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

Q: How many older person care homes are there in Rainham-Kent?

There are 30 Older Person Care Homes in Rainham-Kent, including 9 Nursing Homes & 21 Residential Care Homes.

Q: Which elderly care homes offer Respite Care in Rainham-Kent?

Respite Care is offered by 19 elderly care homes in Rainham-Kent including Park View Care Home, Charing House Care & Nursing Home & Grace Manor Care Centre.

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Browse 30 Rainham (Kent) Older Person Care Homes

Avg. Review Score 9.3
Total 1,496 Reviews
Avg. Starting Price £1,330 per week

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Park View Care Home

Canterbury Street, Gillingham ME7 5AY

2.6 miles from centre of Rainham

9.951 Reviews

"A friend recommended Park View to me and my family for my mum following a relative of theirs being at the care home and we are very..."Read all 51 reviews

from £1,200 / week44 rooms

Group/Owner Charing Healthcare Ltd

Park View Care Home in Medway has been purpose-built to offer care and support for up to 32 residents living with dementia. The home is located in its own grounds adjacent to Gillingham Park and features... Read more

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Barchester Friston House Care Home

414 City Way, Rochester ME1 2BQ

4.3 miles from centre of Rainham

9.8154 Reviews

15 2

"Our nan went into Friston for respite to help our mum have a break , quick service from manageress, everyone has been outstanding , kind ,..."Read all 154 reviews

from £1,910 / week81 rooms

Group/Owner Barchester Healthcare Ltd

Friston House makes the most of pleasant grounds and a versatile interior to provide top quality nursing care and dementia care in a residential and nursing environment with professionals available round-the-clock. A... Read more

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Charing House Care & Nursing Home

Canterbury Street, Gillingham ME7 5AY

2.6 miles from centre of Rainham

9.871 Reviews

"I and my family feel extremely fortunate that our mum is at Charing House. At first we didn't know what to expect as we have never had a..."Read all 71 reviews

from £1,150 / week88 rooms

Group/Owner Charing Healthcare Ltd

Charing House Care Home in Gillingham provides residential, dementia, nursing and respite for up to 88 residents and are able to accommodate funded as well as private clients. There five separate... Read more

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Grace Manor Care Centre

348 Grange Road, Gillingham ME7 2UD

2.2 miles from centre of Rainham

9.8105 Reviews

15 1

"As one of the residents' visitors at Grace Manor Nursing Home, I have been consistently impressed by the exceptional standard of care..."Read all 105 reviews

from £1,300 / week60 rooms

Group/Owner Forest Healthcare

Welcome to Grace Manor Care Centre in Gillingham, Kent. Situated on stunning grounds, the classic Manor property offers 24-hour care for those over the age of 55. They are blessed with a long-serving... Read more

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Hengist Field Care Centre

Pond Farm Road, Borden, Sittingbourne ME9 8LS

4.4 miles from centre of Rainham

9.8154 Reviews

41 3

"Everyone has Been so welcoming and helpful at a emotionally hard time for our family. we wished for good care and dignity and compassion..."Read all 154 reviews

from £1,800 / week75 rooms

Group/Owner Nellsar Care Homes

Hengist Field is a modern, purpose-built Home situated in the beautiful Kent countryside, close to the picturesque village of Borden. The Home’s dedicated and highly qualified team are committed to providing... Read more

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Barchester Newington Court Care Home

Keycol Hill, Newington, Sittingbourne ME9 7LG

3.4 miles from centre of Rainham

9.770 Reviews

11 1

"Mum has spent the last 3 years in Falcon Place where she has been treated with kindness, patience and respect even on the more challenging..."Read all 70 reviews

from £1,500 / week64 rooms

Group/Owner Barchester Healthcare Ltd

Newington Court Care Home is situated in the village of Newington on the outskirts of Sittingbourne. A professional team provide first-class 24-hour nursing care alongside expert care for people with... Read more

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Acorn House

39 Maidstone Road, Chatham ME4 6DP

3.9 miles from centre of Rainham

9.734 Reviews

"From the start, the staff, management and owners have been first class, I moved mum from a rather large home, not enough staff to care for..."Read all 34 reviews

from £1,050 / week28 rooms

Acorn House is a converted nineteenth century house that offers many homely comforts, including a choice of lounges and a service tailored to suit the safety and well-being of residents. Modern nurse... Read more

