
The team were incredible and the care they gave my father was second to none.Kendall T(Daughter of Resident/Service User)

They regularly go above and beyond to help, even late into the evening.Jim H(Son of Resident/Service User)

I would without hesitation recommend Alban Manor you will not be disappointed.Philip A(Husband of Resident/Service User)

The team were incredible and the care they gave my father was second to none.Kendall T(Daughter of Resident/Service User)

They regularly go above and beyond to help, even late into the evening.Jim H(Son of Resident/Service User)

I would without hesitation recommend Alban Manor you will not be disappointed.Philip A(Husband of Resident/Service User)

Alban Manor is a family-owned nursing home, close to St. Albans town centre. Nursing staff are on site 24/7 and are supported by a team of skilled carers. The Windsor Suite, located on the ground floor, provides support for 37 people who need more help with everyday life, including help with physical care needs. The Balmoral Suite, on the first floor, provides support for 43 residents who may have a...
Care Provided by Alban Manor Nursing 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 80 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
- Parkinson's Disease
- Stroke
- Palliative / End of Life Care
- COPD/Pulmonary Disease
- 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
- Minibus or other transport
- Lift
- Wheelchair Access
- Gardens
- Bar/Café
- Residents Kitchenette
- Phone Point in own room
- Television point in own room
- Residents Internet Access
Funding & Fees
Weekly Charges per Person
All our fees are subject to an assessment. Please enquire directly with us.
The price(s) shown are provided by the care home. Contact Alban Manor Nursing Home for full pricing details and T&Cs.
Contact Alban Manor Nursing 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
Owner
- St Albans Care Ltd
- Private Owned
Person in charge
- Delia Abaza(Matron)
Local Authority / Social Services
Admission Information
- Ages 65+
Care Home Design/Build
- Purpose Built: Yes
- Last Refurbishment: 2019
- Number of floors: 2
Room Information
- Single Rooms (80)
- Single Rooms with ensuite Wet Room (78)
Visiting
- Open visiting hours
Parking
- Parking available on site
Alban Manor Nursing Home Reviews (141)
Alban Manor Nursing Home has a Review Score of 9.9 (9.866) out of 10, based on 28 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Alban Manor Nursing Home has 141 reviews.
The home and staff were always warm, considerate and accommodating.
She had medical needs and the nursing staff were always there and proactively managing her progressing ill health. When she was deemed as end of life, the situation was handled delicately, with respect and I was kept informed of the situation at all times.
This home is unique and a true family.
Your kind words are really appreciated by the team at Alban Manor.
Best wishes.
Mum was with Alban Manor for two and a half years. Their care was faultless and the whole team worked to ensure everyone was comfortable, happy and making the most of life. The facilities are good and I would not hesitate to recommend them. They kept the family informed of all important events and when the end of life was near offered support and comfort.
Your feedback is highly appreciated.
Best wishes from the team at Alban Manor.
My sister stayed at Alban Manor Nursing Home for almost three months. She had complex care needs and became very severely ill during that time. The staff, from receptionist to matron, were unfailingly friendly, helpful, conscientious and professional, and the nurses in charge of the floor were highly experienced. I was very pleasantly surprised by the quality of care, clinical supervision and regular communication with me. Support from the nearby NHS general practice was also good. The food was well prepared and presented, and the staff tried hard to ensure a good intake of food and fluids. Skin care and hygiene were also very good. The nursing home is purpose-built with attractive decor and grounds, the facilities are excellent, the room was bright, clean and comfortable, and our decorations were welcomed, enhancing an already very homely living space. The consideration shown to my sister and us when she died was outstanding. We are very grateful for the care she received.
We remain a passionate and caring team, trying to make a difference for our residents and their families and friends.
Best wishes.
It is a great place to live. The staff are fantastic.
We are so happy to help you.
Kind regards.
Everyone was friendly when I arrived. The staff are very good. Food has a good variety. Made quite a few friends. Overall, it was a very pleasant stay and hope to return in the future.
We are here if you need us. We would love to help anytime.
Best wishes.
He joins in most events and is easier on himself and his friends. The staff are all very helpful and pleasant.
Thank you for your care and interest.
Your feedback is really appreciated by the team.
Kind regards.
From the very first time I made contact with Alban Manor Nursing Home, I was impressed with the level of both care and professionalism. They were very patient throughout the entire process of my uncle being admitted. The staff are excellent at updating us with any physical and mental health changes that may arise. There is always a lovely smile and a feeling of warmth and compassion whenever we visit.
Thank you for your lovely feedback.
We are happy that he settled in so well.
Here to help.
Best wishes.
My dad is absolutely in the kindest, caring place you could wish for. All the staff are attentive to all my dad's needs. They take a lot of time to feed him all his meals. The liaison between the matron and nurses with NHS doctors and specialist care is very good. The home is always very clean and the food is of superb quality with elevens and afternoon tea between meals. Activities are provided to entertain my dad. Absolutely no reason to not recommend this home.
This is a great feedback.
We will continue the excellent work.
Thank you.
My mother was in this nursing home for five days from discharge from hospital until her death. She received excellent care. She was unwilling to eat but the staff tried hard to find something that she would eat. On her birthday they decorated her room with balloons, made her a special cake with candles and sang Happy Birthday. I am sure this gave her pleasure although she did not have much understanding of what was happening. I was welcome to visit at any time. The ambience is bright and cheerful and the staff are friendly.
We are just happy that we helped her celebrate her birthday in style.
Best wishes from the team at Alban Manor.
The nursing staff are also very caring, friendly and patient with all residents, and also do their very best to treat everyone with the utmost dignity. I would have no hesitation in recommending Alban Manor to prospective families.
Thank you so much. Your feedback is really appreciated.
The newer unit manager inspires confidence that any needs will be taken seriously and that something appropriate will be done.
