
Very friendly staff. Have been to others to visit my uncle and nowhere is as good as BrabourneDave M(Nephew of Resident/Service User)

The whole team have gone above and beyond whilst caring for my dadNicolette G(Daughter of Resident/Service User)

nothing is too much trouble.N P(Daughter of Resident/Service User)

Very friendly staff. Have been to others to visit my uncle and nowhere is as good as BrabourneDave M(Nephew of Resident/Service User)

The whole team have gone above and beyond whilst caring for my dadNicolette G(Daughter of Resident/Service User)

nothing is too much trouble.N P(Daughter of Resident/Service User)

Brabourne Care Centre opened in 2006 and provides bespoke care packages for a range of needs from residential and dementia to convalescent and end-of-life care.
Facilities include lounges and en-suite rooms and a well established garden, where residents are encouraged to enjoy their independence and make the most of every day.
The team respond to the changing physical, personal and social needs of residents. By taking time to get to know...
Care Provided by Brabourne Care Centre
Primary Care Categories
- Older Person Care
- Dementia
- Physical Disability
- Visual / Hearing Impairment
- Younger Adults
Length of Stay
- Permanent Care
- Respite Care
Care Types Provided
- Residential Care
- Nursing Care
- Dementia Residential Care
- Dementia Nursing Care
- For a maximum of 82 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
- Advanced/Complex Dementia
Other Care Provided
- Parkinson's Disease
- Stroke
- Palliative / End of Life Care
- COPD/Pulmonary Disease
- Convalescent Care
- Acquired Brain Injury (ABI)
Facilities
- Own Furniture if required
- 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
nursing fees plus FNC
The price(s) shown are provided by the care home. Contact Brabourne Care Centre for full pricing details and T&Cs.
Contact Brabourne 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)
Support you may be entitled to
- If you chose a care home based in England, you may be eligible for NHS Funded Nursing Care (FNC), which helps cover the cost of nursing. This is worth £267.68 per week and is usually paid directly to the care home.
Good to Know
Group / Owner
- Opus Care Ltd
- Private Owned
Person in charge
- Genevieve Rodrigues (Manager)
Local Authority / Social Services
Admission Information
- Ages 60+
Care Home Design/Build
- Purpose Built: Yes
- Year Purpose Built: 2006
- Number of floors: 3
Room Information
- Single Rooms (82)
Brabourne Care Centre Reviews (99)
Brabourne Care Centre has a Review Score of 9.9 (9.879) out of 10, based on 36 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Brabourne Care Centre has 99 reviews.
Although I do not have any comparison - my mother was well looked after and occupied during the day. She appeared clean and well-dressed. She was not lonely and appeared to enjoy the company of staff and other residents. The well-being team enabled her to communicate with me (her daughter) several times a week. I could only be with her occasionally but it was always a positive experience. She was stimulated by staff and activities
Thank you for taking the time to send in your review., our care team will appreciate your kind words.
Wonderful care home with amazing staff. They looked after my mum who was in rehabilitation. They also took great care in looking after ourselves too. They made us feel very welcome and couldn't do enough to help us all. One staff member, in particular, was amazing, making sure we were well looked after with plenty of tea and cake! Every single staff member played a massive part in making my mum's stay, a home-from-home experience.
Thank you for your lovely comments. It was a pleasure to look after your mum. We would be delighted to help again if needed.
My mother was in the care of Brabourne for eight years until she sadly passed away in July. Throughout her time at Brabourne, she was very well cared for and always clean and well groomed. In her early years at Brabourne, she enjoyed time in the lounge with friends she made, finding an interest in new hobbies and always loved to participate in the entertainment provided. When covid arrived it was a challenging time for staff, residents and family, but Brabourne did absolutely the very best they possibly could in such difficult circumstances. Spending eight years at Brabourne, Mum got to know many of the staff really well and was lucky enough to have continuity of care throughout her time there, with many of the same staff caring for her from the day she arrived until the day she sadly passed away. During Mum's last few days the staff were very kind to my brother and me, helping to guide us through such a difficult time and showed true compassion and care. Thank you to all at Brabourne.
