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Care Provided by Littlebourne House
Primary Care Categories
- Older Person Care
- Dementia
- Mental Health Condition
- Physical Disability
- Visual / Hearing Impairment
Length of Stay
- Permanent Care
- Respite Care
Care Types Provided
- Residential Care
- Dementia Residential Care
- For a maximum of 65 Service Users
Dementia Care TypesMild Dementia
Someone living with our definition of "mild dementia" might experience some or all of the following:
- Memory problems such as misplacing items and not be able to recall recent events (however, in some forms of dementia a person's memory may be unchanged)
- Difficulties thinking through problems and planning, making decisions
- Language and communication issues such as finding it difficult to recall the appropriate word in a conversation or following a conversation
- Poor orientation, getting lost in areas previously familiar to them
- Difficulty judging distances (more falls than usual)
- Changes in their normal mood including anxiety and depression
- In certain types of dementia, personality and behaviour changes may be present alongside or instead of issues with memory or concentration.
Moderate Dementia
Someone living with our definition of "moderate dementia" might experience some or all of the following:
- Worsened memory problems. Not always recognising own family members and friends. Repeating the same questions over and over again
- Worsened language and communication issues, forgetting what they are saying mid-sentence. Not being able to understand what someone else is saying
- More frequent confusion, e.g. about the time of day or where they are, including their own home
- Apathy, depression and anxiety
- Believing things that aren't true (paranoia)
- Frequent hallucinations
- Lack of emotional control, quick to anger, fearfulness, sadness
- Loss of inhibition
- Difficulties sleeping or waking during the night and behaving as though it is daytime - loss of circadian rhythm.
Advanced Dementia
Someone living with our definition of "severe dementia" might experience some or all of the following:
- Severe memory problems. Not recognising family members and friends. Not being able to recall their own name
- Severe language and communication issues, not being able to understand what someone else is saying
- Severe confusion, e.g. about the time of day or where they are, including their own home
- Apathy, depression and anxiety
- Believing things that aren't true (paranoia)
- Frequent hallucinations
- Lack of emotional control, quick to anger, fearfulness, sadness
- Loss of inhibition
- Difficulties sleeping or waking during the night and behaving as though it is daytime - loss of circadian rhythm.
Verbally or physically aggressive behaviour
If your loved one displays this type of behaviour you may need a care home that has specially trained staff. Verbal/physical aggression is often defined:
- Consistent shouting and screaming
- Verbal abuse
- Physical abuse
How we define Dementia Care Types
Mild Dementia
Someone living with our definition of "mild dementia" might experience some or all of the following:
- Memory problems such as misplacing items and not be able to recall recent events (however, in some forms of dementia a person's memory may be unchanged)
- Difficulties thinking through problems and planning, making decisions
- Language and communication issues such as finding it difficult to recall the appropriate word in a conversation or following a conversation
- Poor orientation, getting lost in areas previously familiar to them
- Difficulty judging distances (more falls than usual)
- Changes in their normal mood including anxiety and depression
- In certain types of dementia, personality and behaviour changes may be present alongside or instead of issues with memory or concentration.
Moderate Dementia
Someone living with our definition of "moderate dementia" might experience some or all of the following:
- Worsened memory problems. Not always recognising own family members and friends. Repeating the same questions over and over again
- Worsened language and communication issues, forgetting what they are saying mid-sentence. Not being able to understand what someone else is saying
- More frequent confusion, e.g. about the time of day or where they are, including their own home
- Apathy, depression and anxiety
- Believing things that aren't true (paranoia)
- Frequent hallucinations
- Lack of emotional control, quick to anger, fearfulness, sadness
- Loss of inhibition
- Difficulties sleeping or waking during the night and behaving as though it is daytime - loss of circadian rhythm.
