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Dementia care homes in Kent

235 of the 499 care homes in Kent are registered with the CQC as dementia care homes, of which 4 are rated Outstanding and 151 Good. A dementia care home is registered with the CQC to care for people living with dementia, with staff trained for it and a building laid out to keep residents safe and settled.

Dementia care homes in Kent typically cost £1,500 a week, about £78,000 a year, based on 16 homes with a fee on record; the middle half charge £1,485 to £1,600. That is close to the typical residential fee in Kent of £1,500.

A live-in carer at home, which many families weigh against dementia care home care, costs from about £1,120 a week and can look after a couple.

Nursing careFees published

Chitty Barn

Dover, CT16 · 3 beds
CQC: Outstanding
ResidentialDementiaLDC Care Company
Fee not published
Area typical £1,500 a week
No reviews yet

Weald Heights

Sevenoaks, TN13 · 80 beds
CQC: Outstanding
NursingDementiaCare
Fee not published
Area typical £1,500 a week
No reviews yet

Weald Heights

Sevenoaks, TN13 · 80 beds
CQC: Outstanding
NursingDementiaWelltower
Fee not published
Area typical £1,500 a week
No reviews yet

Typical dementia care homes fees in Kent

Based on 235 homes in the area. Middle figure is the median; the range is the middle half of homes.

Residential dementia care
£1,500 a week
Usually £1,485 to £1,600 · 16 homes with fees

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Common questions

How much do dementia care homes in Kent cost?

Dementia care homes in Kent typically charge £1,500 a week, usually between £1,485 and £1,600. Fees depend on the room and the level of care, so ask each home for a written quote.

How many dementia care homes are there in Kent?

235 of the 499 CQC-registered care homes in Kent are dementia care homes. The list is refreshed from the CQC register every month.

What should I look for in a dementia care home in Kent?

Look for staff trained in dementia care, a building that is easy to find your way around, secure gardens, a calm routine and activities built around what residents used to enjoy. Ask how the home handles distress and whether it can keep caring for someone as dementia advances, so a second move is not needed.

Will the council pay for dementia care home care in Kent?

If your savings and assets are below £23,250 the council will assess what you can afford and may pay part or all of the fee. Ask the adult social care team at Kent council for a needs assessment.