Dementia care homes in Canterbury

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Canterbury has 36 dementia care homes registered with the Care Quality Commission, 12 of them with nursing. Of the homes on this page, the CQC rates 23 Good, 10 Requires improvement and 2 Inadequate. 1 home is 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).

All care homes in Canterbury (64)

Canterbury at a glance

36on this list

Official rating
  • Good23
  • Requires improvement10
  • Inadequate2
  • Not yet rated1
  • 66% rated Good or Outstanding
  • Average score7.2 / 10
  • Types of care92% offer elderly care
How this list is ordered

This list includes every home in Canterbury 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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36 dementia care homes in Canterbury

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Adisham House

Run by W McGuinness and J Bishop

Pond Hill, Adisham, Canterbury, CT3 3LH
GoodCQC · Feb 2019

Inspected more than 4 years ago

  • Residential
  • 9 beds
  • Dementia
  • Learning disabilities
  • Mental health

Adisham House supports adults with learning disabilities, autism and dementia, alongside people with sensory impairments, physical disabilities and mental health-related needs. Its residential care approach is person-centred and designed to encourage independence within a safe, supportive home.

The home offers activities intended to promote social interaction, physical wellbeing and personal development.

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Kingston House

Run by Caretech Community Services (No.2) Limited

10 The Street, Kingston, Canterbury, CT4 6HZ
GoodCQC · Feb 2020

Inspected more than 4 years ago

  • Residential
  • 9 beds
  • Dementia
  • Learning disabilities
  • Mental health

Kingston House provides residential support for people with dementia, learning disabilities and mental health needs. Its care sits within a wider specialist service that aims to promote independence, confidence and fulfilling daily life for people with complex needs.

Support can include residential care, supported living and transition planning, with teams working alongside families, care managers and other professionals.

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Bluebells Care Home

Run by H U Investments Limited

3 Joy Lane, Whitstable, CT5 4LS
GoodCQC · Aug 2024
  • Residential
  • 30 beds
  • Dementia
  • Elderly care

Permanent residential care and short respite stays are available for older people and people living with dementia at Bluebells Care Home. The Whitstable home has 30 single bedrooms, including 27 with en-suite facilities, and provides 24-hour support in a residential setting.

Daily life includes meals and activities, with opportunities to maintain independence and participate in celebrations.

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Bridge Haven

Run by Avante Care and Support Limited

Conyngham Lane, Bridge, Canterbury, CT4 5JX
GoodCQC · May 2025
  • Residential
  • 53 beds
  • Dementia
  • Elderly care
  • Younger adults

Residential, dementia and respite care at Bridge Haven is available for older people and younger adults in Canterbury. The not-for-profit home is registered without nursing and provides care for dementia, older people and younger adults.

Bridge Haven has a garden where residents can sit outside, alongside shared spaces for everyday routines and social time.

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Broomfield Lodge

Run by Broomfield Lodge Ltd

1 Hunters Forstal Road, Herne Bay, CT6 7DN
GoodCQC · Jun 2021

Inspected more than 4 years ago

  • Residential
  • 24 beds
  • Dementia
  • Elderly care
  • Younger adults

Broomfield Lodge provides residential and respite care for older people and people with dementia in a two-storey Herne Bay home. The accommodation includes 21 single bedrooms, seven with en-suite facilities, plus bathrooms and toilets on each floor. A passenger lift connects the levels.

The home has gardens, private parking, a TV lounge and dining room. Its stated aims include promoting independence, self-care abilities, dignity and positive…

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Elizabeth House

Run by Cooper Tarry Partners LLP

68 Island Road, Upstreet, Canterbury, CT3 4DD
GoodCQC · Sept 2019

Inspected more than 4 years ago

  • Residential
  • 22 beds
  • Dementia
  • Elderly care
  • Mental health

Residential care home for 22 residents in Canterbury, run by Cooper Tarry Partners LLP. Supports dementia, older people, mental health, younger adults and substance misuse.

