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The home aims to...
Care Provided by Temple Ewell Nursing Home
Primary Care Categories
- Older Person Care
- Dementia
- Mental Health Condition
Length of Stay
- Permanent Care
- Respite Care
Care Types Provided
- Nursing Care
- Dementia Nursing Care
- For a maximum of 44 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
Other Care Provided
- Parkinson's Disease
- Stroke
- Palliative / End of Life Care
- COPD/Pulmonary Disease
- Bariatric Care/Obesity
- Convalescent Care
Facilities
- Own Furniture if required
- Pet Friendly (or by arrangement)
- Smoking not permitted
- Close to Local shops
- Near Public Transport
- Lift
- Wheelchair Access
- Gardens
- Bar/Café
- Phone Point in own room
- Television point in own room
- Residents Internet Access
Funding & Fees
Weekly Charges per Person
These Fees Exclude FNC
The price(s) shown are provided by the care home. Contact Temple Ewell Nursing Home for full pricing details and T&Cs.
Contact Temple Ewell Nursing 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
- Crownwood Healthcare Ltd
- Private Owned
Person in charge
- Gillian Burnham(Director of Care services)
Local Authority / Social Services
Admission Information
- Mixed (no single-gender units)
- Ages 45+
Care Home Design/Build
- Purpose Built: Yes
- Last Refurbishment: 1999
- Number of floors: 3
Room Information
- Single Rooms (44)
Visiting
- Temple Ewell Nursing Home welcomes visitors at anytime, however please call first if visiting after 8pm so the team wii be aware
Parking
- Parking is available in the car park to the side of the home
Temple Ewell Nursing Home Reviews (35)
Temple Ewell Nursing Home has a Review Score of 8.7 (8.717) out of 10, based on 6 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Temple Ewell Nursing Home has 35 reviews.
Initially the staff at Temple Ewell were compassionate and caring not just to my grandmother but also to us as family.
As the days went by the staff adjusted their care to assist independence and encourage recovery.
They have absolutely been amazing in assisting grandmother to recover.
Whilst she is now not able to live independently the level of care she is receiving is excellent.
My grandmother regularly tells visitors that she thinks she is in the best care home in the country and that she feels like staff have become friends.
I visit the home almost every day and I am always encouraged by what I see and how I hear staff interact not just with me and my family but with other residents and families too.
It's a great place to be.
Oh wow what a lovely review, thank you so much. I will share this with all the staff at handovers this week. All the staff here, without exception believe it to be a privilege to care for our residents, and that includes caring for their friends and relatives. We will never rest on our laurels and...
My Mother was in Temple Ewell Nursing Home for approximately 6 months. In that time she was very well looked after by all the staff. My Brother and my myself were regular visitors at the Home, we were always made welcome and kept up to date with how Mum was doing, She had Dementia so did need extra attention at times which the staff always gave her.
With sincere best wishes.
Gill and all the team at Temple Ewell.
You were all brilliant.
Thank you very much.
Thank you for taking the time to write such a lovely review. It means a lot to us all. We always think it a great privilege to have the honour of providing care and support to someone and your lovely husband will be fondly remembered. Thank you again, with best wishes from all at Crownwood Health Care.
My father came into Temple Ewell nursing home from the hospital. During the four weeks that he had spent there, he had people around him which he didn't have when he was at home. He was very well looked after by staff and management that were very nice, compassionate and very gentle with my dad when moving him and were always very polite, pleasant and caring. The manager was also very helpful and friendly which goes a very long way with me . My father came to the home on 8th may and sadly passed away there on the 8th June but all staff looked after my father very well and his passing was made very peaceful. I would recommend this home to any family member who's in need of nursing care.
Please accept our sincerest condolences over the loss of your Dad. It is always such a privilege to be able to provide care and comfort at the end of a life and I know the whole team were glad to have been able to provide this for your Dad. We take pride in our compassionate staff team especially...
There were one or 2 minor issues which were dealt with quickly but the genuine care shown by the majority of the nursing staff was amazing. Thank you in particular to two members of staff who showed such genuine care and compassion not only to my daughter but to our family too. I would definitley recommend this home.
