years. I was domestic staff for 1 year, and I was promoted by our home manager, who...
My name is Lee, I’ve been a Housekeeper at Alexandra House for 3 years. I was domestic staff for 1 year, and I was promoted by our home manager, who has supported me with settling into my current role. I enjoy my job and the people I work with.
In my spare time, I do my housework and walk my dogs.

Hello, my name is Judith, and I am the Deputy Manager here at Alexandra House. I bring over 12 years of experience in caring for elderly people,...
Hello, my name is Judith, and I am the Deputy Manager here at Alexandra House. I bring over 12 years of experience in caring for elderly people, including those living with dementia. I began my journey at Alexandra House as a care assistant in 2012 and have worked my way up through various roles to become Deputy Manager.
I truly enjoy collaborating with our team to deliver the highest quality, person-centred care to all our residents. Every aspect of my role brings me joy, as it allows me to make a meaningful difference in their lives.
In my spare time, I am an active member of my church, where I also sing in the choir.
Frequently Asked Questions about Alexandra House
How much does Alexandra House cost?
The care home lists weekly fees per person from £1,480 for residential care (respite from £1,580) and from £1,600 for nursing care (respite from £1,600). Funding accepted: Self-Funding (Private), Local Authority with Top-up, Local Authority, NHS Continuing Healthcare (CHC).
What types of Care is Alexandra House registered for?
Older Person Care, Dementia, Physical Disability, Visual / Hearing Impairment are the registered (by the Care Quality Commission) categories of Care.
How many Rooms does Alexandra House have?
There are 106 Single Rooms.
What are the Facilities & Services at Alexandra House?
Own Furniture if required, Pet Friendly (or by arrangement), Close to Local shops, Near Public Transport, Minibus or other transport, Lift, Wheelchair Access, Gardens, Bar/Café, Television point in own room, Residents Internet Access are some of the Facilities & Services.
How far is Alexandra House to the centre of Harlow?
0.6 mile(s) as the crow flies, distance by road may be significantly further.
Information on this page is displayed without responsibility for its accuracy on the part of carehome.co.uk. Please contact Alexandra House to verify any information. View our terms and conditions. Alexandra House has an Enhanced Service -what an Enhanced Service includes.