Montrose Care Home

95 Langley Road, Watford WD17 4PE
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  • Montrose Care Home, Watford
Montrose is situated in a quiet residential road, a short distance from Watford town centre. The beautiful Cassiobury parklands and Whippendale woods are also close by.

Montrose is a newly-built 50-bedded home, which has been tastefully furnished and equipped to a very high standard.

Residents have a choice of single or single en-suite bedrooms, all of which may be personalised.

Montrose offers a choice of lounges, a splendid dining room and fully equipped activities room. The well organised patio areas and beautifully kept gardens at Montrose offer a safe environment, with easy access pathways for outdoor activities.

Montrose offers long term residential care and short stay respite breaks for older people. The home specialises in the care of older people with dementia related needs and is a safe and secure environment.
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Care Provided

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 50 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
  • Convalescent Care

Facilities

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

Funding & Fees

Weekly Charges per Person

  • Self-Funded Residential Care: £1300 – £1300
  • Self-Funded Residential Dementia Care: £1350 – £1350
  • RESPITE Self-Funded Residential Care: £1350 – £1350
  • RESPITE Self-Funded Residential Dementia Care: £1400 – £1400

These prices are only a guideline, please contact Montrose Care Home to find out the exact price for your requirements.

Funding Types Accepted

  • Self Funding (Private)
  • Local Authority with Top Up
  • Local Authority
  • NHS Continuing Healthcare (CHC)

Good to Know

Group/Owner

Person in charge

  • Russell Sharp (Home Manager)

Local Authority / Social Services

Admission Criteria

  • Ages 65+

Care Home Design/Build

  • Purpose Built: Yes
  • Last Refurbishment: 2020

Room Information

  • Single Rooms (50)
  • Single Rooms with Ensuite Wet Room (50)

Montrose Care Home Reviews (73)

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Montrose Care Home has a Review Score of 9.8 (9.794) out of 10, based on 17 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Montrose Care Home has 73 reviews.

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Review from Dave H (Son-in-law of Resident) published on 12 June 2018 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My mother-in-law is a resident and is looked after in a pleasant and caring environment. The staff are really nice and attentive, the food is very good and during the summer there is a lovely garden for the residents to sit in.
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Review from Pat A (Daughter of Resident) published on 12 June 2018 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My Mum has been in Montrose since August 2014. All the staff, carers and management are so kind to Mum. She was so ill a couple of years ago and they couldn't do enough for her. We went round several care homes and have never regretted choosing Montrose. Mum is always treated with respect and she always
looks clean and well cared for.
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Review from V B (Granddaughter of Resident) published on 29 May 2018 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 3.0 out of 5
The home is extremely hot. Residents are taken to the basement for mealtime. The home is very noisy which is not good for someone living with dementia.
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Review from Alexa C (Granddaughter of Resident) published on 20 March 2018 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My Nan stayed at Montrose for a couple of years before unfortunately passing away on 29th December. Even with my Nan's rapid deterioration towards the end the carers always made sure to keep my Nan smiling and offered great support to me during her stay.
The effort they put into activity days such
as their Summer Fair is incredible and it was lovely to see all the residents, carers and family members enjoying time together.


I would highly recommend Montrose to anyone!

