Care Homes in Croydon

Finding the right care home in Croydon can feel like a big step - especially when you’re searching on behalf of a loved one. At Lottie, we’re here to guide you through the process with compassion and expert advice you can trust. We’ve handpicked Croydon’s top-rated homes, with detailed listings and personalised support to help you make confident choices.

This area in South London offers the best of both worlds: leafy residential neighbourhoods and excellent transport links to central London that make it easy for family and friends to visit. Croydon is also well-served by key healthcare services such as Croydon University Hospital.

Care homes listed on Lottie, including Amberley Lodge and Wilhelmina House have been selected for their high-quality care and thoughtfully designed settings. Many include luxurious facilities like en-suite rooms, landscaped gardens, stylish communal areas, private dining rooms, beauty salons, and cinema lounges. We also highlight homes with companion suites, ideal for couples who want to stay together while receiving the care they need. These homes are managed by trusted providers such as Barchester Healthcare and Care UK.

Croydon homes provide everyday personal care that focuses on support with tasks relating to personal hygiene, along with specialist support for people living with complex conditions such as Parkinson’s or dementia. Rehabilitative care is also available following an operation or injury.

Every home listed above is regulated by the Care Quality Commission (CQC) and reviewed by our Care Experts, who are here to answer your questions and build you a free personalised shortlist of care homes.

 

Best care homes in Croydon

• Cedar View - Situated in Shirley, Cedar View boasts various state-of-the-art facilities. The most popular include comfortable communal lounges, bright dining areas and tranquil gardens. Cedar View prides itself on the level of specialised care they are able to offer, and many of the spaces within this home have been specifically designed with dementia residents in mind.

• Red Court - You’ll find this home just east of Croydon’s town centre. The Red Court team provide residential and nursing care on a permanent or short-term respite basis. If your loved one enjoys being kept busy, the activity team will ensure they’ve always got something to do, with pampering sessions, gentle exercise, gardening, and trips to local museums and galleries all popular choices.

• Whitgift House - This home is located within the grounds of the Whitgift School in South Croydon. We love this beautiful building, and the interior is packed with fantastic facilities. The majority of the spacious bedrooms are en-suite, while residents can spend time in the communal dining spaces, lounges and gardens, where picnics and parties are often held.