Opened in 2010, our care home in Gillingham has 88 beds divided into 5 separate wings, all of which are named after former mayors and lady mayors of Gillingham: Bessie Parr, William Griffin, George Smith, Freddie Cooper and Barry Hodgman. Thanks to this layout, we are able to provide residential, dementia, nursing, learning disability and physical disability care within a safe environment.
At Charing House, we provide personalised care that is tailored to meet the needs of individual resident...
Friston House Care Home in Rochester
Friston House is a modern, purpose-built care home, located near the historic city of Rochester. The home has lovely courtyard gardens and good access to public transport.
It is split into three units and offers services to people who require nursing and personal care, people living with working age dementia and people living with dementia, who are supported in dedicated Memory Lane communities.
There is 24-hour nursing cover and links with local NHS s...
Star Care Lodge – Mental Health Residential Home
Location: Gillingham, Kent
Overview
Star Care Lodge is a specialist mental health residential home situated in a sought-after and peaceful residential area, just a short distance from Gillingham town centre in Kent. The location offers convenient access to local amenities, transport links, health services, and community resources, enhancing opportunities for integration and independent living.
Our Purpose
Star Care Lodge is dedicated to suppo...
At Rochester Care Home each resident is different, and we never forget that.
We pride ourselves on the quality of the residential, respite, palliative and end-of life care we give to people living with dementia and cognitive impairment.
We do everything we can so our residents feel completely safe, cared-for and happy. Rochester is a real home for life and we work hard to support residents to have choice and control over their lives as much as possible, as their needs change.
We’re prou...
There are 47 care homes in Medway, with 14 offering nursing care. 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.
All care homes in Medway are regulated by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). Of the 47 care homes in Medway, 27 have been rated good or above.
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 Medway?
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.
In England, care homes are regulated by the Care Quality Commission (CQC) which rates services as Outstanding, Good, Requires Improvement, or Inadequate.