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I do think the staff are amazing and do a great job.V W(Daughter of Resident/Service User)

I feel so pleased and lucky to have my beloved husband in such a home.Wendy P(Wife of Resident/Service User)

I speak for all my family in saying just how wonderful the care has been for my dadJohn R(Son of Resident/Service User)

I do think the staff are amazing and do a great job.V W(Daughter of Resident/Service User)

I feel so pleased and lucky to have my beloved husband in such a home.Wendy P(Wife of Resident/Service User)

I speak for all my family in saying just how wonderful the care has been for my dadJohn R(Son of Resident/Service User)

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 dementia in the Memory Lane Community.
A team of highly-qualified and attentive staff focus on the individual needs of residents with a tailored care plan for each person. Dedication can be seen across the board - in cooking, hospitality, organised activities...
Care Provided by Barchester Newington Court Care Home
Primary Care Categories
- Older Person Care
- Dementia
- Physical Disability
- Visual / Hearing Impairment
Length of Stay
- Permanent Care
- Respite Care
Care Types Provided
- Residential Care
- Nursing Care
- Dementia Residential Care
- Dementia Nursing Care
- For a maximum of 64 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
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
- Bar/Café
- Residents Kitchenette
- Phone Point in own room
- Television point in own room
- Residents Internet Access
Funding & Fees
Weekly Charges per Person
This Weekly Fee rate is an indication only of a typical standard fee rate for a resident living in a standard, comfortable room. A final Weekly Fee rate will be confirmed once we have carried out a pre-admission needs assessment.
The price(s) shown are provided by the care home. Contact Barchester Newington Court Care Home for full pricing details and T&Cs.
Contact Barchester Newington 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)
Good to Know
Group / Owner
- Barchester Healthcare Ltd
- Private Owned
Person in charge
- Phillis Dzowa(General Manager)
Local Authority / Social Services
Admission Information
- Mixed (no single-gender units)
- Ages 55+
Care Home Design/Build
- Purpose Built: Yes
- Last Refurbishment: 2025
Room Information
- Single Rooms (64)
Visiting
- Visitors are welcome without an appointment.
Parking
- The home has own private car park for visitors.
Barchester Newington Court Care Home Reviews (70)
Barchester Newington Court Care Home has a Review Score of 9.8 (9.766) out of 10, based on 15 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Barchester Newington Court Care Home has 70 reviews.
The staff are always kind and considerate.
I'm very happy with the care given to Mum. The staff are good with mum and keep us informed about any problems. I would hope that if I ever needed to live in a home, it would be as this home is.
Although at times things are stressful the staff deal with matters promptly and discreetly.
We are kept informed of any problems and our views are always considered.
When looking for homes for Mum, this was by far one of the best. 'A home from home'.
I visited today Newington Court and was very happy with the care and support I saw. I have not visited many care homes but this feels more like a hotel than a care home. The food that was being served looked great and I loved the fact that residents were having a glass of wine.
Thank you for your kind review, we are very proud of our home here at Newington Court.
My mum came to this home in October 2016. Since my mum has been here all the staff who have treated my mum are lovely, they have helped get her settled. All the carers and nurses on floor one are very caring with my mum's needs. All the nurses are outstanding.
Ever since my dad has been in this home, he has improved greatly. Nothing is too much trouble for the staff, they are very helpful, even towards visitors. 100% perfect.
Dad spent the last six months of his life in the care of Newington Court. At all times family members were welcomed with Mum visiting Dad daily. Newington Court provided a homely environment for Dad with kind and patient nurses and care workers looking after him when he was at his most vulnerable. The staff extended their kindness to Mum during her daily visits which was greatly appreciated as she has dementia too. We feel fortunate to have found such a high standard of care with a homely environment on our doorstep.
Barchester Newington Court Care Home is warm, inviting and secure. Staff and management are polite, caring and easy to talk to. It seems to be a well-run care home.
Thank you so much for you review, it was a pleasure looking after your wife.
Kind friendly staff, nothing is too much trouble. My mum has been well looked after.
Mum was only at Newington Court for 2 weeks. However she was quickly treated as "one of the family". Her death was handled with caring and dignity. We, the family, were always warmly welcomed, it was a comfort to know she was being so well looked after.
Regulatory Rating
Care Quality Commission (CQC) Rating
Date: 18 May 2018Good
- 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 (74) & Events (12)
- 21 Jul 2026
The residents at Newington Court enjoy using the garden for many purposes, read a book, stretch their legs, top up the tan (safely of course)
- 21 Jul 2026
The residents and staff at Newington Court are currently in competition with each other. In the Spring the resident were encouraged to plant Sunflower seeds and care for them to...
- 21 Jul 2026
At Newington Court we love nothing more than an a tea party and what between reason that an RBVE (Royal British Veteran's Enterprise) Tommy Tea Party. Barchester Healthcare are one...
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Awards / Recognitions (65)
- 21 Jul 2026Recipient: Barchester Newington Court Care Home
- 24 Jun 2026Recipient: Barchester Newington Court Care Home
- 09 Jun 2026Recipient: Barchester Healthcare Ltd
Accreditations
There are no accreditations posted yet for Barchester Newington Court Care Home.
Meet the Team (17)

Hello, I’m Phillis and I’m the General Manager. I have devoted over a decade of my life to the healthcare sector and I have particularly enjoyed working with the team at Newington Court. My passion for providing quality care to the elderly and vulnerable has been the driving force behind my successful career. Throughout the years, I have honed my skills and gained invaluable experience in managing a care home and I have demonstrated my unwavering commitment to the wellbeing of the residents.
My journey in the healthcare sector began shortly after completing my nursing qualification in Zimbabwe. Eager to make a difference in the lives of others, I found myself drawn to pursue a career in Elder Care. I joined Newington Court in 2017 as a Registered Nurse and I worked my way up to a management position. I enjoy staying up to date with the latest developments in the healthcare sector and networking with other professionals.
I value the opportunity to exchange knowledge and ideas that aim to enhance the quality of care that we provide.
I find fulfilment in leading my team to provide exceptional care and support to residents. As a General Manager, I thrive in creating a positive and inclusive work environment for the team, where they can be motivated to deliver their best. I enjoy actively engaging with residents and their families, fostering strong relationships built on trust and respect. At Newington Court, we understand the importance of creating a warm and nurturing environment within the care home, where residents feel comfortable, safe, and truly at home.

