Bluebird Care Canterbury, Thanet, Folkestone
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- Older Person Care
- Dementia Care
- Learning Disability / Autism
- Mental Health
- Physical Disability
- Visual / Hearing Impairment
- Younger Adults
- Eating Disorders
- Alcohol / Drug Misuse
- CQC: Good
- Home Care Agency
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- Coverage Radius: 10 mi
- Last CQC Inspection: 2019
About Us
We at Bluebird Care Canterbury, Thanet, Folkestone and Dover are proud to provide trusted home care across Dover and the wider Kent coast, supporting people to live well and independently in the place they love most: their own home.
Operating across the CT postcode area, our team covers a broad stretch of east Kent, from the historic streets of Canterbury through to the seaside communities of Thanet, Folkestone and Dover. Because our care is delivered in your own home, the environment is one you already know and cherish, surrounded by familiar belongings, treasured memories and the comforts of everyday life. Our role is to fit gently around your routines, your neighbourhood and your way of doing things, whether that means visiting daily, weekly or providing more intensive ongoing support.
Our specialisms are wide ranging, reflecting the diverse needs of the people and families we support. We provide older person care and general home care for those who simply need a helping hand with daily tasks, alongside specialist dementia care that prioritises gentle routine, patience and reassurance. We also support adults living with learning disabilities or autism, mental health conditions, physical disabilities and visual or hearing impairments, tailoring our approach to each individual. Younger adults are equally welcome, and we have experience supporting people navigating eating disorders as well as those affected by alcohol or drug misuse. In practice, this means families can feel confident that whatever stage of life or set of circumstances a loved one is facing, our carers bring the right blend of skill, sensitivity and respect.
Day to day, this might look like help with washing, dressing and medication, support with meals and mobility, companionship through a quiet afternoon, or more complex care planned around clinical needs. For families, it often means peace of mind: knowing that a kind, familiar face is calling in, that concerns will be noticed early, and that loved ones are encouraged to remain as independent as possible for as long as possible.
Our commitment to quality is reflected in our CQC rating of Good across every domain assessed: Safe, Effective, Caring, Responsive and Well led. This independent recognition gives families reassurance that the care we deliver is dependable, that our team is well trained and well supported, and that the people we support are treated with genuine warmth and dignity. We see this rating not as a destination but as a foundation we continue to build upon every day.
Choosing care for yourself or someone you love is a deeply personal decision, and we understand the weight of that choice. If you are exploring home care options in Dover, Canterbury, Thanet, Folkestone or the surrounding areas, we would be delighted to speak with you, listen to your situation and explain how we might help. Whatever your questions, please reach out: a thoughtful conversation is always the best place to begin.
Common questions about Bluebird Care Canterbury, Thanet, Folkestone
Where is Bluebird Care Canterbury, Thanet, Folkestone located?
Bluebird Care Canterbury, Thanet, Folkestone is a home care agency based in Dover, Kent (CT16 3EH), providing care to people in their own homes within approximately 10 miles of the area.
What type of care does Bluebird Care Canterbury, Thanet, Folkestone provide?
Bluebird Care Canterbury, Thanet, Folkestone is registered to provide care in people’s own homes, with support that includes Older person care, Dementia care, Mental health care, Learning disability and autism support, Physical disability support, Sensory impairment support. The full list of services is shown on this page.
What is Bluebird Care Canterbury, Thanet, Folkestone's CQC rating?
Bluebird Care Canterbury, Thanet, Folkestone is registered with and inspected by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). Its most recent overall rating is Good following its last inspection on 17 July 2019. You can read the full CQC report from the link on this page.
Does Bluebird Care Canterbury, Thanet, Folkestone provide dementia care?
Yes. Bluebird Care Canterbury, Thanet, Folkestone supports people living with dementia. We recommend contacting the agency directly to discuss your individual situation.
Coverage Area
Within 10 miles of Dover
This agency provides care within approximately 10 miles of their Dover office. Radius is approximate — claim to update
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Care We Offer
- Older Person Care: Support with daily living for older people, from companionship to help with washing, dressing and medication.
- Dementia: Specialist support for people living with dementia, in a calm, familiar setting with trained staff.
- Learning Disability / Autism: Person-centred support that helps people with a learning disability or autism live as independently as possible.
- Mental Health: Support for people managing a mental health condition, with routines that promote stability and wellbeing.
- Physical Disability: Accessible facilities and practical help with mobility, personal care and daily tasks.
- Visual / Hearing Impairment: Tailored support and adaptations for residents living with sight or hearing loss.
- Eating Disorders: Sensitive, structured support around nutrition and mealtimes for people with an eating disorder.
- Alcohol / Drug Misuse: Supportive care for people in recovery from alcohol or drug dependency.
- Younger Adults: Care designed around the needs and lifestyle of younger adults (typically 18 to 65).
Regulatory Rating
Care Quality Commission (CQC) Rating
- Latest inspection: 17 July 2019
- Report published: 17 July 2019
Overall: Good
- Safe: Good
- Effective: Good
- Caring: Good
- Responsive: Good
- Well-led: Good
Care Quality Commission is responsible for the registration and inspection of social care services in England.
Ratings are as published by the CQC and may not reflect the current position of the service.
How Bluebird Care Canterbury, Thanet, Folkestone and Dover compares in Dover
Measured against the 24 home care agencies registered in Dover.
- CQC rating
- Good. 13 of the 24 agencies (54%) are rated Good or Outstanding. Across Kent the figure is 42%.
- Latest report
- 17 July 2019. 14 of the 24 agencies have published a newer inspection report since.
- Registered
- December 2010. One of the longer established agencies. 23 of the 24 registered more recently.
- Provider
- One service. Care and Training Services Limited runs this agency only.
Powered by Orrery Intelligence. Data: CQC register and Food Standards Agency ratings. Counts cover registered home care agencies in Dover.
The local picture: Dover
What the numbers say about home care in Dover, in Kent.
What home care costs
| Type of care | What it costs |
|---|---|
| Hourly care visits, Kent | £28.50 to £39.15 an hour (Middle half of prices from 7 agencies. Median £32.00.) |
| What Kent pays | £28.05 an hour (Average hourly rate, October 2026.) |
| Homecare Association minimum price | £34.42 an hour (2026 to 2027. The Association's estimate of the lowest price that covers the cost of delivering care. It is not a legal minimum.) |
| Live in care, England | £1,250 to £1,668 a week (Middle half of prices from 62 agencies. Median £1,455.) |
Published prices come from agencies that publish rates, so treat them as a guide. Ask the agency for its own price.
- People aged 75 and over: 15,300. Rising to 18,000 by 2035, up 18%
- People aged 85 and over: 3,800. Rising to 5,800 by 2035, up 53%
- 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%.
- Agencies in the borough, last 12 months: 2 opened, 2 closed. 19 registered today.
- Choice of agencies: 29 within 10 miles. In a typical neighbourhood. The nearest is under a mile away (0.6 miles).
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Good to know about Bluebird Care Canterbury, Thanet, Folkestone and Dover
Facts from public registers, and what the agency has told us.
- Registered with CQC
- 3 December 2010, so 15 years.
- Run by
- Care and Training Services Limited, which runs this service only.
- Service type
- Personal care in people's own homes (domiciliary care).
- Where it covers
- Not yet confirmed by the agency. Check that your postcode is covered before you rely on it.
- Live in, overnight and 24 hour care
- Not yet confirmed. The agency can add these when it claims its profile.
Sources: CQC register and the agency's own entries. Anything marked not yet confirmed is shown as unknown rather than guessed.
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