
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)


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)


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 (142)
Alban Manor Nursing Home has a Review Score of 9.9 (9.862) out of 10, based on 29 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Alban Manor Nursing Home has 142 reviews.
You get a clear idea of the efficiency of management at the family owned and run Alban Manor nursing home in St Albans from its reaction to the COVID-19 crisis. A full week before the government implemented its lockdown measures in March, management saw how much trouble was looming and put its own lockdown measures in place. This, among other things, involved banning all visitors and other non-essential people. At the same time, knowing how much this might distress some residents, management bought a number of tablet computers so that relatives and friends could at least see and talk to residents via Facetime. When the government eased some of the lockdown restrictions early in June, relatives were told this was not in line with scientific advice and the ban of visits was maintained. Consequently, at the time of writing there has been no case of COVID-19 in Alban Manor, where carers are encouraged to treat residents as if they are close and dear relatives.
This has been a challenging time for us all, but the support and trust we have had from you and all our families have really enabled us to take the early decisive action to keep everyone at Alban Manor safe. It has also enabled us all to become a bit more technologically savvy! I will be writing to all again this week with an update.
In these difficult times, it is wonderful to sincerely believe and know that my wife is being looked after so well as are all others in their care.
I am updated regularly of any developments in relation to my wife's welfare and the weekly newsletter is circulated to my three children who reside around the world and who share my thanks and praise for their mother's care and well-being.
I thank all the staff and management team for their devotion and sacrifices and pray that their present Coronavirus free status remains.
I look forward to a time when daily personal visits will be allowed by the family to their loved ones.
Until that happens, thank you all at Alban Manor for a years devotion and care. It is much appreciated.
Thank you for your heartfelt feedback Graham. We do all miss seeing you at Alban Manor but are keeping spirits up in the meantime. We will continue to communicate regularly, and I will pass this feedback onto the staff who will be touched to know they are in your thoughts.
We cannot find fault.
The care is not only of a very high standard but also carried out with good humour and genuine affection for the residents, creating a warm family atmosphere.
The activities are greatly enjoyed along with superb food and beautifully clean surroundings and a lovely garden.
Me mother enjoys a cuddle with Roxy the dog
He is very settled and enjoying it especially, the food and the activities. It's good to know for me that the care he receives is second to none. It's sad that we can't visit but with Facebook I can see him and he seems very happy. Thank you for caring for him.
My mother moved into Alban Manor in June 2019, she has advanced dementia and has received the most wonderful care. Their professional and caring attitude meant the staff quickly identified her needs, likes, dislikes and her personality, so they are able to deliver a very tailored level of care which meant Mum settled in very quickly. As her needs have changed over the last year, the staff have always immediately adapted and keep you informed at all times. Mum is always relaxed and content when I visit, nothing is too much trouble and my father, who is not a resident, has very much been made to feel part of the Alban Manor family. At this time, when we are not able to visit Mum, I am so very grateful for the peace of mind that she is in the best possible hands. To me that is priceless.
My Mother spent 6 months at Alban Manor and from the time we viewed the Nursing Home, which had recently been completely refurbished to a very high standard, we found all the staff very friendly, compassionate and attentive. My mother's last 6 months were spent in an environment that was very comfortable, nothing was ever a problem and the facilities brilliant. She was always a fan of good food and had excellent culinary skills and apart from wanting cheese on toast, which I am sure could have been provided, she was never heard to make the slightest comment about the food other than it was great. Fabulous little garden too for residents and guests to sit in weather permitting. I can say when my time comes I would be chuffed to be a resident at Alban Manor.
Utmost gratitude and respect to you all.
My Mother has been a resident of the nursing home for a number of months and I have been very impressed. The care my Mother has received is of the highest standard with an amazing group of staff who all go out of their way to help and care for the residents. The home is bright and airy and very well maintained. The home is located in a quiet area of St Albans with a lovely well-maintained garden for residents to use. The rooms are of a good size and well decorated with airy lounges and dining areas. I am so thankful that we found Alban Manor where my Mother is well cared for in safe, comfortable surroundings with an exceptional team of people looking after her.
We looked at 2 other homes in St Albans and Alban Manor was by far the best. I would highly recommend it.
Thank you for your feedback Eileen. We have been so pleased to see how well your Mum has recuperated at Alban Manor during her stay. She is now a very active participant in our social activities too.
