Hengist Field
Care Home
Call 01795 473 880
Pond Farm Road, Borden, Sittingbourne, Kent ME9 8LS
Care Home in Kent, Sittingbourne
Excellent purpose-built facilities
Hengist Field is a purpose-built centre caring for those who need nursing or specialist dementia care, including respite stays.
Our modern and bright Home has spacious rooms and facilities all built around a courtyard design, with views that overlook the quiet Kent countryside. It’s important for our ladies and gentlemen to feel comfortable in their new surroundings. All of our bedrooms have en-suite facilities and bedrooms can be personalised to add those special touches; photographs, ornaments, pieces of furniture – anything that helps create a familiar, home-from-home environment.
Hengist Field is divided into three specialist units, with associated lounges, dining rooms, cinema and activity areas. The well-maintained gardens surround the whole building and are well placed for enjoying some al fresco dining, gardening and outside entertainment. Relatives are encouraged to bring picnic baskets or barbecues and enjoy some family time together.
Personal care and well-being
Our friendly management team has an unrivalled depth and breadth of experience gained from many years’ service in all aspects of high-quality care. They dedicate their extensive knowledge and skills to leading and mentoring our team members so that, together, they can make the difference in the lives of every individual within our care.
The person-centred care we provide not only meets the medical and care needs of our residents, but also supports overall well-being and independence. We have a dedicated team of qualified complementary therapists who spend time with residents on an individual basis to make a real difference to their lives with treatments including massage, reflexology and Reiki. You’ll recognise the team when you visit the Home by their brightly coloured t-shirts.
We also have our own hair salon and we are visited by a range of external health professionals including chiropodists, speech therapists and opticians.
From the comfortable cinema to the relaxed beauty salon, all our facilities have been designed with our residents’ changing needs in mind.
It’s important for us to build relationships with you as a family to help us get to know your loved-one better, but also to support you and be on hand to answer questions and offer reassurance.
Recreation and leisure
We encourage our residents to carry on enjoying their hobbies and pastimes when they come to Hengist, whether staying with us for a short time or permanently. Our Recreation and Well-Being team find out all about our residents’ interests to help them arrange activities and outings throughout the week. We’re spoilt for choice when planning day trips in our minibus with the beautiful Kent countryside and coastal towns right on our doorstep. Castles, country parks and gardens, pub lunches and cake and coffee at the nearby Oad Street craft centre are regular favourites, and family and friends are always welcome to join us.
No two days are the same with a programme of activities that allow residents to either come together and socialise, or relax with their own interests. We enjoy quizzes, arts and crafts, movies in our cinema room and exercise sessions; gardening for those with green fingers, book clubs and sing-alongs. We also welcome the local church bell ringers, pet therapy animals, singers and theatre groups.
We have strong links with the local village community, including Borden church, and have wonderful volunteers who support our activities and special events and offer companionship to the ladies and gentlemen we care for.
Special occasions and seasonal events are always celebrated with decorations, entertainment and events for family and friends to join in with.
Some time ago we started a ‘Make A Wish’ list for our residents to tell us all the weird and wonderful things they’ve always wanted to do. Apart from making funny and heartfelt conversation topics, we’re delighted to have made many wishes come true.
Excellent purpose-built facilities
Hengist Field is a purpose-built centre caring for those who need nursing or specialist dementia care, including respite stays.
Our modern and bright Home has spacious rooms and facilities all built around a courtyard design, with views that overlook the quiet Kent countryside. It’s important for our ladies and gentlemen to feel comfortable in their new surroundings. All of our bedrooms have en-suite facilities and bedrooms can be personalised to add those special touches; photographs, ornaments, pieces of furniture – anything that helps create a familiar, home-from-home environment.
Hengist Field is divided into three specialist units, with associated lounges, dining rooms, cinema and activity areas. The well-maintained gardens surround the whole building and are well placed for enjoying some al fresco dining, gardening and outside entertainment. Relatives are encouraged to bring picnic baskets or barbecues and enjoy some family time together.
Personal care and well-being
Our friendly management team has an unrivalled depth and breadth of experience gained from many years’ service in all aspects of high-quality care. They dedicate their extensive knowledge and skills to leading and mentoring our team members so that, together, they can make the difference in the lives of every individual within our care.
The person-centred care we provide not only meets the medical and care needs of our residents, but also supports overall well-being and independence. We have a dedicated team of qualified complementary therapists who spend time with residents on an individual basis to make a real difference to their lives with treatments including massage, reflexology and Reiki. You’ll recognise the team when you visit the Home by their brightly coloured t-shirts.
