Springs
Springs is a nursing home in Harpenden, Hertfordshire (AL5 1PX).
Newly registered with the CQC, October 2026. No inspection rating has been published yet.
About Springs
At Harpenden Springs we provide nursing care for adults in Harpenden and the surrounding parts of Hertfordshire who need more support than can be arranged at home. Qualified nurses are on duty here at all times, so we can care for people with complicated or changing health needs, including those who need regular clinical attention and those receiving care at the end of life. The people living here include older adults, those with dementia and people with physical disabilities, among them younger adults. Our approach to dementia is simple in principle and demanding in practice. We learn each person's history, keep their surroundings and routines familiar, avoid the kind of rushed handling that causes distress, and look for the reason behind behaviour rather than treating it as a problem to be stopped. We want this to feel like somewhere people live rather than somewhere they are kept. Bedrooms are furnished with belongings from home, meals are served when people are hungry, and the day offers things worth doing without anybody being pushed into them. Gardening, baking, music and conversation tend to be the most popular. Relatives and friends are part of daily life here and can visit as often as they like. We will tell you when something changes rather than waiting for you to ask. If you are at the point of looking at homes, please come and see us, meet the nurses and carers and ask them anything. A visit will tell you far more than any brochure.
Care provided at Springs
- Older person care
- Dementia care
- Physical disability support
- Younger adults care
- Registered for up to 75 residents
Read the full inspection report on the CQC website.
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Common questions about Springs
Where is Springs located?
Springs is a nursing home in Harpenden, Hertfordshire, AL5 1PX. You can view its exact location and get directions from the map on this page.
What type of care does Springs provide?
Springs is registered to provide nursing and personal care, with support that includes Older person care, Dementia care, Physical disability support, Younger adults care. The full list of services is shown on this page.
Does Springs provide dementia care?
Yes. Springs supports people living with dementia. We recommend contacting the home directly to discuss your individual situation.
How many beds does Springs have?
Springs is registered for up to 75 residents. Contact the home to check current availability.
Questions families ask about Springs
Can Mum or Dad stay here if their dementia gets worse?
Yes. Harpenden Springs 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. Harpenden Springs is registered to provide nursing care, so registered nurses are part of the team.
Can they try a short stay before deciding?
Ask the home. The home has not told us whether it offers short stays. Ask when you call; many homes can arrange a trial period.
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. Harpenden Springs 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
Harpenden Springs 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 Harpenden Springs. Actual fees depend on the room, the level of care and how it is funded.
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