Dementia care homes in Hereford
23 of the 33 care homes in Hereford are registered with the CQC as dementia care homes, of which 2 are rated Outstanding and 15 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.
We do not yet have enough published fees to give a typical figure for dementia care homes in Hereford. The typical residential care home fee in the West Midlands is £1,264 a week, and dementia care homes usually cost more than that. Every home that has told us its price shows it, dated, on its card.
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.
Gwen Walford House
Hampton Grange Nursing Home
Holmer Care Home with Nursing
Newstead House
The Weir Nursing Home
Brockington House Care Community
Charles Court Care Home
Oaklands Nursing Home
Stretton Nursing Home
Typical fees in Herefordshire, County of
We do not have enough published fees for this area yet to show a typical figure. Across England, residential care usually costs about £900 to £1,400 a week and nursing care £1,200 to £1,900.
Common questions
How much do dementia care homes in Hereford cost?
Not enough dementia care homes in Hereford have published fees for a typical figure yet. Residential care in the West Midlands is typically £1,264 a week and dementia care homes cost more. Ask each home for a written quote.
How many dementia care homes are there in Hereford?
23 of the 33 CQC-registered care homes in Hereford 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 Hereford?
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 Hereford?
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 Herefordshire, County of council for a needs assessment.