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Care Provided by Elvy Court Care Home
Primary Care Categories
- Older Person Care
- Dementia
Length of Stay
- Permanent Care
- Respite Care
Care Types Provided
- Residential Care
- Nursing Care
- Dementia Residential Care
- Dementia Nursing Care
- For a maximum of 55 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
Accreditations
- Adopt A Grandparent
Facilities
- Own Furniture if required
- Close to Local shops
- Near Public Transport
- Minibus or other transport
- Lift
- Wheelchair Access
- Gardens
- Bar/Café
- Residents Kitchenette
- Phone Point in own room
- Television point in own room
Funding & Fees
Weekly Charges per Person
The price(s) shown are provided by the care home. Contact Elvy Court Care Home for full pricing details and T&Cs.
Contact Elvy Court Care 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)
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
- Avery Healthcare Group
- Private Owned
Person in charge
- Costel Bonghene(Home Manager)
Local Authority / Social Services
Admission Information
- Mixed (no single-gender units)
- Ages 65+
Care Home Design/Build
- Purpose Built: Yes
- Year Purpose Built: 1994
- Last Refurbishment: 2005
- Number of floors: 2
Room Information
- Single Rooms (55)
- Single Rooms with ensuite Wet Room (6)
Elvy Court Care Home Reviews (104)
Elvy Court Care Home has a Review Score of 9.6 (9.627) out of 10, based on 34 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Elvy Court Care Home has 104 reviews.
I have ticked excellent on all questions as I cannot find fault with anything. The staff and management will do anything for you. The food is very goof and a good selection. The nurses and carers change and turn my wife regularly so she is comfortable and is settled in the home.
Thank you so much for your kind and thoughtful feedback.We're truly delighted to hear that you're happy with the care your wife is receiving and that you feel supported by both our staff and management team. It means a great deal to us to know that she is comfortable and well cared for.Your...
As a ex-nurse I understand how much care she needs and I'd like to say a huge thank you and well done to the whole team.
Thank you so much for your kind and thoughtful message.We are truly delighted to hear that you are pleased with the care your sister receives at Elvy Court. It means a great deal to the whole team to know that their hard work and dedication are recognised and appreciated.Providing a safe,...
My mother has been living at Elvy Court for 3 months. She is always treated with respect and kindness by all of the staff. The overall atmosphere at Elvy Court is calm and peaceful and this has helped my mother to settle in very well. There are activities offered that my mother can choose to participate in as she wishes. She has enjoyed going into the garden and joining in singing when an entertainer came to the home. My mother enjoys the meals provided at Elvy Court and she has found an appetite that she did not have when she lived in her own home. She is encouraged to sit with other residents in the day but she can choose to be in her room or sleep as she wishes. My mother has help with washing and dressing and is always clean and tidy when I visit. Her mobility was poor before living at Elvy Court but it has improved greatly. The staff are always friendly and helpful to myself and my family. We can visit any time and we feel welcome.
Thank you so much for your kind words. We're delighted to hear how well your mother has settled in at Elvy Court and that she feels respected, comfortable, and cared for.It's lovely to know she's enjoying the activities, meals, and garden, and we're especially pleased to hear about the improvement...
My mother was a resident at Elvy Court for 3 weeks' respite following a fall at home. My mother and her 3 daughters were very happy with the care she received. The staff were attentive and kind and went out of their way to make my mother's stay as pleasant as possible. I am a retired district nurse and would definitely recommend Elvy Court for 24-hour care.
Thank you so much for your kind and thoughtful words. We're truly grateful that you took the time to share your positive experience at Elvy Court.It was a pleasure to care for your mother during her respite stay, and we're delighted to hear that both she and her daughters felt well supported and...
Our relative is happy in the home. She enjoys the food and the staff are good at feeding her. A couple of times we have been disappointed with the cleanliness of the room. On one occasion we asked a member of staff to arrange for the carpet to be hoovered and the tables to be wiped. We were disappointed that the video meeting with KCC was held in the room with the resident present. The nurse attending the meeting did not seem fully aware of the needs of the resident. We had to correct these points. The staff generally are very kind, friendly and helpful.
Thank you for your feedback. We're glad to hear your relative is happy and enjoying the food, and we truly appreciate your kind words about our staff. We're sorry to hear about your concerns regarding cleanliness and communication during the meeting, your points have been noted and will be followed...
I am so happy that mum is living in Elvy Court. She is happy there and that means a lot. I cannot fault the staff in all areas. I feel I can approach any member of staff with any concerns I have (not many) and they are dealt with.
Thank you so much for your kind words and for sharing how happy you are with your mum's care at Elvy Court. It means the world to us to know that she feels happy and settled here - that truly is what we strive for every day.We're especially pleased to hear that you feel comfortable approaching any...
Expecting her stay to be of short duration, the fact that she is still with us 4 months later is in part due to the very good care and attention she has received from the staff. Nothing is too much trouble and any minor issues that have arisen, have all been dealt with immediately.
The staff are always available so any worries or concerns can be discussed and quickly resolved.
Thank you so much for taking the time to share your kind words and feedback about your experience with Elvy Court.We are truly sorry to hear about your mum's fall over Christmas, but we're very pleased that we've been able to support her-and your family-during this time. It's always our aim to...
