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414 City Way, Rochester, ME1 2BQ
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26 May 2026
Dad was a resident at Friston House for 18 months before he sadly passed away.
During that time he was shown excellent care, dignity & compassion. We were supported as a family too with understanding & empathy.
It was a difficult decision to come to terms with a realising that Dad could no longer
stay in his own home. We are so pleased that we chose Friston House staff to take care of him. The staff there became part of our family too. They always strive to do their very best. No hesitation to recommend Friston House.
15 May 2026
I have found everything very good, the girls and men are very excellent with all they do, helpful and kind, and very careing, always on call
07 May 2026
Recently Mum was unwell & needed an urgent respite stay for her husband who she cares for full time. From the moment I phoned Friston House late on a Sunday night to make a frantic enquiry, we felt there was a hope & help on the horizon. The Manager called me on Monday morning & by Tuesday afternoon
he moved in.
When I visited, I was not surprised to see he was unsettled, I know this is common for people living with Dementia. What I found enormously reassuring was seeing how staff interacted with him, knew his name, took time to stop & chat, offered their arm to walk him down the corridor. On the day he was coming home, I sat in the dining room during lunch. He ate soup, a chickpea curry & a big portion of apple crumble & custard. He rarely finishes a sandwich.
Making the decision to place a loved one into care is daunting, emotional & frankly not cheap. But this was worth so much more than money, it meant Mum could recuperate & for a brief time prioritise her own health & rest needs.
28 April 2026
My sister, Janette, has been in Friston House since 20/12/25 after being in hospital since September '25 and nhs rehabilitation. The decision to self fund for one month, whilst negotiating with social services, was banked on Janettes stay there from 20/01/25 until 5/05/25, again self funded, whilst
a very long wait for a social worker to be appointed. This happened April '25, she was sat her 5/05/25 and back in hospital 10/5/25. A very poor decision on the part of social worker. Janette is happy here.
24 April 2026
Have now been visiting the care home for about a year now and from the first visit and ever since how always found the staff very helpfull ,always kind and caring to the residents in every way. The home itself is very pleasant and makes a very good environment for the residents as well.
10 April 2026
I am so glad I chose Friston House for my mother-in-law. I cannot fault the care she receives from the whole team and also the support I receive as a relative. Ma-in-law has been with them for approximately 2.5 years and the care she receives has never gone below exceptional.
06 April 2026
Absolutely fabulous home, staff go far and beyond to help and welcome you. Recommend this home for their loved ones.
03 April 2026
Very welcoming. Staff very friendly. A lovely, well-kept home!
The cake and coffee were excellent!! Thank you!
29 January 2026
I am so pleased with the care that my Nan, Anne has received at Friston. The home is beautifully decorated and the staff are incredibly friendly. My Nan settled into the home with such ease and its always so welcoming when I would visit her. The home runs smoothly and the general manager is very
professional and knowledgeable. I would highly recommend this home and I am so pleased my Nan has called this home, her home.
19 January 2026
An excellent care home with truly caring and compassionate staff. The environment is clean welcoming and well run, and residents are treated with respect and dignity at all times. Communication is excellent and nothing is to much trouble. It gives real peace of mind knowing loved one's are cared for
and in a lovely and safe environment
19 January 2026
The home is very clean, everyone is very friendly, my nans room is nice and she is well looked after.
I love that we can book the private dining area if wanted.
Denise is very kind towards my nan.
15 January 2026
Staff are very friendly and helpful. When my nan hasn't liked something that was being offered to eat they made something special to keep her happy. Staff are very patient and understanding and show respect and empathy.
09 January 2026
Everyone is always very warm, welcoming & caring. All residents seem well cared for & happy. Always something going on & someone around. Makes me feel relaxed knowing my nan is in good care.
09 January 2026
Always happy experience seeing Mum and her friends. Very settled and enjoys herself with all that is going on. Staff are always lovely.
