Rooms Available
Oak Lodge
Oak Lodge Care Home, Chard, TA20 2HNCQC Rating Good
Care available
From
£1,250
per week
ResidentialNursingDementiaRespiteConvalescentPalliative
Care Homes in Chard
Your guide to the best care homes around Chard.
Care Homes in Chard
Opening October 2025Gillingham Grange
Gillingham Grange, Chard, TA20 1BECQC Rating Not yet inspected
Gillingham Grange, operated by Oyster Care Homes, is a premier care home located near Chard, Somerset.
Care availableFrom
£1,500
per week
ResidentialDementiaRespiteConvalescentPalliative
Near Chard
Rooms Available
Silverleigh
Silver St, Axminster, EX13 5AFCQC Rating Outstanding6.51 miles from centreSilverleigh Nursing Home is situated in the heart of Axminster, Devon, offering exceptional care services.
Care availableFrom
£1,450
per week
ResidentialNursingDementiaRespiteConvalescentMental healthPalliativePhysiotherapy
Rooms Available
Beauchamp House
Village Rd, Taunton, TA3 6SGCQC Rating Good7.54 miles from centre
Beauchamp House, an elegant Care South home near Taunton, offers exceptional residential and nursing care.
Care availableFrom
£1,400
per week
ResidentialNursingRespiteMental health
Rooms AvailableBurnworthy House
South St, South Petherton, TA13 5ADCQC Rating Good8.66 miles from centre
Burnworthy House, managed by Somerset Care and situated in the charming area of South Petherton, offers a welcoming environment for individuals seeking residential, dementia, nursing, and respite care.
Care availableFrom
£1,330
per week
ResidentialDementiaRespite
Rooms AvailableHill House
Dunkeswell Road, Honiton, EX14 4UQCQC Rating Good10.49 miles from centre
Hill House, managed by Abbeyfield Living Society, is situated in the picturesque Blackdown Hills, providing an idyllic retreat in Devon.
Care availableFrom
£1,351
per week
ResidentialDementiaRespitePalliative
Rooms AvailableCalway House
Calway Rd, Taunton, TA1 3EQCQC Rating Good10.70 miles from centreCalway House, managed by Somerset Care, is located in the charming area of Taunton.
Care availableFrom
£1,750
per week
ResidentialNursingDementiaRespite
Rooms AvailableMoorhaven
Normandy Dr, Taunton, TA1 2JTCQC Rating Good10.98 miles from centreMoorhaven, operated by Somerset Care in Taunton, provides a welcoming environment for those seeking residential, dementia, and respite care.
Care availableFrom
£1,330
per week
ResidentialDementiaRespite
Rooms AvailableLavender Court
Roman Rd, Taunton, TA1 2BDCQC Rating Good11.35 miles from centreLavender Court, managed by Somerset Care in the charming locale of Taunton, offers a welcoming environment for those seeking residential, dementia, and respite care.
Care availableFrom
£1,590
per week
ResidentialNursingDementiaRespiteConvalescentPalliative
Rooms AvailableThornfield
87 Scalwell Ln, Seaton, EX12 2STCQC Rating Outstanding11.74 miles from centreThornfield Care Home is situated on the edge of Seaton, a picturesque seaside town along the Jurassic Coast.
Care availableFrom
£1,100
per week
ResidentialDementiaRespiteConvalescent
Rooms AvailableLa Fontana
Foldhill Lane, Martock, TA12 6PQCQC Rating Good11.79 miles from centreLa Fontana, an independently managed care home in Martock, provides a welcoming environment for individuals seeking residential, dementia, nursing, and respite care.
Care availableFrom
£1,380
per week
ResidentialNursingDementiaRespiteMental healthPalliative
Rooms AvailableGittisham Hill House
Gittisham Hill House, Honiton, EX14 3TYCQC Rating Good12.13 miles from centre
Gittisham Hill House, part of the HC-One family of care homes in Honiton, Devon, provides residential, nursing, and dementia care within the picturesque surroundings of Gittisham Hill Park.
Care availableFrom
£1,100
per week
ResidentialNursingDementiaRespiteConvalescentPalliative
Rooms AvailableImmacolata House
Portway, Langport, TA10 0NQCQC Rating Good12.40 miles from centreImmacolata House, an independently managed care home in Langport, Somerset, offers a luxurious blend of high-quality care and serene countryside living.
Care availableFrom
£1,400
per week
ResidentialNursingDementiaRespiteConvalescentPalliative
Rooms AvailableBarchester Healthcare The Manor
Haydon Cl, Taunton, TA1 5HFCQC Rating Good12.37 miles from centre
The Manor Care Home is a recently refurbished care home in Taunton, Somerset, that provides personalised nursing, residential, dementia and respite care to the elderly.
