Bowercroft Care
Bowercroft Care is a residential care home in Maidstone, Kent (ME16 8AX). It holds a CQC rating of Good.
About Bowercroft Care
We are Bowercroft Care, a residential care home in Maidstone, Kent. We are home to older people, including many people living with dementia, and we also welcome people for respite stays when a family carer needs a break or when someone needs care for a short period. We aim for a home that feels ordinary in the best sense. People get up when they wake, eat food they actually like, sit where they want and spend their days as they choose. Rooms belong to the people in them, and we encourage families to bring in furniture, photographs and the small familiar things that make a space somebody's own. Dementia care is much of what we do. We work on calm surroundings, a predictable rhythm to the day, and staff who know a person's history well enough to understand what they are trying to say when the words are difficult. When somebody is distressed, our first question is what is behind it. Families are welcome throughout the day and we would far rather relatives dropped in casually than felt they were visiting an institution. We ask for views regularly and act on them. Our most recent overall rating from the Care Quality Commission is good. We keep checking ourselves against it rather than assuming it holds. If you are considering a care home in Maidstone, please come and see us on an ordinary day.
Care provided at Bowercroft Care
- Older person care
- Dementia care
- Respite care
- Last CQC inspection: 7 June 2019
Read the full inspection report on the CQC website.
What the inspectors found
A plain English summary of the Care Quality Commission inspection behind the current rating of Bowercroft Care Limited. Report published 7 June 2019.
- 29 April 2019
Safe
Inspectors found that people's safety was promoted and risks to them had been reduced. Equipment was regularly serviced. There were enough trained staff on duty, staff were recruited safely, and medicines were given safely.
Effective
Inspectors found that people's needs were assessed before they moved in. People were supported with food and drink, with a variety of choices. They could see health care services when they needed to. Staff supported people to have choice and control in the least restrictive way possible.
Caring
Inspectors saw kind interactions between people and staff. Staff knew people well. They protected people's dignity and privacy.
Responsive
Inspectors found that people were involved in planning and reviewing their care. Care plans were centred on the person and supported their independence. Care records were reviewed regularly and updated when needed.
Well-led
Inspectors found that systems were in place to check and improve the quality and safety of the service. People's feedback was asked for and acted on. The provider had a development plan to improve people's experiences.
What people told the inspectors
People told inspectors that they enjoyed living at the home and felt safe.
It’s a happy home, all the staff are lovely and caring. You’ve only got to ask and they will do anything for me. A person living at the home
Since the last inspection
Rated Good in June 2019, the same overall rating as before (Good).
Safe is still Good; Effective is still Good; Caring is still Good; Responsive is still Good; Well-led is still Good.
- 14 April 2021: Inspection looking at part of the service
- 7 June 2019: Routine inspection, rated Good. This inspection gave the current rating.
- 19 August 2016: Routine inspection, rated Good
- 12 August 2015: Routine inspection, rated Requires improvement
Read the full report on the CQC website
Source: Care Quality Commission inspection report, summarised by CareAssura. Contains CQC data used under the Open Government Licence.
How Bowercroft Care Limited compares in Maidstone
Measured against the 40 care homes for older people registered in Maidstone. The dark dot is this home.
- Size
- 18 places. Smaller than 34 of the 40 homes. The local average is 44 places.
- CQC rating
- Good. 29 of the 40 homes (73%) are rated Good or Outstanding. Across Kent the figure is 68%.
- Latest report
- 7 June 2019. 31 of the 40 homes have published a newer inspection report since.
- Registered
- May 2015. 18 of the 40 homes registered more recently.
- Care offered
- Dementia care. Of the 40 homes, 30 offer dementia care.
- Food hygiene
- 5 out of 5. The top rating, shared by 31 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 Maidstone.
The local picture: Maidstone
What the numbers say about care for older people in Maidstone, 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: 19,200. Rising to 22,400 by 2035, up 17%
- People aged 85 and over: 5,200. Rising to 7,900 by 2035, up 54%
- Living with dementia, aged 65 and over (estimate): 2,500. Rising to 3,200 by 2035, up 28%
- Dementia diagnosis rate: 65%. The NHS ambition is 67%. Kent as a whole is 62%.
- Care home beds per 1,000 people aged 75+: 79. Kent average is 77.
- Care homes, last 12 months: 0 opened, 0 closed. 4 changed owner, covering 174 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.
Planned and recent building work within 5 miles
- 0.8 miles: Memory Lane House 25 College Road Maidstone Kent. Application for a 12 bed care home through a change of use. Submitted 21 September 2026. Decision pending.
- 4.7 miles: Land Adjacent To 419 Walderslade Road Walderslade Chatham Medway. Application for a 35 bed nursing home. Submitted 16 June 2026. Decision not yet recorded.
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 Bowercroft Care Limited
Facts from public registers, and what is close by.
- Registered with CQC
- 6 May 2015, so 11 years.
- Food hygiene rating
- 5 out of 5. Very good. Last inspected by the local council on 6 May 2026.
- Run by
- Bowercroft Care 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 Bowercroft Care Limited
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
- Maidstone Hospital, Maidstone, 1 mile away
It is about 1 mile 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
- Bower Mount Medical Practice, under 0.1 miles away
- The Vine Medical Centre, 0.4 miles away
- The College Practice, 0.8 miles away
Nearest dentists
- Sunbury Dental Practice, 0.4 miles away (NHS.uk details)
- Oakwood Dental Practice, 0.6 miles away (NHS.uk details)
- College Road (Dental Surgery), 0.7 miles away (NHS.uk details)
Nearest pharmacies
- Hobbs Pharmacy, under 0.1 miles away
- Maidstone Pharmacy, 0.4 miles away
- Boots, 0.6 miles away
Nearest railway stations
- Maidstone Barracks Station, 0.4 miles away
- Maidstone West Station, 0.4 miles away
- Maidstone East Station, 0.7 miles away
Around Bowercroft Care Limited
- H: Bowercroft Care Limited
- 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 Bowercroft Care
Where is Bowercroft Care located?
Bowercroft Care is a residential care home in Maidstone, Kent, ME16 8AX. You can view its exact location and get directions from the map on this page.
What type of care does Bowercroft Care provide?
Bowercroft Care 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 Bowercroft Care's CQC rating?
Bowercroft Care is registered with and inspected by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). Its most recent overall rating is Good following its last inspection on 7 June 2019. You can read the full CQC report from the link on this page.
Does Bowercroft Care provide dementia care?
Yes. Bowercroft Care supports people living with dementia. We recommend contacting the home directly to discuss your individual situation.
Does Bowercroft Care offer respite or short-term care?
Yes. Bowercroft Care offers respite and short-term care. Availability changes regularly, so it is best to enquire directly.
Questions families ask about Bowercroft Care
Can Mum or Dad stay here if their dementia gets worse?
Yes. Bowercroft Care Limited 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. Bowercroft Care Limited 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. Bowercroft Care Limited 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. Bowercroft Care Limited 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
Bowercroft Care Limited 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 Bowercroft Care Limited. Actual fees depend on the room, the level of care and how it is funded.
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