Your guide to the best care homes around Gillingham, Kent.
Fern Brook Lodge, a recently-refurbished Care South home, offers exceptional residential and dementia care in Gillingham, north Dorset.
From
£1,295
per week
Castle Lodge, operated by Country Court, is nestled in the charming village of Mere, Wiltshire, offering a harmonious blend of modern living and homely comfort.
From
£1,700
per week
Located in Gillingham, Admiralty Care Home, operated by Agincare, offers residential and dementia care.
From
£1,200
per week
Situated near the historic city of Rochester, Friston House is a modern, purpose-built care home that provides a range of specialist care to those in need, including residential, respite, dementia and nursing care.
From
£1,624
per week
Part of the Belmont Healthcare group, Copper Beeches Care Home in Borstal, Kent is a family-friendly purpose-built home offering specialist nursing, dementia and respite care.
From
£1,200
per week
Placed on the outskirts of Sittingbourne in the charming village of Newington, Newington Court is a welcoming care home that provides expert residential, respite, nursing and dementia care to those in need.
From
£1,899
per week
Nestled in the historic town of Maidstone, Cavell Park is a luxurious sanctuary for the elderly, offering expert residential, dementia, and respite care.
From
£1,845
per week
Lake View Lodge, managed by Oyster Care Home, is a modern care home located in the tranquil village of Halling, Kent.
From
£1,550
per week
Located in a quiet residential area of Sittingbourne in Kent, Elvy Court is a friendly and high-quality nursing home providing dementia care, respite care, residential care and nursing care.
From
£1,450
per week
Appleton Lodge, managed by Eleanor Healthcare Group, is situated in the picturesque village of Aylesford, Kent, within the RBLI Village.
From
£1,950
per week
Bradbury House, managed by Eleanor Healthcare Group in Aylesford, Kent, provides a compassionate environment for those in need of dementia, nursing, residential, respite, and palliative care.
From
£1,716
per week
From
£1,600
per week
Rose Water Place is a brand new, purpose-built care home in Maidstone, offering exceptional 24-hour residential care in a warm and friendly environment.
From
£1,682
per week
The charming market town of Northfleet is home Wombwell Hall, a 112 bed care home set within tranquil tree canopied surroundings offering expert nursing and palliative care.
From
£1,300
per week
Oakdene Rest Home, managed by Sohal Healthcare in Minster-On-Sea, Sheerness, is a welcoming care home dedicated to providing quality care for the elderly.
From
£1,149
per week
With excellent transport connections, care seekers living in a Gillingham care home will have no trouble exploring popular locations across Kent, including the best care homes in Maidstone, Chatham, and Rochester.
In Gillingham, you’ll find state-of-the-art dementia care homes and nursing homes - both of which will provide your loved one with 24/7 support from trained medical professionals. We also list residential care homes that will assist your loved one with daily personal hygiene tasks such as washing and getting dressed.
Every Gillingham care home is rated by the Care Quality Commission (CQC), with many boasting ‘Outstanding’ or ‘Good’ ratings, such as Friston House. This home is packed with top-notch facilities, including a communal dining area, idyllic gardens and a beauty salon. It also contains an activity room, where a dedicated activity coordinator will organise various meaningful activities for all residents to take part in.
Check out our helpful listings above for additional information, including weekly care home costs and whether bedrooms include en-suite facilities.
You can also speak to our knowledgeable care experts for tailored support.
Customer Care Lead
Hannah has several years of experience within the care sector and has received training from Integrated Care Board (ICB) leads, the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) , and the Society of Later Life Advisers (SOLLA). Hannah also has an NHS Care Certificate.
Here is some further information about care homes in Gillingham, Kent.
How many care homes are there in Gillingham, Kent?
We have 160 care homes in Gillingham, Kent. Our team of Care Experts hand-picks all our homes based on several factors, including the quality of care, facilities, and the home's culture.
What is the average cost of care in Gillingham, Kent?
Care home costs vary significantly across Gillingham, Kent. The average cost of care in Gillingham, Kent is £1,544 per week.
You could be eligible for care funding support in England from your local authority - you can check through a free financial assessment, which immediately follows a care needs assessment. You may also qualify for a form of NHS support, such as NHS continuing healthcare.
What's included in the weekly cost of a care home in Gillingham, Kent?
Typically, the weekly cost of a care home includes accommodation, the care itself, access to facilities, meals and snacks, housekeeping, social activities, and 24/7 support from carers and other staff members.
Additional extras in Gillingham, Kent may include hairdressing, chiropody, physiotherapy, other forms of therapy, trips out, and specialist equipment.
What factors affect Gillingham, Kent care home fees?
In Gillingham, Kent, care home fees vary based on factors such as the type of care needed (with nursing care costing more than residential care), the facilities and activities available, room size and other features, and the staff-to-resident ratio.
Homes in more central areas may be more expensive due to higher property and carer costs.
Are all care homes in Gillingham, Kent regulated by the Care Quality Commission (CQC)?
Yes, every Gillingham, Kent care home has been given a rating by England's Care Quality Commission (CQC).
The CQC checks care homes to ensure they're safe and well-run. They regularly conduct inspections and publish reports to help care-seekers make the right choice.
Gillingham, Kent's Care Regulator:
Care Quality Commission
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