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The purpose-built care centre specialises in residential and dementia care for older people.
There are 22 bedrooms upstairs and 18 bedrooms downstairs, each with the benefit of an en-suite shower room.
Chilton Care Centre organises regular activities enabling residents to pursue new and existing hobbies and maintain past times.
Staff work hard to ensure individuals retain their independence, privacy, dignity and way of life in a caring environment.
Care Provided by Chilton Care Centre
Primary Care Categories
- Older Person Care
- Dementia
- Mental Health Condition
- Physical Disability
- Visual / Hearing Impairment
Length of Stay
- Permanent Care
- Respite Care
Care Types Provided
- Residential Care
- Dementia Residential Care
- For a maximum of 40 Service Users
Dementia Care TypesMild Dementia
Someone living with our definition of "mild dementia" might experience some or all of the following:
- Memory problems such as misplacing items and not be able to recall recent events (however, in some forms of dementia a person's memory may be unchanged)
- Difficulties thinking through problems and planning, making decisions
- Language and communication issues such as finding it difficult to recall the appropriate word in a conversation or following a conversation
- Poor orientation, getting lost in areas previously familiar to them
- Difficulty judging distances (more falls than usual)
- Changes in their normal mood including anxiety and depression
- In certain types of dementia, personality and behaviour changes may be present alongside or instead of issues with memory or concentration.
Moderate Dementia
Someone living with our definition of "moderate dementia" might experience some or all of the following:
- Worsened memory problems. Not always recognising own family members and friends. Repeating the same questions over and over again
- Worsened language and communication issues, forgetting what they are saying mid-sentence. Not being able to understand what someone else is saying
- More frequent confusion, e.g. about the time of day or where they are, including their own home
- Apathy, depression and anxiety
- Believing things that aren't true (paranoia)
- Frequent hallucinations
- Lack of emotional control, quick to anger, fearfulness, sadness
- Loss of inhibition
- Difficulties sleeping or waking during the night and behaving as though it is daytime - loss of circadian rhythm.
Advanced Dementia
Someone living with our definition of "severe dementia" might experience some or all of the following:
- Severe memory problems. Not recognising family members and friends. Not being able to recall their own name
- Severe language and communication issues, not being able to understand what someone else is saying
- Severe confusion, e.g. about the time of day or where they are, including their own home
- Apathy, depression and anxiety
- Believing things that aren't true (paranoia)
- Frequent hallucinations
- Lack of emotional control, quick to anger, fearfulness, sadness
- Loss of inhibition
- Difficulties sleeping or waking during the night and behaving as though it is daytime - loss of circadian rhythm.
Verbally or physically aggressive behaviour
If your loved one displays this type of behaviour you may need a care home that has specially trained staff. Verbal/physical aggression is often defined:
- Consistent shouting and screaming
- Verbal abuse
- Physical abuse
How we define Dementia Care Types
Mild Dementia
Someone living with our definition of "mild dementia" might experience some or all of the following:
- Memory problems such as misplacing items and not be able to recall recent events (however, in some forms of dementia a person's memory may be unchanged)
- Difficulties thinking through problems and planning, making decisions
- Language and communication issues such as finding it difficult to recall the appropriate word in a conversation or following a conversation
- Poor orientation, getting lost in areas previously familiar to them
- Difficulty judging distances (more falls than usual)
- Changes in their normal mood including anxiety and depression
- In certain types of dementia, personality and behaviour changes may be present alongside or instead of issues with memory or concentration.
Moderate Dementia
Someone living with our definition of "moderate dementia" might experience some or all of the following:
- Worsened memory problems. Not always recognising own family members and friends. Repeating the same questions over and over again
- Worsened language and communication issues, forgetting what they are saying mid-sentence. Not being able to understand what someone else is saying
- More frequent confusion, e.g. about the time of day or where they are, including their own home
- Apathy, depression and anxiety
- Believing things that aren't true (paranoia)
- Frequent hallucinations
- Lack of emotional control, quick to anger, fearfulness, sadness
- Loss of inhibition
- Difficulties sleeping or waking during the night and behaving as though it is daytime - loss of circadian rhythm.
Advanced Dementia
Someone living with our definition of "severe dementia" might experience some or all of the following:
- Severe memory problems. Not recognising family members and friends. Not being able to recall their own name
- Severe language and communication issues, not being able to understand what someone else is saying
- Severe confusion, e.g. about the time of day or where they are, including their own home
- Apathy, depression and anxiety
- Believing things that aren't true (paranoia)
- Frequent hallucinations
- Lack of emotional control, quick to anger, fearfulness, sadness
- Loss of inhibition
- Difficulties sleeping or waking during the night and behaving as though it is daytime - loss of circadian rhythm.
