St Andrew's Healthcare - 17 The Avenue

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Here at St Andrew's Healthcare on The Avenue in Northampton, we provide nursing home care for people with a wide range of needs, and we take genuine pride in the community we have built together with our residents, their families and our staff.

We support older adults, younger adults, and people living with learning disabilities or autism, mental health conditions, and visual or hearing impairments. We also offer respite care for those who need a short term stay, whether that is to give a family carer some breathing space or to help someone recover and regain confidence before returning home. Whatever brings someone to us, we aim to make sure they feel welcome and properly looked after from the moment they arrive.

Our nursing team is at the heart of what we do. Having qualified nurses on site around the clock means that residents with complex or changing health needs receive timely, attentive care without the uncertainty that can come with other care settings. We work closely with GPs, specialists and allied health professionals to make sure each person's care plan reflects who they are and what they actually need, not just a list of conditions.

We were recently assessed by the Care Quality Commission and rated as good across our service, which means a great deal to us. It reflects the effort our whole team puts in every day, and we use every inspection and piece of feedback as an opportunity to keep improving.

Life here is about more than clinical care. We want residents to feel at home, to maintain relationships that matter to them, and to have a say in how their days are shaped. Families are always welcome, and we encourage open conversations so that everyone involved feels informed and included. If you would like to find out more, please do get in touch with us directly.

Common questions about St Andrew's Healthcare - 17 The Avenue

Where is St Andrew's Healthcare - 17 The Avenue located?

St Andrew's Healthcare - 17 The Avenue is a nursing home in Northampton, West Northamptonshire, NN1 5BT. You can view its exact location and get directions from the map on this page.

What type of care does St Andrew's Healthcare - 17 The Avenue provide?

St Andrew's Healthcare - 17 The Avenue is registered to provide nursing and personal care, with support that includes Older person care, Mental health care, Learning disability and autism support, Sensory impairment support, Younger adults care, Respite care. The full list of services is shown on this page.

What is St Andrew's Healthcare - 17 The Avenue's CQC rating?

St Andrew's Healthcare - 17 The Avenue is registered with and inspected by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). Its most recent overall rating is Good following its last inspection on 1 October 2025. You can read the full CQC report from the link on this page.

Does St Andrew's Healthcare - 17 The Avenue offer respite or short-term care?

Yes. St Andrew's Healthcare - 17 The Avenue offers respite and short-term care. Availability changes regularly, so it is best to enquire directly.

Contact St Andrew's Healthcare - 17 The Avenue

Phone the home directly, or send an enquiry and we will pass it on.

Care We Offer

  • Older Person Care: Support with daily living for older people, from companionship to help with washing, dressing and medication.
  • Learning Disability / Autism: Person-centred support that helps people with a learning disability or autism live as independently as possible.
  • Mental Health: Support for people managing a mental health condition, with routines that promote stability and wellbeing.
  • Visual / Hearing Impairment: Tailored support and adaptations for residents living with sight or hearing loss.
  • 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 St Andrew's Healthcare - 17 The Avenue

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?

No. St Andrew's Healthcare - 17 The Avenue is not listed for dementia care on the CQC register. If dementia is likely, choose a home that is, so a second move is not needed later. Source: CQC register

Is there a nurse on site if health needs change?

Yes. St Andrew's Healthcare - 17 The Avenue 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. St Andrew's Healthcare - 17 The Avenue 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. St Andrew's Healthcare - 17 The Avenue 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: 1 October 2025
  • Report published: 1 October 2025

Overall: Good

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

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

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Ratings are as published by the CQC and may not reflect the current position of the service.

Typical weekly fees in the East Midlands

St Andrew's Healthcare - 17 The Avenue has not published its fees yet. These are typical weekly fees for the East Midlands, so you know roughly what to expect before you call.

Indicative figures for the East Midlands, not a quote from St Andrew's Healthcare - 17 The Avenue. Actual fees depend on the room, the level of care and how it is funded.

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