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  • Avg. Review Score 9.4
  • Total 14,290 Reviews
  • Avg. Starting Price £1,468 per week
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Breton Court
Grange Road, St Michaels, Tenterden TN30 6EE
"Mum is very happy and settled. Considered this her home from day 1 and loves the staff. This gives me the peace of mind to know she is..."Read all 82 reviews

from £1,595 / week28 Rooms

Group/Owner A Better Care

Breton Court is set in an idyllic residential location in the village of St Michaels, just minutes away from the beautiful town of Tenterden. A truly dedicated team provide residential care, day care... Read more

  • Older Person Care
  • Respite Care
  • Permanent Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Residential Care
  • Learning Disability Care
Invicta Court
Gidds Pond Way, Weavering, Maidstone ME14 5FY
"Dad has been thriving since going to live at Invicta Court eight months ago. I've noticed how the staff genuinely care for the residents,..."Read all 104 reviews

from £1,875 / week75 Rooms

Group/Owner Care UK

Invicta Court care home in Maidstone offers an impressive range of quality care services for older people that are tailored to their needs, preferences and interests, enabling them to live fulfilling... Read more

  • Older Person Care
  • Respite Care
  • Permanent Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Nursing Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Nursing Care
Maplewood Court
Northumberland Road, Maidstone ME15 7TA
"Our friend came to Maplewood Court as a stopgap measure as its sister home (much closer to us all) had no space. He has had 2 months in..."Read all 44 reviews

from £1,930 / week72 Rooms

Group/Owner Oakland Care

Maplewood Court is a purpose-built care home offering the highest quality residential, nursing, dementia and respite care in a five-star setting. Maplewood Court has 72 individual en-suite rooms... Read more

  • Older Person Care
  • Respite Care
  • Permanent Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Nursing Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Nursing Care
Birchwood Heights
Hilda May Avenue, Swanley BR8 7BT
"My mum sadly entered this care home on end of life care from hospital. I cannot speak highly enough of the support we received here at..."Read all 40 reviews

from £1,930 / week77 Rooms

Group/Owner Oakland Care

Birchwood Heights is a purpose-built care home offering the highest quality residential, nursing, dementia and respite care in a five-star setting. Birchwood Heights has 77 individual en-suite rooms... Read more

  • Older Person Care
  • Respite Care
  • Permanent Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Nursing Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Nursing Care
Chartwell House
26 Draco Drive, Off Star Lane, Broadstairs CT9 4FY
"I have been visiting for years now and it is always very welcoming. The staff are very friendly, helpful and kind. It has always been a..."Read all 56 reviews

from £1,595 / week78 Rooms

Group/Owner Boutique Care Homes

Chartwell House is located in Broadstairs, Kent. The home features high-quality interiors and offers a warm and tranquil environment where comfort meets elegance. The team strive to value and empower... Read more

  • Older Person Care
  • Respite Care
  • Permanent Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Residential Care
Barchester Sutton Valence Care Home
Maidstone Road, Sutton Valence, Maidstone ME17 3LW
"My mum was only in Sutton Valence Care home for 3 weeks and in those 3 weeks the staff, management went above & beyond to help Mum settle..."Read all 118 reviews

from £1,913 / week60 Rooms

Group/Owner Barchester Healthcare Ltd

Sutton Valence care home provides residential, dementia and nursing care in 60 beautifully appointed bedrooms. The home is located in the village of Sutton Valence, Kent. Its rural setting means the... Read more

  • Older Person Care
  • Respite Care
  • Permanent Care
  • Nursing Care
  • Residential Care
The Bridge Care Home
Brunel Way, Dartford DA1 5FW
"It's taken dad a little while to settle which is understandable as he's never been without mum We think dad is slowly becoming settled..."Read all 80 reviews

from £1,700 / week71 Rooms

The Bridge Luxury Care Home, in Dartford, redefines the standards of upscale care. They ensure that the residents experience a unique blend of well-being, expert dementia care, cutting-edge technology,... Read more

  • Older Person Care
  • Respite Care
  • Permanent Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Residential Care
Copperfield Court
Northwood Road, Broadstairs CT10 2NH
"What a lovely atmosphere today at the home. My great granddad was really enjoying the singing with everyone, the staff were all having a..."Read all 53 reviews

from £1,595 / week66 Rooms

Group/Owner Crystal Care Collection

Copperfield Court is a fantastic residential and dementia care home offering both exceptional care and a vibrant community experience in the heart of Broadstairs. The blend of modern amenities and the... Read more

