Bridge House
Bridge House is a residential care home in Sittingbourne, Kent (ME10 2TA). It holds a CQC rating of Good.
About Bridge House
Bridge House is a residential care home in Sittingbourne, Kent, supporting adults with a learning disability and adults who are autistic. We work with younger adults and we can offer respite stays as well as permanent places. Support here is planned around individuals rather than around a house routine. We take the time to learn how each person communicates, what they enjoy, what unsettles them and how they like things done. The week belongs to the person, whether that means work, college, volunteering, regular time with family or a settled routine that nobody interferes with. People choose their own food, keep their own belongings and habits, and have a genuine say in how the house is run. Where somebody wants to take on more for themselves, whether that is cooking, using public transport or managing their own money, we support it patiently and expect it to take as long as it takes. When a person becomes distressed, we treat it as information rather than as behaviour to be controlled. There is nearly always a reason, and knowing somebody well is what allows us to find it. Our most recent overall rating from the Care Quality Commission is good. If you would like to visit, or to talk about a permanent place or a respite stay, please get in touch and we will arrange a time.
Care provided at Bridge House
- Learning disability and autism support
- Younger adults care
- Respite care
- Last CQC inspection: 23 May 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 Bridge House. Report published 23 May 2018.
- 11 April 2018
Safe
Inspectors found that people continued to feel safe. Staff understood how to protect people from harm, and risks were assessed and checked regularly. Medicines were managed safely, staffing levels met people's needs, and the home was clean.
Effective
Inspectors found that people's needs and choices were assessed, and care followed up to date guidance. People were supported to eat a healthy diet and had access to healthcare services. Staff had the right skills, knowledge and experience.
Caring
Inspectors found that people had positive relationships with staff. The atmosphere in the home was friendly, calm and relaxed. People were treated with dignity and respect, and their privacy was kept. They were encouraged to make decisions about their care.
Responsive
Inspectors found that staff knew people's likes, dislikes and preferences well. Staff supported people to take part in activities they were interested in. There were policies and systems to make sure people were listened to and treated fairly if they complained.
Well-led
Inspectors found that the home had a registered manager. The organisation's visions and values centred on the people it supported. Checks were carried out to find any shortfalls and to see how the service could improve. There were systems to monitor incidents and accidents and to learn lessons when things went wrong.
Since the last inspection
Rated Good in May 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.
- 11 April 2018: Routine inspection
- 11 December 2015: Routine inspection
- 28 January 2014: Routine inspection
- 10 January 2013: Routine inspection
- Date not held: Our visit we met and talked with the four people living in
- 10 October 2011: 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 Bridge House compares in Swale
Measured against the 44 care homes registered in Swale. The dark dot is this home.
- Size
- 5 places. Smaller than 30 of the 44 homes. The local average is 23 places.
- CQC rating
- Good. 34 of the 44 homes (77%) are rated Good or Outstanding. Across Kent the figure is 73%.
- Latest report
- 23 May 2018. 36 of the 44 homes have published a newer inspection report since.
- Registered
- November 2010. One of the longer established homes. 39 of the 44 registered more recently.
- Food hygiene
- 5 out of 5. The top rating, shared by 31 of the 35 homes that have one.
Powered by Orrery Intelligence. Data: CQC register and Food Standards Agency ratings. Counts cover registered care homes in Swale.
The local picture: Swale
What the numbers say about care for older people in Swale, 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: 15,500. Rising to 17,400 by 2035, up 12%
- People aged 85 and over: 3,700. Rising to 5,600 by 2035, up 51%
- Living with dementia, aged 65 and over (estimate): 2,000. Rising to 2,400 by 2035, up 24%
- Dementia diagnosis rate: 57%. The NHS ambition is 67%. Kent as a whole is 62%.
- Care home beds per 1,000 people aged 75+: 58. Kent average is 77.
- Care homes, last 12 months: 0 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 Bridge House
Facts from public registers, and what is close by.
- Registered with CQC
- 30 November 2010, so 15 years.
- Food hygiene rating
- 5 out of 5. Very good. Last inspected by the local council on 16 March 2023.
- Run by
- Cartref Homes UK Limited, which runs 4 adult social care services in England. All 4 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 Bridge House
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
- Medway Maritime Hospital, Gillingham, 8.4 miles away
It is about 8.4 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
- Grovehurst Health, 0.1 miles away
- Green Porch Medical Partnership, 0.7 miles away
- The Meads Medical Practice, 1.2 miles away
Nearest dentists
- Milton Regis Dental Clinic, 1.1 miles away (NHS.uk details)
- The London Road Dental Practice, 1.6 miles away (NHS.uk details)
- Chopra Dental Ltd, 1.6 miles away (NHS.uk details)
Nearest pharmacies
- Kemsley Pharmacy, 0.1 miles away
- Austinoma Chemist, 0.7 miles away
- Asda Pharmacy, 0.9 miles away
Nearest railway stations
- Kemsley Station, 0.2 miles away
- Sittingbourne Station, 1.6 miles away
- Swale Station, 1.8 miles away
Around Bridge House
- H: Bridge House
- 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 Bridge House
Where is Bridge House located?
Bridge House is a residential care home in Sittingbourne, Kent, ME10 2TA. You can view its exact location and get directions from the map on this page.
What type of care does Bridge House provide?
Bridge House is registered to provide residential personal care, with support that includes Learning disability and autism support, Younger adults care, Respite care. The full list of services is shown on this page.
What is Bridge House's CQC rating?
Bridge House is registered with and inspected by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). Its most recent overall rating is Good following its last inspection on 23 May 2018. You can read the full CQC report from the link on this page.
Does Bridge House offer respite or short-term care?
Yes. Bridge House offers respite and short-term care. Availability changes regularly, so it is best to enquire directly.
Questions families ask about Bridge House
Can Mum or Dad stay here if their dementia gets worse?
No. Bridge House 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. Bridge House 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. Bridge House 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. Bridge House 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
Bridge House 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 Bridge House. Actual fees depend on the room, the level of care and how it is funded.
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