The Chestnuts Care Home
CQC ratings by category
Inspected 15 March 2023 · report published 11 May 2023What inspectors found
The Chestnuts Care Home provides residential care and accommodation for up to 28 older people, including those living with dementia. Based on the recent inspection, families and residents consistently describe the home as a warm, welcoming, and compassionate environment where individuals are treated with exceptional kindness and respect. The management team maintains a strong, visible presence, ensuring that both residents and staff feel valued, supported, and actively involved in the daily life of the community.
Potential risks to residents are thoroughly assessed and monitored, with clear guidance in place for daily living needs such as mobility and nutrition, and routine maintenance checks keep the environment safe and fit for purpose.
Care is delivered in line with best practices and legal standards, featuring structured staff training, detailed dietary monitoring, and prompt access to healthcare services, though medication audits require ongoing expansion in scope.
Staff demonstrate a high level of motivation to provide sensitive and compassionate support, building strong relationships and treating residents with genuine warmth and equality in a calm atmosphere.
Care plans are tailored to individual preferences, and residents enjoy a variety of engaging social activities and choices regarding how they spend their time and receive visitors.
The home is led by a strong and approachable registered manager who fosters an open culture, while staff feel well-supported through regular supervision, appraisals, and accessible leadership.
This is an editorial summary intended to make the inspection findings easier to read — it is not a substitute for the full report, and is not medical or care advice.
At a glance
- Regulated activity
- Accommodation for persons who require nursing or personal care
- Registration status
- Registered
- Local authority
- Kent
Estimated weekly cost
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Specialisms & care types
Location & nearby homes
Plotted from registered coordinates · straight-line distance, not a road route.Frequently asked
Good, following the inspection on 15 March 2023.
Yes — Dementia is listed among The Chestnuts Care Home's registered specialisms with the CQC.
The Chestnuts Care Home is registered for 30 beds.