CHD Living
The Summers Care Home
Residential care home in Richmond upon Thames, Surrey
Operated by CHD Living
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About
The Summers Care Home, operated by CHD Living, is a residential care facility in West Molesey that provides care for up to 35 people. The home offers residential, respite and dementia care, with a particular focus on supporting those living with dementia through a household model of care. It is registered with the Care Quality Commission and rated Good overall, with Good ratings for Effective, Caring, Responsive and Well-led care; its Safe rating is Requires Improvement.
The home is organised into four separate wings, each with its own lounge, activities space and dining facilities. Residents have access to shared amenities including a bistro, hair salon and nail bar, and each bedroom includes an ensuite wetroom. The Summers is located in Greater London, in the Richmond upon Thames area.
Care provided
Facilities
Activities
Food hygiene rating
Very good
Food Standards Agency · inspected May 2026
What's nearby
- Near a main road
Straight-line distances. Road and rail noise from government strategic noise mapping (modelled, not measured). A&E departments from the NHS website. Locations © OpenStreetMap contributors.
What’s in the area
Outdoor Spaces
- AllotmentsAdequate
- Play SpaceAdequate
- Golf CourseLimited
- Public ParkPlentiful
- Tennis CourtAmple
- Bowling GreenAdequate
- Playing FieldPlentiful
Local Amenities
- Pubs & BarsAdequate
- Restaurants & CafesAmple
- Retail ShoppingAdequate
- SupermarketsAdequate
- TakeawaysSparse
Local crime statistics
265 recorded crimes in the local area (April 2026)
Top categories:
Source: data.police.uk · within 1 mile
Fees and funding
| Care type | Weekly fee | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Residential care | from £1,295 Published by the home, captured 2026 | Published by the home, captured 2026 |
| Dementia care | Fees on request | — |
| Respite (short stay) | Fees on request | — |
- Funding accepted
- Not stated
Surrey usually pays £952 a week for residential care; families typically top up about £343 a week.
Fees depend on the room and the care needed, so ask the home for a written quote. Check who pays with the funding calculator, or see what Surrey council pays.
Care fee trajectory
| Year | This home (per week) | Council rate (per week) |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | — | £930 |
| 2025 | — | £952 |
| 2026 | £1,295 | — |
What Surrey council pays care homes, and whether it will help with fees
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Local health safety net
The Summers Care Home is backed by a local NHS health network. The nearest A&E is Kingston Hospital, 3.9 miles away. The local GP practice is VINE MEDICAL CENTRE, 0.6 miles away, rated ‘Good’ by the CQC.
Nearest services from NHS ODS + postcodes.io + CQC, by straight-line distance.
Community & connection in Richmond upon Thames
Local clubs, charities and support groups that help older residents stay active and connected.
Richmond Good Neighbours
We are a small charity,based in Richmond. Our team of volunteers support elderly or housebound residents shopping who live in the heart of the borough of Richmond visiting or driving clients to…
Age UK Hammersmith & Fulham
Relief of elderly in Hammersmith & Fulham Borough from Day Centre: Advice and information, befriending, transport to shops, outings, keep fit classes, pilates, computer room, hot lunches, mind…
Age Concern Kingston Upon Thames
Practical support to enable older people to live safely and independently in their own homes. Day services; Information and Advice; Community Team; Community Connectors (social prescribing)…
Age UK Kensington and Chelsea
To provide companionship, practical help, advice, information and support for older people within the Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea. This includes Practical Support services, Basic Foot…
Age UK Westminster
Age uk westminster is a part of a network of some 300 age concern and age uk organisations and it is an autonomous and independently funded organisation, offering direct services to older people…
Wandsworth Carers' Centre
The charity provides a range of support services to unpaid carers. This includes, information & advice, advocacy, targeted support to carers of people with mental health problems and Asian…
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How much does care at The Summers cost?
For a more accurate estimate, it's recommended to contact the home directly at 02081 545269 to discuss your individual requirements.
Part of CHD Living
The Summers Care Home is one of 16 homes run by CHD Living on AskBart. See how the group's homes are rated and where it operates.
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Information last reviewed October 2026.
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