Friston House Care Home
414 City Way, Rochester, ME1 2BQ
Get directionsNursing care
Dementia care
Respite / Short stay
Services for under 65
Sandra Verrell
General Manager
For friends and family01634 403 556
Friston HouseBarchester Healthcare
Friston House Care Home in Rochester
Friston House is a modern, purpose-built care home, located near the historic city of Rochester. The home has lovely courtyard gardens and good access to public transport.
It is split into three units and offers services to people who require nursing and personal care, people living with working age dementia and people living with dementia.
Dementia Care
We provide specialist support for individuals living with dementia in our bespoke Memory Lane Community, where care is focused on independence, dignity and choice, with a person centred approach. We have also invested in a 'Magic Table' for our home, an interactive light projector designed to support people living with dementia through mentally and physically stimulating games.
There is 24-hour nursing cover and links with local NHS services are extremely good. Care at Friston House is based on careful assessment and care planning, linked to activities on a group and one-to-one basis, which include regular parties, entertainments and outings. Community links are good and a number of volunteers visit the home to help out.
The best way to get to know Friston House is to give us a visit or a call, we're happy to help and advise.
Our 'Paying to live in a care home' guide is designed to try and help you understand more about the funding options available and what to consider when choosing a care home.
Read our Paying to live in a care home brochureTypes of care
At Friston House we are committed to ensuring that all our residents receive the highest quality of person-centred nursing care in a safe environment. Each resident has an individualised care plan, tailored to their individual nursing needs. Here at Friston House we understand that it is important to improve and maintain our residents physical and psychological well-being, and that our care services are delivered in a way that celebrates each persons individuality. Our latest CQC inspection report gave us a rating of 'Good' outcome for 'Caring' and as a team we do care.
Nursing care
Dementia care
Respite / Short stay
Services for under 65
Read our brochure 'Enriching the lives of people living with dementia' for more information on our support.
Discover more about our events and activities
Read our brochure 'Providing great quality care and wellbeing' for more information on how we're here to help you and your loved one.
Read brochureFacilities
Day trips
Internet access/wifi
Laundry
Nutritious & delicious menus
Amenities on site
Activity classes
Activity room
Day trips
Exercise classes
Care duration
Accept direct referrals
Accept referrals from local authorities
Emergency placements
Intermediate care/home from hospital
Accommodation
Electric profiling bed
En-suite toilet
Furnished rooms and own furniture welcomed
Nurse call system
Our Team
The dedicated and experienced team are passionate about providing quality care to each individual living at the home.
Sandra Verrell
General Manager
Hi my name is Sandra Verrell and I am the General Manager at Friston house. Welcome to our website.
We pride ourselves on the dedicated, person centred care that we deliver here at Friston House for both our resident's and their loved ones.
I am passionate nurse and a leader who is dedicated to delivering excellent care to our residents through a well-supported, skilled and supported teams. My role as General Manager is to support the team in providing person-centred care and to make sure our residents feel safe and comfortable in their home.
I have been a Registered Nurse since 1983 and have over 27 years' experience of working in the care home environment, including more than 17 years as General Manager.
My team and i look forward to welcoming you to Friston House for a cup of tea and a slice of our famous home made cake
Our staff are like family
At Barchester, we’re cultivating an environment where you’ll have more than just a career – you’ll have a family.
Our people
Barchester’s Charitable Foundation distributes over £150,000 per year to individuals and small community groups/charities across England, Scotland and Wales.
Find out moreLife at Friston House Care Home
Care, activities, facilities and food are all major focuses at our home. It is important that each of these services are tailored to the individual needs and preferences of residents, which is why we employ a wonderful team of professionals who can deliver support using a warm and person-centred approach.
Food & Nutrition
Our fantastic catering team are always on hand to prepare tasty and nutritious food with fresh, seasonal produce that is cooked to the highest of standards.
Food & Nutrition at Friston House Care HomeActivities & Events
Our varied activities programme reflects the dedication of our skilled staff, who bring a certain uniqueness to the home, which can&apost be found anywhere else.
Life at Friston House Care HomeCare & Facilities
Our home is equipped with a number of facilities and features that serve to enhance the lives of those we support.
Care & Facilities at Friston House Care HomeWhat people say about us
Your next steps to finding care
Our team are here to help you when you are ready to talk about the care and support you need. Please call our team to arrange a visit and come and take a look around our home.
Call our team
Call our team for more information about our care home and to arrange a visit. Phone lines are open 8am-8pm
Send a message
We'll be happy to answer your questions about the next steps for moving into our care home. Send us a message online
Download a brochure
Download our brochure to find out more about life in our care home
Our fees and contract
We want to be as transparent as possible about how we charge for the different services we provide as well as what's included in our contract.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Friston House Care Home offers Nursing care, Dementia care, Respite / Short stay, Services for under 65.
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