Dining

At Hazelwood Care Home residents will find a tantalising and diverse menu on offer every day. Where possible, we use local suppliers and our onsite chef and kitchen staff take into account food preferences and dietary needs providing a full menu choice for breakfast, lunch and tea.

We understand the importance a nutritious meal has on the overall impact on our health and well-being. Residents and their families can feel rest assured that our wonderful in-house Chef creates healthy meals that will be enjoyed by all.

Dining That’s Made for You

At Hazelwood Care Home, mealtimes are shaped around our residents. With a four-week rolling menu and daily specials, there’s always something to look forward to. From traditional Sunday roasts with changing meats to classic Fish & Chip Fridays. Every meal is freshly prepared and full of flavour.

Our chefs regularly serve meals themselves, building strong relationships with residents, listening to feedback, and tweaking dishes based on individual tastes. There’s also a daily comments book so everyone has a voice at the table. Dining at Hazelwood is flexible and resident-led. Whether it’s porridge for breakfast, an afternoon tea in the garden, or a bespoke request for something special, we make sure each person eats what they love, where they feel most comfortable.

Catering For All Dietary Requirements

We’re proud to cater for all dietary needs, including vegetarian, vegan, pescatarian, fortified meals and soft or texture-modified diets. Our kitchen team ensures each dish is both nutritious and enjoyable, no matter the requirement.

For residents living with dementia or swallowing difficulties, we offer plate guards, adapted crockery, and beautifully presented meals with separate textures. Hydration is also a top priority, with water and juice stations available on each floor throughout the day.

We believe that creating a dining space that promotes a calming atmosphere is an important part of establishing the perfect dining experience for our residents living with dementia. Whether eating in the dining room, a bedroom or outside by our peaceful fish pond, comfort always comes first.

Celebrations & Sweet Treats

Special occasions are always marked with food. Our private dining room is perfect for birthdays, anniversaries or family get-togethers, seating up to 15 people and fully catered by our team. Afternoon teas and buffets are also available on request.

Freshly baked cakes are a daily delight at Hazelwood. You’ll find a different cake each day – some shared from our reception coffee area, others brought around to residents after lunch, alongside fruit bowls, ice cream, and other tasty snacks.

Our themed events, like Valentine’s Day with couples’ dining, help create treasured memories through food. And when it’s a resident’s birthday, a homemade celebration cake is always on the menu.

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What You’ll Find at Hazelwood

The services, environment, and lifestyle provided at Hazelwood Care Home have been thoughtfully created to ensure our residents’ wellbeing, fostering comfort, contentment, and a strong sense of belonging. We passionately believe in empowering our residents to live life their way, and we go to great lengths to assist them in achieving this.

Family Celebrations

Seasonal Menu Choices

Multiple Dining Areas

Afternoon Teas

Dining FAQs

Our all inclusive costs mean residents do not need to worry about paying for meals on an individual basis. We aim to make life as simple and enjoyable as possible at Hazelwood Care Home, which is why everything is included in your weekly cost and there are no hidden fees.

Our talented in-house chef and kitchen staff work hard to provide nutritional, high-quality meals possible for our residents. Following the seasons, we present residents with a regularly changing menu using the finest and locally sourced ingredients. We invite our residents to share their favourite dishes with us so that we can include them in our menu.

Yes. Everyone in the house has the freedom to eat their meals wherever they wish. Residents can opt to eat in the communal dining areas or discreetly in their bedrooms. Residents are welcome to host family gatherings in our private dining area or outside in the garden when the weather permits.

Yes. We are happy to cater for a celebratory meal or a birthday cake, at a resident’s or family member’s request. A family meal can be served in our private dining area or garden if residents plan on celebrating an occasion with loved ones.

Unrivalled Care Each & Every Day

We are proud to deliver many different types of care and support a variety of health conditions at our care home in Kent. We provide a warm and secure environment for older people to experience the benefits of group living. We take great amounts of pride in always respecting both the privacy and choices of our residents while also supporting their total freedom to live their lives.

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