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Hamilton's Residential Home

Run by Lett's Care Ltd

26 Island Road, Upstreet, Canterbury, CT3 4DA
GoodCQC · Nov 2025
  • Residential
  • 17 beds
  • Dementia
  • Elderly care
  • Younger adults

Residential care home for 17 residents in Canterbury, run by Lett's Care Ltd. Supports dementia, older people and younger adults.

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High Pines Residential Home Limited

Run by High Pines Residential Home Limited

47 Pigeon Lane, Herne, Herne Bay, CT6 7ES
GoodCQC · Feb 2020

Inspected more than 4 years ago

  • Residential
  • 27 beds
  • Dementia
  • Elderly care

High Pines Residential Home Limited provides residential and dementia care for older people in Herne Bay. The home supports residents through 24-hour personalised care, daily activities, shared meals and opportunities to enjoy company while retaining a calm residential routine.

The home has been owned by its current proprietor since 2008 and was refurbished in 2012.

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Highfield Care Home

Run by Vivendo Care Limited

Bekesbourne Lane, Bekesbourne, Canterbury, CT4 5DX
GoodCQC · May 2026
  • Nursing
  • 34 beds
  • Dementia
  • Elderly care
  • Physical disabilities

Care home with nursing for 34 residents in Canterbury, run by Vivendo Care Limited. Supports dementia, older people, physical disabilities and younger adults.

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Highland House

Run by Highland House Residential Home Limited

Littlebourne Road, Canterbury, CT3 4AE
GoodCQC · Jan 2020

Inspected more than 4 years ago

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

Residential care home for 30 residents in Canterbury, run by Highland House Residential Home Limited. Supports dementia, older people, physical disabilities and sensory impairment.

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Littlebourne House Residential Care Home

Run by Littlebourne House Limited

2 High Street, Littlebourne, Canterbury, CT3 1UN
GoodCQC · Sept 2026
  • Residential
  • 65 beds
  • Dementia
  • Elderly care
  • Mental health

Littlebourne House Residential Care Home provides permanent residential care and respite care for older people, with particular experience in dementia care. The family-run home occupies an 18th-century manor house in village surroundings, with communal space, gardens and purpose-built passenger lifts.

Residents can follow a varied weekly programme organised by an activities team, including gardening, cooking and outings.

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Lyndhurst Rest Home

Run by Lyndhurst Rest Home Limited

42-43 Marine Parade, Tankerton, Whitstable, CT5 2BE
GoodCQC · Oct 2019

Inspected more than 4 years ago

  • Residential
  • 44 beds
  • Dementia

Lyndhurst Rest Home provides residential care and dementia support in a seaside setting overlooking Tankerton Bay. The home is part of Oasis Care Group, a family-run organisation serving older people, and offers a residential environment with communal spaces and an accessible garden.

The home has 27 beds, en-suite rooms, a conservatory, a wet room and garden access.

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Miramar Care Home

Run by Avery At The Miramar (Operations) Limited

165 Reculver Road, Beltinge, Herne Bay, CT6 6PX
GoodCQC · May 2024
  • Residential
  • 108 beds
  • Dementia
  • Elderly care
  • Physical disabilities

Miramar Care Home provides residential and dementia care for older people in Herne Bay, with sea views over the Thames Estuary. The home offers a setting where residents can take part in activities, enjoy meals and spend time with family and friends.

Facilities include a therapy suite, entertainment suite, salon and garden terrace. Avery’s wider approach combines care with social opportunities and individual interests, while Miramar’s location…

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Roper House

Run by Achieve Together Limited

St. Dunstans Street, Canterbury, CT2 8BZ
GoodCQC · Feb 2023
  • Residential
  • 24 beds
  • Dementia
  • Elderly care
  • Learning disabilities

Residential care home for 24 residents in Canterbury, run by Achieve Together Limited. Supports dementia, older people, learning disabilities, mental health, physical disabilities, sensory impairment and younger adults.

