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River Court Care Home

Explorer Drive, Watford, Hertfordshire WD18 6TQ
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Cannot fault the home, really looked after my dad, and the staff were amazingNigel D(Son of Resident/Service User)
River Court Care Home, Watford
River Court Care Home, Watford
River Court Care Home, Watford

Offering residential, nursing and dementia care in a purpose built setting, River Court is a friendly and welcoming care home conveniently nestled in a residential area in Watford.

Recently refurbished, residents of River Court Care Home benefit from comfortable sitting rooms, well equipped en suite bedrooms and a cosy conservatory. The cinema, hobby room and hair salon also offer different options to keep residents engaged and enjoying life whilst the...  

Care Provided by River Court Care Home

Primary Care Categories

  • Older Person Care
  • Dementia
  • 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 120 Service Users

Dementia Care Types

  • 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
  • Lift
  • Gardens
  • Residents Kitchenette
  • Phone Point in own room
  • Television point in own room
  • Residents Internet Access

Funding & Fees

Weekly Charges per Person

Type of carePermanentRespite
Residential CareFrom £1,633From £1,796
Residential Dementia CareFrom £1,749From £1,924
Nursing CareFrom £1,980From £2,180
Nursing Dementia CareFrom £2,097From £2,308

Contact River Court Care Home 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)

Support you may be entitled to

  • If you chose 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.

Good to Know

Group / Owner

Person in charge

  • Cecilia Kassanga(Care Home Manager)

Local Authority / Social Services

Admission Information

  • Ages 65+

Care Home Design/Build

  • Purpose Built: Yes
  • Last Refurbishment: 2021

Room Information

  • Single Rooms (120)

River Court Care Home Reviews (129)

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9.8

River Court Care Home has a Review Score of 9.8 (9.842) out of 10, based on 25 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time River Court Care Home has 129 reviews.

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Review from Joy P (Daughter of Resident) published on 13 June 2019 Submitted via Postal Card
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The carers are excellent at their job. My mother is so happy indeed.

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Review from Cherylan M (Daughter of Resident) published on 31 May 2019 Submitted via Postal Card
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My father has been in River Court, Hampermill since May 2018. He has progressive Alzheimer's and when he was first admitted he was very aggressive to everyone. Over the last year, I have seen the carers work extremely hard at building a relationship with my father. To the point he is now, content, settled and happy. River Court offers superb emotional and physical care to its residents and I would recommend them.

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Review from Nelly K (Daughter of Resident) published on 1 May 2019 Submitted via Postal Card
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I never envisaged that my mother would spend her final days anywhere other than home but when the unexpected happened and she came to ** ** I could not have imagined anything better.

All of the staff were the most kind, selfless, caring people who cared for mama like she was theirs. I will never be able to thank you enough for the care you surrounded her with and for accompanying her to her final place of peace.

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Review from Mario P (Son of Resident) published on 25 April 2019 Submitted via Postal Card
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I would like to say that myself and my mother are extremely satisfied with the care, compassion and dedication of staff in River Court Care Home. My mother enjoys the activities of the home which make her occupied and looking forward to it on a daily basis.

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Review from Carol B (Great-granddaughter of Resident) published on 4 April 2019 Submitted via Website
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I would like to thank all the staff at the home who cared for my Nan at the end of her life, they made her as comfortable as possible and the staff were very pleasant.

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Review from L S (Daughter of Resident) published on 26 March 2019 Submitted via Postal Card
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My experiences have been very positive. Both of our parents are residents and are very well cared for. Both are also very contented and happy.

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Review from Pauline H (Daughter of Resident) published on 13 March 2019 Submitted via Website
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I have nothing but praise for this home.
My mum is being looked after so well. Even when I phone the home day or night to check on mum, they are so polite and inform me of mums condition.

Well done River Court, you can pat yourself on the back.

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Review from Susanna P (Daughter of Resident) published on 25 February 2019 Submitted via Postal Card
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Fantastic care home, staff are amazing. The Valentines Day party was wonderful.

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Review from Sue R (Daughter of Resident) published on 23 January 2019 Submitted via Postal Card
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Pleasant surroundings, room clean and adequate. Staff very good and friendly. Care also very good considerating my relation's needs. Food varied and appear good with choices at every meal time. Unit manager and care home manager very approachable. Very impressed recently with entertainment regarding local history of the area.

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Review from Karen D (Wife of Resident) published on 17 January 2019 Submitted via Postal Card
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My husband enjoys the activities, especially the bingo and quizzes. The activities gentleman in Chess House is brilliant. He engages the residents, is very caring and always helpful.

