Betsy Clara Nursing Home
Nursing home · Maidstone
Courtenay Road, Tovil, Maidstone, ME15 6UW
Run by Betsy Clara and Southdowns Limited
- Requires improvementCQC · Dec 2025
- 6.8Our score
- Beds50
- Type of careNursing
- Phone01622 687523
Inspectors asked it to improve: Safe and Well-led
Latest inspection
- Inspected on 23 December 2025
What the inspectors rate
- SafeRequires improvement
- EffectiveGood
- CaringGood
- ResponsiveGood
- Well-ledRequires improvement
- Regulator
- Care Quality Commission
- Registered as
- Betsy Clara Nursing Home
- Status
- Registered in England
- Latest rating
- Requires improvement
- Register number
- 1-120075191
From the public register of the Care Quality Commission, checked on 2 November 2026.
About Betsy Clara Nursing Home
Betsy Clara Nursing Home provides specialist residential and nursing care in Maidstone, including 24-hour nursing care and dementia support. Care is tailored to residents’ needs, preferences, routines and abilities, with care plans reviewed as circumstances change.
The home’s team can assess requirements before admission and discuss the available support with families and healthcare professionals. Meals are freshly prepared by qualified chefs, with dietary requirements, preferences and nutritional needs accommodated. A dedicated activities team also provides individual and group activities, with visiting entertainers and performers throughout the year. 24-hour nursing care makes Betsy Clara relevant to people requiring ongoing clinical support alongside residential living.
Care on offer
- Care homes
Compared with Maidstone
Nearest
| Name | Distance | Official rating | Our score | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| The OastMaidstone | 0.6 miles | Good | 8.0 | |
| Lukestone Dementia Nursing HomeMaidstone | 0.7 miles | Requires improvement | 6.8 | |
| Magnolia HouseMaidstone | 0.7 miles | Good | 8.0 | |
| Greenbanks Care HomeMaidstone | 0.7 miles | Good | 8.0 | |
| Mont Calm Residential HomeMaidstone | 0.9 miles | Requires improvement | 5.0 |
Also run by Betsy Clara and Southdowns Limited
| Name | Official rating | Our score | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Southdowns Nursing HomeSt Leonards-on-Sea | Good | 8.0 |
What stands out
What stands out
- 24-hour nursing care
- Qualified chefs prepare meals
- Dedicated activities team
Suits: People needing 24-hour nursing or dementia care
Types of care
Also works on: nursing
Location
Courtenay Road, Tovil, Maidstone, ME15 6UW
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Questions families ask
Do they provide 24-hour nursing care?
Yes. Betsy Clara House provides 24-hour nursing care based on each resident’s assessed needs, with care plans reviewed regularly as circumstances change.
Do they provide specialist dementia care?
Yes. Betsy Clara House provides specialist dementia care in a safe, comfortable environment, while supporting residents to maintain as much independence as possible.
Can they accommodate individual dietary requirements?
Yes. Qualified chefs prepare fresh meals and can accommodate individual dietary requirements, preferences and specific nutritional needs.
Is an assessment needed before moving into Betsy Clara House?
Yes. The team carries out an assessment before admission to understand the person’s care needs and confirm that appropriate support can be provided.
What activities are available for residents?
Residents can choose from individual and group activities designed around their interests, preferences and abilities, with visiting entertainers, singers and performers also welcomed.
How much does Betsy Clara Nursing Home cost?
The CQC register does not list fees, so ask Betsy Clara Nursing Home for its weekly fee. As a guide, Kent council paid on average £1,277 a week for a nursing care place for people aged 65 and over in 2024-2025, against £1,102 across England (GOV.UK adult social care finance report). People who pay for their own care are usually charged more than councils pay.