Retons Care and Training Services
Retons Care and Training Services is a home care agency in Dartford, Kent (DA1 5FS). It holds a CQC rating of Good.
About Retons Care and Training Services
We at Retons Care and Training are proud to provide compassionate home care across Dartford and the surrounding Kent community, supporting people to live well and safely within the familiar comfort of their own homes. As a home care provider based in the DA postcode area, we bring our support directly to you. Rather than asking individuals to adapt to a new environment, we work around the routines, preferences, and personal spaces that make a house feel like home. Whether you live in a family property, a bungalow, sheltered accommodation, or a flat, our team travels to you across Dartford and the wider region to deliver care where it is needed most. Our specialisms reflect the diverse needs of the people we support. We provide dedicated older person care, helping with everyday tasks that may have become more challenging over time, from personal care and medication prompts to meal preparation and companionship. For those living with dementia, we offer patient, consistent support designed to reduce anxiety and preserve dignity, whilst giving family members the peace of mind that a familiar presence is checking in regularly. We also support younger adults and people with learning disabilities or autism, focusing on independence, choice, and building confidence in daily life. Our mental health support is delivered with sensitivity and without judgement, helping individuals maintain routines, engage with their communities, and feel genuinely heard. For those with physical disabilities or visual and hearing impairments, we tailor our approach carefully, ensuring communication and mobility support are matched to each person's individual needs. In practice, this means families can expect a care plan built around the person, not the condition. It means carers who take the time to understand what matters most, whether that is a preferred morning routine, a favourite meal, or the reassurance of a friendly chat. And it means one trusted team that can adapt as needs change over time. Our commitment to quality is reflected in our Care Quality Commission rating of Good across every domain assessed, covering how safe, effective, caring, responsive, and well led we are. This independent recognition offers families reassurance that the care we deliver meets the standards expected by the national regulator, and that our approach is consistent from the way we protect the people we support to the way we listen and respond to their wishes. Choosing home care is a deeply personal decision, and we understand the weight that comes with it. If you are exploring options for yourself or a loved one in Dartford or the surrounding area, we warmly invite you to get in touch. We are here to answer your questions, listen to your concerns, and help you feel confident about the next step.
Care provided at Retons Care and Training Services
- Older person care
- Dementia care
- Mental health care
- Learning disability and autism support
- Physical disability support
- Sensory impairment support
- Younger adults care
- Covers approximately 10 miles
- Last CQC inspection: 30 August 2019
Read the full inspection report on the CQC website.
How Retons Care and Training Services Ltd compares in Dartford
Measured against the 68 home care agencies registered in Dartford.
- CQC rating
- Good. 21 of the 68 agencies (31%) are rated Good or Outstanding. Across Kent the figure is 42%.
- Latest report
- 7 August 2021. 11 of the 68 agencies have published a newer inspection report since.
- Registered
- October 2015. One of the longer established agencies. 59 of the 68 registered more recently.
- Provider
- One service. Retons Care and Training Services Ltd runs this agency only.
Powered by Orrery Intelligence. Data: CQC register and Food Standards Agency ratings. Counts cover registered home care agencies in Dartford.
The local picture: Dartford
What the numbers say about home care in Dartford, 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: 8,500. Rising to 9,600 by 2035, up 13%
- People aged 85 and over: 2,400. Rising to 3,300 by 2035, up 37%
- Living with dementia, aged 65 and over (estimate): 1,100. Rising to 1,400 by 2035, up 21%
- Dementia diagnosis rate: 78%. The NHS ambition is 67%. Kent as a whole is 62%.
- Agencies in the borough, last 12 months: 1 opened, 0 closed. 67 registered today.
- Choice of agencies: 651 within 10 miles. In a typical neighbourhood. The nearest is under a mile away (0.4 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 Retons Care and Training Services Ltd
Facts from public registers, and what the agency has told us.
- Registered with CQC
- 22 October 2015, so 11 years.
- Run by
- Retons Care and Training Services Ltd, which runs this service only.
- 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 Retons Care and Training Services
Where is Retons Care and Training Services located?
Retons Care and Training Services is a home care agency based in Dartford, Kent (DA1 5FS), providing care to people in their own homes within approximately 10 miles of the area.
What type of care does Retons Care and Training Services provide?
Retons Care and Training Services is registered to provide care in people’s own homes, with support that includes Older person care, Dementia care, Mental health care, Learning disability and autism support, Physical disability support, Sensory impairment support. The full list of services is shown on this page.
What is Retons Care and Training Services's CQC rating?
Retons Care and Training Services is registered with and inspected by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). Its most recent overall rating is Good following its last inspection on 30 August 2019. You can read the full CQC report from the link on this page.
Does Retons Care and Training Services provide dementia care?
Yes. Retons Care and Training Services supports people living with dementia. We recommend contacting the agency directly to discuss your individual situation.
Questions families ask about Retons Care and Training Services
Can they support someone living with dementia at home?
Yes. Yes. Retons Care and Training 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. Retons Care and Training Services Ltd covers roughly 10 miles from Dartford.
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
Retons Care and Training 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 Retons Care and Training Services Ltd. Actual fees depend on the room, the level of care and how it is funded.
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