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Kensington Care Home

Finkills Way, Northallerton, North Yorkshire DL7 8UB
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Kensington Care Home, Northallerton

Kensington is located in the bustling town of Northallerton, North Yorkshire. Taking care and support facilities to a whole new level in the local area, the warm and inviting residence provides the comforts of home with 24 hour support.

Kensington has been designed to a luxurious high standard and all 64 furnished bedrooms having en-suite wet rooms. The facilities offer bespoke care and support in a safe and welcoming environment taking...  

Care Provided by Kensington Care Home

Primary Care Categories

  • Older Person Care
  • Dementia
  • Learning Disability / Autism
  • 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 64 Service Users

Dementia Care Types

  • Mild Dementia
  • Moderate 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)
  • Smoking not permitted
  • Close to Local shops
  • Near Public Transport
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair Access
  • Gardens
  • Bar/Café
  • Residents Kitchenette
  • Television point in own room
  • Residents Internet Access

Funding & Fees

Contact Kensington Care Home 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)

Good to Know

Group / Owner

Local Authority / Social Services

Admission Information

  • Ages 65+

Care Home Design/Build

  • Purpose Built: Yes
  • Year Purpose Built: 2020
  • Last Refurbishment: 2020
  • Number of floors: 3

Room Information

  • Single Rooms (64)
  • Single Rooms with ensuite Wet Room (64)

Visiting

  • Open visiting

Parking

  • Parking Available

Kensington Care Home Reviews (80)

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9.7

Kensington Care Home has a Review Score of 9.7 (9.703) out of 10, based on 42 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time Kensington Care Home has 80 reviews.

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Review from A H (Wife of Resident) published on 29 January 2025 Submitted via Postal Card
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The carers always made us feel very welcome. They are very kind and the food is perfect. The rooms are lovely and his view is good.

Reply from Lin Cordey, Home Manager at Kensington Care Home

Thank you for your feedback I am pleased you are happy with the care and support received for your family member and you are always made to feel welcome. I will ensure our wonderful chef also receives positive feedback.

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Review from J H (Son of Resident) published on 29 January 2025 Submitted via Postal Card
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On the whole, the staff are great. They make my Dad feel special and treat him with respect and kindness.

His room is tidy and he loves watching the robins from his window.

Reply from Lin Cordey, Home Manager at Kensington Care Home

Thank you so much for your feedback. We are pleased your dad has settled with us and enjoys the view from the window watching the robins.

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Review from T B (Son of Resident) published on 23 January 2025 Submitted via Postal Card
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We the family, are very happy with the treatment our Mother gets, she is always well-fed, warm, and comfortable, although she is not as mobile these days. We the family, are sure the staff will look after Mum as well as possible under the circumstances.

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Review from J F (Friend of Resident) published on 15 January 2025 Submitted via Postal Card
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My friend is very happy and well cared for, she always gets cuddles from the friendly staff. She is settled and happy, warm and clean, and a joy. Well-fed and sociable. All we can ask for as she has dementia.

Reply from Lin Cordey, Home Manager at Kensington Care Home

Thank you so much for your lovely comments and you are happy with the care and cuddles your friend receives.

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Review from Carol E (Wife of Resident) published on 11 December 2024 Submitted via Postal Card
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I feel confident that my husband is well cared for and has the relevant attention when needed when he has a visit to the care home. The staff and management are very helpful and friendly. The atmosphere in the care home is very relaxed and feels safe and friendly.

Reply from Lin Cordey, Home Manager at Kensington Care Home

Thank you very much for taking the time to leave feedback we value your comments are pleased to hear you are happy with the care your husband receives.

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Review from Margaret P (Sister-in-law of Resident) published on 5 December 2024 Submitted via Postal Card
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Visiting my relative in their care home has been an absolute joy! My sister-in-law has had the very best of care at all times and her health has improved tremendously over the months she has been here. The staff are lovely, so friendly and helpful. The home is a delight, so clean and well cared for. Nothing is too much trouble. Top marks!

Reply from Lin Cordey, Home Manager at Kensington Care Home

Thank you for your lovely feedback. I am so pleased to receive top marks which I will relay to the Team.

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Review from P B (Daughter-in-law of Resident) published on 27 November 2024 Submitted via Postal Card
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My Father-in-law moved into Kensington Care Home for respite care and remained there for 4 months. During this time he made several friends and was made very welcome - so much so he was sad to leave.
The home is immaculate and very comfortable. The management and staff are fabulous and no one could do enough to help and support my Father-in-law.

