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9.2 Group Review Score (the average from all locations with a review score)
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Avante Care & Support is a registered charity providing personalised home support and residential care services.

Avante Care & Support is proud to be a well established not for profit organisation, with an experienced and committed workforce, looking to make a difference through the care and support offered to individuals and to families.

Avante Care & Support delivers care to over 1000 people. In their care homes they deliver specialist residential dementia and nursing services, including day care and short term respite breaks. Home care teams provide assistance with daily living, enabling individuals to maintain independent lives in the comfort of their own home.

Avante Care & Support's vision is ‘Communities where everyone has a vibrant and fulfilling life’. Their experienced and dedicated care teams spend time getting to know each individual, ensuring they deliver the most suitable care and support to their clients' needs and requirements.

They ensure care teams are able to provide professional and compassionate care and support, to both residents and their loved ones. They provide specialist dementia care in all of their care homes and understand the specific challenges faced by people living with dementia.

Avante Care & Support Locations (12)

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Riverdale Court
17 Dovedale Close, Welling DA16 3BU 
"I am so pleased with Riverdale care home it's a fantastic care home. Staff are so caring and friendly, polite, couldn't wish for a better…"   Read all 133 reviews
  • from £1,590 / week
  • 80 Rooms
Location Type Care Home

Riverdale Court care home, situated in Welling, in the London Borough of Bexley, is a care facility providing residential care for older people living with dementia. Riverdale Court provides a ... Read more

Older Person Care Permanent Care Respite Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
Weybourne
1 Finchale Road, Abbey Wood, London SE2 9AH 
"My mum is a resident; she is 102 years of age. I don't think she would be alive if it weren't for the dedication of the staff and the ethos…"   Read all 90 reviews
  • from £1,533 / week
  • 40 Rooms
Location Type Care Home

Weybourne care home, located in the leafy heart of Abbeywood in the Royal Borough of Greenwich, is a care facility providing residential care for older people living with dementia. Weybourne ... Read more

Older Person Care Permanent Care Respite Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
Court Regis
Middletune Avenue, Milton Regis, Sittingbourne ME10 2HT 
"My Mother in Law arrived at Court Regis in early March after a long period of planning the next steps for her. We spent a lot of time…"   Read all 41 reviews
  • from £1,278 / week
  • 44 Rooms
Location Type Care Home

Court Regis care home, located on the outskirts of Sittingbourne in Kent, is a care facility providing residential care for older people living with dementia. Court Regis provides a wealth of ... Read more

Older Person Care Permanent Care Respite Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
Bridge Haven Care Home
Conyngham Lane, Bridge, Canterbury CT4 5JX 
"I try to visit my Aunty as much as possible I have always found the staff very helpful and kind and considerate in their care of the…"   Read all 77 reviews
  • from £1,270 / week
  • 53 Rooms
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Bridge Haven Care Centre has a rural setting in the village of Bridge, close to the city of Canterbury in Kent. It provides care and support for older people living with dementia and strives to give ... Read more

Older Person Care Permanent Care Respite Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
Northbourne Court
Harland Avenue, Sidcup DA15 7NU 
"We are very happy with the care our mum receives and how she is treated with such care and dignity. They have truly got to know her and her…"   Read all 93 reviews
  • from £1,590 / week
  • 120 Rooms
Location Type Care Home

Northbourne Court care home, located in the busy shopping area of Sidcup in the London area, is a care facility providing residential care for older people living with dementia. Northbourne ... Read more

Older Person Care Permanent Care Respite Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
Puddingstone Grange
82 Plumstead Common Road, Plumstead, London SE18 3RD 
"My sister was treated with loving care throughout her stay of 2 and a half years. The staff built a good relationship with her and nothing…"   Read all 89 reviews
  • from £1,624 / week
  • 62 Rooms
Location Type Care Home

Puddingstone Grange care home is registered to offer residential care for male and female service users, who are elderly and frail, have a dementia related condition and nursing care needs. A ... Read more

Older Person Care Permanent Care Respite Care
  • Residential Care
  • Nursing Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Dementia Nursing Care
  • Mental Health Care
Pilgrims View
Roberts Road, Snodland ME6 5HL 
"Wonderful care home. My lifelong friend had only been at Pilgrim's View for three days when I visited her. The staff were very kind and…"   Read all 65 reviews
  • from £1,364 / week
  • 40 Rooms
Location Type Care Home

Pilgrims View care home, located in the small village of Snodland near West Malling, is a care facility providing residential care for older people living with dementia. Pilgrims View provides a ... Read more

