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Dementia care homes in Croydon

54 of the 128 care homes in Croydon are registered with the CQC as dementia care homes, of which 2 are rated Outstanding and 40 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 Croydon typically cost £1,227 a week, about £63,804 a year, based on 3 homes with a fee on record; the middle half charge £1,189 to £1,271. That is close to the typical residential fee in Croydon of £1,232.

A live-in carer at home, which many families weigh against dementia care home care, typically costs £1,050 a week near Croydon and can look after a couple.

Compare with a live-in carer at home through PrimeCarers

The typical dementia care home in Croydon
£1,227a week

About £63,804 a year

For a couple, two places: £2,454 a week

PrimeCarersA live-in carer, at home
£1,050a week

The typical live-in carer near Croydon, set by the carer

Staying at home could cost about £177 a week less, £9,204 over a year

A couple can share one carer, about £1,355 a week, £1,099 a week less than two places.

See live-in carers near Croydon
100+ live-in carers on PrimeCarers within about an hour of Croydon

PrimeCarers runs this site. Carers on it are self-employed and set their own rates. Every carer has had an enhanced DBS check in the last 18 months, ID and right-to-work checks and an online interview. Their skills and training are for you to check with them.

Nursing careFees published
Beth Ezra, Purley

Beth Ezra

Purley, CR8 · 20 beds
CQC: Good
ResidentialDementiaBeth-Ezra Trust
Care home fees
£1,227 a week
No reviews yet
Or a live-in carer at home through PrimeCarers: typically £1,050 a week
PrimeCarersAnother option

Stay at home with a live-in carer near Croydon

A carer moves in, so there is no move, no shared lounge and your own routine. Each carer’s profile shows their rate, experience and reviews, and you choose who to talk to.

100+ live-in carers on PrimeCarers within about an hour of Croydon
Live-in, a week
typically £1,050
A couple sharing one carer about £1,355
Amberley Lodge - Purley, Purley

Amberley Lodge - Purley

Purley, CR8 · 60 beds
CQC: Outstanding
NursingDementiaWelltower
Fee not published
Area typical £1,227 a week
No reviews yet
Or a live-in carer at home through PrimeCarers: typically £1,050 a week
Chestnut Lodge Care Home, Croydon

Chestnut Lodge Care Home

Croydon, CR0 · 42 beds
CQC: Outstanding
NursingDementiaBramley Health
Fee not published
Area typical £1,227 a week
No reviews yet
Or a live-in carer at home through PrimeCarers: typically £1,050 a week
Acacia Care Centre, London

Acacia Care Centre

London, SE25 · 62 beds
CQC: Good
NursingDementiaWelltower
Fee not published
Area typical £1,227 a week
No reviews yet
Or a live-in carer at home through PrimeCarers: typically £1,050 a week
Acorn House - Croydon, Croydon

Acorn House - Croydon

Croydon, CR8 · 31 beds
CQC: Good
ResidentialDementiaMedicrest
Fee not published
Area typical £1,227 a week
No reviews yet
Or a live-in carer at home through PrimeCarers: typically £1,050 a week
Acorn Lodge - Croydon, Purley

Acorn Lodge - Croydon

Purley, CR8 · 39 beds
CQC: Good
ResidentialDementiaMedicrest
Fee not published
Area typical £1,227 a week
No reviews yet
Or a live-in carer at home through PrimeCarers: typically £1,050 a week
Addington Heights, Croydon

Addington Heights

Croydon, CR0 · 50 beds
CQC: Good
Fee not published
Area typical £1,227 a week
No reviews yet
Or a live-in carer at home through PrimeCarers: typically £1,050 a week
Barrington Lodge, Croydon

Barrington Lodge

Croydon, CR0 · 44 beds
CQC: Good
NursingDementiaA & R Care
Fee not published
Area typical £1,227 a week
No reviews yet
Or a live-in carer at home through PrimeCarers: typically £1,050 a week
Beechwood House, South Croydon

