Homecare Unique
Homecare Unique is a home care agency in Maidstone, Kent (ME17 4PT). It holds a CQC rating of Good.
About Homecare Unique
We at Homecare Unique are proud to provide compassionate home care across Maidstone and the wider Kent community, supporting people to live well and safely in the place they know best, their own home. Based in the ME postcode area, our team works throughout Maidstone and surrounding neighbourhoods in Kent, bringing personalised support directly to residents wherever they live. Whether someone lives in a quiet village setting on the outskirts of town or in the heart of Maidstone itself, our carers travel to meet people in the familiar comfort of their own surroundings. We believe deeply that home is more than a place, it is a feeling of belonging, and our role is to help preserve that whilst providing the practical and emotional support our clients need each day. Our specialisms reflect the breadth of needs within the community we serve. We provide dedicated older person care, helping with everyday tasks, companionship, and the gentle routines that make daily life feel manageable and dignified. Our dementia care is built on patience, consistency, and an understanding that every person living with memory loss deserves to be met with warmth and respect. For adults with learning disabilities or autism, we focus on enabling independence and supporting individual goals, whilst our mental health support is grounded in empathy and a steady, non judgemental presence. We also support people living with physical disabilities, visual or hearing impairments, and younger adults whose needs may differ from those of older clients but who equally deserve thoughtful, tailored care. Our experience extends to supporting individuals affected by eating disorders and those navigating recovery from alcohol or drug misuse, areas of care that call for sensitivity, discretion, and genuine human kindness. In practice, this means our care plans are never one size fits all. We listen carefully to each person and their family, building support around what matters most to them, from morning routines and medication reminders to social companionship and help getting out and about in Maidstone. For families, this breadth of expertise offers reassurance. Knowing that a loved one is supported by a team familiar with a wide range of conditions means questions can be answered, concerns can be raised, and care can adapt as circumstances change over time. We see ourselves as partners with the families we work alongside, sharing in the journey and being there when it matters. Homecare Unique holds an overall rating of Good from the Care Quality Commission, with Good ratings across all five domains of Safe, Effective, Caring, Responsive, and Well led. This independent recognition reflects our ongoing commitment to delivering care that is not only safe and effective but also genuinely kind and responsive to the people we support. Whilst we are always striving to improve and refine our approach, this rating offers families a meaningful indication of the standards we uphold every day. If you are exploring home care options for yourself or someone you love in Maidstone or the surrounding Kent area, we warmly invite you to get in touch. Choosing care is a significant decision, and we are here to listen, answer your questions, and help you understand whether our support might be the right fit. There is no pressure, only a friendly conversation and the chance to learn more about how we can help your family feel supported, safe, and at home.
Care provided at Homecare Unique
- Older person care
- Dementia care
- Mental health care
- Learning disability and autism support
- Physical disability support
- Sensory impairment support
- Younger adults care
- Eating disorder support
- Substance misuse support
- Covers approximately 10 miles
- Last CQC inspection: 7 December 2018
Read the full inspection report on the CQC website.
How Homecare Unique Limited compares in Maidstone
Measured against the 54 home care agencies registered in Maidstone.
- CQC rating
- Good. 19 of the 54 agencies (35%) are rated Good or Outstanding. Across Kent the figure is 42%.
- Latest report
- 7 December 2018. 20 of the 54 agencies have published a newer inspection report since.
- Registered
- October 2017. 39 of the 54 agencies registered more recently.
- Provider
- One service. Homecare Unique Limited runs this agency only.
Powered by Orrery Intelligence. Data: CQC register and Food Standards Agency ratings. Counts cover registered home care agencies in Maidstone.
The local picture: Maidstone
What the numbers say about home care in Maidstone, 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: 19,200. Rising to 22,400 by 2035, up 17%
- People aged 85 and over: 5,200. Rising to 7,900 by 2035, up 54%
- Living with dementia, aged 65 and over (estimate): 2,500. Rising to 3,200 by 2035, up 28%
- Dementia diagnosis rate: 65%. The NHS ambition is 67%. Kent as a whole is 62%.
- Agencies in the borough, last 12 months: 2 opened, 4 closed. 50 registered today.
- Choice of agencies: 160 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 Homecare Unique Limited
Facts from public registers, and what the agency has told us.
- Registered with CQC
- 24 October 2017, so 9 years.
- Run by
- Homecare Unique 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.
Common questions about Homecare Unique
Where is Homecare Unique located?
Homecare Unique is a home care agency based in Maidstone, Kent (ME17 4PT), providing care to people in their own homes within approximately 10 miles of the area.
What type of care does Homecare Unique provide?
Homecare Unique 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 Homecare Unique's CQC rating?
Homecare Unique is registered with and inspected by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). Its most recent overall rating is Good following its last inspection on 7 December 2018. You can read the full CQC report from the link on this page.
Does Homecare Unique provide dementia care?
Yes. Homecare Unique supports people living with dementia. We recommend contacting the agency directly to discuss your individual situation.
Questions families ask about Homecare Unique
Can they support someone living with dementia at home?
Yes. Yes. Homecare Unique Limited 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. Homecare Unique Limited covers roughly 10 miles from Maidstone.
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
Homecare Unique Limited 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 Homecare Unique Limited. Actual fees depend on the room, the level of care and how it is funded.
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