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Kent is one of the best places to live in the UK for elderly care seekers. It offers a combination of picturesque surroundings, market towns and a variety of highly-rated care homes.
One of the best care homes in Kent is Staplehurst Manor, which has 30 beds and provides round-the-clock nursing care from trained nurses. Temporary respite care and permanent residential care are also available at the home, which is operated by Bupa.
Every home is well-connected within the local Kent community, with residents enjoying a variety of days out. Newington Court Care Home, operated by Barchester Healthcare, is situated in the charming village of Newington, and is close to shops, cafés and restaurants to explore. This purpose-built care home offers several types of care, including specialist dementia care, residential care and nursing care.
The average weekly cost of care in Kent is over £1,100 but this exact cost will vary, depending on the level of support you need, the home you choose and the type of room you move into. Some care homes provide garden-view rooms, which may be more expensive, but are perfect for those who enjoy gardening and the outdoors!
To simplify your search, we’ve also rounded up care homes in Ashford, Canterbury and Maidstone.
Situated in the heart of Kent, Hale Place Care Home is welcoming and specialises in dementia care on a permanent or short-term basis. The care team at this ‘Outstanding’ rated home has over 30 years of experience looking after people living with dementia, including people with specific behavioural and communication challenges
Staplehurst Manor Care Home is in an idyllic location, just outside the village of Staplehurst and near lovely green spaces like Brewer’s Wood and Leggs Wood. Staplehurst Manor is aimed at people who require residential or nursing care, including those living with Parkinson’s. Here, you can enjoy state-of-the-art facilities and fun activities such as a beauty salon, a wildlife pond, woodland walks and tai chi sessions
Near the historic town of Dover, Applecroft Care Home is one of the best care homes in Kent, providing a fantastic standard of residential, nursing, dementia and respite care. A contemporary home, Applecroft boasts luxurious facilities such as spacious en-suite bedrooms, comfortable communal lounges, a cosy café and tranquil landscaped gardens
Here is some further information about care homes in Kent.
We have 1416 care homes in Kent. All our homes have been hand-picked by our team of care experts based on a number of factors, including the quality of care and the home's culture.
Care home costs vary significantly across the country. If you're looking for a care home in Kent, the average cost of care is £1,186. You may be eligible for care home funding - you can check through a care needs assessment.
Yes, every Kent care home has been given a rating by England's Care Quality Commission (CQC).
We have 31 in Kent that provide specialist, 24/7 support. All of our nursing homes in Kent offer personalised support for anyone who has a medical condition or disability that requires round-the-clock care from registered nurses in a home-from-home environment.
We have 59 care homes in Kent that offer residential care, which provides support and care for those who may find it difficult to live independently. Our residential care homes in Kent provide support for everyday tasks, including washing, mobility, and dressing.
We have 60 Kent care homes that provide round-the-clock dementia care. Those with dementia will need more care as the condition progresses, and specialist dementia care homes in Kent can provide the level of support they need.
We've rounded up the best Alzheimer's care homes across the UK - they've been handpicked by our team of care experts for their specialised care, round-the-clock support and comforting environments.
If you're looking for temporary respite care, we have 62 care homes in Kent that provide short-term stays.
Respite care homes in Kent provide relief for caregivers, offering a few weeks of support in a care home for a loved one while you recuperate. We've rounded up the best respite care homes in the UK to ease your care search.
43 Kent care homes provide palliative care for your loved one. A palliative care home aims to provide the highest level of support and comfort to every resident. End-of-life care can be an emotional experience for everyone, so our care experts will support you at every step.
Kent's Care Regulator:
Care Quality Commission