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Review from Ann B (Friend of Resident) published on 26 January 2018 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I have visited this care home on a number of occasions and I'm very impressed. The staff are always on hand and are so very helpful. The home seems so inviting and welcoming. The décor is extremely tasteful and easy. Since my friend and colleague has been at this home, she has improved noticeably. If
I had to choose a home - this would be the one.
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Review from Masie J (Resident) published on 24 January 2018 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
Staff very caring plus management.
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Review from E D (Daughter of Resident) published on 24 January 2018 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Mother has been in Montrose for just over one year. At 95 and with early-stage Alzheimer's she was unable to continue on her own. Over the year she has gained confidence and is less shakey.
She loves being at Montrose with all her companions and wonderful carers.
The staff and excellent management
treat all residents with respect, professionalism and loving care.
Mother is an independent lady and her wishes are always listened to.
Her room is always well presented, her laundry well maintained and her personal care excellent.
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Review from J K (Daughter of Resident) published on 24 January 2018 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
When my mother reached a stage in her life where she needed residential care, my first thought was Montrose. My fingers and toes were crossed that they would have a free room. Fortunately by the time my mother was ready to leave hospital in East Sussex a room that we thought perfect for her became available.
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93, with several problems health-wise, in the three or so months since she has been there she has certainly improved and is also a lot happier than she was.
I can't praise all the staff enough, everyone we have met is happy, kind caring and efficient, whatever their role and though maybe seen as a small point, all have a good command of English which is very important for the residents who have hearing problems.
Some also speak other languages which is a bonus.
Well done to all, especially the manager and her senior team.
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Review from Robert K (Son-in-law of Resident) published on 24 January 2018 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My own Mother was a resident at Montrose a few years ago. Me and my brothers and sister were extremely pleased with the care she received and the facilities. At that stage, Montrose was a new build and still looks new to this day.
We had no hesitation re-locating my mother-in-law there recently as
we were confident she would receive excellent care. Nearly all the staff are still there which underlines how well the care home is managed by the Manager and her senior staff.
All the staff are excellent and nothing is too much trouble.
Requests and medical attention is dealt with promptly. The cook does a great job too.
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Review from Caroline H (Daughter of Resident) published on 18 January 2018 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
On the whole, very pleased with the home and the staff. Always kept clean, staff are attentive and welcoming. Mum has vascular dementia so I am unable to gauge any feedback from her. The only concern I have had in the last year both happened on Friday night, perhaps when there were less staff or none
of the usual staff. It is by far the best home I have ever encountered.
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Review from Cindy H (Daughter of Resident) published on 12 January 2018 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Our experience of Montrose Care Home; its staff, management and facilities have been one of excellence. The attitude of those working there is to provide the best care possible to all residents, regardless of each individual's circumstances.


Whenever we have visited, whatever the time of day, the

support for all the residents is visible and consistent. It can be seen that the members of staff have been carefully chosen and our understanding is that some of the staff have been there a long time.


In particular, it is pleasing to see so much effort being made to stimulate and entertain the residents who are encouraged to participate where possible.


We would not hesitate to recommend Montrose Care Home to any individual or family seeking a provider. It has an ethos to provide care at the highest of standards and is continually seeking to improve and update its systems to ensure that it can do so.

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Review from Roy D (Relative of Resident) published on 11 January 2018 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Excellent caring service by the staff. Mother is well settled in her room with photos on the walls and some treasured possessions around her. She is more confident than when living on her own and now has a cadre of friends to pass the time with. She is now in a happy place despite the onset of dementia.
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Review from I H (Friend of Resident) published on 11 January 2018 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Good friends have been residents for some time.
The staff are amazing and give so much of themselves to make a home for residents. A warm welcome each time I visit and refreshments are always offered.
A great Christmas warmth with music and staff interacting with residents to dance.
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Review from Colin R (Friend of Resident) published on 13 December 2017 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My friend died at Montrose in October after living there for five and a half years. During his time there the management and staff were consistently excellent in their care, ensuring he was safe and without worries.
Some staff became like a new family to him. In the last days, the attention and indeed
affection displayed was truly commendable. One member of staff (on a day off) sat with me at the bedside until he passed away late at night.
Exceptional.
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Review from D S (Daughter of Resident) published on 27 October 2017 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My mother was in this care home for almost two years. The staff went out of their way to make sure she always had whatever she needed. The managers made an effort to have personal connections with us as a family and also my mum.
They even went out of their way to address her specific likes and dislikes
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An excellent staffed facility, especially with people that actually enjoy what they do. Nothing was too much trouble!
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Review from Jacky B (Daughter-in-law of Resident) published on 18 October 2017 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
From the onset of walking into the home, it felt comfortable. My father in law was relaxed and felt the same as we did. The management was welcoming, everyone we have met has been so nice and helpful. There is a real family feel to the place. The home is clean and inviting. All staff are understanding.
Residents we met on our visits looked very content. Layout and security is good, comfortable rooms. Thank you.
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Review from S G (Son of Resident) published on 30 May 2017 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Montrose is indeed caring. The staff across the board are essential to this environment and at Montrose, they are all excellent. There is a lovely mix of professionalism and friendliness. Nothing seems to be too much trouble. Keep it up!
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Review from Yvonne H (Niece of Resident) published on 31 March 2017 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
When auntie arrived at Montrose she was very poorly but adamant that she wanted to go back to her home, Since then she has come on in leaps and bounds and has decided to stay, I think that has says it all.
She is very happy at Montrose and we as a family are very happy that she is a resident there.
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Review from Maureen C (Friend of Resident) published on 29 March 2017 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I visit my friend of many years. I am always made welcome by all the caring staff. While I wait for my son to pick me up I always have a nice cup of tea.
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Review from Jane S (Daughter of Resident) published on 13 March 2017 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My father has resided at the Montrose for over two years now nad I would like to say me and my family are so happy with his care. The staff are so professional, kind, patient and dedicated. All my father's needs are seen to. We have visited many times and the standards have always been high. Had a wonderful
afternoon of entertainment recently with the singer and her pianist. My husband and I ended up 'doing the Lambeth walk!'
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Current Review Score: 9.8 (9.794)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.8 (9.794) out of 10 for Montrose Care Home is based on a) the Average Rating and b) the number of positive Reviews.

