Betsy Clara House Nursing Home

Courtenay Road, Tovil, Maidstone ME15 6UW
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9.5 74 Reviews
  • Betsy Clara House Nursing Home, Maidstone
Situated in a quiet area of Tovil, Maidstone, Betsy Clara House provides nursing and dementia care for residents that is tailored to suit their individual needs and covers those needing long-term or respite care.

Part of a family run group, the philosophy at Betsy Clara House is to provide an environment where the highest standard of care is delivered, where dignity is respected, where talents and individuality are encouraged and where life may be enjoyed to the fullest potential.

The home has three separate lounges, a wide ranging activities programme led by a full time activities co-ordinator, and lovely landscaped gardens.

Care Provided by Betsy Clara House Nursing Home

  • Primary Care Categories
  • Dementia
  • Mental Health Condition
  • Older Person Care
  • Respite Care
  • Care Types Provided
  • Dementia Nursing Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Nursing Care
  • Residential Care
  • For a maximum of 50 Service Users
  • Privately Owned
  • Care Offered
  • Alcohol Dependence (past or present)
  • Alzheimer's
  • Asperger Syndrome
  • Challenging Behaviour/Psychosis
  • COPD/Pulmonary Disease
  • Head/Brain Injury
  • Hearing Impairment
  • Huntington's Disease
  • Korsakoff Syndrome
  • Parkinson's Disease
  • Stroke
  • Other Care Provided
  • Convalescent Care
  • Own GP if required
  • Palliative Care
  • Separate Specialist Dementia Care Unit

Good to Know

  • Person in charge
  • Kate Jenner (Manager)
  • Admission Criteria
    • Private, respite and social services residents are all welcome
    • Ages 40+
  • Room Information
    • Single Rooms (46)
    • Couples/Companion Rooms (2)
  • Care Home Design/Build
    • Purpose Built: Yes
    • Last Refurbishment: 2024

Funding & Fees Guide for Betsy Clara House Nursing Home

  • Funding Types Accepted
  • Self funding (Private)
  • Local Authority with Top-Up
  • Local Authority
  • NHS Continuing Healthcare (CHC) Funding
  • Fees are subject to care needs assessment


Facilities

  • Close to Local shops
  • Gardens
  • Lift
  • Near Public Transport
  • Own Furniture if required
  • Phone Point in own room
  • Residents Internet Access
  • Television point in own room
  • Wheelchair Access
  • Visiting
  • Vistors welcome to drop in at any time, or if you prefer you can arrange an appointment and a member of the team will happily show you around the home.


  • Parking
  • There is free off-street parking available on site.


Betsy Clara House Nursing Home Reviews (74)

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Betsy Clara House Nursing Home has a Review Score of 9.5 (9.539) out of 10, based on 13 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time Betsy Clara House Nursing Home has 74 reviews.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My dad became a resident at Betsy Clara in February 2024 following the sudden passing of my mother. I cannot recommend Betsy Clara more highly. The staff are all so amazing, kind, caring and so loving to all the residents, and the peace of mind it has given me to know that my lovely Dad is so well looked
after has been such a relief. Not only are they amazing for Dad, but they have been a continuous kind and caring support to me. I'm forever grateful that Dad is there, safe and as happy as he can be in his world. The weekly entertainment and activities are fantastic, and it's great to see Dad singing along or having a little dance with a big smile on his face. I can't thank everyone enough for everything they do. Truly amazing people.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My husband has been at Betsy Clara House Nursing Home for just over eighteen months. It is so nice to be able to leave him and know the staff will not only look after him but love him as well. It is home from home.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I would highly recommend Betsy Clara House Nursing Home. Mum was here just over two years until she died in May 2024.
The staff are caring and looked after Mum extremely well. They managed her Alzheimer's changing behaviour and needs. Mum enjoyed the at least weekly singers and other related music
activities. The home caters for all but does splendidly for those with dementia.
Many thanks to everyone at Betsy Clara who looked after Mum and our family so well. It is very much appreciated.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Mum moved here once discharged from hospital after a fall which resulted in her breaking her leg/hip back in 2021. Sadly, Mum has dementia and can be a handful from time to time and the Betsy Clara House Nursing Home team does an amazing job in caring for her needs.
Dad and I visit, it's never arranged
or prebooked therefore I believe we see true care and attention being provided to not only my mum but to other residents.
I have never found any fault, I've never had a single reason to raise any concerns. The team (Betsy Clara family) are everything I could wish for. Everyone is engaged and friendly.
Thanks team Betsy, keep up the high standard that you all provide.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I found the home clean, warm and inviting. The staff are friendly and the food is good. They have a variety of equipment to lift, bathe and help the residents move. Security for the residents is good and their safety is well catered for.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Highly recommend. My father came here in December, a very poorly man, who needed a lot of help and support with just about everything.
The staff, without exception, were all really kind, patient and caring with Dad. Nothing was rushed, his dignity respected, and he was well cared for throughout his
stay.
Many thanks to all who looked after him; it is very much appreciated.