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Review from L N (Resident / Service User) published on 1 November 2018 Submitted via Postal Card
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All the staff, without exception, have been warm, respectful, polite and very helpful.

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Review from N G (Daughter of Resident) published on 25 September 2018 Submitted via Postal Card
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My mother has been here for nearly 2 years. She has improved so much. She loves it here. She is always clean and tidy. The home is spotless. Her room is spotless and they look after her so well. She has put on weight and walks well with her new zimmer frame.

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Review from J A (Son of Resident) published on 25 September 2018 Submitted via Postal Card
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Very friendly and helpful staff. Nice clean rooms and facilities. Food is very good.

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Review from Nora G (Sister of Resident) published on 19 September 2018 Submitted via Postal Card
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I find the staff pleasant and caring, always willing to assist. A good place to be looked after.

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Review from Siva N (Son of Resident) published on 14 September 2018 Submitted via Postal Card
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Every single member of staff, from cleaning, catering, care to nursing management have been excellent in taking care of my 95 year old father. They are charming and obliging to requests and are willing to go that extra mile.

A * performance!

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Review from S B (Resident / Service User) published on 5 September 2018 Submitted via Postal Card
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Activities have improved a lot.

Just need more trips out.

Reply from Clare Sheehan, Careline Advisor at River Court Care Home

Thank you for your feedback. We are pleased that you have seen the improvement in activities, which are now provided seven days a week with activity allocation sheets printed and distributed well in advance. Due to the extreme weather conditions, we had to cancel some planned trips, but have...  

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Review from Malcolm S (Husband of Resident) published on 30 August 2018 Submitted via Postal Card
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All staff, nurses, carers etc are all kind, caring and willing to oblige at any time.

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Review from P M (Resident / Service User) published on 29 August 2018 Submitted via Postal Card
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I have been at River Court for over a year now. I am settled into my routine of daily life.

I have had no problems with staff.

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Review from Linda R (Daughter of Resident) published on 24 August 2018 Submitted via Postal Card
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I think my father is being looked after very well. My mother and I are very happy also my cousin who lives in Lincolnshire. We couldn't ask for a better place. We thank the carers a lot.

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Review from L H (Resident / Service User) published on 21 June 2018 Submitted via Postal Card
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River Court Care Home clean and comfortable. Staff are very friendly and appear always with kindness and respect. I am happy with the care I receive.

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Bed Vacancies

8 Bed Vacancies

Posted: 03 July 2026

Please contact us for information regarding our bed availability specifications

News (24) & Events (0)

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  • 25 Mar 2026

    Residents from River Court Care Home in Watford, Hertfordshire recently had the pleasure of visiting Café West, a community café located at West Watford Church on Tolpits Lane, during the...

  • 10 Mar 2026

    River Court Care Home, located in Watford, Hertfordshire, is celebrating the flourishing results of a wonderful gardening project carried out by its residents and Wellbeing Team. Last summer, the team...

  • 26 Feb 2026

    A lifelong Watford F.C. fan from River Court Care Home in Watford, Hertfordshire, celebrated her 76th birthday in unforgettable style on 24 February 2026 after attending the Watford vs Ipswich...

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Awards / Recognitions (7)

  • 30 Jan 2026Recipient: HC-One
  • 28 Feb 2023Recipient: HC-One
  • 28 Feb 2020Recipient: HC-One

Meet the Team (1)

Cecilia Kassanga
Cecilia KassangaJob Title:Home Manager

As Home Manager for River Court Care Home, Cecilia closely shares HC-One’s vision in aiming to provide the kindest care for each and every resident. She extends this caring approach to her colleagues and works closely with them to deliver care and support to residents in a way that they gain the most benefit, in a warm and welcoming home.

Discussing her approach to working in the care sector, Cecilia said:

“It has been my dream to be part of an environment that allows me to help and support those in need or are vulnerable. It is also imperative in the care sector to be patient, caring and a good listener which are all characteristics that I possess, making care work completely natural for me. Over a decade later and I remain truly overjoyed to be part of a rewarding sector!”

“My HC-One name badge says: ‘A good laughter, heals’, which I chose because I believe it’s important to make each other smile and laugh as you never know what someone is dealing with in private.”

When asked what she enjoys most about being a Home Manager, Cecilia remarked:

“Knowing that I am making a positive difference at every opportunity I get is extremely fulfilling.

Cecilia has also achieved much outside of work, with her proudest achievements being supporting less fortunate children with starting and progressing their education in Africa.

Outside of work, Cecilia enjoys spending quality time with her two children, including as she says: “Either travelling across the country, world or simply down the road!”

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