Carlile Lodge
Carlile Lodge is a residential care home in Folkestone, Kent (CT20 2QE). It holds a CQC rating of Good.
About Carlile Lodge
Carlile Lodge is a residential care home in Folkestone supporting adults who have a learning disability and adults who are autistic. We are a small household rather than an institution, and the people who live here have a genuine say in how it runs. Support is agreed with each person and ranges from help with personal care and medication to practical assistance with cooking, budgeting, shopping and appointments, to simply having reliable people nearby while somebody gets on with college, work or seeing friends. We provide what is wanted and no more, because taking over is easy and unhelpful. For the autistic people we support, predictability does much of the work. We give notice before anything changes, we pay attention to noise, light and how busy the shared areas get and we learn how each person prefers to be given information. Where somebody becomes distressed, our first question is what caused it rather than how to manage it. Respite stays are available alongside permanent places. Our most recent overall rating from the Care Quality Commission is good. Families across Kent are welcome to visit. Please contact us.
Care provided at Carlile Lodge
- Learning disability and autism support
- Respite care
- Last CQC inspection: 26 June 2018
Read the full inspection report on the CQC website.
What the inspectors found
A plain English summary of the Care Quality Commission inspection behind the current rating of Carlile Lodge. Report published 26 June 2018.
- 26 February 2018
- 10 places, 8 people were using the service at the time
Safe
Inspectors found that people were supported to recognise when they were vulnerable and how to keep themselves safe. People were involved in spotting risks and planning with staff how to reduce them. Inspectors also found there were enough trained staff, and that staff were recruited safely.
Effective
Inspectors found that people worked with staff to develop their own care plans and design their own support. People were supported to understand their health conditions and to prepare their own meals. Staff worked with other professionals to understand people's support needs.
Caring
Inspectors found that staff knew people well and responded quickly to any signs of anxiety or distress. Interactions between people and staff were relaxed and included lots of humour. People were supported to respect each other.
Responsive
Inspectors found that people took part in a range of activities they enjoyed and were encouraged to try new things. People used a range of tools to express themselves, and information was given in ways they understood. Concerns and complaints were resolved in line with the provider's policy and to people's satisfaction.
Well-led
Inspectors found that staff felt well supported by the registered manager and could put forward suggestions for improvement at any time. Regular audits of the service were completed and used to drive improvement. People, relatives and professionals were encouraged to give feedback on the quality of the service.
What people told the inspectors
Feedback from people, relatives and professionals was generally positive. Any concerns raised had been addressed.
Since the last inspection
Rated Good in June 2018, the same overall rating as before (Good).
Safe is still Good; Effective is still Good; Caring is still Good; Responsive is still Good; Well-led is still Good.
- 26 June 2018: Routine inspection, rated Good. This inspection gave the current rating.
- 2 December 2015: Routine inspection, rated Good
- 9 August 2013: Routine inspection
- 4 January 2013: Routine inspection
Read the full report on the CQC website
Source: Care Quality Commission inspection report, summarised by CareAssura. Contains CQC data used under the Open Government Licence.
How Carlile Lodge compares in Folkestone and Hythe
Measured against the 77 care homes registered in Folkestone and Hythe. The dark dot is this home.
- Size
- 10 places. Smaller than 41 of the 77 homes. The local average is 21 places.
- CQC rating
- Good. 58 of the 77 homes (75%) are rated Good or Outstanding. Across Kent the figure is 73%.
- Latest report
- 26 June 2018. 60 of the 77 homes have published a newer inspection report since.
- Registered
- December 2010. 57 of the 77 homes registered more recently.
Powered by Orrery Intelligence. Data: CQC register and Food Standards Agency ratings. Counts cover registered care homes 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 Carlile Lodge
Facts from public registers, and what is close by.
- Registered with CQC
- 3 December 2010, so 15 years.
- Run by
- Counticare Limited, which runs 11 adult social care services in England. All 11 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 Carlile Lodge
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, 11.6 miles away
It is about 11.6 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
- Sandgate Road Surgery, 0.1 miles away
- Manor Clinic, 0.6 miles away
- Guildhall Street Surgery, 0.8 miles away
Nearest dentists
- Bupa Dental Care Folkestone, 0.6 miles away (NHS.uk details)
- Leas Dental Studio, 0.7 miles away (NHS.uk details)
- Portman Smile Clinic Folkestone, 0.8 miles away (NHS.uk details)
Nearest pharmacies
- Folkestone Pharmacy, 0.1 miles away
- Central Pharmacy, 0.6 miles away
- Superdrug Pharmacy, 0.7 miles away
Nearest railway stations
- Folkestone Central Station, 0.5 miles away
- Folkestone West Station, 0.6 miles away
- Sandling Station, 4.3 miles away
Around Carlile Lodge
- H: Carlile Lodge
- 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 Carlile Lodge
Where is Carlile Lodge located?
Carlile Lodge is a residential care home in Folkestone, Kent, CT20 2QE. You can view its exact location and get directions from the map on this page.
What type of care does Carlile Lodge provide?
Carlile Lodge 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 Carlile Lodge's CQC rating?
Carlile Lodge is registered with and inspected by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). Its most recent overall rating is Good following its last inspection on 26 June 2018. You can read the full CQC report from the link on this page.
Does Carlile Lodge offer respite or short-term care?
Yes. Carlile Lodge offers respite and short-term care. Availability changes regularly, so it is best to enquire directly.
Questions families ask about Carlile Lodge
Can Mum or Dad stay here if their dementia gets worse?
No. Carlile Lodge 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. Carlile Lodge 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. Carlile Lodge 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
Carlile Lodge 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 Carlile Lodge. Actual fees depend on the room, the level of care and how it is funded.
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