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Forest Dene Residential Care Home in Wanstead, East London
Located in a pleasant and leafy residential area of Wanstead in East London, Forest Dene Residential Care Home is one of Sanctuary Care’s not-for-profit care homes. Just a short walk from the main High Street are coffee shops, restaurants and local amenities.
Set close to Wanstead Park and within easy reach of the beautiful Epping Forest, the home offers a calm and welcoming environment that feels like a peaceful retreat from the bustle of London. Our caring staff provide round‑the‑clock support, delivering residential care, dementia care and respite care, with a strong focus on dignity, kindness and individual wellbeing.
To enquire about our residential care home in Wanstead, call our friendly team freephone on 0208 989 2311.
A welcoming and supportive care home in Wanstead
At Forest Dene Care Home, the most important part of the home is the people. When families speak about their loved ones’ experiences, they consistently highlight our dedicated team, many of whom have worked here for years and take real pride in enriching the lives of our residents.
Our experienced care team provides trusted, professional support 24 hours a day, offering reassurance not only to residents but also to those closest to them. It is this compassion, continuity and commitment that sets Forest Dene apart from other care homes in Wanstead and across East London.
Engaging experiences at Forest Dene
With a dedicated Experiences Coordinator, there is always plenty going on at Forest Dene Care Home in Wanstead. Our programme of activities is designed to stimulate, entertain and support residents’ physical, emotional and social wellbeing.
Regular experiences include:
- Gentle exercise sessions full of energy and laughter
- Visits from local pre-school children for singing, reading and arts and crafts
- Music therapy sessions with a local group called Smile
- Bingo sessions, games and friendly chats with our loyal volunteers
For quieter moments, residents can enjoy using the home computer to make video calls, browse the internet or stay connected with family and friends.
Forest Dene also shares a minibus with another local Sanctuary Care home, enabling residents to enjoy regular outings. Popular destinations include Valentine’s Park in nearby Redbridge and visits to Wellgate Community Farm, where residents love meeting the animals.
Paying for Care at Forest Dene
We understand that paying for care can feel complex. Our experienced advisers in the Care Enquiry Hub are on hand to explain funding options clearly and to help you understand what financial support may be available.
If you would like to speak with the Care Enquiry Hub, please call 0800 046 4829. We can also arrange an in‑person visit or a virtual tour, allowing you to explore Forest Dene Residential Care Home in a way that suits you.
Pricing information
It is usual for residents in care homes to contribute towards the cost of their care. Some people are able to self‑fund, while others may make means‑tested contributions.
Fees at Forest Dene are individual to each resident and are confirmed following a pre‑admission assessment to understand care needs and the level of support required.
Forest Dene Residential Care Home – Weekly Charges per Person (2026)
| Self-Funder Residential Care | From £1519* |
*Fees may be approximately 30% higher depending on care needs and room type.
Speak to our Wanstead Care Home Team
If you would like to learn more about life at Forest Dene Residential Care home, arrange a visit, or discuss care options, our team would be delighted to help. We invite you to join us for a cup of tea and a chat with our residents and staff, so you can see for yourself what life is like at Forest Dene.
If you are exploring care homes in Wanstead or East London, our team would be delighted to help you learn more.
📞 Call us on freephone 0208 989 2311 or complete our online enquiry form below.
CQC Inspection
Resident Satisfaction Score
99.00%
Based on a survey completed in September 2025 by our residents and their loved ones.
Facilities at this home
Accommodation
- Dining room
- Hairdressing salon
- Lounges
- Wheelchair accessible garden
- Wifi
Activities
- Day trips
- Gardening
- IT skills
- Light exercise
- Minibus
- Quizzes
Care and support
- Chiropody
- Hairdressing
- Home cooked meals
- Physiotherapy
- Respite Care
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FAQs
FAQs
How many bedrooms are there at Forest Dene?
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Our Forest Dene Care Home offers 38 bedrooms, ensuring a warm and supportive environment for all our residents.
What types of care do you provide at your Care Home in Westminster?
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Our Care Home in Wanstead provides a range of care including; Residential Care, Dementia Care and Respite Care.
What facilities does the home in Wanstead have?
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Our Wanstead home features inviting dining areas, welcoming communal lounges, beautiful accessible gardens to enjoy and a fully equipped hairdressing salon for residents too.
How do I make an enquiry for care at Forest Dene Residential Care Home?
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Our friendly Enquiry Support Team are always here to help. You can call our dedicated team on 0208 989 2311 or fill out a form at the bottom of this page and our team will be in touch soon.
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Where to find us
48 Hermon Hill, Wanstead, London, E11 2APTravelling to see us? View home on Google Maps
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Stories from the home
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Take a tour
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Five-star review
Loved ones leave glowing reviews on carehome.co.uk including: “The staff are excellent. The home is exceptional.”
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A dedicated activities person
A timetable of inspiring and fulfilling activities are delivered here, enriching the lives of residents every single day.
