Hawkhurst House Proactive Assessment Unit
Hawkhurst House Proactive Assessment Unit is a nursing home in Cranbrook, Kent (TN18 5EF). It holds a CQC rating of Good.
About Hawkhurst House Proactive Assessment Unit
Hawkhurst House is a nursing home in Cranbrook, Kent, and our work here has a particular focus on assessment. We care for older people and younger adults who need qualified nursing alongside help with daily living, including people living with dementia, people with a physical disability and people with a visual or hearing impairment, and we take respite bookings as well. A good deal of what we do is working out what somebody actually needs. People often arrive at a moment of upheaval, perhaps after a hospital stay or a period when things at home stopped being manageable, and decisions taken in a hurry at that point are rarely the right ones. Giving someone time in a settled place, with nurses on hand and people watching carefully, produces a far clearer picture of what support they need next and where they ought to be. Alongside that, we keep ordinary life going. People choose how their day runs, keep their own belongings with them, eat what they actually want and see their families whenever they like. Being assessed should not mean being put on hold. We talk straightforwardly with relatives and with the professionals involved, particularly when a recommendation is taking shape, so that nothing arrives as a surprise. Our most recent inspection by the Care Quality Commission rated us good overall. Please contact us if you would like to discuss nursing or respite care in this part of Kent.
Care provided at Hawkhurst House Proactive Assessment Unit
- Older person care
- Dementia care
- Physical disability support
- Sensory impairment support
- Younger adults care
- Respite care
- Last CQC inspection: 11 December 2025
Read the full inspection report on the CQC website.
How Hawkhurst House Proactive Assessment Unit compares in Tunbridge Wells
Measured against the 31 care homes for older people registered in Tunbridge Wells. The dark dot is this home.
- Size
- 31 places. Smaller than 21 of the 31 homes. The local average is 44 places.
- CQC rating
- Good. 24 of the 31 homes (77%) are rated Good or Outstanding. Across Kent the figure is 68%.
- Latest report
- 11 December 2025. 1 of the 31 homes has published a newer inspection report since.
- Registered
- January 2022. One of the newer homes in the area. Only 5 of the 31 have registered more recently.
- Care offered
- Nursing and dementia care. Of the 31 homes, 17 offer nursing care and 17 offer dementia care.
Powered by Orrery Intelligence. Data: CQC register and Food Standards Agency ratings. Counts cover registered care homes for older people in Tunbridge Wells.
The local picture: Tunbridge Wells
What the numbers say about care for older people in Tunbridge Wells, in Kent.
What care costs in Kent, per week
| Type of care | What the council pays | What self-funders are typically asked |
|---|---|---|
| Residential care | £1,187 | £1,409 to £1,600 (Middle half of prices from 22 Kent homes. Median £1,500.) |
| Nursing care | £1,378 | £1,550 to £1,865 (Middle half of prices from 11 Kent homes. Median £1,605.) |
| Residential dementia care | Not published separately | £1,500 to £1,619 (Middle half of prices from 18 Kent homes. Median £1,500.) |
| Nursing dementia care | Not published separately | £1,975 to £2,226 (South East figure, because too few Kent homes publish this price. 37 homes. Median £2,050.) |
Published prices are often starting prices, and come from homes that publish fees, so treat them as a guide. Ask the home for its own price.
- People aged 75 and over: 13,300. Rising to 15,500 by 2035, up 17%
- People aged 85 and over: 4,000. Rising to 6,000 by 2035, up 52%
- Living with dementia, aged 65 and over (estimate): 1,800. Rising to 2,300 by 2035, up 28%
- Dementia diagnosis rate: 69%. The NHS ambition is 67%. Kent as a whole is 62%.
- Care home beds per 1,000 people aged 75+: 94. Kent average is 77.
- Care homes, last 12 months: 0 opened, 0 closed. 3 changed owner, covering 126 beds.
- Care home beds filled across Kent: 88%. The 12 month average is 88%.
- Who pays, across Kent (estimate): 35% council, 43% self. The rest is NHS funded or other.
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Good to know about Hawkhurst House Proactive Assessment Unit
Facts from public registers, and what is close by.
