The Foam
The Foam is a residential care home in Romney Marsh, Kent (TN29 0TD). It holds a CQC rating of Good.
About The Foam
The Foam is a residential care home on Romney Marsh supporting a broad range of adults. Some are older people, some have a learning disability or autism, and others are living with mental health needs or a physical disability. We support younger adults as well as older residents, and we offer respite stays. A home with that mix works only if the planning is genuinely individual. We want to know how someone's day should run, what they can do for themselves, what they want help with and what they would rather we left alone. Everyone here has their own room, their own belongings and a real say in how the house is run. For residents with a learning disability or autism, communication and predictability come first. We learn how each person tells us what they need, we keep routines steady and we give proper notice before anything changes. For those living with mental health needs we watch for early signs that things are shifting and work with community teams. For people living with a physical disability we look closely at equipment, seating and how the building works, since independence usually rests on practical detail. Respite guests are part of the household while they are with us. Our most recent overall rating from the Care Quality Commission was good. If you would like to visit, please get in touch and we will arrange it.
Care provided at The Foam
- Older person care
- Mental health care
- Learning disability and autism support
- Physical disability support
- Younger adults care
- Respite care
- Last CQC inspection: 28 March 2020
Read the full inspection report on the CQC website.
How The Foam 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
- 3 places. Smaller than 45 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
- 28 March 2020. 23 of the 46 homes have published a newer inspection report since.
- Registered
- February 2012. 22 of the 46 homes registered more recently.
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 The Foam
Facts from public registers, and what is close by.
- Registered with CQC
- 5 February 2012, so 14 years.
- Run by
- Parkcare Homes (No.2) Limited, which runs 88 adult social care services in England. 72 of the 84 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 Foam
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, 8.7 miles away
It is about 8.7 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
- Martello Health Centre, under 0.1 miles away
- Oak Hall Surgery, 3.7 miles away
- Church Lane Health Centre, 3.7 miles away
Nearest dentists
- Pennypot Dental Practice, 3.3 miles away (NHS.uk details)
- Oradent Dental Care Mayden, 3.5 miles away (NHS.uk details)
- Pennypot Dental Surgery, 4 miles away (NHS.uk details)
Nearest pharmacies
- Ferris Chemist, 0.1 miles away
- Allied Pharmacy New Romney, 3.6 miles away
- Well, 4.2 miles away
Nearest railway stations
- Westenhanger Station, 5.1 miles away
- Sandling Station, 5.4 miles away
- Ham Street Station, 6.8 miles away
Around The Foam
- H: The Foam
- 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 Foam
Where is The Foam located?
The Foam is a residential care home in Romney Marsh, Kent, TN29 0TD. You can view its exact location and get directions from the map on this page.
What type of care does The Foam provide?
The Foam is registered to provide residential personal care, with support that includes Older person care, Mental health care, Learning disability and autism support, Physical disability support, Younger adults care, Respite care. The full list of services is shown on this page.
What is The Foam's CQC rating?
The Foam is registered with and inspected by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). Its most recent overall rating is Good following its last inspection on 28 March 2020. You can read the full CQC report from the link on this page.
Does The Foam offer respite or short-term care?
Yes. The Foam offers respite and short-term care. Availability changes regularly, so it is best to enquire directly.
Questions families ask about The Foam
Can Mum or Dad stay here if their dementia gets worse?
No. The Foam 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 Foam 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 Foam 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. The Foam 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
The Foam 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 Foam. Actual fees depend on the room, the level of care and how it is funded.
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