Older Person Care Permanent Care Respite Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
Parkview
105 Woolwich Road, Bexleyheath DA7 4LP 
"Particularly impressed with activities and trips organised for the residents. Management and staff always professional and helpful and…"   Read all 52 reviews
  • from £1,589 / week
  • 69 Rooms
Location Type Care Home

Parkview care home, located in the busy shopping area of Bexleyheath in the London area, provides a wealth of support services for people living with dementia, with the aim of not just providing care ... Read more

Older Person Care Permanent Care Respite Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
Amherst Court
Palmerston Road, Chatham ME4 6LU 
"My father has been a resident for over a year now and I am very pleased we chose Amherst Court. The rooms are kept very clean and smells…"   Read all 79 reviews
  • from £1,467 / week
  • 112 Rooms
Location Type Care Home

Amherst Court is a modern, purpose-built care home located in Chatham, providing well equipped, bright en suite bedrooms to support person-centred care. On the ground floor the cafe provides a ... Read more

Older Person Care Permanent Care Respite Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Mental Health Care
Chaucer House Care Home
82 St Martin's Hill, Littlebourne Road, Canterbury CT1 1PS 
"Chaucer House accommodated both my elderly parents together at very short notice. They received the most professional care & attention.…"   Read all 68 reviews
  • from £1,558 / week
  • 60 Rooms
Location Type Care Home

Chaucer House Care Home is a purpose-built facility. The luxury care home provides residential, nursing and dementia care for 60 residents. At Chaucer House, staff work to create a welcoming ... Read more

Older Person Care Permanent Care Respite Care
  • Residential Care
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  • Mental Health Care
Barnes Lodge
Tudeley Lane, Tonbridge TN11 0QJ 
"I find the staff very friendly & helpful, and always when we go to see our friend she is very contented and happy, which is all we can ask…"   Read all 27 reviews
  • from £1,668 / week
  • 101 Rooms
Location Type Care Home

Barnes Lodge care home in Tonbridge, Kent provides a friendly, welcoming home. The care home has a team of trained staff who ensure each residents’ privacy and care is maintained at all times. ... Read more

Older Person Care Permanent Care Respite Care
  • Residential Care
  • Nursing Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Dementia Nursing Care
Wain House
30 Linksfield Road, Westgate-on-Sea CT8 8EU 
"On the day my parents arrived at Wain House they received a very warm welcome by all the staff. The home has a very friendly feel and is…"   Read all 2 reviews
  • from £1,537 / week
  • 70 Rooms
Location Type Care Home

Wain House provides 24-hour residential care, nursing care, respite care, and support for people with dementia, focusing on meeting individual needs. The friendly team is committed to ensuring you ... Read more

Older Person Care Permanent Care Respite Care
  • Residential Care
  • Nursing Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Dementia Nursing Care
  • Learning Disability Care
  • Mental Health Care

Avante Care & Support Reviews (816)

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Avante Care & Support has a Group Review Score of 9.2 (9.184) out of 10.
The Group Review Score is calculated using the average from all locations with a Review Score, and in addition 75%+ of all locations belonging to Avante Care & Support must have a Review Score.

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Bridge Haven Care Home

from K C (Niece of Resident) published on 21 May 2026
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Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I try to visit my Aunty as much as possible I have always found the staff very helpful and kind and considerate in their care of the residents. Its clean and tidy and there is lots of care and attention given. Its a lovely atmosphere. My Aynt seems very happy there.
Reply from Emmanuel Armah, Home Manager at Bridge Haven Care HomeThank you so much for such a heart-warming review. It is wonderful to hear that your Aunt feels happy, well cared for, and comfortable with us. Our team takes great pride in creating a warm, clean, and supportive home where residents are treated with kindness, dignity, and respect. Your thoughtful words mean a great deal to everyone here, and we truly appreciate you taking the time to share them.
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Northbourne Court

from C S (Daughter of Resident) published on 21 May 2026
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Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
The home is lovely, staff are approachable. Standard of care is very good.
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Northbourne Court

from M S (Son of Resident) published on 21 May 2026
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Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
Mum moved into Northbourne Court in December 25. We are really happy with the standards here. The accommodation is fine. The big plus is the staff who are caring and seem to do their best for the residents.
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Northbourne Court

from J D (Daughter of Resident) published on 21 May 2026
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Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
We are very happy with the care our mum receives and how she is treated with such care and dignity. They have truly got to know her and her needs and act accordingly.
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Court Regis