Mum moved into the home last Autumn. Throughout her stay, the care has been excellent and Mum has been very well looked after. The staff are very welcoming to visitors and nothing is a problem. All questions are answered and I feel confident that she is in a safe and caring environment. If there are any changes to her condition, we are notified immediately. During the COVID-19 crises we have been unable to visit, but get regular updates on Mum and regular newsletters. Receiving photos is a delight. A huge thanks to all the staff for their care of my Mum.
We are extremely happy with the high standard of care given to our mum. As well as being very caring, kind and professional, the staff always go the extra mile in understanding and accommodating the needs and wishes of their residents. Alban Manor is a happy and delightful home for our mum. Thank you to all the team.
Our relative is receiving end of life care during Covid 19 lockdown which obviously makes the interaction between staff and resident all the more important. We are all devastated that we cannot visit, but the care, and I would go so far as to say, the love that has been shown to our relative have gone a long way to compensate for that.
Other more practical matters such as the quality of the food, assistance with phone calls, communication and updates, also fall into the exemplary box.
These are very difficult times, but we are relieved and grateful that our relative is in such good hands.
To Nurses;
You didn’t just nurse mum and give her medication
You cared for her with love, dignity and respect
You watched for the little things, making sure she was comfortable
Checking on her sometimes many times in an hour, 24 hours a day
You are my heroes
You were there when I couldn’t be
And you held me too, supported me and cared for me.
To care team;
You were Mums friends when she couldn’t leave her room
You chatted to her
Made her laugh and feel special
You showed her pictures of your lives
You washed her, dressed her, positioned her
Maintained her dignity as a lady throughout
You were there for me too, you chatted to me and were so kind to me every day.
After a stay in hospital, we booked my dad into Alban Manor for a few weeks respite and convalescing. From the initial contact through to his admission and ongoing support we have all been truly delighted with the care, kindness, and level of service/support shown by every single member of staff. We extended his stay due to the Covid-19 outbreak and more recently my mother also moved into Alban Manor. She has also received a first-rate service and support from all the amazing team at Alban Manor. Thank You all.
Thank you, David. I am glad to hear your parents are both enjoying their 'holiday' at Alban Manor. It is so lovely to see them spending time together and also socialising and making new friends.
Thanks to absolutely everyone concerned for the kind welcome and constant friendliness that we find every time we visit and for keeping my mother happy and content at 100 years and 8 months old!
On my first visit to the Manor, I was immediately impressed by the countless shrubs to both sides of the avenue that led to the nursing home and what a fine building the Manor is. The architects and interior designers have produced a splendid building that could be regarded as the best in the country. My wife spent the last few weeks of her life in the Manor and I was delighted with the way she was cared for. So I thank the managing director and staff for looking after her and in particular the nurses who supported me in my moment of fragility.
After a generally unhappy experience at a previous care home, my wife and I have been very impressed by Alban Manor. Management is efficient and caring as are the carers and the place is always spotlessly clean.
Thank you also for leading our dominoes on a Sunday!
The staff are very friendly and helpful. We moved mum here from another home and she has settled in really well. The residents are very sociable and enjoy doing various activities; arts, trips, quiz.
Having visited 12 care homes in the St Albans area during November 2020. The choice of Alban Nursing Home was unanimous. We are certain that we made the right choice and have no regrets.
From the moment we stepped into Alban Manor we felt at home. The building is so bright and cheerful as are the staff.
I was particularly impressed with the interaction between all staff from the top down, they really do work as a team, listening to suggestions and working together.
My dad has only been there a week, but already has a rapport with the staff, he tells us that everyone is so lovely, nothing is ever too much trouble. The activity schedule complete with a film night is amazing. No-one is forced to do anything, just gently encouraged. The live music on Saturday was lovely, everyone tapping their feet to the songs.
A huge thank you from me for making this very difficult time, so much easier.
Thank you for your feedback, Lyn. We are so pleased how quickly your Father has become part of our community at Alban Manor.
Regulatory Rating
Care Quality Commission (CQC) Rating
Date: 10 May 2024Good
- CaringGood
- EffectiveGood
- ResponsiveGood
- SafeGood
- Well-ledGood
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- 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.
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Awards / Recognitions (3)
- 28 Nov 2024Recipient: Alban Manor Nursing Home
- 30 Nov 2023Recipient: 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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