Thank you for your kind and thoughtful words, which we appreciate all the more at this difficult and sad time for you and the family. It was our privilege to care for your mum for 8 years, she will be sadly missed. We are here to support you over the coming weeks and months. If you need us, please feel able to drop by at any time.
Mum suffers from Alzheimer's, late-onset and we needed to find her some respite care whilst taking a family break. Brabourne Care team were fantastic and carefully and compassionately guiding us through the whole process. Mum was made to feel welcome and settled with ease. The professional nursing and level of care she needed was tailored exactly to her individual requirements. I would have no hesitation in recommending Brabourne Care Centre and will be forever grateful.
Thank you for your kind comments, our team will be delighted to read them. We hope we are able to welcome your mum back for another visit and to support the family at anytime you need us.
If I could leave zero stars I would. Staff and management have no intentions to honour their policies or promises to right wrongs. The most vulnerable patients lives put at risk due to staff failing to answer buzzer, the excuse offered by management "a power cut" which is more alarming as it happened all day every day. Allowing patients with compromised mental capacity to choose and eat totally inappropriate meals for their dietary needs. I requested several times a complaints form and was finally sent what looked like a primary school child's homework, ridiculously unprofessional for serious issues. Family members attended a meeting with management but came away with nothing but lame excuses.
We are deeply sorry that you feel this way, we continually strive to achieve first-class care for all our residents. A thorough investigation has been undertaken by both the Regulatory and Local Authorities and this has been concluded to their satisfaction. Again, I can only apologise for the...
The staff were all very caring and were so helpful at all times. The food was excellent and very plentiful. The staff were always on hand because I was wheelchair-bound most of the time.
Thank you for taking the time to provide a review and for your lovely comments which will mean so much to all the Opus Care team.
Our mother moved to Brabourne Care Centre in April 2022 for end of life care. We are very happy that she spent her last three weeks there. The staff were very welcoming and caring to our mother as well as to us, her family. She was always clean and well taken care of. The staff members communicated clearly with us and our mother, who also had dementia. When we realised that it was near the end for our mother, they allowed family members to be with her around the clock, so we were there in the final moments. We are very grateful to Brabourne Care Centre and their staff.
Thank you so much for taking the time to write your review, whilst grieving the loss of your mother. We were privileged to spend time with your mum and your family and we thank you for trusting her into our care. She will be sadly missed.
What I really appreciated at Brabourne Care Centre was the availability, the support and the kindness of the leading staff for both the resident and the resident’s family. They do their very best to keep the family informed, involved and to accommodate the resident’s needs. That is so much appreciated. The carers are also very nice, very helpful and very respectful toward the residents. They take their time and are very calm with everyone. The bedroom is kept very clean and the newly refurbished lounge and dining room make the residents feel positive, relaxed and at home.
Thank you for your kind words and thoughtful review. We like to work in partnership with families and place emphasis on keeping everyone fully informed. Our staff will really appreciate your positive comments on the care we provide and the homely environment we offer, thank you again.
My husband is a resident in Brabourne Home. I have found that my husband is well looked after and cared for by all the staff, who are most helpful when I need help and advice. This is my husband's second stay and I have been self-funding with the hope of him becoming a permanent resident with the help of the government, in your facility.
Thank you, it's a pleasure to care for and support your husband. We welcome you all to our extended family, both now and again in the future.
I found the home very warm and friendly. Clean and smelling very nice. The staff are very good and caring and very helpful. Would really recommend to friends and family.
Thank you, it means so much to the team to hear your kind words. We strive to provide the best care and companionship to our lovely residents and providing a comfortable setting is an important aspect of all we offer.
