Lukestone Dementia Nursing Home
Lukestone Dementia Nursing Home is a nursing home in Maidstone, Kent (ME16 8BS). It holds a CQC rating of Requires Improvement.
About Lukestone Dementia Nursing Home
Lukestone is a nursing home in Maidstone, Kent, caring for older people living with dementia who also have nursing needs. Having qualified nurses on the team alongside our care staff means we can look after people whose health needs go well beyond what a residential home could safely manage. Dementia care is not an add on here, it is what we are for. That shapes everything from how we speak to somebody to how the day is arranged. What helps most is unglamorous: familiar staff who know a person's history, a routine that does not shift about, food that is recognisable, and reassurance given as patiently the tenth time as the first. Alongside that we manage medication, nutrition, skin care, pain and comfort, and we keep in close contact with GPs and community health teams so that care is joined up. Respite stays are available for families who need a planned break or extra support after a hospital discharge. Our most recent overall rating from the Care Quality Commission is requires improvement. We would sooner tell you that ourselves than have you come across it later and wonder what else went unsaid. The areas identified are where our effort is concentrated, and we are glad to discuss them with any family considering us.
Care provided at Lukestone Dementia Nursing Home
- Older person care
- Dementia care
- Respite care
- Last CQC inspection: 2 December 2021
Read the full inspection report on the CQC website.
Common questions about Lukestone Dementia Nursing Home
Where is Lukestone Dementia Nursing Home located?
Lukestone Dementia Nursing Home is a nursing home in Maidstone, Kent, ME16 8BS. You can view its exact location and get directions from the map on this page.
What type of care does Lukestone Dementia Nursing Home provide?
Lukestone Dementia Nursing 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 Lukestone Dementia Nursing Home's CQC rating?
Lukestone Dementia Nursing 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 2 December 2021. You can read the full CQC report from the link on this page.
Does Lukestone Dementia Nursing Home provide dementia care?
Yes. Lukestone Dementia Nursing Home supports people living with dementia. We recommend contacting the home directly to discuss your individual situation.
Does Lukestone Dementia Nursing Home offer respite or short-term care?
Yes. Lukestone Dementia Nursing Home offers respite and short-term care. Availability changes regularly, so it is best to enquire directly.
Questions families ask about Lukestone Dementia Nursing Home
Can Mum or Dad stay here if their dementia gets worse?
Yes. Lukestone Dementia Nursing 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. Lukestone Dementia Nursing 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. Lukestone Dementia Nursing 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. Lukestone Dementia Nursing 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
Lukestone Dementia Nursing 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 Lukestone Dementia Nursing Home. Actual fees depend on the room, the level of care and how it is funded.
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