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Dementia care homes in Maidstone

28 of the 38 care homes in Maidstone are registered with the CQC as dementia care homes, of which 18 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 Maidstone typically cost £1,450 a week, about £75,400 a year, based on 3 homes with a fee on record; the middle half charge £1,365 to £1,475. That is close to the typical residential fee in Kent of £1,470.

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

Compare with a live-in carer at home through PrimeCarers

The typical dementia care home in Maidstone
£1,450a week

About £75,400 a year

For a couple, two places: £2,900 a week

PrimeCarersA live-in carer, at home
£1,120a week

The typical live-in carer near Kent, set by the carer

Staying at home could cost about £330 a week less, £17,160 over a year

A couple can share one carer, about £1,355 a week, £1,545 a week less than two places.

See live-in carers near Kent
39 live-in carers on PrimeCarers within about an hour of Kent

PrimeCarers runs this site. Carers on it are self-employed and set their own rates. Every carer has had an enhanced DBS check in the last 18 months, ID and right-to-work checks and an online interview. Their skills and training are for you to check with them.

Nursing careFees published
Barty House Nursing Home, Maidstone

Barty House Nursing Home

Maidstone, ME14 · 59 beds
CQC: Not yet rated
NursingDementiaVentas
Fee not published
Area typical £1,450 a week
No reviews yet
Or a live-in carer at home through PrimeCarers: typically £1,120 a week
PrimeCarersAnother option

Stay at home with a live-in carer near Kent

A carer moves in, so there is no move, no shared lounge and your own routine. Each carer’s profile shows their rate, experience and reviews, and you choose who to talk to.

39 live-in carers on PrimeCarers within about an hour of Kent
Live-in, a week
typically £1,120
A couple sharing one carer about £1,355
Dickley Court, Maidstone

Dickley Court

Maidstone, ME17 · 13 beds
CQC: Not yet rated
Fee not published
Area typical £1,450 a week
No reviews yet
Or a live-in carer at home through PrimeCarers: typically £1,120 a week
Invicta Court, Maidstone

Invicta Court

Maidstone, ME14 · 75 beds
CQC: Not yet rated
NursingDementiaCare
Fee not published
Area typical £1,450 a week
No reviews yet
Or a live-in carer at home through PrimeCarers: typically £1,120 a week
Rose Water Place Care Home, Maidstone

Rose Water Place Care Home

Maidstone, ME17 · 66 beds
CQC: Not yet rated
ResidentialDementiaWelltower
Fee not published
Area typical £1,450 a week
No reviews yet
Or a live-in carer at home through PrimeCarers: typically £1,120 a week
Care at home

39 live-in carers within about an hour of Kent

These are self-employed carers on PrimeCarers, the introductory agency that runs this directory. Each has a profile with their own rates and reviews from families, and you choose who to talk to.

Most charge £980 to £1,260 a week. 33 can care for a couple. 12 years' experience on average.

“Always on time and with a lovely smile for my mum. Theresa is kind and sensitive to my mum's needs.”
Anthea D., about Theresa L.
“Irene was a very kind and empathetic carer who knew just the right words to say to put a smile on my face.”
Winnie N., about Irene N.
See live-in carers near KentProfiles, rates and reviews are free to look at.

Every carer has had an enhanced DBS check in the last 18 months, ID and right-to-work checks and an online interview. Their skills and training are for you to check with them. Carers set their own rates, and who is free changes week to week.

Typical dementia care homes fees in Maidstone

Median weekly fee for each type of care, across the 28 homes in the area. The range covers the middle half.

Residential dementia care
£1,450
Usually £1,365 to £1,475 a week3 homes
Live-in carer at home, PrimeCarers
£1,120
Typical week, set by the carer. A couple sharing one carer about £1,355

Common questions

How much do dementia care homes in Maidstone cost?

Dementia care homes in Maidstone typically charge £1,450 a week, usually between £1,365 and £1,475. 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 Maidstone?

28 of the 38 CQC-registered care homes in Maidstone 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 Maidstone?

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 Maidstone?

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.