Broadmeadow
Broadmeadow is a residential care home in Folkestone, Kent (CT19 5DN). It holds a CQC rating of Good.
About Broadmeadow
Broadmeadow is a residential care home in Folkestone, Kent, supporting older people and younger adults, including people living with dementia and people with physical disabilities. We try to run a house rather than an institution, and the difference lies mostly in small decisions. People get up when they are ready. Meals are unhurried and worth turning up for. Somebody who wants their own company can have it without being coaxed into the lounge. Help with washing and dressing is given in a way that protects dignity, which usually comes down to asking first, explaining what we are doing, and never taking over a task a person can still manage themselves. Dementia care is a significant part of our work, and the most useful knowledge almost always comes from families. What someone did for a living, who they are thinking of when the late afternoon becomes unsettled, what music helps. We ask for that, record it and pass it between shifts. Respite stays are available as well as permanent places. Our most recent overall rating from the Care Quality Commission is good. Please do come and look round.
Care provided at Broadmeadow
- Older person care
- Dementia care
- Physical disability support
- Younger adults care
- Respite care
- Last CQC inspection: 5 December 2019
Read the full inspection report on the CQC website.
What the inspectors found
A plain English summary of the Care Quality Commission inspection behind the current rating of Broadmeadow. Report published 5 December 2019.
Safe
People told inspectors they felt safe. Inspectors found systems were in place to protect people from abuse and avoidable harm, and risks to people were managed safely. There were enough safely recruited and competent staff, and medicines were managed safely.
Effective
Staff did not receive supervision as often as the provider's policy required. Inspectors made a recommendation about this. Inspectors found staff induction and training was good, and people had good access to health care.
Caring
Inspectors found people were treated with respect. Staff promoted people's privacy and dignity. People were involved in their care, could share their views on the service, and were encouraged to keep and develop their independence.
Responsive
People received person centred care from staff who knew their preferences. Care was reviewed as people's needs changed, and people were supported with any communication needs. People could take part in activities and see loved ones in private. People could raise complaints, and action was taken.
Well-led
Inspectors found a person-centred culture in the service, led by the presence of the manager. The provider and manager had good oversight of quality and safety. Quality monitoring and feedback had led to improvements in care.
What people told the inspectors
People told inspectors they felt safe. They said they were happy with the food and were given choice.
Since the last inspection
Rated Good in December 2019, up from Requires improvement.
Well-led moved from Requires improvement to Good; Safe is still Good; Effective is still Requires improvement; Caring is still Good; Responsive is still Good.
- 5 November 2020: Inspection looking at part of the service
- 5 December 2019: Routine inspection, rated Good. This inspection gave the current rating.
- 3 October 2018: Routine inspection, rated Requires improvement
- 11 August 2017: Routine inspection, rated Requires improvement
- 27 February 2015: Inspection looking at part of the service, rated Good
- 19 November 2013: Routine inspection
Read the full report on the CQC website
Source: Care Quality Commission inspection report, summarised by CareAssura. Contains CQC data used under the Open Government Licence.
How Broadmeadow compares in Folkestone and Hythe
Measured against the 46 care homes for older people registered in Folkestone and Hythe. The dark dot is this home.
- Size
- 48 places. Larger than 38 of the 46 homes. The local average is 30 places.
- CQC rating
- Good. 31 of the 46 homes (67%) are rated Good or Outstanding. Across Kent the figure is 68%.
- Latest report
- 5 December 2019. 26 of the 46 homes have published a newer inspection report since.
- Registered
- January 2011. 33 of the 46 homes registered more recently.
- Care offered
- Dementia care. Of the 46 homes, 21 offer dementia care.
- Food hygiene
- 5 out of 5. The top rating, shared by 31 of the 34 homes that have one.
Powered by Orrery Intelligence. Data: CQC register and Food Standards Agency ratings. Counts cover registered care homes for older people in Folkestone and Hythe.
The local picture: Folkestone and Hythe
What the numbers say about care for older people in Folkestone and Hythe, in Kent.
