Care homes in Dover

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Dover has 57 care homes registered with the Care Quality Commission, 9 of them with nursing. Of the homes on this page, the CQC rates 4 Outstanding, 37 Good, 12 Requires improvement and 2 Inadequate. 2 homes are not rated yet. Kent council paid on average £1,096 a week for a residential care place and £1,277 for a nursing place for people aged 65 and over in 2024-2025 (GOV.UK adult social care finance report).

Dover at a glance

57on this list

Official rating
  • Outstanding4
  • Good37
  • Requires improvement12
  • Inadequate2
  • Not yet rated2
  • 75% rated Good or Outstanding
  • Average score7.5 / 10
  • Types of care67% offer elderly care
How this list is ordered

This list includes every home in Dover on the CQC register, whatever its rating. The highest scores come first and homes not yet inspected come last.

Paying never changes a home's rating, score or place. Top places are only offered to homes rated Good or Outstanding and are always labelled.

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57 care homes in Dover

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Wolverton Court

Run by High Quality Lifestyles Limited

Alkham Valley Road, Alkham, Dover, CT15 7DS
OutstandingCQC · Jun 2019

Inspected more than 4 years ago

  • Residential
  • 6 beds
  • Learning disabilities

Residential care home for 6 residents in Dover, run by High Quality Lifestyles Limited. Supports learning disabilities.

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The Goodwins

Run by Caretech Community Services (No.2) Limited

3 St Richards Road, Deal, CT14 9JR
OutstandingCQC · Feb 2019

Inspected more than 4 years ago

  • Residential
  • 8 beds
  • Learning disabilities

The Goodwins is listed as a residential care home for people with learning disabilities, while the associated Goodwin Care operation focuses on healthcare staffing. Its documented staffing service supplies nurses and care assistants to clients needing additional care personnel.

The organisation accepts online booking requests and asks clients to describe their requirements before a booking is confirmed.

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Chitty Barn

Run by LDC Care Company Ltd

Chittys Barn, Salisbury Road, Dover, CT16 1EU
OutstandingCQC · Mar 2018

Inspected more than 4 years ago

  • Residential
  • 3 beds
  • Dementia
  • Elderly care
  • Learning disabilities

Chitty Barn supports adults with learning disabilities, mental health needs and other complex requirements through residential care in East Kent. The home forms part of a family-run organisation that also provides supported living, with packages arranged around the person’s needs and accommodation that may be shared or single-person.

Positive Behaviour Support is a central feature of the wider organisation.

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The Glen

Run by LDC Care Company Ltd

162 Folkestone Road, Dover, CT17 9SN
OutstandingCQC · Oct 2018

Inspected more than 4 years ago

  • Residential
  • 9 beds
  • Learning disabilities

Residential care home for 9 residents in Dover, run by LDC Care Company Ltd. Supports learning disabilities.

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Swerford House

Run by High Quality Lifestyles Limited

The Avenue, Temple Ewell, Dover, CT16 3AW
GoodCQC · Jul 2019

Inspected more than 4 years ago

  • Residential
  • 7 beds
  • Learning disabilities

Swerford House offers residential support for up to six autistic men or men with learning disabilities in a semi-rural home near Dover. The setting is intended for people who need a smaller residential environment, with support focused on personal goals, self-esteem and practical independence.

The home’s role is distinct from a general care setting because it supports a limited number of residents and provides a private-estate environment with…

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12 Channel Lea

Run by Voyage 1 Limited

12 Channel Lea, Walmer, Deal, CT14 7UG
GoodCQC · Jan 2026
  • Residential
  • 3 beds
  • Learning disabilities
  • Younger adults

Learning disability support for younger adults is the clearest focus at 12 Channel Lea, a registered residential care home without nursing. The home sits within Voyage Care’s specialist provision for people with learning disabilities, autism, brain injuries and complex needs. Support can be delivered in a registered care home, supported living accommodation, at home or in the community, depending on the person’s circumstances.

