Dementia care homes in Thanet

Updated

Thanet has 24 dementia care homes registered with the Care Quality Commission, 6 of them with nursing. Of the homes on this page, the CQC rates 16 Good and 5 Requires improvement. 3 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).

All care homes in Thanet (51)

Thanet at a glance

24on this list

Official rating
  • Good16
  • Requires improvement5
  • Not yet rated3
  • 76% rated Good or Outstanding
  • Average score7.5 / 10
  • Types of care38% offer younger adults
How this list is ordered

Homes in Thanet are ordered by the MyCareCheck score, the average of the CQC's ratings for the five questions it asks at every inspection. Where two homes score the same, the better overall rating goes first.

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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24 dementia care homes in Thanet

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Chartwell House

Run by Chartwell House Broadstairs Ltd

Chartwell House, 26 Draco Drive, Off Star Lane, Broadstairs, Margate, CT9 4FY
GoodCQC · Jun 2025
  • Residential
  • 78 beds
  • Dementia
  • Elderly care
  • Physical disabilities

Chartwell House supports older people through residential care, dementia care and short stays, with a Life Enrichment Programme covering physical, creative, social and memory-focused activities. Its dementia support is aimed at mild to moderate needs and includes life story work, memory activities and a calm, structured setting.

Residents can personalise rooms with meaningful belongings and join activities designed to support physical, emotional…

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Claremont Care Home

Run by Hope Care Limited

6 Lower Northdown Avenue, Margate, CT9 2NJ
GoodCQC · Mar 2019

Inspected more than 4 years ago

  • Residential
  • 17 beds
  • Dementia
  • Elderly care

Claremont Care Home supports people over 65 with residential care, dementia care and Alzheimer’s support in central Margate. The small home encourages familiar routines, personal belongings and links with family and friends, creating a setting shaped around everyday comfort.

Residents can receive help with personal care, continence and mobility, with individual care plans reviewed every four weeks.

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Keele House

Run by N & I Healthcare Limited

176/178 High Street, Ramsgate, CT11 9TS
GoodCQC · Oct 2022

Inspected more than 4 years ago

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

Residential care home for 31 residents in Ramsgate, run by N & I Healthcare Limited. Supports dementia, older people and younger adults.

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North Lodge Care Home

Run by Purelake Healthcare Limited

47 St Peters Road, Margate, CT9 1TJ
GoodCQC · Apr 2022

Inspected more than 4 years ago

  • Residential
  • 21 beds
  • Dementia
  • Elderly care

Residential care home for 21 residents in Margate, run by Purelake Healthcare Limited. Supports dementia and older people.

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Roxburgh House

Run by Roxburgh House Limited

29-31 Roxburgh Road, Westgate-on-sea, CT8 8RX
GoodCQC · Feb 2023
  • Residential
  • 22 beds
  • Dementia
  • Elderly care

Residential care home for 22 residents in Westgate-on-sea, run by Roxburgh House Limited. Supports dementia and older people.

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St Michael's Nursing Home

Run by Charing Lodge Limited

Elm Grove, Westgate-on-Sea, Margate, CT8 8LH
GoodCQC · Apr 2023
  • Nursing
  • 65 beds
  • Dementia
  • Elderly care
  • Learning disabilities

St Michael's Nursing Home provides residential and nursing care for adults, with support tailored to health requirements, preferences and daily routines. The home supports independence and offers access to specialist services including audiology, chiropody and other health professionals.

Residents have private bedrooms, many with views of gardens or a nearby golf course, plus communal spaces including a chapel, lounge reading corners and an…

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St Peters Home

Run by St Peter's Home Limited

26-28 St Peters Road, Margate, CT9 1TH
GoodCQC · Mar 2020

Inspected more than 4 years ago

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

St Peters Home provides short- and long-term residential care for people over 65 living with dementia in Margate. The family-run home focuses on dementia care within a residential setting rather than nursing care.

Residents have access to a varied activity calendar, encouragement to continue existing hobbies and three scheduled meals each day, with an additional light supper when needed.

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Terrance House

Run by Terrance House Care Limited

7-19 Belgrave Road, Margate, CT9 1XQ
GoodCQC · Jan 2020

Inspected more than 4 years ago

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

Terrance House provides residential care and round-the-clock personal support for adults aged 18 and over with ongoing mental health issues. Its approach focuses on independence, recovery, safety and participation in the local community, with care changing as residents’ needs develop.

The home offers single rooms, communal areas, activities, trips and support with daily living.

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Wantsum Lodge

Run by Wantsum Lodge Limited

32 St Mildreds Road, Ramsgate, CT11 0EF
GoodCQC · Mar 2019

Inspected more than 4 years ago

  • Residential
  • 41 beds
  • Dementia
  • Elderly care

Wantsum Lodge provides residential, dementia and respite care in Ramsgate, supporting residents to retain their lifestyles, independence and personal choices. Dementia support includes mental, emotional and physical stimulation within a safe environment.

Respite stays are usually arranged for up to eight weeks, although longer periods may be assessed according to individual circumstances.

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Westbrook House Integrated Care Centre

Run by Kent County Council

150 Canterbury Road, Westbrook, Margate, CT9 5DD
GoodCQC · Apr 2020

Inspected more than 4 years ago

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

Residential care home for 60 residents in Margate, run by Kent County Council. Supports dementia, older people and younger adults.

