Care Homes for Older People in and around Dover (Kent)

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Browse 30 Dover (Kent) Older Person Care Homes

Avg. Review Score 9.3
Total 1,307 Reviews
Avg. Starting Price £1,402 per week

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Bradfield Residential Home

Hawksdown Road, Walmer, Deal CT14 7PW

5.9 miles away from centre of Dover

9.998 Reviews

"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 Residential Care Home is a family-owned and managed care home in Deal, Kent, established in 1995. For over 30 years, the home has provided high-quality residential care in a warm, welcoming... Read more

Older Person Care
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Residential Care

St Winifreds Care Centre

236 London Road, Deal CT14 9PP

6.9 miles away from centre of Dover

9.9107 Reviews

36 3

"We attended the BBQ, what an amazing time, the food was fabulous, singers fab, great atmosphere. Thank you all for a lovely time and..."Read all 107 reviews

from £1,650 / week59 rooms

Group/Owner Nellsar Care Homes

Located in the picturesque seaside town of Deal in Kent, St Winifreds is a residential and general nursing care home providing specialist care for older people, including those with a diagnosis of dementia.... Read more

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Generals Meadow

St Clare Road, Walmer, Deal CT14 7PY

6 miles away from centre of Dover

9.947 Reviews

"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

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The Grange Care Home

22 Cornwallis Avenue, Folkestone CT19 5JB

7.2 miles away from centre of Dover

9.956 Reviews

"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

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Folkestone Care Centre

52-56 Shorncliffe Road, Folkestone CT20 2NB

7.3 miles away from centre of Dover

9.888 Reviews

16 1

"All staff both clinical, admin & support are friendly helpful & do a good job. The care has been exemplary & I have no complaints. I have..."Read all 88 reviews

from £1,725 / week110 rooms

Group/Owner Opus Care Ltd

The Folkestone Care Centre offers high quality nursing care, specialist dementia care and residential care. The home has modern features and staff do their utmost to improve, sustain and enhance their... Read more

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Walmer Care Centre

8/10 Marine Road, Walmer, Deal CT14 7DN

7.3 miles away from centre of Dover

9.8100 Reviews

20 1

"My nan went into walmer care centre for respite care. We noticed a change in nan almost immediately. She got her belly laugh back. Nans..."Read all 100 reviews

from £1,500 / week37 rooms

Group/Owner Nicholas James Care Homes Ltd

Carleton Lodge and Carleton Mead stand side by side, overlooking the busy sea bay, with views all the way to France. The Royal Marines bandstand is on the green a few minutes away and musical concerts... Read more

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Hawkinge House & PAU

Hurricane Way, Hawkinge, Folkestone CT18 7SS

6.8 miles away from centre of Dover

9.765 Reviews

13 1

"A very well run Care Home where my Mother has settled in happily, having been there over 12 months now. She enjoys the home cooked food..."Read all 65 reviews

from £2,125 / week177 rooms

Group/Owner Hartford Care Group Ltd

Located in the village of Hawkinge, just outside Folkestone, Hawkinge House is a purpose-built care home designed to provide high-quality care in a comfortable and contemporary setting. The home offers... Read more

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Alexander House

140/142 Folkestone Road, Dover CT17 9SP

0.7 miles away from centre of Dover

9.680 Reviews

20 1

"My husband came to Alexander House for 2 weeks respite when I was feeling totally warn out with caring for him. I was worried but the staff..."Read all 80 reviews

from £1,300 / week46 rooms

Group/Owner Nicholas James Care Homes Ltd

Alexander House is located in the historical town of Dover. Set back from the road these two grand townhouses offer large open social and leisure spaces for service users to relax and socialise. With... Read more

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Applecroft Nursing Home

Sanctuary Close, River, Dover CT17 0ER

2.2 miles away from centre of Dover

9.454 Reviews

28 1

"I would just like to say thank you to everyone on Blossom Unit for the care and support you have given Dad during his time there. One..."Read all 54 reviews

from £1,700 / week75 rooms

Group/Owner Abbey Healthcare

Applecroft Nursing Home takes prides in a service that focuses on great care, providing high quality nursing and dementia care and with their team of high quality carers doing their best to ensure residents... Read more

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Alandale Residential Home

9 The Drove, Whitfield, Dover CT16 3JB

2.7 miles away from centre of Dover

9.118 Reviews

28 1

"I can honestly say that Alandale is a home that we would highly recommend. The staff are caring, compassionate, supportive and thoughtful...."Read all 18 reviews

from £1,370 / week35 rooms

Alandale is one of the few remaining family owned and run homes in the Dover area. Clients and their relatives appreciate the extra personal touch which is provided through such an organisation. The... Read more

