Brabourne Care Centre

209 Hythe Road, Willesborough, Ashford, Kent TN24 8PL

Very friendly staff. Have been to others to visit my uncle and nowhere is as good as BrabourneDave M(Nephew of Resident/Service User)

The whole team have gone above and beyond whilst caring for my dadNicolette G(Daughter of Resident/Service User)

nothing is too much trouble.N P(Daughter of Resident/Service User)

Very friendly staff. Have been to others to visit my uncle and nowhere is as good as BrabourneDave M(Nephew of Resident/Service User)

The whole team have gone above and beyond whilst caring for my dadNicolette G(Daughter of Resident/Service User)

nothing is too much trouble.N P(Daughter of Resident/Service User)

Brabourne Care Centre opened in 2006 and provides bespoke care packages for a range of needs from residential and dementia to convalescent and end-of-life care.

Facilities include lounges and en-suite rooms and a well established garden, where residents are encouraged to enjoy their independence and make the most of every day.

The team respond to the changing physical, personal and social needs of residents. By taking time to get to know... Read more

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Care Provided by Brabourne Care Centre

Primary Care Categories

Older Person Care
Dementia
Physical Disability
Visual / Hearing Impairment
Younger Adults

Length of Stay

Permanent Care
Respite Care

Care Types Provided

Residential Care
Nursing Care
Dementia Residential Care
Dementia Nursing Care
For a maximum of 82 Service Users

Dementia Care Types

Mild Dementia
Moderate Dementia
Advanced/Complex Dementia

Other Care Provided

Parkinson's Disease
Stroke
Palliative / End of Life Care
COPD/Pulmonary Disease
Convalescent Care
Acquired Brain Injury (ABI)

Facilities

Own Furniture if required
Close to Local shops
Near Public Transport
Minibus or other transport
Lift
Wheelchair Access
Gardens
Phone Point in own room
Television point in own room
Residents Internet Access

Funding & Fees

Weekly Charges per Person

Type of care	Permanent	Respite
Residential Care	From £1,725	From £1,955
Residential Dementia Care	From £1,824	From £2,054
Nursing Care	From £1,988	From £2,218
Nursing Dementia Care	From £2,169	From £2,234

nursing fees plus FNC

The price(s) shown are provided by the care home. Contact Brabourne Care Centre for full pricing details and T&Cs.

Contact Brabourne Care Centre to confirm what's included and get a personalised quote:

Funding Types Accepted

Self-Funding (Private)
Local Authority with Top-up
Local Authority
NHS Continuing Healthcare (CHC)

Support you may be entitled to

If you choose a care home based in England, you may be eligible for NHS Funded Nursing Care (FNC), which helps cover the cost of nursing. This is worth £267.68 per week and is usually paid directly to the care home.

Good to Know

Group / Owner

Opus Care Ltd
Private Owned

Person in charge

Genevieve Rodrigues (Manager)

Local Authority / Social Services

Admission Information

Ages 60+

Care Home Design/Build

Purpose Built: Yes
Year Purpose Built: 2006
Number of floors: 3

Room Information

Single Rooms (82)

Regulatory Rating

Care Quality Commission (CQC) Rating

Date: 12 January 2022

Overall
Requires improvement

CaringGood
EffectiveGood
ResponsiveGood
SafeRequires improvement
Well-ledRequires improvement

Care Quality Commission is responsible for the registration and inspection of social care services in England.View Latest Report

Bed Vacancies

Please contact us for latest vacancies.

News (2) & Events (0)

News

16 Jul 2026
Brabourne Care centre was recently asked to host a roundtable discussion on workforce challenges during Care Home Open Week. We were joined by professionals across the sector who led conversation...
11 Nov 2024
We thoroughly enjoyed getting together with residents, families and friends at our recent cheese and wine event. A fabulous buffet provided by our kitchen team, lovely conversation with staff and...

Upcoming Events

There are no upcoming events for Brabourne Care Centre.

Awards / Recognitions (0)

There are currently no awards/recognitions posted yet for Brabourne Care Centre.

Accreditations

There are no accreditations posted yet for Brabourne Care Centre.

Meet the Team (6)

Genevieve RodriguesJob Title ManagerJoined 2018

I am passionate about supporting residents to live well, feel valued and thrive. My focus is to deliver exceptional care and create a wonderful place to call home.

I have 12 years experience of commissioning and managing high quality nursing care facilities throughout the industry. My business leadership qualifications and experience brought me to join Opus Care in 2018 as this environment enables me to balance my skills and my desire to ensure that the happiness of elderly residents is at the heart of all we do.

Opus Care holds a unique position in Kent, established by medical professionals to create the best quality nursing facility within a modern, purpose built environment. It is a privilege to work alongside a compassionate, talented and devoted team. Spending time with our communities of happy, settled residents and speaking with reassured families always makes going the extra mile worthwhile. Read less

Indu VenugopalJob Title Group Clinical Lead

Indu is an experienced clinical practitioner in the community care, currently serving as the Group Clinical Lead overseeing Clinical Governance at Opus Care Limited. She brings over 18 years of progressive experience in advancing quality, compliance, and innovation across health and social care. She is an accredited Tissue viability champion, Infection control lead, Trained Mental Health first Aider, Safeguarding lead and served as a Trusted Nurse Assessor for Pathway 3 beds at Maidstone and Tunbridge wells NHS, where she has collaborated closely with NHS partners to deliver safe, seamless step-down care.