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55 Sandwich Road

Run by High Quality Lifestyles Limited

55 Sandwich Road, Whitfield, Dover, CT16 3LT
GoodCQC · Apr 2026
  • Residential
  • 2 beds
  • Elderly care
  • Learning disabilities
  • Younger adults

55 Sandwich Road offers residential support for two autistic men and/or men with a learning disability. The home is intended for people who need a smaller care setting, with support shaped around daily living, independence and individual needs.

Its semi-rural setting in Whitfield Village provides countryside views away from the main road. The service works with families and other professionals, and forms part of Priory’s wider care network.

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Alexander House - Dover

Run by Nicholas James Care Homes Ltd

140-142 Folkestone Road, Dover, CT17 9SP
GoodCQC · Jan 2023
  • Residential
  • 46 beds
  • Dementia
  • Elderly care

Alexander House supports older people in Dover with residential and dementia care, while day care is available through the wider Nicholas James Care Homes offer. Its person-centred approach brings together activities, entertainment, quiet relaxation and one-to-one companionship around each resident.

Dementia support uses structured routines and a familiar environment, with staff also offering emotional support to residents and resources for…

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Ami Group - The Knoll Unit and Ami Court Unit

Run by Raj & Knoll Limited

196-198 Dover Road, Walmer, Deal, CT14 7NB
GoodCQC · Jul 2026
  • Nursing
  • 67 beds
  • Elderly care

Ami Group brings together The Knoll Unit and Ami Court Unit, offering nursing, residential and dementia care for older people in Deal. The wider group also provides palliative and rehabilitation care, with registered nurses and care teams available around the clock in the relevant homes.

The Knoll is a 29-bedroom mid-century building with four couple rooms, communal lounges, a garden with raised flower beds and a heated summer house.

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Anro House

Run by Voyage 1 Limited

17 Cambridge Road, Walmer, Deal, CT14 7HG
GoodCQC · Jun 2026
  • Residential
  • 5 beds
  • Learning disabilities
  • Mental health
  • Younger adults

Anro House provides residential support for up to five adults with autism, learning disabilities, Down’s syndrome, epilepsy and challenging behaviour. The home is designed for people who benefit from a small group setting with support tailored to complex needs.

Its service sits within a wider provider offering residential care homes, supported living and flexible community support.

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Ashingham House

Run by Ashingham House Limited

London Road, Temple Ewell, Dover, CT16 3DJ
GoodCQC · Sept 2026
  • Residential
  • 10 beds
  • Learning disabilities
  • Mental health

Ashingham House provides 24-hour residential care and practical support for adults with learning disabilities and mental health conditions. Its care approach is built around consultation with the person using the service, representatives and local authority assessments of individual needs.

Support planning balances choice, decisions, risks and needs, with the stated aim of protecting dignity and independence.

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Avondale Castlemount Lodge

Run by Avondalecare (Kent) Limited

Castle Mount Lodge, Taswell Street, Dover, CT16 1SG
GoodCQC · Feb 2026
  • Residential
  • 9 beds
  • Elderly care
  • Learning disabilities
  • Mental health

Avondale Castlemount Lodge provides residential care and support for people with learning disabilities, autism spectrum conditions, mental health problems and complex needs. Its services include one-to-one support, residential placements and community support, with small residential homes in East Kent offering eight placements at each site.

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Bradfield Residential Home

Run by Mr David James Johnson & Mrs Brenda Eileen Johnson

Hawksdown Road, Walmer, Deal, CT14 7PW
GoodCQC · Aug 2022

Inspected more than 4 years ago

  • Residential
  • 37 beds
  • Elderly care

Bradfield Residential Home provides 24-hour care and accommodation for people aged 65 and over, including dementia support, in Walmer near Deal. The family-run home is set in an Edwardian manor house with mature gardens, lounges, a library, conservatory and dining room.

Residents can use enclosed gardens, a summer house and a veranda, while daily activities support social interaction and engagement.

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Brambling House

Run by Gem Holistic Care Ltd

46 Eythorne Road, Shepherdswell, Dover, CT15 7PG
GoodCQC · Mar 2020

Inspected more than 4 years ago

  • Residential
  • 20 beds
  • Dementia
  • Elderly care
  • Physical disabilities

Brambling House supports older people who can no longer live safely at home, including people with dementia, physical disabilities or sensory impairment. Personal care is tailored to individual needs, with the aim of preserving independence wherever possible.

