Chimnies Residential Care Home

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We at Chimnies Residential Care Home offer a warm and welcoming home for older people in Rochester, providing residential care, dementia support, and respite stays for families across Medway and the wider South East.

Nestled within the historic town of Rochester in the ME postcode area, our home benefits from the charm of one of Kent's most characterful communities. The setting offers residents the comfort of familiar surroundings whilst remaining well connected for visiting family and friends. We aim to create an atmosphere that feels less like an institution and more like a genuine home, where daily life is shaped by the people who live here.

Our specialisms centre on older person care, residential care, dementia care, and respite. For those living with dementia, this means a supportive routine, gentle encouragement, and staff who take time to understand each individual's history, preferences, and personality. For families considering respite, we offer short stays that can provide reassurance during a holiday, hospital recovery, or simply a break for a loved one who usually cares at home. Our residential care is built around dignity, companionship, and the small daily kindnesses that make later life feel meaningful.

We understand that choosing a care home is one of the most significant decisions a family can make. That is why openness matters to us. Our most recent inspection by the Care Quality Commission rated the home as Requires Improvement overall, with Good ratings in the Effective and Caring domains, and Requires Improvement in Safe, Responsive, and Well led. We view this feedback as an important part of our ongoing journey to raise standards, and we are committed to listening, learning, and building on the compassionate care that residents and relatives already value.

If you are exploring care options in Rochester for an older relative, whether for permanent residence, dementia support, or a short respite break, we warmly invite you to get in touch. Speaking with us, visiting the home, and meeting the people who live and work here is the best way to see whether Chimnies could be the right next chapter for someone you love.

Common questions about Chimnies Residential Care Home

Where is Chimnies Residential Care Home located?

Chimnies Residential Care Home is a residential care home in Rochester, Medway, ME3 9PD. You can view its exact location and get directions from the map on this page.

What type of care does Chimnies Residential Care Home provide?

Chimnies Residential Care Home 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 Chimnies Residential Care Home's CQC rating?

Chimnies Residential 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 22 September 2026. You can read the full CQC report from the link on this page.

Does Chimnies Residential Care Home provide dementia care?

Yes. Chimnies Residential Care Home supports people living with dementia. We recommend contacting the home directly to discuss your individual situation.

Does Chimnies Residential Care Home offer respite or short-term care?

Yes. Chimnies Residential Care Home offers respite and short-term care. Availability changes regularly, so it is best to enquire directly.

Contact Chimnies Residential Care Home

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Care We Offer

  • Older Person Care: Support with daily living for older people, from companionship to help with washing, dressing and medication.
  • Dementia: Specialist support for people living with dementia, in a calm, familiar setting with trained staff.
  • Respite Care: Short stays that give family carers a break, or help someone recover after illness or a hospital stay.
  • Residential Care: Help with everyday living, meals and personal care in a supportive home setting.

Questions families ask about Chimnies Residential Care Home

Answered from the CQC register where we can. 5 of these the home has not told us yet, so ask when you call.

Can Mum or Dad stay here if their dementia gets worse?

Yes. Chimnies Residential Care Home is registered for dementia care, so someone whose needs increase can usually stay rather than move. Ask how they support people in the later stages. Source: CQC register

Is there a nurse on site if health needs change?

No. Chimnies Residential 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. Source: CQC register

Can they try a short stay before deciding?

Yes. Chimnies Residential Care Home offers respite and short stays, which is a good way to see whether the home is the right fit. Source: CQC register

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. Use our funding calculator to check what you might pay.

Do they take younger adults as well as older people?

No. Chimnies Residential Care Home is registered for older people. Younger adults are not listed. Source: CQC register

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.

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Regulatory Rating

Care Quality Commission (CQC) Rating

  • Latest inspection: 22 September 2026
  • Report published: 22 September 2026

Overall: Good

  • Safe: Good
  • Effective: Good
  • Caring: Good
  • Responsive: Good
  • Well-led: Good

Care Quality Commission is responsible for the registration and inspection of social care services in England.

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Ratings are as published by the CQC and may not reflect the current position of the service.

Typical weekly fees in the South East

Chimnies Residential 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.

Indicative figures for the South East, not a quote from Chimnies Residential Care Home. Actual fees depend on the room, the level of care and how it is funded.

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