Business Details
Trusted Nursing Care for Seniors in East Ham
Folkestone Nursing Home is a privately owned care facility dedicated to providing tailored nursing care for elderly individuals, particularly those living with dementia. Our team collaborates closely with local healthcare professionals to ensure residents receive personalized care plans reviewed regularly, reflecting their evolving needs. Accredited by the Care Quality Commission (CQC) with an overall 'Good' rating, we prioritize residents' independence, dignity, and quality of life through a family-oriented environment. Our modern, purpose-built premises accommodate up to 45 residents over 55 years old, offering en-suite bedrooms, communal spaces, and a wide range of activities designed to meet individual preferences.We emphasize staff training and development, ensuring our team delivers compassionate, person-centered care while maintaining compliance with rigorous safety and regulatory standards. Residents' rights are central to our approach, including involvement in care planning, access to healthcare services, and cultural and spiritual support. Regular feedback mechanisms and collaboration with external professionals help us continuously improve our services, ensuring we meet the highest standards of care and resident satisfaction.
Services
Dementia Care
Nursing Care
Palliative Care
Respite Care
Personalized Activities
Laundry Service
Dining Services
Religious Support
Highlights and features
- We offer CQC-accredited care with an 'Overall: Good' rating across all standards.
- Our staff provide personalized care plans reviewed monthly to meet individual needs.
- We maintain a family-oriented environment with a strong focus on resident independence.
- Our purpose-built facility includes modern amenities and en-suite bedrooms.
- We collaborate with healthcare professionals to ensure comprehensive resident support.
Associations and certifications
- Care Quality Commission (CQC)
What people say
Best hands
Welcomed with warmth
Family feel
Personalised care
Positive culture
Services
Dementia Care
Our dementia care service provides tailored support for residents living with dementia, combining personalized care plans, cognitive stimulation activities, and collaboration with healthcare professionals. We focus on maintaining residents' independence and dignity through a secure, homely environment that caters to individual needs and preferences.
Nursing Care
We offer round-the-clock nursing care for elderly residents requiring medical support, including medication management, wound care, and end-of-life care. Our trained staff work closely with families to create adaptable care plans, ensuring residents receive consistent, compassionate attention in a comfortable setting.
Respite Care
Our respite care service provides temporary accommodation for residents needing short-term support, offering relief for caregivers while maintaining continuity of care. Residents enjoy full access to facilities, activities, and personalized care plans during their stay.
Personalized Activities
We deliver tailored activity programs based on residents' interests, including music appreciation, art, exercise, and outings. Activities are designed to promote social engagement, mental stimulation, and emotional well-being, with one-to-one sessions available for those with specific needs.
Religious Support
Our religious support service accommodates residents' spiritual needs through visiting clergy, monthly services, and access to places of worship. We record individual preferences in care plans and make arrangements for external services while ensuring staff availability remains adequate.
People
Mr Dilip Mahadeo
Home Manager
Mr Dilip Mahadeo leads Folkestone Nursing Home with a commitment to compassionate dementia care. He ensures regulatory compliance, staff development, and family engagement while maintaining the home's 'Good' CQC rating.
Questions
What types of care does Folkestone Nursing Home provide?
We specialize in dementia care, nursing care, palliative care, and respite care for adults over 55, all delivered with personalized attention.
Is Folkestone Nursing Home regulated?
Yes, we're regulated by the Care Quality Commission (CQC) and hold an overall 'Good' rating across all standards.
Can residents receive visitors at any time?
We operate an open visiting policy with no restrictions, though we recommend avoiding mealtimes to preserve residents' dining experience.
How are care plans developed and reviewed?
Care plans are created with residents and families, reviewed monthly, and adjusted to reflect changing needs while maintaining confidentiality and choice.
What facilities are available for residents?
Residents enjoy en-suite bedrooms, communal dining areas, activity spaces, and a quiet room across our three-storey purpose-built premises.
How does the home support residents' dietary needs?
We use lifestyle surveys to create personalized meal plans accommodating dietary preferences, cultural requirements, and medical conditions like diabetes.
Reviews (1)
Sue Reid
Oct 04, 2021
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Terrible place, patients are left in bed crying out. It takes months for physio referral for an amputee transferred from hospital. Without family constantly complaining patients are neglected and moaned at. Dad's wheelchair kept going missing.
