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Extensions and refurbishments to the building, have created a delightfully spacious and airy environment in which to live, whether that be on a short or long-term basis.
The staff team are passionate about the caring service provided and are committed to providing the very best care for all of their...
Care Provided by Saltwood Care Centre
Primary Care Categories
- Older Person Care
- Dementia
- Physical Disability
- Visual / Hearing Impairment
Length of Stay
- Permanent Care
- Respite Care
Care Types Provided
- Residential Care
- Nursing Care
- Dementia Residential Care
- Dementia Nursing Care
- For a maximum of 68 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
- Advanced/Complex Dementia
Other Care Provided
- Parkinson's Disease
- Stroke
- Palliative / End of Life Care
- COPD/Pulmonary Disease
- Convalescent Care
- Acquired Brain Injury (ABI)
- Day Care
Facilities
- Own Furniture if required
- Pet Friendly (or by arrangement)
- Close to Local shops
- Near Public Transport
- Minibus or other transport
- Lift
- Wheelchair Access
- Gardens
- Residents Kitchenette
- Phone Point in own room
- Television point in own room
- Residents Internet Access
Funding & Fees
Weekly Charges per Person
Fees are dependent on care needs assessment, please contact the home to discuss Fees.
The price(s) shown are provided by the care home. Contact Saltwood Care Centre for full pricing details and T&Cs.
Contact Saltwood 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 chose 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
- Integrum Care Group
- Private Owned
Person in charge
- Sophie Betts (Manager)
Local Authority / Social Services
Admission Information
- Ages 50+
Care Home Design/Build
- Purpose Built: No
- Last Refurbishment: 2024
- Number of floors: 4
Room Information
- Single Rooms (68)
- Single Rooms with ensuite Wet Room (7)
Visiting
- Saltwood Care Centre welcomes visitors at any time.
Parking
- Ample parking is available in the home's car park as well as unrestricted parking in Tanners Hill.
Saltwood Care Centre Reviews (82)
Saltwood Care Centre has a Review Score of 9.7 (9.665) out of 10, based on 21 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Saltwood Care Centre has 82 reviews.
From receptionist to interactions with all staff and management has been a great experience. The patience and dignity professionally shown has been a joy to behold and allows us as a family to relax and know that our mother is getting the best possible care.
it is a pleasure to have your mother in our care, thank you for your kinds words. Sophie - Manager
I looked at many homes for my mother who has moved and decided on Saltwood Care Centre. Without a shadow of doubt I made the right choice. From the managers to all the carers everyone has been amazing. The building is always immaculate and never smells (not like most). Everyone cannot do enough for my mum which is all that I ask for. If you need to go into a home don't bother with any other one.
Thank you for your lovely and kind words, il be sure to share with the team. Kind regards, - Sophie, registered manager.
Excellent care 24 hours a day. The activities manager really creates a full programme of events each month, including trips in the minibus to the beach and theatre, e.g. pantomime.
Thank you so much for your review, we have planned many more trips for the year ahead - kind regards, Sophie - home manager.
My husband has been in Saltwood Care Centre for just over a year now- he is well cared for and staff are well trained and key aspects under home manager. Thank you provides good and social care too. Safe and secure home family support. Making you feel part of Saltwood family.
Thank you for your lovely and kind words, it is a pleasure caring for your loved one in our home, - kind regards, Sophie
My aunt was a resident at Saltwood for 7 years. During this time I could not have asked for a more caring and proactive team. She felt safe, cared for and loved. There was always company, many varied activities and good home cooked food which she enjoyed. As her health deteriorated the attention to detail and the extra mile all the staff went to to keep her comfortable was second to none. I felt supported by the team at all times and comfortable that I could ask any questions at any time. Under the care, love and encouragement of this wonderful team my aunt was able to enjoy her final years and live well with dementia.
It has been a pleasure to care for your loved one over the last 7 years, thank you for your kind words, I will ensure to share with all at Saltwood,
When my wife first arrived at Saltwood about 6 weeks ago, we were immediately made to feel welcome. Saltwood provides a homely atmosphere and the staff are friendly and supportive. My wife needs 24 hour care and lots of help with her daily routines. She is always treated with respect and dignity. She now has limited ability to communicate but she is always encouraged to join in the various activities if she wants to. I visit regularly and when I leave I never feel worried that she won't be well cared for.
Thank you for your lovely kind words, we will continue to do our best, and I will share your words with the team, thank you again,
My husband has been a resident of Saltwood Care Centre for 3 yrs. In all that time he ahs been treated with kindness and dignity. All the staff are excellent including management. Nothing is too much trouble. They make sure I am ok too - a lovely touch.
Thank you for your kind words Sue, it's a pleasure to support. - thank you, Sophie - home manager
She participate occasionally in the daily activities and amusing entertainments.
The whole management is approachable and oversee the wellbeing of residents.We can relay on their support in every aspect.
Thank you for your hard work members of Saltwood Care Centre!
Thank you for your lovely and kind words - its a pleasure to have them in our care at Saltwood.
