Dementia care homes in Watford
18 of the 31 care homes in Watford are registered with the CQC as dementia care homes, of which 1 is rated Outstanding and 10 Good. A dementia care home is registered with the CQC to care for people living with dementia, with staff trained for it and a building laid out to keep residents safe and settled.
Dementia care homes in Hertfordshire typically cost £1,450 a week, about £75,400 a year, based on 3 homes with a fee on record. That is close to the typical residential fee in Hertfordshire of £1,450.
A live-in carer at home, which many families weigh against dementia care home care, costs from about £1,120 a week and can look after a couple.
Tremona Care Home
Amberside
Auburn Mere
Courtland Lodge
Elton House Care Home
Elton House Care Home
Montrose Care Home
Pinewood Lodge
Prince Michael of Kent Court
Rosslyn Residential Care
The Chase Care Centre
Brunswick Court Care Home
Lancaster Court
River Court Care Home
St Anthony's
Carpenders Park
Orchard House
Typical fees in Hertfordshire
Based on 255 homes in the area. Middle figure is the median; the range is the middle half of homes.
- Residential care
- £1,450 a week
- Usually £1,450 to £1,530 · 3 homes with fees
- Residential dementia care
- £1,450 a week
- Usually £1,450 to £1,530 · 3 homes with fees
- Respite care
- £1,550 a week
- Usually £1,550 to £1,630 · 3 homes with fees
- Care home fees
- £1,700 a week
- Usually £1,348 to £1,775 · 7 homes with fees
Not enough dementia care homes in Watford have published fees yet, so all care types in the council area are shown.
Common questions
How much do dementia care homes in Watford cost?
Dementia care homes in Hertfordshire typically charge £1,450 a week. Fees depend on the room and the level of care, so ask each home for a written quote.
How many dementia care homes are there in Watford?
18 of the 31 CQC-registered care homes in Watford are dementia care homes. The list is refreshed from the CQC register every month.
What should I look for in a dementia care home in Watford?
Look for staff trained in dementia care, a building that is easy to find your way around, secure gardens, a calm routine and activities built around what residents used to enjoy. Ask how the home handles distress and whether it can keep caring for someone as dementia advances, so a second move is not needed.
Will the council pay for dementia care home care in Watford?
If your savings and assets are below £23,250 the council will assess what you can afford and may pay part or all of the fee. Ask the adult social care team at Hertfordshire council for a needs assessment.