Verbally or physically aggressive behaviour
If your loved one displays this type of behaviour you may need a care home that has specially trained staff. Verbal/physical aggression is often defined:
- Consistent shouting and screaming
- Verbal abuse
- Physical abuse
How we define Dementia Care Types
- Mild Dementia
- Moderate Dementia
Other Care Provided
- Parkinson's Disease
- Stroke
- Palliative / End of Life Care
- COPD/Pulmonary Disease
- Day Care
Facilities
- Own Furniture if required
- Pet Friendly (or by arrangement)
- Smoking not permitted
- Close to Local shops
- Near Public Transport
- Minibus or other transport
- Lift
- Wheelchair Access
- Gardens
- Phone Point in own room
- Television point in own room
- Residents Internet Access
Funding & Fees
Weekly Charges per Person
no top up fee
The price(s) shown are provided by the care home. Contact Chilton Care Centre for full pricing details and T&Cs.
Contact Chilton Care Centre 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
- St Philips Care Group
- Private Owned
Person in charge
- Maxine Smith (Manager)
Local Authority / Social Services
Admission Information
- Ages 50+
Care Home Design/Build
- Purpose Built: Yes
- Year Purpose Built: 2006
- Number of floors: 2
Room Information
- Single Rooms (40)
- Single Rooms with ensuite Wet Room (40)
Chilton Care Centre Reviews (81)
Chilton Care Centre has a Review Score of 9.8 (9.812) out of 10, based on 33 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Chilton Care Centre has 81 reviews.
Both parents moved into Chilton Care Centre in September and are now permanent residents. The team are fantastic, providing personalised care and support. I have had the privilege of spending quite some time with my parents so have experienced all the different team members and I include 'back of house ' staff in my comments. They have taken time to know both parents as individuals and their likes/dislikes/interests/backgrounds. I love that my mam continues to be 'dressed' every day in her coordinating outfits. I'm delighted that more activities are being delivered and know this is making a difference. Dad initially kept telling me that they were in a local hotel - as it was a 4 star one that indicates his appreciation of the surroundings, staff and food. Both parents' nutrition and hydration is really important and has improved whilst being resident. Food's cooked on the premises and is delicious. I can relax knowing my parents are safe, being well cared for and most importantly are happy.
Thank you so much for your kind review. I will be sure to pass on your appreciation to the staff.
Mam entered this care home in May 2021 due to not being safe at home, even with four times-a-day home care visits. She settled in immediately and during her final twenty-two months spoke nothing but highly of the staff and care she received. As a family, we are eternally grateful for the care and dignity that she was given during her final time with us. I am in no doubt that her life was extended by the care she received in this wonderful care home and its amazing staff. Would highly recommend. Thank you.
Thank you for your kind review, I will be sure to pass it on to the staff.
Communication is of a very high standard and on many levels, goes above and beyond expectations.
I'm very happy with Dad's care and more importantly, he's happy.
Thank you for your kind review, I'm sure the staff will be delighted to hear this. Many thanks.
So pleased my dad is at Chilton Care Centre. The staff are all amazing with him and have made him feel at home. Nothing is too much trouble for them. Food is homemade, he really enjoys his meals, and his room is lovely and cosy. Cannot thank them enough for the care and support they give him.
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I would recommend this care home. The care staff are amazing, they are the best I have ever seen and had dealings with. I work in a care home and the staff in Chilton Care Centre are 100% better than anywhere I have seen. The management are helpful and nothing is a problem to them. Truly amazing.
Many thanks for your amazing review, I will certainly pass this on to all staff.
Girls are efficient and friendly. They make the home as relaxed as they possibly can. Mam has everything she needs and is well looked after.
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The manager is also fabulous, keeping family in the loop when it comes to care, as well as genuinely caring about her residents and their experience.
Thank you to you all, from the carers to the chefs to the domestic staff- your hard work does not go unseen.
Thank you so much for your lovely review, I will be sure to pass this on to the staff who appreciate your support.
I simply cannot rate or recommend Chilton Care Centre highly enough. We have been going through one of the most difficult times and the manager and her team have supported us every step of the way and made us feel at ease. The support and care they provide are second to none and the facilities are excellent! Would not hesitate to recommend Chilton to any family who is looking for a home from home for a loved one!
Thank you for taking the time to leave such a lovely review. I will ensure the home manager and the team receive your feedback.
I find Chilton Care Centre to be exceptional in everything they do, the staff I believe are second to none, they always go out of their way when I visit they are always very friendly and accommodating always a cup of tea if I want one regardless of the time and a biscuit of course, there’s always plenty of activities for the residents which I find keeps my mother occupied and she certainly enjoys whatever is on, she’s always up for a dance or song and they always get the residents involved in certain activities. I find the room, my mother is in to be nice and spacious her own en suite, my mother certainly likes it here which is certainly half the battle knowing we can leave her and she’ll be looked after. I will never rate any care home with 5 stars, that is not a negative as such but can’t believe all care homes can charge what they do, for the residency especially if you are a paying resident, it certainly doesn’t pay to do well for yourself in life.