Professionalism and friendliness of staff, cleanliness and upkeep of buildings. Very good and regular activities. A well-managed care centre.
Thank you for your kind words, I will ensure I share with the team - kind regards Sophie
All the staff have been wonderful so caring and helpful which has allowed me to rest and recuperate in safe and comfortable surroundings.
I would really recommend this to anyone looking for help in similar circumstances.
It was a pleasure to have you stay with us, and thank you for your kind words, registered manager- Sophie
My dad has been in Saltwood Care Centre since June this year. He has Lewy Body Dementia. From the very start, the staff were welcoming & caring to both my dad & to his family, and we very much hope that he will be able to remain here when the local authority begins to fund his care. The building and the grounds are attractive and well-kept, with a large conservatory & also a patio outside for residents and family to sit. Most importantly, there is a lovely atmosphere here with kind and dedicated staff for whom nothing is too much trouble. The activities team are brilliant; my dad is especially keen on the bands and singers that visit - music therapy for him, and I'm sure for many other residents, is so important and you can see how much everyone enjoys the activities. The management offer an open-door policy, so useful to family members, and they are open to discussion and suggestions and keen to resolve any problem. Close to my dad's heart, the food is tasty and varied!
thank you for your lovely kind words, that means a great deal to us all at Saltwood. Kind regards, Sophie Registered Manager
This Care Home provides for the daily needs of the Resident from whom I hold Power of Attorney. The staff are friendly, the management team is accessible, proactive and responsive and visitors are made welcome.
Thank you for your kind words, it's a pleasure to provide care and support. Kind regards
We have been very impressed with the level of care my mother-in-law has received since she arrived in January. The staff are caring and very approachable. They always go out of their way in delivering personalised care. My mother-in-law speaks highly of the standard and variety of the meals offered and thoroughly enjoys the homemade cakes and biscuits offered at tea and coffee times. The activities offered are very much enjoyed too!
Thank you for you kind words, we very much appreciate it, and it's a pleasure to do what we do. Thank you - Sophie manager
My father has been at Saltwood for over 2 years and feel that it was the right choice for him. The staff are wonderful, very professional, caring and helpful right through the whole team. He recently had his 99th birthday and the staff went above and beyond anything I could have expected. Dad is a Pearly King and they arranged for some Pearly Kings and Queens to come to Saltwood for a surprise birthday party for him. He was overwhelmed when he saw them as he never thought he would see them again. He had the best birthday we could possibly hope for and a wonderful memory. Can't thank them enough.
It was a pleasure to make his wishes come true, the day was lovely, so glad he was so pleased with it all. I will share your kind words with the team, thank you - Sophie
They looked after my Father and Mother over the last two years.
They have both now passed and as upsetting as it is losing them, it is nice to know that they spent their remaining time in a caring and comfortable environment.
We can never thank the staff at Saltwood Care Centre enough. There's to many to mention but special thanks to the Management team, who's support and professionalism throughout the time our parents were with them, we will never forget and be forever grateful.
thank you so much for your kind words, it was a pleasure to care for both your Mum and Dad, i will share your kind words with the team. TY, Sophie
My husband has been cared for so well that he is at an healthier place than I've seen him for over 2 years. I must thank everyone so for always making me feel part of Saltwood Care Centre too. Hoping I don't get in the way too much. Coming through the door to lovely smiling staff on the weekends. Thank you.
Thank you for your kind words, they mean so much, I will ensure to share with the team. Thank you, Sophie
I really like being here. The room is really nice for me to live in. The food is lovely, very varied and the staff are brilliant.
Thank you for your kind words, I am so glad you are enjoying life at Saltwood Care Centre.
Saltwood Care Centre has some peculiarities with water bugs! In the water supply, in the bedding that we sleep in. In the laundry that is returned washed and ironed, clean and ready to wear. Need to sort out the bugs.
Thank you for another review, we can assure you there are no bugs in the water, however, we understand your struggle and continue to support you with your ongoing needs.
I have lived here since I came out of the hospital. Rooms have a nice view of the gardens. The meals are very good and plentiful. The home staff and management are providing a pretty for me and 18 of my relatives for my 80th birthday on 26/10/2024.
Thank you for your kind words and I'm so glad you are happy and comfortable at Saltwood Care Centre. The party was well deserved and lovely to see all of your family come together for such a special birthday. Thank you.
I came to Sandringham Ward (naked). You gave me food and drink (coffee) and you clothed me.
I am glad you are now settled in Saltwood and that you are feeling supported by those around you.
Regulatory Rating
Care Quality Commission (CQC) Rating
Date: 25 May 2022Good
- 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.
Bed Vacancies
Please contact us for latest vacancies.
News (1) & Events (0)
- 21 Jul 2025
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Awards / Recognitions (0)
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Accreditations
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Meet the Team (5)

