The Malthouse Care Home

The Malthouse Care Home in Gillingham is a thoughtfully-restored and character-filled care home in Dorset, offering high-quality respite, residential, and specialist palliative care for older people with a wide range of healthcare needs. The Malthouse Care Home combines traditional features with modern comforts, creating a warm and reassuring environment where residents feel supported, respected, and truly at home. The experienced and compassionate team at The Malthouse Care Home delivers personalised care around the clock, working closely with local health and wellbeing professionals to support every aspect of physical, emotional, and social wellbeing.

Ideally situated within walking distance of Gillingham town centre, The Malthouse Care Home enjoys a prime location that supports independence and community connection. Residents benefit from easy access to local shops, amenities, and transport links, while families appreciate the convenience of visiting a centrally located home in Gillingham. Set within Dorset, the home is surrounded by attractive local landmarks and a variety of nearby attractions that enrich daily life and provide enjoyable opportunities for outings.

The accommodation at The Malthouse Care Home is designed with comfort and dignity in mind. Every resident has a private bedroom with en-suite facilities, and selected ground-floor rooms open directly onto the gardens, offering a peaceful and accessible outdoor connection. Residents are encouraged to personalise their rooms with treasured belongings, helping each space feel familiar and welcoming. Well-behaved pets may also be accommodated by prior arrangement with the home manager.

Communal areas at The Malthouse Care Home include a choice of spacious lounges where residents can relax or spend time with visiting family and friends. The beautifully landscaped gardens, complete with patios, colourful planting, and seating areas, offer a calm setting throughout the year. A resident-run craft shop located within the garden provides a unique creative outlet and a focal point for visitors to admire handmade pieces created at the home.

Dining is a valued part of life at The Malthouse Care Home. Skilled home chefs prepare an excellent variety of meals using fresh, locally sourced ingredients, with menus carefully tailored to cultural preferences, dietary needs, and individual tastes. Combined with a varied programme of activities and events, life at The Malthouse Care Home in Gillingham, Dorset is fulfilling, engaging, and centred on quality of life.

For families exploring care options in Gillingham or across Dorset, The Malthouse Care Home offers expert care within a welcoming, home-like setting. To learn more or to arrange a visit, please contact The Malthouse Care Home today and discover how the team can support you or your loved one.