Beechwood House

South Croydon, CR2 · 23 beds
CQC: Good
NursingDementiaA & R Care
Fee not published
Area typical £1,227 a week
No reviews yet
Or a live-in carer at home through PrimeCarers: typically £1,050 a week
Cedar View Care Centre, Croydon

Cedar View Care Centre

Croydon, CR0 · 65 beds
CQC: Good
NursingDementiaWelltower
Fee not published
Area typical £1,227 a week
No reviews yet
Or a live-in carer at home through PrimeCarers: typically £1,050 a week
Clarendon Nursing Home, Thornton Heath

Clarendon Nursing Home

Thornton Heath, CR7 · 54 beds
CQC: Good
NursingDementiaBondcare
Fee not published
Area typical £1,227 a week
No reviews yet
Or a live-in carer at home through PrimeCarers: typically £1,050 a week
Clifton House, Coulsdon

Clifton House

Coulsdon, CR5 · 16 beds
CQC: Good
ResidentialDementiaMr & Mrs J P Rampersad
Fee not published
Area typical £1,227 a week
No reviews yet
Or a live-in carer at home through PrimeCarers: typically £1,050 a week
Esther Care Home, Purley

Esther Care Home

Purley, CR8 · 11 beds
CQC: Good
ResidentialDementiaEsther Care Homes
Fee not published
Area typical £1,227 a week
No reviews yet
Or a live-in carer at home through PrimeCarers: typically £1,050 a week
Gate Lodge, Purley

Gate Lodge

Purley, CR8 · 21 beds
CQC: Good
ResidentialDementiaMr & Mrs P Chellun
Fee not published
Area typical £1,227 a week
No reviews yet
Or a live-in carer at home through PrimeCarers: typically £1,050 a week
Haling Park Care Home, South Croydon

Haling Park Care Home

South Croydon, CR2 · 62 beds
CQC: Good
NursingDementiaWelltower
Fee not published
Area typical £1,227 a week
No reviews yet
Or a live-in carer at home through PrimeCarers: typically £1,050 a week
Hall Grange, Croydon

Hall Grange

Croydon, CR9 · 86 beds
CQC: Good
ResidentialDementiaMethodist Homes
Fee not published
Area typical £1,227 a week
No reviews yet
Or a live-in carer at home through PrimeCarers: typically £1,050 a week
Heavers Court, London

Heavers Court

London, SE25 · 60 beds
CQC: Good
Fee not published
Area typical £1,227 a week
No reviews yet
Or a live-in carer at home through PrimeCarers: typically £1,050 a week
Care at home

At least 100 live-in carers within about an hour of Croydon

These are self-employed carers on PrimeCarers, the introductory agency that runs this directory. Each has a profile with their own rates and reviews from families, and you choose who to talk to.

Most charge £980 to £1,230 a week. 77 can care for a couple. 11 years' experience on average.

“She cared for my mum with Alzheimer's with endless patience and kindness, always arriving with a smile and a positive attitude”
Marie-anne B., about Carla A.
“Terry has been of invaluable help to our family while working as a part-time live-in carer for our mother for approximately 6 months”
Bianca V., about Terry S.
See live-in carers near CroydonProfiles, rates and reviews are free to look at.

Every carer has had an enhanced DBS check in the last 18 months, ID and right-to-work checks and an online interview. Their skills and training are for you to check with them. Carers set their own rates, and who is free changes week to week.

Typical dementia care homes fees in Croydon

Median weekly fee for each type of care, across the 54 homes in the area. The range covers the middle half.

Residential dementia care
£1,227
Usually £1,189 to £1,271 a week3 homes
Live-in carer at home, PrimeCarers
£1,050
Typical week, set by the carer. A couple sharing one carer about £1,355

Common questions

How much do dementia care homes in Croydon cost?

Dementia care homes in Croydon typically charge £1,227 a week, usually between £1,189 and £1,271. 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 Croydon?

54 of the 128 CQC-registered care homes in Croydon 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 Croydon?

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 Croydon?

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 Croydon council for a needs assessment.