Firstly and foremost I am so sorry for your loss, please except my sincere condolences and that of the staff team at Temple Ewell.Thank you so much for taking the time to write this lovely review at such a sad and difficult time. I am glad that any issues were dealt with quickly and efficiently and...
Overall, I have found that the communication between management and staff can be very poor. Also, I have found the cleanliness of the overall home, toilet, and resident bedrooms to be very poor, to the fact, I regularly have to ask staff and cleaners to clean my grandad's room as it has been clear it hasn't been cleaned, as I visit regularly. The furnishings and medical equipment are outdated. However, the nurses are very good at responding to health concerns.
I am sorry to learn of your concerns and I can only apologise that we appear to have fallen short in the service that we pride ourselves in. We have a robust housekeeping team and all our staff complete infection control training as one of the many training courses we provide for our staff. The...
My mother entered the Temple Ewell Nursing Home in April 2020 in an 'end of life' condition. This was just as the Covid pandemic was beginning. The way that the staff maintained services at that time was a tribute to them. My mother then rallied for a further three and a half years, largely due to the care and attention she was given. We found the home was kept very clean, the nursing care was consistently good and the staff extremely caring, friendly, and approachable. The food was to a good standard and my mother was assisted with eating when this became necessary. Any minor issues that arose were dealt with quickly and satisfactorily. We were particularly touched with the very sensitive and feeling way the staff cared for my mother in the last few weeks of her life and at her passing. An additional touch related to my mother's wedding ring which became lost and was found and returned to us after her passing. Overall, our experience of the home was excellent.
Thank you for taking the time to write such a lovely review, your mum was such a lovely lady and we all miss her at Temple Ewell. She taught us all great lessons in patience and tolerance and Godly serenity. As always such a privilege when we can share in a family's love and care.
With kindest Regards
Mum was fast-tracked via the NHS as she needed nursing palliative care. All staff have been kind, polite and gentle towards mum. Nursing care has been marvellous. Cannot praise the team highly enough. Any request for a nurse/manager update - prompt and efficient. As a family, we visit unannounced at any time and have never been made to feel unwelcome.
Thank you so much for taking the time to write such a positive review, I will ensure the whole team get to read it. We strive hard to make the sometimes difficult experience of living in a nursing home as comfortable and homely experience as possible and this includes making family and friends welcome. We do so appreciate feedback, of course, most especially lovely reviews.
Thank you again
Came with my husband and sister-in-law to visit a friend, impressed with the staff, decor and no odour of incontinence, just as it should be. Very pleasant health care assistants and catering staff.
Kind regards.
My brother was placed in Temple Ewell Nursing Home for palliative care. He was cared for in an exceptionally kind manner. He was tended to with the utmost care and kept happy. I was confident to leave him with the staff in the knowledge that he was being looked after considerately. He died there and I am grateful that I had some peace of mind that his last hours were in such a good environment.
Thank you again,
Gill
Dad was helped to keep clean and his room was looked after well. I personally found the staff very friendly and always helpful. Nothing was too much trouble and they were also supportive of me during his last days. There were facilities for visitors with a restroom tea and coffee machine etc, which I used regularly.
Overall the helpful, caring, and friendliness of the staff, made my dad's last days more comfortable.
Please pass on my thanks to your staff.
Kindest Regards,
Gill
The staff are wonderful, helpful, smile and have a great sense of humour. I cannot thank them enough for all their hard work. They work even harder as they are short-staffed. What lovely, kind and caring people, you could not ask for such wonderful professional people to look after your loved ones. Thank you so much again.
We are very lucky at Temple Ewell Nursing Home to have a dedicated staff team that embraces training and positive change. We strive to meet the challenges of...
My mother was admitted to Temple Ewell Nursing Home on the 18th of January 2023. She received excellent nursing care from a very professional team. The carers were thorough, caring and consummate professionals throughout. They treated my mother with kindness and maintained her dignity at all times. My mother would often comment on how hardworking the staff were and she liked them very much. Our family were treated with respect by all at Temple Ewell Nursing Home. We cannot thank them enough.
