
the care, friendship and compassion shown were very comforting for them and myselfA O(Son of Resident/Service User)

A truly excellent experience.Ann B(Regular Volunteer)

I cannot fault any of the staff who were so kind, friendly and helpful, wY H(Respite Resident/Service User)

the care, friendship and compassion shown were very comforting for them and myselfA O(Son of Resident/Service User)

A truly excellent experience.Ann B(Regular Volunteer)

I cannot fault any of the staff who were so kind, friendly and helpful, wY H(Respite Resident/Service User)

The Folkestone Care Centre offers high quality nursing care, specialist dementia care and residential care.
The home has modern features and staff do their utmost to improve, sustain and enhance their residents' quality of life.
Residents' independence, privacy and dignity are prioritised.
Each resident has a tailored care plan shaped around their individual needs. They can socialise in comfortable, warm, communal areas, which includes a cinema room, garden room and lounges.
Highly trained chefs offer residents a wide range of nutritious food, catering to specific dietary needs.
Care Provided by Folkestone 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 110 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)
Accreditations
- The National Dementia Care Accreditation Scheme (NaDCAS)
Facilities
- Smoking not permitted
- Close to Local shops
- Near Public Transport
- Lift
- Wheelchair Access
- Gardens
- Phone Point in own room
- Television point in own room
- Residents Internet Access
Funding & Fees
Weekly Charges per Person
nursing fees plus FNC
The price(s) shown are provided by the care home. Contact Folkestone Care Centre for full pricing details and T&Cs.
Contact Folkestone 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
- 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: 2018
- Last Refurbishment: 2018
Room Information
- Single Rooms (110)
- Single Rooms with ensuite Wet Room (110)
Folkestone Care Centre Reviews (88)
Folkestone Care Centre has a Review Score of 9.8 (9.829) out of 10, based on 31 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Folkestone Care Centre has 88 reviews.
All staff both clinical, admin & support are friendly helpful & do a good job. The care has been exemplary & I have no complaints. I have been a registered nurse for 42 years & have seen care of the elderly in many settings over the years. Folkestone Care Centre is how it should be done. My father is EoL & despite it being very distressing to see him deteriorate & I'm grateful that he is very comfortable & being well looked after. I have got to know the staff very well I visit every day & they have been very kind to me in what is an upsetting time. Thank you.
Thank you for taking the time to review our home. It is our privilege to care for your father and to support you and your family. Please ask us for anything that offers further comfort to you at this time.
Our experience of your care home is excellent. There are plenty of things my mother could be involved in, however she chooses not to join in. We celebrated her 100th birthday last Saturday. The care home were so helpful, even making her a birthday cake.
Thank you for your kind words. Our team enjoy helping families create memories together and a 100th birthday is a very special milestone to celebrate!
I am very pleased that this is the care home that I have chosen for my partner.
Thank you for your kind comments and for entrusting your partner into our care, We understand it is big adjustment and we will continue to support you all the way. Thank you again
The food was varied, but was a little too carbohydrate.
Thank you for your comments which I'll ensure are shared with our team.
Wendy is certainly very happy here.
Thank you for your kind comments which our care team will be delighted to hear.
Many elderly ladies with dementia would have found it difficult to settle into the care home without the dedicated care staff and activity team who did their best to welcome her and motivate her to the point she is now very settled.
Thank you for your comments, we are delighted that your mum has settled in so well to her new surroundings and are privileged you have chosen us for her new home.
My husband is very well cared for. All the staff are kind and considerate. The housekeeping staff are excellent. His room and bathroom are always spotless. I visit every day and have had no reason to complain. The food is tasty, the entertainment is great. I was impressed by the caring night staff when I stayed one night to be near my husband when he was seriously ill.
Thank you for your kind comments which our care team swill be delighted to read.
Both my grandmothers have stayed here. One sadly passed away a few years ago and the other is in residence now. I can honestly say that every time I have been in to the building the staff are impeccable. The building is immaculate and I cannot at all complain in any way about how both my grandmothers time at the care has been. I would 100% recommend the care home to anyone. Without sounding morbid I am aware that this will be the last place my grandmother will live before she passes but I don't think there would be a better place to see out her final years. The same could be said for my grandmother who passed. Her time at the care home was the best place for her and I cannot thank the staff enough
Thank you for your lovely comments. It has been, and is currently, our privilege to care for your grandmothers. We are honoured to be trusted with the care of your loved ones.
Thank you to the whole team for everything you did to make such a difficult time bearable.
I would & have recommended Folkstone Care Centre.
Thank you for your kind words, we are privileged to have been here to care for your mum and support the family.
My mother has always received excellent care in the 18 months that she has been living at Folkestone Care Centre. The last month she has needed hospital treatment, and the staff have been wonderful in arranging this, providing excellent after-care and keeping the family very well informed. My mother regularly comments on the lovely, caring attitude of the staff.
Thank you for such lovely comment. It's our privilege to care for your mother and support the wider family too. I'll pass your comments to our team.
This is the 3rd relation that has lived here and no one wants to live in care ho,e but if you have to this is one of the best. Visitors are always made welcome, parking is good and our uncle is well looked after & any medical issues are reported to us directly.
Thank you for your kind review and for entrusting you loved ones into our care.
With the exception of the food, which has been consistently poor, this has been a very positive experience for my dad and our family. All of the nurses, carers, cleaning, laundry & other staff have been pleasant and caring. I have always been confident that my dad was receiving the very best care. Thank you for your care and diligence at such an important point in our lives.