Reply from Kate Jenner, Home Manager at Betsy Clara House Nursing Home

Thank you for your kind words; it was our pleasure to care for your father.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Betsy Clara House Nursing Home has done more for my friend in the week he has been there than his last home done in 6 months.
He settled in really quickly. His room is very clean. Staff are friendly, knowledgeable and helpful.

Reply from Angie Cooper, Client Relationship Manager at Betsy Clara House Nursing Home

This is a very rewarding review. Thank you so much.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My mum joined Betsy Clara from the hospital after she had a couple of serious falls from another care home, the last one resulting in a broken hip. She was very unwell and bedbound when she arrived. Over the last couple of months, through the care and support she has received, she now spends most mornings
downstairs and can join in the activities if she wishes. As Mum has Alzheimer's, she can't really tell me much but has said the staff are very good and look after her. She always looks clean and has plenty to eat. The staff are always friendly, and you always see them taking the time to chat with the residents, even painting the female resident's nails every week. It's the little things like this that show they care.
The home may not look like a hotel like the other homes Mum was in, but it's the care that is the most important thing.

Reply from Angie Cooper, Client Relationship Manager at Betsy Clara House Nursing Home

The care is the most important thing, and we are so pleased you are happy with the care that is given. Thank you for your lovely review.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 1.0 out of 5

This is a review from my brother and I. My father has been here for a while. He is left on his bed lying in urine for a long time, no bed covers on him, the curtain closed at 1.30 pm, the door half closed, the room was so dirty and untaken tablets on the floor, I have seen dog kennels cleaner than this.
My father's hands and legs were covered in human faeces, and dried faeces on my father's urine bottle. Tell me where is the care, and this is every time we go there.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

We, as a family, are really impressed with Dad's care.
The carers are all very friendly and helpful.
Dad seems very happy.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My husband has been a resident since September 2022. I have always been impressed by the kindness and attention given to him. The management have always been helpful. The carers and other staff have always shown their best when helping my husband.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My sister was first admitted to Betsy Clara House Nursing Home in February 2021 after suffering a bad fall and on the verge of being diagnosed with Lewy Body dementia and Parkinson's. This was confirmed shortly afterwards, my sister was very happy at Betsy Clara and before she got too ill, loved to
join in all the activities there. She got on well with all the staff who go above and beyond in caring for every one of the people living there. The home is very clean, with good healthy meals and a friendly atmosphere. I couldn't have wished my sister to have ended up in a nicer place.

Reply from Kate Jenner, Home Manager at Betsy Clara House Nursing Home

Thank you for your kind words, it was our pleasure to care for your sister.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My Mum has been at Betsy Clara House Nursing Home since December 2021 after she deteriorated and couldn’t live at home anymore, the care and love the staff have shown her especially more recently has been absolutely amazing.
When she first moved in they got her up, into the lounge and joining in the
activities, more recently while she has been poorly they have shown love and kindness to the whole family, nothing has been too much trouble and when we haven’t been there she’s had someone sitting with her.
The home might need a bit of love but the residents don’t, they are all well loved and looked after.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My Mum was welcomed to Betsy Clara in December 2022. We are delighted with the excellent care she is receiving there. The management, nursing and care team are welcoming, caring and nothing is too much trouble. We were very soon part of the Betsy Clara family!
Mum is safe and well looked after and
treated with dignity. Every effort is made to encourage Mum to eat and drink and find out her likes and dislikes to maintain her weight. Betsy Clara has ensured that Mum has some structure to her day and there is always some activity going on which she can participate in if she chooses. Every event is celebrated and made to be a special occasion which is so lovely to see.
Thank you so much Betsy Clara. You are all amazing!

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My partner's grandmother moved here after a poor experience at another care home and showed an immediate improvement. The staff are all lovely and so good with all the residents, you can tell they really care! The kitchen staff put a lot of effort in and will often make her something else if she doesn't
fancy what's on offer. I always feel very welcome when visiting, very pleased she's now being so well looked after.

Reply from Angie Peterson, Client Relationship Manager at Betsy Clara House Nursing Home

Thank you for such a kind review. Our team always do their upmost to ensure every residents needs are met.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Just would like to say how lovely everyone is and how good they are with my dad and all the other residents. I always feel welcome and feel happy my dad is here. The kitchen staff are always there to help too.

