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St Andrews
Great North Rd, Welwyn Garden City, AL8 7SRCQC Rating Good5.26 miles from centre
Care available
From
£1,470
per week
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Old Crabtree Ln, Hemel Hempstead, HP2 4EXCQC Rating Good5.53 miles from centre
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£1,277
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Castleford Cl, Castleford Close, WD6CQC Rating Not yet inspected6.83 miles from centre
Care availableFrom
£1,700
per week
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5 Broad St, Hemel Hempstead, HP2 5BWCQC Rating Good5.87 miles from centreCare availableFrom
£1,100
per week
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Broadwater Rd, Welwyn Garden City, AL7 3EGCQC Rating Not yet inspected6.09 miles from centre
Care availableFrom
£1,598
per week
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Rooms AvailableSt Lauras
32 High St, Kings Langley, WD4 8BHCQC Rating Good6.17 miles from centreCare availableFrom
£1,500
per week
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Oakview Lodge
Oakview Lodge, Welwyn Garden City, AL7 4DTCQC Rating Requires improvement6.25 miles from centre
Care availableFrom
£1,550
per week
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Courtlands Cl, Watford, WD24 5GWCQC Rating Good6.68 miles from centreCare availableFrom
£1,213
per week
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Castleford Cl, Borehamwood, WD6 4ALCQC Rating Good6.85 miles from centreCare availableFrom
£1,314
per week
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Rooms AvailableForest Care Village
20 Cardinal Ave, London, WD6 1EPCQC Rating Requires improvement7.97 miles from centre
Care availableFrom
£1,350
per week
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Elton House
Elton Way, Bushey, WD25 8HACQC Rating Good6.99 miles from centre
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£1,682
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Rooms AvailableMontrose
95 Langley Rd, Watford, WD17 4PECQC Rating Good7.44 miles from centreCare availableFrom
£1,300
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Rooms AvailableAnson Court
Shackleton Way, Welwyn Garden City, AL7 2FFCQC Rating Good7.54 miles from centreCare availableFrom
£1,415
per week
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Rooms AvailableTremona
18 Alexandra Rd, Watford, WD17 4QYCQC Rating Outstanding7.62 miles from centreCare availableFrom
£1,300
per week
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FAQs about finding a care home
What is a care home?
Care homes - also known as residential homes - provide accommodation and care support for people who are no longer able to live on their own. All care homes will provide personal care, including help with dressing, eating, toileting and medication. There is often a range of social activities for care home residents to try, from painting to day trips out of the home.
What is the difference between a care home and a nursing home?
Care homes and nursing homes are very similar - the only difference is that nursing homes have qualified nurses and specially-trained care assistants that provide round-the-clock nursing and medical assistance. For this reason, nursing homes are often more costly than residential care homes.
When should you move someone into a care home?
There are lots of reasons for choosing a care home. For instance, if someone is struggling to live alone - despite help from friends, family or carers.
All our care homes offer a homely and cosy environment, so all residents feel at ease in their surroundings. You may opt for a care home if your loved one has complex healthcare needs, and require 24-7 nursing support.
How much do care homes cost?
The average cost of a care home per week in the UK is £704. This covers your room, as well as help with daily tasks, like washing, dressing and administering medication from trained carers.
However, the cost of a care home depends on the type of care you need, where you live, and the facilities at the home.
There are lots of options when paying for care, including self-funded care (where you fund the care from your own savings), NHS-funded care, and local-authority funded care. To work out how you will pay for your care, you will need to do a financial assessment. Our team of care experts will work with you to find the right care home that suits your needs and within your budget.
What are the steps in finding a care home?
- Find a few potential care homes above - based on your location, on-site facilities, and the type of care you need. All homes shown on Lottie also include the latest CQC (Care Quality Commission) rating.
- Call the care home directly to confirm availability, cost, and what's included in the care home fees.
- Arrange a visit for each care home, so you can meet the staff, view the facilities, and get a feel for the community.
- Choose the best care home for your needs, based on your unique needs and preferences
- Get a financial assessment for care fees.
Tips on finding a care home
A care home should feel like home - and there's a few things to look for to ease yourself or your loved one into their new surroundings.
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