Dementia care homes in Kensington and Chelsea
7 of the 11 care homes in Kensington and Chelsea are registered with the CQC as dementia care homes, of which 1 is rated Outstanding and 5 Good. A dementia care home is registered with the CQC to care for people living with dementia, with staff trained for it and a building laid out to keep residents safe and settled.
We do not yet have enough published fees to give a typical figure for dementia care homes in Kensington and Chelsea. The typical residential care home fee in London is £1,542 a week, and dementia care homes usually cost more than that. Every home that has told us its price shows it, dated, on its card.
A live-in carer at home, which many families weigh against dementia care home care, costs from about £1,120 a week and can look after a couple.
Alan Morkill House
Ellesmere House
Princess Louise Kensington Nursing Home
St Teresa's Care Home
The Kensington Care Home
Ellesmere House
Typical fees in Kensington and Chelsea
We do not have enough published fees for this area yet to show a typical figure. Across England, residential care usually costs about £900 to £1,400 a week and nursing care £1,200 to £1,900.
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Common questions
How much do dementia care homes in Kensington and Chelsea cost?
Not enough dementia care homes in Kensington and Chelsea have published fees for a typical figure yet. Residential care in London is typically £1,542 a week and dementia care homes cost more. Ask each home for a written quote.
How many dementia care homes are there in Kensington and Chelsea?
7 of the 11 CQC-registered care homes in Kensington and Chelsea are dementia care homes. The list is refreshed from the CQC register every month.
What should I look for in a dementia care home in Kensington and Chelsea?
Look for staff trained in dementia care, a building that is easy to find your way around, secure gardens, a calm routine and activities built around what residents used to enjoy. Ask how the home handles distress and whether it can keep caring for someone as dementia advances, so a second move is not needed.
Will the council pay for dementia care home care in Kensington and Chelsea?
If your savings and assets are below £23,250 the council will assess what you can afford and may pay part or all of the fee. Ask the adult social care team at Kensington and Chelsea council for a needs assessment.