The nurses were professional and one of them always kept us up to date with any concerns we hadJoanne C(Daughter-in-law of Resident/Service User)
Outstanding care, from everyone. Have the time to talk to you, very friendly. I would recommendL W(Daughter of Resident/Service User)
This is a lovely care home, and the day staff are excellent. They go above and beyondCarol S(Daughter of Resident/Service User)
The nurses were professional and one of them always kept us up to date with any concerns we hadJoanne C(Daughter-in-law of Resident/Service User)
Outstanding care, from everyone. Have the time to talk to you, very friendly. I would recommendL W(Daughter of Resident/Service User)
This is a lovely care home, and the day staff are excellent. They go above and beyondCarol S(Daughter of Resident/Service User)
Hengist Field is a modern, purpose-built Home situated in the beautiful Kent countryside, close to the picturesque village of Borden. The Home’s dedicated and highly qualified team are committed to providing the highest quality residential, nursing and dementia care and support for their 75 residents.
The Home also has a fulltime Physiotherapist to support residents with rehabilitation, enabling bespoke day or short-term placements. Physiotherapy services also help with improving peoples’ strength,...
Hengist Field is a modern, purpose-built Home situated in the beautiful Kent countryside, close to the picturesque village of Borden. The Home’s dedicated and highly qualified team are committed to providing the highest quality residential, nursing and dementia care and support for their 75 residents.
The Home also has a fulltime Physiotherapist to support residents with rehabilitation, enabling bespoke day or short-term placements. Physiotherapy services also help with improving peoples’ strength, avoiding or reducing falls, contractures, and improved overall well-being.
Each single room includes an ensuite wet room. The Home has five lounges, three dining rooms, a sensory room, activity room, relatives’ room, purpose-built cinema and an onsite hair salon; all surrounded by large secure gardens with relaxing water features.
Hengist Field residents enjoy regular trips to the countryside and coastal towns in their minibus, along with trips to local country parks and garden centres, or a nearby pub for lunch. Residents are encouraged to remain active and pursue hobbies and interests, both old and new.
One of the first care providers to champion the importance of nutrition for older people and those with Dementia, Nellsar employ a Head of Nutrition and Wellness. Hengist Field acknowledges that nutrition and hydration are an integral part of good health and well-being, delivering well-balanced, nutritious meals and snacks to residents every day.
Hengist Field also benefits from a Well-Being Team of fully-qualified holistic therapists who use nurturing touch, complementary therapies and relaxing treatments to improve residents’ quality of life and sense of well-being.
Employing the Care Vision® digital care management system throughout the Home ensures that the entire care service delivery, recording and reporting systems are optimised and centred around residents and their personalised care.
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Care Provided by Hengist Field Care Centre
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 75 Service Users
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
Bariatric Care/Obesity
Convalescent Care
Day Care
Facilities
Own Furniture if required
Pet Friendly (or by arrangement)
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
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Permanent
Respite
Residential Care
£1,800 - £1,900
£1,800 - £1,900
Residential Dementia Care
£1,800 - £1,900
£1,800 - £1,900
Nursing Care
£1,800 - £1,900
£1,800 - £1,900
Nursing Dementia Care
£1,800 - £1,900
£1,800 - £1,900
Contact Hengist Field Care Centre to confirm what's included and get a personalised quote:
Hairdresser, chiropodist and Physiotherapist are extra. Most other things are included.
The price(s) shown are provided by the care home. Contact Hengist Field Care Centre for full pricing details and T&Cs.
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 choose 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.
Tours
Onsite Tours of Hengist Field Care CentreUsually available on Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri(between 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM)Please contact the Home directly by email or phone. We will endeavour to arrange a suitable viewing time for you to visit our Home and speak to members of the team.
The home maintains an open-hours visiting policy, which means relatives and friends are welcome to drop by and see their loved ones at any time. Families are always welcome to join their relatives for afternoon tea or lunch.
Hengist Field Care Centre has a Review Score of 9.8 (9.770) out of 10, based on 23 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time Hengist Field Care Centre has 156 reviews.
