Whitfield
Whitfield is a residential care home in Dover, Kent (CT16 3JP). It holds a CQC rating of Good.
About Whitfield
Whitfield is a residential care home on the edge of Dover in Kent, caring for older people, including many who are living with dementia. We offer permanent residential care and shorter respite stays, so we are able to help when a family carer needs a break, when someone is not yet ready to go home after a hospital stay, or when living alone has simply stopped feeling safe. People come to us at different points in their lives and we try never to treat an admission as routine, because for the person and their family it very rarely is. Our approach is simple enough to describe. We find out how someone has always lived, what they can still manage themselves, what worries them, and what they would like their days to hold, and then we shape their support around that. For residents with dementia this matters even more, so we keep routines familiar, we allow plenty of time, and we look for the reason behind distress rather than simply managing it. Meals are cooked here and we take requests seriously. There is company when people want it and quiet when they do not, and relatives are welcome to visit, join us for a cup of tea or take part in what is going on. The Care Quality Commission rated us good overall at our most recent inspection. If you are looking at homes in the Dover area, please come and see ours.
Care provided at Whitfield
- Older person care
- Dementia care
- Respite care
- Last CQC inspection: 11 August 2022
Read the full inspection report on the CQC website.
How Whitfield compares in Dover
Measured against the 39 care homes for older people registered in Dover. The dark dot is this home.
- Size
- 30 places. Larger than 22 of the 39 homes. The local average is 29 places.
- CQC rating
- Good. 25 of the 39 homes (64%) are rated Good or Outstanding. Across Kent the figure is 68%.
- Latest report
- 11 August 2022. 21 of the 39 homes have published a newer inspection report since.
- Registered
- October 2016. 13 of the 39 homes registered more recently.
- Care offered
- Dementia care. Of the 39 homes, 23 offer dementia care.
- Food hygiene
- 4 out of 5. The same rating as 6 of the 33 homes that have one.
Powered by Orrery Intelligence. Data: CQC register and Food Standards Agency ratings. Counts cover registered care homes for older people in Dover.
The local picture: Dover
What the numbers say about care for older people in Dover, in Kent.
What care costs in Kent, per week
| Type of care | What the council pays | What self-funders are typically asked |
|---|---|---|
| Residential care | £1,187 | £1,409 to £1,600 (Middle half of prices from 22 Kent homes. Median £1,500.) |
| Nursing care | £1,378 | £1,550 to £1,865 (Middle half of prices from 11 Kent homes. Median £1,605.) |
| Residential dementia care | Not published separately | £1,500 to £1,619 (Middle half of prices from 18 Kent homes. Median £1,500.) |
| Nursing dementia care | Not published separately | £1,975 to £2,226 (South East figure, because too few Kent homes publish this price. 37 homes. Median £2,050.) |
Published prices are often starting prices, and come from homes that publish fees, so treat them as a guide. Ask the home for its own price.
- People aged 75 and over: 15,300. Rising to 18,000 by 2035, up 18%
- People aged 85 and over: 3,800. Rising to 5,800 by 2035, up 53%
- Living with dementia, aged 65 and over (estimate): 2,000. Rising to 2,500 by 2035, up 27%
- Dementia diagnosis rate: 59%. The NHS ambition is 67%. Kent as a whole is 62%.
- Care home beds per 1,000 people aged 75+: 75. Kent average is 77.
- Care homes, last 12 months: 0 opened, 1 closed. 1 changed owner, covering 21 beds.
- Care home beds filled across Kent: 88%. The 12 month average is 88%.
- Who pays, across Kent (estimate): 35% council, 43% self. The rest is NHS funded or other.
Powered by Orrery Intelligence. Market model built 22 October 2026 (ONS 2022 based population projections, dementia estimates, CQC register), published care home prices, council planning records.
Good to know about Whitfield
Facts from public registers, and what is close by.
- Registered with CQC
- 31 October 2016, so 9 years.
- Food hygiene rating
- 4 out of 5. Good. Last inspected by the local council on 28 May 2026.
- Run by
- Whitfield Care Home Limited, which runs this service only.
Sources: CQC register, Food Standards Agency, OpenStreetMap contributors. Distances are in a straight line from the postcode, not walking or driving routes.
