welcome to nicholas james care homes

Caring through
Generations

Promoting independence, dignity, and individuality

Our person-centred approach is guided by our deeply integrated values which are not just words on paper but the cornerstone of our operations. We ensure that every interaction with our residents is meaningful and enriching, making us the ultimate choice for individuals and families seeking compassionate and professional care.  

Our family-run enterprise sees that those we look after aren’t simply our residents, but part of our close-knit community. 

Our Core Principles

These guiding principles shape our care philosophy, ensuring we always deliver consistent, high-quality care in every home. 

  • Diligence

  • Responsibility

  • Compassion

  • Individuality

  • Transparency

Types of Care We Offer

We offer a range of services tailored to meet the diverse needs of our residents.

Your loved ones ‘home from home’. We provide personalised care alongside a warm, homely environment for the highest level of comfort and support.

We offer high-quality nursing care, providing 24-hour care and medical support to your loved ones that helps them maintain comfort, independence, and dignity in times of illness.

Our trained staff administer specialized dementia care and engage residents in dementia-friendly activities, ensuring safety and stimulation for residents with various kinds of dementia and Alzheimer’s.

Our homes provide flexible, short-term care for your loved ones, providing comfort and support for those recovering from illness or surgery while you take a well-deserved break.

We offer day care services for your loved ones, whatever their needs may be, whether it’s to experience community, activities, make use of our care facilities or to simply relieve caregivers.

Explore Our Homes

Find the perfect home that meets your needs with comfort, history, and exceptional care.

Alexander House

Dover , CT17 9SP

  • Day Care
  • Dementia Care
  • Residential Care
  • Respite Care

Charles Lodge

Hove, BN3 4BB

  • Day Care
  • Dementia Care
  • Residential Care
  • Respite Care

Chestfield House

Canterbury, CT5 3JT

  • Day Care
  • Dementia Care
  • Nursing Care
  • Residential Care
  • Respite Care

Dale Lodge

Southfleet, DA13 9NX

  • Day Care
  • Dementia Care
  • Residential Care
  • Respite Care

Dale Mount

Southfleet, DA13 9NX

  • Day Care
  • Dementia Care
  • Residential Care
  • Respite Care

Eastfield Residential Home

Maidstone, ME14 5HY

  • Day Care
  • Dementia Care
  • Residential Care
  • Respite Care

Edward House

Burgess Hill, RH15 8DZ

  • Day Care
  • Dementia Care
  • Residential Care
  • Respite Care

Harbledown Lodge

Canterbury, CT2 9AP

  • Day Care
  • Dementia Care
  • Nursing Care
  • Residential Care
  • Respite Care

Haydon Mayer

Canterbury, CT6 8PX

  • Day Care
  • Dementia Care
  • Nursing Care
  • Residential Care
  • Respite Care

Walmer Care Centre

Deal, CT147DN

  • Day Care
  • Dementia Care
  • Residential Care
  • Respite Care

Whitstable Nursing Home

Canterbury, CT5 1DN

  • Day Care
  • Dementia Care
  • Nursing Care
  • Residential Care
  • Respite Care

Find Your Home

With 11 care homes across Kent and Sussex, we’re confident you’ll find the right environment for your loved one to call home. 

Award Winning Care for Over 20 Years

Here at Nicholas James Care Homes, we have a proud legacy of care shaped around the needs of those we look after. Our care team meticulously learn and detail our residents’ personalities, preferences and needs to deliver truly person-centred care according to their specific requirements. 

Ready To Start Your Journey?

Looking to find the perfect fit, discuss your needs or simply interested in learning more about our care homes? Reach out to us below!

Caring, understanding and friendly staff. My dad was looked after with respect and kindness. The management team and nursing staff were excellent. It was a difficult time and the staff were always available.

Daughter of Resident

Chestfield House
I will be forever grateful to the wonderful staff of this care home. The care and kindness given to my husband and my family was exemplary. They gave us something we thought we would not ever have again and that was happy memories, how do you thank anyone for that kind of gift that will last our lifetimes? Thank you, to the manager and all the staff for the wonderful care you give to all residents and families.

Wife of Resident

Alexander House
Eastfield is a wonderful care home, because everything is done to make residents feel at home, while making sure they receive all the care they need. Numerous events are run to ensure residents are properly entertained. A measure of a good home is the number of staff to residents ratio and the length of service of carers, Eastfield score well on both counts.

Son of Resident

Eastfield Residential Home
My aunt has been a resident at Haydon-Mayer for a number of years and continues to benefit from the first class care and loving environment. She is happy and in amazing health as she advances into her 100th year! That she is doing so is in no small part down to the efforts of the manager and her wonderful care team.

Nephew of Resident

Haydon Mayer

The care provided for my mother is second to none. The staff are friendly and approachable. Any concerns raised are dealt with quickly. I have no hesitation in recommending this home. My mother loves it, good food, a comfortable environment, and excellent care.

Daughter of Resident

Walmer Care Centre

Superior Hospitality

At Nicholas James Care Homes, we’re committed to creating a warm, welcoming atmosphere in each of our homes. From the moment you step inside, you’ll be welcomed by our dedicated, passionate staff in a close-knit family environment – so that you’ll feel like you’re in a home away from home. 

Our chefs craft delicious, seasonal meals with a home-cooked quality, using fresh, locally sourced ingredients. Our dining teams offer extensive menus, multiple daily options and cater to individual dietary needs and preferences. Residents can also enjoy a restaurant-quality dining experience in our elegant dining rooms or the comfort of their chosen space. 

News

Our News

Stay up to date on Nicholas James Care Homes or learn more about health, care and wellbeing 

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Eastfield House win The Learning & Development Award at The Stars of Social Care Awards 2025, Care Home!
24th June 2025
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Dale Lodge win in The Home Care Coordinator Award at The Great British Care National Awards 2025!
17th March 2025
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Dale Lodge win in The Home Care Coordinator Award at The Great British Care Awards 2024!
15th November 2024
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Alexander House wins Residential Care Team (OPPD) at KICA Kent Care Award 2024!
13th September 2024