Review from R S (Granddaughter of Resident) published on 11 April 2019 Submitted via Postal Review Card•
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Hengist Field have taken great care of my grandmother. All staff are courteous and helpful.
Hengist Field have taken great care of my grandmother. All staff are courteous and helpful.
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Review from S B (Daughter-in-law of Resident) published on 11 April 2019 Submitted via Postal Review Card•
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Hengist Field Care Centre is a calm, supportive and caring environment.
Hengist Field Care Centre is a calm, supportive and caring environment.
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Review from C B (Husband of Resident) published on 9 April 2019 Submitted via Postal Review Card•
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From what I have seen, all seems good.
From what I have seen, all seems good.
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Review from David C (Son of Resident) published on 9 April 2019 Submitted via Postal Review Card•
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Care is very good. No problems.
Care is very good. No problems.
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Review from Dean B (Son of Resident) published on 9 April 2019 Submitted via Postal Review Card•
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Staff always pleasant, ready to help and caring to my mother.
Staff always pleasant, ready to help and caring to my mother.
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Review from Leigh W (Granddaughter of Resident) published on 9 April 2019 Submitted via Postal Review Card•
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Great care home. Very friendly staff and good facilities. Nan always seems happy and well looked after. We always feel welcomed when we arrive too.
Great care home. Very friendly staff and good facilities. Nan always seems happy and well looked after. We always feel welcomed when we arrive too.
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Review from Patricia B (Daughter of Resident) published on 9 April 2019 Submitted via Postal Review Card•
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Both our parents live at Hengist Field so they can be together. The staff across all disciplines are very caring and know the names of all the residents and their preferences.
We are kept informed of all changed in their health and welfare. There are lots of activities to join in if they wish.
Both our parents live at Hengist Field so they can be together. The staff across all disciplines are very caring and know the names of all the residents and their preferences.
We are kept informed of all changed in their health and welfare. There are lots of activities to join in if they wish.
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Review from A P (Daughter of Resident) published on 27 March 2019 Submitted via Postal Review Card•
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I cannot fault the care, kindness and dedication shown by the staff towards my Dad who was a resident for end of life care. All the staff treated Dad with dignity and compassion in the last seven weeks of his life.
I cannot fault the care, kindness and dedication shown by the staff towards my Dad who was a resident for end of life care. All the staff treated Dad with dignity and compassion in the last seven weeks of his life.
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Review from Jayne B (Daughter of Resident) published on 22 January 2019 Submitted via Postal Review Card•
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On the whole, I'm happy with the care my mother receives, however, due to some breakages, cannot give anything better than Ok. Throughout the year, I have had reasons to complain several times as mum's clothing is not hung up, pictures broken, an absence of staff to discuss this with - very upset...
On the whole, I'm happy with the care my mother receives, however, due to some breakages, cannot give anything better than Ok. Throughout the year, I have had reasons to complain several times as mum's clothing is not hung up, pictures broken, an absence of staff to discuss this with - very upset about her personal belongings not receiving respect.
↩Reply from Ellie Rutherford, Recruitment at Hengist Field Care Centre
Dear Jayne,
Thank you for taking the time to review Hengist Field Care Centre.
I have passed your comments on to the Operations Manager (Silvia Barret) and the relatively new Home Manager (Neli Koleva). Neli would like to arrange a meeting with yourself regarding the comments made and to...
Dear Jayne,
Thank you for taking the time to review Hengist Field Care Centre.
I have passed your comments on to the Operations Manager (Silvia Barret) and the relatively new Home Manager (Neli Koleva). Neli would like to arrange a meeting with yourself regarding the comments made and to discuss possible improvements you feel would benefit both your Mother and the other residents at the Home.
Once again, thank you for your comments and assisting us with our Continuous Improvement Programme.
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Review from Helen E (Daughter-in-law of Resident) published on 15 January 2019 Submitted via Postal Review Card•
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My father-in-law has been made welcome from the first day he moved in. All his needs have been met by the friendly and attentive team.
My father-in-law has been made welcome from the first day he moved in. All his needs have been met by the friendly and attentive team.
