Our Home

The Long Term Care Unit at Hawkinge House in Folkestone offers a home for life for individuals needing ongoing nursing and residential care, especially those living with dementia and physical frailty. Our care suites are larger than traditional rooms, featuring kitchenettes and private living spaces designed to give residents a real sense of “own space” and independence within a safe, welcoming environment.

Our team is fully equipped and passionate about delivering high-quality, personalised nursing care around the clock. We cater to a range of complex needs with specialist dementia support, medication management, and therapeutic activities designed to enhance quality of life and wellbeing. The home is built with residents’ comfort and dignity at the heart of every detail, offering landscaped gardens, communal areas, and spaces to relax and socialise.

We work closely with families to provide transparent communication, helping residents stay connected with loved ones and the local community. We also support those who may have funding through NHS Continuing Healthcare or Local Authority to access our outstanding services.

At Hawkinge House Long Term Care, families find peace of mind knowing in-depth expert care is always available, and residents benefit from a warm, homely atmosphere where friendships flourish and every individual is treated with respect and compassion.

Life at our Home

"Our Long Term Care unit offers a true home for life for residents needing ongoing nursing support. Each of our 62 spacious suites features a kitchenette and living area, giving residents genuine independence within a safe, supportive environment. Ground floor suites open directly onto our landscaped gardens, while our second floor features "The Village", a welcoming community space with its own pub, hair salon, activities room and patio terrace. Daily life is shaped around residents' preferences. Our activities team creates a varied programme including entertainment, gentle exercise, arts and crafts, and regular outings. Our in-house chef prepares fresh meals daily, with choices to suit all tastes and dietary requirements, and freshly baked cakes every afternoon. We welcome couples who wish to stay together, even when their care needs differ significantly. Our 24-hour nursing team, led by qualified nurses, ensures expert clinical care is always available while maintaining the warm, homely atmosphere that makes Hawkinge House special."

Our Facilities

Our Long Term Care unit, has been designed with comfort and accessibility in mind. All rooms are ensuite, with some offering kitchenettes, and we encourage residents to personalise their spaces to feel truly at home. set within beautiful grounds, ground floor residents can access the garden directly from their room. We pride ourselves on offering a rich variety of activities, from small groups to larger events, with entertainment ranging from singers and dancers to magicians — there is always something to enjoy. On the second floor, residents can explore The Village, a welcoming area featuring a pub, hair salon, activities room, and a spacious patio terrace. Our in-house chef provides daily menu choices, with freshly baked cakes available every afternoon.

Dementia Care
Residential Care
Respite Breaks
Nursing Care
End of Life Care
62 En-suite bedrooms
24HR Care with call bell
Activity Room and Programme
Dining Room and Home Cooked Meals
WI-FI
Large landscaped gardens ideal for relaxing
Laundry service
Visitor Car parking
Quiet Area
Hair and beauty salon
Lifts
Family Room
Own furniture allowed
Lifestyle Kitchen
Shop

Our dedicated team at Long Term Nursing Care at Hawkinge House

Our experienced team is led by a manager and deputy who are both qualified nurses, bringing expertise, guidance, and support to staff and residents alike. We think of our residents as family, and everyone works hard to ensure they are cared for, loved, and able to live their best life. Guided by the principle of treating residents as we would our own loved ones, we are committed to delivering the very best in care, companionship and support every day.

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