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Care homes in Rochester offering physical disability care
7 out of 20 care homes in Rochester are registered for physical disability care, holding 305 beds in total. CQC has rated 7 of them, and 71% are Good or Outstanding, next to 82% for physical disability care across England. We estimate typical fees in Rochester at about £1,560 a week for residential care and £1,850 for nursing careestimated. 4 care homes have a rating more than four years old. On 26 October 2026, Grafton Lodge was rated Good, the newest rating here.
Updated 27 October 2026 from the CQC register (Open Government Licence)
The short version
- CQC rates 5 of the 7 care homes with a rating as Good or Outstanding, 2 are rated Requires improvement or Inadequate.
- Medway council offers a free care needs assessment, whatever your savings.
- Dementia is a registered specialism for 4; nursing care is provided by 2.
- We check for new CQC ratings in Medway daily: see the latest changes.
Cite this: The Care Panel, "Care homes in Rochester offering physical disability care", analysis of the CQC register, Oct 2026.
- 7CQC-registered care homes
- 71%of those rated are Good or Outstanding
- 4offer dementia support
- 3rated or inspected within two years
Ranked providers of physical disability care
Order: CQC rating first, then how recent that rating is, then distance. Our ranking method
- All 20
- Residential care · 17
- Care for adults under 65 · 11
- Learning disability care · 10
- Dementia care · 8
- Elderly care · 8
- Mental health care · 7
- Physical disability care · 7
- Nursing care · 3
- Sensory impairment care · 3
| # | Home | Rating | Rated | Beds | Nursing care |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Grafton Lodge | Oct 2026 | 22 | No | |
| 2 | Frindsbury House | Aug 2026 | 23 | No | |
| 3 | Watts Healthcare Ltd | Jun 2021 | 32 | No | |
| 4 | Millstream House | Mar 2019 | 22 | No | |
| 5 | Winchester House | Aug 2021 | 123 | Yes | |
| 6 | Frindsbury Hall Care Home | Jun 2026 | 74 | Yes | |
| 7 | Kingsdown House | May 2022 | 9 | No |
All care homes in Rochester with a CQC registration for physical disability care. Order: rating, then how recent it is.
Physical disability care in Rochester by the numbers
7 of the 20 care homes in Rochester are registered with CQC for physical disability care (35%). Their Good or Outstanding share is 71%, 11 points above the town-wide 60% and below the 82% for physical disability care across England.
The highest rated care homes for physical disability care are Grafton Lodge, Frindsbury House and Watts Healthcare Ltd. Ratings run from March 2019 to October 2026, and 3 are from the last two years. Together they hold 305 registered beds; 2 also provide nursing care.
For comparison, Medway has 24 care homes registered for physical disability care; of those rated, 75% are Good or Outstanding. Across Medway, 36% of care homes are registered for physical disability care, against 35% here.
Care homes in the South East typically charge about £1,555 a week for residential care and £1,830 with nursing. Specialist care can cost more; ask each home for its price list. How we estimate costs.
About physical disability care
If a condition limits someone's strength or mobility (arthritis, a spinal injury, MS, Parkinson's or the effects of a stroke, for example), this is the kind of care to look for. Carers help with personal care, move people safely using hoists and similar equipment, and encourage them to keep active and do as much for themselves as they can.
What to ask about physical disability care
- How do you support independence rather than doing everything for the person?
- Who reviews the care plan when needs change?
- Can support fit around the person's own routine?
- How do you work with physiotherapists and occupational therapists?
- Are staff trained in moving and handling, including hoists and slings?
Support: Scope helpline, 0808 800 3333. Medway: physical disability care.
Physical disability care around Rochester
| Place | How far | Care homes | Rated Good or Outstanding |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rochester | – | 7 | 5 |
| Chatham | 2.8 mi | 7 | 5 |
| Gillingham | 3.6 mi | 10 | 7 |
| Rainham, Kent | 5.2 mi | 10 | 7 |
| Gravesend | 5.8 mi | 4 | 1 |
| Northfleet | 7.1 mi | 3 | 1 |
| Hartley | 8.2 mi | 3 | 3 |
Council support
Medway
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Physical disability care in Rochester: your questions answered
How many care homes in Rochester offer physical disability care?
Physical disability care is offered by 7 of the 20 registered care homes in Rochester (CQC register, Oct 2026). Well-rated choices include Grafton Lodge, Frindsbury House and Watts Healthcare Ltd.
How are care homes in Rochester rated by CQC?
CQC has rated 7. Of those, 5 (71%) are Good or Outstanding; 2 are Requires improvement or Inadequate.
How much should I expect to pay for a care home in Rochester?
Self-funder fees in South East: 2026 averages: residential care home £1,555 a week; nursing home £1,830 a week. Averages hide a wide range: fees depend on the room, the level of care and whether nursing is needed. Councils usually pay less than self-funders for the same room. Source: The Care Panel regional fee benchmarks, October 2026 (how we estimate). Read the full cost guide.
Can Medway council help pay for a care home?
It can. Start with the needs assessment, which Medway council must offer free (Care Act 2014). England's upper capital limit is £23,250; the value of a home normally counts towards a care home means test, except where a partner or some relatives still occupy it, and not for the first 12 weeks of a permanent stay. Towards nursing costs, the NHS pays NHS-funded nursing care for residents who qualify. Getting in touch with Medway council.
How can I pick between care homes in Rochester?
Check how recent each CQC report is first: 3 of the 7 on this page were inspected or rated in the past two years. Older reports: 4. Next ask three things: will staff be consistent, what happens about missed care, and what is the full price? A checklist to help.
What about physical disability care in towns near Rochester?
Rochester has 7, with 5 rated Good or Outstanding. Nearby: Chatham (2.8 miles): 7, 5 rated Good or Outstanding; Gillingham (3.6 miles): 10, 7 rated Good or Outstanding; Snodland (4.9 miles): 2, 1 rated Good or Outstanding.
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Physical disability care near Rochester
- Physical disability care in Chatham 2.8 mi
- Physical disability care in Gillingham 3.6 mi
- Physical disability care in Snodland 4.9 mi
- Physical disability care in Rainham, Kent 5.2 mi
- Physical disability care in Gravesend 5.8 mi
- Physical disability care in Northfleet 7.1 mi
- Physical disability care in Hartley 8.2 mi
- Physical disability care in Chadwell St Mary 8.6 mi
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Register information from CQC as at Oct 2026; Open Government Licence v3.0 applies. We do not deliver care ourselves.