We also have our own hair salon and we are visited by a range of external health professionals including chiropodists, speech therapists and opticians.
From the comfortable cinema to the relaxed beauty salon, all our facilities have been designed with our residents’ changing needs in mind.
It’s important for us to build relationships with you as a family to help us get to know your loved-one better, but also to support you and be on hand to answer questions and offer reassurance.
Recreation and leisure
We encourage our residents to carry on enjoying their hobbies and pastimes when they come to Hengist, whether staying with us for a short time or permanently. Our Recreation and Well-Being team find out all about our residents’ interests to help them arrange activities and outings throughout the week. We’re spoilt for choice when planning day trips in our minibus with the beautiful Kent countryside and coastal towns right on our doorstep. Castles, country parks and gardens, pub lunches and cake and coffee at the nearby Oad Street craft centre are regular favourites, and family and friends are always welcome to join us.
No two days are the same with a programme of activities that allow residents to either come together and socialise, or relax with their own interests. We enjoy quizzes, arts and crafts, movies in our cinema room and exercise sessions; gardening for those with green fingers, book clubs and sing-alongs. We also welcome the local church bell ringers, pet therapy animals, singers and theatre groups.
We have strong links with the local village community, including Borden church, and have wonderful volunteers who support our activities and special events and offer companionship to the ladies and gentlemen we care for.
Special occasions and seasonal events are always celebrated with decorations, entertainment and events for family and friends to join in with.
Some time ago we started a ‘Make A Wish’ list for our residents to tell us all the weird and wonderful things they’ve always wanted to do. Apart from making funny and heartfelt conversation topics, we’re delighted to have made many wishes come true.
Both our parents live at Hengist Field so they can be together. The team members are very caring and know the names of all the residents and their preferences.
Care services
- Respite Care
- Residential Care
- Dementia Care
- General Nursing Care
- Nursing Dementia Care
- Rehabilitation
- End of Life Care
Amenities at a glance
- 75 bedrooms
- Five lounges and an Orangery Room
- Three separate dining rooms with Kitchenettes
- Courtyard garden
- Large rear garden with water feature
- Cinema room
- Dedicated Recreation and Well-Being Teams
- Nutritional Therapy
- Onsite Hair Salon
- Wi-Fi
A shared Nellsar culture
As part of a group of Care Homes, we are extremely proud of our caring, supportive culture which embodies empathy, equity, professionalism and continuous improvement. Our shared values focus on the individual – from residents to team members – creating an inclusive environment with both residents and team members at the heart of what we do every day.
Nutrition and dining
Mealtimes are a key part of daily life and a good opportunity to socialise. With the support of Nellsar’s Head of Catering, Adrian Silaghi, we provide a 5-star dining experience and with a choice of lounges, dining areas and new kitchenettes our residents can choose how and where to dine.
We know that good nutrition supports good health, so our Head of Nutrition and Wellness, Leni Wood, works alongside our Chefs to deliver the very best meal plans using wholesome foods and drinks. We take a holistic approach to help build resilience and boost immunity through mood lifting ‘Boost in Burst’ foods and involve our residents in making decisions and promoting independence when eating and drinking. This person-centred approach helps us meet individual likes and dislikes as well as addressing any specific concerns or needs.
Nutrition and dining
Mealtimes are a key part of daily life and a good opportunity to socialise. With the support of Nellsar’s Head of Catering, Adrian Silaghi, we provide a 5-star dining experience and with a choice of lounges, dining areas and new kitchenettes our residents can choose how and where to dine.
Nutrition and dining
Mealtimes are a key part of daily life and a good opportunity to socialise. With the support of Nellsar’s Head of Catering, Adrian Silaghi, we provide a 5-star dining experience and with a choice of lounges, dining areas and new kitchenettes our residents can choose how and where to dine.
Our highly trained Chefs create fresh, home-made meals using local ingredients and seasonal produce. They create varied menus around the preferences of our residents and are happy to cater for any special dietary requirements. As well as the main meals of the day, snacks and refreshments are available throughout the day; not forgetting morning coffee and the afternoon tea trolley with a of choice of beautifully presented cakes, fruit and fresh drinks.
We know that good nutrition supports good health, so our Head of Nutrition and Wellness, Leni Wood, works alongside our Chefs to deliver the very best meal plans using wholesome foods and drinks. We take a holistic approach to help build resilience and boost immunity through mood lifting ‘Boost in Burst’ foods and involve our residents in making decisions and promoting independence when eating and drinking. This person-centred approach helps us meet individual likes and dislikes as well as addressing any specific concerns or needs.