Renowned for her unwavering commitment to clinical excellence, Indu has successfully steered many reputed care services through rigorous CQC inspections with Outstanding rating outcomes, raised care standards, and led transformative quality improvement programmes. Indu’s reputation as an innovative leader is further underscored by her creative intergenerational care initiative and this pioneering model, celebrated nationally, and featured in publications including the Daily Mail, has been acclaimed for its profound social impact and its ability to bridge generations through shared care.

Currently, Indu is extending her leadership journey through a Level 7 HR- Senior People Professional Apprentice. This academic pursuit reflects her vision for strategic leadership, workforce development, and the cultivation of resilient healthcare systems. Her professional affiliations include the Royal College of Nursing, the Society of Tissue Viability, Gold Standards Framework, Dementia Friends organisation and the Kent Acquired Brain Injury Forum. Read less

Petko GestovJob Title Residential and Dementia Lead

Petko is a values-driven leader and people strategist with more than 15 years’ experience across health and social care, specialising in dementia care, team leadership and cultural transformation. At OPUSCARE, he shapes strategic workforce and care practices, leading initiatives focused on leadership mentoring, equality and inclusive team development. Widely recognised for his reflective and empowering leadership style, he is committed to building psychologically safe, high-performing teams where both residents and colleagues feel valued and supported. Alongside his leadership role, Petko is currently completing a Level 7 Senior People Professional apprenticeship and is working towards Chartered Fellow status with the CIPD.

Petko has overseen service improvements and care quality developments, embedding structured quality frameworks and people-centred initiatives that enhance team wellbeing and the lived experience of residents. He is the architect of OPUSCARE’s Trainee Community Leads programme, a leadership pathway designed to nurture internal talent, strengthen operational capability and align values-based behaviours with outstanding care delivery. Drawing on coaching, mentoring and organisational behaviour theory, he supports teams to navigate change, strengthen inspection readiness and embed reflective supervision into everyday practice. At the heart of his work lies a deep commitment to equity, dignity and excellence in dementia care, underpinned by his belief that exceptional care is achieved when curiosity, kindness and strategic leadership come together to help people truly thrive. Read less

Daniella BirgauanuJob Title Compliance Lead

As Compliance Lead at Opus Care Limited, Daniela brings over a decade of experience within the health and social care sector, having begun her career in 2013 and steadily progressed through a variety of roles across both residential and nursing care settings.

Since stepping into the Compliance Lead role in 2019, Daniela has been instrumental in supporting high standards of care, ensuring regulatory compliance, and promoting best practice across services. With a strong background in management, she developed a comprehensive understanding of operational challenges and quality assurance within care environments.

Her hands-on experience across care settings, combined with a commitment to continuous improvement, enables her to effectively guide teams, uphold compliance standards, and contribute to the delivery of safe, person-centred care. Read less

Tina TappendenJob Title Wellbeing LeadJoined 2001

Tina has over 25 years of dedicated service within Opus Care and leads the delivery of high-quality, person-centred wellbeing teams across our services. Beginning her journey through direct resident engagement, she has built a strong foundation in creating meaningful relationships and understanding individual needs.
As Wellbeing Lead, Tina has been involved with developing and implementing our enhanced wellbeing planners, ensuring activities are purposeful, inclusive, and tailored to each resident’s life history, preferences, and abilities. Her approach supports engagement, independence, and a strong sense of identity, embedding wellbeing into everyday care.
Tina’s leadership has contributed to achieving the Gold Standard Dementia Accreditation at Folkestone Care Centre, reflecting her commitment to excellence in social engagement for our service users and best practice.

She is recognised for fostering a warm, inclusive environment where residents feel valued, connected, and supported, demonstrating Opus Care’s commitment to being Caring, Responsive, and Well-led. Read less

David RowlandJob Title Group Head Chef

David brings over 20 years of culinary expertise, with 15 years in leadership roles across hotels, fine dining, and hospitality settings. Having progressed from Sous Chef to Group Head Chef within Opus Care, he now leads the catering provision across both homes, ensuring consistently high standards in quality, nutrition, and dining experience.
David works closely with his Head Chefs and trusted suppliers to deliver fresh, well-balanced, and beautifully presented meals, with a strong focus on choice, seasonality, and quality ingredients. His leadership ensures that dining is not only nutritious, but also something residents genuinely look forward to each day.
At the heart of David’s approach is a commitment to truly knowing each resident. He takes pride in creating personalised menus that reflect individual tastes, preferences, and dietary needs—ensuring every meal feels familiar, enjoyable, and meaningful.

Known for his warm personality and engaging presence, David plays an active role in celebrations, themed dining experiences, and special occasions, helping to create a welcoming, vibrant atmosphere where food brings people together. Read less

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