Holly Cottage
Holly Cottage is a residential care home in Ashford, Kent (TN26 3RJ). It holds a CQC rating of Good.
About Holly Cottage
Holly Cottage is a residential care home in Ashford, Kent, supporting adults with learning disabilities and autism. We run this as a home rather than a placement, and that distinction shapes everything. The people who live here choose how their rooms look, what goes on the shopping list, what happens at the weekend and how much company they want. Our staff are here to make those choices workable, with support that might mean personal care, help with money and appointments, practical assistance to get out and about, or simply being nearby while somebody does something for themselves that takes a while. Autism support is worked out person by person rather than applied as a policy. We pay attention to sensory needs, to how much notice somebody wants before anything changes, and to the ways people show they are uncomfortable without using words. What we learn is recorded properly so that support does not shift with the rota, and we keep revisiting it as people change. Communication is central. Where somebody uses signs, symbols or their own particular way of making themselves understood, our staff learn it, and no decision is taken about a person without a genuine effort to involve them. Respite stays are available as well, giving families a planned break and giving the person staying some different company. Our most recent overall rating from the Care Quality Commission is good. Visitors are welcome and we are glad to show people around.
Care provided at Holly Cottage
- Learning disability and autism support
- Respite care
- Last CQC inspection: 15 September 2018
Read the full inspection report on the CQC website.
How Holly Cottage compares in Ashford
Measured against the 43 care homes registered in Ashford. The dark dot is this home.
- Size
- 5 places. Smaller than 33 of the 43 homes. The local average is 26 places.
- CQC rating
- Good. 39 of the 43 homes (91%) are rated Good or Outstanding. Across Kent the figure is 73%.
- Latest report
- 15 September 2018. 30 of the 43 homes have published a newer inspection report since.
- Registered
- December 2010. 24 of the 43 homes registered more recently.
Powered by Orrery Intelligence. Data: CQC register and Food Standards Agency ratings. Counts cover registered care homes in Ashford.
The local picture: Ashford
What the numbers say about care for older people in Ashford, in Kent.
What care costs in Kent, per week
| Type of care | What the council pays | What self-funders are typically asked |
|---|---|---|
| Residential care | £1,187 | £1,409 to £1,600 (Middle half of prices from 22 Kent homes. Median £1,500.) |
| Nursing care | £1,378 | £1,550 to £1,865 (Middle half of prices from 11 Kent homes. Median £1,605.) |
| Residential dementia care | Not published separately | £1,500 to £1,619 (Middle half of prices from 18 Kent homes. Median £1,500.) |
| Nursing dementia care | Not published separately | £1,975 to £2,226 (South East figure, because too few Kent homes publish this price. 37 homes. Median £2,050.) |
Published prices are often starting prices, and come from homes that publish fees, so treat them as a guide. Ask the home for its own price.
- People aged 75 and over: 15,000. Rising to 17,600 by 2035, up 18%
- People aged 85 and over: 3,700. Rising to 6,000 by 2035, up 61%
- Living with dementia, aged 65 and over (estimate): 1,900. Rising to 2,500 by 2035, up 30%
- Dementia diagnosis rate: 58%. The NHS ambition is 67%. Kent as a whole is 62%.
- Care home beds per 1,000 people aged 75+: 60. Kent average is 77.
- Care homes, last 12 months: 0 opened, 0 closed. 2 changed owner, covering 29 beds.
- Care home beds filled across Kent: 88%. The 12 month average is 88%.
- Who pays, across Kent (estimate): 35% council, 43% self. The rest is NHS funded or other.
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Good to know about Holly Cottage
Facts from public registers, and what is close by.
- Registered with CQC
- 30 December 2010, so 15 years.
- Run by
- Canterbury Oast Trust, which runs 9 adult social care services in England. 7 of the 9 that have a rating are rated Good or Outstanding.
Sources: CQC register, Food Standards Agency, OpenStreetMap contributors. Distances are in a straight line from the postcode, not walking or driving routes.
Local services near Holly Cottage
The closest places to this home, measured in a straight line from its postcode. They are the nearest, not necessarily the ones the home uses. Ask the home which GP, dentist and pharmacy its residents are registered with.