  • Older Person Care
  • Respite Care
  • Permanent Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Residential Care
Barchester Rose Water Place
Tuscany Way, Langley, Maidstone ME17 3ZB
"Fantastic better than expected Very helpful clean good Recomend to all good value Would go again 10/10..."Read all 33 reviews

from £1,865 / week66 Rooms

Group/Owner Barchester Healthcare Ltd

Barchester Rose Water Place in Maidstone, Kent offers a welcoming home for residents. The home has quiet areas and daily social activities which residents can participate in as much as they wish. Meals... Read more

  • Older Person Care
  • Respite Care
  • Permanent Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Residential Care
Bradfield Residential Home
Hawksdown Road, Walmer, Deal CT14 7PW
"Can I say A Big thank you First To ALL The Staff Who go Above & Beyond For Everybody. Also To David & Rebecca. The Family Atmosphere..."Read all 98 reviews

from £1,350 / week37 Rooms

Bradfield is a registered, family owned and run residential home established in 1995. They care for up to 37 people offering both full time residential stay and day care facilities. Bradfield is registered... Read more

  • Older Person Care
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  • Permanent Care
  • Residential Care
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Alpine Care Home
10 Bradbourne Park Road, Sevenoaks TN13 3LH
"Mum is well cared for by a wonderful dedicated team. Always welcoming and available to discuss any concerns we may have. The display boards..."Read all 97 reviews

from £1,600 / week30 Rooms

Group/Owner Regal Care Trading Ltd

Alpine Rest Home offers round-the-clock care for up to thirty elderly residents, from a pleasant location in Sevenoaks, Kent, and a pleasing Edwardian building. Residents enjoy luxury bedrooms, a wide... Read more

  • Older Person Care
  • Respite Care
  • Permanent Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Residential Care
Montfort Manor
Kennington Road, Ashford TN24 0LZ
"My Dad is very happy at Montfort Manor. They are very caring and know the residence very well. They have huge amount of activities for all..."Read all 97 reviews

from £1,726 / week68 Rooms

Group/Owner Care UK

The skilled team at Montfort Manor delivers nursing, residential and dementia care on a short-term and permanent basis. The purpose-built care home has been designed with residents' health and wellbeing... Read more

  • Older Person Care
  • Respite Care
  • Permanent Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Nursing Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Nursing Care
Cumbria House Care Home
84/86 Shorncliffe Road, Folkestone CT20 2PG
"I like to thank Morita and every member of her staff for keeping a lovely home always smelling nice and clean. The food is amazing and..."Read all 51 reviews

from £1,200 / week32 Rooms

Group/Owner Ashwood Healthcare Ltd

Cumbria House is a residential Care Home and is located in Folkestone within a very attractive and quaint area. It is close to the Town Centre and nearby amenities include the famous Leas, a raised cliff... Read more

  • Older Person Care
  • Respite Care
  • Permanent Care
  • Residential Care
Springwood Corner Care Home
53 Ascot Road, Gravesend DA12 5AL
"Springwood staff have been very accommodating to my father who has been unable to stay in his home due to emergency building works. They..."Read all 19 reviews

from £1,500 / week62 Rooms

Group/Owner Avery Healthcare Group

Springwood Corner Care Home offers high-quality residential, respite, and dementia care in Gravesend, Kent. Opened in June 2025, the home provides a warm and welcoming environment where residents receive... Read more

  • Older Person Care
  • Respite Care
  • Permanent Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Residential Care
Lake View Lodge
Limeburners Drive, Halling, Rochester ME2 1FG
"After spending 2 and half years in Australia without seeing my grandad I was so happy to come back and see every single member of staff so..."Read all 18 reviews

from £1,550 / week66 Rooms

Group/Owner Crystal Care Collection

Discover exceptional care at Lake View Lodge, a modern residential care home situated in the peaceful village of Halling, Kent. Dedicated to delivering outstanding care throughout Rochester and the wider... Read more