from Jeremy H (Son-in-law of Resident) published on 19 May 2026
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Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My Mother in Law arrived at Court Regis in early March after a long period of planning the next steps for her. We spent a lot of time talking to the staff beforehand as it was likely to be a difficult day for her. Emma and the whole team were first class and the arrival went very smoothly with the
least possible stress. My Mother in Law was welcomed personally at the front door and made to feel very special. In the early days we were kept regularly informed of how she was doing and this was much appreciated. When we started to visit (after a couple of weeks as agreed/planned with the staff) it was very obvious that she was being very well cared for and was comfortable in her new surroundings. The care and genuine affection from all of the staff (for all the residents) is very clear to see. My Mother in Law is in safe and caring hands. Everything we have experienced as a family leaves us in no doubt that Court Regis is a place to be highly recommended.
Reply from Emma Hodges, Manager at Court RegisThank you so much for your kind words. It is a pleasure to look after your mother in law and we are very happy with the way she has settled in to our home.
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Northbourne Court

from E E (Wife of Resident) published on 15 May 2026
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Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
The staff are attentive and caring, always ensuring dad is comfortable and well looked after. The home is clean and modern creating a pleasant environment with activities offered pleasant and engaging. As a family the home provides us with a safe and welcoming space to visit. Dad especially enjoys the
food, we sometimes feel there could be more staff but this no way reflects on the excellent care provided which is outstanding.
Reply from Sara Gallagher, Director of Operations at Northbourne CourtThank you for taking the time to post a review for Northbourne Court. It is much appreciated! We are proud of our team of carers who go out of their way to ensure that residents and their families feel comfortable, safe and cared for, and will be sure to pass on your comments and our thanks to them.
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Puddingstone Grange

from D R (Brother of Resident) published on 15 May 2026
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Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My sister was treated with loving care throughout her stay of 2 and a half years. The staff built a good relationship with her and nothing was too much trouble.
The room was adequate but needed a refresh and was often used as a store room.
On the off occasion the bedside table was grubby.
Food was
generally good, but repetitive.
Sally was local authority funded.
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Wain House

from L H (Son-in-law of Resident) published on 14 May 2026
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Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Found all the staff very friendly and looking after my father-in-law and mother-in-law very well indeed. The rooms remind me of a 5-star hotel. Excellent
Reply from korron spence, Home Manager at Wain HouseThank you so much for taking the time to write a review for Wain House. I am pleased you find our staff friendly. The rooms are beautiful and we recognise how fortunate we are to have an opportunity to work in stunning surroundings with our lovely residents, families, firends and colleagues. Thank you again, your much appreciated comments will be shared withour team.
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Wain House

from Christine H (Daughter of Resident) published on 14 May 2026
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Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
On the day my parents arrived at Wain House they received a very warm welcome by all the staff. The home has a very friendly feel and is beautifully decorated. Lovely home cooked food is servced daily. The nursing care is excellent. Entertainment is very good and the home is surrounded by lovely gardens.
It is a lovely place and I am glad we chose it for our parents to live and spend their final yeats in.
Reply from Korron Spence, Home Manager at Wain HouseDear Christine, Thank you sincerely for taking the time to review our beautiful home. We are all so proud of Wain House and agree it is lovely environment for our residents to enter the next chapter of their lives . It is such a privilege to care for our residents and get to know thier families. Thank you again for your lovely kind words which I will share with the rest of the team.
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Puddingstone Grange

from S R (Sister-in-law of Resident) published on 11 May 2026
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Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
The staff were very welcoming and caring about their residence and visitors. Sometimes their meals needed to be vaired ie why put mash with sheperds pie, or semolina or rice pudding every other day - espeically as this is highlight of their day. Staff in all areas were very welcomh and did their jobs
well, nursing, laundry and cleaners.
Thank you for looking after our loved one, her care was paid for by the local authority.
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Barnes Lodge

from P S (Friend of Resident) published on 5 May 2026
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Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I find the staff very friendly & helpful, and always when we go to see our friend she is very contented and happy, which is all we can ask for.
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Bridge Haven Care Home

from Amanda H (Daughter of Resident) published on 29 April 2026
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Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
Lovely carers at this home, always friendly and kind.
Reply from Emmanuel Armah, Home Manager at Bridge Haven Care HomeThank you for your kind feedback. We are please to hear you find our carers friendly and kind. It means a lot to us.
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Bridge Haven Care Home

