Care Centre
Care Centre is a residential care home in Ramsgate, Kent (CT11 7NP). It holds a CQC rating of Good.
About Care Centre
Ramsgate Care Centre is a residential care home in Ramsgate, Kent. We support older adults and younger adults, and we offer respite stays alongside permanent places. Our starting point is that this is where people live, so it should run to suit them rather than the other way about. Everyone here has their own room and their own belongings, gets up and turns in at the hours that suit them, has a real say in the food, and chooses how much of the day to spend in company. Help with washing, dressing, medication, meals and appointments is offered without fuss, and stops where it is no longer wanted. What we are really trying to protect is somebody's sense of still running their own life. In practice that means asking rather than assuming, explaining rather than announcing, and being straight with families about how a person is doing, including on the weeks when the answer is not what anybody hoped. Being on the Kent coast is part of it. People get out, keep up with those they have always known, and hold on to the interests they arrive with. Our most recent overall rating from the Care Quality Commission is good. You are welcome to visit, meet people here, and ask us whatever you want to ask.
Care provided at Care Centre
- Older person care
- Younger adults care
- Respite care
- Last CQC inspection: 23 October 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 Ramsgate Care Centre. Report published 23 October 2019.
- 16 September 2019
- 42 places, 42 people were using the service at the time
Safe
Inspectors found that people felt safe and at home. People were protected from the risks of harm and abuse. Concerns raised by people or staff were listened to and acted on. Risks to people had been assessed, medicines were managed safely and people were protected from the risk of infection. There were enough staff each day, and staff were recruited safely.
Effective
Inspectors found that staff had the skills they needed and were supported by the management team. Staff supported people to stay healthy and offered a balanced diet that met their needs. People were supported to have as much choice and control as possible, and staff supported them in the least restrictive way possible.
Caring
Inspectors found that people were treated with dignity and respect. Staff understood and respected people's lifestyle and equality needs and choices. People had privacy and were supported to stay independent.
Responsive
Inspectors found that people had planned their care with staff. People were supported to take part in a range of activities. People had been offered the chance to share their end of life preferences.
Well-led
Inspectors found that the provider and registered manager had oversight of the service and completed regular checks on the quality of care. People and staff were asked for their views, and these were listened to and acted on. Records of people's care were accurate and complete. The registered manager understood their legal responsibilities and shared information with CQC and others when needed.
Since the last inspection
Rated Good in October 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.
- 28 November 2020: Inspection looking at part of the service
- 23 October 2019: Routine inspection, rated Good. This inspection gave the current rating.
- 23 January 2019: Inspection looking at part of the service, rated Good
- 30 August 2018: Routine inspection, rated Requires improvement
- 28 December 2017: Routine inspection, rated Requires improvement
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 Ramsgate Care Centre compares in Thanet
Measured against the 42 care homes for older people registered in Thanet. The dark dot is this home.
- Size
- 50 places. Larger than 30 of the 42 homes. The local average is 37 places.
- CQC rating
- Good. 28 of the 42 homes (67%) are rated Good or Outstanding. Across Kent the figure is 68%.
- Latest report
- 23 October 2019. 30 of the 42 homes have published a newer inspection report since.
- Registered
- October 2016. 16 of the 42 homes registered more recently.
- Food hygiene
- 3 out of 5. The same rating as 2 of the 39 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 Thanet.
The local picture: Thanet
What the numbers say about care for older people in Thanet, 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: 18,100. Rising to 20,300 by 2035, up 12%
- People aged 85 and over: 4,400. Rising to 6,600 by 2035, up 48%
- Living with dementia, aged 65 and over (estimate): 2,300. Rising to 2,800 by 2035, up 22%
- Dementia diagnosis rate: 58%. The NHS ambition is 67%. Kent as a whole is 62%.
- Care home beds per 1,000 people aged 75+: 86. Kent average is 77.
- Care homes, last 12 months: 1 opened, 1 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 Ramsgate Care Centre
Facts from public registers, and what is close by.
- Registered with CQC
- 24 October 2016, so 10 years.
- Food hygiene rating
- 3 out of 5. Generally satisfactory. Last inspected by the local council on 12 January 2026.
- Run by
- Ramsgate Care 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 Ramsgate Care Centre
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, 3 miles away
It is about 3 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
- East Cliff Medical Practice, 0.4 miles away
- The Grange Practice, 0.4 miles away
- Summerhill Surgery, 0.8 miles away
Nearest dentists
- Ivy House Dental Practice, 0.2 miles away (NHS.uk details)
- Newington Road Dental Clinic, 0.6 miles away (NHS.uk details)
- Mydentist, 0.6 miles away (NHS.uk details)
Nearest pharmacies
- Asda Pharmacy, 0.1 miles away
- Boots, 0.3 miles away
- Ramsgate Pharmacy, 0.3 miles away
Nearest railway stations
- Ramsgate Station, 0.5 miles away
- Dumpton Park Station, 0.6 miles away
- Broadstairs Station, 1.7 miles away
Around Ramsgate Care Centre
- H: Ramsgate Care Centre
- 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 Care Centre
Where is Care Centre located?
Care Centre is a residential care home in Ramsgate, Kent, CT11 7NP. You can view its exact location and get directions from the map on this page.
What type of care does Care Centre provide?
Care Centre is registered to provide residential personal care, with support that includes Older person care, Younger adults care, Respite care. The full list of services is shown on this page.
What is Care Centre's CQC rating?
Care Centre is registered with and inspected by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). Its most recent overall rating is Good following its last inspection on 23 October 2019. You can read the full CQC report from the link on this page.
Does Care Centre offer respite or short-term care?
Yes. Care Centre offers respite and short-term care. Availability changes regularly, so it is best to enquire directly.
Questions families ask about Care Centre
Can Mum or Dad stay here if their dementia gets worse?
No. Ramsgate Care Centre 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. Ramsgate Care Centre 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. Ramsgate Care Centre 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. Ramsgate Care Centre 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
Ramsgate Care Centre 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 Ramsgate Care Centre. Actual fees depend on the room, the level of care and how it is funded.
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