Local services near Whitfield
The closest places to this home, measured in a straight line from its postcode. They are the nearest, not necessarily the ones the home uses. Ask the home which GP, dentist and pharmacy its residents are registered with.
Nearest 24 hour A&E
- Queen Elizabeth the Queen Mother Hospital, Margate, 15.4 miles away
It is about 15.4 miles in a straight line from the postcode. The drive is usually longer. In an emergency call 999; the ambulance may take you elsewhere.
Nearest GP practices
- Buckland Medical Practice, 1.9 miles away
- Lydden Surgery, 2.2 miles away
- High Street Surgery, 2.5 miles away
Nearest dentists
- Dover Priory Dental Practice, 2.7 miles away (NHS.uk details)
- Af Dental, 2.7 miles away (NHS.uk details)
- Bupa Dental Care, 2.7 miles away (NHS.uk details)
Nearest pharmacies
- Tesco Instore Pharmacy, 0.8 miles away
- River Pharmacy, 1.6 miles away
- Cairns Chemist, 2.2 miles away
Nearest railway stations
- Kearsney Station, 1.3 miles away
- Martin Mill Station, 2.5 miles away
- Dover Priory Station, 2.8 miles away
Around Whitfield
- H: Whitfield
- A: 24 hour A&E
- G: GP practice
- D: Dentist
- P: Pharmacy
- S: Railway station
Straight line distances, not routes. Places very close to the home are spread out slightly so they can be told apart.
Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Practice and pharmacy details from the NHS England Organisation Data Service. A&E sites from NHS England A&E data and the Organisation Data Service. Railway stations from the Department for Transport NaPTAN dataset. Distances are straight line and approximate.
Common questions about Whitfield
Where is Whitfield located?
Whitfield is a residential care home in Dover, Kent, CT16 3JP. You can view its exact location and get directions from the map on this page.
What type of care does Whitfield provide?
Whitfield is registered to provide residential personal care, with support that includes Older person care, Dementia care, Respite care. The full list of services is shown on this page.
What is Whitfield's CQC rating?
Whitfield is registered with and inspected by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). Its most recent overall rating is Good following its last inspection on 11 August 2022. You can read the full CQC report from the link on this page.
Does Whitfield provide dementia care?
Yes. Whitfield supports people living with dementia. We recommend contacting the home directly to discuss your individual situation.
Does Whitfield offer respite or short-term care?
Yes. Whitfield offers respite and short-term care. Availability changes regularly, so it is best to enquire directly.
Questions families ask about Whitfield
Can Mum or Dad stay here if their dementia gets worse?
Yes. Whitfield is registered for dementia care, so someone whose needs increase can usually stay rather than move.
Is there a nurse on site if health needs change?
No. Whitfield is a residential care home without on-site nursing. District nurses and GPs visit, but someone who needs daily nursing may have to move to a nursing home.
Can they try a short stay before deciding?
Yes. Yes. Whitfield offers respite and short stays, which is a good way to see whether the home is the right fit.
Will they support end of life care, so there is no move at the hardest time?
Ask the home. End of life care is not listed on the register. Ask the manager whether residents can remain in the home with hospice or district nurse support.
Can she bring her cat or dog?
Ask the home. The home has not told us its pet policy yet. Ask directly; some homes allow small pets in residents' rooms or welcome visiting dogs.
Can a couple stay together?
Ask the home. We do not know whether the home has rooms for couples. Ask about shared or adjoining rooms if this matters.
Will the council help pay, or is it self funded only?
Ask the home. The home has not told us which funding it accepts. Most homes take both council funded and self funded residents; ask about council rates and any top up.
Do they take younger adults as well as older people?
No. Whitfield is registered for older people. Younger adults are not listed.
Can I visit before deciding, and are there visiting hours?
Ask the home. Every home should welcome a visit. Call to arrange one, ideally at a mealtime or during an activity, and ask about visiting hours for family.
Typical weekly fees in the South East
Whitfield has not published its fees yet. These are typical weekly fees for the South East, so you know roughly what to expect before you call.
- Residential care: £1,100 to £1,450 per week per person, typical range
- Dementia care: £1,200 to £1,550 per week per person, typical range
Indicative figures for the South East, not a quote from Whitfield. Actual fees depend on the room, the level of care and how it is funded.
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