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Eglantine Lane, Horton Kirby, Dartford DA4 9JLA great place to live with a community, family feel
Eglantine Villa, located in Dartford offers a warm welcome to anyone needing nursing, residential or dementia residential care. Rated ‘Good’ by the CQC, the home has an emphasis on individual choice and it’s a lovely place to come for a few weeks or for as long as needed. With the help of family and friends, we create a real sense of community for each resident to enjoy.
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Interactive pet therapy |
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3-acre landscaped gardens |
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A variety of daily activities |
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Annual summer fetes |
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Local nursery visits |
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Beautician and hairdresser |
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Quiz nights |
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Exotic animal visits |
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Gentle gardening |
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Who is this home suitable for?
What we don't provide
What’s included for the price?
All residents appreciate the key things like delicious meals and laundry services. A few options are at an extra cost.
Included:
- GP visits
- Nutritionist advice
- Pet therapy
- Religious services
Optional extras:
- Chiropody
- Dental appointments
- Optician assistance
- Hairdresser
- Beautician
If you would like to find out more about Eglantine Villa Care Home speak, to a member of our Customer Care Team, who are on hand to answer any questions you may have.
Call us on 0345 600 4622 ^
Kerrie, Leeds Customer Care Team, who are we?
A homely interior in a peaceful rural setting
Our former country residence has been converted into a lovely care home, combining charm with every modern convenience. The home comprises two buildings – Jasmine Lodge and Lavender Cottage – each designed to create a warm, friendly atmosphere and a true sense of community.
Great places to socialise, enjoy an activity or have quiet time
We have many lounges area for socialising and a dedicated activities room that can be transformed into a cinema for movie nights. Residents living with dementia can unwind by spending time in our sensory garden.
Walk amongst our rolling garden trees and admire its views
Outside, we have over three acres of beautifully landscaped grounds – perfect for a gentle stroll or a spot of gardening.
Residents are welcome to personalise their bedrooms
We want you to feel at home, so residents are welcome to personalise by bringing personal items or small pieces of furniture.
Fresh, tasty food
Good food, in pleasant surroundings, is a real priority. Our café offers fresh-baked cakes and biscuits plus speciality coffees. Appetising meals are served in our spacious restaurant, café or garden, or in the resident’s room. Our chef talks to each resident when they move in about their likes, dislikes and any special dietary needs.
There’s no typical day at Eglantine Villa, we arrange plenty to do, both here at the home as well as out and about.
Lots of special interests
Residents can get involved as much or as little as they like with our range of activities. We have singers, quizzes, knit and natter, chair aerobics, art club to name a few.
Get relaxing treatments and pampering
Our onsite salon is the perfect place for you to unwind and make use of our beautician services of which we have a wide variety.
Spend time with the local community in summer fetes
We have an annual local community fete that residents can attend as well as many seasonal events all year round.
“People, their relatives, healthcare professionals and staff spoke positively about the service. Comments included, "The whole team are very professional in every way but are also very upbeat and fun for [our loved one] to be with." Staff worked flexibly as a cohesive team to ensure people received an outstanding quality of service.”
Help when you need it
Choosing a care home can be stressful, especially if you've never done it before. Where do you start? Well, right here. Our helpful, understanding care advisers offer free advice on anything from funding to finding just the right home.
Call a customer care adviser on 0345 600 4622^
Ask us to assess your situation and talk to you about paying for care, and how funding works.
Find care homes that might be right for you, and book one or more visits.
^We may record or monitor our phone calls. Lines are open 8am to 6.30pm Monday to Friday, 9am to 12.30pm Saturday. Closed Sundays and bank holidays. Calls are charged at no more than local rate and count towards any inclusive minutes from mobiles.
