
Kindness is everything and the staff at Albany have this in abundance. Thank youDebbie H(Daughter of Resident/Service User)

This care home is fabulous and offers so much with loads of care, compassion and laughter.Katharine W(Niece of Resident/Service User)


Kindness is everything and the staff at Albany have this in abundance. Thank youDebbie H(Daughter of Resident/Service User)

This care home is fabulous and offers so much with loads of care, compassion and laughter.Katharine W(Niece of Resident/Service User)


Albany Care Home, located in the heart of Headington, Oxford, provides high-quality residential and nursing care for up to 38 residents in a welcoming and supportive environment. The home is surrounded by parks and local amenities, offering convenience for family and friends.
In addition to long-term care, Albany also offers respite care, providing temporary stays for those needing short-term support or recovery after an illness or surgery. This flexible service allows...
Care Provided by Albany Care Home
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 38 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
- Advanced/Complex Dementia
Other Care Provided
- Palliative / End of Life Care
- Convalescent Care
Facilities
- Own Furniture if required
- Close to Local shops
- Near Public Transport
- Minibus or other 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
The price(s) shown are provided by the care home. Contact Albany Care Home for full pricing details and T&Cs.
Contact Albany 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
- Healthcare Homes Group Ltd
- Private Owned
Person in charge
- Nisha Shaji(Home Manager)
Local Authority / Social Services
Admission Information
- Ages 65+
Care Home Design/Build
- Purpose Built: Yes
- Last Refurbishment: 2002
- Number of floors: 2
Room Information
- Single Rooms (38)
- Single Rooms with ensuite Wet Room (38)
Albany Care Home Reviews (91)
Albany Care Home has a Review Score of 9.8 (9.811) out of 10, based on 26 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Albany Care Home has 91 reviews.
My late father was content during his stay and, although he was very confused at the time, the staff did all they could to make his time comfortable. Overall, I cannot fault Albany Care Home, Oxford, in what was a most difficult time for the family.
My overall experience was satisfactory. The lady who organised activities was excellent in looking after residents' wellbeing.
My sister and myself can't fault the care and attention that our mother received in the last few weeks of her life. All the staff at Albany Care Home including the admin staff were so supportive and caring. Our mother was happy there and we were visiting every day for at least 2 1/2 hours when she was receiving end-of-life care. At times it was distressing to see our mother but there was never a time when we were made to feel unwelcome. We would highly recommend Albany Care Home to anyone. We were so happy that our mother was there.
Albany Care Home was my mother's home for the final 2 years of her life. She was happy and well-looked after in a loving and caring environment. She spoke of staff kindnesses, lovely food, and pleasurable entertainment. The activities organiser working tirelessly to maintain an enjoyable and stimulating programme for all. Covid restrictions have been in place for most of this time but the staff have all worked hard during this difficult period.
My relative was a resident for five months until his death in January. He was treated with great compassion, excellent physical care, and friendliness. He was happy and relaxed during his time there. Under difficult circumstances due to the pandemic, I found the staff to be professional, considerate, and friendly while following restrictions.
I am very pleased with the care and assistance at Albany Care Home. The staff have been very good to help me get back to my only way of life. Thank you Team Albany.
(I was only here for 6 days for rehab.)
I live in San Francisco, so I must be comfortable with, and able to trust my mother's caregivers. I visited in October 2021 and found the staff to be extremely helpful, accommodating to my schedule and the room my mother is in was very spacious, comfortable, and light-filled. The staff made sure I went through correct Covid protocols and I ended my visit knowing my mother was and is in good hands.
My mother was a resident here for 18 months until her death in July 2021. We chose Albany Care Home because of its location and because the atmosphere and culture seemed the best fit for my mother. She was very social so the excellent activity programme was a big plus for us. Her time there was challenging because of covid so I'm not sure we were able to experience Albany Care Home at its best. Despite that, the care was excellent and she was happy. Because of that, so were we!
After having a bad break and bad blood levels I was put on a monitor for my heart. The experience of staff - all carers and all ages nursed me back.
We, as a family, feel very happy with the care our father had; he was very frail and was cared for extremely well. The staff did their best and informed me of all changes in his deteriorating health. Many, many thanks.
Thank you so much for your wonderful feedback. I will share this with the team. It was a pleasure and a privilege to care for your father a real gentleman.
My father was always complimentary about the care he received. He was especially grateful for the activities when he first arrived. Latterly, when he was poorly, we found the nursing care very good and thoughtful.
Thank you for taking the time to write such positive feedback. I will share with my fantastic team.
Thank you for looking after Mum so well. We really appreciate how kind you are to her.
So thank you to all of the wonderful staff at the Albany.
My mother was a temporary resident at the Albany. She received excellent care from a dedicated staff and able activities coordinator, who made her feel very well loved. It was so good and reassuring to know she was in such good hands. She particularly enjoyed the excellent food! Thank you.
The food was exceptional.
The entertainment, when it took place, was excellent and well thought out.
I consider myself very fortunate to have been in the Albany and am most grateful.
Many, many thanks.
'Home from Home' there are not enough words to say what excellent, loving care that was given to my dad. From the ladies that did dads washing, to senior management, nothing was too much trouble and every day a loving smile and words of compassion. I feel blessed that my dads last days of his long life were spent with such wonderful people. Thank you, thank you, thank you.
My father-in-law was resident at Albany Care Home from September 2019 until his passing on 1st February 2020. During this period all aspects of his care was given with love, empathy, compassion and laughter. He was happy and very settled throughout due to the incredible staff. No amount of words can describe the feeling of contentment this gave us as a family. We visited daily and this never changed. Thank you to all staff.
It was a very sad time when the decision was made for my Grampy to go into a care home. All staff made me, my family and most importantly my Grampy feel a part of the family. He was looked after, loved and cared for, just as we would do. Thank you to ALL staff at the Albany for looking after him.
My mother was placed in an NHS bed. She seemed content and appeared to enjoy being in the lounge with the other residents. The activities coordinator is lovely and tried to involve all residents. The other carers were friendly and kind, although some were reserved and weren't as chatty. Activities and entertainment over the Christmas period were excellent.
Regulatory Rating
Care Quality Commission (CQC) Rating
Date: 25 August 2023Requires improvement
- CaringGood
- EffectiveGood
- ResponsiveGood
- SafeGood
- Well-ledRequires improvement
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 (9) & Events (0)
- 13 Nov 2024
Residents of Albany Care Home recently enjoyed a special visit from local football legend and former Oxford United player Peter Rhoades-Brown. Peter’s arrival brought an atmosphere of joy and nostalgia...
- 13 Nov 2024
At Healthcare Homes, we believe in the power of nature and community to uplift and enhance the lives of our residents and service users. This year’s InBloom 2024 competition brought...
- 13 Nov 2024
Albany Nursing Home, located in Headington and part of the Healthcare Homes Group, has announced the successful installation of solar panels and the adoption of digital care plans as part...
There are no upcoming events for Albany Care Home.
Awards / Recognitions (11)
- 03 Mar 2026Recipient: Albany Care Home
- 30 Jan 2026Recipient: Healthcare Homes Group Ltd
- 31 Jan 2025Recipient: Healthcare Homes Group Ltd
Meet the Team (7)

