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Retaining the architectural beauty from its former Municipal uses , Charing House has been converted into a high specification care home providing nursing, dementia, learning and physical disability residential and respite care. Located in Gillingham, this care home has 88 beds divided into 5 separate wings enabling a wide variety of care services to be offered. Facilities include a library, hair salon, roof garden and courtyard, sensory room, hydrotherapy room and private access to Gillingham Park. Residents are encouraged to plant their own flowers and vegetables on the raised soil beds provided. Charing House offers 3 meals a day plus refreshments and snacks with the menu changing seasonally which can be tailored to individual requirements.
Individuals with low care needs, who are either fully independent or require minimal assistance with personal care and day-to-day tasks. Residential care usually includes support with tasks like: dressing, washing, taking oral medication and hoisting.
Individuals that have been diagnosed with dementia and are no longer able to live independently at home due to requiring specialist 24-hour care services.
Individuals who require 24-hour assistance and care from qualified nurses due to medical conditions and/or personal living needs. This may include people that require intensive rehabilitative care following a stroke, or simply need support using a peg feeding tube.
Individuals that require a temporary living arrangement at a care home. Respite is also referred to as a short care home stay and may range from a few days to a couple weeks.
It is situated in Gillingham and is close to popular amenities.
The Care Quality Commission (CQC) is England's health and social care services regulator. Charing House is rated requires improvement, based on the level of care and safety at the home.
The following types of elderly care are available at this home: nursing, respite, dementia, residential.
Currently, there are 88 beds at the home.
This care home is owned and operated by Charing Healthcare.
There are a variety of health and wellness activities available at Charing House, including: Birthday & Holiday Celebrations, Baking & Cooking, Arts & Crafts.
Prices will vary from home to home, depending on the level of elderly care required. At Charing House the cost of care starts from £895 per week.
It's best to call the home directly on 01634 557959 to find out about the total cost of care for your unique needs.