The Chase Care Centre

4 Printers Avenue, Watford WD18 7QR
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  • The Chase Care Centre, Watford
The Chase is a modern, spacious, purpose-built home located in the town of Watford in Hertfordshire. The home offers warm, personal and compassionate care to residents and is well known for its outdoor activities and encouragement in resident health and wellbeing. Offering Residential, Nursing, Respite, Dementia, Palliative and Specialist Care, The Chase is full of committed, compassionate and caring individuals with specialist knowledge to provide the very best care.

Centrally located within a walking distance from Cassiobury Park, The Chase is located close to local shops, a pharmacy and a doctor’s surgery. The home is well connected by public transport and close to major road routes such as the M25 and M1 motorways.

Daily, tailored activities are all a part of life at The Chase, with activities ranging from cinema evenings in the in-house cinema, musical bingo, pampering in the in-house hair salon to gardening and afternoon teas. The dedicated activities coordinator works round the clock to innovate and deliver outstanding activities for residents to enjoy, based on their individual interests and wishes.

The Chase is a spacious and varied home offering 110 bedrooms that are able to be personalised with residents' own treasured belongings and furnishings. Bedrooms are freshly and tastefully decorated and are ready-furnished for residents to make their own. The home also offers various communal spaces such as smaller dining rooms, group activity spaces, chatty living rooms and quieter seating areas across the home for those who enjoy their own company.

The Chase has an excellent management team and are committed to delivering excellent care for each and every individual. The home is also well regarded in the wider community as a result of community outreach projects and activities.

Care Provided by The Chase Care Centre

  • Primary Care Categories
  • Dementia
  • Eating Disorders
  • Learning Disability
  • Mental Health Condition
  • Older Person Care
  • Physical Disability
  • Respite Care
  • Sensory Impairment
  • Care Types Provided
  • Dementia Nursing Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Nursing Care
  • Residential Care
  • For a maximum of 110 Service Users
  • Privately Owned
  • Care Offered
  • AIDS/HIV
  • Alzheimer's
  • Bipolar/Manic Depression
  • Cancer Care
  • Cerebral Palsy
  • Challenging Behaviour/Psychosis
  • Colitis & Crohn's Disease
  • Down Syndrome
  • Epilepsy
  • Head/Brain Injury
  • Hearing Impairment
  • Korsakoff Syndrome
  • Motor Neurone Disease
  • Multiple Sclerosis
  • Muscular Dystrophy
  • Orthopaedic
  • Parkinson's Disease
  • Prader-Willi Syndrome
  • Spina Bifida & Hydrocephalus
  • Stroke
  • Visual Impairment
  • Other Care Provided
  • Convalescent Care
  • End of Life Care
  • Palliative Care
  • Physiotherapy

Good to Know

  • Person in charge
  • Ana Ciobotaru (Home Manager)
  • Admission Criteria
    • Ages 65+
  • Room Information
    • Single Rooms (110)
    • Single Rooms with ensuite Wet Room (24)
  • Care Home Design/Build
    • Purpose Built: Yes

Funding & Fees Guide for The Chase Care Centre

  • Funding Types Accepted
  • Self funding (Private)
  • Local Authority with Top-Up
  • Local Authority
  • NHS Continuing Healthcare (CHC) Funding
  • Weekly Charges per Person
    • Self-Funded Residential Care from £1,550
    • Self-Funded Nursing Care from £1,550
    • Self-Funded Nursing Dementia Care from £1,550
    • RESPITE Self-Funded Residential Dementia Care from £1,600
    • RESPITE Self-Funded Nursing Care from £1,600
    • RESPITE Self-Funded Nursing Dementia Care from £1,600
  • (these prices are only a guideline, please contact The Chase Care Centre to find out the exact price for your requirements)

Facilities

  • Close to Local shops
  • Gardens
  • Lift
  • Near Public Transport
  • Residents Internet Access
  • Television point in own room
  • Wheelchair Access
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The Chase Care Centre has a Review Score of 9.6 (9.634) out of 10, based on 35 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time The Chase Care Centre has 129 reviews.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

A warm welcome with a true understanding from the minute you arrive at reception. The staff at reception were very friendly and professional. The management, staff and nurses, the entire team on the Mayger Ward, were wonderful from the outset. There appeared to be a good understanding between them and
they worked well as a team, whilst having to do multiple jobs around the ward to ensure that it ran properly. My father had very few needs in his short stay but they were met to the highest standard. From the nurses and doctors who did the medicines and told me of Dad's passing, to the nurses who changed, bathed and washed Dad, to the cleaners, to maintenance, and everyone on the Mayger Unit, I thank you!