  • Older Person Care
  • Respite Care
  • Permanent Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Residential Care
West Hill Care Home
Constance Grove, Dartford DA1 2GA
"My father moved from another home to West Hill in July 25 and the difference was huge. We hadn't realised just how different care can be...."Read all 96 reviews

from £1,650 / week77 Rooms

West Hill Care Home is a stunning, new, luxury-affordable care home in the heart of Dartford, Kent. The home provides person-centred residential, nursing, respite and dementia care. Their primary aim... Read more

  • Older Person Care
  • Younger Adult Care
  • Respite Care
  • Permanent Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Nursing Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Nursing Care
Generals Meadow
St Clare Road, Walmer, Deal CT14 7PY
"I am over 80, still healthy and active but partially sighted. Without family and living alone I was beginning to need some help and..."Read all 47 reviews

from £1,350 / week19 Rooms

Generals Meadow is a registered, family-owned and operated residential home established in 1985. They care for up to 19 people offering both full time residential and respite care. Generals Meadow is... Read more

  • Older Person Care
  • Respite Care
  • Permanent Care
  • Residential Care
Hazelwood Care Home
Brickfield Farm, Main Road, Longfield DA3 7PW
"Seeing the support of staff here at Hazelwood also my nan's wellbeing from being at home to the carehome seems as though it's beneficial..."Read all 115 reviews

from £1,500 / week50 Rooms

Hazelwood Care Home, located in Longfield in the lovely north Kent countryside, is a purpose-built care home, dedicated to assisting residents in making the most of every day. Having opened in 2000 and... Read more

  • Older Person Care
  • Respite Care
  • Permanent Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Nursing Care
  • Residential Care
  • Mental Health Care
  • Dementia Nursing Care
Brabourne Care Centre
209 Hythe Road, Willesborough, Ashford TN24 8PL
"As a family we are really happy with the care that my Nan is recieving. After a bad experience at another nursing home we are thrilled to..."Read all 99 reviews

from £1,725 / week82 Rooms

Group/Owner Opus Care Ltd

Brabourne Care Centre opened in 2006 and provides bespoke care packages for a range of needs from residential and dementia to convalescent and end-of-life care. Facilities include lounges and en-suite... Read more

  • Older Person Care
  • Younger Adult Care
  • Respite Care
  • Permanent Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Nursing Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Nursing Care
Weald Heights
Bourchier Close, Sevenoaks TN13 1PD
"My Mum is happy and content at Weald Heights after more than 2 years of excellent care. She often points out how friendly all the staff are..."Read all 226 reviews

from £2,055 / week80 Rooms

Group/Owner Care UK

Weald Heights is a CQC rated 'Outstanding' (June 2025) care home in Sevenoaks. The dedicated and expert team offer quality residential, nursing and dementia care on a respite or permanent basis. They... Read more

  • Older Person Care
  • Respite Care
  • Permanent Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Nursing Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Nursing Care
Hazeldene House
Romford Road, Pembury, Tunbridge Wells TN2 4AY
"We have had a short visit to Hazeldene House But in the time we have been here I cannot praise the staff enough. Thank you to each and..."Read all 75 reviews

from £2,125 / week75 Rooms

Group/Owner Hartford Care Group Ltd

Nestled in peaceful woodland on the outskirts of Pembury village near Tunbridge Wells, Hazeldene House is a purpose-built care home offering a comforting blend of skilled nursing, care experience, and... Read more

  • Older Person Care
  • Respite Care
  • Permanent Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Nursing Care
  • Residential Care
  • Mental Health Care
  • Dementia Nursing Care
Highland House Care Home
Littlebourne Road, Canterbury CT3 4AE
"The Highland House team have provided excellent care for my Nan. I know at times this can be challenging, however they all seem to take it..."Read all 52 reviews

from £1,475 / week30 Rooms

A small, independent home owned and run by the same managers for over 10 years and set in over an acre of grounds, Highland House is passionate about its service. Visitors most often describe the... Read more

  • Older Person Care
  • Respite Care
  • Permanent Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Residential Care
Hallmark Chamberlain Court
77 Mount Ephraim, Tunbridge Wells TN4 8BS
"My mother has been enjoying life in very pleasant surroundings Chamberlain Court for more than two years now. She has lots to do: she joins..."Read all 111 reviews

from £2,210 / week74 Rooms

Group/Owner Hallmark Luxury Care Homes

Tucked away, surrounded by beautiful gardens, Hallmark Chamberlain Court is a place where residents can thrive. Ease into life here at the award-winning 72-bed home, providing residential, dementia, nursing... Read more

