Benslow Nursing Home

Benslow Rise, Hitchin, Hertfordshire SG4 9QY

It is well-managed and well-run and a shining example of how nursing care should be administered.Paul A(Partner of Resident/Service User)

There is a good and kind culture throughout the homePaul A(Partner of Resident/Service User)

It is well-managed and well-run and a shining example of how nursing care should be administered.Paul A(Partner of Resident/Service User)

There is a good and kind culture throughout the homePaul A(Partner of Resident/Service User)

This Nursing home first opened its doors over 25 years ago and has been offering nursing care to the elderly residents of Hitchin ever since. The staff team are part of a skilled team made up of the Operations Director, two clinical leads, registered nurses and health care assistants, supported by housekeepers, general assistants, cook, administrator and activity coordinator. This home also specialises in dementia care.

Both the CQC inspection (February... Read more

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Care Provided by Benslow Nursing Home

Primary Care Categories

Older Person Care
Dementia
Mental Health Condition
Physical Disability
Visual / Hearing Impairment
Eating Disorders

Length of Stay

Permanent Care
Respite Care

Care Types Provided

Residential Care
Nursing Care
Dementia Residential Care
Dementia Nursing Care
For a maximum of 35 Service Users

Dementia Care Types

Mild Dementia
Moderate Dementia
Advanced/Complex Dementia

Other Care Provided

Parkinson's Disease
Stroke
Palliative / End of Life Care
COPD/Pulmonary Disease
Bariatric Care/Obesity
Convalescent Care
Acquired Brain Injury (ABI)

Facilities

Own Furniture if required
Pet Friendly (or by arrangement)
Smoking not permitted
Close to Local shops
Near Public Transport
Lift
Wheelchair Access
Gardens
Residents Kitchenette
Phone Point in own room
Television point in own room
Residents Internet Access

Funding & Fees

Weekly Charges per Person

Type of care	Permanent	Respite
Residential Care	£1,300 - £1,400	£1,300 - £1,400
Residential Dementia Care	£1,300 - £1,400	£1,200 - £1,300
Nursing Care	£1,595 - £1,895	£1,595 - £1,895
Nursing Dementia Care	£1,595 - £1,895	£1,595 - £1,895

Contact Benslow Nursing Home to confirm what's included and get a personalised quote:

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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

Onsite Tours of Benslow Nursing HomeUsually available on Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri(between 11:00 AM to 4:00 PM)Please call us if you would like to visit for a tour, we will be happy to organise a tour guide for you.

Remote Tours of Benslow Nursing HomeUsually available on Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri(between 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM)We can offer tours via Face time, Whatsapp, zoom and Microsoft teams if prearranged. We also offer on site tours and ask you book these directly with the home.

Good to Know

Group / Owner

Benslow Management Company Ltd
Private Owned

Person in charge

Gladys Quinn (Manager)

Local Authority / Social Services

Admission Information

Ages 45+

Care Home Design/Build

Purpose Built: No
Last Refurbishment: 2025
Number of floors: 3

Room Information

Single Rooms (29)
Couples/Companion Rooms (3)

Visiting

Visitors are encouraged to visit friends and loved ones and join in with the activities and events of the home. Please do discuss with the home if you wish to visit later in the evening and at night. Family lunches are organised, please ask if you would like this.

Parking

A large private car park is available for staff and visitors.

Regulatory Rating

Care Quality Commission (CQC) Rating

Date: 12 June 2026

Overall
Good

CaringGood
EffectiveGood
ResponsiveGood
SafeGood
Well-ledGood

Care Quality Commission is responsible for the registration and inspection of social care services in England.View Latest Report

Bed Vacancies

1 Bed Vacancy

Posted: 21 October 2026

Nursing general and nursing dementia room available

News (0) & Events (0)

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Accreditations

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Meet the Team (1)

Gladys QuinnJob Title Registered Home ManagerJoined 2025

Gladys is highly experienced as a Home Manager, Regional and Quality Manager and brings knowledge and understanding to the role, along with the importance of strong relationships.

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