Care Homes in Amersham
Amersham has 5 CQC registered care homes. 3 are rated Good, 2 Requires improvement. 2 of the 5 were last inspected more than three years ago.
Source: Care Quality Commission register, kept up to date as ratings change.
Amersham at a glance
What the local numbers say about care for older people in Amersham, to help you judge the options below.
- Buckinghamshire Council pays, residential care: £1,188 a week. Self-funders are typically asked £1,499 to £1,646, median £1,590
- Care home beds filled across Buckinghamshire: 84%. The 12 month average is 82%.
- Care home beds per 1,000 people aged 75+: 72
- People aged 75 and over: 58,900. Rising to 69,100 by 2035, up 17%
- Care homes, last 12 months: 1 opened, 2 closed. 5 changed owner, covering 351 beds.
- Who pays, across Buckinghamshire (estimate): 32% council, 49% self. The rest is NHS funded or other.
- Living with dementia, aged 65 and over (estimate): 7,800. Rising to 9,800 by 2035, up 26%
- People aged 85 and over: 17,000. Rising to 24,800 by 2035, up 46%
Planned and recent building work within 5 miles
- Catlips Farm Berry Lane Chorleywood Rickmansworth Hertfordshire. Application for a 66 bed care home. Submitted 9 February 2026. Decision pending. (4.6 miles away)
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What residential care in Amersham involves and what to look for
Residential care in Amersham suits older people who want the reassurance of company, prepared meals, and help with daily routines such as washing, dressing, and medication. It differs from home care in that the accommodation, personal support, and social life all sit under one roof, which can be a relief when managing at home has become tiring or unsafe. There are currently five residential care homes matching this search in Amersham, giving families a manageable shortlist to visit and compare.
Balancing quality, atmosphere, and location
Of the five homes listed, four hold a Good rating from the Care Quality Commission and one is currently rated Requires Improvement, so it is worth reading the most recent inspection report for each home before you visit. The Good-rated homes here are The Croft, Rayners Residential Care Home, Pratt House, and Southernwood, while Cheriton Care Home is the home presently rated Requires Improvement. Ratings tell only part of the story though, and the feel of a home matters just as much: notice how staff greet residents by name, whether lounges are being used, and how the home handles quieter moments in the afternoon.
Practical points to check on a visit
Ask about the ratio of staff on shift day and night, how care plans are reviewed, and what happens if a resident's needs change over time. Look at menus, activity boards, and outdoor space, and try to speak to a resident or a visiting relative if you can. Room size, ensuite facilities, and whether personal furniture is welcome are small details that shape how quickly somewhere feels like home.
Getting an assessment and arranging funding
Before a placement is agreed, most families start with a care needs assessment, which sets out what kind of support is required and how often. This is a free service arranged through Buckinghamshire Council Adult Social Care, which is the authority responsible for adult social care in Amersham. A social worker or assessor will visit, talk through daily routines, and produce a written summary that homes can then use to plan the right support.
How funding usually works
Once needs are clear, a financial assessment looks at income and savings to decide whether the council contributes towards fees, whether the resident pays privately, or whether the arrangement is a mix of the two. Residential care fees in the Amersham area typically sit above the national average, and homes will confirm their weekly rate and what it includes at enquiry stage. If savings sit below the upper capital threshold, the council may fund part or all of a placement, and a top up from family is sometimes needed if a chosen home costs more than the standard council rate.
Starting the conversation early
Even when a move is not urgent, contacting the council and touring one or two homes gives you a realistic picture of waiting lists, costs, and paperwork. Early planning makes decisions feel less pressured when circumstances change.
5 care homes in Amersham
- Southernwood · 148 Plantation Road, Amersham, Buckinghamshire, HP6 6JG
Care home · CQC Good · Run by Royal Mencap Society
We are Southernwood, a residential care home in Amersham supporting adults with a learning disability and autistic adults. The home works rather like a shared household. People have their own rooms arranged the way they want them, the rest...
