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Oakdene Rest Home

165 Minster Road, Minster-on-Sea, Sheerness, Kent ME12 3LH
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Oakdene Rest Home, Sheerness

Oakdene Rest Home, in Sheerness, is ideal for residential care and dementia-related illnesses.

The services is built around individuality, independence and personal dignity, with the aim being to provide sensitive care but also allowing clients to live as normally as possible.

Part of the Sohal Healthcare range, Oakdene staff are well-trained and committed to the best residential standards for older people.

Care Provided by Oakdene Rest Home

Primary Care Categories

  • Older Person Care
  • Dementia
  • Learning Disability / Autism
  • Mental Health Condition
  • Physical Disability
  • Visual / Hearing Impairment
  • Eating Disorders

Length of Stay

  • Permanent Care
  • Respite Care

Care Types Provided

  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • For a maximum of 27 Service Users

Dementia Care Types

  • Mild Dementia
  • Moderate Dementia
  • Advanced/Complex Dementia

Other Care Provided

  • Parkinson's Disease
  • Stroke
  • Palliative / End of Life Care
  • COPD/Pulmonary Disease
  • Convalescent Care
  • Day Care

Facilities

  • Own Furniture if required
  • Pet Friendly (or by arrangement)
  • Close to Local shops
  • Near Public Transport
  • Stairlift
  • Wheelchair Access
  • Gardens
  • Residents Kitchenette
  • Phone Point in own room
  • Television point in own room

Funding & Fees

Weekly Charges per Person

Type of carePermanentRespite
Residential Care£1,250 - £1,300£1,400 - £1,400
Residential Dementia Care£1,300 - £1,300£1,400 - £1,400

Our commitment is to offer each person respect, dignity, choice and control. We will support all family members with the transition period when they decide to move their loved one into full time care. We have an open door policy and welcome everyone.

Contact Oakdene Rest Home to confirm what's included and get a personalised quote:

Funding Types Accepted

  • Self-Funding (Private)
  • Local Authority with Top-up
  • Local Authority
  • NHS Continuing Healthcare (CHC)

Good to Know

Group / Owner

Person in charge

  • Sharon Cordrey (Manager)

Local Authority / Social Services

Admission Information

  • Ages 65+

Care Home Design/Build

  • Purpose Built: No
  • Last Refurbishment: 2020
  • Number of floors: 2

Room Information

  • Single Rooms (27)
  • Single Rooms with ensuite Wet Room (5)

Visiting

  • Open door policy you can visit when you like

Parking

  • All visitors able to use the main car park.

Oakdene Rest Home Reviews (87)

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9.6

Oakdene Rest Home has a Review Score of 9.6 (9.625) out of 10, based on 12 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time Oakdene Rest Home has 87 reviews.

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Review from S P (Niece of Resident) published on 13 October 2023 Submitted via Postal Card
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At first I was concerned regarding my aunt going onto a care home, however after 2.5 years, I feel happier. Oakdene is taking such good care of her and her fellow residents, they are kind and do an excellent job.
The families are involved with social events, with wonderful food laid on.

The staff do an amazing job and show kindness and compassion to all residents.

Reply from Sharon Cordrey, Registered Manager at Oakdene Rest Home

Thank you so much for your kind words, these words mean so much to us.

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Review from Edward P (Friend of Resident) published on 13 October 2023 Submitted via Postal Card
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Yes, very good in all parts. I think this is an excellent home.

Reply from Sharon Cordrey, Registered Manager at Oakdene Rest Home

Thank you for your kind words, this means a lot to all the staff at Oakdene.

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Review from J K (Husband of Resident) published on 10 October 2023 Submitted via Postal Card
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I am always struck by the friendliness and positive attitude of the staff. I visit twice a week. There is constant excellence in everything the staff do, from personal care, group activities and general awareness of the needs of the individuals. There is a general sense of calmness and a very high standard of excellence, and individuals have the freedom to move at their own pace around the building and are not restricted apart from obvious security.

Reply from Sharon Cordrey, Registered Manager at Oakdene Rest Home

Thank you so much for your kind words; this means a lot to me and the staff.

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Review from Ron L (Husband of Resident) published on 29 August 2023 Submitted via Postal Card
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My son works in a care home and I have been a visitor to three care homes but none of them come even close to Oakdene Rest Home where my wife is staying. When you visit Oakdene, you can see and feel the love, the dedication and see the joy in their faces when they are caring for someone and I have so much respect and admiration for every one of them, even the way the cleaners, the cooks, the handyman all get stuck in, it's a joy to see. It's a place I wouldn't mind ending up myself.

