Thorndene
Thorndene is a residential care home in Dover, Kent (CT15 7HZ).
About Thorndene
Thorndene is a residential care home in Dover supporting older people, adults with a learning disability, autistic adults and people with physical disabilities. Many of the people here are younger adults, and we offer respite stays alongside permanent places. A home with that sort of mix only works if the support is genuinely built around each person, and that is how we plan it. Two people with the same label can want entirely different things from a week, so we ask rather than assume, and we review arrangements as people change. We take independence seriously rather than simply mentioning it. Where somebody can do a thing with a little help, that is better than having it done for them, even when it takes three times as long. Where somebody wants a settled and predictable life with reliable support around it, that is an equally good outcome. For autistic people in particular, we treat the environment as part of the care. Noise, lighting, changes of staff and unexpected visitors can shape a whole week. Respite stays give a family carer a planned break, or let somebody try a period away from home with support properly in place. If you would like to visit and see how the home works on an ordinary day, please get in touch and we will arrange it.
Care provided at Thorndene
- Older person care
- Learning disability and autism support
- Physical disability support
- Younger adults care
- Respite care
- Last CQC inspection: 29 September 2024
Read the full inspection report on the CQC website.
How Thorndene compares in Folkestone and Hythe
Measured against the 46 care homes for older people registered in Folkestone and Hythe. The dark dot is this home.
- Size
- 17 places. Smaller than 32 of the 46 homes. The local average is 30 places.
- CQC rating
- Not yet rated. 31 of the 46 homes (67%) are rated Good or Outstanding.
- Registered
- November 2010. One of the longer established homes. 39 of the 46 registered more recently.
- Food hygiene
- 5 out of 5. The top rating, shared by 31 of the 34 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 Folkestone and Hythe.
The local picture: Folkestone and Hythe
What the numbers say about care for older people in Folkestone and Hythe, 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: 15,700. Rising to 18,000 by 2035, up 15%
- People aged 85 and over: 4,000. Rising to 6,200 by 2035, up 57%
- 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+: 88. Kent average is 77.
- Care homes, last 12 months: 1 opened, 0 closed
- 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 Thorndene
Facts from public registers, and what is close by.
- Registered with CQC
- 25 November 2010, so 15 years.
- Food hygiene rating
- 5 out of 5. Very good. Last inspected by the local council on 21 October 2024.
- Run by
- Thorndene Limited, 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 Thorndene
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, 10.7 miles away
It is about 10.7 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
- Hawkinge and Elham Surgery, 2.5 miles away
- New Lyminge Surgery, 3.3 miles away
- Church Road Surgery, 3.3 miles away
Nearest dentists
- Pennypot Dental Practice, 1.5 miles away (NHS.uk details)
- Blackbull Road Dental Surgery, 3.6 miles away (NHS.uk details)
- Cheriton Dental Practice, 3.6 miles away (NHS.uk details)
Nearest pharmacies
- Paydens Pharmacy, 1.6 miles away
- Vision Pharmacy, 1.9 miles away
- Lyminge Pharmacy, 3.2 miles away
Nearest railway stations
- Folkestone West Station, 3.8 miles away
- Folkestone Central Station, 3.9 miles away
- Shepherds Well Station, 4.5 miles away
Around Thorndene
- H: Thorndene
- 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 Thorndene
Where is Thorndene located?
Thorndene is a residential care home in Dover, Kent, CT15 7HZ. You can view its exact location and get directions from the map on this page.
What type of care does Thorndene provide?
Thorndene is registered to provide residential personal care, with support that includes Older person care, Learning disability and autism support, Physical disability support, Younger adults care, Respite care. The full list of services is shown on this page.
Does Thorndene offer respite or short-term care?
Yes. Thorndene offers respite and short-term care. Availability changes regularly, so it is best to enquire directly.
Questions families ask about Thorndene
Can Mum or Dad stay here if their dementia gets worse?
No. Thorndene 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. Thorndene 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. Thorndene 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?
Yes. Yes. Thorndene supports younger adults as well as older people.
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
Thorndene 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 Thorndene. Actual fees depend on the room, the level of care and how it is funded.
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