Nellsar Care and Cookery Book
Pioneers in the Care Catering industry, the Nellsar Care and Cookery Book celebrates our person-centred care catering and nutritional support. We also share some of our residents’ favourite seasonal recipes and an insight into the wonderful cooking clubs in our Care Homes.
Dementia technology
Our residents with dementia enjoy using ‘Magic Tables’ for games and social interaction on a regular basis. These are projectors that create bright, moving images and games on a table for residents to touch and interact with. This fantastic piece of technology not only stimulates physical and cognitive activity but provides a relaxing and social experience.
In our specialist dementia unit, we have installed 3D wall murals and shop fronts (post office, newsagents and florist) and well as personalised bedroom doors and memory boxes full of personal treasured objects.
Dedicated Team Members
Home Manager Neli joined the Nellsar family in 2018 and has an established career in nursing and care home management. Neli is supported by a team of dedicated team members, all of whom are passionate in providing high standards of person-centred care and support.
Our ‘Resident of the Day’ initiative helps each member of the team understand our residents’ likes, dislikes and the things that really make a difference to them. All team members – whether Carers, Nurses, Housekeepers or Maintenance – find out what’s important to each individual and give them the opportunity to select their favourite meal for our Chef to prepare, choose an activity they’d like to do, and add any special touches to their room. Family members are invited to be part of these reviews and we always give feedback when their loved one has been Resident of the Day.
If you would like to find out more about the care and services we offer, please feel free to visit us anytime.
If you have any questions or would like to book a time to meet with Neli or the team, please call us on 01795 473880 or email admin.hengistfield@nellsar.com
An insight into Nellsar Care Homes
Nellsar Care and Cookery Book
Created by our Head Chef Cosmin Cristea, Head of Nutrition Leni Wood, and Head of Catering Services Adrian Silaghi, the Nellsar Care and Cookery book is a celebration of our person-centred care catering and nutritional support. We share some of our residents’ favourite seasonal recipes and an insight into the wonderful cooking clubs in our Care Homes.
Recruitment and Careers
Nellsar is a great choice to begin or continue a career in care; we understand how important a work-life balance is and we look after our team members. We strive to offer the best training and ongoing support, across a range of different roles with flexible hours and shift patterns.
Nellsar Values
With over 35 years’ experience in caring for the elderly, Nellsar’s defining values reflect the current realities in social care. Our core focus is on supporting the mental, physical, emotional, spiritual and social well-being of our team members and residents, while also sustaining innovation through the use of technology.
Nellsar Newsletter
Produced three times a year, Nellsar News is our group Newsletter. It gives an insight into our company and life within our 13 Homes.
Food and Dining
All Nellsar Care Homes offer enticing and healthy menus that cater for every taste, preference and special dietary requirements, including immune boosting and soft puréed foods.
Recreation and Leisure
We encourage our residents to remain as active as possible and our Recreation and Well-Being staff organise daily engaging, fun activities for them to enjoy.
Nellsar Well-Being Team
Our team of therapists enhance our residents’ sense of well-being and relaxation through nurturing touch. Their services include Massage, Aromatherapy, Reiki and Reflexology.
The local area
Lively Sittingbourne is full of cafés and restaurants and it hosts a weekly Friday market too. Learn a bit about the local area and places of interest.
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A message from the Manager
Hello, my name is Neli Koleva and I’m the Manager of Hengist Field Care Home in Sittingbourne. I joined the Nellsar family as Manager here at the Home in November 2018, bringing with me 34 years’ Nursing experience from working in a variety of UK and overseas care settings. Our wonderful team here provide high-quality care while ensuring that our residents enjoy all aspects of life within our Home.
Hengist Field Care Home was opened in 2011 and the design fits in beautifully with the surrounding Kent countryside of Oast Houses and orchards. We have first-class facilities here for our residents to enjoy and are developing many new and exciting ideas and initiatives to enhance daily life within the Home.
Work for Nellsar and earn extra cash with our Refer a Friend bonus scheme
As a Nellsar employee you could earn up to £1,000 for referring a friend or family member to join the team! There’s no limit to how many friends can be nominated or how much cash can be earned! A job with Nellsar can be so rewarding – helping fulfil our residents’ lives with friends at your side.
Work for Nellsar and earn extra cash with our Refer a Friend bonus scheme
As a Nellsar employee you could earn up to £1,000 for referring a friend or family member to join the team! There’s no limit to how many friends can be nominated or how much cash can be earned! A job with Nellsar can be so rewarding – helping fulfil our residents’ lives with friends at your side.
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