Scodef Care
Scodef Care is a home care agency in Dover, Kent (CT16 1BU). It holds a CQC rating of Requires Improvement.
About Scodef Care
At Scodef Care, we provide home care support to people living in Dover and across the wider Kent area. We work with individuals who have a range of needs, including those living with dementia, learning disabilities, autism, physical disabilities, and visual or hearing impairments. Our aim is straightforward: to help people live as independently and comfortably as possible in their own homes. We understand that inviting a care agency into your home is a significant decision, and we do not take that trust lightly. Getting to know each person properly, understanding their routines, their preferences, and what matters most to them, shapes everything about how we deliver support. Care that is built around the individual tends to work far better than care that follows a rigid template, and that principle guides how we approach every visit. We are open about our current CQC rating, which reflects areas where we know we need to do better. We have taken that feedback seriously and are working through the improvements needed in a methodical and honest way. We think it is important that families and those seeking care can make informed choices, and we would rather be transparent about where we are than gloss over it. What we can say is that the people we support and their families remain at the centre of everything we do. We listen when things are not right, we respond when concerns are raised, and we keep communication open throughout. That matters to us. If you are looking for home care support in Dover or the surrounding area and would like to speak with us about your situation, we would welcome the conversation. Every enquiry is treated with care and without pressure, because we know that finding the right support takes time and consideration.
Care provided at Scodef Care
- Dementia care
- Learning disability and autism support
- Physical disability support
- Sensory impairment support
- Covers approximately 10 miles
- Last CQC inspection: 27 April 2026
Read the full inspection report on the CQC website.
How Scodef Care compares in Dover
Measured against the 24 home care agencies registered in Dover.
- CQC rating
- Requires improvement. 13 of the 24 agencies (54%) are rated Good or Outstanding. Across Kent the figure is 42%.
- Latest report
- 27 April 2026. 1 of the 24 agencies has published a newer inspection report since.
- Registered
- July 2024. One of the newer agencies in the area. Only 5 of the 24 have registered more recently.
- Provider
- 2 services. Scodef Ltd runs 2 adult social care services.
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).
Powered by Orrery Intelligence. Market model built 22 October 2026 (ONS 2022 based population projections, dementia estimates, CQC register), published home care rates, Homecare Association.
Good to know about Scodef Care
Facts from public registers, and what the agency has told us.
- Registered with CQC
- 17 July 2024, so 2 years.
- Run by
- Scodef Ltd, which runs 2 adult social care services in England. 1 of the 2 that have a rating are rated Good or Outstanding.
- 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.
Common questions about Scodef Care
Where is Scodef Care located?
Scodef Care is a home care agency based in Dover, Kent (CT16 1BU), providing care to people in their own homes within approximately 10 miles of the area.
What type of care does Scodef Care provide?
Scodef Care is registered to provide care in people’s own homes, with support that includes Dementia care, Learning disability and autism support, Physical disability support, Sensory impairment support. The full list of services is shown on this page.
What is Scodef Care's CQC rating?
Scodef Care is registered with and inspected by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). Its most recent overall rating is Requires Improvement following its last inspection on 27 April 2026. You can read the full CQC report from the link on this page.
Does Scodef Care provide dementia care?
Yes. Scodef Care supports people living with dementia. We recommend contacting the agency directly to discuss your individual situation.
Questions families ask about Scodef Care
Can they support someone living with dementia at home?
Yes. Yes. Scodef Care is registered for dementia care in people's own homes.
Can they help with medication and nursing tasks?
Ask the home. Most home care agencies prompt or give medication but do not provide nursing tasks. Ask what their carers are trained to do.
Do they cover our area?
Yes. Scodef Care covers roughly 10 miles from Dover.
Will the council help pay?
Ask the home. The agency has not told us which funding it accepts. Most take both council funded and self funded clients; a direct payment from the council can be used to pay them.
Typical home care fees in the South East
Scodef Care has not published its fees yet. These are typical hourly rates for the South East, so you know roughly what to expect before you call.
- Home care (per hour): £29 to £35 per hour, typical range
Indicative figures for the South East, not a quote from Scodef Care. Actual fees depend on the room, the level of care and how it is funded.
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