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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9.5

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

When my mother needed a nursing home my father and I visited many homes in the areas surrounding Maidstone and found many suitable.
When we visited Betsy Clara House Nursing Home, the welcome was exceptional and really gave us hope that mum would be ok and stimulated as well as cared for.
Mum has
only been at Betsy Clara a short time but all concerned are living up to their promise and she is very comfortable and we are made very welcome.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

Mum has settled very quickly and very well at Betsy Clara. She immediately picked up the infectious positive atmosphere. Earlier this week we had a family get-together with all her nieces, nephews and grandchildren there. We agreed with the Manager that she should only come along if she was settled
and happy - it all worked perfectly - the Manager arranged everything, the taxi and the staffing and mother came along and enjoyed seeing everyone, including her nieces from Canada over Facetime. A great afternoon for mother and all facilitated by Betsy Clara home's flexible and professional management and staff.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Mum moved to Betsy Clara in July 2016 after months of searching to find a suitable placement. Mum's previous home had served notice and we were unable to find a home that we felt could meet mum's complex needs, until we met the team at Betsy Clara. We were immediately struck by their knowledge and experience
and we are extremely grateful for their supportive and professional approach. The entire team seems to be doing a fantastic job here.
Currently going through a total refurbishment, I am impressed on my visits with the improvements they are making to the building and grounds. Mum has settled here really well, far better than we imagined she would. Her room is large and beautifully decorated.
The whole team went to enormous lengths to make sure it was just right. Mum is always well presented and has been encouraged to use a hoist to get up from bed, which is a huge step. Food seems good and staff happy to accommodate all requests. There is fantastic care here. A+

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

Mum-in-law is very settled after several weeks of upheaval. All the staff have been kind to her and they are all very caring. She has been into the lounge most days when well enough and this has helped her settle in much quicker. There is a nice atmosphere when you arrive at the home and everyone seems
calm which helps the residents feel more relaxed and "at home".

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My dad was moved to this home in March this year. I have been very impressed with the care and attention he is receiving from a dedicated team of carers, He is always clean and well presented. Whenever I visit, I am always made comfortable and offered a refreshment. The home is always fresh and clean,
with no smells associated with a nursing home. I would recommend the home to others whose loved ones may need care.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

Very good care for my Dad.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

Unfortunately was only with you for 30hrs. All the staff was very lovely and caring. Especially when mother passed away. They were very comforting and compassionate when we arrived after the phone call.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

I have so far been very happy with my mothers time at Betsy Clara house (1 and a half years). I have found the home to be a welcoming, un-stuffy, friendly environment with cheerful, hardworking staff who seem genuinely pleasant and good fun to residents and families alike, no matter when one turns up.
Mum has thrived and is physically better than when she arrived. She thrives on the atmosphere here where there is always a lot to see going on due to the layout of the main lounge especially. The nursing care she has received to her bad legs has been consistently good. I'm happy going there to see mum happy being there. It's not plush, but it is bright, clean and comfortable. Laundry nicely done and the food is great. Well done.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

For the very short time Mum was a resident, the manager and staff showed respect, dignity to her and relatives. She was made welcome and made comfortable under the circumstances she was experiencing.
Even after Mum had passed away the manager showed compassion and was willing to execute anything we
asked. A 'big' thank you to all those involved with her care during her last few hours, she passed away with dignity.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I have always been treated with respect by all members of staff, greeted at anytime of the day I visit my husband. They inform me straight away if he is ill, medication change as soon as they can after any change. Staff are very caring and make sure that every need of the resident is met. The rooms
are kept clean and comfortable, allowing residents to have their own belongings, pictures around. Food very good and plenty of drinks provided.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My father needed to be moved to a nursing home for dementia as his deteriorating health meant his needs were increasing and his residential care home could not cope. The carers made his move so much easier than we thought possible. The staff have been so welcoming and helpful and my mother and I feel
assured that my father is getting the best possible care.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My husband has recently moved into Betsy Clara. The staff have been very welcoming and kind. The home is very clean and there are no bad smells. I feel happy that my husband will be well cared for.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

Dad became a resident at Betsy Clara on the 1st August 2014 after the previous home he was at said they could no longer meet his needs. Betsy Clara is brilliant care home that has really looked after him well since he moved in. I rate the staff very highly, all work as a team and provide excellent care
which is delivered with both compassion and humour. Dad can have good days and bad. The staff understand his needs, he broke a hip last year and was put on "end of life care". Betsy Clara staff did not give up on him and with good care nursed him back to health. Visiting is at anytime and the staff are always pleased to see us and keep us well informed.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

The home has helped my dad settle in so well after moving out of our family home. The caring is great and I know my dad is safe and well looked after. It has been recently redecorated so looks lovely and a new manager of the home is a breath of fresh air here.

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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
  • 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.”