Elstree View Care Home
Elstree View Care Home is a residential care home in Borehamwood, Hertfordshire (WD6 3RG). It holds a CQC rating of Good.
About Elstree View Care Home
We at Elstree View Care Home are proud to offer a warm and welcoming residential care home in the heart of Borehamwood, Hertfordshire, where compassionate support meets everyday comfort. Our home has been thoughtfully designed to be a place where residents feel truly at ease, whether they are joining us for long term residential care, specialist dementia support, or a shorter respite stay. Set within the friendly community of Borehamwood in the WD postcode area, our home benefits from the calm, suburban character of this well connected corner of Hertfordshire. Residents and their loved ones enjoy the reassurance of familiar local surroundings, with the wider East of England on the doorstep. The setting encourages a gentle pace of life, allowing visits from family and friends to feel relaxed and unhurried. Inside, we focus on creating spaces that feel like home rather than an institution. Comfortable communal lounges provide places to chat, read, or share a cup of tea, whilst quieter areas offer moments of calm for reflection or one to one time with visiting relatives. Every detail, from lighting to layout, is considered with our residents in mind, particularly those living with sensory impairments or reduced mobility. Our care approach is built around the individual. We specialise in supporting older people, including those living with dementia, and we also welcome younger adults and residents with physical disabilities or visual and hearing impairments. In practice, this means our team takes time to understand each person's history, preferences, and daily routines, tailoring support so that independence and dignity are always at the centre of the day. Families can feel confident that their loved one is known as a person, not simply a resident. For those living with dementia, we provide a calm, structured environment where familiar routines and gentle stimulation help to reduce anxiety and promote wellbeing. Our respite care offers a valuable option for families who need short term support, whether following a hospital stay, during a family holiday, or simply to allow a regular carer a well earned rest. Whatever the length of stay, our commitment to warm, attentive care remains the same. We understand that choosing a care home is one of the most significant decisions a family can make, which is why our CQC rating matters. Following the latest inspection in August 2023, Elstree View Care Home was rated Good overall, with Good ratings across all five key areas: Safe, Effective, Caring, Responsive, and Well led. This independent recognition reflects the everyday dedication of our team and the standards we hold ourselves to, offering families genuine reassurance that their loved one is in capable and caring hands. If you are exploring care options for someone dear to you, we warmly invite you to get in touch. Whether you have a specific question, would like to arrange a visit, or simply want to talk through what life at Elstree View could look like, our door is always open. We are here to listen, to guide, and to help your family feel supported every step of the way.
Care provided at Elstree View Care Home
- Older person care
- Dementia care
- Respite care
- Last CQC inspection: 7 July 2023
Read the full inspection report on the CQC website.
Common questions about Elstree View Care Home
Where is Elstree View Care Home located?
Elstree View Care Home is a residential care home in Borehamwood, Hertfordshire, WD6 3RG. You can view its exact location and get directions from the map on this page.
What type of care does Elstree View Care Home provide?
Elstree View Care Home is registered to provide residential personal care, with support that includes Older person care, Dementia care, Respite care. The full list of services is shown on this page.
What is Elstree View Care Home's CQC rating?
Elstree View Care Home is registered with and inspected by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). Its most recent overall rating is Good following its last inspection on 7 July 2023. You can read the full CQC report from the link on this page.
Does Elstree View Care Home provide dementia care?
Yes. Elstree View Care Home supports people living with dementia. We recommend contacting the home directly to discuss your individual situation.
Does Elstree View Care Home offer respite or short-term care?
Yes. Elstree View Care Home offers respite and short-term care. Availability changes regularly, so it is best to enquire directly.
Questions families ask about Elstree View Care Home
Can Mum or Dad stay here if their dementia gets worse?
Yes. Elstree View Care Home is registered for dementia care, so someone whose needs increase can usually stay rather than move.
Is there a nurse on site if health needs change?
No. Elstree View Care Home is a residential care home without on-site nursing. District nurses and GPs visit, but someone who needs daily nursing may have to move to a nursing home.
Can they try a short stay before deciding?
Yes. Yes. Elstree View Care Home offers respite and short stays, which is a good way to see whether the home is the right fit.
Will they support end of life care, so there is no move at the hardest time?
Ask the home. End of life care is not listed on the register. Ask the manager whether residents can remain in the home with hospice or district nurse support.
Can she bring her cat or dog?
Ask the home. The home has not told us its pet policy yet. Ask directly; some homes allow small pets in residents' rooms or welcome visiting dogs.
Can a couple stay together?
Ask the home. We do not know whether the home has rooms for couples. Ask about shared or adjoining rooms if this matters.
Will the council help pay, or is it self funded only?
Ask the home. The home has not told us which funding it accepts. Most homes take both council funded and self funded residents; ask about council rates and any top up.
Do they take younger adults as well as older people?
No. Elstree View Care Home is registered for older people. Younger adults are not listed.
Can I visit before deciding, and are there visiting hours?
Ask the home. Every home should welcome a visit. Call to arrange one, ideally at a mealtime or during an activity, and ask about visiting hours for family.
Typical weekly fees in the East
Elstree View Care Home has not published its fees yet. These are typical weekly fees for the East, so you know roughly what to expect before you call.
- Residential care: £1,000 to £1,350 per week per person, typical range
- Dementia care: £1,100 to £1,450 per week per person, typical range
Indicative figures for the East, not a quote from Elstree View Care Home. Actual fees depend on the room, the level of care and how it is funded.
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