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Review from Wendy P (Daughter of Resident) published on 11 January 2019 Submitted via Website•
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I am overwhelmed by the kindness and care given to my Dad at Hengist Field during his time there. I would certainly recommend this care home. Dad was treated with the utmost respect and dignity. They also showed kindness and respect to myself and other family members. Thank you to all the staff who...
I am overwhelmed by the kindness and care given to my Dad at Hengist Field during his time there. I would certainly recommend this care home. Dad was treated with the utmost respect and dignity. They also showed kindness and respect to myself and other family members. Thank you to all the staff who cared for my Dad, who sadly passed away recently.
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Review from J B (Friend of Resident) published on 10 January 2019 Submitted via Postal Review Card•
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Whenever we have been here, we have been made very welcome. We have had no complaints from our friend.
Whenever we have been here, we have been made very welcome. We have had no complaints from our friend.
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Review from Barry S (Husband of Resident) published on 10 January 2019 Submitted via Postal Review Card•
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I find all staff helpful and friendly at all times. Nothing is too much trouble for them.
I find all staff helpful and friendly at all times. Nothing is too much trouble for them.
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Review from Diana N (Son of Resident) published on 10 January 2019 Submitted via Postal Review Card•
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Since my mum has been here, her care has been really good. The staff are lovely and care for her very well. The home is always clean and there is always someone to talk to if you need information, always willing to help.
Would highly recommend this home.
Since my mum has been here, her care has been really good. The staff are lovely and care for her very well. The home is always clean and there is always someone to talk to if you need information, always willing to help.
Would highly recommend this home.
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Review from C H (Daughter of Resident) published on 10 January 2019 Submitted via Postal Review Card•
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Staff very helpful and friendly. Good amenities, clean and well presented. Staff try to involve my dad in daily activities.
Would be nice to have an opportunity to meet the doctors to get an update on medical needs.
Staff very helpful and friendly. Good amenities, clean and well presented. Staff try to involve my dad in daily activities.
Would be nice to have an opportunity to meet the doctors to get an update on medical needs.
↩Reply from Ellie Rutherford, Recruitment at Hengist Field Care Centre
Thank you for taking the time to review the service provided at Hengist Field Care Centre.
In response to your comment regarding more interaction with GPs, please speak directly to Neli Koleva (Home Manager) or any of the office staff and request that whenever your Father has any Medical...
Thank you for taking the time to review the service provided at Hengist Field Care Centre.
In response to your comment regarding more interaction with GPs, please speak directly to Neli Koleva (Home Manager) or any of the office staff and request that whenever your Father has any Medical appointments etc that you are contacted/invited to attend or are informed of any outcomes following said appointments.
Please do not hesitate to contact the Head Office on 01795 470202 if I could be of any further assistance.
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Review from A P (Wife of Resident) published on 10 January 2019 Submitted via Postal Review Card•
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My husband is receiving excellent care, all the staff are very welcoming and friendly. Nothing seem to be too much trouble.
There is a feeling of calmness about the home.
My husband is receiving excellent care, all the staff are very welcoming and friendly. Nothing seem to be too much trouble.
There is a feeling of calmness about the home.
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Review from Lesley W (Daughter of Resident) published on 10 January 2019 Submitted via Postal Review Card•
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Mum has been with Hengist Field for 7 years now and I'm very happy with all the love and care she gets every day from all the staff, even management. You always see a smiling face at reception. There is a hiccup now and again but it gets sorted very quickly.
Couldn't ask for a better home for mum.
Mum has been with Hengist Field for 7 years now and I'm very happy with all the love and care she gets every day from all the staff, even management. You always see a smiling face at reception. There is a hiccup now and again but it gets sorted very quickly.
Couldn't ask for a better home for mum.
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Review from C I (Daughter of Resident) published on 8 January 2019 Submitted via Postal Review Card•
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On the whole, the care is good but I do have to keep asking for certain things to be implemented (i.e. creaming Mum's legs) should be done twice a day.
There is room for improvement for the price you are paying.
On the whole, the care is good but I do have to keep asking for certain things to be implemented (i.e. creaming Mum's legs) should be done twice a day.