Reply from Sharon Cordrey, Registered Manager at Oakdene Rest Home

Thank you so much for your kind words. This means a lot to the staff when we have reviews like this.

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Review from Rachael N (Granddaughter of Resident) published on 11 May 2023 Submitted via Website
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It’s early days, but we’re very happy with the care Nan has received to date. The staff genuinely seem to really care and build relationships with their residents, and despite being extremely busy, are helpful and friendly to family and friends when visiting. I love the updates on the FaceBook page, as do my parents especially, who live in Greece - so lovely to still feel connected and see photos of her day.

Thank you.

Reply from Sharon Cordrey, Registered Manager at Oakdene Rest Home

Thank you for such kind words. We really do appreciate all the positive feedback. Thank you again.

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Review from Sharon W (Daughter of Resident) published on 10 May 2023 Submitted via Website
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My father has Alzheimer’s; he has been in Oakdene rest home for over five years. In all that time, he has been treated with respect, dignity and love. The staff and management look after residents as if they are family.
Communication with relatives is excellent; I can ring any time, and I am kept informed of Dad's condition. The family are included in the care.
Daily activities are tailored to the individual. Musicians and singers come in from time to time.
There is no regime if a resident wants a day in bed or in their pyjamas, then that’s what they have as if they were in their own home.
The care given is second to none. The home is decorated like their own house. Pictures and decorations are what you would expect from their era.
During the recent pandemic, the staff went above and beyond.

I would not hesitate to recommend anybody to this wonderful home, and its truly hard-working, caring management and staff.

Reply from Sharon Cordrey, Registered Manager at Oakdene Rest Home

Thank you for your kind words. It is a privilege to care for your Dad.

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Review from K W (Daughter-in-law of Resident) published on 6 May 2023 Submitted via Website
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My mother-in-law has been at Oakdene for respite care for just over a week. The care and loving nature of this residence is clear. From the visit, we have had and the updates we can see, it is clear she is happy and safe in her new home. The carers we spoke to were professional and accommodating to us during our visit. Her room is clean and decorated nicely. The facilities and activities laid on mean that the residents are kept occupied and engaged. A lovely place.

Reply from Sharon Cordrey, Registered Manager at Oakdene Rest Home

Thank you for your kind words. We look forward to continuing to care for your mum-in-law.

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Review from Rebecca B (Granddaughter of Resident) published on 6 May 2023 Submitted via Website
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My nan is staying at Oakdene for respite, and we are so impressed by it. As soon as you walk in, it feels like a home, not a care home, which is lovely. My nan is incredibly happy and very well looked after. All staff are so patient and kind with her, and we couldn’t ask for a better place for her to be. Their social media page for families is absolutely brilliant and always updated, and we can see exactly how Nan is getting on daily.

Reply from Sharon Cordrey, Registered Manager at Oakdene Rest Home

Thank you for such lovely words. We hope that everyone settles here and the staff are amazing!

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Review from David B (Son-in-law of Resident) published on 5 May 2023 Submitted via Website
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Fantastic rest home with dedicated staff.
I couldn’t wish for my mother-in-law to be better cared for.
I’ve not seen my mother-in-law so happy with her advanced dementia.
She is well cared for 24/7.

Thank you to all the staff at Oakdene; you are all so caring and dedicated to your job!

Reply from Sharon Cordrey, Registered Manager at Oakdene Rest Home

Thank you for your kind words. All your comments will be passed on to the care staff.

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Review from Nikki B (Daughter of Resident) published on 5 May 2023 Submitted via Website
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Absolutely brilliant, caring staff that have compassion for every patient there!
Professional, dedicated to the best I’ve ever seen!
My mum has settled in so well, and the staff, from cook and cleaner to carers, are simply amazing.
The crafts and activities are stimulating too!
It’s immaculate and homely.
My mum looks like s new woman already!
I would highly recommend this rest home as being the most caring home ever!
Thank you to every member of staff that work there.
You are doing a fantastic job with your dedication.

You are all amazing.

Reply from Sharon Cordrey, Registered Manager at Oakdene Rest Home

Thank you for your kind words. We aim to please! So glad you like Oakdene.

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Review from L A (Son-in-law of Resident) published on 12 April 2023 Submitted via Postal Card
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Very friendly, cheerful and patient staff. A lovely home which feels like a home rather than a care home. Great choice of food and a clean, comfortable room.

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Review from Charles S (Resident / Service User) published on 24 February 2023 Submitted via Postal Card
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From a very run down and low existence of life, I have been invigorated by the rest home from day one of acceptance to a now very much improved and contented being. Thanks to the wonderful people, care and attention. Thank you all sincerely.