Hi, My name is Sophie and I am the Registered Manager here at Saltwood Care Centre.
I have worked in the healthcare sector since 2008, I have worked in various different roles and developed my skills along my journey. I have worked for both private and public health providers.
I worked previously as a home manager and have supported a range of needs throughout my career including specialist Dementia and nursing care. I have gained qualifications such as my NVQ 5 in management & leadership.
I am passionate about delivering a high standard of care and making a difference in people's lives. For any person, family member or loved one, choosing a care home can be understandably difficult and I aim to make the transition as smooth as possible with care and understanding to all involved.
Sophie leads her team by example – being open, honest, and passionate about providing the best person-centred care for all residents. Sophie takes pride in her work, always giving her best and ensuring that Saltwood Care Centre is a special place for residents, their families, and the team at Saltwood.

My name is Maria Theresa Guerzon. My family and friends call me Terri but Maria at work. I have been working in the UK care industry for almost 21 years.
I completed my degree in Bachelor of Science in Biology and Bachelor of Science in Nursing in Philippine Universities. I started working in England as a Senior Health Care Assistant, passed my Nursing adaptation and registered as a nurse in 2006. I completed my nursing adaptation at Philbeach Care Centre, which is now called Saltwood Care Centre. I studied further At Christ Church University and completed Leadership courses.?
I worked in different care settings as a nurse, agency nurse, clinical lead and Deputy Manager. This enabled me to gain a wealth of knowledge and experience and provided me with the tools to ensure that residents receive the very best care.? I love music. For me, music itself is healing. Sometimes patients call me “the singing nurse.” ?I am honoured to be part of the Integrum Care Group and to work alongside a great team at Saltwood Care Centre.

I Joined SCC as a receptionist in Nov 2020, in the middle of the Covid lockdown, previously working in guest services.
Both my husband and sister work within the company and I was very aware of the effect covid was having within the care home industry and really wanted to help. My intention was to return to my old job but here I am over 3 years later and now a resident experience manager.
I have always had a great relationship with our resident's families and now I get to spend time with the residents too. I look after the domestic team, catering and reception. I also support The Home Manager, Sophie as much as possible. Sophie and I work very well together and enjoy a fantastic working relationship. Saltwood has a great team, and I am very proud of them daily.

My name is Linda Writer, I am originally from Ivory Coast in West Africa.
I have been working as a receptionist for Saltwood Care Centre since the 1st of June 2023.
My responsibilities include welcoming visitors and assisting with administrative duties as requested.
I previously worked as a dispenser for a local Chemist for 10 years.
I have worked with the public for over 20 years, and I enjoy helping and serving others.

Hayley joined Saltwood Care Centre in March 2023 as the Home Administrator.
Her role is a key function to support the Home Manager and all members of staff which she does by managing the home administration efficiently. Amongst many duties, Hayley’s role incorporates overseeing staffing, rotas, recruitment and the onboarding of new members of staff.
Before joining Saltwood, Hayley worked in Care for 3 years. This is where she gained a good understanding of the care industry and where she found her passion for helping people by ensuring they receive a high level of care and support.
With over 25 years of previous experience as a Sales Manager for a large Insurance & Holiday company, an Office Manager for a manufacturing company and a Receptionist for a Doctors Surgery, Hayley offers a wealth of experience to Saltwood with knowledge in sales, quality assurance, project management, risk assessment, customer services and all forms of staff management.
Frequently Asked Questions about Saltwood Care Centre
What types of Care is Saltwood Care Centre registered for?
Older Person Care, Dementia, Physical Disability, Visual / Hearing Impairment are the registered (by the Care Quality Commission) categories of Care.
How many Rooms does Saltwood Care Centre have?
There are 68 Single Rooms.
What are the Facilities & Services at Saltwood Care Centre?
Own Furniture if required, Pet Friendly (or by arrangement), Close to Local shops, Near Public Transport, Minibus or other transport, Lift, 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 Saltwood Care Centre to the centre of Hythe?
0.3 mile(s) as the crow flies, distance by road may be significantly further.
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