Dementia care homes in Cambridgeshire
91 of the 140 care homes in Cambridgeshire are registered with the CQC as dementia care homes, of which 4 are rated Outstanding and 65 Good. A dementia care home is registered with the CQC to care for people living with dementia, with staff trained for it and a building laid out to keep residents safe and settled.
Dementia care homes in Cambridgeshire typically cost £1,625 a week, about £84,500 a year, based on 3 homes with a fee on record; the middle half charge £1,479 to £1,638. That is about 63% more than the typical residential fee in Cambridgeshire of £1,000.
A live-in carer at home, which many families weigh against dementia care home care, costs from about £1,120 a week and can look after a couple.
Ford House
Glennfield Care Home
Gracefield Nursing Home and Residential Care Home
Hallmark Arlington Manor Luxury Care Home
Hardwick Dene
Hatley Court
Heathlands House
Hill House
Hill View
Hilton Park Care Centre
Hilton Park - Oaklands
Home Close
Home Meadow
Hunters Down Care Home
Keneydon House
Laburnum Lodge
Langdon House
Lily House
Littleport Grange
Lyncroft Care Home
Maycroft Care Home
Melbourn Springs Care Home
Midfield Lodge
Typical dementia care homes fees in Cambridgeshire
Based on 91 homes in the area. Middle figure is the median; the range is the middle half of homes.
- Residential dementia care
- £1,625 a week
- Usually £1,479 to £1,638 · 3 homes with fees
Common questions
How much do dementia care homes in Cambridgeshire cost?
Dementia care homes in Cambridgeshire typically charge £1,625 a week, usually between £1,479 and £1,638. Fees depend on the room and the level of care, so ask each home for a written quote.
How many dementia care homes are there in Cambridgeshire?
91 of the 140 CQC-registered care homes in Cambridgeshire are dementia care homes. The list is refreshed from the CQC register every month.
What should I look for in a dementia care home in Cambridgeshire?
Look for staff trained in dementia care, a building that is easy to find your way around, secure gardens, a calm routine and activities built around what residents used to enjoy. Ask how the home handles distress and whether it can keep caring for someone as dementia advances, so a second move is not needed.
Will the council pay for dementia care home care in Cambridgeshire?
If your savings and assets are below £23,250 the council will assess what you can afford and may pay part or all of the fee. Ask the adult social care team at Cambridgeshire council for a needs assessment.