Kensington Care Home

About Us

Kensington Care Home is a nursing home in Northallerton. We care for older people and younger adults whose needs call for qualified nursing, including people living with dementia, people managing a mental health condition, people with a physical disability and people living with a visual or hearing impairment.

Nursing here is meant to sit quietly underneath ordinary life rather than dominate it. Nurses are on hand, and we work closely with GPs, district nurses, therapists, mental health teams and hospital services, but nobody should feel that they live in a treatment room. Getting that balance right depends on staff knowing residents properly, so we protect continuity as much as the rota allows.

For people living with dementia we hold routines steady, give plenty of time and treat distress as something with a cause. For people managing a mental health condition we plan in advance with them, agreeing what helps on a difficult day and who they would want involved. Where somebody has sensory or physical needs, we get the practical details right, because comfort and dignity are built out of details.

Respite and short stays are available, including recovery after a hospital admission.

Our most recent overall rating from the Care Quality Commission is good. If you are considering nursing care for someone, we would be glad to show you round.

Common questions about Kensington Care Home

Where is Kensington Care Home located?

Kensington Care Home is a nursing home in Northallerton, North Yorkshire, DL7 8UB. You can view its exact location and get directions from the map on this page.

What type of care does Kensington Care Home provide?

Kensington Care Home is registered to provide nursing and personal care, with support that includes Older person care, Dementia care, Mental health care, Physical disability support, Sensory impairment support, Younger adults care. The full list of services is shown on this page.

What is Kensington Care Home's CQC rating?

Kensington Care Home is registered with and inspected by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). Its most recent overall rating is Good following its last inspection on 25 May 2022. You can read the full CQC report from the link on this page.

Does Kensington Care Home provide dementia care?

Yes. Kensington Care Home supports people living with dementia. We recommend contacting the home directly to discuss your individual situation.

Does Kensington Care Home offer respite or short-term care?

Yes. Kensington Care Home offers respite and short-term care. Availability changes regularly, so it is best to enquire directly.

Contact Kensington Care Home

Phone the home directly, or send an enquiry and we will pass it on.

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.
• 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.
• Younger Adults: Care designed around the needs and lifestyle of younger adults (typically 18 to 65).
• Respite Care: Short stays that give family carers a break, or help someone recover after illness or a hospital stay.
• Nursing Care: Round-the-clock care from qualified nurses for residents with medical or complex health needs.

Questions families ask about Kensington Care Home

Answered from the CQC register where we can. 5 of these the home has not told us yet, so ask when you call.

Can Mum or Dad stay here if their dementia gets worse?

Yes. Kensington Care Home is registered for dementia care, so someone whose needs increase can usually stay rather than move. Ask how they support people in the later stages. Source: CQC register

Is there a nurse on site if health needs change?

Yes. Kensington Care Home is registered to provide nursing care, so registered nurses are part of the team. Source: CQC register

Can they try a short stay before deciding?

Yes. Kensington Care Home offers respite and short stays, which is a good way to see whether the home is the right fit. Source: CQC register

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. Use our funding calculator to check what you might pay.

Do they take younger adults as well as older people?

Yes. Kensington Care Home supports younger adults as well as older people. Source: CQC register

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.

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Regulatory Rating

Care Quality Commission (CQC) Rating

• Latest inspection: 25 May 2022
• Report published: 25 May 2022

Overall: Good

• Safe: Good
• Effective: Requires Improvement
• Caring: Good
• Responsive: Good
• Well-led: Good

Care Quality Commission is responsible for the registration and inspection of social care services in England.

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Ratings are as published by the CQC and may not reflect the current position of the service.

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