Allington Court Care Home

About Us

We at Allington Court Care Home offer dedicated nursing care in the historic city of St Albans, providing a welcoming home for older people and adults with complex needs across Hertfordshire and the wider East region.

Nestled within the AL postcode area, our home benefits from the calm, community focused atmosphere that St Albans is known for, blending the convenience of city life with the gentler pace of leafy suburban surroundings. The setting offers residents and their loved ones a familiar and reassuring environment, easily reached by family members visiting from across the county and beyond.

Our care is tailored to meet a broad range of needs, with specialisms spanning older person care, nursing care, dementia care, support for adults with learning disabilities or autism, and care for younger adults. In practice, this means our team is experienced in adapting daily routines, communication styles, and clinical support to suit each individual. For families, this breadth of expertise offers peace of mind that a loved one's changing needs, whether medical, emotional, or social, can be understood and responded to within a single, consistent home.

Nursing care is at the heart of what we provide, with qualified nurses available to support residents living with long term health conditions, complex medication regimes, or the later stages of life. For those living with dementia, we focus on creating a calm, structured environment where familiarity and gentle routine help residents feel safe and valued. Younger adults and those with learning disabilities or autism are supported with person centred approaches that respect independence, choice, and personal interests.

Our most recent CQC inspection, carried out in January 2024, resulted in an overall rating of Requires Improvement. Within that inspection, we were rated Good for being Effective, Caring, and Responsive, reflecting the warmth of our team, the personalised nature of the care delivered, and the meaningful relationships built with residents and their families. The areas rated as Requires Improvement, namely Safe and Well led, are ones we take seriously, and we are committed to working openly and diligently to strengthen these aspects of our home. We believe transparency matters, and we welcome conversations with families about the steps being taken to improve.

Choosing a care home is one of the most important decisions a family can make, and we understand the care, thought, and emotion that goes into it. If you are exploring nursing or specialist care options in St Albans for someone you love, we warmly invite you to get in touch, ask questions, and discover whether Allington Court Care Home could be the right next chapter for your family.

Common questions about Allington Court Care Home

Where is Allington Court Care Home located?

Allington Court Care Home is a nursing home in St Albans, Hertfordshire, AL2 3TN. You can view its exact location and get directions from the map on this page.

What type of care does Allington Court Care Home provide?

Allington Court Care Home is registered to provide nursing and personal care, with support that includes Older person care, Dementia care, Learning disability and autism support, Younger adults care, Respite care. The full list of services is shown on this page.

What is Allington Court Care Home's CQC rating?

Allington Court Care Home is registered with and inspected by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). Its most recent overall rating is Requires Improvement following its last inspection on 19 January 2024. You can read the full CQC report from the link on this page.

Does Allington Court Care Home provide dementia care?

Yes. Allington Court Care Home supports people living with dementia. We recommend contacting the home directly to discuss your individual situation.

Does Allington Court Care Home offer respite or short-term care?

Yes. Allington Court Care Home offers respite and short-term care. Availability changes regularly, so it is best to enquire directly.

Contact Allington Court Care Home

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Care We Offer

• Older Person Care: Support with daily living for older people, from companionship to help with washing, dressing and medication.
• Dementia: Specialist support for people living with dementia, in a calm, familiar setting with trained staff.
• Learning Disability / Autism: Person-centred support that helps people with a learning disability or autism live as independently as possible.
• Younger Adults: Care designed around the needs and lifestyle of younger adults (typically 18 to 65).
• Respite Care: Short stays that give family carers a break, or help someone recover after illness or a hospital stay.
• Nursing Care: Round-the-clock care from qualified nurses for residents with medical or complex health needs.

Questions families ask about Allington Court Care Home

Answered from the CQC register where we can. 5 of these the home has not told us yet, so ask when you call.

Can Mum or Dad stay here if their dementia gets worse?

Yes. Allington Court Care Home is registered for dementia care, so someone whose needs increase can usually stay rather than move. Ask how they support people in the later stages. Source: CQC register

Is there a nurse on site if health needs change?

Yes. Allington Court Care Home is registered to provide nursing care, so registered nurses are part of the team. Source: CQC register

Can they try a short stay before deciding?

Yes. Allington Court Care Home offers respite and short stays, which is a good way to see whether the home is the right fit. Source: CQC register

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. Use our funding calculator to check what you might pay.

Do they take younger adults as well as older people?

Yes. Allington Court Care Home supports younger adults as well as older people. Source: CQC register

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.

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Regulatory Rating

Care Quality Commission (CQC) Rating

• Latest inspection: 19 January 2024
• Report published: 19 January 2024

Overall: Requires Improvement

• Safe: Requires Improvement
• Effective: Good
• Caring: Good
• Responsive: Good
• Well-led: Requires Improvement

Care Quality Commission is responsible for the registration and inspection of social care services in England.

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