Overcliffe House
Overcliffe House is a residential care home in Gravesend, Kent (DA11 0EH). It holds a CQC rating of Requires Improvement.
About Overcliffe House
Overcliffe House is a residential care home in Gravesend, Kent, supporting adults with a learning disability or autism alongside older people who need residential care. It is a home rather than a placement, and we want everybody living here to feel that it belongs to them. Support is planned individually. It can include help with personal care, medication, cooking, laundry, managing money and getting to appointments, and it takes in the parts of life that matter just as much: friendships, going out, keeping up an interest, having something worthwhile in the week. We communicate in whatever way suits each person, and we give people the time to do things their own way rather than stepping in for the sake of speed. Where somebody wants more independence, support is planned to draw back as their confidence grows. We support younger adults as well as older residents. Respite stays are available too, giving family carers a real break and letting somebody try the house first. Our most recent overall rating from the Care Quality Commission is requires improvement. We would sooner set that out here than leave you to find it, and the areas identified are where our attention is going. Please visit, meet the people who live here and ask us about it directly.
Care provided at Overcliffe House
- Older person care
- Learning disability and autism support
- Younger adults care
- Respite care
- Last CQC inspection: 11 January 2018
Read the full inspection report on the CQC website.
Common questions about Overcliffe House
Where is Overcliffe House located?
Overcliffe House is a residential care home in Gravesend, Kent, DA11 0EH. You can view its exact location and get directions from the map on this page.
What type of care does Overcliffe House provide?
Overcliffe House is registered to provide residential personal care, with support that includes Older person care, Learning disability and autism support, Younger adults care, Respite care. The full list of services is shown on this page.
What is Overcliffe House's CQC rating?
Overcliffe House is registered with and inspected by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). Its most recent overall rating is Requires Improvement following its last inspection on 11 January 2018. You can read the full CQC report from the link on this page.
Does Overcliffe House offer respite or short-term care?
Yes. Overcliffe House offers respite and short-term care. Availability changes regularly, so it is best to enquire directly.
Questions families ask about Overcliffe House
Can Mum or Dad stay here if their dementia gets worse?
No. Overcliffe House 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. Overcliffe House 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. Overcliffe House 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. Overcliffe House 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
Overcliffe House 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 Overcliffe House. Actual fees depend on the room, the level of care and how it is funded.
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