My name is Nisha, and I am the supporting General Manager at Newington Court Care Home, whilst Phyllis enjoys her maternity leave.
I am passionate about delivering high-quality, person-centred care at Newington Court Care Home. I work closely with our skilled team to ensure each resident's individual needs, preferences, and dignity are respected every day. I strive to create a safe, supportive, and homely environment for our residents, families, and staff.
I am a very dedicated registered nurse and leader with over 20 years of nursing and care home experience, including at management level. As a nurse, I always go the extra mile to ensure our residents get the best quality of care and living environment at Sutton Valence Care Home. My goal is to continuously improve standards for the residents in our care. I believe that strong leadership and good communication with families, residents, and staff is key to a happy home.
I am very proud of the outstanding team I work alongside, and we look forward to seeing you soon at Newington Court Care Home with a cup of tea and a slice of our homemade

My name is Roxana Florescu, and I am the Deputy Manager at Newington Court Care Home. I have worked in care for over nine years, with more than six years of my journey being with Barchester Healthcare. I started my career with Barchester as a Team Leader and have progressed through the roles of Registered Nurse, Senior Nurse, Unit Manager, and now Deputy Manager.
Throughout my career, I have always believed that care is about more than meeting people’s needs; it is about getting to know each person, listening to their stories, and making them feel valued and respected.I always try to put myself in the place of residents and their families, understanding that trust, reassurance, and communication are so important.
Building meaningful relationships with residents, families, and colleagues is something I truly value. I am passionate about creating a warm and welcoming home where everyone feels supported, heard, and cared for.

I started at Newington Court in May 2016. I am a qualified NVQ assessor in business administration and have had many roles in HR and accountancy. I try to provide great support to the management team and residents and their families.

I joined Newington Court as a housekeeper in July 2025 and was honoured to be promoted to Head Housekeeper in July 2026. I like to make sure that the home has a very high standard of cleanliness, not only by myself but also with the wonderful team of housekeepers that I have the pleasure of working with. My job is rewarding in so many ways, interacting with residents and their families, making them smile. I go home knowing that I have made a difference.

I have been working at Newington Court since September 2023. I was promoted to Lead Activities Co-ordinator in July 2024. I am an enthusiastic and dedicated member of the activities team who is passionate about creating engaging, imaginative and memorable activities for all our residents to enjoy, both in a group environment and on a one-to-one basis. The wellbeing of our residents is my priority, and I believe it is essential to offer a wide selection of activities which benefit the residents physically, mentally, emotionally, and socially. I really enjoy helping our residents to live their lives to the full!

I came to Newington Court in October 2021 from my home country, Nigeria. I am enjoying my role at Newington Court, getting to know the residents and their families and working with a wonderful team of nurses and carers.

I joined Newington Court in October 2022 as a Registered Nurse. I ensure that the care our residents receive is of the highest standard and is delivered with a person-centred approach. It is a pleasure learning about their lives and meeting their families.

I joined Newington Court in 2021 with a passion for delivering compassionate, person-centred care and a commitment to making a positive difference in the lives of our residents.
I work closely with our team to provide safe, person-centred care, support staff development, and promote a positive culture where residents’ wellbeing is always our priority. I am proud to be part of the Newington Court team and remain committed to improving the quality of care we provide every day.

I started at Newington Court as a Bank Nurse in November 2024. A permanent role became available, and I was very happy to take up this position in June 2025. I believe in working as a team to give our residents the highest quality nursing care.

I joined Newington Court in May 2026 after recently moving to this area. I’m the home's Admin Assistant. I love my role within the home on reception, meeting and greeting residents and helping people who are visiting Newington Court. I also liaise with our families to support them with their stay with us, making it the best it can be.

Speaking up is invaluable, as this provides an opportunity to learn, improve and enhance care, ensuring a safe place for all. We want to make it as easy and as comfortable as possible for everyone to speak up and ensure that all workers are supported in doing this. We are committed to supporting our staff to speak up to ensure the continuity of excellent care to our residents and patients and to ensure a positive work environment.

Sonia joined Newington Court in February 2018. She was promoted to Senior Carer in November 2021.

I started work as a Carer at Newington Court in November 2024. I love supporting our residents in an individual way by providing person-centred care so that they enjoy life in our home. We are dedicated to enriching the lives of those we care for with warmth, respect and dignity.

I joined the Newington Court care team in September 2022. Myself and the other carers support our residents with every aspect of daily life that they require a bit of extra help with. It is a pleasure getting to know residents as well as their friends and families.

I joined the Housekeeping Team at Newington Court in 2016. I have the passion to keep the care home environment clean and support infection control, keeping the residents happy and comfortable and feeling like they are home.

I joined Newington Court in May 2026 after recently moving to this area.
I’m the home's Admin Assistant. I love my role within the home on reception, meeting and greeting residents and helping people who are visiting Newington Court. I also liaise with our families to support them with their stay with us, making it the best it can be.
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