Harrier Lodge

Trusted to care in Whitstable, Kent

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Harrier Lodge

Welcome to Harrier Lodge

Harrier Lodge care home in Whitstable, Kent, provides high quality, personalised care in stunning surroundings.

The skilled and experienced team at our Whitstable nursing home delivers 24-hour nursing care, residential care, short term respite care and specialist dementia care for up to 65 older people. We also offer expert nursing dementia care and sympathetic end of life care, allowing you to focus on what really matters.

Our home has been designed to enable residents to enjoy a fantastic quality of life. There’s a bar and café, offering freshly-baked cakes and speciality teas and coffees. Residents can enjoy their favourite film, or a live sports match, in the comfy cinema room. There’s a hair and beauty salon so that your loved one can look their best, an array of beautifully furnished lounges, and stunning gardens to explore.

At a glance

Location

Thanet Way
Whitstable
Kent
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CQC Rating

Good

Availability

Open to new residents

Pricing

Key facts summary

Contract

Contract summary

Winter respite stays now available

If you care for an older loved one at home and need some time away this winter – we are here to help. Right now, we are offering a three-week respite stay for the price of two.

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Have a look around our home

At Harrier Lodge we have an array of facilities for residents to enjoy. Enjoy freshly-baked cakes in our café, or put your feet up in our comfy cinema room.

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Life at our home

When your loved one joins us, we get to know their personality, life story, interests and preferences, and then create care and lifestyle plans that are tailored to their unique needs. We want to know every detail, so that we can be sure we’re caring for your loved one in the way they want, and supporting them to enjoy activities and experiences they love.

Cafe
Garden
Activities room
Hair and beauty salon
Cinema room
Pub/ bar
Library
Shop
Minibus for outings
Church Services

Care at our home

At Harrier Lodge we care for residents with a wide range of needs. We always assess each prospective resident before they join us and will work with you, your loved one and their healthcare team to provide the care they need.

Types of care offered

Residential care
Dementia care
Nursing care
Nursing dementia care
Respite care
End of life care

Healthcare services

Physiotherapy
Rehabilitation
Chiropody
Pharmacy service
District nursing team
Optician
Dentist
Occupational therapy
Speech and language therapy
Movement therapy
Alternative therapies

Meet the team

Every day our colleagues live our values of passionate, caring and teamwork to empower residents to enjoy fulfilling lives.

The dedicated and experienced team at Harrier Lodge will provide your loved one with care that is completely tailored to their individual needs and wishes.

My favourite part of the day is any chance I have to spend time with residents and their families. It’s a privilege to care for older people, to learn about each person’s life history and wishes and to enable them to feel safe, loved and to give them a sense of self-worth. Diane CollinsHome Manager

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Introducing Harrier Lodge

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How we are doing

When you’re choosing care for a loved one, trust is fundamental to your decision. Take a look at some of our reviews from family members and residents.

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CQC Rating: Good

What's going on

There's never a dull moment at Care UK! Why not find out what's going on at Harrier Lodge care home.

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What others have to say

Here are just some of the comments we’ve received from family, friends and residents at Harrier Lodge care home.

They contacted me about completing a life book for mum. Ask me things about what is important to her. They chatted to me about what foods my mum likes. I was worried she weren't eating properly, and we had discussed what we can do.

Relative of a resident, April 2021

My experience, they have been very caring and listen to what you say. Carers are kind. Place is lovely. Mum seems quite happy. She is encouraged to come out of her room

Relative of a resident, April 2021

Thank you once again for enforcing the safety guidance regarding Covid restrictions. The residents are very lucky to be given such care by your hard working team. Their concern and care is exemplary. I have always found all staff members to be polite, helpful and cheerful. A team to be proud of!

Daughter of a resident, April 2021

My Mum loved Harrier Lodge - the staff were so lovely to her. I know the home have many themed days and events with the staff and even the manager getting involved. I follow them on Facebook and it is so lovely to see the residents having such a lovely time. From the care staff to the manager, kitchen to housekeeping they are all lovely. Well done to all involved.

Friend of the home, March 2021

Fantastic care home for Nanny Barbara, she is so happy every time we see her and the staff are wonderful. They clearly look after her well.

Grandaughter of resident, February 2021

National Care Awards Winner 2021 - Care Home of the Year

LaingBuisson Award Winner 2021 - Residential Care Provider of the Year

LaingBuisson Award Winner 2021 - Property Developer of the Year

Care Home Awards Winner 2021 - Best Larger Care Home Group

National Association of Care Catering Awards Winner 2021 - Catering Team of the Year

National Apprenticeship Awards Finalist 2021

Public Sector Catering Awards Winner 2021 - Catering Manager of the Year

Social Care Top Leaders Awards Finalist 2021

Care Home Professional Power List 2021

UK Employee Experience Awards 2021 Bronze Winner - Employee Training and Development, Empowering Programme

Dementia Hero Awards Finalist 2021 - Professional Excellence

Health Investor Awards Finalist 2021 - Residential Care Provider of the Year AND Property Developer of the Year

Care Home Awards Winner 2020 - Best Larger Care Home Group

LaingBuisson Awards Finalist 2020

National Association of Care Catering Awards Finalist 2020

Best Employer Support for Your Registered Manager 2020 AND Most Effective Approach to Leadership and Management 2020

Leaders in Care Awards Finalist 2019 - Care Provider of the Year

Group Care Home Caterer of the Year 2018

Your next steps

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Want to learn more about this home or arrange a visit?
Speak to our friendly care support team who can answer any questions you may have about the care available at our home and can help book a showround of the home at a time convenient to you.

Help and advice

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