Care availableFrom
£1,839
per week
ResidentialNursingDementiaRespiteConvalescentPalliativePhysiotherapy
Rooms AvailableThe Check House
61 Beer Road, Seaton, EX12 2PRCQC Rating Outstanding12.67 miles from centreThe Check House is a distinguished care home situated in Seaton, Devon, offering a variety of care services, including dementia, nursing, respite, and day care.
Care availableFrom
£1,550
per week
ResidentialNursingDementiaRespiteConvalescentMental healthPalliativePhysiotherapy
Your Trusted Guide To Care Homes in Chard
The small town of Chard in Somerset is home to a range of care homes which support older adults with everyday tasks, including residential care homes in Chard that assist with tasks like washing and dressing on a daily basis. There are also convalescent care homes and respite care homes in Chard, for when your loved one needs temporary support in a home-from-home setting. Care homes in Chard provide plenty of fun activities for all their residents. These vary from home to home, but often include things like painting, baking and cooking, gardening and book clubs.
Best care homes in Chard
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Oak Lodge Care Home is recognised as one of the best care homes in Chard, Somerset. This Harbour Healthcare home offers a range of care services, including residential, nursing, dementia, and respite care. With a 'Good' rating from the CQC, it provides personalised care in a warm setting. Residents enjoy beautifully decorated bedrooms, cosy lounges, and landscaped gardens. A dedicated activities team organises diverse activities, from sing-a-longs to trips out of the home, ensuring there's something for everyone
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Sunnymeade Care Home in Chard provides exceptional residential, dementia, and respite care. Rated 'Good' by the CQC, this welcoming home features 50 bedrooms, many with en-suite facilities and direct access to the lovely gardens. The home is split into five ground-floor areas, each with its own lounge, dining room, and kitchenette. Residents enjoy a variety of activities, from arts and crafts to gardening, amid tranquil, wildlife-friendly gardens. Conveniently located near local amenities, Sunnymeade offers a comfortable and engaging experience for all
Written by Hannah Karim
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.
Frequently asked questions
Here is some further information about care homes in Chard.
How many care homes are there in Chard?
We have 133 care homes in Chard. 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 Chard?
Care home costs vary significantly across Chard. The average cost of care in Chard is £1,331 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 Chard?
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 Chard may include hairdressing, chiropody, physiotherapy, other forms of therapy, trips out, and specialist equipment.
What factors affect Chard care home fees?
In Chard, 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 Chard regulated by the Care Quality Commission (CQC)?
Yes, every Chard 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.
How many Chard care homes offer residential care?
1 Chard homes offer residential care. These provide respectful, day-to-day support with tasks like washing, dressing, mobility, and managing certain medications.
Residential care homes in Chard offer a safe setting for those who find it challenging to live independently, but don't have complex health needs.
How many nursing homes are there in Chard?
We have 1 nursing homes in Chard that provide specialist, 24/7 nursing care. Each home offers personalised support for those living with complex medical needs, chronic illnesses, disabilities, or other conditions that require regular monitoring and clinical care. Many also provide rehabilitation services after hospital stays or surgery.
This care is delivered by registered nurses and trained care staff in home-from-home settings.
What care homes in Chard offer dementia care?
1 care homes in Chard provide round-the-clock support for residents living with dementia.
These homes offer safe, supportive settings with staff trained to understand the needs of people experiencing memory loss or other dementia-related symptoms. Care is tailored to each resident, ensuring they're treated with the dignity and individuality they deserve. As dementia is a progressive condition, dementia care homes are equipped to adapt as needs change over time.
What Chard care homes offer respite care?
If you're looking for temporary respite care, we have 1 respite care homes in Chard that offer short-term stays.
Respite care is ideal when a regular carer needs a break, is on holiday, or is temporarily unable to provide care. Stays usually last a few weeks at a time and include the same level of support that permanent residents receive. You can find more information about respite care homes in Chard.
Are there any care homes in Chard that offer end-of-life or palliative care?
1 Chard care homes provide specialist palliative and end-of-life care for your loved one. Searching for this type of support can be an emotional experience, so our Care Experts are here to guide you every step of the way.
A palliative care home provides the highest level of care and comfort to those living with chronic or life-limiting conditions. This can take place over weeks, months, or even years. As your loved one nears the end of their life, they'll be given end-of-life care, which focuses on easing discomfort and providing sensitive support.
Average care home costs in Chard
- Average cost of residential care
- £1,202per week
- Average cost of nursing care
- £1,250per week
- Average cost of dementia care
- £1,202per week
- Average cost of nursing & dementia care
- £1,211per week
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