Rooms Available
Elmside
Elmside Walk, Elmside Walk, SG5CQC Rating Good
Care available
From
£1,376
per week
ResidentialDementiaRespitePalliative
Care Homes in Hitchin
Your guide to the best care homes around Hitchin.
Care Homes in Hitchin
Rooms Available
Guysfield
Willian Rd, Willian Road, SG6 2ABCQC Rating Good
Guysfield Residential Home is a truly magnificent property nestled away in the garden city of Letchworth, based in the scenic countryside of Hertfordshire.
Care availableFrom
£1,137
per week
ResidentialDementiaRespiteConvalescentPalliative
Rooms AvailableMilford Lodge
Priory End, Hitchin, SG4 9ALCQC Rating Good
Care availableFrom
£1,300
per week
ResidentialDementiaRespiteConvalescentPalliative
Rooms Available
Barchester Healthcare Iris Court
Hitchin Rd, Hitchin, SG4 7QHCQC Rating Not yet inspected
Situated near the market town of Hitchin, Iris Court is a friendly care home in Gosmore that provides expert residential, dementia and respite care to those in need.
Care availableFrom
£1,500
per week
ResidentialDementiaRespite
Rooms AvailableTrembaths
Talbot Way, Letchworth, SG6 1UACQC Rating GoodTrembaths Care Home, operated by MHA in Letchworth, provides a nurturing environment for residential dementia, nursing, palliative, and respite care.
Care availableFrom
£1,307
per week
ResidentialNursingDementiaRespitePalliative
Rooms AvailableGarden City Court
Whiteway, Letchworth Garden City, SG6 2PPCQC Rating Good
A modern, purpose-built care home perfectly located in a quiet residential area of Letchworth, Garden City Court is home to a well-trained team who provide expert residential, dementia and respite care to those in need.
Care availableFrom
£1,439
per week
ResidentialDementiaRespiteConvalescentMental healthPalliative
Rooms AvailableFairfield Manor
Hitchin Road, Hitchin, SG5 4SWCQC Rating Good
Fairfield Manor is a beautiful care home located on the borders of Hertfordshire and Bedfordshire, providing expert residential and dementia care for 75 residents.
Care availableFrom
£1,650
per week
ResidentialNursingDementiaRespiteConvalescentPalliative
Rooms AvailableThe White House
Gillison Cl, Letchworth, SG6 1QLCQC Rating Not yet inspectedSet in the popular town of Letchwood Garden City, in north Hertfordshire, White House Care Home offers exceptional 24-hour residential, nursing, dementia and respite care for up to 50 residents.
Care availableFrom
£1,400
per week
ResidentialNursingDementiaRespiteMental healthPalliative
Rooms AvailableHalcyon Days
The Old Rectory, Hitchin, SG4 7LUCQC Rating Good
Halcyon Days, operated by Gold Care Homes, is nestled in the serene village of Graveley, Hertfordshire.
Care availableFrom
£1,400
per week
ResidentialDementiaRespitePalliative
Near Hitchin
Rooms AvailableJubilee Court
Jubilee Court, Stevenage, SG1 5BSCQC Rating Good4.86 miles from centreNestled amongst a friendly and quiet residential area in the town of Stevenage, Jubilee Court is a well-established care home that provides expert residential and dementia care to those in need.
Care availableFrom
£1,397
per week
ResidentialDementiaRespiteConvalescentMental healthPalliative
Rooms AvailableOsbourne Court
Park Dr, Baldock, SG7 6ENCQC Rating Good4.68 miles from centreCare availableFrom
£1,365
per week
ResidentialDementiaRespiteConvalescentPalliative
Rooms AvailableProvidence Court
Providence Way, Baldock, SG7 6TTCQC Rating Requires improvement4.78 miles from centreIdeally located in the lovely market town of Baldock, just a few minutes walk from a large supermarket and many other local amenities, Providence Court is a welcoming care home that provides expert residential, dementia and respite care to those in need.
Care availableFrom
£1,009
per week
ResidentialDementiaRespiteConvalescent
Rooms AvailableOak Manor
Harvest Rise, Shefford, SG17 5GECQC Rating Good6.10 miles from centreOak Manor Care Home, operated by MHA in Shefford, Bedfordshire, offers exceptional residential, dementia, and respite care.
Care availableFrom
£1,496
per week
ResidentialDementiaRespitePalliative
Rooms AvailableWoodlands View
Magpie Cres, Stevenage, SG2 9RZCQC Rating Good6.35 miles from centre
Woodlands View, part of the HC-One family of care homes, in Poplars, just three miles from Stevenage, offers a warm and inviting environment for residential, residential dementia, and nursing care.
