Elderly care homes in Canterbury

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.

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.

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…

Canterbury Adult Support Unit provides short break stays for up to four adults with learning disabilities and autism. The residential service is intended for a short break from home, support during transitions between services or emergency placements while other arrangements are pending. It is operated by Kent County Council and registered with the Care Quality Commission.

The small capacity makes the unit suitable for people who need a temporary…

Fiveways is linked to Adelaide Care’s specialist support for people with learning disabilities, autism, challenging behaviour and complex personal care needs. Its wider service model combines residential care with domiciliary care, supported living and structured support designed around individual abilities and goals.

Care packages can include personal care, domestic tasks, medication prompting, mobility support and help to take part in social…

H M T Care provides specialist residential care for people living with Huntington’s Disease and other acquired or degenerative neurological disabilities. Its support includes people with long-term head injuries, multiple sclerosis, Alzheimer’s disease and rarer inherited neurological conditions, with care designed around individual needs and family involvement.

The service also offers social rehabilitation, practical and emotional support for…

Harbour Care Home provides 24-hour residential care for adults aged 18 to 65 with complex and enduring mental health needs, including learning disabilities and autism. The service offers intensive support in a residential setting to help people work towards recovery.

Support is person-centred and aimed at helping people fulfil personal goals, develop their potential and engage with the wider community.

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.

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.

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…

Orchard House provides specialist residential care in Herne Bay for people living with Huntington’s disease and other acquired or degenerative neurological disabilities. The home also supports people with long-term head injuries, multiple sclerosis, Alzheimer’s disease and rarer inherited neurological conditions.

Its care model combines personal support, social rehabilitation and practical and emotional help for families.

Roselands provides specialist residential care for adults with learning disabilities, dementia and complex needs. The home supports up to 15 residents and can provide care through to end of life, with individual needs, goals and aspirations shaping daily support.

Residents can follow interests through hobbies, music and community trips, with outdoor parties and holidays available for those able to access the wider community.

Strode Park House provides nursing and residential care within Strode Park Foundation, a charity supporting children and adults with disabilities. The home is registered as a care home with nursing and forms part of a wider foundation offering supported living, day opportunities, respite and short breaks.

The foundation also provides nursing and end-of-life care, with services designed around care, independence and wellbeing.

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.