Rated Good
by the CQC

Rated Good
by the CQC

Verulam House Care Home

A Leading Care Home in St. Albans

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Historic luxury with modern amenities

Award-winning exceptional care

A dedicated, loyal and experienced team

Verulam House Care Home, in the heart of the cathedral city of St Albans, Hertfordshire, is an oasis of calm in a busy and vibrant city.

The home provides residential, respite, palliative and nursing care in St Albans as well as physical disability and sensory impairment support.

An early 19th century Grade II listed building, Verulam House was previously the Bishop’s Palace, a school, a conference centre and even a maternity hospital during the Second World War. Beautifully converted to a care home nearly 20 years ago, both the house and grounds are steeped in history yet remain modern and accessible.

What separates Verulam House from other care homes in St Albans?

Verulam House Care Home in St Albans is regarded as one of the leading luxury nursing and residential care homes in the area. It has an extremely low turnover of staff and a dedicated and loyal team of carers.

Verulam House is an award-winning facility and has achieved the Gold Standard Framework Accreditation for palliative care. It has a five star rating from the Environmental Health & Hygiene Inspection and is rated as β€˜Good’ by the Care Quality Commission (CQC), across all five of its assessment criteria of β€˜safe’, β€˜effective’, β€˜responsive’, β€˜caring’ and β€˜well-led’.

What people say about us

Our review score
on carehome.co.uk

9.6

The home managed my wife’s medical needs…the staff could not have been more helpful. Nothing was too much trouble.

David V

Husband of Resident

8 November 2024

I feel my husband settled well and was at all times well looked after. I visited weekly and was welcomed by the friendly staff.

J H

Wife of Resident

17 May 2024

Nothing was too much trouble, both Mum and Dad were looked after with great care and all staff provided support to myself and sister.

Kim J

Daughter of Resident

12 April 2024

Verulam House has been wonderful for my brother, he was well looked after and happy. I cannot speak more highly of them.

J W

Sister of Resident

31 January 2024

My mother was treated with care and kindness. The care was wonderful. We could not have hoped for a more caring home.

Julie B

Daughter of Resident

3 November 2023

Person-centered care

At Verulam House Care Home, we place the individual at the heart of everything we do. Our person-centred approach ensures that every resident receives care tailored to their unique needs, preferences, and aspirations. We understand that no two people are the same, and we celebrate this by providing support that respects personal choices and promotes independence.

By taking the time to listen, understand, and connect, our dedicated team builds meaningful relationships with residents, enabling us to deliver care that reflects their values and priorities. Whether supporting daily routines, facilitating hobbies, or simply creating a moment of joy, our care is always shaped around the person.

High quality care

We are committed to delivering high-quality, person-centered care that meets the needs of each resident.

High-Quality Nutritious Food

Residents enjoy nutritious, home-style meals served fresh each day, with menus designed to offer both variety and comfort.

Varied activities

We have a rich schedule of activities, ensuring that there is something interesting and fun for everyone.

Friendly environment

We have a warm and welcoming environment that creates a safe and homely atmosphere for all residents.

If you’re searching for nursing homes near me or care homes in St. Albans, get in touch to discover why we are an excellent choice. To book a visit or come and meet our team contact us here or call us on 01727 853991

Updates from our Facebook page

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β˜•πŸ° Tea, Cake & Great Company! πŸ°β˜•

Yesterday we enjoyed a wonderful Tea & Cake Afternoon filled with laughter, conversation, and plenty of sweet treats! Our residents gathered together to relax, socialise, and indulge in a delicious selection of cakes and refreshments.

There’s nothing quite like sharing a cup of tea with friends, reminiscing, making new memories, and enjoying a slice (or two!) of cake. The room was full of smiles, chatter, and a lovely community spirit.

A big thank you to everyone who joined us and helped make the afternoon so special. We are already looking forward to the next one! πŸ’–

#TeaAndCake #MakingMemories #CommunitySpirit #CareHomeLife #SweetTreats #AfternoonTea #VerulamHouse #Friendship #CakeAndConversation β˜•πŸ°πŸ’•
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✨🎲 Yesterday's Scrabble Afternoon at Verulam House! 🎲✨

Yesterday, residents enjoyed a wonderful afternoon of Scrabble, bringing everyone together for friendship, laughter, and a little friendly competition. πŸ’œ

It was lovely to see residents making new friends, learning new skills, and working together to create words and score points. One of our ladies had never played Scrabble before, but with encouragement and support from the group, she soon joined in and had a fantastic time. 🌟

Activities like Scrabble are a great way to keep our minds active, build confidence, and enjoy quality time together. The room was filled with smiles, conversation, and plenty of fun throughout the afternoon.

