Chipstead Lake - Care Home Physical Disabilities
Chipstead Lake - Care Home Physical Disabilities is a residential care home in Sevenoaks, Kent (TN13 2SD). It holds a CQC rating of Requires Improvement.
About Chipstead Lake - Care Home Physical Disabilities
Here at Chipstead Lake Care Home in Sevenoaks, Kent, we support a wide range of individuals including older adults, younger adults, people living with physical disabilities, and those with learning disabilities or autism. We also offer respite care for those who need a short break or temporary support. We know that moving into a care home, or choosing one for someone you love, is one of the biggest decisions a family can face. We take that seriously. Our aim is to make sure everyone who lives here feels genuinely at home, with care that fits around them rather than the other way around. Our team works hard to understand each person as an individual. What matters to them, how they like to spend their time, what makes them feel comfortable and at ease. That kind of understanding does not come from paperwork alone. It comes from spending time with people, listening carefully, and building real relationships day by day. We are open about the fact that our most recent CQC inspection rated us as requires improvement. We are not shying away from that. We are actively working through the areas identified and making changes that we believe will make a genuine difference to the people in our care. We welcome scrutiny and are committed to being transparent with residents, families and professionals about the progress we are making. Chipstead Lake is a place where we genuinely want people to feel settled, supported and respected. If you are considering us for yourself or for a family member, we would encourage you to come and visit, ask questions, and see the home for yourself. We are always happy to have an honest conversation about what we offer and whether we are the right fit for your needs.
Care provided at Chipstead Lake - Care Home Physical Disabilities
- Older person care
- Learning disability and autism support
- Physical disability support
- Younger adults care
- Respite care
- Last CQC inspection: 23 December 2024
Read the full inspection report on the CQC website.
How Chipstead Lake - Care Home Physical Disabilities compares in Sevenoaks
Measured against the 27 care homes for older people registered in Sevenoaks. The dark dot is this home.
- Size
- 24 places. Smaller than 22 of the 27 homes. The local average is 54 places.
- CQC rating
- Requires improvement. 18 of the 27 homes (67%) are rated Good or Outstanding. Across Kent the figure is 68%.
- Latest report
- 23 December 2024. 7 of the 27 homes have published a newer inspection report since.
- Registered
- January 2011. 20 of the 27 homes registered more recently.
- Food hygiene
- 5 out of 5. The top rating, shared by 17 of the 20 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 Sevenoaks.
The local picture: Sevenoaks
What the numbers say about care for older people in Sevenoaks, 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: 15,100. Rising to 17,000 by 2035, up 12%
- People aged 85 and over: 4,400. Rising to 6,500 by 2035, up 48%
- Living with dementia, aged 65 and over (estimate): 2,000. Rising to 2,400 by 2035, up 22%
- Dementia diagnosis rate: 65%. The NHS ambition is 67%. Kent as a whole is 62%.
- Care home beds per 1,000 people aged 75+: 76. Kent average is 77.
- Care homes, last 12 months: 2 opened, 1 closed. 1 changed owner, covering 55 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 Chipstead Lake - Care Home Physical Disabilities
Facts from public registers, and what is close by.
- Registered with CQC
- 12 January 2011, so 15 years.
- Food hygiene rating
- 5 out of 5. Very good. Last inspected by the local council on 15 May 2026.
- Run by
- Leonard Cheshire Disability, which runs 41 adult social care services in England. 25 of the 39 that have a rating are rated Good or Outstanding.
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 Chipstead Lake - Care Home Physical Disabilities
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
- Princess Royal University Hospital, Orpington, 6.9 miles away
It is about 6.9 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
Nearest dentists
Nearest pharmacies
Nearest railway stations
- Dunton Green Station, 1 mile away
- Sevenoaks Station, 1.4 miles away
- Bat & Ball Station, 1.7 miles away
Around Chipstead Lake - Care Home Physical Disabilities
- H: Chipstead Lake - Care Home Physical Disabilities
- 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 Chipstead Lake - Care Home Physical Disabilities
Where is Chipstead Lake - Care Home Physical Disabilities located?
Chipstead Lake - Care Home Physical Disabilities is a residential care home in Sevenoaks, Kent, TN13 2SD. You can view its exact location and get directions from the map on this page.
What type of care does Chipstead Lake - Care Home Physical Disabilities provide?
Chipstead Lake - Care Home Physical Disabilities is registered to provide residential personal care, with support that includes Older person 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 Chipstead Lake - Care Home Physical Disabilities's CQC rating?
Chipstead Lake - Care Home Physical Disabilities is registered with and inspected by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). Its most recent overall rating is Requires Improvement following its last inspection on 23 December 2024. You can read the full CQC report from the link on this page.
Does Chipstead Lake - Care Home Physical Disabilities offer respite or short-term care?
Yes. Chipstead Lake - Care Home Physical Disabilities offers respite and short-term care. Availability changes regularly, so it is best to enquire directly.
Questions families ask about Chipstead Lake - Care Home Physical Disabilities
Can Mum or Dad stay here if their dementia gets worse?
No. Chipstead Lake - Care Home Physical Disabilities is not listed for dementia care on the CQC register. If dementia is likely, choose a home that is, so a second move is not needed later.
Is there a nurse on site if health needs change?
No. Chipstead Lake - Care Home Physical Disabilities 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. Chipstead Lake - Care Home Physical Disabilities 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. Chipstead Lake - Care Home Physical Disabilities 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
Chipstead Lake - Care Home Physical Disabilities 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
Indicative figures for the South East, not a quote from Chipstead Lake - Care Home Physical Disabilities. Actual fees depend on the room, the level of care and how it is funded.
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