Grimston House Care Home
Grimston House Care Home is a residential care home in Folkestone, Kent (CT20 2PU). It holds a CQC rating of Good.
About Grimston House Care Home
Grimston House Care Home is in Folkestone, and we provide residential care for older people, along with respite stays for those who need a shorter period of support. We keep things fairly simple. People come to us because managing at home has become hard work, and what they want back is some ease. Meals they do not have to plan or cook. Help on hand when getting washed or dressed has become a struggle. Someone to notice if they are off colour. Company if they want it and peace if they do not. Residents here keep running their own lives as far as they are able. They decide how their rooms are arranged, what time they go to bed, whether they want to join in with what is happening downstairs. We encourage people to bring their own furniture and pictures, because a room that looks like yours feels different from a room that looks like everybody else's. Being in Folkestone means the coast is close by, and trips out are part of normal life here rather than a special occasion. Family and friends are welcome at sensible hours and are not treated as visitors to be managed. Respite care suits people recovering from illness or a spell in hospital, and gives family carers a proper rest. Our most recent overall rating from the Care Quality Commission is good. The best way to judge a care home is to turn up and look at it, so please do come and see us.
Care provided at Grimston House Care Home
- Older person care
- Respite care
- Last CQC inspection: 26 July 2019
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 Grimston House Care Home. Report published 26 July 2019.
- 17 June 2019
- 21 places, 17 people were using the service at the time
Safe
People told inspectors they felt safe. Staff had been trained to recognise and raise safeguarding concerns. Medicines were managed safely, risk assessments were up to date, and there were enough staff on duty.
Effective
People's needs were assessed before they started using the service. Staff were trained and received regular supervision and appraisal. People were referred to health care professionals when they were unwell or needed extra support.
Caring
Inspectors found that staff treated people with dignity and respect. Staff helped people to keep their independence by encouraging them to care for themselves where possible. People were supported to express their views and make decisions about their care.
Responsive
Care plans gave staff guidance so that care was delivered as people wanted. People's end of life wishes were recorded. People knew how to complain, and suggestions made at meetings and in surveys had been acted upon.
Well-led
Inspectors found that the service continued to be well led. Effective quality audits continued to be in place. Continuous improvement and learning were embedded in the service.
What people told the inspectors
People told inspectors they felt safe and received a good service. People said they received their medicines when they needed them and enjoyed the food.
I am very happy living here, I have recommended the home A person living at the home
Since the last inspection
Rated Good in July 2019, 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 July 2019: Routine inspection, rated Good. This inspection gave the current rating.
- 26 October 2016: Routine inspection, rated Good
- 19 August 2014: Routine inspection
- 12 April 2014: Inspection looking at part of the service
- 18 December 2013: Routine inspection
- 21 March 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 Grimston House Care Home 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
- 21 places. Smaller than 29 of the 46 homes. The local average is 30 places.
- CQC rating
- Good. 31 of the 46 homes (67%) are rated Good or Outstanding. Across Kent the figure is 68%.
- Latest report
- 26 July 2019. 30 of the 46 homes have published a newer inspection report since.
- Registered
- February 2011. 27 of the 46 homes 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 Grimston House Care Home
Facts from public registers, and what is close by.
- Registered with CQC
- 15 February 2011, so 15 years.
- Food hygiene rating
- 5 out of 5. Very good. Last inspected by the local council on 26 February 2026.
- Run by
- Rosemere Care Home Ltd, which runs 2 adult social care services in England. 1 of the 2 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 Grimston House Care Home
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, 0.3 miles away
- Manor Clinic, 0.4 miles away
- Guildhall Street Surgery, 0.6 miles away
Nearest dentists
- Bupa Dental Care Folkestone, 0.6 miles away (NHS.uk details)
- Leas Dental Studio, 0.6 miles away (NHS.uk details)
- Portman Smile Clinic Folkestone, 0.7 miles away (NHS.uk details)
Nearest pharmacies
- Folkestone Pharmacy, 0.3 miles away
- Central Pharmacy, 0.4 miles away
- Guildhall Pharmacy, 0.6 miles away
Nearest railway stations
- Folkestone Central Station, 0.4 miles away
- Folkestone West Station, 0.6 miles away
- Sandling Station, 4.3 miles away
Around Grimston House Care Home
- H: Grimston House Care Home
- 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 Grimston House Care Home
Where is Grimston House Care Home located?
Grimston House Care Home is a residential care home in Folkestone, Kent, CT20 2PU. You can view its exact location and get directions from the map on this page.
What type of care does Grimston House Care Home provide?
Grimston House Care Home is registered to provide residential personal care, with support that includes Older person care, Respite care. The full list of services is shown on this page.
What is Grimston House Care Home's CQC rating?
Grimston House Care Home is registered with and inspected by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). Its most recent overall rating is Good following its last inspection on 26 July 2019. You can read the full CQC report from the link on this page.
Does Grimston House Care Home offer respite or short-term care?
Yes. Grimston House Care Home offers respite and short-term care. Availability changes regularly, so it is best to enquire directly.
Questions families ask about Grimston House Care Home
Can Mum or Dad stay here if their dementia gets worse?
No. Grimston House Care Home 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. Grimston House Care Home 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. Grimston House Care Home 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. Grimston House Care Home 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
Grimston House Care Home 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 Grimston House Care Home. Actual fees depend on the room, the level of care and how it is funded.
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