Lea Grange Care Home
Lea Grange Care Home is a nursing home in Harpenden, Hertfordshire (AL5 4UN).
About Lea Grange Care Home
At Lea Grange Care Home, we provide nursing care for people in Harpenden, Hertfordshire, in an environment where residents feel genuinely at home. We support older adults, younger adults, and people living with dementia, physical disabilities, and visual or hearing impairments. We also offer respite care for those who need short term support, whether to recover after a hospital stay or to give family carers a much needed break. Our team works closely with residents and their families from the very first conversation. We take time to understand each person's history, preferences, and needs, because good care starts with truly knowing someone. That means the way we support one resident will look quite different from how we support another, and we think that is exactly as it should be. For those living with dementia, we know how important familiarity and calm surroundings can be. We focus on maintaining routines, encouraging meaningful activity, and making sure each person feels safe and recognised as an individual, not defined by their diagnosis. Our nursing team provides clinical oversight around the clock, which gives residents and families reassurance that any changing needs will be identified and responded to promptly. We work alongside GPs, district nurses, and other healthcare professionals to make sure everyone receives joined up care. We are currently unrated by the Care Quality Commission as we are in the early stages of our regulatory journey, and we welcome that scrutiny as part of being accountable to the people we care for. If you are considering Lea Grange Care Home for yourself or someone you love, we would encourage you to come and visit us. A conversation in person, walking through the home and meeting the team, will tell you far more than any written description ever could. We look forward to hearing from you.
Care provided at Lea Grange Care Home
- Older person care
- Dementia care
- Physical disability support
- Sensory impairment support
- Younger adults care
- Respite care
Read the full inspection report on the CQC website.
Common questions about Lea Grange Care Home
Where is Lea Grange Care Home located?
Lea Grange Care Home is a nursing home in Harpenden, Hertfordshire, AL5 4UN. You can view its exact location and get directions from the map on this page.
What type of care does Lea Grange Care Home provide?
Lea Grange Care Home is registered to provide nursing and personal care, with support that includes Older person care, Dementia care, Physical disability support, Sensory impairment support, Younger adults care, Respite care. The full list of services is shown on this page.
Does Lea Grange Care Home provide dementia care?
Yes. Lea Grange Care Home supports people living with dementia. We recommend contacting the home directly to discuss your individual situation.
Does Lea Grange Care Home offer respite or short-term care?
Yes. Lea Grange Care Home offers respite and short-term care. Availability changes regularly, so it is best to enquire directly.
Questions families ask about Lea Grange Care Home
Can Mum or Dad stay here if their dementia gets worse?
Yes. Lea Grange 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?
Yes. Yes. Lea Grange Care Home is registered to provide nursing care, so registered nurses are part of the team.
Can they try a short stay before deciding?
Yes. Yes. Lea Grange 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?
Yes. Yes. Lea Grange Care Home supports younger adults as well as older people.
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
Lea Grange 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
- Nursing care: £1,250 to £1,600 per week per person, typical range
Indicative figures for the East, not a quote from Lea Grange Care Home. Actual fees depend on the room, the level of care and how it is funded.
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