The Old Rectory Retirement Home
The Old Rectory Retirement Home is a residential care home in Canterbury, Kent (CT2 8NJ). It holds a CQC rating of Good.
About The Old Rectory Retirement Home
The Old Rectory Retirement Home provides residential care in Canterbury for older people, along with shorter respite stays. We are a straightforward sort of place. There is no elaborate philosophy behind what we do beyond looking after people properly and letting them get on with their lives. The care covers help with washing and dressing, prompting and administering medication, meals cooked on the premises, support with mobility, and somebody always about if a person needs them. People choose how much they want to join in. Some are in the lounge from breakfast onwards and some prefer their own room with the door propped open, and neither choice earns any remark from us. The point of a home is that you can live in it the way you want to. Canterbury is home for most of the people living here, and we keep those connections going with trips out, visitors and a good deal of flexibility about when family can come. They can come whenever they like. Our most recent rating from the Care Quality Commission is good. Please ring us if you would like to look round.
Care provided at The Old Rectory Retirement Home
- Older person care
- Respite care
- Last CQC inspection: 3 January 2020
Read the full inspection report on the CQC website.
Common questions about The Old Rectory Retirement Home
Where is The Old Rectory Retirement Home located?
The Old Rectory Retirement Home is a residential care home in Canterbury, Kent, CT2 8NJ. You can view its exact location and get directions from the map on this page.
What type of care does The Old Rectory Retirement Home provide?
The Old Rectory Retirement Home is registered to provide residential personal care, with support that includes Older person care, Respite care. The full list of services is shown on this page.
What is The Old Rectory Retirement Home's CQC rating?
The Old Rectory Retirement Home is registered with and inspected by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). Its most recent overall rating is Good following its last inspection on 3 January 2020. You can read the full CQC report from the link on this page.
Does The Old Rectory Retirement Home offer respite or short-term care?
Yes. The Old Rectory Retirement Home offers respite and short-term care. Availability changes regularly, so it is best to enquire directly.
Questions families ask about The Old Rectory Retirement Home
Can Mum or Dad stay here if their dementia gets worse?
No. The Old Rectory Retirement Home is not listed for dementia care on the CQC register. If dementia is likely, choose a home that is, so a second move is not needed later.
Is there a nurse on site if health needs change?
No. The Old Rectory Retirement Home is a residential care home without on-site nursing. District nurses and GPs visit, but someone who needs daily nursing may have to move to a nursing home.
Can they try a short stay before deciding?
Yes. Yes. The Old Rectory Retirement Home offers respite and short stays, which is a good way to see whether the home is the right fit.
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.
Do they take younger adults as well as older people?
No. The Old Rectory Retirement Home is registered for older people. Younger adults are not listed.
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.
Typical weekly fees in the South East
The Old Rectory Retirement Home has not published its fees yet. These are typical weekly fees for the South East, so you know roughly what to expect before you call.
- Residential care: £1,100 to £1,450 per week per person, typical range
Indicative figures for the South East, not a quote from The Old Rectory Retirement Home. Actual fees depend on the room, the level of care and how it is funded.
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