Dementia care homes in Buckinghamshire
88 of the 133 care homes in Buckinghamshire are registered with the CQC as dementia care homes, of which 5 are rated Outstanding and 46 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 Buckinghamshire typically cost £1,420 a week, about £73,840 a year, based on 3 homes with a fee on record; the middle half charge £1,333 to £1,560. That is close to the typical residential fee in Buckinghamshire of £1,438.
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.
Stone House Nursing Home
Sunnyside Nursing Home
The Gables Nursing Home
Tithe Farm Nursing Home
Woodland Manor Care Home
Avondale Care Home
Catherine Court
Chalfont Lodge
Hamilton House Care Home
Hulcott Nursing Home
Kingfishers Nursing Home
Lace Hill Manor Care Home
Lakeside Watermead Care Home
The Red House Nursing Home
Catherine Court
Denham Manor
Haddenham Park Care Home
Harrington Care Homes (Aylesbury) Ltd
Maids Moreton Hall
Signature at Farnham Common
Signature at Farnham Common
Typical dementia care homes fees in Buckinghamshire
Based on 88 homes in the area. Middle figure is the median; the range is the middle half of homes.
- Residential dementia care
- £1,420 a week
- Usually £1,333 to £1,560 · 3 homes with fees
Common questions
How much do dementia care homes in Buckinghamshire cost?
Dementia care homes in Buckinghamshire typically charge £1,420 a week, usually between £1,333 and £1,560. 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 Buckinghamshire?
88 of the 133 CQC-registered care homes in Buckinghamshire 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 Buckinghamshire?
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 Buckinghamshire?
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 Buckinghamshire council for a needs assessment.