235 of the 499 care homes in Kent are registered with the CQC as dementia care homes, of which 4 are rated Outstanding and 151 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.
Dementia care homes in Kent typically cost £1,500 a week, about £78,000 a year, based on 16 homes with a fee on record; the middle half charge £1,485 to £1,600. That is close to the typical residential fee in Kent of £1,500.
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.
Dementia care homes in Kent typically charge £1,500 a week, usually between £1,485 and £1,600. Fees depend on the room and the level of care, so ask each home for a written quote.
How many dementia care homes are there in Kent?
235 of the 499 CQC-registered care homes in Kent 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 Kent?
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 Kent?
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 Kent council for a needs assessment.