Grafton Lodge
Residential care home · Rochester
40 Goddington Road, Rochester, ME2 3DE
Run by Sathya Care Ltd
- GoodCQC · Oct 2026
- 7.4Our score
- Beds22
- Type of careResidential
- Phone01634 722621
Inspectors asked it to improve: Safe
Latest inspection
- Inspected on 26 October 2026
What the inspectors rate
- SafeRequires improvement
- EffectiveGood
- CaringGood
- ResponsiveGood
- Well-ledGood
- Regulator
- Care Quality Commission
- Registered as
- Grafton Lodge
- Status
- Registered in England
- Latest rating
- Good
- Register number
- 1-6349822560
From the public register of the Care Quality Commission, checked on 2 November 2026.
About Grafton Lodge
Grafton Lodge provides residential, dementia and respite care for up to 22 older people in a small period house in Strood, Rochester. The home supports people who need more help with daily living, including some residents living with dementia, and offers short stays after hospital care or for family-carer breaks.
The home has 20 bedrooms, including two for couples, with a lift and secure gardens. It is owned by two part-time GPs with experience in elderly care, and care is planned around each person. Families can discuss fees and funding before deciding, with a clear weekly fee, explained before you decide.
Care on offer
- Care homes
Compared with Rochester
Nearest
| Name | Distance | Official rating | Our score | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kingsdown HouseKent | 0 miles | Requires improvement | 5.0 | |
| Millstream HouseRochester | 0.1 miles | Good | 8.0 | |
| Shaws Wood Residential Care HomeStrood | 0.1 miles | Requires improvement | 6.8 | |
| Lizbis Care HomeRochester | 0.1 miles | Requires improvement | 5.0 | |
| AmpersandRochester | 0.4 miles | Requires improvement | 6.8 |
Also run by Sathya Care Ltd
| Name | Official rating | Our score | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tollington Lodge Rest HomeWeston-super-mare | Requires improvement | 6.8 |
What stands out
What stands out
- Up to 22 residents
- Owned by two part-time GPs
- Two rooms for couples
Ask about
- Grafton Lodge does not provide nursing care
Suits: Older people needing a small residential care home
Types of care
Also works on: residential
Location
40 Goddington Road, Rochester, ME2 3DE
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Questions families ask
What care does Grafton Lodge provide?
They provide residential care, dementia care and short respite stays, including support for physical disabilities and sight or hearing loss.
Does Grafton Lodge provide nursing care?
No. It is a residential care home rather than a nursing home, although GPs and district nurses visit residents when needed.
How long can a respite stay at Grafton Lodge last?
Short stays normally last from a few days to a few weeks and provide the same care as permanent residents.
Can Grafton Lodge provide special diets?
Yes. Breakfast, lunch and dinner are home-cooked and can be served in the dining room or a resident's room, with special diets catered for.
Can residents bring their own furniture to Grafton Lodge?
Yes. Residents can bring family photos, ornaments and favourite furniture, provided everything fits and is safe in the room.
How much does Grafton Lodge cost?
The CQC register does not list fees, so ask Grafton Lodge for its weekly fee. As a guide, Medway council paid on average £1,100 a week for a residential care place for people aged 65 and over in 2024-2025, against £982 across England (GOV.UK adult social care finance report). People who pay for their own care are usually charged more than councils pay.