Kent Enablement at Home is a home care agency operated by Kent County Council, based in West Malling, Kent.
Dementia home care agencies in West Malling
6 agencies
There are 6 dementia home care agencies in and around West Malling on AskBart. 100% of those rated by the CQC are Good or Outstanding, against 79% nationally (CQC data, November 2026). The most recent inspection was at Absolute Home Care Kent Limited in August 2019.
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Home care agencies (6)
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Myable Care Limited is a home care agency based in West Malling, Kent.
Tammy J Care Services is a home care agency based in West Malling, Kent.
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Crossroads Care Kent is a home care agency based in Maidstone, Kent.
Absolute Home Care Kent Limited is a home care agency based in West Malling, Kent, providing care and support to people in their own homes.
Complete Home Care is a home care agency based in Aylesford, Kent.
Key facts: West Malling
| Dementia home care agencies listed | 6 |
|---|---|
| Rated Good or Outstanding | 3 of 3 (100%) |
| Rated Outstanding | 0 |
| Rated Requires improvement or Inadequate | 0 |
| Kent usual weekly rate (2025) | £1,187 |
| Most recently inspected | Absolute Home Care Kent Limited (August 2019) |
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 West Malling
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 West Malling
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 West Malling
Average weekly costs for the main types of care, so you can see how West Malling compares with the wider Kent area and the UK.
| Type of care | West Malling | 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 (West Malling 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 West Malling?
AskBart lists 6 dementia home care agencies in and around West Malling, each with its latest CQC rating.
How are dementia home care agencies in West Malling rated?
Of the 3 inspected, 0 are rated Outstanding, 3 Good, 0 Requires improvement and 0 Inadequate by the Care Quality Commission.
How do I choose between dementia home care agencies in West Malling?
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 West Malling?
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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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