Advanced Dementia
Someone living with our definition of "severe dementia" might experience some or all of the following:
- Severe memory problems. Not recognising family members and friends. Not being able to recall their own name
- Severe language and communication issues, not being able to understand what someone else is saying
- Severe confusion, e.g. about the time of day or where they are, including their own home
- Apathy, depression and anxiety
- Believing things that aren't true (paranoia)
- Frequent hallucinations
- Lack of emotional control, quick to anger, fearfulness, sadness
- Loss of inhibition
- Difficulties sleeping or waking during the night and behaving as though it is daytime - loss of circadian rhythm.
Verbally or physically aggressive behaviour
If your loved one displays this type of behaviour you may need a care home that has specially trained staff. Verbal/physical aggression is often defined:
- Consistent shouting and screaming
- Verbal abuse
- Physical abuse
How we define Dementia Care Types
- Mild Dementia
- Moderate Dementia
Other Care Provided
- Parkinson's Disease
- Stroke
- Palliative / End of Life Care
- COPD/Pulmonary Disease
- Convalescent Care
Facilities
- Own Furniture if required
- Pet Friendly (or by arrangement)
- Smoking not permitted
- Close to Local shops
- Near Public Transport
- Minibus or other transport
- Lift
- Stairlift
- Wheelchair Access
- Gardens
- Residents Kitchenette
- Phone Point in own room
- Television point in own room
- Residents Internet Access
Funding & Fees
Weekly Charges per Person
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Funding Types Accepted
- Self-Funding (Private)
- Local Authority with Top-up
- Local Authority
- NHS Continuing Healthcare (CHC)
Good to Know
Owner
- Littlebourne House Ltd
- Private Owned
Person in charge
- Janet Young (Manager)
Local Authority / Social Services
Admission Information
- Ages 65+
Care Home Design/Build
- Purpose Built: No
- Last Refurbishment: 2024
- Number of floors: 2
Room Information
- Single Rooms (59)
- Couples/Companion Rooms (3)
- Single Rooms with ensuite Wet Room (3)
Visiting
- Open house- Everyone is welcome
Parking
- Parking onsite
Littlebourne House Reviews (10)
Littlebourne House has a Review Score of 8.9 (8.901) out of 10, based on 6 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Littlebourne House has 10 reviews.
My mum is thriving at Littlebourne House the staff both admin and caring are friendly and do a great job. After the passing of my father mums Alzheimer accelerated the home is a lovely environment for her and she tells me she very much likes it there. Very impressive.
Although my father is now the only resident I have at the home, my mother and aunt both spent some time there. The staff are very caring and do their very best to assist the residents and make their stay as comfortable as possible. The Management is super and if you are at all worried about something they are always ready to help. The home is very clean and smells very pleasant - not all do i'm afraid. The owners are always maintaining the building inside and out, which is great to see. There are plenty of things going on for those who are able to join in and they really do try to get everyone involved on a daily basis. However, if you want some quiet time residents are more than welcome to spend time in their rooms or sit in a quiet zone. The gardens are wonderful with the river running through at the bottom, which my father loves. I would have no hesitation in recommending anyone thinking of placing a loved one at Littlebourne House.
My father lived here for 5 years and I am grateful for the excellent care that he received. We originally chose it partly because of the large beautiful garden which we often spent time in. We liked the atmosphere here, in comparison to other places we tried. As his dementia worsened, I have really appreciated the team of staff and their skill at caring for people. For they are a team - whether they are carers, activities, kitchen staff or cleaners. I trust the Management and would say this: if you've reached the point of looking for a care home, then I highly recommend Littlebourne House. They really looked after my father well.
Our mother has been a resident at Littlebourne House for over three years and has not always been the easiest of residents. Nevertheless, she has been treated with kindness, dignity and respect and we know that she is surrounded by love. The staff are compassionate and dedicated professionals and we know that mum's best interests are at the heart of everything they do. We could not have found a better home for our mother and this has given us peace of mind during some challenging times.