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Osbern Manor Care Home

26-28 Hoath Lane, Wigmore, Gillingham ME8 0SW

1.3 miles from centre of Rainham

9.736 Reviews

32 2

"My mum was lucky enough to get a place here. She has mixed dementia and has deteriorated quite quickly and as been here approx 5 weeks..."Read all 36 reviews

from £1,930 / week72 rooms

Group/Owner Oakland Care

Osbern Manor, part of Oakland Care, is a luxury, purpose-built care home located in the village of Wigmore near Gillingham in Kent. With 72 private en-suite rooms and state-of-the-art features and facilities,... Read more

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Elvy Court Care Home

200 London Road, Sittingbourne ME10 1QA

4.5 miles from centre of Rainham

9.6104 Reviews

12 2

"i would like to say that Elvy Court has given my dad 5 star care and compassion. All the nurses are very kind natured. The food is of a..."Read all 104 reviews

from £1,350 / week55 rooms

Group/Owner Avery Healthcare Group

Nestled in a serene residential area of Sittingbourne in Kent, Elvy Court Care Home offers a peaceful retreat. A leisurely stroll takes you to the vibrant town centre, with convenient connections across... Read more

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Fort Horsted Nursing Home

Primrose Close, Chatham ME4 6HZ

4.1 miles from centre of Rainham

9.518 Reviews

"My mum came to Fort Horsted, and she was only here for a weekend. The care that the staff showed was amazing—good person-centred care,..."Read all 18 reviews

from £1,500 / week30 rooms

Group/Owner Crownwood Healthcare Ltd

Fort Horsted opened in 1990. Fort Horsted has been extended in phases since its opening, with the addition and improvement of facilities of a high standard to ensure the care, comfort and convenience... Read more

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Amherst Court

Palmerston Road, Chatham ME4 6LU

3.7 miles from centre of Rainham

9.385 Reviews

17 2

"Mum has been well looked after in the time she has been there, the staff are very friendly and competent. It has been a bit challenging..."Read all 85 reviews

from £1,200 / week112 rooms

Group/Owner Avante Care & Support

Amherst Court provides a welcoming atmosphere in which residents enjoy activities, go on outings and make friends with other residents and staff. At the heart of the home is the Philosophy of Care, the... Read more

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Copper Beeches Care Home

5 Sylewood Close, Cookham Wood, Borstal, Rochester ME1 3LL

4.9 miles from centre of Rainham

9.341 Reviews

14 1

"Finding a care home for the first time is so daunting, my Dad had very specific needs covering dementia + mobility and as a family the..."Read all 41 reviews

from £1,250 / week36 rooms

Group/Owner Belmont Healthcare

Copper Beeches Care Home is located in Borstal - a suburb of Rochester in Kent. People living at Copper Beeches have various care needs, from specialist nursing to general help with everyday tasks... Read more

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Admiralty Care Home

Drewery Drive, Wigmore, Rainham, Gillingham ME8 0NX

1.3 miles from centre of Rainham

9.232 Reviews

23 1

"We feel very grateful for Mum to have moved here. Mum was made to feel very welcome as soon as she arrived at reception. All the staff are..."Read all 32 reviews

from £1,200 / week55 rooms

Group/Owner Agincare Homes Holdings Ltd

Admiralty Care Home, based in Gillingham, Kent, offers people a welcoming home. Trained staff give people the care they require with dignity and respect. Offering delicious home cooked meals and... Read more

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Pine Lodge Care Home

26-32 Key Street, Sittingbourne ME10 1YU

4.2 miles from centre of Rainham

9.163 Reviews

"My Mum had a week's respite this week, and I can't praise the staff enough for making my mum's stay so positive! Mum was engaged with all..."Read all 63 reviews

59 rooms

Group/Owner Eleanor Nursing and Social Care Ltd

Welcome to Pine Lodge Care Home, part of the renowned Eleanor Healthcare Group, serving the community of Sittingbourne, Kent. Pine Lodge is a residential home. With a legacy of compassionate care, Pine... Read more

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Pembroke House

11 Oxford Road, Gillingham ME7 4BS

2.6 miles from centre of Rainham

9.039 Reviews

34 1

"Mum was moved from hospital into Pembroke House, but sadly passed away two days later. During these two days the care Mum received was..."Read all 39 reviews

55 rooms

Group/Owner The Royal Naval Benevolent Trust

Built as an orphanage in the 1920s, Pembroke House was converted into a residential home in 1952, supporting older members of the Royal Navy family. In 2002 and 2012 it was substantially extended and... Read more