Reply from Angie Peterson, Client Relationship Manager at Betsy Clara House Nursing Home

Thank you for such a lovely review Nicola. We are so pleased you are happy and feel welcome in the home - that is always our aim.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My dad has been here for 6 months under NHS-funded CHC after a fall at home We had been providing his care prior to this. We have all been happy with the level of care he has received and feel he has done exceptionally well due to the care provided. The staff are excellent and you can see the compassion
and professional way they treat the residents. My dad responds well to them because of the way he is treated and because of the activities taking place. Betsy Clara is well-managed and all our requests and enquiries are dealt with promptly. All the staff, from top to bottom, are lovely and can't do enough for Dad or his family. Betsy Clara is excellent in every respect.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

Whilst Betsy Clara Nursing Home does not have the hotel ambience of some other homes the bottom line is care, not linen napkins or swanky furnishings. The carers at Betsy Clara are second to none showing infinite patience often under trying circumstances.

Reply from Angie Peterson, Client Relationship Manager at Betsy Clara House Nursing Home

Thank you for a very honest and very true response.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Lovely, kind, caring staff. Looked after our dad amazingly, and couldn't ask for a better place for our dad to spend his last years.
Able to visit at any time and also gave time to check on us as well.
The entertainment, and crafting for residents are daily so there is always something going on.

Reply from Angie Peterson, Client Relationship Manager at Betsy Clara House Nursing Home

Thank you Tracey for such a lovely review. It was our pleasure to care for your dad.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Nan has been at Betsy Clara House Nursing Home since her diagnosis when it was deemed she was no longer able to look after herself almost 2 years ago. The staff go over and above to provide for their residents who they treat like family. There is always an activity going on to keep everyone entertained
and even during Covid, the staff did their very best to make sure we were still able to visit and celebrate the special occasions. Well done Betsy Clara.

Reply from Angie Peterson, Client Relationship Manager at Betsy Clara House Nursing Home

Thank you Karon for such a heart warming review of the home.


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Current Review Score: 9.5 (9.539)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.5 (9.539) out of 10 for Betsy Clara House Nursing Home is based on a) the Average Rating and b) the number of positive Reviews.

  • a) The Average Rating is 4.5 out of 5 from 13 Reviews in the last 24 months.

  • b) The score for the number of positive Reviews is 5.0 out of 5 from 12 positive Reviews in the last 24 months.

Detailed Breakdown of Review Score

The maximum Review Score for a Care Home is 10, which is made up from the Average Rating of Reviews (maximum of 5 points) and the Number of Reviews (maximum of 5 points) in the last 24 months:

  • a) 5 Points are available for the Average Rating from all Reviews in the last 24 months.

    The Average Rating of 4.539 for Betsy Clara House Nursing Home is calculated as follows: ( (113 Excellents x 5) + (26 Goods x 4) + (3 Satisfactorys x 3) + (2 Poors x 2) + (8 Very Poors x 1) ) ÷ 152 Ratings = 4.539

  • b) 5 Points are available for the number of Positive Reviews in the last 24 months. A Positive Review is defined as any Review with an 'Overall Experience' of '4' or '5' (out of a max rating '5').

    The 5 Points relating to the number of positive Reviews for Betsy Clara House Nursing Home is based on 12 positive Reviews in the last 24 months and is calculated as per below:

    The 5 points available are broken down as follows:

    • i) 4 points are available for the first 10 Positive Reviews in the last 24 months; 3 points for the first Positive Review, and then 0.125 Points for each of the next four Positive Reviews and then 0.1 Points for the next five Positive Reviews. (1st = 3.000, 2nd = 0.125, 3rd = 0.125, 4th = 0.125, 5th = 0.125, 6th = 0.100, 7th = 0.100, 8th = 0.100, 9th = 0.100, 10th = 0.100) 3 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.1 + 0.1 + 0.1 + 0.1 + 0.1 = 4

    • ii) 1 point is available for the number of Positive Reviews reaching 20% of the registered maximum number of service users in the last 24 months. If this number is partially reached, then that proportion of 1 point is given. eg a Care Home registered for a maximum of 50 service users has to reach 10 Positive Reviews to receive 1 point, if it has 7 reviews it will receive 0.7 points. 20% of the 50 registered maximum number of service users is 10, which has been reached with 12 Positive reviews. Points = 1

  • When a Review is submitted by someone who has previously submitted a Review, only the latest Review will count towards the Review Score.

  • If a Care Home does not have a review in the last 24 months, then it will not have a Review Score.

