Winchester House
Winchester House is a residential care home in Sheerness, Kent (ME12 3NS). It holds a CQC rating of Requires Improvement.
About Winchester House
We at Winchester House offer residential care in the welcoming coastal town of Sheerness, Kent, providing a supportive home for adults with a range of needs. Our residential care home is rooted in the local community, offering a calm and familiar setting where residents can feel truly at home. Nestled within Sheerness, our location benefits from the gentle pace of life that this part of Kent is known for, with the sea air and friendly neighbourhood character of the ME postcode area helping to create a relaxed atmosphere. The environment is designed to feel homely and approachable, giving residents a comfortable base from which to enjoy daily life, whilst remaining close to the amenities and connections that matter to families visiting their loved ones. Our specialisms reflect the diverse needs of the people we support. We provide residential care for adults living with learning disabilities and autism, as well as those with physical disabilities, and we also welcome younger adults who may be seeking a setting that understands their stage of life. In practice, this means our approach is centred on the individual, recognising that every resident has their own preferences, routines, and aspirations. We work closely with families to build a picture of who each person is, what brings them joy, and how we can best support their independence, dignity, and wellbeing day to day. We also offer respite care, which can be a vital lifeline for families and carers who need a short break, or for individuals recovering from a hospital stay or trying residential living for the first time. Whether the stay is planned well in advance or arranged at shorter notice, our aim is to make the experience seamless, reassuring, and genuinely restorative for everyone involved. In terms of quality, our most recent CQC inspection, carried out in April 2022, gave us an overall rating of Requires Improvement, with the same rating across the safe, effective, caring, responsive, and well led domains. We want to be open and transparent about this with families considering our home. A Requires Improvement rating signals that there are areas where we are committed to doing better, and we take that feedback seriously. We continue to listen, learn, and strengthen the support we provide, ensuring that the voices of residents and their loved ones remain at the heart of how we grow and improve. We warmly invite families exploring care options in Sheerness and the wider Kent area to get in touch, ask questions, and arrange a visit. Choosing a care home is a deeply personal decision, and we are here to offer a listening ear, honest conversation, and a genuine welcome whenever you are ready to take the next step.
Care provided at Winchester House
- Learning disability and autism support
- Physical disability support
- Younger adults care
- Respite care
- Last CQC inspection: 28 April 2022
Read the full inspection report on the CQC website.
Common questions about Winchester House
Where is Winchester House located?
Winchester House is a residential care home in Sheerness, Kent, ME12 3NS. You can view its exact location and get directions from the map on this page.
What type of care does Winchester House provide?
Winchester House is registered to provide residential personal care, with support that includes 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 Winchester House's CQC rating?
Winchester House is registered with and inspected by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). Its most recent overall rating is Requires Improvement following its last inspection on 28 April 2022. You can read the full CQC report from the link on this page.
Does Winchester House offer respite or short-term care?
Yes. Winchester House offers respite and short-term care. Availability changes regularly, so it is best to enquire directly.
Questions families ask about Winchester House
Can Mum or Dad stay here if their dementia gets worse?
No. Winchester House 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. Winchester House 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. Winchester House 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. Winchester House 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
Winchester House 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 Winchester House. Actual fees depend on the room, the level of care and how it is funded.
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