Care is assessed and reassessed with residents and relatives, while activities and social opportunities form part of daily life.

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Brambling Lodge

Run by Gem Holistic Care Ltd

48 Eythorne Road, Shepherdswell, Dover, CT15 7PG
GoodCQC · Mar 2020

Inspected more than 4 years ago

  • Residential
  • 27 beds
  • Dementia
  • Elderly care
  • Physical disabilities

Residential care home for 27 residents in Dover, run by Gem Holistic Care Ltd. Supports dementia, older people, physical disabilities and sensory impairment.

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Cameron Lodge

Run by Cameron Lodge Limited

142 Church Path, Middle Deal Road, Deal, CT14 9TU
GoodCQC · Aug 2026
  • Residential
  • 12 beds
  • Elderly care
  • Learning disabilities
  • Mental health

Cameron Lodge provides 24-hour residential support for adults who need personal and practical care in a structured home setting. Its registered scope includes older people and adults with learning disabilities, mental health needs and physical disabilities.

Support is based on consultation, assessment and planning with the person using the service, those acting on their behalf and the local authority where relevant.

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Felbrigg House

Run by Elysium Care Partnerships No 2 Limited

St Alphege Road, Dover, CT16 2PU
GoodCQC · Mar 2023
  • Residential
  • 11 beds
  • Learning disabilities
  • Younger adults

Residential care home for 11 residents in Dover, run by Elysium Care Partnerships No 2 Limited. Supports learning disabilities and younger adults.

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Generals Meadow

Run by Generals Meadow Limited

St. Clare Road, Walmer, Deal, CT14 7PY
GoodCQC · Jul 2022

Inspected more than 4 years ago

  • Residential
  • 19 beds
  • Elderly care

Generals Meadow provides privately owned residential care for older people, including support for mild cognitive impairment and dementia. Day-to-day assistance covers personal care and everyday tasks, with activities intended to stimulate memory and maintain lifestyle, independence and safety.

Prospective residents and relatives are encouraged to visit as often as needed, stay for lunch or spend a day at the home before deciding.

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Hillbrow

Run by Voyage 1 Limited

150 Crabble Hill, Dover, CT17 0SE
GoodCQC · Sept 2019

Inspected more than 4 years ago

  • Residential
  • 9 beds
  • Learning disabilities
  • Mental health
  • Younger adults

Supporting up to nine adults, Hillbrow provides residential care in Dover for people with learning disabilities, mental health needs, epilepsy and low levels of challenging behaviours. Its small scale gives the service a clearly defined residential focus.

Hillbrow forms part of Voyage Care, whose wider services include residential homes, supported living and community support.

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Homeleigh

Run by Homeleigh Care Limited

3 Sondes Road, Deal, CT14 7BW
GoodCQC · Apr 2022

Inspected more than 4 years ago

  • Residential
  • 18 beds
  • Elderly care
  • Mental health

Residential care home for 18 residents in Deal, run by Homeleigh Care Limited. Supports older people and mental health.

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Questions families ask

How many care homes are there in Dover?

57 care homes in Dover are on the CQC register (data of 2 November 2026).

Which care homes in Dover are rated Outstanding?

Wolverton Court, The Goodwins, Chitty Barn and The Glen.

How much does a care home cost in Dover?

Kent council paid on average £1,096 a week for residential care and £1,277 for nursing care for people aged 65 and over in 2024-2025. For adults aged 18 to 64 it paid £1,834 and £1,432. Across England the averages were £982 and £1,102 for people aged 65 and over. People who pay for their own care are often charged more, so ask each home for its weekly fee.

How are these care homes ordered?

Ordered by the MyCareCheck score: the average of the five CQC key-question ratings (safe, effective, caring, responsive and well-led) on a 0 to 10 scale, where Outstanding is 10, Good 8, Requires improvement 5 and Inadequate 2. Homes the CQC has not rated yet come last. No home is left out because of its rating.

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