Residential care - adult

Residential care is for people who can not continue living in their own home, even with support from home care services. You can stay in residential care for a short time (known as respite care), over a longer period or permanently. You would stay in a comfortable furnished room and staff are usually available 24 hours a day. A residential care home normally provides accommodation, meals, and ‘personal care’.

If you or a family member are having difficulty living in your or their own home, there are many services on offer to help you.

If you or a family member are still unable to continue living at home and are thinking about living in a residential care home you will need to contact Kent County Council Adult Social Services on 08458 247905. A trained worker will talk to you about the support you may need.