"I’m passionate about working with older people, helping them live with dignity, respect, and a sense of connection. I hold a Bachelor’s in Nursing from India and a Master’s from Liverpool John Moores University. I began my career in intensive care and have been working in elderly care since 2012. I became a CQC-registered nursing home manager in 2020. I love supporting my team to grow and thrive while delivering holistic, person-centred care to our residents."

I enjoy making a difference in residents' daily lives and maintaining high standards of care. I work closely with the residents and team to meet everyone's needs. I am a qualified RGN nurse.

I enjoy meeting the residents and their families, and hearing about their lives before coming to Albany. Through managing my Personal Allowance, I build strong connections by assisting with finances, writing letters, or even shopping for residents' needs. I hold qualifications in Business Studies, a Secretarial Diploma, Psychology, Accounts, and languages, including Portuguese and German.

I love working alongside the rest of the team at Albany, they are a great group of people, and we are happy to do anything and everything that we can to ensure they are comfortable and happy.

I most enjoy having the ability to create great food for the residents. Food makes people happy, and I love seeing people happy. Having nutritious and well-balanced food is an important part of every day. I take pride in providing this to our residents on a daily basis.

I enjoy helping the residents to feel valued and putting a smile on their faces. I enjoy arranging activities and events for the residents: I source interested groups to entertain the residents and their families.

I enjoy spending time with the residents and working with a great team. I enrich their lives by chatting with them and helping whenever I can. I've completed all online Medex and in-house training.
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