Gillingham Grange

Furnham Road, Chard TA20 1BE
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  • Gillingham Grange, Chard
Gillingham Grange, near to Chard, combines the tranquillity of the Somerset countryside with modern, personalised care in a beautifully designed setting.
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Care Provided by Gillingham Grange

Primary Care Categories

  • Older Person Care
  • Dementia
  • Physical Disability
  • Visual / Hearing Impairment

Length of Stay

  • Permanent Care
  • Respite Care

Care Types Provided

  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • For a maximum of 66 Service Users

Dementia Care Types

  • Mild Dementia
  • Moderate Dementia

Other Care Provided

  • Parkinson's Disease
  • Stroke
  • Palliative / End of Life Care
  • COPD/Pulmonary Disease
  • Convalescent Care

Facilities

  • Own Furniture if required
  • 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 What's included?

Weekly Charges per Person

  • Self-Funded Residential Care: from £1550
  • Self-Funded Residential Dementia Care: from £1550
  • RESPITE Self-Funded Residential Care: from £1550
  • RESPITE Self-Funded Residential Dementia Care: from £1550

At Crystal Care Collection, Everything is Included – One Simple Fee


Choosing a care home is a big decision, and we believe it should be as stress-free as possible. That’s why at Crystal Care, we offer one inclusive fee.


Here’s what’s included:


Tailored Care – Personalised support that adapts to changing needs, ensuring comfort and security at all times.


A Place to Call Home – Spacious, beautifully designed en-suite rooms for privacy and relaxation.


Delicious, Chef-Prepared Meals – Nutritious and varied menus, catering to all dietary needs and personal preferences.


Vibrant Lifestyle & Activities – A packed calendar of events and entertainment, led by our dedicated lifestyle team.


Well-being Services – Regular visits from professional hairdressers and chiropodists to keep residents feeling their best.


Our all-inclusive approach gives peace of mind to residents and their families, allowing them to focus on what truly matters - quality time together

These prices are only a guideline, please contact Gillingham Grange to find out the exact price for your requirements.

Contact Gillingham Grange 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)

Contact Gillingham Grange to confirm what's included and get a personalised quote:

Good to Know

Group/Owner

Person in Charge

  • Amanda Whyte (General Manager)

Local Authority / Social Services

Admission Information

  • Mixed (no single-gender units)
  • Ages 60+

Care Home Design/Build

  • Purpose Built: Yes
  • Year Purpose Built: 2025
  • Number of floors: 2

Room Information

  • Single Rooms (66)
  • Single Rooms with Ensuite Wet Room (66)

Gillingham Grange Reviews (5)

8.8

Gillingham Grange has a Review Score of 8.8 (8.791) out of 10, based on 5 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Gillingham Grange has 5 reviews.

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Review from S J (Daughter of Resident) published on 26 January 2026 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My mother initially moved in for 2 weeks' respite care. After 3 days she loved Gillingham Grange Care Home and staff so much she decided to make it her permanent home. As the single carer for my mother I would never be able to give my mother this level of care and support. Thanks to the wonderful staff
I can now go back to being her daughter and enjoy our time together chatting and going out rather than doing all the jobs a carer does.
Reply from Amanda Whyte, General Manager at Gillingham GrangeThank you so very much Sarah. We are really happy to hear how well your mum has settled here at Gillingham Grange. I will pass on your lovely words to the team. See you soon. Amanda
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Review from M R (Grandson of Resident) published on 26 January 2026 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Excellent facilities, comfy warm environment, modern features, lovely staff, excellently managed, welcoming environment, first class cleaning standards. Excellent food.
My grandmother recently moved into Gillingham Grange and has thrived since doing so. Her care is second to none and is completely
catered to her needs. All the staff are very friendly, approachable, always smiling and nothing is ever too much trouble. We as a family are very happy knowing she is in a safe and warm environment and can live her life to the full. Thank you to all the staff at Gillingham Grange.
Reply from Amanda Whyte, General Manager at Gillingham GrangeThank you for your lovely words and for taking the time to leave a review. I am so happy to hear of your feedback and will of course pass it on to all team members. Look forward to seeing you again soon. Amanda
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Review from Sharon I (Daughter of Resident) published on 19 January 2026 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
From the very minute my Dad stepped into Gillingham Grange in Chard to view the new care home, he was instantly taken under their wings.
It was immediately obvious to Amanda, that my Dad urgently needed care and somewhere safe, warm and attentive that could meet his needs, in fact, she knew it was
not safe for him to go back to his home to collect some belongings.
Amanda and her team have gone above and beyond to assist my Dad in his journey back to health. Every detail with regards his care and medical needs is safely in their hands; well managed and communicated with all professional bodies.
Living so far away, I can take great comfort knowing that Dad is in the most thoughtfully thought out care home; spatial yet homely with rooms that are modern and functional which is complimented with the most amazing, professional, compassionate, attentive carers who provide warmth, dignity and encouragement every day.
Other members of staff also contribute hugely to this wholesome environment.
Reply from Amanda Whyte, General Manager at Gillingham GrangeThank you so much for your lovely review Sharon. I will pass on your kind words to the team. It really is our pleasure to see the improvement with your dad since coming to Gillingham Grange. Looking forward to you visiting soon. Amanda
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Review from Tony P (Respite Resident) published on 16 January 2026 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I spent Christmas week at Gillingham Grange having asked for respite care, respite from caring and cooking for myself. The reception I received from the staff, whether management or care, without exception, was out of this world (divine?) their kindness, solitude, smiles made me feel so welcome. It
was a real treat from living alone with pulmary fibrosis.
Reply from Amanda Whyte, General Manager at Gillingham GrangeThank you for your review Tony. We really enjoyed having you stay with us over the festive period- especially your Christmas Hat. We hope to see you again soon, remember you are welcome to pop in at anytime for cake/lunch. I will pass on your lovely feedback to the team also. Hope to see you soon. Amanda
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Review from Steven R (Son of Resident) published on 16 January 2026 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
From the first time we walked through the door, we got that feeling and knew it was the right place for my mum. The no team are not just carers: they are friends who truly listen and want to improve the resident's lifes. Simply stunning place which has swept away the old concept of what a care home
was like 20 years ago. - somewhere you had to go rather want to go it. The level of care is exceptional and genuine, and good wonderful.
Reply from Amanda Whyte, General Manager at Gillingham GrangeThank you for your review Steven. It is a real pleasure to have your mum live with us here at Gillingham Grange. I will pass on your lovely words to the team. See you again soon. Amanda
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Current Review Score: 8.8 (8.791)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 8.8 (8.791) out of 10 for Gillingham Grange is based on a) the Average Rating and b) the number of positive Reviews.