There is room for improvement for the price you are paying.
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Review from Ian C (Son of Resident) published on 3 January 2019 Submitted via Postal Review Card•
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All the staff have been more than friendly to us and treat my father with a lot of fun and respect.
All the staff have been more than friendly to us and treat my father with a lot of fun and respect.
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Review from A P (Daughter of Resident) published on 3 January 2019 Submitted via Postal Review Card•
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Always a friendly atmosphere.
Any problems we have had, have always been immediately addressed. Would certainly recommend this home.
Always a friendly atmosphere.
Any problems we have had, have always been immediately addressed. Would certainly recommend this home.
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Regulatory Rating
Care Quality Commission (CQC) Rating
Date: 24 September 2024
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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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08 Oct 2026
On Thursday 1 October, we hosted a special afternoon tea at our Care Home in Sittingbourne to mark Alzheimer's Month and help raise awareness of dementia. Our ladies and gents...
01 Oct 2026
To celebrate Oktoberfest, we held a delightful German-themed food tasting session here at our Care Home in Sittingbourne. Our ladies and gents enjoyed sampling a variety of traditional German treats,...
26 Aug 2026
Residents at our Care Home in Sittingbourne enjoyed a fabulous afternoon of music, dancing and summer fun when Jasmin came to perform her fantastic Copacabana Show. The party atmosphere was...
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Meet the Team (1)
Neli KolevaJob Title Registered ManagerJoined 2018
"Hello, I’m the Manager of Hengist Field Care Home in Sittingbourne. I joined the Nellsar family as Manager here at the Home in November 2018,...
"Hello, I’m the Manager of Hengist Field Care Home in Sittingbourne. I joined the Nellsar family as Manager here at the Home in November 2018, bringing with me 34 years' Nursing experience from working in a variety of UK and overseas care settings. Our wonderful team here provide high-quality care while ensuring that our residents enjoy all aspects of life within our Home.
Hengist Field Care Home was opened in 2011 and the design fits in beautifully with the surrounding Kent countryside of Oast Houses and orchards. We have first-class facilities here for our residents to enjoy and are developing many new and exciting ideas and initiatives to enhance daily life within the Home. Our gardens and the surrounding area are stunning and these include a spectacular courtyard, sensory garden and an area where residents enjoy growing soft fruits in the summer.
On warm sunny days lunch is often served in the gardens and families are welcome to relax with loved ones and enjoy quality time together.We pride ourselves in promoting a caring, family-orientated atmosphere, where we extend our support to friends and families of our residents.
We have a Friends of Hengist Support Group to support relatives who find it helpful to share their experiences with others in similar circumstances and the desire to learn more about the illness or condition that affects their relative. We also hold Alzheimer’s Society Dementia Friends Information Sessions. These are very informal and are designed to give people a greater awareness and understanding of how Dementia may change their loved ones.
We like to make each day meaningful for residents of our Home. Our Activities team are always planning something different. Every week we have a range of organised activities, which may include; exercise classes, musical mornings, coffee mornings, food tasting, arts and crafts or musical therapy.
Our Well-Being Team are on hand to deliver one to one relaxing sessions which may be in the form of a massage, or aromatherapy which has wonderful benefits to the holistic health of residents. Our Cinema room plays a film of the day which runs twice a day every day – so our residents can enjoy the nostalgia of popcorn and an old movie. In the summer, we have BBQs every month, with live music – an opportunity for residents, relatives, friends and staff to get together and enjoy each other’s company.
A daily Lunch Club also allows residents living in different units within the Home to meet up, enjoy a meal and spend some time together in one of our tastefully decorated dining rooms.We extend a warm welcome to everyone who wishes to join us when we participate in charity events including Alzheimer’s Society Cup Cake Days and The World’s Biggest Coffee Morning organised by Macmillan Cancer Support.
We host relatives and residents meetings at which discussions are held about how families can become more involved and how we, as a Care Home, can continue to improve upon all aspects of our care and services provided at the Home. We implement any suggested new activities, or ideas, or menu suggestions, and then we meet again to discuss how well these were received."
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