579 Maidstone Road
579 Maidstone Road is a residential care home in Gillingham, Medway (ME8 0LQ). It holds a CQC rating of Good.
About 579 Maidstone Road
We at 579 Maidstone Road are proud to offer compassionate residential care in the heart of Gillingham, Medway, where every resident is welcomed as part of our extended family. Our home provides a nurturing environment for adults with a wide range of needs, blending professional support with the comforts of everyday living. Set within the familiar surroundings of Gillingham, our home benefits from its location in a well connected part of the South East, making it easy for loved ones to visit and remain closely involved in the lives of those in our care. The Maidstone Road setting offers a balance of community feel and accessibility, allowing residents to enjoy local amenities whilst remaining in a calm and secure environment that feels genuinely like home. Our residential care is shaped around the individual. We support older people who need help with the routines of daily life, alongside younger adults navigating their own personal journeys. With experience in caring for people living with learning disabilities and autism, we recognise that consistency, patience, and understanding are central to building trust. For residents with mental health needs, we offer a supportive atmosphere where emotional wellbeing is taken as seriously as physical care. We also welcome individuals with physical disabilities and those living with visual or hearing impairments, adapting our approach to ensure that everyone can communicate, participate, and feel genuinely heard. In practice, this means our team takes time to understand each resident's history, preferences, and aspirations. Care plans are personal rather than generic, and families are kept informed and involved throughout. Whether it is supporting someone to maintain a favourite hobby, helping a resident attend a community activity, or simply ensuring that mealtimes are a moment of pleasure and connection, our focus remains on quality of life as much as quality of care. Families can take reassurance from our most recent Care Quality Commission inspection, where we were rated Good overall. This rating was achieved across every domain assessed, meaning our home was found to be Good in being safe, effective, caring, responsive, and well led. For relatives weighing up such an important decision, this consistent recognition reflects a culture where standards are upheld day after day, and where the people we support are placed at the centre of everything we do. Choosing a care home is rarely an easy decision, and we understand the worry and emotion that often accompanies it. If you are exploring residential care in Gillingham for yourself or a loved one, we warmly invite you to get in touch, ask questions, and discover whether our home could be the right fit. Our door is always open to families seeking somewhere safe, kind, and genuinely caring to call home.
Care provided at 579 Maidstone Road
- Older person care
- Mental health care
- Learning disability and autism support
- Physical disability support
- Sensory impairment support
- Younger adults care
- Respite care
- Last CQC inspection: 15 May 2018
Read the full inspection report on the CQC website.
Common questions about 579 Maidstone Road
Where is 579 Maidstone Road located?
579 Maidstone Road is a residential care home in Gillingham, Medway, ME8 0LQ. You can view its exact location and get directions from the map on this page.
What type of care does 579 Maidstone Road provide?
579 Maidstone Road is registered to provide residential personal care, with support that includes Older person care, Mental health care, Learning disability and autism support, Physical disability support, Sensory impairment support, Younger adults care. The full list of services is shown on this page.
What is 579 Maidstone Road's CQC rating?
579 Maidstone Road is registered with and inspected by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). Its most recent overall rating is Good following its last inspection on 15 May 2018. You can read the full CQC report from the link on this page.
Does 579 Maidstone Road offer respite or short-term care?
Yes. 579 Maidstone Road offers respite and short-term care. Availability changes regularly, so it is best to enquire directly.
Questions families ask about 579 Maidstone Road
Can Mum or Dad stay here if their dementia gets worse?
No. 579 Maidstone Road 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. 579 Maidstone Road 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. 579 Maidstone Road 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. 579 Maidstone Road 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
579 Maidstone Road 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 579 Maidstone Road. Actual fees depend on the room, the level of care and how it is funded.
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