Authentic Kare
Authentic Kare is a home care agency in Kettering, North Northamptonshire (NN16 8BH). It holds a CQC rating of Good.
About Authentic Kare
We at Authentic Kare Kettering are proud to provide compassionate home care across Kettering and the wider North Northamptonshire community, supporting people to live well and safely in the place they know best, their own home. Operating throughout Kettering and the surrounding NN postcode area, our team travels to those who need us, bringing personalised support directly to the doorsteps of residents across this welcoming East Midlands town. Whether you live in a quiet residential street, a town centre flat, or a village on the outskirts, our carers are committed to fitting seamlessly into your daily life and familiar routines, helping you remain comfortable in the surroundings you love. Our specialisms reflect the breadth of needs we are able to meet. We support adults living with dementia, helping families navigate changes whilst preserving dignity, routine, and meaningful connection. For people with learning disabilities or autism, we focus on enabling independence, choice, and confidence in everyday activities. We also assist those managing mental health conditions, eating disorders, or recovery from alcohol and drug misuse, offering steady, non-judgemental support that respects each person's journey. Residents with physical disabilities or visual and hearing impairments receive thoughtful, practical care designed to remove barriers and promote autonomy. In practice, this means tailored care plans, consistent carers who get to know you personally, and an approach that treats every individual as the expert on their own life. For families, it means peace of mind knowing your loved one is being supported with skill, kindness, and genuine attentiveness. Our most recent CQC inspection, carried out in May 2023, awarded us a rating of Good across every domain assessed, Safe, Effective, Caring, Responsive, and Well led. This consistent recognition reflects the values we hold dear: safe practice, effective support, warm and respectful relationships, responsiveness to changing needs, and strong leadership that listens to staff, residents, and families alike. It is independent assurance that the standards we set ourselves are being met every day. Choosing home care is a deeply personal decision, and we understand the courage it takes to reach out. If you are exploring support for yourself or a loved one in Kettering, we warmly invite you to get in touch. We would be delighted to listen, answer your questions, and help you take the next step with confidence and care.
Care provided at Authentic Kare
- Dementia care
- Mental health care
- Learning disability and autism support
- Physical disability support
- Sensory impairment support
- Eating disorder support
- Substance misuse support
- Covers approximately 10 miles
- Last CQC inspection: 23 May 2023
Read the full inspection report on the CQC website.
Common questions about Authentic Kare
Where is Authentic Kare located?
Authentic Kare is a home care agency based in Kettering, North Northamptonshire (NN16 8BH), providing care to people in their own homes within approximately 10 miles of the area.
What type of care does Authentic Kare provide?
Authentic Kare is registered to provide care in people’s own homes, with support that includes Dementia care, Mental health care, Learning disability and autism support, Physical disability support, Sensory impairment support, Eating disorder support. The full list of services is shown on this page.
What is Authentic Kare's CQC rating?
Authentic Kare is registered with and inspected by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). Its most recent overall rating is Good following its last inspection on 23 May 2023. You can read the full CQC report from the link on this page.
Does Authentic Kare provide dementia care?
Yes. Authentic Kare supports people living with dementia. We recommend contacting the agency directly to discuss your individual situation.
Questions families ask about Authentic Kare
Can they support someone living with dementia at home?
Yes. Yes. Authentic Kare Kettering 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. Authentic Kare Kettering covers roughly 10 miles from Kettering.
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 East Midlands
Authentic Kare Kettering has not published its fees yet. These are typical hourly rates for the East Midlands, so you know roughly what to expect before you call.
- Home care (per hour): £26 to £31 per hour, typical range
Indicative figures for the East Midlands, not a quote from Authentic Kare Kettering. Actual fees depend on the room, the level of care and how it is funded.
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