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 country. 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 ‘Good’ by the Care Quality Commission (CQC), across all five of its assessment criteria of ‘safe’, ‘effective’, ‘responsive’, ‘caring’ and ‘well-led’.
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.
Freshly-prepared meals
We pride ourselves on offering nutritious, freshly prepared meals that cater to individual dietary needs and preferences.
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 236162
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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
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Every month, we celebrate a different country and explore its culture together 🌍
January has been all about **Greece**, and our residents have been enjoying lots of Greek-themed activities—from learning traditions to having plenty of fun along the way 🇬🇷✨
By the end of the month, we’ll all know a lot more about everything Greek!
Next month, we’re excited to continue our journey as we celebrate **Chinese culture** 🧧🐉
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Today our residents enjoyed a creative jewellery-making session, designing beautiful bracelets, necklaces, and earrings inspired by Greek colours and patterns.
Lots of smiles, creativity, and teamwork — and some stunning handmade pieces to take home 💙🧿
A wonderful way to keep hands busy and minds inspired.
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The best moments are often off camera 💙
Residents and staff chatting, creating, and enjoying the process together during today’s Greek activity. #verulamhouse #voyagegreece #Greece2026 #stalbans #togetherforever #voyage #artandcraftclub #ancientlife #foryoupageシforyou
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An afternoon of stories and culture 🏺📺
Residents enjoyed watching Greek mythology as part of our Greek-themed activities. #foryoupageシforyou #verulamhouse #Greece2026 # #stalbans #togetherforever #voyage #ancientlife #voyagegreece
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Creativity took us back in time today,
Exploring Ancient Greece through creativity 🇬🇷🎭
Residents and staff worked hand in hand to design Greek masks, A beautiful mix of history, teamwork, and imagination 💙
#stalbans #foryoupageシforyou #verulamhouse #togetherforever #voyage #Greece2026 #ancientlife #artandcraftclub
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Congratulations to Mirabel who was our "colleague of the month" for December. Mirabel is a great team player and always has a smile on her face and a kind word to share with our residents. Well done Mirabel!
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