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Woodside Care Home

Whitfield Hill, Temple Ewell, Dover CT16 3BE

2.1 miles away from centre of Dover

8.938 Reviews

"I chose Woodside from a selection of 5 Care Homes for a few good reasons. It looks Smart, has a good position, the cost per month..."Read all 38 reviews

from £1,175 / week40 rooms

Group/Owner Charing Healthcare Ltd

Woodside Care Home in Dover provides dementia care for up to 30 residents. The house is arranged over three floors and all rooms have call bells and meet the current standards required. Accommodation... Read more

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Ami Group - The Knoll Unit and Ami Court Unit

196-198 Dover Road, Walmer, Deal CT14 7NB

6.3 miles away from centre of Dover

9.994 Reviews

"When I came into the home, I was very poorly, but with love from the staff, I am now a normal weight and very healthy. The staff chat to..."Read all 94 reviews

67 rooms

The Knoll Nursing Home is a provider of residential care in Deal in Kent. The home is located within a quiet leafy area but is close by to local amenities and transport links. The home has a good... Read more

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Temple Ewell Nursing Home

Wellington Road, Temple Ewell, Dover CT16 3DB

2.5 miles away from centre of Dover

8.735 Reviews

"I am so pleased with the care my grandmother has received at Temple Ewell Nursing Home. She moved there in March 2025 and had been given..."Read all 35 reviews

from £1,700 / week44 rooms

Group/Owner Crownwood Healthcare Ltd

Temple Ewell Nursing Home is situated in the quiet, picturesque village of Temple Ewell within a short distance to the coastal town of Dover, in the heart of the countryside. The home is practically purpose... Read more

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Riverlea House

105b/107 Lower Road, River, Dover CT17 0QY

1.9 miles away from centre of Dover

9.719 Reviews

"Riverlea is a wonderful home. It's light and airy and very clean, it doesn't smell. The carers and cleaners are absolutely brilliant. So..."Read all 19 reviews

from £1,200 / week44 rooms

Group/Owner Select Healthcare

Staff at Riverlea House aim to provide a service which enables residents to live safely and securely so they come to regard Riverlea House as their own home. Care staff strive to enhance resident lifestyles... Read more

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Vicarage Residential Care Home

Vicarage Lane, Tilmanstone, Deal CT14 0JG

6 miles away from centre of Dover

9.525 Reviews

"My granny has been here since September 2025 and I can honestly say that the service, food, rooms and all staff are amazing!! She has..."Read all 25 reviews

from £1,300 / week39 rooms

The Old Vicarage Residential Home is registered for thirty-nine service users, who receive care and support by talented professionals adhering to the home's vision of compassionate and understanding care... Read more

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Glendale Lodge

Glen Road, Kingsdown, Deal CT14 8BS

5.3 miles away from centre of Dover

9.46 Reviews

"I have been visiting Glendale since the 1990's for my grandmother then mother and currently my father. It feels like home and everyone is..."Read all 6 reviews

from £1,395 / week32 rooms

Group/Owner Extrafriend Ltd

Glendale Lodge is a tranquil, bungalow-style care home in the charming village of Kingsdown, surrounded by picturesque farmland. With its peaceful setting just a stone’s throw from the historic fishing... Read more

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Whitfield EMI/Residential Home

107 Sandwich Road, Whitfield, Dover CT16 3JP

2.7 miles away from centre of Dover

9.438 Reviews

"Overall, the home's atmosphere has been very welcoming, and all the staff are extremely helpful and friendly. The manager and deputy..."Read all 38 reviews

from £1,200 / week30 rooms

Group/Owner Sai Care Homes

Whitfield Residential Home is an attractive care home in the quiet village of Whitfield for up to 29 older people who have dementia care needs. The home is on the edge of the countryside with good links... Read more

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Harmonia Village

42 Randolph Road, Dover CT17 0FZ

0.9 miles away from centre of Dover

9.39 Reviews

27 1

"Staff make you feel welcome, my family member is very well looked after, and the staff treat her like their family member. The home goes..."Read all 9 reviews

from £2,295 / week36 rooms

Group/Owner Graham Care Group

Harmonia Village is a specialised residential facility located in Dover, Kent, designed to accommodate individuals living with dementia. Comprising of six separate houses, Harmonia Village has been... Read more

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Hatfield Lodge EMI/Residential Home

1-3 Trinity Gardens, Folkestone CT20 2RP

7.3 miles away from centre of Dover

9.239 Reviews

"Mum went to Hatfield Lodge after falling and breaking her hip at home. Mum has dementia and the hospital said she was no longer able to..."Read all 39 reviews

from £1,200 / week34 rooms

Group/Owner Sai Care Homes

Hatfield Lodge is an elegant residential care home for up to 34 people who have dementia care needs; referrals for older people without dementia are also considered. Hatfield Lodge is located close to... Read more

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Tudor Lodge EMI/Residential Home

18/20 Manor Road, Folkestone CT20 2SA

7 miles away from centre of Dover

8.849 Reviews

"I go every week to visit a family friend. Staff are wonderful and always happy and pleasant when they greet you at the door. I always..."Read all 49 reviews

from £1,200 / week44 rooms

Group/Owner Sai Care Homes

Tudor Lodge is an attractive home located in the centre of Folkestone. The home is conveniently situated close to The Leas with beautiful sea views and seaside walks. The home specialises in providing... Read more

