Liberty Lodge
Liberty Lodge is a home care agency in Folkestone, Kent (CT19 5AS). It holds a CQC rating of Good.
About Liberty Lodge
Here at Liberty Lodge, we provide home care support to people living in Folkestone and the surrounding areas of Kent. We work with a wide range of individuals, including older adults, younger adults, people living with a learning disability or autism, those experiencing mental health difficulties, and people with visual or hearing impairments. We also support individuals who are working through challenges related to alcohol or drug misuse. Whatever someone's situation, we try to meet them where they are and build support around their actual life rather than a one size fits all approach. Being based in Folkestone means we understand the local community. Our staff are part of this area too, and that familiarity matters when you are inviting someone into your home and trusting them with your day to day life. We take that trust seriously. We are proud that our most recent inspection by the Care Quality Commission resulted in a rating of good across the board. That outcome reflects the work our team puts in every day, and it gives families and individuals confidence when they are making what can often feel like a difficult decision about accepting care at home. Home care means different things to different people. For some it might be support with personal care or medication. For others it could be companionship, help with daily routines, or assistance managing in the community. We are flexible in how we work and we listen carefully to what people actually want from their support, not just what they are assessed as needing on paper. If you are thinking about care for yourself or a loved one, we would always encourage you to get in touch for a conversation. There is no pressure, and we are happy to answer questions and talk things through at whatever pace suits you.
Care provided at Liberty Lodge
- Older person care
- Mental health care
- Learning disability and autism support
- Sensory impairment support
- Younger adults care
- Substance misuse support
- Covers approximately 10 miles
- Last CQC inspection: 7 August 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 Liberty Lodge Limited. Report published 7 August 2019.
- 27 June 2019
- 4 people using the service at the time
Safe
Inspectors found that people's safety was promoted and risks to them had been reduced. Staff understood their safeguarding responsibilities and had been trained. Medicines were given safely, equipment was serviced and staff were recruited safely.
Effective
Inspectors found that staff had been trained to meet people's needs and worked well together to give joined up care and support. People were supported to have choice and control of their lives, in the least restrictive way possible. The service's policies and systems supported this.
Caring
Inspectors found that staff treated each person with compassion and kindness. The staff team were committed to improving people's self-worth and well-being.
Responsive
Inspectors found that people's care centred around their needs and preferences. Staff support was planned with people, taking into account their social activities. People had achieved things for the first time, including life skills, activities and going abroad on holiday.
Well-led
Inspectors found that staff felt there was an open culture where their views were listened to and respected. Staff felt supported by the management team. The registered manager worked alongside care staff to support them and observe practice. Feedback was used to improve the service.
What people told the inspectors
Inspectors found that people enjoyed living at the service and had done so for a number of years. Relatives told inspectors that people's quality of life had improved because of the support from staff.
Since the last inspection
Rated Good in August 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.
- 7 August 2019: Routine inspection, rated Good. This inspection gave the current rating.
- 6 December 2016: Routine inspection, rated Good
- 17 July 2013: Routine inspection
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 Liberty Lodge Limited compares in Folkestone and Hythe
Measured against the 19 home care agencies registered in Folkestone and Hythe.
- CQC rating
- Good. 8 of the 19 agencies (42%) are rated Good or Outstanding. Across Kent the figure is 42%.
- Latest report
- 7 August 2019. 5 of the 19 agencies have published a newer inspection report since.
- Registered
- April 2012. One of the longer established agencies. 15 of the 19 registered more recently.
- Provider
- One service. Liberty Lodge Limited runs this agency only.
Powered by Orrery Intelligence. Data: CQC register and Food Standards Agency ratings. Counts cover registered home care agencies in Folkestone and Hythe.
The local picture: Folkestone and Hythe
What the numbers say about home care in Folkestone and Hythe, 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: 15,700. Rising to 18,000 by 2035, up 15%
- People aged 85 and over: 4,000. Rising to 6,200 by 2035, up 57%
- Living with dementia, aged 65 and over (estimate): 2,000. Rising to 2,500 by 2035, up 27%
- Dementia diagnosis rate: 59%. The NHS ambition is 67%. Kent as a whole is 62%.
- Agencies in the borough, last 12 months: 2 opened, 0 closed. 16 registered today.
- Choice of agencies: 26 within 10 miles. In a typical neighbourhood. The nearest is under a mile away (0.5 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 Liberty Lodge Limited
Facts from public registers, and what the agency has told us.
- Registered with CQC
- 26 April 2012, so 14 years.
- Run by
- Liberty Lodge Limited, 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 Liberty Lodge
Where is Liberty Lodge located?
Liberty Lodge is a home care agency based in Folkestone, Kent (CT19 5AS), providing care to people in their own homes within approximately 10 miles of the area.
What type of care does Liberty Lodge provide?
Liberty Lodge is registered to provide care in people’s own homes, with support that includes Older person care, Mental health care, Learning disability and autism support, Sensory impairment support, Younger adults care, Substance misuse support. The full list of services is shown on this page.
What is Liberty Lodge's CQC rating?
Liberty Lodge is registered with and inspected by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). Its most recent overall rating is Good following its last inspection on 7 August 2019. You can read the full CQC report from the link on this page.
Questions families ask about Liberty Lodge
Can they support someone living with dementia at home?
No. Liberty Lodge Limited does not list dementia care on the CQC register. Choose an agency that does if dementia is part of the picture.
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. Liberty Lodge Limited covers roughly 10 miles from Folkestone.
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
Liberty Lodge Limited 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 Liberty Lodge Limited. Actual fees depend on the room, the level of care and how it is funded.
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