I would fully recommend this home to anyone looking for respite as full-time care.

Reply from Lin Cordey, Home Manager at Kensington Care Home

Thank you so much for your lovely feedback. We are so pleased to have supported your father-in-law and in a short space of time he settled into the home making many friends and we all miss him.

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Review from Graham B (Son of Resident) published on 22 November 2024 Submitted via Website
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The staff are extremely friendly and they are always pleasant to my mother. The housekeeping team does an excellent job of looking after the building and it's always a pleasure to visit. On the occasions when I have to escort my mother to an appointment off-site they always make sure she is ready and waiting. The food is very good quality with a wide and continually varied choice. At 100 years old my mother couldn't be in better hands. I would thoroughly recommend the Kensington in Northallerton.

Reply from Lin Cordey, Home Manager at Kensington Care Home

Thank you for your review we very much appreciate your good feedback. We strive to ensure everyone is made to feel welcome at Kensington and your loved ones are safe in our care.

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Review from K F (Friend of Resident) published on 22 November 2024 Submitted via Postal Card
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My friend and I visit Kensington usually once a month. We have found all the staff extremely helpful and very cheerful at all times. Our friend that we visit says that she is well looked after and is very happy at Kensington.

Reply from Lin Cordey, Home Manager at Kensington Care Home

Thank you for your lovely feedback it is rewarding to know we are getting it right and continually develop our service with kindness and compassion.

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Review from H A (Friend of Resident) published on 22 November 2024 Submitted via Postal Card
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All the staff are very welcoming when I come to visit my friend. They are always polite and courteous, nothing I ever too much trouble.

Reply from Lin Cordey, Home Manager at Kensington Care Home

Thank you for taking the time to review our service it truly means a lot. We always aim to welcome family, friends, and loved ones.

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Review from H M (Friend of Resident) published on 20 November 2024 Submitted via Postal Card
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The home is superb. The environment is very pleasing and kept in an excellent condition. The home manager cares about her residents/staff and all visitors, she is excellent, she has strong leadership and very well suited to her role as home manager, likewise her deputy. All the staff are pleasant and make a good team. All the residents' needs and wants are met. I enjoy coming to visit.

Reply from Lin Cordey, Home Manager at Kensington Care Home

Thank you H for your lovely review it is very much appreciated and we welcome all visitors to the home and value your input and support.

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Review from Susan R (Daughter of Resident) published on 15 November 2024 Submitted via Postal Card
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My mother came for a 'holiday' whilst we were away. She thoroughly enjoyed her stay and looks forward to her next 'holiday'.

Reply from Lin Cordey, Home Manager at Kensington Care Home

I am so pleased Mum enjoyed her little holiday with us and has booked her next one too. Thank you for your feedback we very much appreciate it.

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Review from L P (Sister-in-law of Resident) published on 14 November 2024 Submitted via Website
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I have visited many care homes throughout my working career and The Kensington outpasses them all by 300%. The staff are amazing, so caring to clients and visitors alike. We have been made to feel like part of the "Family". We will be back to visit and of course I will bring Willow. I know my sister-in-law will miss you all tremendously.

Reply from Lin Cordey, Home Manager at Kensington Care Home

Thank you so much for your lovely review it is so rewarding to know we are getting it right and always strive to make our beautiful home a welcoming environment to residents, families and their friends. Please keep popping in with Willow and of course the beautiful Lady who stayed with us for 8 months and returned home.... we miss her

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Review from Julie C (Friend of Resident) published on 9 October 2024 Submitted via Postal Card
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My friend has been in this care home now two years. I find the staff extremely helpful. The manager is so approachable to residents, families and friends. The cleaners are also lovely. I definitely would recommend this care home to families. It's clean and always a good selection on the menu.

Reply from Lin Cordey, Home Manager at Kensington Care Home

We very much appreciate your lovely feedback and it is a pleasure to have your support.

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Review from P B (Wife of Resident) published on 9 October 2024 Submitted via Postal Card
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The home is spotlessly clean, well-presented and well-looked after. The head housekeeper is amazing. The staff are very attentive and provide everything my husband needs. He is comfortable, happy and well looked after. The food is to an excellent standard. I'm so pleased I chose Kensington.

Reply from Lin Cordey, Home Manager at Kensington Care Home

Thank you so much for your lovely review and we are also extremely pleased you chose Kensington.