  1. The Average Rating is 4.8 out of 5 from 17 Reviews in the last 24 months.
  2. The score for the number of positive Reviews is 5.0 out of 5 from 17 positive Reviews in the last 24 months.

Detailed Breakdown of Review Score

The maximum Review Score for a Care Home is 10, which is made up from the Average Rating of Reviews (maximum of 5 points) and the Number of Reviews (maximum of 5 points) in the last 24 months:

  1. 5 Points are available for the Average Rating from all Reviews in the last 24 months. The Average Rating of 4.794 for Montrose Care Home is calculated as follows: ( (160 Excellents x 5) + (37 Goods x 4) + (2 Satisfactorys x 3) ) ÷ 199 Ratings = 4.794
  2. 5 Points are available for the number of Positive Reviews in the last 24 months. A Positive Review is defined as any Review with an 'Overall Experience' of '4' or '5' (out of a max rating '5'). The 5 Points relating to the number of positive Reviews for Montrose Care Home is based on 17 positive Reviews in the last 24 months and is calculated as per below:

    The 5 points available are broken down as follows:

    1. 4 points are available for the first 10 Positive Reviews in the last 24 months; 3 points for the first Positive Review, and then 0.125 Points for each of the next four Positive Reviews and then 0.1 Points for the next five Positive Reviews. (1st = 3.000, 2nd = 0.125, 3rd = 0.125, 4th = 0.125, 5th = 0.125, 6th = 0.100, 7th = 0.100, 8th = 0.100, 9th = 0.100, 10th = 0.100) 3 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.1 + 0.1 + 0.1 + 0.1 + 0.1 = 4
    2. 1 point is available for the number of Positive Reviews reaching 20% of the registered maximum number of service users in the last 24 months. If this number is partially reached, then that proportion of 1 point is given. eg a Care Home registered for a maximum of 50 service users has to reach 10 Positive Reviews to receive 1 point, if it has 7 reviews it will receive 0.7 points. 20% of the 50 registered maximum number of service users is 10, which has been reached with 17 Positive reviews. Points = 1
  3. When a Review is submitted by someone who has previously submitted a Review, only the latest Review will count towards the Review Score.
  4. If a Care Home does not have a review in the last 24 months, then it will not have a Review Score.

Regulatory Rating

Care Quality Commission (CQC) Rating

Date: 1 Dec 2018

Overall Good

  • Caring Good
  • Effective Good
  • Responsive Good
  • Safe Good
  • Well-led Good
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Bed Vacancies

2 Bed Vacancies

Posted: 15 Sep 2025

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Russell

Russell Sharp

Job Title: Home Manager Joined: 2024

Since joining B&M Care in April 2024 as Home Manager at Montrose Care Home, I have been committed to delivering excellent person-centred care and fostering a positive culture where both residents and employees can thrive. Having worked for my previous health and social care provider for 25 years in various roles, B&M Care caught my attention with its values and ethos, aligning perfectly with my passion for continuous learning and development.


As a Registered Mental Health Nurse, I continue my own personal and professional growth while holding a Level 5 Leadership and Management in Health and Social Care qualification. This allows me to share my knowledge and experience with others, empowering them to make informed decisions.

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