Reply from Ana Ciobotaru, Manager at The Chase Care Centre

Thank you for your review. We value all feedback as this helps us to improve our service where required. Thank you also for your positive comments regarding our home and team who work hard to deliver high standards of quality care at all times. I will pass on your feedback to the team.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My experience with the care home is one of admiration. They provided excellent care for my father, particularly in his final weeks, ensuring his comfort and support for my family. They treated my father with dignity and consistently demonstrated kindness and compassion. Every single staff member displayed
empathy, which was deeply appreciated. His room was always clean and tidy with enough space for his bed, television and personal belongings. The lounge offered a welcoming environment for residents to socialise and watch TV together. We are deeply grateful for everything the care home did for my father and are thankful that he received such attentive care in the last year of his life.

Reply from Ana Ciobotaru, Manager at The Chase Care Centre

Thank you for your lovely feedback, everyone at The Chase makes it a priority to ensure all of our residents, family, friends and guests are made to feel at home. We are pleased that we were able to be of assistance to you and your father during this difficult time.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Hi, it was brought to my attention yesterday that I voted for my nurse to be employee of the month, I forgot the wonderful carers and the job they do, in fact all the carers in the home, I can talk to them, anything that is needed I'm attended to so a massive thank you, you mean the world to me, wouldn't
have got through without you, love you all.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Excellent service.
Very caring. 1.1. Staff always smiling, good genuine care.
Here patient interests are right at the front.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

A pleasant environment enjoyed by visitors, the staff endeavour to do their best for an aging population. They meet the challenges daily in sometimes difficult circumstances. Problems come and go - well done.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My Uncle was suffering from cancer of the bladder and was in palliative care when he was released from hospital and brought to The Chase. He stayed at The Chase for only 3 weeks and passed away on New Year's Day 2025. My family and I were impressed with all the care and dedication shown and their professionalism.
We were allowed to visit almost at any time we wished, there was car parking facilities, and the GP service was just opposite the nursing home, as was the hospital. A doctor was visiting the home every Monday. The food was very good and because my Uncle had problems swallowing his food, it was blended for him. The room had its own toilet and was large. All in all excellent place and service.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Having been in two other homes previously, The Chase is the only place that my mother has felt comfortable, happy and like a home. The level of care my mother has received has had a marked improvement on her quality of life. I have recommended the home to someone I know whose father has Parkinson's
and dementia. Since being here I feel I don't need to worry about my mother's day-to-day care.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I am very happy with the care my mother receives at The Chase. The staff are friendly, helpful and caring. Since moving into The Chase my mother seems to have her smile back. When I visit, she seems happy and comfortable. I live nearly 200 miles away and it is a great comfort to me to know that she
is being well cared for.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

Thank you for all the help and support over the past two years keeping us informed about Mum's care. The home has always been clean and tidy, and the staff caring.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My elderly mum came to stay at The Chase on the 6th of December. She has been welcomed and well cared for and has been kept busy with many different activities. She is settling in gradually and I am pleased and relieved that she is joining in well where she can. It will take time for her to recognise
this is her 'new home' but she seems happy enough.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I recently wrote a review about the amazing care my husband received in The Chase. My husband passed away and although truly upsetting I could not have asked for a more peaceful and respectful passing. I was with my husband at the end and all the staff made sure we were both comfortable and well cared
for. The staff treated my husband with pure respect after his passing and ensured I was alright and understood everything, nothing was rushed and absolutely nothing was too much trouble. The staff are like family and I will miss their wonderful care, concern and respect.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

It was my mum's 90th birthday. Mum had a great day, with all the staff helping out, with a cake and a sing-along, Happy Birthday. The staff are great and, especially the two meet-and-greet girls on reception, are always there to help.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Our experience at The Chase Care Centre is, I am glad and happy to say, a very happy and positive one.
The care my mum has experienced is excellent and holistic. Although she is limited because of her dementia, she is included in the various activity programmes. The carers encourage her to keep well
nourished which is not easy. They are kind and considerate, not only to Mum but also to our family, and the nurses on Van Gough unit keep us updated and informed of any changes in her care.

