

The staff at the Mayflower have shown a commitment to care at every levelNick G(Son of Resident/Service User)

I cannot fault the care Dad receives, the staff know him very well and treat him with such kindnesLinda N(Daughter of Resident/Service User)


The staff at the Mayflower have shown a commitment to care at every levelNick G(Son of Resident/Service User)

I cannot fault the care Dad receives, the staff know him very well and treat him with such kindnesLinda N(Daughter of Resident/Service User)

Mayflower Care Home is a modern, purpose-built specialist dementia care home in a residential area of Northfleet, near Gravesend.
Each resident is living with some form of dementia including more complex symptoms, and the home’s dedicated and highly professional staff provide secure, compassionate and person-centred residential, nursing and palliative care. Mayflower also offers short-term care for people who need some looking after following a hospital stay, or whose families or carers...
Care Provided by Mayflower Care Home
Primary Care Categories
- Older Person Care
- Dementia
- Learning Disability / Autism
- Mental Health Condition
- Physical Disability
- Visual / Hearing Impairment
- Alcohol / Drug Misuse
Length of Stay
- Permanent Care
- Respite Care
Care Types Provided
- Residential Care
- Nursing Care
- Dementia Residential Care
- Dementia Nursing Care
- For a maximum of 76 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
- Acquired Brain Injury (ABI)
Facilities
- Own Furniture if required
- Smoking not permitted
- Close to Local shops
- Near Public Transport
- Lift
- Wheelchair Access
- Gardens
- Phone Point in own room
- Television point in own room
- Residents Internet Access
Funding & Fees
Weekly Charges per Person
Fees are based on pre-admission assessment of care needs.
The price(s) shown are provided by the care home. Contact Mayflower Care Home for full pricing details and T&Cs.
Contact Mayflower 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
Person in charge
- Chris James (Interim Home Manager)
Local Authority / Social Services
Admission Information
- Mixed (no single-gender units)
- Ages 40+
Care Home Design/Build
- Purpose Built: Yes
- Year Purpose Built: 2011
- Last Refurbishment: 2024
- Number of floors: 3
Room Information
- Single Rooms (76)
- Single Rooms with ensuite Wet Room (76)
Visiting
- Visits for new admissions must be arranged by calling the care home at this time.
Parking
- Free on-site parking is available.
Mayflower Care Home Reviews (71)
Mayflower Care Home has a Review Score of 9.8 (9.794) out of 10, based on 27 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Mayflower Care Home has 71 reviews.
My Stepfather has always been a challenge to care for over the last 20 years. Since his failing physical health in the last eighteen months, he has required two stays in the Mayflower. The staff at the Mayflower have shown a commitment to care at every level, with an ability to deliver top-quality care in challenging environments. I hope that they all get recognition for the good things they do day in day out well done.
My husband is well looked after by caring, happy staff, nothing is ever too much trouble.
The food may I say is excellent.
The nurses provide the care necessary for each individual's needs.
The activities are usually every afternoon which is a good thing and keeps the residents on their toes. I have no worries, my relative is safe.
Being a purpose built facility, it is of a good standard. Also, the food is of a reasonably high quality. Staffing is a major issue although the staff work very hard, there is very rarely enough of them to allow them to provide the standard of care that would be expected considering the high level of fees charged. A reasonable array of activities are available. On occasion, it has been noted that dignity could be observed better. On the whole, I think this could be a good home if management were improved and the high turnover of staff was addressed, allowing better continuity of care.
Your feedback has been noted and we respect this as your personal opinion. We agree that all of our staff do work very hard and we have an open door policy for all concerns, the Manager or the On-Call Management Team would be happy to discuss your concerns if raised appropriately.
I have visited my friend a number of times at the home. The staff who are friendly and polite have a great relationship with those they look after and there is a real sense of community. I can't speak highly enough of The Manager and her team.
Overall, the level of care given to my mother has been excellent. She settled in much quicker than I expected, which is testament in itself to the care given to her by the staff. Medical care is prompt if you use the homes retained Dr service. Also like the ease of access via a fob which can be obtained from reception.
When the hard working staff are on duty they offer an outstanding service, however some members of staff are not as dedicated as others which lets the home down and puts residents at risk. The management are extremely professional and dedicated and try their hardest to keep control of the difficult staffing situation. The cleaners try their hardest to keep the home clean which is extremely difficult due to the residents accidents/incontinence but now that the building is 5 years old now repair work needs to be kept on top of.
She remains in bed at all times and in all this time has never had bed sores. A doctor or practice nurse visits regularly, as does a consultant from the local hospital (one a month). We are always told of any changes in her medication etc. She is on a purée diet which is always served nicely on her plate. Yoghurt's plus snacks can be obtained between meals.
Her clothes are well laundered and changed daily or more often if needed. Staff are always very pleasant and helpful. Entertainment is good with a lot of effort put in by the staff. Christmas decorations were lovely this year - just wish my mother was able to enjoy them.
Recently we have noticed they have had a lot of their long-term carers leave to be replaced by new ones, who do not always stay long. This is a shame as you build up a good relationship with them, which is really nice when visiting on a regular basis. I'm sure this must be a thing in so many homes though.
I have found all the staff very helpful and informative with regard to mums care. All levels of staff always happy to talk about anything relevant to my mum, from making a cup of tea to personal care, nothing is a problem. As a family we spent a lot of time looking for a care home and think we made the right choice in the Mayflower.
My father has moved to the Sapphire unit from a residential home as his nursing and psychiatric needs have increased. I'm very happy with his care so far at The Mayflower. The staff are really friendly and treat all the residents kindly and with respect. They give them the freedom to be themselves, even when their version of reality is very confused. I'm impressed with their record keeping and they always keep me informed of everything that is happening with my father in between my visits. The food is healthy and appetising. My father is too confused to engage in most activities, but the Christmas party entertainment was fantastic and enjoyed by all.
A clean and homely place, wonderful staff who are always happy to help. The Manager is approachable and really cares and I was really pleased that she took time to talk us. My Nan is really happy here!
Regulatory Rating
Care Quality Commission (CQC) Rating
Date: 17 October 2025Requires 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
3 Bed Vacancies
Posted: 27 August 2026General Nursing and Dementia Care, End of Life, Respite.
News (1) & Events (0)
- 23 May 2025
Residents, families and staff were delighted to welcome Sam Dondi-Smith to Mayflower Care Home yesterday for a reading of his new book, Waiting for the Bus. Sam’s visit also formed...
There are no upcoming events for Mayflower Care Home.
Awards / Recognitions (1)
- 06 Nov 2021Recipient: Mayflower Care Home
Accreditations
There are no accreditations posted yet for Mayflower Care Home.
Meet the Team (5)

