The Goodwins
The Goodwins is a residential care home in Deal, Kent (CT14 9JR). It holds a CQC rating of Outstanding.
About The Goodwins
The Goodwins is a residential care home in Deal. We support adults with a learning disability and autistic adults, and we run the house as a home rather than a unit. People living here have their own rooms, their own belongings and a genuine say in how the household works. We take time to learn how each person communicates and what matters to them, because support that is not built on that is really only supervision. From there we look at what somebody wants from their week, whether that is work, seeing family and friends, getting out locally, or simply having a place that feels properly theirs. Some people want plenty going on and others prefer a quieter household with support close at hand, and both are treated as sensible choices. We also offer respite stays, which give families a break and give the person staying a change of company with support they can trust. Our most recent overall rating from the Care Quality Commission was outstanding. We are proud of that and careful about it too, because a rating like that only means something if it still describes the house in a year. So we keep checking our own work and listening to the people who live here. If you are looking for a home or a short stay for someone you care about, please get in touch and come and see us.
Care provided at The Goodwins
- Learning disability and autism support
- Respite care
- Last CQC inspection: 1 February 2019
Read the full inspection report on the CQC website.
How The Goodwins compares in Dover
Measured against the 58 care homes registered in Dover. The dark dot is this home.
- Size
- 8 places. Smaller than 43 of the 58 homes. The local average is 22 places.
- CQC rating
- Outstanding. 41 of the 58 homes (71%) are rated Good or Outstanding. Across Kent the figure is 73%.
- Latest report
- 1 February 2019. 50 of the 58 homes have published a newer inspection report since.
- Registered
- November 2010. One of the longer established homes. 55 of the 58 registered more recently.
Powered by Orrery Intelligence. Data: CQC register and Food Standards Agency ratings. Counts cover registered care homes in Dover.
The local picture: Dover
What the numbers say about care for older people in Dover, 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: 15,300. Rising to 18,000 by 2035, up 18%
- People aged 85 and over: 3,800. Rising to 5,800 by 2035, up 53%
- Living with dementia, aged 65 and over (estimate): 2,000. Rising to 2,500 by 2035, up 27%
- Dementia diagnosis rate: 59%. The NHS ambition is 67%. Kent as a whole is 62%.
- Care home beds per 1,000 people aged 75+: 75. Kent average is 77.
- Care homes, last 12 months: 0 opened, 1 closed. 1 changed owner, covering 21 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 The Goodwins
Facts from public registers, and what is close by.
- Registered with CQC
- 25 November 2010, so 15 years.
- Run by
- Caretech Community Services (No.2) Limited, which runs 24 adult social care services in England. 22 of the 24 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 The Goodwins
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
- Queen Elizabeth the Queen Mother Hospital, Margate, 11.8 miles away
It is about 11.8 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
- St Richards Road Surgery, 0.5 miles away
- Balmoral Surgery, 0.8 miles away
- The Cedars Surgery, 1.1 miles away
Nearest dentists
- Pennypot Dental Practice, 0.4 miles away (NHS.uk details)
- Victoria Road Dental Care, 1.2 miles away (NHS.uk details)
- Bute House Dental Practice, 1.2 miles away (NHS.uk details)
Nearest pharmacies
- Walmer Pharmacy, 0.5 miles away
- Paydens Pharmacy, 0.5 miles away
- Paydens Pharmacy, 0.8 miles away
Nearest railway stations
- Walmer Station, 0.3 miles away
- Deal Station, 1.3 miles away
- Martin Mill Station, 3 miles away
Around The Goodwins
- H: The Goodwins
- 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 Goodwins
Where is The Goodwins located?
The Goodwins is a residential care home in Deal, Kent, CT14 9JR. You can view its exact location and get directions from the map on this page.
What type of care does The Goodwins provide?
The Goodwins 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 The Goodwins's CQC rating?
The Goodwins is registered with and inspected by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). Its most recent overall rating is Outstanding following its last inspection on 1 February 2019. You can read the full CQC report from the link on this page.
Does The Goodwins offer respite or short-term care?
Yes. The Goodwins offers respite and short-term care. Availability changes regularly, so it is best to enquire directly.
Questions families ask about The Goodwins
Can Mum or Dad stay here if their dementia gets worse?
No. The Goodwins 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. The Goodwins 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 Goodwins 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
The Goodwins 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 The Goodwins. Actual fees depend on the room, the level of care and how it is funded.
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