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Review from A N (Friend of Resident) published on 9 October 2024 Submitted via Postal Card
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The Kingston Care Home is excellent and my friend is very happy and so well looked after. She is cared for by the caring staff - nothing is too much trouble - the care home is extremely well run by the manager and very clean. I am a retired trained nurse and if needs be I would choose the Kensington.

Reply from Lin Cordey, Home Manager at Kensington Care Home

Thank you so much for your lovely feedback, it is gratifying to hear from someone who has worked in healthcare to complement our care and service. Let me know when you require one of our beautiful rooms.

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Review from M B (Wife of Resident) published on 7 October 2024 Submitted via Postal Card
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The unit manager is good and always helpful. The housekeeper manager is very good and helpful.
Some genuine members of staff could be more helpful.
The food is very good and plentiful.

Feel as a full-paying resident it is very expensive.

Reply from Lin Cordey, Home Manager at Kensington Care Home

We appreciate your feedback and welcome any improvements you feel are required. Thank you for taking the time to complete a review.

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Review from N B (Son of Resident) published on 7 October 2024 Submitted via Postal Card
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The staff at the Kensington are really wonderful, all friendly, helpful and attentive. My father is really well looked after even though she has dementia. The food is fantastic and my father looks forward to his meals. The staff always seem very active and provide a wide range of activities for my father to do we well as all the care he needs. If I could pick out one individual it would be this particular member of staff who seems to be able to give that extra touch all the time!

Reply from Lin Cordey, Home Manager at Kensington Care Home

Thank you for your feedback it is much appreciated and paramount to the service we deliver in order to identify any improvements required.

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Review from Angela H (Daughter of Resident) published on 18 September 2024 Submitted via Website
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My 94-year-old father entered Kensington Care Home for respite care at very short notice. Kensington Care Home couldn't have been more accommodating or friendly. They immediately welcomed him and he received excellent care which enabled him to make a good recovery.
Dad quickly made new friends, ate lovely meals and started to experience the lifestyle he had enjoyed previously - without the stress of coping with daily tasks. He enjoyed being well looked after and regaining a social life, even meeting his new friends for a glass of wine before dinner.

Kensington's approach is professional as well as having the human touch and caring deeply for the needs and best interests of all its residents. Moving into full-time care was a difficult concept for Dad but being at Kensington has been such a positive experience that he has never looked back and now thinks living here has been an excellent move. It has given him back a quality of life that had previously begun to decline.

Reply from Lin Cordey, Home Manager at Kensington Care Home

Thank you for your lovely review it has been a true pleasure to have your father with us at Kensington. He has settled in extremely well & developed a network of new friends whom he enjoys a glass of wine with and a game of dominoes. We endeavour to always support the families too during this transition and welcome any feedback.

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Review from Victoria A (Respite Resident) published on 16 September 2024 Submitted via Postal Card
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I have thoroughly enjoyed my stay here. A week of recuperation after a hip replacement. The rooms are lovely and the whole building is clean and bright. Staff are superb and nothing is too much trouble. Even the food is good! What is not to like? I 100% recommend Kensington Care Home.

Reply from Lin Cordey, Home Manager at Kensington Care Home

Thank you for taking the time to review our service, and we are so pleased to hear you enjoyed your stay.

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Regulatory Rating

Care Quality Commission (CQC) Rating

Date: 25 May 2022
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  • CaringGood
  • EffectiveRequires improvement
  • ResponsiveGood
  • SafeGood
  • Well-ledGood
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Awards / Recognitions (8)

  • 28 Feb 2023Recipient: Kensington Care Home
  • 28 Feb 2023Recipient: Crown Care
  • 30 Jun 2022Recipient: Kensington Care Home

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Meet the Team (2)

Kalesi
Kalesi Job Title:Senior Care AssistantJoined: 2021
Kalesi has worked in Kensington since January 2021. Born In Fiji and moved to the UK in 2009 with her husband who is in the Armed forces.

Kalesi is extremely enthusiastic and loves her job. A valued member of the team by all staff and residents.

Stacey
Stacey Job Title:Unit ManagerJoined: 2021
Stacey started with Crown Care as a Senior Carer and has since developed within the service to the role of Unit Manager. Having been in care for 19 years starting as a cadet age 16yrs.
Stacey said "I have worked in several care homes but have found Kensington to be the best place I have worked.
I am Extremely grateful for the opportunity to progress and look forward to seeing Kensington develop further"

I love coming to work every day and making a difference for the residents in our care.

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