Thank you for your comments, we are pleased to have been able to provide reassurance for your family and your experience overall has been positive. We also thank you for bringing your thoughts on the food provided to our attention. We aim to offer a varied healthy menu and our in-house chef is...
I have got two family members, an uncle and my mother, at this care home, and before them, my mother-in-law, who has passed. She was treated with so much care and compassion that I chose this home again for my mother. It is the best I have ever experienced; the care, cleanliness, and the staff are top notch. I would recommend it to anyone who wants the best care for their family, as they go out of their way to accommodate your wishes.
Thank you for entrusting your loved ones to our care. Our team will be delighted to read your comments, they take great pride in all they do to ensure the highest quality of care for everyone who becomes part or our Opus Care family.
Fantastic level of care for our mum. Staff are always helpful and very approachable. Mum feels safe and secure.
Thank you for taking the time to review our home. I'll pass your lovely comments onto our team.
exceptional range of activities to those willing or wanting to join in with them !
wide range of meals daily available , cleanliness is second to none ! decor is relaxing and homily , the empathy and enthusiasm on different occasions shown to both residents and family members is admirable , no ask is too big , thank you so much for keeping my gma safe and happy !
Thank you so much for your lovely comments. Our team take great pride in all they do, and will be delighted to know your thoughts on the care we provide for all our wonderful residents.
Mum has been at the care home for just over a year and we were apprehensive at the beginning mum at first didn't settle but within a couple of weeks she had with the help of all the brilliant staff we can not fault any of them they are all helpful and very caring to mum she is a quiet person does not say a lot but they get her involved with the activities especially stephen who gets them all involved and always gets mum to join in her room is very well maintained and clean mum does not eat alot but they make sure she has enough and they encourage her to eat we are always informed if anything is concerning them about mum which is very much appreciated so overall we are very happy and have every confidence with all concerned thank you all.
Thank you, we are delighted that your mum is settled and enjoying life with us here at Folkestone Care Centre. It is our privilege to care for her and support your family.
I cannot fault the care and compassion he receives from all staff he is thriving.
The staff are friendly with all visitors and communicate with family members which is essential from all perspectives.
The planned activities agenda is excellent along with entertaiment for the residents.
5* for this care home without a doubt.
Thank you for such lovely comments. It's a joy to see your dad thriving and to know your family are pleased with the care and wellbeing activities we offer.
My husband has been in Folkestone Care Home for 4 months. He was very poorly when he arrived but after the care and support he has experienced there he is a different person. The staff - carers, nurses, domestics - all are amazing - and they care! Nothing is too much trouble and they go the extra mile to support their residents and make them happy. The Wellbeing team are also amazing - they make sure the residents are stimulated and entertained - they all care very much about looking after the residents. My husband now regularly takes part in activities and feels part of the community. The building and garden areas are bright and attractive and are always spotlessly clean. I cannot fault the place - they have made such a difference to the lives of both of us and i will always be extremely appreciative.
Thank you for your lovely comments, we are delighted to provide care and support for your husband and allow your both your lives to be more relaxed again.
Since mum entered the Folkestone Care Centre, my life and hers have improved immeasurably. I am free, after 9 years of worry, from the stress of providing inadequate caring support at home. I know that Mum will get the best possible surveillance and care that when problems (often) occur, I will be informed and consulted. Top marks to FCC!
Thank you, it's our privilege to care for your mum and we understand that it's important support family through any troubled times. We are here to offer peace of mind and a home from home for your loved one.
The staff are amazing. The place is beautiful and it's clean. Variety of activities.
Thank you for your lovely review. We are always delighted to receive feedback and share it with our team.
Regulatory Rating
Care Quality Commission (CQC) Rating
Date: 17 September 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 (4) & Events (1)
- 20 Jan 2026
We were delighted to be chosen to be part of a pilot project which encourages skill sharing through a nursing shadowing experience with the frailty specialists at QEQM Hospital. It...
- 25 Nov 2025
We are proud to be sponsors of the Folkestone Coastal 10k. Look out for our team members taking part on 31st May 2026. Please come along and give us a...
- 25 Nov 2025
We are delighted to have joined the Folkestone Rotarians in support of their community initiatives. Regular meetings and volunteering at local events have offered a great opportunity for us to...
- 18 Sep 2026Organiser: Folkestone Care Centre
Awards / Recognitions (2)
- 01 Nov 2025Recipient: Folkestone Care Centre
- 01 Jul 2025Recipient: Folkestone Care Centre
Meet the Team (6)

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 stunning, luxury 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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.
Frequently Asked Questions about Folkestone Care Centre
What types of Care is Folkestone Care Centre registered for?
Older Person Care, Dementia, Physical Disability, Visual / Hearing Impairment, Younger Adults are the registered (by the Care Quality Commission) categories of Care.
How many Rooms does Folkestone Care Centre have?
There are 110 Single Rooms.
What are the Facilities & Services at Folkestone Care Centre?
Smoking not permitted, Close to Local shops, Near Public Transport, Lift, Wheelchair Access, Gardens, Phone Point in own room, Television point in own room, Residents Internet Access are some of the Facilities & Services.
How far is Folkestone Care Centre to the centre of Folkestone?
0.9 mile(s) as the crow flies, distance by road may be significantly further.
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