The Autistic Trust - 9 Perrys Close
The Autistic Trust - 9 Perrys Close is a residential care home in Faversham, Kent (ME13 7BX). It holds a CQC rating of Good.
About The Autistic Trust - 9 Perrys Close
We are The Kent Autistic Trust at Perrys Close in Faversham, a residential care home supporting autistic adults and adults with a learning disability. We provide accommodation and personal care, and we also offer respite stays for people who need somewhere for a short period or whose family carer needs a planned break. Autistic people are individuals before they are anything else, and support here starts from that. We take the time to learn how each person communicates, what a good day looks like for them, which parts of the day they want to manage themselves, what they need warning about and what they find hard to tolerate. Support plans are written with the person, in a form they can use, and we keep the pattern of the week predictable, because unpredictability is usually the thing that causes distress rather than the events themselves. When someone becomes distressed, we treat it as communication and look for the cause rather than managing the behaviour. That takes patience and it takes knowing the person, which is why familiar staff matter so much in this work. We support people to keep hold of the things and the people that matter to them outside these walls, because a care home should never become somebody's whole world. Our most recent overall rating from the Care Quality Commission is good. Families, advocates and social workers are welcome to visit and to ask us anything.
Care provided at The Autistic Trust - 9 Perrys Close
- Learning disability and autism support
- Respite care
- Last CQC inspection: 1 May 2018
Read the full inspection report on the CQC website.
Common questions about The Autistic Trust - 9 Perrys Close
Where is The Autistic Trust - 9 Perrys Close located?
The Autistic Trust - 9 Perrys Close is a residential care home in Faversham, Kent, ME13 7BX. You can view its exact location and get directions from the map on this page.
What type of care does The Autistic Trust - 9 Perrys Close provide?
The Autistic Trust - 9 Perrys Close is registered to provide residential personal care, with support that includes Learning disability and autism support, Respite care. The full list of services is shown on this page.
What is The Autistic Trust - 9 Perrys Close's CQC rating?
The Autistic Trust - 9 Perrys Close is registered with and inspected by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). Its most recent overall rating is Good following its last inspection on 1 May 2018. You can read the full CQC report from the link on this page.
Does The Autistic Trust - 9 Perrys Close offer respite or short-term care?
Yes. The Autistic Trust - 9 Perrys Close offers respite and short-term care. Availability changes regularly, so it is best to enquire directly.
Questions families ask about The Autistic Trust - 9 Perrys Close
Can Mum or Dad stay here if their dementia gets worse?
No. The Kent Autistic Trust - 9 Perrys Close 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 Kent Autistic Trust - 9 Perrys Close 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 Kent Autistic Trust - 9 Perrys Close 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?
Ask the home. The register does not say which age groups the home supports. Ask the home.
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 Kent Autistic Trust - 9 Perrys Close 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 Kent Autistic Trust - 9 Perrys Close. Actual fees depend on the room, the level of care and how it is funded.
More about the care at The Autistic Trust - 9 Perrys Close
Respite Care at The Autistic Trust - 9 Perrys Close
A short stay at The Kent Autistic Trust is worth enquiring about early, as respite beds are limited and often booked weeks in advance. Minimum stays are commonly a week or two, and it helps to pack familiar clothing, medication in its original packaging, and anything that supports routine or sensory comfort. Some families use a respite booking as a trial before considering permanent care.
Learning Disability and Autism at The Autistic Trust - 9 Perrys Close
Person centred support for autistic adults and adults with a learning disability at The Kent Autistic Trust in Faversham usually means predictable routines, attention to sensory needs, and building independence in the parts of daily life someone wants to manage themselves. Placements are typically arranged through Kent County Council with an annual review and a support plan agreed with the person. Ask how communication preferences are recorded and how families stay involved.
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