Mayflower Care Home
Mayflower Care Home is a nursing home in Gravesend, Kent (DA11 7DX). It holds a CQC rating of Requires Improvement.
About Mayflower Care Home
Here at Mayflower Care Home in Gravesend, Kent, we provide nursing home care for a wide range of people with differing needs and circumstances. Our team supports older adults, people living with dementia, those with physical disabilities, and individuals with visual or hearing impairments. We also welcome younger adults and offer respite care for those who need a short term stay, whether to recover after a hospital admission or to give a family carer some time to rest. We know that choosing a care home is one of the most significant decisions a family can make, and we do not take that trust lightly. Our nursing staff are on site around the clock, meaning residents have access to clinical support whenever it is needed. For those living with dementia, we work to understand each person's history, routines and preferences so that daily life feels as familiar and comfortable as possible. We want to be straightforward with anyone considering Mayflower. Our most recent inspection by the Care Quality Commission resulted in an overall rating of requires improvement, and we are taking that seriously. We have been working through the feedback carefully and making real, practical changes to the way we operate. We would rather be honest about where we are and what we are doing about it than gloss over it, because the people in our care and their families deserve that honesty. If you would like to come and see us, we would genuinely welcome the chance to show you around, answer your questions, and talk through whether Mayflower might be the right fit for your loved one. We are based in Gravesend and are always happy to arrange a visit at a time that suits you.
Care provided at Mayflower Care Home
- Older person care
- Dementia care
- Physical disability support
- Sensory impairment support
- Younger adults care
- Respite care
- Last CQC inspection: 11 March 2026
Read the full inspection report on the CQC website.
Common questions about Mayflower Care Home
Where is Mayflower Care Home located?
Mayflower Care Home is a nursing home in Gravesend, Kent, DA11 7DX. You can view its exact location and get directions from the map on this page.
What type of care does Mayflower Care Home provide?
Mayflower Care Home is registered to provide nursing and personal care, with support that includes Older person care, Dementia care, Physical disability support, Sensory impairment support, Younger adults care, Respite care. The full list of services is shown on this page.
What is Mayflower Care Home's CQC rating?
Mayflower Care Home is registered with and inspected by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). Its most recent overall rating is Requires Improvement following its last inspection on 11 March 2026. You can read the full CQC report from the link on this page.
Does Mayflower Care Home provide dementia care?
Yes. Mayflower Care Home supports people living with dementia. We recommend contacting the home directly to discuss your individual situation.
Does Mayflower Care Home offer respite or short-term care?
Yes. Mayflower Care Home offers respite and short-term care. Availability changes regularly, so it is best to enquire directly.
Questions families ask about Mayflower Care Home
Can Mum or Dad stay here if their dementia gets worse?
Yes. Mayflower 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?
Yes. Yes. Mayflower Care Home is registered to provide nursing care, so registered nurses are part of the team.
Can they try a short stay before deciding?
Yes. Yes. Mayflower 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. Mayflower 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
Mayflower 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
- Nursing care: £1,350 to £1,750 per week per person, typical range
Indicative figures for the South East, not a quote from Mayflower Care Home. Actual fees depend on the room, the level of care and how it is funded.
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