Mum was settled in very quickly. Our major concern was Mum's care. The staff are just lovely and we feel Mum is treated with dignity and respect and the staff are kind to Mum. The home is an hour at least drive, however, no way would we move Mum closer, as the care and kindness are our major priority. Thank you, Brabourne.
Thank you for entrusting your mum into our care, it's lovely to hear she has settled in so well and it will mean so much to the team to hear your kind words.
The delivery of medication to patients seems a bit erratic, especially in the evenings and the night staff have a poor understanding of English, to be able to understand the needs of a vulnerable patient.
We're sorry that you feel we have fallen short on delivering the first-class care that we aim for and pride ourselves on. We would welcome the opportunity to discuss your experiences and undertake a thorough review. All our staff are highly trained and speak English to the required British...
Everyone was so kind to my mum. Thank you.
Thank you for entrusting her into our care. It is a privilege to look after loved ones and their families and we really appreciate you taking the time to share your support.
Everyone at Brabourne have been very kind and helpful at all times. We have no complaints.
Thank you for your kind words. Our staff will really appreciate you taking the time to share your thoughts and experience.
As I can't use names, I would like to say that all the people who had dealings with my mother were excellent. From management to covid testers, caring staff and cleaners, all were so polite and caring, I could not have asked for more. When our mum passed away, we were notified very promptly. Thank you to all staff.
Thank you - it has been a privilege to support your mum and your family, and it means so much to us to have been able to have been entrusted with her care. She is much missed by all the staff.
I found that the staff and management were friendly and professional in their care and dealing with me.
Thank you for your lovely comments, it has been an absolute pleasure to look after you. Warmest wishes for the New Year from everyone at Brabourne Care Centre.
Caring and professional staff. I found the menu didn't cater for vegetarians but staff were happy to buy in if required. My only concern was a diet rather too focused of dairy which was a problem with high cholesterol. Often staff shortages appeared to put pressure on nurses and carers but there was no decline in their ability to do the job with a positive and kind attitude. Efficient cleaning and laundry (done with a smile.) I felt confident with the physio support.
Thank you for your constructive and valuable feedback. It gives the staff a real boost to know that families and residents acknowledge their commitment and dedication. I have passed on your concerns about the nutritional merits of the vegetarian menu to our chef and manager. We would welcome the...
Excellent care was given to mum throughout her stay at Brabourne Care Centre. She was made very comfortable and the family were kept up-to-date every step of the way. A lovely calm setting.
Thank you, it's been a pleasure to care for and support your mum. We really appreciate your kind comments.
My husband, who has severe dementia, spent three and a half days respite at Barbourne Lodge. I was struck by the efficiency and cleanliness of the home. The friendliness and professionalism of the staff and the attention to detail to ensure my husband's visits went smoothly. They were very kind and caring people. It was a very safe and realiable environment.
Thank you for taking the time to share such lovely feedback. We pride ourselves on offering the highest standard of care and are delighted that this was your experience when your husband visited, our team will be really pleased to hear your kind comments.
A big thank you to all the staff involved with my dad.
Thank you for your kind words, it has been our pleasure to look after your dad and we're delighted to have been able to settle any worries you may have had.
Regulatory Rating
Care Quality Commission (CQC) Rating
Date: 12 January 2022Requires improvement
- CaringGood
- EffectiveGood
- ResponsiveGood
- SafeRequires improvement
- Well-ledRequires improvement
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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News (2) & Events (1)
- 16 Jul 2026
Brabourne Care centre was recently asked to host a roundtable discussion on workforce challenges during Care Home Open Week. We were joined by professionals across the sector who led conversation...
- 11 Nov 2024
We thoroughly enjoyed getting together with residents, families and friends at our recent cheese and wine event. A fabulous buffet provided by our kitchen team, lovely conversation with staff and...
- 25 Sep 2026Organiser: Brabourne Care Centre
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Meet the Team (6)

