Dale Mount
Dale Mount is a residential care home in Southfleet, Kent (DA13 9NX). It holds a CQC rating of Good.
About Dale Mount
Dale Mount at Southfleet is a residential care home providing care for older people, including those living with dementia. People move in when managing at home has stopped being realistic, sometimes gradually over several years and sometimes suddenly after a fall or an illness. Our first job is to make the change feel like relief rather than only loss, so we ask about a person's history, their family, their working life and their habits, and we use that to shape their days. Staff help with washing and dressing, with moving about safely, with medication and with eating and drinking well, and they do it without rushing anybody. For those living with dementia we hold on to routine and familiarity, keep explanations simple and calm, and learn what a person's behaviour is telling us rather than treating it as a problem to be managed. Meals are cooked on the premises with a real choice. There is company for those who want it and quiet for those who do not, and visitors are welcome without ceremony. Respite and short stays can be arranged. If you would like to visit, please ring us and arrange a time. You will get an honest account of what we can and cannot do.
Care provided at Dale Mount
- Older person care
- Dementia care
- Respite care
- Last CQC inspection: 18 July 2018
Read the full inspection report on the CQC website.
Common questions about Dale Mount
Where is Dale Mount located?
Dale Mount is a residential care home in Southfleet, Kent, DA13 9NX. You can view its exact location and get directions from the map on this page.
What type of care does Dale Mount provide?
Dale Mount is registered to provide residential personal care, with support that includes Older person care, Dementia care, Respite care. The full list of services is shown on this page.
What is Dale Mount's CQC rating?
Dale Mount is registered with and inspected by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). Its most recent overall rating is Good following its last inspection on 18 July 2018. You can read the full CQC report from the link on this page.
Does Dale Mount provide dementia care?
Yes. Dale Mount supports people living with dementia. We recommend contacting the home directly to discuss your individual situation.
Does Dale Mount offer respite or short-term care?
Yes. Dale Mount offers respite and short-term care. Availability changes regularly, so it is best to enquire directly.
Questions families ask about Dale Mount
Can Mum or Dad stay here if their dementia gets worse?
Yes. Dale Mount 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. Dale Mount 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. Dale Mount 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. Dale Mount 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
Dale Mount 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 Dale Mount. Actual fees depend on the room, the level of care and how it is funded.
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