Well done to everyone who took part. We’re already looking forward to the next game! 😊

#ScrabbleFun #MakingFriends #LearningNewSkills #KeepingMindsActive #VerulamHouse #CareHomeLife #CommunitySpirit #FunAndFriendship #NeverTooLateToLearn πŸ“šβœ¨πŸŽ²πŸ’œ
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🎻✨ What a fantastic afternoon we had at Verulam House with the incredibly talented Bhupinder Roopra! πŸŽΆπŸ’ƒπŸ•Ί

Residents, families, and staff were treated to an amazing musical performance that had everyone singing along, clapping, and even dancing. The atmosphere was truly wonderful, filled with smiles, laughter, and the joy that live music brings.

A huge thank you to @bhupinder63 for sharing such beautiful music and creating so many special memories for us all. We thoroughly enjoyed every moment and are already looking forward to welcoming him back.

If you haven't already, be sure to follow this amazing artist on YouTube and enjoy more of his fantastic performances. 🎡

We're keeping our fingers crossed that Bhupinder will return at Christmas for a festive concert! πŸŽ„βœ¨

#LiveMusic #VerulamHouse #MusicBringsPeopleTogether #SingingAndDancing #CommunitySpirit #WonderfulAfternoon #BhupinderRoopra #ChristmasConcert #MakingMemories @bhupinder63 🎻🎢❀️
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πŸŽ‚πŸŽ‰ Birthday Celebrations Galore This Week! πŸŽ‰πŸŽ‚

It's been a week full of birthdays here at Verulam House as we celebrated Anthony, Joyce, and Heather! πŸ₯³

With three special birthdays to enjoy, it's safe to say we've had cake, cake, and more cake! πŸ°πŸŽ‚πŸ§ From singing Happy Birthday to sharing laughs and making wonderful memories together, everyone had a fantastic time celebrating.

Please join us in wishing Anthony, Joyce, and Heather a very Happy Birthday. We hope your year ahead is filled with happiness, good health, and plenty more sweet treats! πŸŽˆπŸŽπŸŽ‰

#HappyBirthday #BirthdayCelebrations #CakeCakeAndMoreCake #VerulamHouse #MakingMemories #CelebrationTime #CareHomeLife #BirthdayJoy πŸŽ‚πŸ₯³πŸ°πŸŽˆ
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πŸ“£ Sherry Morning at Verulam House 🍷✨

What a lovely morning enjoyed by all at our Sherry Morning! Residents gathered together to relax, chat, and enjoy a glass of sherry in great company. There was plenty of laughter, wonderful conversations, and a warm social atmosphere throughout.

Moments like these are a fantastic way to bring everyone together, make new friendships, and create happy memories. Thank you to everyone who joined us and helped make the morning so special.

❀️ Cheers to friendship, community, and enjoying life's little pleasures!

#SherryMorning #VerulamHouse #ResidentLife #SocialActivities #GoodCompany #MakingMemories #CareHomeLife #CommunitySpirit #EnjoyingLife #FunAndFriendship 🍷πŸ₯‚πŸ˜Š
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🌸🎨 Arts & Crafts Flower Arranging in the Chapel 🌸🎨

Our Arts & Crafts flower arranging session in the chapel was blooming brilliant! 🌼🌷 Residents created some truly beautiful floral displays, showing just how much their skills and confidence have grown over time.

The creativity, teamwork, and attention to detail were amazing to see, and the finished arrangements looked absolutely stunning. We are getting so good at flower arranging that we might even be ready to take on a wedding next year! πŸ’πŸ˜‰

A wonderful afternoon filled with laughter, creativity, and plenty of floral inspiration.

#ArtsAndCrafts #FlowerArranging #CreativeAging #ChapelActivities #BeautifulBlooms #ResidentLife #MakingMemories #VerulamHouse #KeepingCreative #BloomingLovely πŸŒΈπŸ’πŸŒ·βœ¨
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Meet the manager – Neil Copping

Neil Copping brings nearly 25 years of experience in the care sector to his role as Home Manager at Verulam House in St Albans. His career began on the night shift in a dementia care home – an experience that sparked his lifelong passion for person-centred care, where individual needs, preferences, and wellbeing are central to how care is delivered.

Over the years, Neil has held a variety of roles across the care industry, including 18 years in management and time as an area manager responsible for multiple assisted living sites. He has earned a strong reputation for upholding high standards,embracing innovation, and being an inspirational team leader.

At Verulam House, Neil is focused on leading an extensive refurbishment of the lounge, dining area, and all downstairs rooms. He is also working to enhance the range of activities on offer to enrich daily life for residents.

Neil is committed to building a strong, diverse team dedicated to providing outstanding care and helping every resident live life to the fullest. He welcomes families to visit Verulam House and experience its warm and historic environment firsthand.

Our Location

We have a fantastic location in the heart of St Albans, just a short distance from Harpenden, offering the perfect balance of a peaceful setting with easy access to local amenities. Whether you’re searching for a care home in Harpenden or St Albans, Verulam House could be the ideal choice.

Find out more about Verulam House Care Home

Please don’t hesitate to contact us by clicking the button below or give us a call on 01727 853991, we will be happy to help.