Russell Court Nursing Home
Nursing home · Longfield
Russell Square, Longfield, DA3 7RY
Run by Russell Court Limited
- GoodCQC · Jun 2019
- 8.0Our score
- Beds40
- Type of careNursing
- Phone01474 708151
Latest inspection
- Inspected on 12 June 2019
Inspected more than 4 years ago
What the inspectors rate
- SafeGood
- EffectiveGood
- CaringGood
- ResponsiveGood
- Well-ledGood
- Regulator
- Care Quality Commission
- Registered as
- Russell Court Nursing Home
- Status
- Registered in England
- Latest rating
- Good
- Register number
- 1-115959002
From the public register of the Care Quality Commission, checked on 2 November 2026.
About Russell Court Nursing Home
Russell Court is a purpose-built, 40-bed nursing home with a dedicated dementia ward across two floors. It provides 24-hour nursing care for older people and those with complex nursing needs, including end-of-life and dementia nursing care.
A weekly programme includes flower arranging, badminton and visiting entertainers. Residents can also use a quiet lounge without television or radio and keep in touch with loved ones through Skype or FaceTime. Respite placements are available from two weeks to several months, depending on availability. Family, friends and the local community are welcome to join selected activities and events.
Care on offer
- Care homes
Compared with Longfield
Nearest
| Name | Distance | Official rating | Our score | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bramblings Residential HomeHartley | 0.2 miles | Requires improvement | 6.8 | |
| The Old Downs Care CentreDartford | 0.6 miles | Good | 8.0 | |
| Hazelwood Care HomeLongfield | 0.9 miles | Good | 8.0 | |
| Fairby GrangeLongfield | 1 miles | Good | 8.0 | |
| Withens Nursing HomeGravesend | 1.4 miles | Good | 8.0 |
What stands out
What stands out
- Dedicated dementia ward
- 40-bed purpose-built home
- Two-week respite placements
Suits: Older people needing complex nursing or dementia care
Types of care
Also works on: nursing
Location
Russell Square, Longfield, DA3 7RY
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Questions families ask
What type of nursing care does Russell Court provide?
They provide nursing care for elderly and frail residents, including end of life care, complex nursing needs and dementia nursing care.
How does Russell Court help new residents settle in?
Staff help each resident settle and reassure them, and they meet their named nurse within the first few days of admission. Residents can bring photographs and ornaments for their room.
Can dogs visit residents at Russell Court?
Yes. Dogs may visit, provided they are kept on a lead at all times.
What funding methods does Russell Court accept?
They accept self-funding, Continuing Healthcare funding and local authority funding following a financial assessment.
Does Russell Court offer short-term respite care?
Yes. They offer respite care for short-term placements, accommodating stays from two weeks to several months.
How much does Russell Court Nursing Home cost?
The CQC register does not list fees, so ask Russell Court 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.