  • Older Person Care
  • Respite Care
  • Permanent Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Nursing Care
  • Residential Care
Emerson Grange Care Home
Rowhill Road, Swanley BR8 7FP
"We enjoyed our stay. The accomodation was lovely and clean and we had a beautiful view of the gardens. All the staff were friendly and..."Read all 156 reviews

from £1,698 / week85 Rooms

Group/Owner Cinnamon Care Collection

Located in Hextable, Kent, Emerson Grange is a stunning care home offering exceptional nursing, residential, dementia, respite and convalescent care within elegant surroundings. As part of the exclusive... Read more

  • Older Person Care
  • Respite Care
  • Permanent Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Nursing Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Nursing Care
Tonbridge House Care Home
36 Quarry Hill Road, Tonbridge TN9 2RS
"Another good review for this wonderful home to show how they care for relatives as well as residents. I celebrated my birthday with a sit..."Read all 90 reviews

from £2,095 / week63 Rooms

Group/Owner Porthaven Care Homes

Situated close to the historic and thriving town of Tonbridge, Tonbridge House Care Home provides professional and empathetic 24 hour residential, dementia, nursing and respite care for individuals living... Read more

  • Older Person Care
  • Respite Care
  • Permanent Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Nursing Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Nursing Care
The Grange Care Home
22 Cornwallis Avenue, Folkestone CT19 5JB
"My dad was adamant that he didn't want to go into any care home, but had to because of building work being done in his house. Staff and..."Read all 56 reviews

from £1,200 / week28 Rooms

Group/Owner Ashwood Healthcare Ltd

The Grange is a residential Care Home and is located in Folkestone, within a very attractive and quaint area. It is close to the Town Centre and nearby amenities includes the famous Leas, a raised cliff... Read more

  • Older Person Care
  • Respite Care
  • Permanent Care
  • Residential Care
Abbotsleigh Care Centre
George Street, Staplehurst, Tonbridge TN12 0RB
"On the 5th of June we sadly lost our mum, who had been a resident in Abbotsleigh for two years. We chose this care home because our dad was..."Read all 120 reviews

from £1,550 / week61 Rooms

Group/Owner Nellsar Care Homes

Situated in the heart of Kent, Abbotsleigh Care Centre provides older people with tailored residential, nursing and dementia care with compassion, dignity and respect. Residents and their families feel... Read more

  • Older Person Care
  • Respite Care
  • Permanent Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Nursing Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Nursing Care
Sandmere Care Home
Seacole Way, Margate CT9 4PA
"Sandmere Margate is always very welcoming, clean, and efficient. Staff very caring, right from receptionists to maintenance and chef..."Read all 24 reviews

from £1,450 / week68 Rooms

Sandmere Care Home is a 68-bed, purpose-built luxury care home offering residential, dementia, nursing, and respite care in the heart of Margate, Kent. Known for its warm and welcoming atmosphere,... Read more

  • Older Person Care
  • Respite Care
  • Permanent Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Nursing Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Nursing Care
Birchwood House
Stockland Green Road, Speldhurst, Tunbridge Wells TN3 0TU
"Our very first contact with Birchwood was when my daughter and I turned up unannounced and were welcomed warmly and shown around. We walked..."Read all 88 reviews

from £1,300 / week38 Rooms

Birchwood House provides a caring, supportive, home-from-home living environment for older people in the Speldhurst area. The home enables residents to live full and independent lives. Care plans are... Read more

  • Older Person Care
  • Respite Care
  • Permanent Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Residential Care
  • Learning Disability Care
Tunbridge Wells Care Centre
142 Upper Grosvenor Road, Tunbridge Wells TN1 2ED
"My Dad has only been at Tunbridge Wells Care Centre for a few weeks after a bad experience elsewhere. Everyone is very friendly and kind,..."Read all 97 reviews

from £1,900 / week70 Rooms

Tunbridge Wells Care Centre is located in a pleasant residential area of Royal Tunbridge Wells. It offers person-centred nursing, dementia and palliative care, plus all the facilities required to provide... Read more

  • Older Person Care
  • Respite Care
  • Permanent Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Nursing Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Nursing Care