  1. The Average Rating is 4.9 out of 5 from 5 Reviews in the last 24 months.
  2. The score for the number of positive Reviews is 3.9 out of 5 from 5 positive Reviews in the last 24 months.

Detailed Breakdown of Review Score

The maximum Review Score for a Care Home is 10, which is made up from the Average Rating of Reviews (maximum of 5 points) and the Number of Reviews (maximum of 5 points) in the last 24 months:

  1. 5 Points are available for the Average Rating from all Reviews in the last 24 months. The Average Rating of 4.912 for Gillingham Grange is calculated as follows: ( (52 Excellents x 5) + (5 Goods x 4) ) ÷ 57 Ratings = 4.912
  2. 5 Points are available for the number of Positive Reviews in the last 24 months. A Positive Review is defined as any Review with an 'Overall Experience' of '4' or '5' (out of a max rating '5'). The 3.879 Points relating to the number of positive Reviews for Gillingham Grange is based on 5 positive Reviews in the last 24 months and is calculated as per below:

    The 5 points available are broken down as follows:

    1. 4 points are available for the first 20 Positive Reviews in the last 24 months; 3 points for the first Positive Review, 0.125 Points for each of the next four Positive Reviews, 0.05 Points for the next five Positive Reviews, and finally 0.025 Points for the next ten Positive Reviews. (1st = 3.000, 2nd = 0.125, 3rd = 0.125, 4th = 0.125, 5th = 0.125, 6th = 0.050, 7th = 0.050, 8th = 0.050, 9th = 0.050, 10th = 0.050, 11th = 0.025, 12th = 0.025, 13th = 0.025, 14th = 0.025, 15th = 0.025, 16th = 0.025, 17th = 0.025, 18th = 0.025, 19th = 0.025, 20th = 0.025) 3 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.125 = 3.5
    2. 1 point is available for the number of Positive Reviews reaching 20% of the registered maximum number of service users in the last 24 months. If this number is partially reached, then that proportion of 1 point is given. eg a Care Home registered for a maximum of 50 service users has to reach 10 Positive Reviews to receive 1 point, if it has 7 reviews it will receive 0.7 points. 20% of the 66 registered maximum number of service users is 13.2. 5 Positive Reviews ÷ 13.2 = 0.379
  3. When a Review is submitted by someone who has previously submitted a Review, only the latest Review will count towards the Review Score.
  4. If a Care Home does not have a review in the last 24 months, then it will not have a Review Score.

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Meet the Team (1)

Amanda

Amanda Whyte

Job Title: General Manager Joined: 2025

Amanda has worked in the Health and Social Care sector since the age of 17, starting as a Health Care Assistant and progressing through different roles. She studied Health and Social Care at college before moving to Plymouth, where she completed a BSc in Management in Health and Social Care (Level 6). She graduated while nine months pregnant with her now 11-year-old son, Harry. At the age of 26, Amanda became a Registered Manager and has since successfully managed three care homes.


She lives and breathes being a Registered Manager and could never imagine doing anything else. Amanda has an unwavering love and respect for all of the residents she supports, alongside a strong commitment to ensuring colleagues are empowered to provide the highest standards of care while also enjoying every moment of their work.


In her spare time, Amanda enjoys being with Harry—her favourite moments are attending his many sports matches and cheering him on from the sidelines. Together, they also love to sing and dance at every opportunity. She has a passion for travelling and has recently found a real love for solo adventures.


Amanda has a lovable, bouncy cockapoo named Barney and a cheeky cat named Jack, both of whom bring her great joy.


“Find a job you love and you’ll never work a day in your life.” Seventeen years in care, and this has never changed for Amanda.

Frequently Asked Questions about Gillingham Grange

What types of Care is Gillingham Grange registered for?

Older Person Care, Dementia, Physical Disability & Visual / Hearing Impairment are the registered (by the Care Quality Commission) categories of Care.

How many Rooms does Gillingham Grange have?

There are 66 Single Rooms.

What are the Facilities & Services at Gillingham Grange?

Own Furniture if required, 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 are some of the Facilities & Services.

How far is Gillingham Grange to the centre of Chard?

0.8 mile(s) as the crow flies, distance by road may be significantly further.

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