My wife was in Elvy Court's care for over two years. Throughout that time she was treated by all staff with love and kindness. Myself and family are blessed that we chose Elvy Court for her care.
Thankful for the kind words regarding Elvy Court & the care given to your wife. We are grateful for the support given by you & family throughout the time your dear wife was with us. We are pleased that we could provide the quality care needed to ensure your wife was comfortable during her stay.
Mum moved in in December 2024. All the staff were supportive and accommodating during what was, for us, a very stressful time. Mum is always clean, well-presented and happy when we visit. We have noticed that she is also more alert and communicative than she has ever been. When we visit the staff are always friendly and nothing is ever too much trouble. Mum is always treated with respect and dignity. The room, clothes, and sheets are always clean too!
Elvy Court are really grateful for the five-star review that you have given us. Moving a loved one into care is a really stressful time for families & we are glad that you felt supported throughout this process. It's great to hear that your mum is settled, comfortable & happy at Elvy Court. Thank you once again
We found the home to be lovely, very kind people, helpful and caring. Always ready to help you in anything.
We really appreciate you taking your time to give Elvy Court a lovely review. Awarding us five stars in all areas is a real credit to all the staff that work at Elvy Court. Thank you.
I can go in anytime unexpectedly, and my dear mum is always clean, no matter what time, day or night. Thank you to the staff at Elvy Court for making me feel at ease.
We are pleased that you feel at ease with your dear mum being cared for at Elvy Court & mum is also comfortable.Thank you for the five star rating, credit to all the staff.
Mum sadly passed away on Christmas Eve after spending three and a half years in Elvy Court. I cannot thank them enough for the loving care she received in that time. They all became part of her family and mine too after spending two or three days a week in there. Thank you all.
Thank you for your positive feedback regarding Elvy Court and the care that your mother received whilst here with us. We are pleased that your mother and yourself felt part of the Elvy Court family.
My mother-in-law stayed for 2 weeks respite. She settled in really quickly and easily. The staff and management are so friendly. We really were not sure if we were doing the right thing but it definitely was. I would highly recommend them and will be using them again. Thank you so much to all.
My father was admitted to Elvy Court for end-of-life care in May this year. Despite only being there for just over a month, my family and I were very impressed with the kindness and care shown to him, not just by the nursing staff and carers, but also by the front desk team, cleaners and maintenance. Nothing was too much trouble, and he was well cared for. Thank you all.
The smile on my husband's face says it all. Thank you all for the care and respect given to John and all our family
Although he was only at Elvy Court for a month before he became ill and was admitted to the hospital. My husband was made very comfortable and well cared for. There is a pleasant atmosphere in the care home. My husband died on 20th May.
The staff are incredible. I have nothing but gratitude and love for the staff who care for my mum. However, for the costs involved the staff should be paid more!
Our mother moved into Elvy Court about a month ago and has settled in very nicely. When we visit her each week she is happy and settled. We could not be more impressed with the home the staff are friendly and helpful the home is clean and well maintained. My mum has been dancing, and painting, she had trips out shopping and has been to the pub! We are very relieved and happy that she is at Elvy Court.
Happy with the services, the staff are very friendly and helpful. I know my husband is in safe hands as all his needs are met.
My mum sadly passed away on March 22nd but mum had lived in Elvy Court for more than 7 years. The home has been very good to her such, loving care. The whole family appreciate all the care given to mum. There were lots of fun days, activities, and days out such as the classic car festival in Faversham, with staff and families sitting out on the lawn eating fish and chips, it was a brilliant day and the sun shining. Everybody enjoyed it, it was 14th May 2017.
Regulatory Rating
Care Quality Commission (CQC) Rating
Date: 05 August 2021Good
- 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
Please contact us for latest vacancies.
News (6) & Events (0)
- 20 Mar 2025
Avery Healthcare is proud to announce that three of its care homes have been included in the prestigious 2025 edition of Knight Frank’s Luxury Care Home Guide, which highlights the...
- 20 Mar 2025
Avery Healthcare is proud to announce that three of its care homes have been included in the prestigious 2025 edition of Knight Frank’s Luxury Care Home Guide, which highlights the...
- 11 Feb 2025
On Sunday, 5th January, a flock of our homes joined together to celebrate National Bird Day, raising awareness about the vital role birds play in our ecosystem. Many residents took...
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Awards / Recognitions (14)
- 30 Jan 2026Recipient: Avery Healthcare Group
- 31 Jan 2025Recipient: Avery Healthcare Group
- 31 Jan 2024Recipient: Avery Healthcare Group
Meet the Team (1)

Costel is the Home Manager at Elvy Court Nursing Home. With over 14 years of experience in the healthcare sector, he brings a strong clinical foundation and a proven leadership track record across a range of care settings, including acute medical units, specialist care services, and elderly residential and nursing care.
Having joined Elvy Court in 2021, he worked closely with the residents, families, and staff to ensure the highest standards of care and compliance are consistently met. He was proud to step into the role of Home Manager in 2025, where he now leads a passionate team of over 70 dedicated professionals. Together, they are committed to delivering safe, personalised, and compassionate care that enhances quality of life and promotes dignity, independence, and wellbeing.
Costel is focused on driving continuous improvement, empowering the staff, and nurturing a supportive environment where everyone feels valued. Elvy Court is a warm and welcoming home, and he looks forward to meeting you and sharing what makes the community so special.
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