Alpine Care Home
Alpine Care Home is a residential care home in Sevenoaks, Kent (TN13 3LH). It holds a CQC rating of Good.
About Alpine Care Home
Alpine is a residential care home in Sevenoaks, Kent, providing a permanent home for older people who need help with the practical side of everyday life. We try to keep the place domestic, with the ordinary rhythms of meals, company, fresh air and rest. Our support covers personal care, medication, eating well, moving about safely and having somebody about who notices when a resident is not quite themselves. We support people living with dementia, and we rely on continuity: staff who know a person's history and habits, a routine that does not keep changing and reassurance given as often as it is needed. We also care for residents with physical disabilities and those with a visual or hearing impairment, adapting how we communicate and how we help people move about so that independence and dignity are protected. Respite stays are available too, giving family carers a proper rest and letting a prospective resident get the feel of the home first. Our most recent overall rating from the Care Quality Commission is good, and we treat that as a standard to hold rather than a badge. Please visit during an ordinary day, meet the people who live here and make up your own mind.
Care provided at Alpine Care Home
- Older person care
- Dementia care
- Physical disability support
- Sensory impairment support
- Respite care
- Last CQC inspection: 21 November 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 Alpine Care Home. Report published 21 November 2019.
- 25 October 2019
- 30 places, 24 people were using the service at the time
Safe
Inspectors found that people were protected from the risk of abuse. There were enough staff on duty, and safe recruitment practices were in place. People were helped to take their medicines in the right way, and lessons had been learned when things had gone wrong.
Effective
Inspectors found that people received care and treatment in line with national guidance from staff who had the knowledge and skills they needed. People were supported to have as much choice and control of their lives as possible. Staff supported them in the least restrictive way possible and in their best interests.
Caring
Inspectors found that the accommodation was homely. People's privacy was respected, and confidential information was kept private.
Responsive
Inspectors found that people were asked about their care and were given information in an accessible way. Steps had been taken to support people to pursue their hobbies and interests. Complaints had been properly investigated and quickly resolved, and people were treated with compassion at the end of their lives.
Well-led
Inspectors found that quality checks had been completed. People had been asked for their views on how the service should develop, and their suggestions had been put into practice. Team work was promoted, and the service met regulatory requirements.
What people told the inspectors
Inspectors found that people and their relatives were positive about the service.
I like the staff here and they’re friendly. (A person living at the home)
Since the last inspection
Rated Good in November 2019, the same overall rating as before (Good).
Safe is still Good; Effective is still Good; Caring is still Good; Responsive is still Good; Well-led is still Good.
- 14 May 2021: Inspection looking at part of the service
- 25 February 2017: Routine inspection, rated Good
- 21 November 2019: Routine inspection, rated Good. This inspection gave the current rating.
- 25 February 2017: Routine inspection, rated Good
- 14 May 2016: Routine inspection, rated Requires improvement
- 15 December 2015: This inspection we found a number of breaches of the, rated Inadequate
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 Alpine Care Home compares in Sevenoaks
Measured against the 27 care homes for older people registered in Sevenoaks. The dark dot is this home.
- Size
- 30 places. Smaller than 20 of the 27 homes. The local average is 54 places.
- CQC rating
- Good. 18 of the 27 homes (67%) are rated Good or Outstanding. Across Kent the figure is 68%.
- Latest report
- 21 November 2019. 15 of the 27 homes have published a newer inspection report since.
- Registered
- August 2012. 17 of the 27 homes registered more recently.
- Care offered
- Dementia care. Of the 27 homes, 21 offer dementia care.
- Food hygiene
- 5 out of 5. The top rating, shared by 17 of the 20 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 Sevenoaks.
The local picture: Sevenoaks
What the numbers say about care for older people in Sevenoaks, 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: 15,100. Rising to 17,000 by 2035, up 12%
- People aged 85 and over: 4,400. Rising to 6,500 by 2035, up 48%
- Living with dementia, aged 65 and over (estimate): 2,000. Rising to 2,400 by 2035, up 22%
- Dementia diagnosis rate: 65%. The NHS ambition is 67%. Kent as a whole is 62%.
- Care home beds per 1,000 people aged 75+: 76. Kent average is 77.
- Care homes, last 12 months: 2 opened, 1 closed. 1 changed owner, covering 55 beds.
- 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 Alpine Care Home
Facts from public registers, and what is close by.
- Registered with CQC
- 21 August 2012, so 14 years.
- Food hygiene rating
- 5 out of 5. Very good. Last inspected by the local council on 28 April 2026.
- Run by
- Regal Care Trading Ltd, which runs 15 adult social care services in England. 9 of the 15 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 Alpine Care Home
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
- Princess Royal University Hospital, Orpington, 7.9 miles away
It is about 7.9 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
- Sevenoaks Station, 0.3 miles away
- Bat & Ball Station, 0.8 miles away
- Dunton Green Station, 1.2 miles away
Around Alpine Care Home
- H: Alpine Care Home
- 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 Alpine Care Home
Where is Alpine Care Home located?
Alpine Care Home is a residential care home in Sevenoaks, Kent, TN13 3LH. You can view its exact location and get directions from the map on this page.
What type of care does Alpine Care Home provide?
Alpine Care Home is registered to provide residential personal care, with support that includes Older person care, Dementia care, Physical disability support, Sensory impairment support, Respite care. The full list of services is shown on this page.
What is Alpine Care Home's CQC rating?
Alpine Care Home is registered with and inspected by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). Its most recent overall rating is Good following its last inspection on 21 November 2019. You can read the full CQC report from the link on this page.
Does Alpine Care Home provide dementia care?
Yes. Alpine Care Home supports people living with dementia. We recommend contacting the home directly to discuss your individual situation.
Does Alpine Care Home offer respite or short-term care?
Yes. Alpine Care Home offers respite and short-term care. Availability changes regularly, so it is best to enquire directly.
Questions families ask about Alpine Care Home
Can Mum or Dad stay here if their dementia gets worse?
Yes. Alpine Care Home 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. Alpine Care 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. Alpine Care 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. Alpine Care 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
Alpine Care 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
- Dementia care: £1,200 to £1,550 per week per person, typical range
Indicative figures for the South East, not a quote from Alpine Care Home. Actual fees depend on the room, the level of care and how it is funded.
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