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With 75 private ensuite bedrooms, Harpenden Springs is their most innovative and eco-friendly development to date. The home is powered entirely by electricity, supported by 125 on-site solar panels, air-source heat pumps, and an efficient...
Care Provided by Harpenden Springs Care Home
Primary Care Categories
- Older Person Care
- Dementia
Length of Stay
- Permanent Care
- Respite Care
Care Types Provided
- Residential Care
- Nursing Care
- Dementia Residential Care
- For a maximum of 75 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
Facilities
- Own Furniture if required
- Close to Local shops
- Near Public Transport
- Minibus or other transport
- Lift
- Wheelchair Access
- Gardens
- Bar/Café
- Phone Point in own room
- Television point in own room
- Residents Internet Access
Funding & Fees
Weekly Charges per Person
All fees are allocated following a person centred pre-assessment. Fees inclusive of physiotherapy.
The price(s) shown are provided by the care home. Contact Harpenden Springs Care Home for full pricing details and T&Cs.
Contact Harpenden Springs 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
- Oakland Care
- Private Owned
Person in charge
- Luciana Dobos (General Manager)
Local Authority / Social Services
Admission Information
- Ages 65+
Care Home Design/Build
- Purpose Built: Yes
- Year Purpose Built: 2025
- Number of floors: 3
Room Information
- Single Rooms (75)
- Single Rooms with ensuite Wet Room (75)
Harpenden Springs Care Home Reviews (8)
Harpenden Springs Care Home has a Review Score of 9.2 (9.172) out of 10, based on 8 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Harpenden Springs Care Home has 8 reviews.
The home is always clean and well maintained, creating a modern, comfortable and homely atmosphere. There is a good range of activities to keep residents engaged, and it's clear that a great deal of thought goes into promoting both their physical and emotional wellbeing. There is also an onsite hairdresser and beautician.
Communication with families and residents has been excellent. There are Quarterly Relative Forum Meetings and Quarterly Resident Board Meetings.
It is reassuring to know that our Parents are happy, safe, and well cared for. We would not hesitate to recommend this care home to anyone looking for high-quality residential car
Thank you for taking the time to leave a detailed review and observations of the full care needs being offered.
Thank you very much for arranging her 80th birthday yesterday. My sister would not be alive were it not for the care and kindness she has received at Springs Care Home. All staff are excellent, kind, caring and considerate to residents and families. Thank you very much (your standards are so much better than those here in West Sussex).
Thank you for your comments of appreciation for the birthday celebrations arranged at Harpenden Springs. We will share with all the teams involved.
My mother in law is settling in well at Harpenden Springs. The staff are kind and caring, and every effort has been made to make the transition from home to care home as smooth as possible.
Thank you for taking the time to leave us a review. We are happy your mother in law has settled well into our family at Harpenden Springs.
Harpenden Springs Care Home has been exceptional. The team prepared thoroughly for Mum's arrival, and they were so welcoming to Mum and the family. There is a lovely positive vibe, and nothing is too much trouble. The care team are very transparent and addresses any issues immediately. The food and activities are excellent. The maintenance team wonderful and the home is spotless.
Thank you for taking the time to review and your focus on the various teams is great feedback. We will ensure we share with all the Harpenden family.
My mum was resident number one at Harpenden Springs, and from the moment she walked through the door, she has been treated like a queen. The staff are genuinely warm, friendly, and attentive, always taking the time to care for her as an individual.
I've been amazed at how much she enjoys the activities and entertainment, they've really brought out her enthusiasm, and she happily joins in. Everything is thoughtfully designed to be enjoyable while also stimulating the mind and encouraging movement.
The home itself feels more like a hotel than a care setting, and my mum even calls her room "her flat," which says everything about how comfortable and settled she feels. The facilities are truly exceptional.
On a more personal note, my mum has complex mental health needs, and the care team has taken such care to understand her fully-not just her needs, but who she has been and who she is today.We feel reassured knowing she is in the right place for this stage of her life.
Thank you for taking the time to review, we appreciate your feedback. It has been a pleasure to welcome the whole family and are delighted you all feel the warmth of the home.
Mum moved in as one of the first residents. She has settled quicker than we thought, and it is lovely to see her joining in the activities. The place is like a 5 star hotel, and the people so caring. Only wish they had opened up sooner.
Thank you for your feedback, we appreciate your comments and are delighted with how she has settled so well with us.
I have nothing but praise for the wonderful team at this beautiful new home. They go above and beyond to be accommodating to their residents and really take time to make them feel at home. The food is amazing and of restaurant quality. The activities on offer are varied and encourage participation by all, including family and staff! The home is kept spotless and is well managed by a very approachable management team. Any concerns are quickly addressed and actioned. I feel very confident that my mum is in safe, caring and compassionate hands.
Thank you for your feedback, we appreciate you taking the time to review and give your personal views.
Mum is engaging with the activities and I have had fun with her there for the first in a while. I would highly recommend .
We really appreciate you taking the time to review your experience of Harpenden Springs. Thank you.
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Awards / Recognitions (18)
- 06 May 2026Recipient: Oakland Care
- 30 Jan 2026Recipient: Oakland Care
- 31 Jan 2025Recipient: Oakland Care
Accreditations
There are no accreditations posted yet for Harpenden Springs Care Home.
Meet the Team (3)