Fantastic all-round care. Staff go above and beyond to ensure that service users are well looked after holistically, ensuring all needs are met. The staff treat the service users as their own family members and go above and beyond to make sure they feel safe and at home. Nothing is a problem. Staff communicate effectively and regularly with family members and are there when needed.
Chilton Care Centre provides residents with the best care and attention. My mother is very happy in this home. I have no worries about her being in this care home. They provide regular entertainment for residents and are very attentive to residents needs.
My mam has been in Chilton Care Centre nearly a year, she is receiving the best care ever, she adores all of the staff and they think the world of her, it was her 80th birthday in April. A surprise party was arranged by the staff at the home, it was a brill day, they couldn’t do enough for us all. It’s very rare if ever, we have to address any issues. All the family are very pleased with the care and compassion our mam is receiving. We are grateful to the manager and all of her staff.
Not being able to visit my 91-year-old mother over the last 2-years with Covid restrictions, I am very humbled by the care and professionalism of the staff in Chilton Care home. They have worked under some very difficult circumstances, which could not have been easy. I just want to show my recognition of this, and I will remain forever grateful for the duty of care shown to my mother. Thank you.
Thank you so much for your very kind review, and I will be sure to pass this on to our staff, who will, I'm sure, appreciate the feedback.
My wife has been a resident for just over two years, and the care she has received has been second to none. The staff carry out their duties in a most professional manner blended with a touch of humour that puts their charges at ease. Any problems or needs that my wife has are communicated to me immediately. I cannot praise the staff of the care home enough.
Thank you for taking the time to share your wonderful experience with Chilton Care Centre with us. I will ensure your feedback is also shared with the team.
Thank you.
Thank you for your kind review I will be sure to pass on to the staff.
My mother has been a resident for a couple of years now, and I have to say that they go above and beyond in the care she receives. I also have had help with regards to questions on her care and know if I need anything at all that the staff are there for my mother as well as myself. Everyone who works within this facility is friendly, caring and there whenever needed. I can not praise them enough for everything they do.
Thank you very much for your fantastic feedback; I will be sure to pass this on to the staff.
My father has been at Chilton Care Centre for three and a half weeks, and I have been very impressed since day one. Every member of staff I have met seems very professional, capable, considerate and kind. Nothing seems to be too much trouble, and the feedback regarding my father has been invaluable - he is enjoying it.
Thank you so much for your kind review; it is much appreciated.
Excellent care service, staff always very helpful and treat my father as if they actually do care for him and he is not just a number, definitely making a bad period of life much better for Dad and for us. We have found that any queries/problems we have raised have always been addressed effectively. The help Dad receives is second to none and meals are very good.
Thank you so much for your very kind and welcome review, the staff will be delighted that their continuous work is recognised by family especially in the current situation around Covid.
Helpful and cheerful staff.
Thank you for your review, and if there is anything that we can do to help please do not hesitate to get in touch.
Mother was transferred to Chilton Care Centre after being diagnosed with dementia which seems to be progressing rapidly. Her care is exceptionally good. She is cared for as if she was family, as all the residents seem to be. The home is clean, light and bright and everyone seems very happy, residents and staff. Mam was 90 today and the home provided a singer followed by a beautiful afternoon tea and following negative tests the family were given the use of a private room with afternoon tea and Mam's cake. The room had been decorated with balloons and bunting, it was really fabulous. Overall, all of my siblings are very content that Mam is being very well looked after.
Thank you so much for your very kind review, I'm so pleased you all had a wonderful afternoon, the staff go above and beyond to ensure our residents are happy and well cared for.
Regulatory Rating
Care Quality Commission (CQC) Rating
Date: 12 January 2026Good
- CaringGood
- EffectiveGood
- ResponsiveGood
- SafeGood
- Well-ledGood
Inspection ratings
We rate most services according to how safe, effective, caring, responsive and well-led they are, using four levels:
- Outstanding - The service is performing exceptionally well.
- Good - The service is performing well and meeting our expectations.
- Requires Improvement - The service isn't performing as well as it should and we have told the service how it must improve.
- Inadequate - The service is performing badly and we've taken action against the person or organisation that runs it.
- Not rated - we have not yet rated this area of the service, this is normally because the assessments we have carried out have been focused on other key questions.
Bed Vacancies
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Awards / Recognitions (1)
- 01 Feb 2017Recipient: St Philips Care Group
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Meet the Team (1)

Maxine is our brilliant home manager at Chilton. She is very experienced, and passionate about delivering first class care to all our residents.
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