Thank you for your lovely review. The whole team believe it to be a huge privilege to be in the role they are in, providing care and support to people, often in the most vulnerable of times. We try hard to base our care on home from home, family within family, whilst always maintaining our...
I can't fault this care home, the staff are all friendly and caring. My dad has been well looked after here. I visited any time of the day and my dad is always clean and has been fed, from his last nursing home where you expect high-end care, which sadly he didn't get, I can gladly say this is much nicer. They don't give you the number to enter the building but you never wait long to enter. They have a machine to take your temperature and an online screen with a printout when you visit (again his previous care home didn't have any of this). The feel of the place is relaxed, clean and tidy. Would recommend it to anyone looking for relatives for care.
Thank you again for taking the time to write the review.
Kindest Regards
Gill
My mum has been placed in the home for assessment, she has very complex medical needs, but the staff at the home have been amazing, they are friendly, kind and empathetic, I could go on and on but, most of all my mum is settled, happy, clean and well looked after. I know I can rest easy knowing my mum has the best care here. Also, they go above and beyond to make you feel welcome, not only to mum but to my family too, nothing is too much trouble for these lovely people, 5 stars all the way. Thank you for everything you do for all of us x
Thank you so much for taking the time to write such a lovely review. I will ensure I share this with the whole team. It is always such a privilege for us to care for anyone who comes to live at Temple Ewell Nursing Home and that extends to family and friends. We will never rest on our laurels and continue to strive ever forwards. With kindest wishes, Gill.
Mum was only at Temple Ewell Nursing Home for just over three months. She sadly passed away in January, but we have been overwhelmed with the outstanding care she received. The home has a warm, welcoming and friendly atmosphere, and Mum was always kept clean and comfortable. More importantly, though, she was treated with such love and kindness and also dignity, which was also extended to us as a family whenever we visited and especially during Mum's final days. We cannot thank the staff enough.
With the very kindest of wishes to you and your family.
My brother was placed into emergency respite at Temple Ewell Nursing Home after our mother was admitted into hospital. This was an awful time for the whole family, my brother obviously was concerned about going into a care home that was unknown to him and us all. I cannot praise this care home enough for their care and kindness, not only to my brother, but to myself every time I have had contact with them. On visiting my brother, I was greeted by the most loveliest staff, who were homely, chatty and friendly. I work in health care myself and can be very judgemental about who cares for my brother, but I can honestly say, I have nothing but praise for all the staff I have had the pleasure to have had contact with and the most important part, is my brother is very happy too. So that makes me happy.
Thank you so much for this lovely review, it means a great deal to us to know that the people we look after and their families are happy. Our job, in whatever role we work in at the Home, is such a privilege and we never take this for granted. Kindest Wishes, Gill.
I've always been happy with the home and my husband likes it, he is well taken care of.
Thank you Gillian for such a lovely review, your husband has a very special place in the heart of everyone here, as have you.
The carers are polite, efficient and treat my sister with dignity and understand her condition. They have cared for her during this pandemic.
Thank you for your review, its lovely to hear such nice things about our Home and service. Your sister is a lovely lady and a much-loved member of our TENH "family".
Very good. Very helpful. Very safe and secure. I have been visiting since the Covid-19 lockdown was lifted. I have been very happy with the standard of care and the continuous testing. Keeping residents very secure and safe.
Thank you Daniel for your kind review. We strive really hard to make our residents and their family and friends feel happy, safe and secure. We always think our job is a real privilege and caring for your loved one is our pleasure.
Regulatory Rating
Care Quality Commission (CQC) Rating
Date: 08 December 2018Good
- CaringGood
- EffectiveGood
- ResponsiveGood
- SafeGood
- Well-ledGood
Inspection ratings
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- 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.