We really appreciate your feedback. Yes, you are right in saying we take all matters very seriously, making sure we deal with any problems in a professional and efficient way.
The reception staff are friendly and efficient and create a helpful and pleasant atmosphere for visitors and residents alike. Medical and care staff deal confidently with routine and less familiar situations with sympathy and skill.
This is a lovely feedback. We know how much you appreciate our work.
We built a great relationship over the last year.
Thank you.
Kind regards.
The overall care provided is generally very good and recent changes have been introduced which improved levels of personnel.
Thank you Ron. We are so happy you are part of the Alban Manor family. Matron
This is a place where dignity exudes from the moment you enter to the day your loved one leaves. My mum had the best care we could have hoped for and the way all of the family and friends were welcomed was so warm. Exceptional people in every department, from reception, nursing, personal care, to the kitchen staff - this is not a job but a labour of love. They genuinely care. For our family, it was an excellent experience, in a difficult time.
We are so happy you recognise the love, care and commitment we put into what we do at Alban Manor.
Best wishes
Thank you
Matron
Before choosing a Care Home for my sister-in-law, I looked around several in the area, and none of them seemed right. As soon as I walked into Alban Manor, I knew this was the one. She has now been at Alban Manor for three months and after the first few weeks, has settled in very well. She is much more mobile than she was at home and is eating and sleeping better. The care she is receiving is excellent. I have found all the staff very friendly and helpful, and any concerns are dealt with quickly and efficiently. She has recently been moved into the Dementia Unit, and I worried she would find it unsettling to have to move to a different room, but she is fine. I have asked her if she is happy with her care and the Home and she says she is. I would be happy to recommend Alban Manor to anyone.
Best wishes.
Very pleased with the care and support. Staff are always very obliging and caring and will assist at any time, making him very comfortable. Personal care is good, and always give a good shave etc.
Kind Regards.
Very impressed with how welcoming and responsive the receptionist, carers and nurses are at Alban Manor Nursing Home. They informed us recently that our relative hasn’t been able to sit in an upright chair and is mostly confined to bed but when we visited this morning they brought her a portable reclining armchair so we could wheel her into the courtyard garden and enjoy a complimentary cup of freshly ground coffee together. Great to see the herbs and vegetables growing in the wooden planters. Beautifully maintained home and wonderful staff!
Kind Regards.
My partner has been at Alban Manor for about six months since having a stroke and now being severely disabled and having little speech. The facilities are very good and meet his needs and all the staff are extremely caring both to him and me. There is a lovely atmosphere and all the residents seem very happy. There is a wide range of activities and my partner benefits from the stimulation of being with other people even though he can’t join in their conversations. He has a pleasant sunny room overlooking the garden and he enjoys being outside when possible. The garden is well laid out and equipped with benches and shady areas. I have noticed that the residents are very caring towards each other. As a lot of them are local they often have visitors known to other residents who will then call and say hello so that it feels like a real community resource. There is a monthly church service which residents can attend. I am often there at mealtimes and the quality of the food is very good.
We are here for you all and we do listen and act on any suggestions/feedback.
Decided to book for three weeks at Alban Manor Nursing Home following a knee replacement surgery, I would not have been able to fend for myself at home on my own. I have been very impressed with all the staff, they are very caring and very supportive of all the patients. I would not hesitate to recommend Alban Manor to anyone seeking assistance and care in a very friendly setting.
Thank you. It was a real pleasure helping you recover from the surgery. Best wishes. Delia Abaza.
My husband has been in Alban Manor since last June. I could not have wished for him to be in a better place. He's in a lovely room overlooking the garden and when the sun's shining he gets full sun, this is something he has always loved. He is very happy there and it's truly home to him. The food is good varied and plentiful. The staff are absolutely lovely, they are caring, kind and attentive to his every need. Even though he can't communicate with them verbally he knows the different staff members and responds well to them with smiles and gestures. They do an amazing job and show huge compassion for those they care for. I have been so impressed at how friendly they are to me too, regardless of what time I visit. Everyone is so welcoming, whether they are office staff, front desk staff or carers, they always smile and take time to chat with me. I've got to know some of them really quite well over the past 9 months. I think the place is very well managed, it runs like clockwork.
Dear Trish the team would like to thank you for this lovely feedback. Best wishes. Delia Abaza, Matron.
Regulatory Rating
Care Quality Commission (CQC) Rating
Date: 10 May 2024Good
- CaringGood
- EffectiveGood
- ResponsiveGood
- SafeGood
- Well-ledGood
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- 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.
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Awards / Recognitions (3)
- 28 Nov 2024Recipient: Alban Manor Nursing Home
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Meet the Team (4)

I am delighted to introduce myself as Matron of Alban Manor Nursing Home. I am a qualified nurse with over 25 years of experience. I live locally and love walking to work each day. I am so proud of the team that we have at Alban Manor. I hope you will come to visit to see what makes it such a lovely place to live and work.

Ionela joined us in 2019 as a Carer and for the last six years has developed her skills, always listening to residents, their families and colleagues to address their concerns and needs. In her spare time, she likes to cook and bring sweet treats for colleagues to enjoy. Ionela is a happy person and loves to make everyone smile.

"My passion is ensuring that residents receive the whole holistic experience whilst living at Alban Manor. I am a bit of a joker and love having a laugh with residents and staff.
I have a few hobbies, including attending soul festivals, my cats and being patron to a charity for my local community."

Nicola loves helping others, whether it be residents, staff or children. She worked as a primary school teaching assistant, a driving instructor and owned her own bridesmaids shop. In her spare time, she loves watching football and spending time with her two little girls.
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