I started working in the care sector in April 2012, at the age of 23. As a young person from a different country, I was excited to receive the opportunity to join a successful team and learn how great care is delivered. I have not only matured with age, but I have grown as a person amongst exceptional individuals that I have been fortunate enough to meet in the past 10 years during my career path, going from a Care Assistant role, to a Reminiscence Coordinator, Deputy Manager and becoming a General Manager. I strive to help as much as I can and support the team by sharing all my knowledge and empowering people to achieve their full potential. My goal within the care sector is to continue helping people feel loved and treated as individuals, be it residents, relatives, or staff. I have been a General Manager at our Lambwood Heights Care Home since 2022, and I am now excited to start a new chapter at Oakland Care as the Commissioning Manager for Harpenden Springs.

I have supported Care Homes for over 9 years and previously worked in Leisure and HR. My role is to effectively manage the occupancy levels of Lambwood Heights, Woodland Grove and now Harpenden Springs care homes and build positive relationships with residents, families and external contacts in the community.
I work closely with the marketing department and our lifestyles teams to ensure our services are promoted to reflect the excellent care and support we provide. The residents are our extended family who we love to nurture and share daily life with, whilst keeping them safe and well. I’m always delighted to meet new families and support their journey.

I joined Oakland Care as Client Relations Assistant for Harpenden Springs in September 2025, bringing a background in media, journalism, and corporate communications. From day one, I’ve been welcomed by a truly compassionate and hard-working team, making the transition into care feel natural and incredibly rewarding. My journey has always been anchored in care, both through voluntary work and life choices, and I’m deeply committed to ensuring that every resident and their family feel valued and supported from the very beginning. I believe kindness, clear communication, and a heartfelt approach make the biggest difference. I take pride in being part of a team that puts people first, and I’m looking forward to helping shape a welcoming and supportive future at Harpenden Springs.
Frequently Asked Questions about Harpenden Springs Care Home
What types of Care is Harpenden Springs Care Home registered for?
Older Person Care, Dementia are the registered (by the Care Quality Commission) categories of Care.
How many Rooms does Harpenden Springs Care Home have?
There are 75 Single Rooms.
What are the Facilities & Services at Harpenden Springs Care Home?
Own Furniture if required, Close to Local shops, Near Public Transport, Minibus or other transport, Lift, Wheelchair Access, Gardens, Bar/Café, Phone Point in own room, Television point in own room, Residents Internet Access are some of the Facilities & Services.
How far is Harpenden Springs Care Home to the centre of Hertford?
11.5 mile(s) as the crow flies, distance by road may be significantly further.
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