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Dover House

57 Coombe Valley Road, Dover CT17 0EX

1 miles away from centre of Dover

8.870 Reviews

15 1

"Dover has have been amazing looking after my father. The facilities are all you could ask for, clean and user friendly. The staff are..."Read all 70 reviews

from £2,095 / week86 rooms

Group/Owner Graham Care Group

Dover House in Dover provides nursing care including support for people with dementia. The care home maintains contact details for all residents’ family and friends to be used for party invitations,... Read more

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St Heliers Care Home

25/26 Clifton Gardens, Folkestone CT20 2EF

7.3 miles away from centre of Dover

8.134 Reviews

"The level of care , welcoming and friendly staff when nothing seems too much trouble , caring and thoughtful as well as respectful to a..."Read all 34 reviews

from £1,298 / week30 rooms

Group/Owner Alexandra Care Homes

St Heliers Care Home is an elegant residential caring environment, with the aspects of a hotel standard. The beautiful Victorian building located close to the Leas overlooks the sea and the private communal... Read more

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Sholden Hall Residential Home

Sholden Hall Residential Home, London Road, Deal CT14 0AB

6.9 miles away from centre of Dover

9.530 Reviews

27 rooms

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St Stephen's

13 Godwyne Road, Dover CT16 1SW

0.2 miles away from centre of Dover

9.521 Reviews

17 rooms

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St Claire's

18/24 Claremont Road, Folkestone CT20 1DQ

6.9 miles away from centre of Dover

7.31 Reviews

from £1,200 / week39 rooms

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St Anselm's Nursing Home

St Clare Road, Walmer, Deal CT14 7QB

6.2 miles away from centre of Dover

26 rooms

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Ivybank Care Home

Wellington Road, Temple Ewell, Dover CT16 3DB

2.5 miles away from centre of Dover

9.432 Reviews

from £1,200 / week27 rooms

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Laureston House Residential Home

Laureston Place, Dover CT16 1QU

0.1 miles away from centre of Dover

from £1,100 / week21 rooms

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Brambling Lodge Care Home

48 Eythorne Road, Shepherdswell, Dover CT15 7PG

5.5 miles away from centre of Dover

9.523 Reviews

from £950 / week27 rooms

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Brambling House Care Home

46 Eythorne Road, Shepherdswell, Dover CT15 7PG

5.5 miles away from centre of Dover

9.331 Reviews

from £950 / week20 rooms

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Older Person Care Home costs in and around Dover

Average older person care home costs in and around Dover by care type, compared to averages across the UK. Fees are based on the starting price for self-funded care, using carehome.co.uk data from 13 older person care homes with fees listed in and around Dover.

Type of Care Provided	Dover	Kent	England	UK
Residential Care	£1,348	£1,462	£1,305	£1,310
Residential Dementia Care	£1,373	£1,495	£1,334	£1,339
Nursing Care	£1,947	£1,782	£1,566	£1,552
Nursing Dementia Care	£2,030	£1,765	£1,581	£1,571
All Care Types	£1,402	£1,469	£1,316	£1,323

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 older person care home fees across the UK and advice on how to pay, see our older person care home fees guide.

Average starting prices for self-funders in Dover Care Homes by care type

Average cost of Residential Care from 11 care homes with fees listed.

£1,348 per week

8.5% below Kent average
3.3% above England average
2.9% above UK average

Average cost of Residential Dementia Care from 9 care homes with fees listed.

£1,373 per week

8.9% below Kent average
2.9% above England average
2.5% above UK average

Average cost of Nursing Care from 4 care homes with fees listed.

£1,947 per week

9.3% above Kent average
24.3% above England average
25.5% above UK average

Average cost of Nursing Dementia Care from 3 care homes with fees listed.

£2,030 per week

15.0% above Kent average
28.4% above England average
29.2% above UK average

How many older person care homes are there in Dover?

There are 30 Older Person Care Homes in Dover, including 5 Nursing Homes & 25 Residential Care Homes.

Which older person care homes in Dover have the highest Review Score?

Riverlea House, Alexander House & St Stephen's are some of the older person care homes with the highest Review Score in Dover.

Which older person care homes in Dover offer Nursing Care?

Applecroft Nursing Home, Temple Ewell Nursing Home & Harmonia Village are some of the 5 Nursing Homes in Dover.

How many elderly care homes offer Dementia Care in Dover?

There are 11 elderly care homes offering Dementia Care in Dover including Alexander House, Applecroft Nursing Home & Woodside Care Home.

Which elderly care homes offer Respite Care in Dover?

Respite Care is offered by 15 elderly care homes in Dover including Alexander House, Applecroft Nursing Home & Alandale Residential Home.

How many older person care homes listings in Dover have Reviews on carehome.co.uk?

There are 14 older person care homes listed with Reviews.