Hazelwood Care Home
Hazelwood Care Home is a nursing home in Longfield, Kent (DA3 7PW). It holds a CQC rating of Good.
About Hazelwood Care Home
We at Hazelwood Care Home are proud to offer a warm and welcoming nursing home in the peaceful village of Longfield, Kent, where compassionate older person care and skilled nursing support come together in a truly homely setting. Nestled within the leafy DA postcode area of Longfield, our home benefits from the tranquillity of village life in the wider Dartford district, whilst remaining well connected for family visits from across Kent and the South East. The surrounding area offers a calm, restorative backdrop where residents can enjoy the changing seasons, gentle strolls in nearby green spaces, and the quiet reassurance of a close knit local community. Our care is built around the individual. As a dedicated nursing home, we support older people who require round the clock clinical care, delivered by qualified nurses working alongside a caring team who take the time to really get to know each resident. For families whose loved ones are living with dementia, we provide specialist dementia care that focuses on dignity, familiarity, and meaningful daily moments. We understand that a diagnosis of dementia can feel overwhelming, and our approach is centred on gentle routines, sensitive communication, and creating an environment where residents feel safe, understood, and valued. We also offer respite care for those needing a short stay, whether to support recovery after a hospital admission, to give a family carer a well deserved break, or simply to experience life at Hazelwood before considering a longer term move. Respite guests receive the same attentive nursing support and warm welcome as our permanent residents, with care plans tailored from the very first day. Families rightly want reassurance about the quality of care their loved one will receive, and we are proud that the Care Quality Commission rated Hazelwood Care Home as Good across every area at our most recent inspection in July 2025. Achieving Good ratings for being Safe, Effective, Caring, Responsive, and Well-led reflects the consistent effort of our team and the trust placed in us by residents and their families. It is an independent recognition that our care is delivered thoughtfully, our home is well managed, and our residents are truly at the heart of everything we do. If you are exploring nursing or dementia care in Longfield or the wider Kent area, we warmly invite you to get in touch. Choosing a care home is one of the most important decisions a family can make, and we are here to answer your questions, offer guidance, and welcome you for a visit whenever you are ready. At Hazelwood Care Home, your loved one will always be met with kindness, expertise, and genuine warmth.
Care provided at Hazelwood Care Home
- Older person care
- Dementia care
- Respite care
- Last CQC inspection: 1 July 2025
Read the full inspection report on the CQC website.
How Hazelwood Care Home compares in Dartford
Measured against the 22 care homes for older people registered in Dartford. The dark dot is this home.
- Size
- 50 places. Larger than 16 of the 22 homes. The local average is 41 places.
- CQC rating
- Good. 12 of the 22 homes (55%) are rated Good or Outstanding. Across Kent the figure is 68%.
- Latest report
- 1 July 2025. 3 of the 22 homes have published a newer inspection report since.
- Registered
- January 2011. 13 of the 22 homes registered more recently.
- Care offered
- Nursing and dementia care. Of the 22 homes, 10 offer nursing care and 13 offer dementia care.
- Food hygiene
- 5 out of 5. The top rating, shared by 16 of the 18 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 Dartford.
The local picture: Dartford
What the numbers say about care for older people in Dartford, 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: 8,500. Rising to 9,600 by 2035, up 13%
- People aged 85 and over: 2,400. Rising to 3,300 by 2035, up 37%
- Living with dementia, aged 65 and over (estimate): 1,100. Rising to 1,400 by 2035, up 21%
- Dementia diagnosis rate: 78%. The NHS ambition is 67%. Kent as a whole is 62%.
- Care home beds per 1,000 people aged 75+: 105. Kent average is 77.
- Care homes, last 12 months: 2 opened, 1 closed
- 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 Hazelwood Care Home
Facts from public registers, and what is close by.
- Registered with CQC
- 20 January 2011, so 15 years.
- Food hygiene rating
- 5 out of 5. Very good. Last inspected by the local council on 24 April 2025.
- Run by
- Smartmove Homes Limited, which runs this service only.
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 Hazelwood Care Home
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
- Darent Valley Hospital, Dartford, 3.8 miles away
It is about 3.8 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
- Jubilee Medical Centre, 0.8 miles away
- Downs Way Medical Practice, 1.7 miles away
- Swanscombe Health Centre, 2.5 miles away
Nearest dentists
- Hartley Dental Practice, 0.4 miles away (NHS.uk details)
- Bupa Dental Care Longfield, 0.9 miles away (NHS.uk details)
- Istead Rise Dental Clinic, 1.6 miles away (NHS.uk details)
Nearest pharmacies
- Hodgson Pharmacy, 0.7 miles away
- Istead Rise Pharmacy, 1.7 miles away
- Meopham Pharmacy, 1.8 miles away
Nearest railway stations
- Longfield Station, 0.8 miles away
- Meopham Station, 1.8 miles away
- Sole Street Station, 2.7 miles away
Around Hazelwood Care Home
- H: Hazelwood Care Home
- 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 Hazelwood Care Home
Where is Hazelwood Care Home located?
Hazelwood Care Home is a nursing home in Longfield, Kent, DA3 7PW. You can view its exact location and get directions from the map on this page.
What type of care does Hazelwood Care Home provide?
Hazelwood Care Home is registered to provide nursing and personal care, with support that includes Older person care, Dementia care, Respite care. The full list of services is shown on this page.
What is Hazelwood Care Home's CQC rating?
Hazelwood 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 1 July 2025. You can read the full CQC report from the link on this page.
Does Hazelwood Care Home provide dementia care?
Yes. Hazelwood Care Home supports people living with dementia. We recommend contacting the home directly to discuss your individual situation.
Does Hazelwood Care Home offer respite or short-term care?
Yes. Hazelwood Care Home offers respite and short-term care. Availability changes regularly, so it is best to enquire directly.
Questions families ask about Hazelwood Care Home
Can Mum or Dad stay here if their dementia gets worse?
Yes. Hazelwood 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. Hazelwood 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. Hazelwood 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?
No. Hazelwood Care Home is registered for older people. Younger adults are not listed.
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
Hazelwood 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 Hazelwood Care Home. Actual fees depend on the room, the level of care and how it is funded.
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