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Alexander House - Dover

140-142 Folkestone Road, Dover, CT17 9SP

Good - Regulator's rating

Residential
Dementia
Palliative
46 beds • Opened in 1981
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6

Temple Ewell Nursing Home

Wellington Road, Temple Ewell, Dover, CT16 3DB

Good - Regulator's rating

Nursing
Palliative
44 beds • Opened in 1987

Alandale Residential Home

9 The Drove, Whitfield, Dover, CT16 3JB

Requires improvement - Regulator's rating

Residential
35 beds • 30 en-suite rooms • Opened in 1982
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1

Chitty Barn

Chittys Barn, Salisbury Road, Dover, CT16 1EU

Outstanding - Regulator's rating

Residential
Dementia
3 beds • Opened in 2014

Alison Crescent

65 Alison Crescent, Whitfield, Dover, CT16 3LP

Good - Regulator's rating

Residential
1 bed • Opened in 2018

Applecroft Care Home

Sanctuary Close, River, Dover, CT17 0ER

Good - Regulator's rating

Residential
Dementia
Nursing
75 beds • All en-suite • Opened in 1999

Avondale Castlemount Lodge

Castle Mount Lodge, Taswell Street, Dover, CT16 1SG

Good - Regulator's rating

Residential
9 beds • Opened in 2016

Brambling House

46 Eythorne Road, Shepherdswell, Dover, CT15 7PG

Good - Regulator's rating

Residential
Dementia
20 beds • 11 en-suite rooms • Opened in 1994

Brambling Lodge

48 Eythorne Road, Shepherdswell, Dover, CT15 7PG

Good - Regulator's rating

Residential
Dementia
27 beds • 2 en-suite rooms • Opened in 2003

Laureston House Residential Home

Laureston House, Laureston Place, Dover, CT16 1QU

Good - Regulator's rating

Residential
Dementia
21 beds • 1 en-suite room • Opened in 1982

Overview of care homes in Dover

Care homes in Dover

20

Homes that offer nursing care

6

Specialise in dementia care

13

Homes rated good or above

14

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Frequently asked questions

  • How many care homes are there in Dover?

    There are 20 care homes in Dover offering a range of specialisms. If you’re not sure which type of care home is best for you, you can read our guide on how to choose the right care home.

  • How are care homes in Dover regulated?

    All care homes in Dover are regulated by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). Of the 20 care homes in Dover, 14 have been rated good or above.

  • How many care homes in Dover specialise in dementia care?

    There are 13 care homes in Dover who offer specialist dementia care for more information on the specific homes, view our dementia care home list.

  • How much do care homes in Dover cost?

    On average residential care homes in South East cost £775 per week, with nursing homes costing on average £1,019 per week. From the care homes in Dover who share their prices with us, we can see care home prices starting from £650 per week.

  • What is the difference between nursing homes and residential care homes?

    Residential care homes provide residents with accommodation, meals, and assistance with personal care and medication. However, a nursing care home will also provide medical care from a qualified nurse, including treatment for any illness or injuries.

  • Will I be entitled to local authority funding to help pay for a care home in Dover?

    In England, if your total savings and property assets are below £23,250, then you may be able to access local authority funding towards accommodation costs, personal care and nursing care. Read our care home funding article for more advice.

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