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Orchard House
Underdown Lane, Herne Bay, CT6 5UD — Care Home
Care Quality Commission (CQC) assessment
How Orchard House was rated
Rating published 02/06/2022. Read the full inspection report.
- 15 bedsRegistered capacity
- KentCouncil for care funding
- 01227 373586Care home's own number
- HMT Care LimitedOperator
- 16th December 2010Registered since
- HMT Care LimitedRegistered provider
Care offered
Care types at Orchard House
Orchard House is a Care Home in Herne Bay, Kent, offering Residential and Physical Disability care.
Orchard House was registered with the Care Quality Commission in December 2010. It is run by HMT Care Limited, a company registered at Companies House (number 04550126). HMT Care Limited runs 2 care homes in England registered with CQC.
CQC registers the home to care for older people, younger adults and people with physical disabilities.
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Support and specialisms
Support for
Disability support
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0800 368 8558Lines open 8am–10pm, seven days a week See all questionsWhat rating has Orchard House been given by the regulator?
The Care Quality Commission rated Orchard House "Good" overall, in its most recent report, published June 2022.
What types of care does Orchard House provide?
Orchard House provides Residential and Physical Disability care.
How many beds does Orchard House have?
Orchard House is registered for 15 beds with the Care Quality Commission.
Who runs Orchard House?
Orchard House is run by HMT Care Limited, a company registered at Companies House (number 04550126). The provider runs 2 care homes in England registered with the Care Quality Commission.
When was Orchard House registered with CQC?
Orchard House has been registered with the Care Quality Commission since December 2010. Its provider, HMT Care Limited, has held CQC registration since October 2010.
Who does Orchard House care for?
CQC registers Orchard House to care for older people, younger adults and people with physical disabilities.
Does Orchard House provide nursing care?
No. Orchard House is registered as a care home without nursing. Its staff give personal care, and residents who need nursing are usually visited by NHS community or district nurses.
Which council covers Orchard House?
Orchard House is in the Kent council area. The council carries out care needs assessments and decides council funding for residents who qualify.
Is live-in care an alternative to Orchard House?
For many families, yes. A live-in carer supports one person at home one-to-one in Herne Bay, so nobody has to move. It is often the clearer choice for a couple, since one carer can support both under a single weekly fee.