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Tarrys Residential Home

Run by ARG Global Ltd

86-88 Grand Drive, Herne Bay, CT6 8LL
GoodCQC · Mar 2024
  • Residential
  • 19 beds
  • Dementia
  • Elderly care
  • Learning disabilities

Residential care at Tarrys Residential Home is registered for older people, dementia and learning disabilities. The home’s service pages cover moving in, its services and the management team, giving families a route into discussing a resident’s needs and daily support.

A registered provider and manager lead the home, while the team includes substantial social care experience.

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The Cumberland

Run by St Brelades Retirement Homes Limited

9-11 Beltinge Road, Herne Bay, CT6 6DB
GoodCQC · Apr 2025
  • Residential
  • 29 beds
  • Dementia
  • Elderly care

Specialist residential dementia care at The Cumberland is available to men and women in Herne Bay. The home offers long-term stays and short-term respite, including stays after hospital or breaks for family carers, within a setting focused on dignity, privacy and daily choice.

Accommodation includes larger-than-average rooms, adapted facilities and easy-access gardens.

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Tralee Rest Home

Run by Tralee Ltd

38-40, Tankerton Road, Whitstable, CT5 2AB
GoodCQC · Jul 2025
  • Residential
  • 36 beds
  • Dementia
  • Elderly care

Tralee Rest Home accommodates up to 36 older residents in Whitstable, including people living with Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. Residential, respite and day-care options are available, with care plans matched to each resident’s lifestyle, personality and changing needs.

Accommodation spans two connected properties with lounges, a dining area, gardens and bedrooms equipped with nurse call systems.

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Whitstable House

Run by Whitstable House Limited

Boorman Way, Whitstable, CT5 3SE
GoodCQC · Aug 2025
  • Nursing
  • 101 beds
  • Dementia
  • Elderly care
  • Physical disabilities

Care home with nursing for 101 residents in Whitstable, run by Whitstable House Limited. Supports dementia, older people, physical disabilities, sensory impairment and younger adults.

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Willow Tree Lodge

Run by Veecare Ltd

126-128 Old Dover Road, Canterbury, CT1 3PF
GoodCQC · May 2025
  • Nursing
  • 34 beds
  • Dementia
  • Elderly care

Willow Tree Lodge supports up to 34 older residents with residential nursing care, including people living with dementia and those with complex nursing needs. Care is available around the clock, with individual needs and abilities shaping the support provided.

Residents receive personalised care plans that are reviewed as needs change, alongside nursing support, personal care and medication assistance.

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Greenbanks

Run by Greenbanks House Limited

Greenhills, Barham, Canterbury, CT4 6LE
GoodCQC · Aug 2021
  • Well-led Requires improvement

Inspected more than 4 years ago

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

Greenbanks supports adults with learning disabilities in a residential home where care is tailored to individual routines, goals and independence. Residents receive help with personal care, mobility, medication and daily activities, with support available around the clock.

Life-skills facilities connect residents with craft and IT classes, gardening and work at a local garden centre and coffee shop.

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What to look for in dementia care homes

  1. Staff training

    Staff training and experience with the person’s type and stage of dementia.

  2. A calm

    A calm, understandable and secure environment that supports independence.

  3. Personalised care planning

    Personalised care planning, meaningful activity and communication with families.

Questions families ask

What should dementia care homes offer?

Dementia care should adapt to the person’s history, routines, communication and changing needs. A CQC rating is useful evidence, but it does not by itself show whether a home is the right environment for a particular person. Some dementia care homes are residential homes, others also provide 24-hour nursing care for people with clinical needs, so confirm that the home can support the person’s diagnosis, communication, mobility, medicines and likely future needs.

How many dementia care homes are there in Canterbury?

36 dementia care homes in Canterbury are on the CQC register (data of 2 November 2026).

How much does a care home cost in Canterbury?

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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