The Chestnuts Care Home
The Chestnuts Care Home is a residential care home in Gravesend, Kent (DA13 9AH). It holds a CQC rating of Good.
About The Chestnuts Care Home
We are The Chestnuts Care Home, a residential care home in Gravesend, Kent, supporting older people who need help with daily living, including people living with dementia and people with a physical disability. This is somebody's home first and a care setting second, and we try to keep that true in how the day actually runs rather than only in how we describe ourselves. People bring their own furniture, pictures and belongings, and keep as much of their own routine as they wish. Some enjoy company and the busier parts of the day, others prefer their own room and quiet, and nobody is expected to join in with anything simply because it is on the calendar. Help with washing, dressing, medication and moving about is given at the person's pace, and for those with a physical disability we assist with mobility and transfers in a way that leaves as much control as we can with the individual. For people living with dementia we pay close attention to familiar objects, familiar faces and a steady rhythm to the day, and we take time to learn about a person's work, family and interests so that reassurance rests on something they recognise. We also provide respite stays, which give a family carer a planned break or help somebody regain confidence after illness before going home. Our most recent Care Quality Commission inspection rated us good overall. Relatives and friends are welcome. If you are looking at homes around Gravesend, please come and see us.
Care provided at The Chestnuts Care Home
- Older person care
- Dementia care
- Physical disability support
- Respite care
- Last CQC inspection: 11 May 2023
Read the full inspection report on the CQC website.
How The Chestnuts Care Home compares in Gravesham
Measured against the 12 care homes for older people registered in Gravesham. The dark dot is this home.
- Size
- 30 places. Smaller than 8 of the 12 homes. The local average is 54 places.
- CQC rating
- Good. 5 of the 12 homes (42%) are rated Good or Outstanding. Across Kent the figure is 68%.
- Latest report
- 11 May 2023. 4 of the 12 homes have published a newer inspection report since.
- Registered
- January 2022. 7 of the 12 homes registered more recently.
- Care offered
- Dementia care. Of the 12 homes, 9 offer dementia care.
- Food hygiene
- 5 out of 5. The top rating, shared by 8 of the 9 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 Gravesham.
The local picture: Gravesham
What the numbers say about care for older people in Gravesham, 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: 9,500. Rising to 10,100 by 2035, up 7%
- People aged 85 and over: 2,500. Rising to 3,200 by 2035, up 30%
- Living with dementia, aged 65 and over (estimate): 1,200. Rising to 1,400 by 2035, up 14%
- Dementia diagnosis rate: 58%. The NHS ambition is 67%. Kent as a whole is 62%.
- Care home beds per 1,000 people aged 75+: 53. Kent average is 77.
- Care homes, last 12 months: 1 opened, 1 closed. 1 changed owner, covering 62 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 The Chestnuts Care Home
Facts from public registers, and what is close by.
- Registered with CQC
- 24 January 2022, so 4 years.
- Food hygiene rating
- 5 out of 5. Very good. Last inspected by the local council on 21 October 2025.
- Run by
- Chestnuts Home Ltd, 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 The Chestnuts Care Home
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
- Darent Valley Hospital, Dartford, 5.3 miles away
It is about 5.3 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
- Meopham Medical Centre, 1.3 miles away
- Downs Way Medical Practice, 1.4 miles away
- Oakfield Health Centre, Practice 2, 2.5 miles away
Nearest dentists
- Istead Rise Dental Clinic, 1.2 miles away (NHS.uk details)
- Meopham Dental Care, 1.8 miles away (NHS.uk details)
- Hartley Dental Practice, 2 miles away (NHS.uk details)
Nearest pharmacies
- Meopham Pharmacy, 0.2 miles away
- Istead Rise Pharmacy, 1.3 miles away
- Hodgson Pharmacy, 2.4 miles away
Nearest railway stations
- Meopham Station, 0.1 miles away
- Sole Street Station, 1 mile away
- Longfield Station, 2.4 miles away
Around The Chestnuts Care Home
- H: The Chestnuts Care Home
- 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 The Chestnuts Care Home
Where is The Chestnuts Care Home located?
The Chestnuts Care Home is a residential care home in Gravesend, Kent, DA13 9AH. You can view its exact location and get directions from the map on this page.
What type of care does The Chestnuts Care Home provide?
The Chestnuts Care Home is registered to provide residential personal care, with support that includes Older person care, Dementia care, Physical disability support, Respite care. The full list of services is shown on this page.
What is The Chestnuts Care Home's CQC rating?
The Chestnuts Care Home is registered with and inspected by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). Its most recent overall rating is Good following its last inspection on 11 May 2023. You can read the full CQC report from the link on this page.
Does The Chestnuts Care Home provide dementia care?
Yes. The Chestnuts Care Home supports people living with dementia. We recommend contacting the home directly to discuss your individual situation.
Does The Chestnuts Care Home offer respite or short-term care?
Yes. The Chestnuts Care Home offers respite and short-term care. Availability changes regularly, so it is best to enquire directly.
Questions families ask about The Chestnuts Care Home
Can Mum or Dad stay here if their dementia gets worse?
Yes. The Chestnuts Care Home 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. The Chestnuts Care Home 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. The Chestnuts Care Home 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. The Chestnuts Care Home 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
The Chestnuts Care Home 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 The Chestnuts Care Home. Actual fees depend on the room, the level of care and how it is funded.
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