Compare top-rated care homes across Stevenage
Stevenage has 11 CQC-registered care homes, in the East of England. Of those, 11 are residential care homes and 3 provide nursing care, with around 51 beds in a typical home. Whether you are looking for residential care, nursing care or specialist dementia care in Stevenage, the homes below are compared on the same official information so you can shortlist with confidence.
About care homes in Stevenage
Care quality in Stevenage is regulated by the Care Quality Commission (CQC), which inspects every care home and publishes a rating. Across the rated homes here, about 91% are rated Good or Outstanding (10 rated Good, 1 that Requires improvement). We show each home's current CQC rating and link to its full inspection report, so you can read the regulator's findings before you enquire.
The type of care a home is registered to provide matters as much as its rating. In Stevenage, 6 are registered for dementia care, 3 for nursing care, 4 for learning disability and autism support, 2 for mental health needs. Many homes are registered for more than one type of care, so a dementia care home in Stevenage may also offer residential or nursing care. Use the care-type links above to compare homes registered for a specific need.
Geographically, Stevenage care homes are spread across the SG1, SG2 postcode districts, so you can focus on the part of Stevenage closest to family. If you cannot find the right home in Stevenage itself, neighbouring towns across Hertfordshire are listed below as alternatives within easy reach.
Care home fees in Stevenage depend on the type of care and how the place is funded. As a guide, self-funded residential care in the East of England typically runs to several hundred pounds a week, with nursing and specialist dementia care costing more. If the person needing care has limited savings, the local authority in Hertfordshire may contribute, and the NHS funds the healthcare element of nursing care through NHS-funded nursing care or, for the highest needs, NHS Continuing Healthcare. Fees are not held in the CQC record, so confirm the current weekly fee directly with each Stevenage home.
Residential and nursing homes in Stevenage
Illustrative Woodlands View Care Home
Illustrative Jubilee Court
Illustrative Roebuck Nursing Home
Illustrative Martins House
Illustrative Wisden Court
Illustrative Winnett Cottage
Illustrative Julians House
Illustrative Scarborough House
Illustrative SENSE Jenny Chapman House
Illustrative Walkern Lodge
Illustrative Pinelodge Care Home
Care homes near you across the Stevenage area
Care homes in Stevenage are spread across these postcode districts:
Care homes in Hertfordshire near Stevenage
Common questions about Stevenage care homes
How much does a care home cost per month in Stevenage?
Care home fees in Stevenage vary by the type of care and the home. Self-funded residential care commonly costs from around £3,500 to £5,500 a month, while nursing and specialist dementia care are typically higher. The exact fee depends on the home, the room and the level of care, and is not recorded by the CQC, so always confirm the current monthly fee directly with each Stevenage home.
Will the NHS or local authority pay for a care home in Stevenage?
It depends on the person's needs and finances. Hertfordshire's local authority may fund or contribute to a place if savings fall below the means-test threshold. The NHS pays the nursing element of a nursing home through NHS-funded nursing care, and may fund the full placement through NHS Continuing Healthcare where health needs are high. A care needs assessment and financial assessment determine what is paid.
How many care homes are there in Stevenage?
Stevenage has 11 CQC-registered care homes: 11 offering residential care and 3 offering nursing care. You can compare all of them on this page, with each home's official CQC rating and registered care needs.
What is the average CQC rating of care homes in Stevenage?
Around 91% of rated care homes in Stevenage are rated Good or Outstanding by the Care Quality Commission. We show every home's current rating so you can shortlist with confidence, and we link to the official CQC report for each one.
What types of care home are in Stevenage?
Care homes in Stevenage and across Hertfordshire include residential homes, nursing homes, and homes registered for dementia, learning disability, mental health and physical disability support. Use the care-type links on this page to compare homes registered for a specific need.
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