Nearest 24 hour A&E
- William Harvey Hospital, Ashford, 7 miles away
It is about 7 miles in a straight line from the postcode. The drive is usually longer. In an emergency call 999; the ambulance may take you elsewhere.
Nearest GP practices
- Woodchurch Surgery, 0.8 miles away
- Hamstreet Surgery, 2.9 miles away
- Kingsnorth Medical Practice, 4.3 miles away
Nearest dentists
- Hamstreet Dental Clinic, 2.7 miles away (NHS.uk details)
- Easy Smile (the Cellars), 4.6 miles away (NHS.uk details)
- Woodbury Dental and Laser Clinic, 4.9 miles away (NHS.uk details)
Nearest pharmacies
- Boots, 4.6 miles away
- Tesco Instore Pharmacy, 4.6 miles away
- Paydens Pharmacy, 4.7 miles away
Nearest railway stations
- Ham Street Station, 2.6 miles away
- Appledore (Kent) Station, 3 miles away
- Ashford International Station, 6 miles away
Around Holly Cottage
- H: Holly Cottage
- A: 24 hour A&E
- G: GP practice
- D: Dentist
- P: Pharmacy
- S: Railway station
Straight line distances, not routes. Places very close to the home are spread out slightly so they can be told apart.
Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Practice and pharmacy details from the NHS England Organisation Data Service. A&E sites from NHS England A&E data and the Organisation Data Service. Railway stations from the Department for Transport NaPTAN dataset. Distances are straight line and approximate.
Common questions about Holly Cottage
Where is Holly Cottage located?
Holly Cottage is a residential care home in Ashford, Kent, TN26 3RJ. You can view its exact location and get directions from the map on this page.
What type of care does Holly Cottage provide?
Holly Cottage is registered to provide residential personal care, with support that includes Learning disability and autism support, Respite care. The full list of services is shown on this page.
What is Holly Cottage's CQC rating?
Holly Cottage is registered with and inspected by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). Its most recent overall rating is Good following its last inspection on 15 September 2018. You can read the full CQC report from the link on this page.
Does Holly Cottage offer respite or short-term care?
Yes. Holly Cottage offers respite and short-term care. Availability changes regularly, so it is best to enquire directly.
Questions families ask about Holly Cottage
Can Mum or Dad stay here if their dementia gets worse?
No. Holly Cottage is not listed for dementia care on the CQC register. If dementia is likely, choose a home that is, so a second move is not needed later.
Is there a nurse on site if health needs change?
No. Holly Cottage is a residential care home without on-site nursing. District nurses and GPs visit, but someone who needs daily nursing may have to move to a nursing home.
Can they try a short stay before deciding?
Yes. Yes. Holly Cottage offers respite and short stays, which is a good way to see whether the home is the right fit.
Will they support end of life care, so there is no move at the hardest time?
Ask the home. End of life care is not listed on the register. Ask the manager whether residents can remain in the home with hospice or district nurse support.
Can she bring her cat or dog?
Ask the home. The home has not told us its pet policy yet. Ask directly; some homes allow small pets in residents' rooms or welcome visiting dogs.
Can a couple stay together?
Ask the home. We do not know whether the home has rooms for couples. Ask about shared or adjoining rooms if this matters.
Will the council help pay, or is it self funded only?
Ask the home. The home has not told us which funding it accepts. Most homes take both council funded and self funded residents; ask about council rates and any top up.
Do they take younger adults as well as older people?
Ask the home. The register does not say which age groups the home supports. Ask the home.
Can I visit before deciding, and are there visiting hours?
Ask the home. Every home should welcome a visit. Call to arrange one, ideally at a mealtime or during an activity, and ask about visiting hours for family.
Typical weekly fees in the South East
Holly Cottage has not published its fees yet. These are typical weekly fees for the South East, so you know roughly what to expect before you call.
- Residential care: £1,100 to £1,450 per week per person, typical range
Indicative figures for the South East, not a quote from Holly Cottage. Actual fees depend on the room, the level of care and how it is funded.
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