08 January 2026
Right from the moment I walked through the door you are made to feel at home, greeted with smiles and happy greetings. The home is well lit, warm and clean. The lounges are inviting and very comfortable. Residents have happy faces, there are activities for those who can and want to join in saw
(singing musical & children to sing). Wherever you walk through is clean, tidy and looking beautiful, lots of pictures and ornaments to feel homely. Nothing is too much trouble for any of the staff, they know residents by name and shown concern & empathy when talking with them. When in the dining area (drinking lovely coffee and tasting delicious cake) at lunch time the residents were made to feel welcome, encouraged to eat/drink. I am blown away by the love, kindness, care, empathy shown by all staff. My mum is clean, warm, loved & cared for. Thank-you.
05 January 2026
The home is a well rund caring facility which provides excellent care for the residents during their stay. All carers & staff are well trained in the needs of the residents & treat them with respect & dignity at all times. The management ensures that the home is well run at all times. The rooms are
bright, clean & well equipped and the facilities provided are excellent & serve all the residents needs. The home is clean, warm & welcoming. The food is excellent with plenty of variety, nutritious & tasty. The activities team are very good & provides a variety of activities for all the residents. Safety & security is excellent & overall the home offers value for money
29 December 2025
Never been in anywhere like thos before so questions jobe to answer.
Food is good chef won award for national champion. Lucky to have him here. Waves to me at the kitchen window.
18 December 2025
When my wife was brought in on a stretcher she was met by several smiling, competent staff who immediatly made her welcome. After weeks of not being washed or kept tidy in hospital on the first day she was showered and just made to feel so much better. Her mental condition is deteriorating but the
staff do so much to try and stimulate her. A member of staff brings food in to try and get her to sit and drink. Their patience and care is wonderful. I am so grateful to all the staff at this home, I cannot thank you enough.
26 November 2025
A member of staff recommended this care home. I was worried at first as my Dad was in assisted living accommodation. He came straight from hospital. As soon as he arrived staff came out to us and put me at ease straight away. We always feel very welcomed and I know my Dad is being cared for. I can
now be a son again and not a carer.
26 November 2025
Staff were very welcoming and friendly. My father-in-law is very happy there. He was in hospital before coming to the home where he wasn't eating much, now his appetite has come back. I would highly recommend Friston House.
Latest Reviews for Barchester Friston House Care Home
26 May 2026
Dad was a resident at Friston House for 18 months before he sadly passed away.
During that time he was shown excellent care, dignity & compassion. We were supported as a family too with understanding & empathy.
It was a difficult decision to come to terms with a realising that Dad could no longer
stay in his own home. We are so pleased that we chose Friston House staff to take care of him. The staff there became part of our family too. They always strive to do their very best. No hesitation to recommend Friston House.
15 May 2026
I have found everything very good, the girls and men are very excellent with all they do, helpful and kind, and very careing, always on call
07 May 2026
Recently Mum was unwell & needed an urgent respite stay for her husband who she cares for full time. From the moment I phoned Friston House late on a Sunday night to make a frantic enquiry, we felt there was a hope & help on the horizon. The Manager called me on Monday morning & by Tuesday afternoon
he moved in.
When I visited, I was not surprised to see he was unsettled, I know this is common for people living with Dementia. What I found enormously reassuring was seeing how staff interacted with him, knew his name, took time to stop & chat, offered their arm to walk him down the corridor. On the day he was coming home, I sat in the dining room during lunch. He ate soup, a chickpea curry & a big portion of apple crumble & custard. He rarely finishes a sandwich.
Making the decision to place a loved one into care is daunting, emotional & frankly not cheap. But this was worth so much more than money, it meant Mum could recuperate & for a brief time prioritise her own health & rest needs.
28 April 2026
My sister, Janette, has been in Friston House since 20/12/25 after being in hospital since September '25 and nhs rehabilitation. The decision to self fund for one month, whilst negotiating with social services, was banked on Janettes stay there from 20/01/25 until 5/05/25, again self funded, whilst
a very long wait for a social worker to be appointed. This happened April '25, she was sat her 5/05/25 and back in hospital 10/5/25. A very poor decision on the part of social worker. Janette is happy here.
24 April 2026
Have now been visiting the care home for about a year now and from the first visit and ever since how always found the staff very helpfull ,always kind and caring to the residents in every way. The home itself is very pleasant and makes a very good environment for the residents as well.
