Rusthall Respite
Rusthall Respite is a residential care home in Tunbridge Wells, Kent (TN4 8RP). It holds a CQC rating of Good.
About Rusthall Respite
Rusthall Respite is in Tunbridge Wells, Kent, and short stays are what we are built around. We support older people, adults with a learning disability, autistic adults, younger adults, people with physical disabilities and those with a visual or hearing impairment, and we also provide longer residential care where that is what somebody needs. Respite matters for two reasons. It gives families who provide care at home a genuine break, which is not a luxury but the thing that makes carrying on possible. It also gives the person staying with us a change of scene, some company and a bit of independence away from home, and many people come to look forward to it. Because our guests often stay for short periods, we make a point of getting to know people quickly and properly. We ask families about routines, preferences, what settles somebody and what unsettles them, and we take that seriously rather than filing it away. For anyone who finds change difficult we keep things predictable, explain what is happening and give plenty of warning. Support with personal care, medication, mobility and meals is available as needed, and left alone where somebody would rather manage themselves. Our most recent overall rating from the Care Quality Commission is good. If you are looking for respite in Kent, whether as a family carer or on behalf of someone you support professionally, please get in touch and come and see us first.
Care provided at Rusthall Respite
- Older person care
- Learning disability and autism support
- Physical disability support
- Sensory impairment support
- Younger adults care
- Respite care
- Last CQC inspection: 21 July 2022
Read the full inspection report on the CQC website.
How Rusthall Respite compares in Tunbridge Wells
Measured against the 31 care homes for older people registered in Tunbridge Wells. The dark dot is this home.
- Size
- 5 places. Smaller than 29 of the 31 homes. The local average is 44 places.
- CQC rating
- Good. 24 of the 31 homes (77%) are rated Good or Outstanding. Across Kent the figure is 68%.
- Latest report
- 21 July 2022. 8 of the 31 homes have published a newer inspection report since.
- Registered
- March 2020. One of the newer homes in the area. Only 7 of the 31 have registered more recently.
- Food hygiene
- 5 out of 5. The top rating, shared by 22 of the 27 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 Tunbridge Wells.
The local picture: Tunbridge Wells
What the numbers say about care for older people in Tunbridge Wells, 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: 13,300. Rising to 15,500 by 2035, up 17%
- People aged 85 and over: 4,000. Rising to 6,000 by 2035, up 52%
- Living with dementia, aged 65 and over (estimate): 1,800. Rising to 2,300 by 2035, up 28%
- Dementia diagnosis rate: 69%. The NHS ambition is 67%. Kent as a whole is 62%.
- Care home beds per 1,000 people aged 75+: 94. Kent average is 77.
- Care homes, last 12 months: 0 opened, 0 closed. 3 changed owner, covering 126 beds.
- 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 Rusthall Respite
Facts from public registers, and what is close by.
- Registered with CQC
- 31 March 2020, so 6 years.
- Food hygiene rating
- 5 out of 5. Very good. Last inspected by the local council on 6 December 2021.
- Run by
- Kent County Council, which runs 14 adult social care services in England. All 14 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 Rusthall Respite
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
- Tunbridge Wells Hospital, Pembury, 3.6 miles away
It is about 3.6 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
- Rusthall Medical Practice, 0.2 miles away
- The Wells Medical Practice, 1.4 miles away
- Lonsdale Medical Centre, 1.5 miles away
Nearest dentists
- Rusthall Dental Surgery, 0.1 miles away (NHS.uk details)
- Lower Green Caring Dentistry, 0.4 miles away (NHS.uk details)
- Esperance Oral Health Care, 0.9 miles away (NHS.uk details)
Nearest pharmacies
- Rusthall Pharmacy, 0.1 miles away
- Imperial Pharmacy, 1.4 miles away
- Paydens, 1.4 miles away
Nearest railway stations
- Tunbridge Wells Station, 1.5 miles away
- High Brooms Station, 2.3 miles away
- Ashurst (Kent) Station, 3.3 miles away
Around Rusthall Respite
- H: Rusthall Respite
- 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 Rusthall Respite
Where is Rusthall Respite located?
Rusthall Respite is a residential care home in Tunbridge Wells, Kent, TN4 8RP. You can view its exact location and get directions from the map on this page.
What type of care does Rusthall Respite provide?
Rusthall Respite is registered to provide residential personal care, with support that includes Older person care, Learning disability and autism support, Physical disability support, Sensory impairment support, Younger adults care, Respite care. The full list of services is shown on this page.
What is Rusthall Respite's CQC rating?
Rusthall Respite is registered with and inspected by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). Its most recent overall rating is Good following its last inspection on 21 July 2022. You can read the full CQC report from the link on this page.
Does Rusthall Respite offer respite or short-term care?
Yes. Rusthall Respite offers respite and short-term care. Availability changes regularly, so it is best to enquire directly.
Questions families ask about Rusthall Respite
Can Mum or Dad stay here if their dementia gets worse?
No. Rusthall Respite 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. Rusthall Respite 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. Rusthall Respite 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. Rusthall Respite 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
Rusthall Respite 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 Rusthall Respite. Actual fees depend on the room, the level of care and how it is funded.
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