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Meet the Team (4)

Mitesh serves as the Director and Nominated Individual for the entire Crownwood Healthcare Group, leading with a clear vision to continuously move care forward across all Homes within the organisation. His focus is rooted in delivering truly person centered care,care that is not only high in quality but also authentic, compassionate, and responsive to each individual’s needs. Driven by a genuine passion for improving the lived experience of every resident, Mitesh champions an approach that helps people maintain as normal and fulfilling a life as possible, regardless of their health challenges. He believes in empowering residents, respecting their choices, and creating environments where dignity, independence, and well being come first. To ensure this ethos is consistently woven into every aspect of Crownwood’s services, Mitesh works closely with the Director of Care Services, the Head of Services, and all Registered Managers. Together, they uphold rigorous standards, strengthen compliance, and drive ongoing improvement,ensuring that every Home within the Group reflects the highest levels of safety, professionalism, and heartfelt care.

The Crownwood Healthcare Group is guided by the expertise and compassion of our Director of Care Services, Gillian Burnham, who has been an integral part of our organisation since 2015. A First Level Registered Nurse with more than 20 years of dedicated experience in care home management, Gill brings not only exceptional clinical knowledge but also a deep, genuine love for delivering high-quality nursing care.Throughout her career, Gill has managed both local and national services, consistently upholding and exceeding CQC regulatory standards. She is well-known for cultivating strong relationships with local healthcare partners, residents’ families, and wider multi-disciplinary teams,relationships built on trust, respect, and a shared commitment to excellent care. Gill also holds a City and Guilds Registered Manager’s Award and is proactive in staying informed of the latest local and national care initiatives. Her forward-thinking approach ensures that our homes remain at the forefront of best practice, innovation, and person centered care. Above all, Gill’s passion for nursing is at the heart of everything she does. Her warmth, mentorship, and unwavering dedication set the tone for our care culture and help ensure every resident is treated with dignity, compassion and genuine kindness.

Appointed Head of Services in September 2025, Pete Bowley is a key member of the Senior Management Team at Crownwood Healthcare Group. Working closely with Gill and Mitesh, Pete plays a central role in shaping how services are delivered across the organisation, supporting seamless operations, championing best practice, and driving continuous improvement in every home and service line. Pete’s journey with Crownwood began in 2015, following his earlier years at Temple Ewell Nursing Home starting in 2010. From his first role as a Healthcare Assistant through to Nursing Associate, Deputy Manager (2017–2022), and later Training and Technical Manager (2022–2025), Pete has built a career grounded in compassion, capability, and a deep commitment to quality care. What truly sets Pete apart is his passion, for people, learning, and service excellence. He is dedicated to empowering staff at every level, ensuring they have the training, technical support, and confidence to deliver outstanding care. Even in his senior leadership position, Pete remains hands-on with group-wide training and continues to be a go-to source of guidance for teams across the organisation. Modern in his approach and driven by a belief that great care starts with great people, Pete brings energy, experience, and a forward-thinking mindset to Crownwood Healthcare. His leadership remains a vital part of ensuring the Group continues to operate at its very best.

Kathy has been at Temple Ewell since December 2015. She joined Temple Ewell as a Staff Nurse and was promoted to Clinical Manager in April 2017. Kathy has been a qualified nurse for over 30 years, working in both community and hospital settings. She has been able to bring her vast experience to the Home, to enhance practice and help to enrich the lives of our staff and residents. Kathy is also our student nurse mentor, supporting two students during term times. Kathy is a passionate and empathetic nurse who demonstrates a deep understanding of the needs of our residents.
Frequently Asked Questions about Temple Ewell Nursing Home
What types of Care is Temple Ewell Nursing Home registered for?
Older Person Care, Dementia, Mental Health Condition are the registered (by the Care Quality Commission) categories of Care.
How many Rooms does Temple Ewell Nursing Home have?
There are 44 Single Rooms.
What are the Facilities & Services at Temple Ewell Nursing Home?
Own Furniture if required, Pet Friendly (or by arrangement), Smoking not permitted, Close to Local shops, Near Public Transport, Lift, Wheelchair Access, Gardens, Bar/Café, Phone Point in own room, Television point in own room, Residents Internet Access are some of the Facilities & Services.
How far is Temple Ewell Nursing Home to the centre of Dover?
2.5 mile(s) as the crow flies, distance by road may be significantly further.
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