Lukestone Nursing Home

A home from home

Located in the bustling town of Maidstone in Kent, Lukestone Care Home is a Residential Nursing Home providing 24-hour care for elderly people who have been diagnosed with Dementia and other illnesses.

It’s important for our residents to feel welcome and relaxed whether staying with us for a short time or permanently, so we encourage everyone to personalise their rooms by bringing photos, ornaments, furniture and those extra special knick-knacks to create a familiar environment. Our Housekeeping and Maintenance teams are always on hand to make sure that rooms remain clean and tidy, and no job is too big or too small for adding those special touches.

Brimming with character

Our 1960s styled kitchenette has been wonderfully decorated and furnished to evoke memories and allow our ladies and gentlemen to cook, dine or simply enjoy a chat over coffee and cake.

Outside in the garden you’ll often find us in ‘Paula’s Pantry’; a summer house and tea-room we use throughout the year for all kinds of activities, events and day-to-day get togethers. Elsewhere in the garden our raised flower beds are full of colour and residents enjoy tending to the plants and herbs whilst relaxing in the fresh air or enjoying some al fresco dining.

Recreation and leisure

As well as providing physical care we also support the emotional and social needs of our residents. Even though moving into a care home is a big step, it’s important for everyone to remain as independent as possible and to keep enjoying their hobbies and interests. Our dedicated Recreation and Well-Being team get to know our residents really well – how they like to spend their time, the places they enjoy visiting and the activities they like to join in with.

We make good use of our minibus for day trips around the Kent countryside; historical visits to Leeds Castle, fish and chips at the seaside, tea and cake at Teapot Island or taking in the great outdoors along Moat Park’s dementia-friendly trail. We really are spoilt for choice and always welcome relatives to join us on our outings.

Daily activities such as arts and crafts, cooking, music and movies allow residents to socialise and share hobbies, and there’s nothing we enjoy more than regular visits from singers, entertainers and Pet Therapy animals that are always fussed over.

We never need an excuse to celebrate a special event or occasion and our Home is often transformed with decorations and entertainment throughout the year for Summer Fetes, Easter, Valentine’s Day and Christmas. We also make sure our residents are the centre of attention for birthdays and special anniversaries.

Resident of the day

‘Resident of the Day’ helps each member of the team understand our residents’ likes, dislikes and the things that really make a difference to them. All staff – whether Carers, Nurses, Housekeepers or Maintenance – find out what’s important to each individual and give them the opportunity to pick their favourite meal for Chef to prepare, choose an activity they would like to do, and add any special touches to their room. Family members are invited to be part of these reviews and we always give feedback when their loved one has been Resident of the Day.

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