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Care Homes in Kent

487 care homes listed in Kent. 73% of these listings have a recorded Good or Outstanding CQC rating. Part of the South East region.

Care Home Snapshot

Homes in this directory
487
Recorded bed capacity
14,691

CQC Ratings

17 Outstanding
339 Good
87 Requires Improvement
9 Inadequate

Care Types

125 Nursing
370 Residential
214 Dementia care recorded

These figures describe the open homes listed in this directory, including services for older people and other adults. Closed, removed and secondary registrations are excluded. 35 listings have no overall CQC rating recorded.

Bed totals are recorded capacity, not available places. Care categories can overlap; confirm that a home can meet the person's needs.

Care Cost Estimator

Average weekly cost in South East

£1,243
per week
52 weeks (1 year)
1 week156 weeks (3 years)
Estimated total
£64,636

Based on regional averages.
Source: Laing Buisson 2025 via PayingForCare.org

Browse:AllNursing (125)Residential (370)Dementia (214)Learning Disabilities (205)Mental Health (86)Physical Disabilities (169)Outstanding (17)Good (339)Garden (27)En-suite (14)Cinema (4)Hairdresser (11)
View all 487 care homes in Kent A to Z

Explore 100 checked listings in Kent

We checked these homes against their CQC records on 20 September 2026. Each listing links to its source and explains the rating. 14 also include practical details checked against the home's own website.

This is a selection from our directory, not a recommendation or a ranking. Current fees, vacancies and suitability still need to be confirmed with the home.

Browse the 100 checked listings, A to Z

487 care homes

OutstandingResidential

Aspley House

204 London Road, Sittingbourne, Kent, ME10 1QA
Prices on application
017954388564 beds
Learning disabilitiesYounger adults
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OutstandingResidential

Avondale House

25 Roxburgh Road, Westgate On Sea, Kent, CT8 8RX
Prices on application
018436065118 beds
Learning disabilitiesMental healthOlder peopleYounger adults
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OutstandingResidential

Chitty Barn

Chittys Barn, Salisbury Road, Dover, Kent, CT16 1EU
Prices on application
013032760003 beds
DementiaLearning disabilitiesMental healthOlder people+3 more
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OutstandingResidential

Gresham House

Station Road, Staplehurst, Kent, TN12 0PZ
Prices on application
0158089515012 beds
Learning disabilitiesSensory impairmentsYounger adults
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OutstandingResidential

Lady Dane Farmhouse

Love Lane, Faversham, Kent, ME13 8BJ
Prices on application
0122737329215 beds
Learning disabilitiesOlder peoplePhysical disabilitiesSensory impairments+1 more
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OutstandingResidential

Moordean

Oak Lane, Minster On Sea, Sheerness, Kent, ME12 3QP
Prices on application
017953516416 beds
Learning disabilitiesYounger adults
View Details
OutstandingResidential

The Glen

162 Folkestone Road, Dover, Kent, CT17 9SN
Prices on application
013032760009 beds
Learning disabilities
View Details
OutstandingNursing

Weald Heights

Bourchier Close, Sevenoaks, Kent, TN13 1PD
Prices on application
0333321829580 beds
DementiaOlder peopleYounger adults
View Details
GoodResidential

1 & 2 Hedgerows

1-2 Station Road, Staplehurst, Kent, TN12 0QQ
Prices on application
030004226334 beds
Learning disabilitiesOlder peoplePhysical disabilitiesSensory impairments+1 more
View Details
GoodResidential

12 Channel Lea

12 Channel Lea, Walmer, Deal, Kent, CT14 7UG
Prices on application
013043671313 beds
Learning disabilitiesYounger adults
View Details

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Frequently Asked Questions About Care Homes in Kent

How many care homes are there in Kent?
This directory lists 487 open care homes in Kent. Listings cover services for older people and other adults. Browse by care type and CQC rating, then check that each home can meet the person's needs.
How much do care homes cost in Kent?
Fees depend on the home, room and care needs. Ask your shortlisted homes in Kent for a current written quote, including what is covered, extra charges and how fees may change. Where a listing includes a checked published fee, it gives the source and check date; this is not a personalised quote.
How do I find a good care home in Kent?
Start by filtering care homes by CQC rating - look for homes rated Good or Outstanding. Consider the type of care needed (residential, nursing, or dementia care), location for family visits, and facilities offered. Visit your shortlisted homes in person before deciding.
What types of care homes are available in Kent?
Use the care-type links to explore the services recorded for homes in Kent. Read the individual CQC record and speak to the home about the support needed, including dementia care, nursing or short stays. A care category alone does not confirm that a home can accept a particular resident.

Helpful Guides

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