Chippendayle Lodge Residential Care Home
Chippendayle Lodge Residential Care Home is a residential care home in Maidstone, Kent (ME17 1AD). It holds a CQC rating of Good.
About Chippendayle Lodge Residential Care Home
We at Chippendayle Lodge Residential Care Home are proud to offer a warm and welcoming residential care home in the heart of Maidstone, Kent, where compassionate support meets a genuine sense of community. Our home has been thoughtfully designed to feel like just that, a home, where every resident is treated with the dignity, kindness, and respect they deserve. Nestled within the beautiful Kent countryside, our setting offers a peaceful and restorative environment for those in our care. Residents benefit from the calm surroundings of the ME postcode area, whilst remaining well connected to the wider Maidstone community and the South East region. The comfortable interiors of our home are complemented by inviting communal spaces where residents can socialise, relax, and enjoy quiet moments alike, creating an atmosphere that feels both familiar and reassuring. Our specialisms reflect the diverse needs of the people we welcome through our doors. We provide dedicated older person care and residential care for those who require day to day support with the routines of daily living, always delivered with patience and a personal touch. Our dementia care is centred on understanding, familiarity, and gentle reassurance, helping residents to feel safe and valued whilst maintaining as much independence as possible. We also support adults living with learning disabilities and autism, tailoring our approach so that each person is truly seen and heard, with routines and communication styles that suit their individual preferences. For residents with a physical disability, we work closely with them and their loved ones to ensure that daily life remains as comfortable and enabling as possible. We are proud to welcome younger adults into our community too, recognising that quality care is never defined by age alone. Our respite care option offers a valuable lifeline for families and regular carers, providing short term stays that give everyone peace of mind, whether following a hospital stay, during a holiday, or simply when a well earned break is needed. In practice, this breadth of care means that families do not have to worry about whether their loved one's needs will change over time. Our team is experienced in adapting support as circumstances evolve, ensuring continuity, familiarity, and stability. We understand how difficult it can be to entrust the care of a family member to others, and we take that responsibility to heart every single day. From the smallest details of morning routines to the meaningful moments shared over a cup of tea, we aim to create days that feel purposeful, comfortable, and full of small joys. We are pleased to hold an overall rating of Good from the Care Quality Commission, following their latest inspection in May 2021. This rating was awarded consistently across all five key areas assessed by the regulator, meaning we were rated Good for being Safe, Effective, Caring, Responsive, and Well led. For families, this independent recognition offers reassurance that the standards of care, leadership, and responsiveness at our home meet the expectations set by the national regulator. We remain committed to building on these foundations, continually listening to residents, families, and our own team so that we can keep improving the experience we offer. Choosing a care home is one of the most important decisions a family can make, and we understand that it comes with many questions, emotions, and considerations. Whether you are exploring long term residential care, looking for specialist dementia support, or considering a short respite stay, we would be delighted to hear from you. Please do get in touch to arrange a visit, meet our team, and see for yourself the warmth and care that define daily life at Chippendayle Lodge Residential Care Home. We are here to listen, to guide, and to welcome you and your loved one whenever you are ready.
Care provided at Chippendayle Lodge Residential Care Home
- Older person care
- Dementia care
- Learning disability and autism support
- Physical disability support
- Younger adults care
- Respite care
- Last CQC inspection: 18 May 2021
Read the full inspection report on the CQC website.
Common questions about Chippendayle Lodge Residential Care Home
Where is Chippendayle Lodge Residential Care Home located?
Chippendayle Lodge Residential Care Home is a residential care home in Maidstone, Kent, ME17 1AD. You can view its exact location and get directions from the map on this page.
What type of care does Chippendayle Lodge Residential Care Home provide?
Chippendayle Lodge Residential Care Home is registered to provide residential personal care, with support that includes Older person care, Dementia care, Learning disability and autism support, Physical disability support, Younger adults care, Respite care. The full list of services is shown on this page.
What is Chippendayle Lodge Residential Care Home's CQC rating?
Chippendayle Lodge 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 18 May 2021. You can read the full CQC report from the link on this page.
Does Chippendayle Lodge Residential Care Home provide dementia care?
Yes. Chippendayle Lodge Residential Care Home supports people living with dementia. We recommend contacting the home directly to discuss your individual situation.
Does Chippendayle Lodge Residential Care Home offer respite or short-term care?
Yes. Chippendayle Lodge Residential Care Home offers respite and short-term care. Availability changes regularly, so it is best to enquire directly.
Questions families ask about Chippendayle Lodge Residential Care Home
Can Mum or Dad stay here if their dementia gets worse?
Yes. Chippendayle Lodge Residential 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. Chippendayle Lodge 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.
Can they try a short stay before deciding?
Yes. Yes. Chippendayle Lodge Residential 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?
Yes. Yes. Chippendayle Lodge Residential Care Home supports younger adults as well as older people.
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
Chippendayle Lodge 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.
- 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 Chippendayle Lodge Residential Care Home. Actual fees depend on the room, the level of care and how it is funded.
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