Performance

Care Quality Commission (CQC) Rating

Date: 31 Mar 2023

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Good

  • Caring

    Good
  • Effective

    Good
  • Responsive

    Good
  • Safe

    Good
  • Well-led

    Good

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

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Meet the Team (5)

Kate

Kate Jenner

Job Title: Home Manager

Joined: 2016

“Dementia care is my passion, and making a difference to those in our care, and their loved ones motivates me daily.


I have been a Registered Nurse for over 30 years, the last 8 of them as manager at Betsy Clara. Before this, I had many work experiences, including NHS hospitals, Community Nursing, a Hospice and several other Nursing Homes.


I enjoy working with the residents and our close-knit team, as a family are at the centre of everything we do. We promote a sense of family within the home, caring for everyone and getting to know our individual residents’ likes and dislikes so that we can provide genuine individualised person-centred care.


We have been on a long journey with our residents and are constantly striving to develop new and better ways of supporting them to live the best life they can with us and their families.”


Lisa

Lisa Dunn

Job Title: Deputy Manager

Joined: 2014

“I have worked in health care for over 20 years; I started my career within the community, where my primary role was supporting people with various needs within their homes.


I then went on to work in several residential/nursing homes where residents had early onset dementia to later stages of dementia and caring for those at the end of their lives – I enjoyed making a difference in their day-to-day lives.


I came to Betsy Clara in 2014; I started as a care assistant and became a senior in my first year. I then went on to do a CHAPs course and became a Senior Care Home Assistant Practitioner, I enjoyed working alongside our nursing team, where I gained lots of knowledge and skills.


As the Deputy Manager position became available with the knowledge and skills I gained, it gave me the confidence to apply for the role, and I was successful. In this role, I aim to create a happy, safe, homely environment for our residents.”


Diya

Diya Chamling

Job Title: Assistant Practitioner

Joined: 2019

“I began my career in hospitality, where I was part of a small family-run restaurant. While working there, I applied to university and completed a Level 5 in Health & Social Care Management to pursue a career in a care home setting. This would allow me to gain the skills and knowledge to become part of a successful management team.


While at university, I was on a placement in some care homes and hospital settings, which I enjoyed. This made me realise that this was the career I wanted.


Once I gained my qualification, I left our family business to join Betsy Clara House in 2019, where I first started as part of the care team. I enjoyed my role here, learning about different types of dementia and how many residents were suffering from this disease; although many residents have the same dementia, they all have other traits and require personalised care and treatment.


Then came the opportunity to enrol on the CHAP course, where I would learn additional skills around medication, catheter care, venepuncture, wounds and end-of-life care using the syringe driver.


My current role within Betsy Clara is Care Home Assistant Practitioner (CHAP), where I work alongside our nursing team.”


Lauren

Lauren Squelch

Job Title: Administrator

Joined: 2021

“After four years working in different care home sectors and training to understand various aspects of the care setting, I started at Betsy Clara House as the administrator in March 2021.


Whilst bringing the skills I have gained throughout my training, I have found time to learn and grow within the home with support from the staff, managers and residents.


As situations and experiences change daily within the care home, I have the privilege of working alongside our wonderful residents and being a part of their daily lives.


I thoroughly enjoy my role and the setting where we work, and I aim to bring positivity and happiness to all those who live here at Betsy Clara House and my colleagues. It is my pleasure to work closely with all that are here, and I could not imagine a role anywhere else.”


Kevin

Kevin Shaw

Job Title: Activities Coordinator

Joined: 2015

“After gaining many years of experience working in dementia care, I came to Betsy Clara House in the summer of 2015 as a senior carer, then took my current role in the spring of 2018.


This exciting and enjoyable position enables me to engage and help our residents enjoy their lives thoroughly and be actively engaged.


Some of the many things that the team do include Namaste, supporting Spiritual needs, 1 to-1 time, cookery club with the support of a chef, music and exercise, and bringing fun and enjoyment into the house.


I feel honoured to do my job, and seeing a smile on a resident’s face makes my day.”


Frequently Asked Questions about Betsy Clara House Nursing Home

What types of Care is Betsy Clara House Nursing Home registered for?

Older Person Care, Dementia, Respite Care & Mental Health Condition are the registered (by the Care Quality Commission) categories of Care.

What additional types of Care does Betsy Clara House Nursing Home provide?

Palliative Care, Convalescent Care, Separate Specialist Dementia Care Unit & Own GP if required are other types of care provided.

How many Rooms does Betsy Clara House Nursing Home have?

There are 46 Single Rooms and 2 Couples/Companion Rooms.

What are the Facilities & Services at Betsy Clara House Nursing Home?

Own Furniture if required, 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 Betsy Clara House Nursing Home to the centre of Maidstone?

0.6 mile(s) as the crow flies, distance by road may be significantly further.