from Robert G (Son of Resident) published on 29 April 2026
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Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I have visited Mum a couple of times this month and I am very impressed with the care she recieves at Bridge Haven.
The facility is very well run and the staff are excellent.
Her room is kept clean and tidy
Sue always looks clean and looked after
(Does need a shave now and then)
Well done Bridge
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Reply from Emmanuel Armah, Interim Home Manager at Bridge Haven Care HomeThank you for your kind feedback. We are delighted to hear that you are pleased with the care your mum receives at Bridgeman. Your comments about our team and the cleanliness of the home are greatly appreciated, and we will ensure your feedback is shared with the staff. Thank you also for your note regarding shaving. We will continue to monitor this closely.
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Court Regis

from N L (Grandson of Resident) published on 23 April 2026
Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Nan has only been at Court Regis for a short time, but she seems very happy. I am grateful for the care and support she receives.
Reply from Emma Hodges, Manager at Court RegisThank you. It is nice to hear you feel Nan has settled in a short period of time. We hope to continue to make Nan happy.
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Court Regis

from D M (Grandson of Resident) published on 23 April 2026
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Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Nan is very well looked after by the staff and they all make an effort to make her feel settled and ease her worry. Management are always willing to go above and beyond to help with any worries she has too. Very friendly environment and atmosphere within the home. We are very grateful for the support
you are giving us while Nan is in your care.
Reply from Emma Hodges, Manager at Court RegisThank you for your kind words. We are glad that you and your Nan are happy with the support we provide and we will continue to maintain the friendly environment and atmosphere within our home.
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Court Regis

from Julie G (Daughter of Resident) published on 23 April 2026
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Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My mum is happy at Court Regis and has been there for 4 years.
Reply from Emma Hodges, Manager at Court RegisThank you for your comment. It's a pleasure caring for Mum and we're pleased that she is happy here at Court Regis.
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Court Regis

from Sandy H (Daughter of Resident) published on 21 April 2026
Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
The management and staff have displayed professionalism and genuine care. They provided invaluable support during the challenging process of moving Mum into the home for the first time. Their efforts made the transition smoother than anticipated, offering one-to-one attention to Mum after we left
her in their care. For the first 2 weeks, the staff maintained regular contact with us, keeping us informed about Mum's progress. Their approachability, friendliness, patience and compassion towards all residents has been evident every step of the way. The staff dedicate time to engaging with residents and ensure there are daily activities to keep everyone stimulated. Based on our experience, I would recommend Court Regis to anyone seeking a care home for a loved one in the Sittingbourne area.
Reply from Emma Hodges, Manager at Court RegisThank you so much for your kind words. We do our best to ensure all residents and their loved ones feel supported and valued at what can be a difficult time. We are very happy that you feel you have received such a good level of service and look forward to maintaining this relationship in the future. It's a pleasure being able to care for your Mum.
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Weybourne

from Michael B (Son of Resident) published on 20 April 2026
Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My mum is a resident; she is 102 years of age. I don't think she would be alive if it weren't for the dedication of the staff and the ethos of Weybourne. I am content that my mum is in good hands and is well looked after. Thank you.
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Amherst Court

from M H (Son of Resident) published on 14 April 2026
Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My father has been a resident for over a year now and I am very pleased we chose Amherst Court. The rooms are kept very clean and smells fresh when I visit my father. The care he gets is fantastic and I will get an email or a phone call if there is a problem with my father. He is well looked after and
is showered/bathed daily and shaved as well. Overall I feel good that my father is in a clean, safe environment where all staff have his best interest at heart.
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Amherst Court

from S T (Daughter-in-law of Resident) published on 14 April 2026
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Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
During my visit yesterday 2 'outside' workers came in to dress a pressure wound. It's good that there is a 'team' working together to assist residents. I am very happy with the care given and I understand new staff have been employed to assist with activities. The new manager seems to be actioning new
ideas, e.g. staff and seniors on each wing, so it is easier to talk to the same staff about any issues/questions you may have and follow it through with the same staff. Overall from reception/admin, domestic, cleaning and care staff I am happy with the care given.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Avante Care & Support

Costs for care homes owned by Avante Care & Support

Average costs per week for care homes owned by Avante Care & Support by care type provided. The weekly fees are calculated using the starting price for self-funded care provided by Avante Care & Support, based on 12 out of 12 settings.
Type of Care Provided Average Weekly Cost
Residential Care £1,506
Residential Dementia Care £1,506
Nursing Care £2,156
Nursing Dementia Care £2,156
All Care Types £1,506
Keep in mind that fees can vary between providers and factors such as specific needs, location, room type and more can affect costs. For more information on care home fees across the UK and advice on how to pay, see our care home fees guide.

How many Care Homes does Avante Care & Support own?

Avante Care & Support own 12 Care Homes.

Which Avante Care & Support Care Homes have the highest review score?

Riverdale Court, Weybourne & Court Regis have the highest review score.

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