Reply from Ana Ciobotaru, Manager at The Chase Care Centre

Thank you for your review. It is very kind of you for complimenting our team at The Chase. I will share your comments with the team.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I would just like to say how lovely the staff at The Chase Care Centre are.
My dad was a resident for his end-of-life care and I can't state enough how amazing the staff and carers were towards him. They treated him with respect and dignity right to the end. Even shaving him the day before he passed
and making sure he had clean clothes daily - thank you.

Reply from Ana Ciobotaru, Manager at The Chase Care Centre

Thank you for your review. We are very happy to see how much you all appreciate what we offer at The Chase. It was our privilege to care for such a nice gentleman at this time of life. He was so interesting and on his good days, he enjoyed what The Chase had to offer. It was sad to say goodbye to you all but I will share your lovely compliments with the staff. Thank you once again.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

The best thing about this place is the food which is excellent and the staff are really nice also the good thing about this place is that it is really tidy and clean.
Overall it is a very good place. When I had a stroke and I was shifted to the hospital after that I went to a place where I stayed for
a few days and then I came to this place and it's been a year now so it feels like home and it is away from town so it is quiet and peaceful and I am happy here so I don't want to go elsewhere and stay here.

Reply from Ana Ciobotaru, Manager at The Chase Care Centre

Thank you very much for your kind review. It is so nice to be appreciated. It is very good for us to see you enjoy your stay at The Chase. We do our best and comments like yours are very encouraging to us and will reassure other relatives or residents. Thank you.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

The staff have been really supportive and kept us informed at every stage of his care. Dad has always been made to feel comfortable, cared for and treated with dignity and respect.
Thank you for all you have done to make his final months more comfortable. We appreciate all you have done at a very challenging
time for us all.

Reply from Ana Ciobotaru, Manager at The Chase Care Centre

Thank you. We appreciate your kind comments. It is always reassuring to have an endorsement like this for relatives who are looking for care. Your comments motivate our team when we receive such kind reviews. Thank you for taking the time to let us know your thoughts, especially during this difficult period.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

During my husband's stay at The Chase Care Home I know I could go home and he would be very well looked after. I feel the entertainment staff do an excellent Job. I have found all staff are very easy to talk to and do make me feel very comfortable when visiting my husband. Keep up the good work.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

After nearly dying in the local hospital, Mum came to The Chase Care Home and although she has dementia - her overall health and well-being has improved massively. She is happy and very well cared for by the amazing staff here!

Reply from Ana Ciobotaru, Manager at The Chase Care Centre

Thank you for your very kind review. It is always motivating and very appreciated by the staff when we receive such kind reviews. Thank you for taking the time to let us know your thoughts. This is what person-centred care is all about, transforming someone's life, and having such good results in your mum's well-being.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Our family has been most pleased at the way our family member has been treated in The Chase, and are most grateful to each and every person who has treated my husband, from the activities team to maintanence crew, all dealt with care and dignity. We shall miss all the carers and their friendly help.
With all our best wishes.

Reply from Ana Ciobotaru, Manager at The Chase Care Centre

Thank you so much for taking the time to leave us this lovely review, it is lovely to hear how well the experience has gone for you. I look forward to sharing this review with the team in the home. Thank you.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

The Chase Care Centre in Watford is a very good place for people with dementia like my husband. Is a well-run place with all staff who really care for the residents. My husband has been in The Chase for more than 3 years and he seems to be happy and well looked after. The staff is very approachable
and respond quickly if I have any queries. The food looks and smells very tasty and my husband enjoys every single meal. I trust their assessments and if there is a medical problem, my husband has GP appointment organised very quickly. Thank you very much The Chase.

Reply from Ana Ciobotaru, Manager at The Chase Care Centre

Thank you for your kind feedback, we at The Chase love to hear that our residents, family and friends are happy and feel secure in the knowledge that your loved ones are being looked after with care and respect. It's a team effort, and we love what we do!


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Current Review Score: 9.6 (9.634)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.6 (9.634) out of 10 for The Chase Care Centre is based on a) the Average Rating and b) the number of positive Reviews.

  • a) The Average Rating is 4.6 out of 5 from 35 Reviews in the last 24 months.

  • b) The score for the number of positive Reviews is 5.0 out of 5 from 34 positive Reviews in the last 24 months.