Reply from Sharon Cordrey, Registered Manager at Oakdene Rest Home

Thank you very much for your kind words. It was a pleasure to have you in our home, and all the staff at Oakdene wish you well.

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Review from G B (Resident / Service User) published on 24 February 2023 Submitted via Postal Card
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Welcoming and comfortable place to live. The food is generally very good and there is pretty much everything which I need.

Reply from Sharon Cordrey, Registered Manager at Oakdene Rest Home

Thank you very much. We are glad you are happy and comfortable at Oakdene.

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Review from Christina T (Daughter of Resident) published on 10 January 2023 Submitted via Postal Card
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My mother has recently passed away, but the care she received for the two years she was at Oakdene was excellent.
All staff, including the managers, were extremely caring to both residents and their family members.

I would definitely have no hesitation recommending Oakdene Rest Home to friends, family or other members of the public.

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Review from Sylvi B (Daughter of Resident) published on 9 January 2023 Submitted via Website
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The staff at Oakdene care treat all residents as if they are personal family members and feel the trauma themselves when residents are unwell.
The standard of care is so high that we know we can trust them with every part of our relative's care.
They are transparent, honest, and, most of all, the best team I have ever come across.
They know how to care for the residents and their family's rooms.

A huge thank you to you all.

Reply from Sharon Cordrey, Registered Manager at Oakdene Rest Home

Thank you for your kind words; it is a pleasure to look after mum.

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Review from Kathy S (Daughter of Resident) published on 9 January 2023 Submitted via Website
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My mum was a resident at Oakdene for three years until her death in January 2023. She was so happy there, and the staff showered her with love. They treated her as though she was their grandmother.
They cared for her in her final days when I was unable to visit due to Covid. My son, a doctor, was able to visit and said the standard of care given was equal to anything he had seen on the intensive care wards.

We have nothing but praise for Oakdene.

Reply from Sharon Cordrey, Registered Manager at Oakdene Rest Home

Thank you, Mum will sadly be missed here at Oakdene.

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Review from Emma P (Daughter of Resident) published on 9 January 2023 Submitted via Website
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My late father was in the wonderful care of Oakdene during the last year of his life. As his health deteriorated, the staff cared for him with dignity, respect and compassion. I cannot thank them enough for all they did for him and for all the support they gave us as a family during such a difficult time. We stay in regular contact with the team at Oakdene because they became part of our family.

Reply from Sharon Cordrey, Registered Manager at Oakdene Rest Home

Thank you so much for your kind words and the support you have given us.

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Review from E B (Daughter-in-law of Resident) published on 2 September 2022 Submitted via Postal Card
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Very helpful staff. My mother-in-law was sent to Oakdene from hospital. She has been cared for by all concerned far better than we could have done.
Whenever we have been visiting we has always felt very welcome. Nothing is too much trouble.

Very happy.

Reply from Sharon Cordrey, Registered Manager at Oakdene Rest Home

Thank you for your positive comments. If we can do anything to improve your rating we would be happy to discuss it with you.

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Review from Christopher B (Son of Resident) published on 1 September 2022 Submitted via Postal Card
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The staff are all very nice. Nothing seems too much trouble. They are always happy to talk and answer any questions. Mother has dementia, so can be difficult sometimes, but the staff are very patient and deal with it very well.

Reply from Sharon Cordrey, Registered Manager at Oakdene Rest Home

Thank you for your review. We hope to continue with our good work.

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Review from Henry S (Son of Resident) published on 4 August 2022 Submitted via Website
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My father has been in the home for just over a month he has Alzheimer's and is also blind and needs support in all his needs which is provided by a very caring friendly team.

We as a family visit a number of times a week we are made very welcome and nothing is too much trouble for the staff.

Reply from Sharon Cordrey, Registered Manager at Oakdene Rest Home

Thank you for your kind words, that means a lot to the care staff.

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Regulatory Rating

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Date: 22 October 2025
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Requires improvement
  • CaringGood
  • EffectiveRequires improvement
  • ResponsiveGood
  • SafeRequires improvement
  • Well-ledRequires improvement
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Sharon Cordrey
Sharon CordreyJob Title:ManagerJoined: 2017

Hi, I am the manager of Oakdene and have been working here for 7 years. I have many years of experience plus a degree in Social Work. My aim here is to ensure all of our residents are treated with respect, and dignity and have full choice and control in their lives. All of our residents have a voice and should be heard!

Julie Keyse
Julie KeyseJob Title:Deputy ManagerJoined: 2020

Hello, I am the Deputy Manager for Oakdene and have worked here for 3 years. I am passionate about my job and ensure we offer a person-centred approach to all of our residents. We work closely with outside agencies and have tremendous support from our friends and families. We look forward to meeting you all.

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