Enablement at Home
Enablement at Home is a home care agency in West Malling, Kent (ME19 4AE). It holds a CQC rating of Good.
About Enablement at Home
Here at Kent Enablement at Home, we provide home care to people living in West Malling and the surrounding areas of Kent. Our work centres on helping individuals remain in the comfort and familiarity of their own homes, with the right level of support tailored to each person's needs and circumstances. We work with a wide range of people, including older adults, younger adults, and individuals living with dementia, learning disabilities, autism, mental health conditions, physical disabilities, and visual or hearing impairments. We understand that no two people are the same, and we take the time to get to know each person properly before putting any support in place. That means listening carefully, involving family members where appropriate, and building a care plan that genuinely reflects how someone wants to live their life. Our team is rated Good by the Care Quality Commission, which reflects the consistent, thoughtful work our carers bring to every visit. We are proud of that rating, though we see it as a foundation rather than a finishing line. There is always more we can learn and improve upon, and we welcome feedback from the people we support and their families as a regular part of how we work. Being based in West Malling means we are rooted in the local community, and many of our carers live nearby. That local connection matters to us. It means our staff understand the area, can build genuine relationships over time, and are not simply passing through. If you are exploring care options for yourself or someone you love, we are always happy to have an honest conversation about whether we are the right fit. We do not believe in a one size fits all approach, and we will always tell you straightforwardly what we can and cannot offer.
Care provided at Enablement at Home
- Older person care
- Dementia care
- Mental health care
- Learning disability and autism support
- Physical disability support
- Sensory impairment support
- Younger adults care
- Covers approximately 10 miles
- Last CQC inspection: 5 September 2018
Read the full inspection report on the CQC website.
How Kent Enablement at Home compares in Tonbridge and Malling
Measured against the 31 home care agencies registered in Tonbridge and Malling.
- CQC rating
- Good. 17 of the 31 agencies (55%) are rated Good or Outstanding. Across Kent the figure is 42%.
- Latest report
- 5 September 2018. 15 of the 31 agencies have published a newer inspection report since.
- Registered
- June 2014. One of the longer established agencies. 24 of the 31 registered more recently.
- Provider
- 14 services. Kent County Council runs 14 adult social care services.
Powered by Orrery Intelligence. Data: CQC register and Food Standards Agency ratings. Counts cover registered home care agencies in Tonbridge and Malling.
The local picture: Tonbridge and Malling
What the numbers say about home care in Tonbridge and Malling, 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: 14,300. Rising to 16,100 by 2035, up 13%
- People aged 85 and over: 3,800. Rising to 5,600 by 2035, up 48%
- Living with dementia, aged 65 and over (estimate): 1,800. Rising to 2,300 by 2035, up 24%
- Dementia diagnosis rate: 48%. The NHS ambition is 67%. Kent as a whole is 62%.
- Agencies in the borough, last 12 months: 0 opened, 1 closed. 24 registered today.
- Choice of agencies: 139 within 10 miles. In a typical neighbourhood. The nearest is under a mile away (0.5 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 Kent Enablement at Home
Facts from public registers, and what the agency has told us.
- Registered with CQC
- 12 June 2014, so 12 years.
- 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.
- 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 Enablement at Home
Where is Enablement at Home located?
Enablement at Home is a home care agency based in West Malling, Kent (ME19 4AE), providing care to people in their own homes within approximately 10 miles of the area.
What type of care does Enablement at Home provide?
Enablement at Home 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 Enablement at Home's CQC rating?
Enablement at Home is registered with and inspected by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). Its most recent overall rating is Good following its last inspection on 5 September 2018. You can read the full CQC report from the link on this page.
Does Enablement at Home provide dementia care?
Yes. Enablement at Home supports people living with dementia. We recommend contacting the agency directly to discuss your individual situation.
Questions families ask about Enablement at Home
Can they support someone living with dementia at home?
Yes. Yes. Kent Enablement at Home 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. Kent Enablement at Home covers roughly 10 miles from West Malling.
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
Kent Enablement at Home 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 Kent Enablement at Home. Actual fees depend on the room, the level of care and how it is funded.
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