10 April 2026
I am so glad I chose Friston House for my mother-in-law. I cannot fault the care she receives from the whole team and also the support I receive as a relative. Ma-in-law has been with them for approximately 2.5 years and the care she receives has never gone below exceptional.
06 April 2026
Absolutely fabulous home, staff go far and beyond to help and welcome you. Recommend this home for their loved ones.
03 April 2026
Very welcoming. Staff very friendly. A lovely, well-kept home!
The cake and coffee were excellent!! Thank you!
29 January 2026
I am so pleased with the care that my Nan, Anne has received at Friston. The home is beautifully decorated and the staff are incredibly friendly. My Nan settled into the home with such ease and its always so welcoming when I would visit her. The home runs smoothly and the general manager is very
professional and knowledgeable. I would highly recommend this home and I am so pleased my Nan has called this home, her home.
19 January 2026
An excellent care home with truly caring and compassionate staff. The environment is clean welcoming and well run, and residents are treated with respect and dignity at all times. Communication is excellent and nothing is to much trouble. It gives real peace of mind knowing loved one's are cared for
and in a lovely and safe environment
19 January 2026
The home is very clean, everyone is very friendly, my nans room is nice and she is well looked after.
I love that we can book the private dining area if wanted.
Denise is very kind towards my nan.
15 January 2026
Staff are very friendly and helpful. When my nan hasn't liked something that was being offered to eat they made something special to keep her happy. Staff are very patient and understanding and show respect and empathy.
09 January 2026
Everyone is always very warm, welcoming & caring. All residents seem well cared for & happy. Always something going on & someone around. Makes me feel relaxed knowing my nan is in good care.
09 January 2026
Always happy experience seeing Mum and her friends. Very settled and enjoys herself with all that is going on. Staff are always lovely.
08 January 2026
Right from the moment I walked through the door you are made to feel at home, greeted with smiles and happy greetings. The home is well lit, warm and clean. The lounges are inviting and very comfortable. Residents have happy faces, there are activities for those who can and want to join in saw
(singing musical & children to sing). Wherever you walk through is clean, tidy and looking beautiful, lots of pictures and ornaments to feel homely. Nothing is too much trouble for any of the staff, they know residents by name and shown concern & empathy when talking with them. When in the dining area (drinking lovely coffee and tasting delicious cake) at lunch time the residents were made to feel welcome, encouraged to eat/drink. I am blown away by the love, kindness, care, empathy shown by all staff. My mum is clean, warm, loved & cared for. Thank-you.
05 January 2026
The home is a well rund caring facility which provides excellent care for the residents during their stay. All carers & staff are well trained in the needs of the residents & treat them with respect & dignity at all times. The management ensures that the home is well run at all times. The rooms are
bright, clean & well equipped and the facilities provided are excellent & serve all the residents needs. The home is clean, warm & welcoming. The food is excellent with plenty of variety, nutritious & tasty. The activities team are very good & provides a variety of activities for all the residents. Safety & security is excellent & overall the home offers value for money
29 December 2025
Never been in anywhere like thos before so questions jobe to answer.
Food is good chef won award for national champion. Lucky to have him here. Waves to me at the kitchen window.
18 December 2025
When my wife was brought in on a stretcher she was met by several smiling, competent staff who immediatly made her welcome. After weeks of not being washed or kept tidy in hospital on the first day she was showered and just made to feel so much better. Her mental condition is deteriorating but the
staff do so much to try and stimulate her. A member of staff brings food in to try and get her to sit and drink. Their patience and care is wonderful. I am so grateful to all the staff at this home, I cannot thank you enough.
26 November 2025
A member of staff recommended this care home. I was worried at first as my Dad was in assisted living accommodation. He came straight from hospital. As soon as he arrived staff came out to us and put me at ease straight away. We always feel very welcomed and I know my Dad is being cared for. I can
now be a son again and not a carer.
26 November 2025
Staff were very welcoming and friendly. My father-in-law is very happy there. He was in hospital before coming to the home where he wasn't eating much, now his appetite has come back. I would highly recommend Friston House.