AZ Caring Services
AZ Caring Services is a home care agency in Ashford, Kent (TN24 9HT). It holds a CQC rating of Good.
About AZ Caring Services
We at AZ Caring Services are proud to provide compassionate home care across Ashford and the wider Kent community, supporting individuals to live well and safely in the place they know best: their own home. Based in the TN postcode area, we deliver care throughout Ashford and its surrounding neighbourhoods in the South East. Because our support comes to you, the familiar comforts of home remain at the heart of every visit, whether that is a favourite armchair by the window, a cherished garden, or the routines that bring reassurance to each day. Our carers travel to those we support, ensuring that geography is never a barrier to receiving thoughtful, personalised care. Our team offers a broad range of specialisms designed to meet the varied needs of the people we serve. We provide dedicated older person care for those who wish to maintain their independence as they age, alongside specialist dementia care that places patience, familiarity, and dignity at the centre of every interaction. For adults living with a learning disability or autism, we tailor our approach to respect individual preferences, communication styles, and routines, helping each person live the life they choose. We also support people with physical disabilities, those with visual or hearing impairment, and younger adults who benefit from care that reflects their stage of life and personal goals. In practice, this means our support is never one size fits all. For families, it offers genuine peace of mind: knowing that a loved one is being looked after by people who take the time to understand their history, their preferences, and the small details that make a real difference. From help with personal care, medication, and mobility to companionship, meal preparation, and support with daily routines, we aim to enhance wellbeing whilst respecting the autonomy of every person in our care. We are pleased to hold an overall rating of Good from the Care Quality Commission, with Good ratings across the Safe, Caring, Responsive, and Well led domains following our most recent inspection. The Effective domain was rated Requires Improvement, and we view this honestly as an opportunity to keep learning, refining our practice, and strengthening the outcomes we deliver. Continuous improvement is central to how we operate, and we welcome the transparency that CQC oversight brings to families making important decisions about care. If you are exploring home care options for yourself or someone you love in Ashford or the surrounding Kent area, we would be glad to hear from you. Choosing care is a deeply personal decision, and we are here to listen, to answer your questions without pressure, and to help you understand whether our support is the right fit for your family. Please get in touch to begin a conversation, and let us walk alongside you as you take this next step.
Care provided at AZ Caring Services
- Older person care
- Dementia care
- Learning disability and autism support
- Physical disability support
- Sensory impairment support
- Younger adults care
- Covers approximately 10 miles
- Last CQC inspection: 31 May 2019
Read the full inspection report on the CQC website.
How AZ Caring Services Ltd compares in Ashford
Measured against the 39 home care agencies registered in Ashford.
- CQC rating
- Good. 17 of the 39 agencies (44%) are rated Good or Outstanding. Across Kent the figure is 42%.
- Latest report
- 29 September 2020. 13 of the 39 agencies have published a newer inspection report since.
- Registered
- March 2018. 25 of the 39 agencies registered more recently.
- Provider
- 2 services. A Z Caring Services Ltd runs 2 adult social care services.
Powered by Orrery Intelligence. Data: CQC register and Food Standards Agency ratings. Counts cover registered home care agencies in Ashford.
The local picture: Ashford
What the numbers say about home care in Ashford, in Kent.
What home care costs
| Type of care | What it costs |
|---|
| Hourly care visits, Kent | £28.50 to £39.15 an hour (Middle half of prices from 7 agencies. Median £32.00.) |
| What Kent pays | £28.05 an hour (Average hourly rate, October 2026.) |
| Homecare Association minimum price | £34.42 an hour (2026 to 2027. The Association's estimate of the lowest price that covers the cost of delivering care. It is not a legal minimum.) |
| Live in care, England | £1,250 to £1,668 a week (Middle half of prices from 62 agencies. Median £1,455.) |
Published prices come from agencies that publish rates, so treat them as a guide. Ask the agency for its own price.
- People aged 75 and over: 15,000. Rising to 17,600 by 2035, up 18%
- People aged 85 and over: 3,700. Rising to 6,000 by 2035, up 61%
- Living with dementia, aged 65 and over (estimate): 1,900. Rising to 2,500 by 2035, up 30%
- Dementia diagnosis rate: 58%. The NHS ambition is 67%. Kent as a whole is 62%.
- Agencies in the borough, last 12 months: 3 opened, 1 closed. 36 registered today.
- Choice of agencies: 40 within 10 miles. In a typical neighbourhood. The nearest is under a mile away (0.7 miles).
Powered by Orrery Intelligence. Market model built 22 October 2026 (ONS 2022 based population projections, dementia estimates, CQC register), published home care rates, Homecare Association.
Good to know about AZ Caring Services Ltd
Facts from public registers, and what the agency has told us.
- Registered with CQC
- 20 March 2018, so 8 years.
- Run by
- A Z Caring Services Ltd, which runs 2 adult social care services in England. All 1 that have a rating are rated Good or Outstanding.
- Service type
- Personal care in people's own homes (domiciliary care).
- Where it covers
- Not yet confirmed by the agency. Check that your postcode is covered before you rely on it.
- Live in, overnight and 24 hour care
- Not yet confirmed. The agency can add these when it claims its profile.
Sources: CQC register and the agency's own entries. Anything marked not yet confirmed is shown as unknown rather than guessed.
Common questions about AZ Caring Services
Where is AZ Caring Services located?
AZ Caring Services is a home care agency based in Ashford, Kent (TN24 9HT), providing care to people in their own homes within approximately 10 miles of the area.
What type of care does AZ Caring Services provide?
AZ Caring Services is registered to provide care in people’s own homes, with support that includes Older person care, Dementia care, Learning disability and autism support, Physical disability support, Sensory impairment support, Younger adults care. The full list of services is shown on this page.
What is AZ Caring Services's CQC rating?
AZ Caring Services is registered with and inspected by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). Its most recent overall rating is Good following its last inspection on 31 May 2019. You can read the full CQC report from the link on this page.
Does AZ Caring Services provide dementia care?
Yes. AZ Caring Services supports people living with dementia. We recommend contacting the agency directly to discuss your individual situation.
Questions families ask about AZ Caring Services
Can they support someone living with dementia at home?
Yes. Yes. AZ Caring Services Ltd is registered for dementia care in people's own homes.
Can they help with medication and nursing tasks?
Ask the home. Most home care agencies prompt or give medication but do not provide nursing tasks. Ask what their carers are trained to do.
Do they cover our area?
Yes. AZ Caring Services Ltd covers roughly 10 miles from Ashford.
Will the council help pay?
Ask the home. The agency has not told us which funding it accepts. Most take both council funded and self funded clients; a direct payment from the council can be used to pay them.
Typical home care fees in the South East
AZ Caring Services Ltd has not published its fees yet. These are typical hourly rates for the South East, so you know roughly what to expect before you call.
- Home care (per hour): £29 to £35 per hour, typical range
Indicative figures for the South East, not a quote from AZ Caring Services Ltd. Actual fees depend on the room, the level of care and how it is funded.
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