Chris brings over 15 years of extensive experience within the care sector, with a proven track record of successfully managing care homes ranging from 30 to 100 beds.
Throughout his career, Chris has held a variety of senior leadership roles, including Regional Manager, Quality & Compliance Manager, and Home Manager. These positions have given him a deep understanding of both strategic oversight and hands-on operational management within care environments.
Chris has worked across residential, nursing, and dementia care services, developing a strong reputation for maintaining high standards of care, regulatory compliance, and staff development. His broad experience enables him to support care homes in delivering safe, compassionate, and person-centred care while meeting regulatory and operational demands.

Steph is an experienced Clinical Manager with extensive knowledge in both mental health and general nursing.
She brings strong clinical leadership, a compassionate approach to care, and a deep understanding of best practice across a range of clinical settings, ensuring high standards of safe, effective, and person-centred care.

Alex is our Home Administrator who plays a vital role in the smooth day-to-day running of the care home.
With a strong eye for detail and excellent organisational skills, Alex supports administrative, financial, and compliance processes, helping to ensure the home operates efficiently while providing support to both staff and residents.

Kristel is a dedicated Admin Assistant who provides essential support to the administrative team and wider care home staff.
She is highly organised, approachable, and plays a key role in supporting daily operations, helping to ensure efficient processes and a welcoming environment for residents, families, and colleagues.

Carmen is a reliable Admin Assistant who supports the smooth day-to-day running of the care home.
With strong organisational skills and a positive, approachable manner, Carmen assists with administrative tasks and provides valuable support to staff, residents, and families, helping to maintain an efficient and welcoming environment.
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