We arranged for my aunt and uncle to spend the last few months of their lives at Littlebourne. We thought it would be a difficult transition for them both after living very independently, but we needn't have worried. The staff at Littlebourne are full of warmth and care and make them feel welcome. We are so very grateful to the manager and the team for the care they gave to them both.
If you are looking for excellent care then look no further, my dad who recently passed away spent fifteen and a half months at Littlebourne House and I cannot fault them in anyway, their commitment and dedication are paramount in everything that they do. The care they gave to my dad and the other residents was brilliant, the home is clean, tidy and never once were there any bad odours, every member of staff was warm and welcoming, the gardens are beautiful and they have a garden house for private parties or just for some quiet space, if you are looking for a home for yourself or a family member then I highly recommend you pay a visit.
Both my mother and father were residents at Littlebourne House. My mother died just before Christmas from dementia and my father last month from Alzheimer’s. We cannot thank the staff enough for all their kindness, care and support. Both my parents were very happy there and benefited enormously from being there. We would recommend Littlebourne House without hesitation.
I have been involved with Littlebourne House Nursing Home for over twelve years. My step-father, who suffered from vascular dementia, lived there for over five years, my mother had various respite stays and then spent the last two years of her life at Littlebourne House, and because of the excellent care they both received, we support an elderly friend who has chosen to live at Littlebourne House.
The home is family-owned, and the family are involved daily with the running of the home. Many staff have worked there for years, providing excellent continuity of care to residents. I cannot fault the loving care given to my family, nor would I hesitate to recommend Littlebourne House to anyone wanting to find a 'home from home' for their own relative. My experience is that they will be treated with love, care and respect.
Mum enjoys the freedom to spend time in her room or join the others in the large conservatory, and when the weather allows to sit by the river in the manicured gardens.
She also benefits from the hearing, sight, chiropodist and dental clinics.
My visits have all been unannounced. Littlebourne House has genuine warmth for all. Staff have time and communicate calmly and thoughtfully. There is constant kindness and encouragement. This is not another financially target-driven environment, thank God.
The common rooms are bright and comfortable with some nice decorative touches. There are plenty of seating options. My mum speaks highly of the staff, the food, the beautiful garden and the amazingly well-chosen music! Although new to the home, Mum is already showing signs of being happier than in a long time. So much is about people. The choice of staff is superior to other homes that I have visited and the facilities are a huge bonus.
Regulatory Rating
Care Quality Commission (CQC) Rating
Date: 03 September 2019Good
- CaringGood
- EffectiveGood
- ResponsiveGood
- SafeGood
- Well-ledGood
Inspection ratings
We rate most services according to how safe, effective, caring, responsive and well-led they are, using four levels:
- Outstanding - The service is performing exceptionally well.
- Good - The service is performing well and meeting our expectations.
- Requires Improvement - The service isn't performing as well as it should and we have told the service how it must improve.
- Inadequate - The service is performing badly and we've taken action against the person or organisation that runs it.
- Not rated - we have not yet rated this area of the service, this is normally because the assessments we have carried out have been focused on other key questions.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Littlebourne House
What types of Care is Littlebourne House registered for?
Older Person Care, Dementia, Mental Health Condition, Physical Disability, Visual / Hearing Impairment are the registered (by the Care Quality Commission) categories of Care.
How many Rooms does Littlebourne House have?
There are 59 Single Rooms and 3 Couples/Companion Rooms.
What are the Facilities & Services at Littlebourne House?
Own Furniture if required, Pet Friendly (or by arrangement), Smoking not permitted, Close to Local shops, Near Public Transport, Minibus or other transport, Lift, Stairlift, Wheelchair Access, Gardens, Residents Kitchenette, Phone Point in own room, Television point in own room, Residents Internet Access are some of the Facilities & Services.
How far is Littlebourne House to the centre of Canterbury?
3.8 mile(s) as the crow flies, distance by road may be significantly further.
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