Specialisms: Learning Disability / Autism, Respite Care - Pratt House · Quill Hall Lane, Amersham, Buckinghamshire, HP6 6LU
Care home · CQC Good · Run by Abbeyfield Society (The)
Pratt House is a residential care home in Amersham. We look after older people who have reached the point where managing alone has become hard work, and we also support younger adults who need residential care. Our aim is a house that...
Specialisms: Older Person Care, Younger Adults, Respite Care - Cheriton Care Home · 9 Stubbs Wood, Amersham, Buckinghamshire, HP6 6EY
Care home · CQC Requires improvement · Run by Cheriton (Amersham) Ltd
Cheriton Care Home is a residential care home in Amersham. We support older people, including people living with dementia, people managing mental health conditions, people with physical disabilities and people living with sight or hearing...
Specialisms: Older Person Care, Dementia Care, Mental Health, Physical Disability, Visual / Hearing Impairment, Respite Care - Rayners Residential Care Home · Weedon Hill, Amersham, Buckinghamshire, HP6 5UH
Care home · CQC Good · Run by Rayners (Extra Care Home) Limited
Rayners Residential Care Home is in Amersham, Buckinghamshire, caring for older people including many living with dementia. We also take respite bookings for people who need a stay of a few weeks, whether to convalesce after hospital or to...
Specialisms: Older Person Care, Dementia Care, Respite Care - The Croft · The Penningtons, Amersham, Buckinghamshire, HP6 6EJ
Care home · CQC Requires improvement · Run by Agincare (Southwark) Limited
Here at The Croft, we provide residential care for older adults in the heart of Amersham, Buckinghamshire. We are proud to have received a "Good" rating from the Care Quality Commission, which reflects the genuine commitment of everyone...
Specialisms: Older Person Care, Dementia Care, Physical Disability, Visual / Hearing Impairment, Younger Adults, Respite Care
What care costs in Buckinghamshire, per week
| Type of care | What the council pays | What self-funders are typically asked |
|---|---|---|
| Residential care Middle half of prices from 11 Buckinghamshire homes. Median £1,590. | £1,188 | £1,499 to £1,646 |
| Nursing care South East figure, because too few Buckinghamshire homes publish this price. 63 homes. Median £1,933. | £1,209 | £1,617 to £2,080 |
| Residential dementia care South East figure, because too few Buckinghamshire homes publish this price. 82 homes. Median £1,709. | Not published separately | £1,571 to £1,942 |
| Nursing dementia care South East figure, because too few Buckinghamshire homes publish this price. 37 homes. Median £2,050. | Not published separately | £1,975 to £2,226 |
Published prices are often starting prices, and come from homes that publish fees, so treat them as a guide. Ask the home for its own price. Powered by Orrery Intelligence.
Inspected most recently
- The Croft, 14 September 2026, Requires improvement
- Rayners Residential Care Home, 15 July 2026, Good
- Cheriton Care Home, 27 January 2026, Requires improvement
Longest since a report
- Southernwood, 11 March 2020, Good
- Pratt House, 9 June 2021, Good
- Cheriton Care Home, 27 January 2026, Requires improvement
Frequently asked questions about care homes in Amersham
How many care homes are there in Amersham?
Amersham has 5 CQC registered care homes: 3 Good, 2 Requires improvement. Counts come from the CQC register and are kept up to date as ratings change.
How much does a care home cost in Amersham?
Buckinghamshire Council pays an average of £1,188 a week for residential care. Self-funders are typically asked £1,499 to £1,646 a week. Middle half of prices from 11 Buckinghamshire homes. Median £1,590. Published prices are often starting prices, and come from homes that publish fees, so treat them as a guide. Ask the home for its own price.
Which care homes in Amersham were inspected most recently?
The Croft (14 September 2026), Rayners Residential Care Home (15 July 2026) and Cheriton Care Home (27 January 2026) have the most recent CQC reports.