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Willows Care Southern Limited

Run by Willows Care Southern Limited

5-13 Second Avenue, Cliftonville, Margate, CT9 2LL
GoodCQC · Apr 2025
  • Residential
  • 40 beds
  • Dementia
  • Elderly care

Willows Care Southern Limited runs a family-owned home in Margate for older adults, providing residential, dementia, respite and personal care. The home is registered for up to 40 residents aged 65 and over, with male-only and female-only units across three floors.

Residents have access to lift and stairlift access, daily group activities and one-to-one sessions, with the choice to join in or spend quiet time in the lounge or garden.

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WYCHDENE CARE HOME

Run by SLR Care Homes Ltd

19 Callis Court Road, Broadstairs, CT10 3AF
GoodCQC · Apr 2023
  • Residential
  • 24 beds
  • Dementia
  • Elderly care

WYCHDENE CARE HOME supports older people with residential, respite and dementia care in a small family-run home in Broadstairs. Residents receive 24-hour help with everyday needs and are encouraged to maintain independence in a home-from-home setting for up to 24 people.

Private bedrooms, many with en-suites, sit alongside a garden, conservatory and pamper room.

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Aquarius Lodge

Run by Aquarius Lodge

20 Approach Road, Cliftonville, Margate, CT9 2AN
GoodCQC · Feb 2019
  • Well-led Requires improvement

Inspected more than 4 years ago

  • Residential
  • 17 beds
  • Dementia
  • Elderly care

Residential care home for 17 residents in Margate, run by Aquarius Lodge. Supports dementia and older people.

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Ashcroft Nursing Home

Run by Regal Care Trading Ltd

Fairview Close, Cliftonville, Margate, CT9 2QE
GoodCQC · Dec 2022
  • Well-led Requires improvement
  • Nursing
  • 88 beds
  • Dementia
  • Elderly care
  • Physical disabilities

Ashcroft Nursing Home provides residential, nursing and dementia care in Margate for people needing support with daily living, clinical needs or memory-related conditions. The home also offers day care, allowing guests to spend time in the setting while family carers have a break.

Dementia support combines structured routines, tailored activities and care designed around individual needs.

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Kent House Residential Home

Run by Kent House Care Home Limited

Fairfield Road, Broadstairs, CT10 2JZ
GoodCQC · Mar 2023
  • Well-led Requires improvement
  • Residential
  • 25 beds
  • Dementia
  • Elderly care
  • Younger adults

Kent House Residential Home provides residential, respite and dementia care for older people, with care planned around individual needs and wishes. The home is registered without nursing and supports both longer-term residents and people needing short stays after illness, surgery or while a usual carer takes a break.

Residents have private bedrooms, daily homemade meals and activities including reminiscence, crafts, quizzes and outings.

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Shottendane Nursing Home

Run by Shottendane N Home Limited

Shottendane Road, Margate, CT9 4BS
GoodCQC · Apr 2026
  • Safe Requires improvement
  • Nursing
  • 38 beds
  • Dementia
  • Elderly care

Care home with nursing for 38 residents in Margate, run by Shottendane N Home Limited. Supports dementia and older people.

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Port Regis

Run by Townsend Life Care Ltd

Convent Road, Broadstairs, CT10 3PR
Requires improvementCQC · Oct 2025
  • Safe Requires improvement
  • Well-led Requires improvement
  • Residential
  • 70 beds
  • Dementia
  • Elderly care
  • Younger adults

Port Regis supports older people through residential and dementia care in a country house setting, with 24-hour care and individual care plans. A personal assessment helps the team understand each resident’s health, wellbeing and daily support requirements.

Residents can join gardening, flower arranging and film nights, or spend time outdoors across 17 acres of private parkland.

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The West Gate

Run by Bedstone Limited

2-4 Canterbury Road, Westgate-on-Sea, Margate, CT8 8JJ
Requires improvementCQC · Nov 2024
  • Safe Requires improvement
  • Well-led Requires improvement
  • Nursing
  • 52 beds
  • Dementia
  • Elderly care
  • Mental health

Residential and nurse-led care at The West Gate supports older adults, including people with dementia and complex health needs. Registered nurses coordinate individual care plans, while the home provides daily living support, personal care and companionship.

Day care offers structured activities while people continue living at home, giving family carers time for work, rest or other commitments.

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Tulipa House

Run by Tulipa House Limited

13 Shottendane Road, Margate, CT9 4NA
Requires improvementCQC · Mar 2023
  • Safe Requires improvement
  • Well-led Requires improvement
  • Residential
  • 31 beds
  • Dementia
  • Elderly care

Residential care home for 31 residents in Margate, run by Tulipa House Limited. Supports dementia and older people.

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Spencer House

Run by Covenant Mission Care Ltd

Spencer Road, Birchington, CT7 9EZ
Requires improvementCQC · Aug 2022
  • Safe Requires improvement
  • Effective Requires improvement
  • Well-led Requires improvement

Inspected more than 4 years ago

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

Spencer House supports people over 65 who need help with daily activities, personal care, mobility or living safely at home. Residents receive assistance with washing, dressing and eating, with individual care plans reviewed to reflect changing requirements.

Meals offer practical choice, with residents able to eat in the dining room or bedroom and request dietary adjustments. Menus follow a four-week cycle updated twice a year.

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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 Thanet?

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

How much does a care home cost in Thanet?

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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