I am passionate about supporting residents to live well, feel valued and thrive. My focus is to deliver exceptional care and create a wonderful place to call home.
I have 12 years experience of commissioning and managing high quality nursing care facilities throughout the industry. My business leadership qualifications and experience brought me to join Opus Care in 2018 as this environment enables me to balance my skills and my desire to ensure that the happiness of elderly residents is at the heart of all we do.
Opus Care holds a unique position in Kent, established by medical professionals to create the best quality nursing facility within a modern, purpose built environment. It is a privilege to work alongside a compassionate, talented and devoted team. Spending time with our communities of happy, settled residents and speaking with reassured families always makes going the extra mile worthwhile.

Renowned for her unwavering commitment to clinical excellence, Indu has successfully steered many reputed care services through rigorous CQC inspections with Outstanding rating outcomes, raised care standards, and led transformative quality improvement programmes. Indu’s reputation as an innovative leader is further underscored by her creative intergenerational care initiative and this pioneering model, celebrated nationally, and featured in publications including the Daily Mail, has been acclaimed for its profound social impact and its ability to bridge generations through shared care.
Currently, Indu is extending her leadership journey through a Level 7 HR- Senior People Professional Apprentice. This academic pursuit reflects her vision for strategic leadership, workforce development, and the cultivation of resilient healthcare systems. Her professional affiliations include the Royal College of Nursing, the Society of Tissue Viability, Gold Standards Framework, Dementia Friends organisation and the Kent Acquired Brain Injury Forum.

Petko is a values-driven leader and people strategist with more than 15 years’ experience across health and social care, specialising in dementia care, team leadership and cultural transformation. At OPUSCARE, he shapes strategic workforce and care practices, leading initiatives focused on leadership mentoring, equality and inclusive team development. Widely recognised for his reflective and empowering leadership style, he is committed to building psychologically safe, high-performing teams where both residents and colleagues feel valued and supported. Alongside his leadership role, Petko is currently completing a Level 7 Senior People Professional apprenticeship and is working towards Chartered Fellow status with the CIPD.
Petko has overseen service improvements and care quality developments, embedding structured quality frameworks and people-centred initiatives that enhance team wellbeing and the lived experience of residents. He is the architect of OPUSCARE’s Trainee Community Leads programme, a leadership pathway designed to nurture internal talent, strengthen operational capability and align values-based behaviours with outstanding care delivery. Drawing on coaching, mentoring and organisational behaviour theory, he supports teams to navigate change, strengthen inspection readiness and embed reflective supervision into everyday practice. At the heart of his work lies a deep commitment to equity, dignity and excellence in dementia care, underpinned by his belief that exceptional care is achieved when curiosity, kindness and strategic leadership come together to help people truly thrive.

As Compliance Lead at Opus Care Limited, Daniela brings over a decade of experience within the health and social care sector, having begun her career in 2013 and steadily progressed through a variety of roles across both residential and nursing care settings.
Since stepping into the Compliance Lead role in 2019, Daniela has been instrumental in supporting high standards of care, ensuring regulatory compliance, and promoting best practice across services. With a strong background in management, she developed a comprehensive understanding of operational challenges and quality assurance within care environments.Her hands-on experience across care settings, combined with a commitment to continuous improvement, enables her to effectively guide teams, uphold compliance standards, and contribute to the delivery of safe, person-centred care.

As Wellbeing Lead, Tina has been involved with developing and implementing our enhanced wellbeing planners, ensuring activities are purposeful, inclusive, and tailored to each resident’s life history, preferences, and abilities. Her approach supports engagement, independence, and a strong sense of identity, embedding wellbeing into everyday care.
Tina’s leadership has contributed to achieving the Gold Standard Dementia Accreditation at Folkestone Care Centre, reflecting her commitment to excellence in social engagement for our service users and best practice.
She is recognised for fostering a warm, inclusive environment where residents feel valued, connected, and supported, demonstrating Opus Care’s commitment to being Caring, Responsive, and Well-led.

David works closely with his Head Chefs and trusted suppliers to deliver fresh, well-balanced, and beautifully presented meals, with a strong focus on choice, seasonality, and quality ingredients. His leadership ensures that dining is not only nutritious, but also something residents genuinely look forward to each day.
At the heart of David’s approach is a commitment to truly knowing each resident. He takes pride in creating personalised menus that reflect individual tastes, preferences, and dietary needs—ensuring every meal feels familiar, enjoyable, and meaningful.
Known for his warm personality and engaging presence, David plays an active role in celebrations, themed dining experiences, and special occasions, helping to create a welcoming, vibrant atmosphere where food brings people together.
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