Care availableFrom
£1,437
per week
ResidentialNursingDementiaRespite
Rooms Available
Little Bramingham Farm
Little Bramingham Farm, Luton, LU3 3XFCQC Rating Outstanding7.23 miles from centre
Situated on the outskirts of Luton, Bedfordshire, Little Bramingham Farm offers a calm retreat within an urban setting.
Care availableFrom
£1,425
per week
ResidentialRespite
Your Trusted Guide To Care Homes in Hitchin
Hitchin is a picturesque town in Hertfordshire and popular with care seekers for its strong sense of community. Here, you’ll find a number of elderly care options such as residential care homes with strong links to community support groups in the local area.
The Hitchin care homes above have been hand picked by our care experts for their high level of care, Care Quality Commission (CQC) rating and weekly care fees transparency. What’s more, with activity rooms, hair and beauty salons and private dining areas there’s lots of luxury onsite facilities enjoyed by residents.
You'll find homes that offer dementia care providing a high level of specialist care. A team of care professionals and nurses are able to provide excellent round the clock personalised care and support those living with dementia and Alzheimer’s.
If you’re searching for a care home with unique requirements such as care homes for couples or any specific activities you or your loved one enjoy, our care experts are able to recommend the best care homes for your requirements through our free concierge service.
To help make the process of choosing a care home in Hitchin easier, we’re also partnered with large care providers across the North Hertfordshire area, including the towns of Baldock, Letchworth and Stevenage.
Written by Hannah Karim
Customer Care Lead
Hannah has several years of experience within the care sector and has received training from Integrated Care Board (ICB) leads, the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) , and the Society of Later Life Advisers (SOLLA). Hannah also has an NHS Care Certificate.
Frequently asked questions
Here is some further information about care homes in Hitchin.
How many care homes are there in Hitchin?
We have 187 care homes in Hitchin. Our team of Care Experts hand-picks all our homes based on several factors, including the quality of care, facilities, and the home's culture.
What is the average cost of care in Hitchin?
Care home costs vary significantly across Hitchin. The average cost of care in Hitchin is £550 per week.
You could be eligible for care funding support in England from your local authority - you can check through a free financial assessment, which immediately follows a care needs assessment. You may also qualify for a form of NHS support, such as NHS continuing healthcare.
What's included in the weekly cost of a care home in Hitchin?
Typically, the weekly cost of a care home includes accommodation, the care itself, access to facilities, meals and snacks, housekeeping, social activities, and 24/7 support from carers and other staff members.
Additional extras in Hitchin may include hairdressing, chiropody, physiotherapy, other forms of therapy, trips out, and specialist equipment.
What factors affect Hitchin care home fees?
In Hitchin, care home fees vary based on factors such as the type of care needed (with nursing care costing more than residential care), the facilities and activities available, room size and other features, and the staff-to-resident ratio.
Homes in more central areas may be more expensive due to higher property and carer costs.
Are all care homes in Hitchin regulated by the Care Quality Commission (CQC)?
Yes, every Hitchin care home has been given a rating by England's Care Quality Commission (CQC).
The CQC checks care homes to ensure they're safe and well-run. They regularly conduct inspections and publish reports to help care-seekers make the right choice.
How many Hitchin care homes offer residential care?
2 Hitchin homes offer residential care. These provide respectful, day-to-day support with tasks like washing, dressing, mobility, and managing certain medications.
Residential care homes in Hitchin offer a safe setting for those who find it challenging to live independently, but don't have complex health needs.
What care homes in Hitchin offer dementia care?
2 care homes in Hitchin provide round-the-clock support for residents living with dementia.
These homes offer safe, supportive settings with staff trained to understand the needs of people experiencing memory loss or other dementia-related symptoms. Care is tailored to each resident, ensuring they're treated with the dignity and individuality they deserve. As dementia is a progressive condition, dementia care homes are equipped to adapt as needs change over time.
What Hitchin care homes offer respite care?
If you're looking for temporary respite care, we have 2 respite care homes in Hitchin that offer short-term stays.
Respite care is ideal when a regular carer needs a break, is on holiday, or is temporarily unable to provide care. Stays usually last a few weeks at a time and include the same level of support that permanent residents receive. You can find more information about respite care homes in Hitchin.
Average care home costs in Hitchin
- Average cost of residential care
- £1,393per week
- Average cost of dementia care
- £1,393per week
- Average cost of nursing & dementia care
- £1,393per week
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Care Quality Commission
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