What care costs in Kent, per week
| Type of care | What the council pays | What self-funders are typically asked |
|---|
| Residential care | £1,187 | £1,409 to £1,600 (Middle half of prices from 22 Kent homes. Median £1,500.) |
| Nursing care | £1,378 | £1,550 to £1,865 (Middle half of prices from 11 Kent homes. Median £1,605.) |
| Residential dementia care | Not published separately | £1,500 to £1,619 (Middle half of prices from 18 Kent homes. Median £1,500.) |
| Nursing dementia care | Not published separately | £1,975 to £2,226 (South East figure, because too few Kent homes publish this price. 37 homes. Median £2,050.) |
Published prices are often starting prices, and come from homes that publish fees, so treat them as a guide. Ask the home for its own price.
- People aged 75 and over: 15,700. Rising to 18,000 by 2035, up 15%
- People aged 85 and over: 4,000. Rising to 6,200 by 2035, up 57%
- Living with dementia, aged 65 and over (estimate): 2,000. Rising to 2,500 by 2035, up 27%
- Dementia diagnosis rate: 59%. The NHS ambition is 67%. Kent as a whole is 62%.
- Care home beds per 1,000 people aged 75+: 88. Kent average is 77.
- Care homes, last 12 months: 1 opened, 0 closed
- Care home beds filled across Kent: 88%. The 12 month average is 88%.
- Who pays, across Kent (estimate): 35% council, 43% self. The rest is NHS funded or other.
Powered by Orrery Intelligence. Market model built 22 October 2026 (ONS 2022 based population projections, dementia estimates, CQC register), published care home prices, council planning records.
Good to know about Broadmeadow
Facts from public registers, and what is close by.
- Registered with CQC
- 17 January 2011, so 15 years.
- Food hygiene rating
- 5 out of 5. Very good. Last inspected by the local council on 6 June 2025.
- 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.
Sources: CQC register, Food Standards Agency, OpenStreetMap contributors. Distances are in a straight line from the postcode, not walking or driving routes.
Local services near Broadmeadow
The closest places to this home, measured in a straight line from its postcode. They are the nearest, not necessarily the ones the home uses. Ask the home which GP, dentist and pharmacy its residents are registered with.
Nearest 24 hour A&E
- William Harvey Hospital, Ashford, 11.7 miles away
It is about 11.7 miles in a straight line from the postcode. The drive is usually longer. In an emergency call 999; the ambulance may take you elsewhere.
Nearest GP practices
Nearest dentists
Nearest pharmacies
Nearest railway stations
- Folkestone Central Station, 0.5 miles away
- Folkestone West Station, 0.9 miles away
- Sandling Station, 4.6 miles away
Around Broadmeadow
- H: Broadmeadow
- A: 24 hour A&E
- G: GP practice
- D: Dentist
- P: Pharmacy
- S: Railway station
Straight line distances, not routes. Places very close to the home are spread out slightly so they can be told apart.
Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Practice and pharmacy details from the NHS England Organisation Data Service. A&E sites from NHS England A&E data and the Organisation Data Service. Railway stations from the Department for Transport NaPTAN dataset. Distances are straight line and approximate.
Common questions about Broadmeadow
Where is Broadmeadow located?
Broadmeadow is a residential care home in Folkestone, Kent, CT19 5DN. You can view its exact location and get directions from the map on this page.
What type of care does Broadmeadow provide?
Broadmeadow is registered to provide residential personal care, with support that includes Older person care, Dementia care, Physical disability support, Younger adults care, Respite care. The full list of services is shown on this page.
What is Broadmeadow's CQC rating?
Broadmeadow is registered with and inspected by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). Its most recent overall rating is Good following its last inspection on 5 December 2019. You can read the full CQC report from the link on this page.
Does Broadmeadow provide dementia care?
Yes. Broadmeadow supports people living with dementia. We recommend contacting the home directly to discuss your individual situation.
Does Broadmeadow offer respite or short-term care?
Yes. Broadmeadow offers respite and short-term care. Availability changes regularly, so it is best to enquire directly.
Questions families ask about Broadmeadow
Can Mum or Dad stay here if their dementia gets worse?
Yes. Broadmeadow is registered for dementia care, so someone whose needs increase can usually stay rather than move.
Is there a nurse on site if health needs change?
No. Broadmeadow 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. Broadmeadow 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?
Yes. Yes. Broadmeadow supports younger adults as well as older people.
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
Broadmeadow 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
- Dementia care: £1,200 to £1,550 per week per person, typical range
Indicative figures for the South East, not a quote from Broadmeadow. Actual fees depend on the room, the level of care and how it is funded.
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