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VerifiedChannel Community Care Ltd is a home care agency based in Folkestone, Kent.
Fees on request
Dementia home care agencies in Folkestone
6 agencies
There are 6 dementia home care agencies in and around Folkestone on AskBart. 75% of those rated by the CQC are Good or Outstanding, against 79% nationally (CQC data, November 2026). The most recent inspection was at Expertise Homecare (South East Coast) in October 2021.
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Home care agencies (6)
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- Outstanding
- Good
- Requires improvement
- Not rated
VerifiedCQC Good
Helping Hands Folkestone is a home care agency run by Midshires Care Ltd.
CQC:Safe: GoodWell-led: Good
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VerifiedCQC Requires improvement
Expertise Homecare (South East Coast) is a home care agency based in Folkestone, Kent, providing care and support to people in their own homes.
CQC:Safe: Requires improvementWell-led: Requires improvement
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VerifiedCQC Good
Home Instead Senior Care is a home care agency based in Folkestone, Kent.
CQC:Safe: GoodWell-led: Good
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VerifiedOne Step South Domiciliary Care Agency is a home care provider based in Folkestone, Kent.
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VerifiedCQC Outstanding
Folkestone Home Care is a domiciliary care provider based in Folkestone, Kent, delivering care and support in people's own homes.
CQC:Safe: GoodWell-led: Outstanding
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Key facts: Folkestone
| Dementia home care agencies listed | 6 |
|---|---|
| Rated Good or Outstanding | 3 of 4 (75%) |
| Rated Outstanding | 1 |
| Rated Requires improvement or Inadequate | 1 |
| Kent usual weekly rate (2025) | £1,187 |
| Most recently inspected | Expertise Homecare (South East Coast) (October 2021) |
Outstanding1
Good2
Requires improvement1
Not yet rated2
Data: CQC register, updated November 2026. Figures are for the homes listed on this page.
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CQC quality of home care in Folkestone
Rated Good or Outstanding
3/ 4 rated
Outstanding
1
Newly registered (awaiting rating)
2
Every agency here is regulated by the Care Quality Commission. Each profile shows the full CQC breakdown — whether the service is safe, effective, caring, responsive and well-led.
What home care costs in Folkestone
Visiting care typically costs £22–£30 per hour across the UK. That’s a typical range, not a local quote, so ask each agency for a written quote. For context, Kent council’s published cost-of-care rate was around £1,187/week (2025). Your home isn’t counted in the means test while care is provided there. Kent council carries out the free care needs assessment.
Typical costs · Paying for home care · Agency or private carer · Support at home
What later-life care costs in Folkestone
Average weekly costs for the main types of care, so you can see how Folkestone compares with the wider Kent area and the UK.
| Type of care | Folkestone | Kent avg | UK average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residential care home | — | £1,389 | £1,200 |
| Nursing care home | — | £1,409 | £1,500 |
| Live-in care (est.) | — | — | ~£1,400 |
| Visiting care, 20 hrs/wk (est.) | — | — | ~£460 |
Care-home figures are the average advertised private weekly fee across AskBart’s listings (Folkestone within ~5 miles; Kent county-wide); actual fees depend on the home, room and level of care. Home-care figures are typical UK estimates — we don’t yet hold verified local agency rates, so they aren’t shown per area. Always get written quotes. Model your own numbers with the care cost calculator.
Common questions
How many dementia home care agencies are there in Folkestone?
AskBart lists 6 dementia home care agencies in and around Folkestone, each with its latest CQC rating.
How are dementia home care agencies in Folkestone rated?
Of the 4 inspected, 1 is rated Outstanding, 2 Good, 1 Requires improvement and 0 Inadequate by the Care Quality Commission.
How do I choose between dementia home care agencies in Folkestone?
Start with the CQC rating and the latest inspection report, visit more than once, and ask how the home supports the person's needs. Our guide "Dementia live-in care: a guide" covers what to look for.
Weighing up your options in Folkestone?
Care needs change over time. Compare the other kinds of later-life care in Folkestone:
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Paying for care? See how care is funded and check what the council may pay.
Guides for families
- Care Home or Home Care? Pros and Cons (2026)
- Live-in Care Explained: the Alternative to a Care Home
- How Much Does A Carer Cost - The Ultimate Guide In 2025!
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