Your guide to the best care homes around Northamptonshire.
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Choosing a care home is a big step, but it doesn’t have to be overwhelming. At Lottie, we help families across Northamptonshire find the right care quickly and confidently, whether you're seeking long-term support or a short-term solution like respite care.
Across Northamptonshire, you’ll find a diverse selection of care homes to suit a wide range of needs, spanning small, family-run residences like Westlands to larger purpose-built homes offering specialist support, such as Northampton Richmond Villages (which has an ‘Outstanding’ overall rating). Whether you’re searching in Kettering, Wellingborough, Towcester, or elsewhere in the county, there are care homes providing several types of care.
Every care home listed on Lottie is regulated by the Care Quality Commission (CQC) and has been carefully reviewed by our in-house Care Experts. For outdoor lovers, many of these homes offer spacious gardens and seasonal activities. From relaxing gardening clubs to creative arts sessions and baking groups, there’s something for everyone. If you’re searching for care homes for a loved one living with dementia or other age-related health conditions, we also highlight homes that offer specialised support. Couples looking to move in together will find several care homes across the county that offer companion rooms.
In case of a medical emergency, additional services across Northamptonshire include Kettering General Hospital and Northampton General Hospital. The county’s rural surroundings and accessible public transport links make it a calm and well-connected location for later-life care.
We’re here to help you explore the best local options - without the stress. If you’re unsure where to begin, our Care Experts are on hand to build you a free personalised shortlist of care homes in minutes, based on your needs, location, and budget.
Northampton Richmond Villages - This luxury home boasts an ‘Outstanding’ overall rating, the highest a home can get. It offers a fantastic standard of residential and nursing care, including for people living with dementia. We love the stylish communal facilities in this home, particularly the spacious and airy dining spaces.
Elm Bank - Near Kettering’s town centre in the heart of Northamptonshire, Elm Bank has a private courtyard - a particularly popular summer relaxation spot that’s complete with a charming Victorian summer house. When living here, your loved one will also be near various shops, pubs and delicious restaurants.
Glenmoor House - This home is in the Northamptonshire town of Corby. A wide range of care services are available at Glenmoor House, including residential, nursing and dementia care on a permanent or short-term basis. There’s also convalescent care if your loved one is still recovering after an illness, injury or operation.
Here is some further information about care homes in Northamptonshire.
We have 270 care homes in Northamptonshire. All our homes have been hand-picked by our team of care experts based on a number of factors, including the quality of care and the home's culture.
Care home costs vary significantly across the country. If you're looking for a care home in Northamptonshire, the average cost of care is £1,081. You may be eligible for care home funding - you can check through a care needs assessment.
Yes, every Northamptonshire care home has been given a rating by England's Care Quality Commission (CQC).
We have 8 in Northamptonshire that provide specialist, 24/7 support. All of our nursing homes in Northamptonshire offer personalised support for anyone who has a medical condition or disability that requires round-the-clock care from registered nurses in a home-from-home environment.
We have 22 care homes in Northamptonshire that offer residential care, which provides support and care for those who may find it difficult to live independently. Our residential care homes in Northamptonshire provide support for everyday tasks, including washing, mobility, and dressing.
We have 20 Northamptonshire care homes that provide round-the-clock dementia care. Those with dementia will need more care as the condition progresses, and specialist dementia care homes in Northamptonshire can provide the level of support they need.
We've rounded up the best Alzheimer's care homes across the UK - they've been handpicked by our team of care experts for their specialised care, round-the-clock support and comforting environments.
If you're looking for temporary respite care, we have 21 care homes in Northamptonshire that provide short-term stays.
Respite care homes in Northamptonshire provide relief for caregivers, offering a few weeks of support in a care home for a loved one while you recuperate. We've rounded up the best respite care homes in the UK to ease your care search.
11 Northamptonshire care homes provide palliative care for your loved one. A palliative care home aims to provide the highest level of support and comfort to every resident. End-of-life care can be an emotional experience for everyone, so our care experts will support you at every step.
Northamptonshire's Care Regulator:
Care Quality Commission