The Grange
The Grange is a residential care home in Ashford, Kent (TN24 9EX). It holds a CQC rating of Good.
About The Grange
We are a residential care home in Ashford, caring for older people including those living with dementia and those with physical disabilities. We aim to run the place as a household rather than an institution. People get up when they wake, eat what they like, keep their own furniture and photographs around them, and see visitors without having to arrange it in advance. Small freedoms of that sort are easy to lose in a care home and hard to win back, so we protect them deliberately. Support here covers personal care, medicines, mobility and help with the practical parts of the day, given in a way that leaves as much independence intact as possible. For people living with dementia, we concentrate on familiarity, unhurried routines and staff who know each person's history well enough to make sense of what they are trying to say. We take agitation as a sign that something is wrong rather than as a behaviour to manage. Respite stays are available for people who need support after a spell in hospital or whose family carer needs a break. We plan them properly rather than treating them as filling a gap. Our most recent overall rating from the Care Quality Commission is good. If you are considering a move for yourself or a relative, please come and look round. We would rather you saw an ordinary day here, with all its noise and activity, than a carefully staged visit.
Care provided at The Grange
- Older person care
- Dementia care
- Physical disability support
- Respite care
- Last CQC inspection: 17 September 2022
Read the full inspection report on the CQC website.
How The Grange compares in Ashford
Measured against the 20 care homes for older people registered in Ashford. The dark dot is this home.
- Size
- 29 places. Smaller than 15 of the 20 homes. The local average is 48 places.
- CQC rating
- Good. 18 of the 20 homes (90%) are rated Good or Outstanding. Across Kent the figure is 68%.
- Latest report
- 17 September 2022. 6 of the 20 homes have published a newer inspection report since.
- Registered
- January 2024. One of the newer homes in the area. Only 2 of the 20 have registered more recently.
- Care offered
- Dementia care. Of the 20 homes, 12 offer dementia care.
- Food hygiene
- 5 out of 5. The top rating, shared by 17 of the 17 homes that have one.
Powered by Orrery Intelligence. Data: CQC register and Food Standards Agency ratings. Counts cover registered care homes for older people 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.
Powered by Orrery Intelligence. Market model built 22 October 2026 (ONS 2022 based population projections, dementia estimates, CQC register), published care home prices, council planning records.
Good to know about The Grange
Facts from public registers, and what is close by.
- Registered with CQC
- 26 January 2024, so 2 years.
- Food hygiene rating
- 5 out of 5. Very good. Last inspected by the local council on 21 July 2025.
- Run by
- Willow Care Homes Ltd, which runs this service only.
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 The Grange
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, 2 miles away
It is about 2 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
- New Hayesbank Surgery, 1 mile away
- Sydenham House Medical Centre, 1.6 miles away
- Wye Surgery, 2 miles away
Nearest dentists
- Chopra Dental Ltd, 0.4 miles away (NHS.uk details)
- Easy Smile (Eureka Place), 1.1 miles away (NHS.uk details)
- Trinity House, 1.1 miles away (NHS.uk details)
Nearest pharmacies
- Courts Pharmacy, 1 mile away
- Delmergate (Ashford) Limited, 1.1 miles away
- Boots, 1.6 miles away
Nearest railway stations
- Ashford International Station, 1.8 miles away
- Wye Station, 1.9 miles away
- Charing (Kent) Station, 5.4 miles away
Around The Grange
- H: The Grange
- 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 The Grange
Where is The Grange located?
The Grange is a residential care home in Ashford, Kent, TN24 9EX. You can view its exact location and get directions from the map on this page.
What type of care does The Grange provide?
The Grange is registered to provide residential personal care, with support that includes Older person care, Dementia care, Physical disability support, Respite care. The full list of services is shown on this page.
What is The Grange's CQC rating?
The Grange is registered with and inspected by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). Its most recent overall rating is Good following its last inspection on 17 September 2022. You can read the full CQC report from the link on this page.
Does The Grange provide dementia care?
Yes. The Grange supports people living with dementia. We recommend contacting the home directly to discuss your individual situation.
Does The Grange offer respite or short-term care?
Yes. The Grange offers respite and short-term care. Availability changes regularly, so it is best to enquire directly.
Questions families ask about The Grange
Can Mum or Dad stay here if their dementia gets worse?
Yes. The Grange is registered for dementia care, so someone whose needs increase can usually stay rather than move.
Is there a nurse on site if health needs change?
No. The Grange 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. The Grange 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?
No. The Grange is registered for older people. Younger adults are not listed.
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
The Grange 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
- Dementia care: £1,200 to £1,550 per week per person, typical range
Indicative figures for the South East, not a quote from The Grange. Actual fees depend on the room, the level of care and how it is funded.
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