- Registered with CQC
- 18 January 2022, so 4 years.
- Run by
- Hawkhurst House PAU Limited, which runs this service only.
Sources: CQC register, Food Standards Agency, OpenStreetMap contributors. Distances are in a straight line from the postcode, not walking or driving routes.
Local services near Hawkhurst House Proactive Assessment Unit
The closest places to this home, measured in a straight line from its postcode. They are the nearest, not necessarily the ones the home uses. Ask the home which GP, dentist and pharmacy its residents are registered with.
Nearest 24 hour A&E
- Tunbridge Wells Hospital, Pembury, 10.7 miles away
It is about 10.7 miles in a straight line from the postcode. The drive is usually longer. In an emergency call 999; the ambulance may take you elsewhere.
Nearest GP practices
- Weald View Medical Practice - Hawkhurst, 0.7 miles away
- Orchard End Surgery, 2.8 miles away
- Old School Surgery, 3.2 miles away
Nearest dentists
- Stonerock Dental Care, 0.6 miles away (NHS.uk details)
- The Tanyard and Golding Dental Group, 3 miles away (NHS.uk details)
- Crane Dental Surgery, 3 miles away (NHS.uk details)
Nearest pharmacies
- Hawkhurst Pharmacy, 0.6 miles away
- Cranbrook Pharmacy, 3 miles away
- Ticehurst Pharmacy, 4.4 miles away
Nearest railway stations
- Etchingham Station, 4.2 miles away
- Robertsbridge Station, 5.2 miles away
- Stonegate Station, 6.7 miles away
Around Hawkhurst House Proactive Assessment Unit
- H: Hawkhurst House Proactive Assessment Unit
- A: 24 hour A&E
- G: GP practice
- D: Dentist
- P: Pharmacy
- S: Railway station
Straight line distances, not routes. Places very close to the home are spread out slightly so they can be told apart.
Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Practice and pharmacy details from the NHS England Organisation Data Service. A&E sites from NHS England A&E data and the Organisation Data Service. Railway stations from the Department for Transport NaPTAN dataset. Distances are straight line and approximate.
Common questions about Hawkhurst House Proactive Assessment Unit
Where is Hawkhurst House Proactive Assessment Unit located?
Hawkhurst House Proactive Assessment Unit is a nursing home in Cranbrook, Kent, TN18 5EF. You can view its exact location and get directions from the map on this page.
What type of care does Hawkhurst House Proactive Assessment Unit provide?
Hawkhurst House Proactive Assessment Unit is registered to provide nursing and personal care, with support that includes Older person care, Dementia care, Physical disability support, Sensory impairment support, Younger adults care, Respite care. The full list of services is shown on this page.
What is Hawkhurst House Proactive Assessment Unit's CQC rating?
Hawkhurst House Proactive Assessment Unit is registered with and inspected by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). Its most recent overall rating is Good following its last inspection on 11 December 2025. You can read the full CQC report from the link on this page.
Does Hawkhurst House Proactive Assessment Unit provide dementia care?
Yes. Hawkhurst House Proactive Assessment Unit supports people living with dementia. We recommend contacting the home directly to discuss your individual situation.
Does Hawkhurst House Proactive Assessment Unit offer respite or short-term care?
Yes. Hawkhurst House Proactive Assessment Unit offers respite and short-term care. Availability changes regularly, so it is best to enquire directly.
Questions families ask about Hawkhurst House Proactive Assessment Unit
Can Mum or Dad stay here if their dementia gets worse?
Yes. Hawkhurst House Proactive Assessment Unit 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?
Yes. Yes. Hawkhurst House Proactive Assessment Unit is registered to provide nursing care, so registered nurses are part of the team.
Can they try a short stay before deciding?
Yes. Yes. Hawkhurst House Proactive Assessment Unit 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?
Yes. Yes. Hawkhurst House Proactive Assessment Unit supports younger adults as well as older people.
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
Hawkhurst House Proactive Assessment Unit 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
- Nursing care: £1,350 to £1,750 per week per person, typical range
Indicative figures for the South East, not a quote from Hawkhurst House Proactive Assessment Unit. Actual fees depend on the room, the level of care and how it is funded.
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