Detailed Breakdown of Review Score

The maximum Review Score for a Care Home is 10, which is made up from the Average Rating of Reviews (maximum of 5 points) and the Number of Reviews (maximum of 5 points) in the last 24 months:

  • a) 5 Points are available for the Average Rating from all Reviews in the last 24 months.

    The Average Rating of 4.634 for The Chase Care Centre is calculated as follows: ( (269 Excellents x 5) + (127 Goods x 4) + (11 Satisfactorys x 3) ) ÷ 407 Ratings = 4.634

  • b) 5 Points are available for the number of Positive Reviews in the last 24 months. A Positive Review is defined as any Review with an 'Overall Experience' of '4' or '5' (out of a max rating '5').

    The 5 Points relating to the number of positive Reviews for The Chase Care Centre is based on 34 positive Reviews in the last 24 months and is calculated as per below:

    The 5 points available are broken down as follows:

    • i) 4 points are available for the first 10 Positive Reviews in the last 24 months; 3 points for the first Positive Review, and then 0.125 Points for each of the next four Positive Reviews and then 0.1 Points for the next five Positive Reviews. (1st = 3.000, 2nd = 0.125, 3rd = 0.125, 4th = 0.125, 5th = 0.125, 6th = 0.100, 7th = 0.100, 8th = 0.100, 9th = 0.100, 10th = 0.100) 3 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.1 + 0.1 + 0.1 + 0.1 + 0.1 = 4

    • ii) 1 point is available for the number of Positive Reviews reaching 20% of the registered maximum number of service users in the last 24 months. If this number is partially reached, then that proportion of 1 point is given. eg a Care Home registered for a maximum of 50 service users has to reach 10 Positive Reviews to receive 1 point, if it has 7 reviews it will receive 0.7 points. 20% of the 110 registered maximum number of service users is 22, which has been reached with 34 Positive reviews. Points = 1

  • When a Review is submitted by someone who has previously submitted a Review, only the latest Review will count towards the Review Score.

  • If a Care Home does not have a review in the last 24 months, then it will not have a Review Score.

Performance

Care Quality Commission (CQC) Rating

Date: 9 Sep 2021

Overall
Good

  • Caring

    Good
  • Effective

    Good
  • Responsive

    Good
  • Safe

    Good
  • Well-led

    Good

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

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Meet the Team (5)

Ana

Ana Ciobotaru

Job Title: Home Manager

Joined: 2024

I love listening to residents' incredible stories and helping them, which makes my role deeply fulfilling. I enrich their lives by offering security, friendly relationships, and meaningful activities. Graduating in Nursing in 2007, I completed Level 5 Management and Leadership in 2015, with 10 years of management experience.


Karen

Karen Valles

Job Title: Deputy Manager

“Our door is open - if there is a question, staff, relatives and residents can come and talk to us. We are always there to listen.”


Vanessa

Vanessa Atkinson

Job Title: Lead Administrator

“I am from a care home background and administration. The vacancy came up for lead administrator and I took this opportunity to combine my experience and skills. I enjoy all the tasks that I carry out as I know that this ties in with making a difference and supporting our residents who are vulnerable people that require support.”


Nazanin

Nazanin Maanikhah

Job Title: Activities Co-ordinator

“I wanted to work in a large care home environment because it provides opportunities for me to expand my knowledge with training and by working alongside experts. My favourite part of my day is being able to make people happy.”


Densel

Densel Jacques

Job Title: Kitchen Manager

“I wanted to work at The Chase as I am passionate about achieving results and enjoy a challenge. To be good in my role I think someone needs to have dedication, patience, willingness to learn new things, a team player, and to be able to achieve results and multi-task.”


Frequently Asked Questions about The Chase Care Centre

What types of Care is The Chase Care Centre registered for?

Older Person Care, Dementia, Respite Care, Eating Disorders, Learning Disability, Mental Health Condition, Physical Disability & Sensory Impairment are the registered (by the Care Quality Commission) categories of Care.

What additional types of Care does The Chase Care Centre provide?

Palliative Care, Convalescent Care, Physiotherapy & End of Life Care are other types of care provided.

How many Rooms does The Chase Care Centre have?

There are 110 Single Rooms.

What are the Facilities & Services at The Chase Care Centre?

Close to Local shops, Near Public Transport, Lift, Wheelchair Access, Gardens, Television point in own room & Residents Internet Access are some of the Facilities & Services.

How far is The Chase Care Centre to the centre of Watford?

1.2 mile(s) as the crow flies, distance by road may be significantly further.