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Rochester Care Home

Robert Bean Care Centre, Pattens Lane, Rochester ME1 2QT

4.2 miles from centre of Rainham

9.9121 Reviews

12 1

"The manageress of Robert Bean Lodge in Rochester, runs a very good home. There is a calm, pleasant atmosphere, helpful + good natured..."Read all 121 reviews

from £1,100 / week64 rooms

Group/Owner Agincare Homes Holdings Ltd

Rochester Care Home has created a relaxed and homely environment for all residents. The building is single-storey and purpose-built with four areas. Each area had 14 bedrooms around a lounge/diner.... Read more

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Sherwood House

209-211 Maidstone Road, Rochester ME1 3BU

4.7 miles from centre of Rainham

9.972 Reviews

17 1

"Sherwood house is a wonderful care home our dad has been there for 3 years now, it has not been an easy journey as he will never settle in..."Read all 72 reviews

from £1,400 / week32 rooms

The Home is well supported by a team of fully trained and compassionate staff, who collectively have many years of experience in the care sector. This is the foundation for providing outstanding quality care. Sherwood... Read more

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Victory Care Home

Nelson Terrace, Chatham ME5 7JZ

2.7 miles from centre of Rainham

9.782 Reviews

16 1

"I am so pleased that my mum stayed as resident at Victory House Care. She happy there most of just a bit up and with her dementia. All..."Read all 82 reviews

from £1,100 / week61 rooms

Group/Owner Agincare Homes Holdings Ltd

Victory Care Home provides affordable high-quality residential care for older people with dementia, sensory and physical impairment, including end-of-life and palliative care. CQC has given Victory... Read more

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Heatherdale Nursing Home

204 Hempstead Road, Hempstead, Gillingham ME7 3QG

1.9 miles from centre of Rainham

9.624 Reviews

12 1

"After Leaving hospital and my mum being taken to Heatherdale she was quite anxious and worried and a little scared but on her arrival she..."Read all 24 reviews

from £1,500 / week43 rooms

Group/Owner RCB Healthcare Group

Heatherdale Nursing Home, located in the Gillingham region, is a charming residential care facility catering to the diverse needs of its residents. This establishment was erected 15 years ago in remembrance... Read more

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Yew Tree Lodge

Stoke Road, Hoo, Rochester ME3 9BJ

4.7 miles from centre of Rainham

9.420 Reviews

"There are a range of activities undertaken daily that are inclusive. There are visiting animals, trips outside of the care home and..."Read all 20 reviews

from £900 / week26 rooms

Yew Tree Lodge, in Rochester, offers a range of care skills, with the facility being registered as an EMI home, ideal for many specialist and older people's care requirements. The home is well established... Read more

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Hawthorn Manor

369 Maidstone Road, Gillingham ME8 0HX

1.1 miles from centre of Rainham

9.410 Reviews

12 1

"My husband has been very happy since he has been at Hawthorn Manor. He enjoys the activities and having his own TV. His room, is..."Read all 10 reviews

from £1,300 / week37 rooms

Group/Owner RCB Healthcare Group

Hawthorn Manor is a sophisticated and stylish residential care home with 37 beds, purpose-built and fully registered. It boasts a spacious enclosed garden and a charming sunlit courtyard featuring a sizable... Read more

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Byron Lodge Nursing Home

105/107 Rock Avenue, Gillingham ME7 5PX

2.9 miles from centre of Rainham

8.414 Reviews

"My sister arrived at Byron Lodge in September 2022, physically unwell and very fearful about her future. We witnessed first-hand how kind..."Read all 14 reviews

from £1,500 / week29 rooms

Group/Owner Crownwood Healthcare Ltd

Byron Lodge is a purpose built care home with nursing, opened in 1994. With facilities of the highest standard, and a level of nursing to match, staff can confidently ensure the care, comfort and convenience... Read more

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Aquarius Care Home

8 Watson Avenue, Chatham ME5 9SH

4.4 miles from centre of Rainham

8.021 Reviews

"My brother has lived at Aquarius Care Home for the past 16 months. I would like to once again thank the staff for their incredible hard..."Read all 21 reviews

from £1,000 / week20 rooms

Aquarius Care Home is a home from home residential dementia facility offering 20 single rooms, some of which are en-suite rooms, to the elderly requiring day to day living assistance and to younger adults... Read more

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Chatham Waters Care Home

Gillingham Gate Road, Gillingham ME4 4FT

3.5 miles from centre of Rainham

Opening Aug 2026

14 2

from £1,775 / week75 rooms

Chatham Waters believes peoples later lives should be lived with dignity, comfort, and meaningful connection. Every resident is treated with deep respect, with autonomy and individuality always honoured.... Read more