How are care homes in Ashford regulated?

All care homes in Ashford are regulated by the Care Quality Commission (CQC).

How many care homes in Ashford offer dementia care?

There are 5 care homes in Ashford that are rated "Good" or "Outstanding" and offer dementia care.

Do dementia symptoms change over time?

Yes. A person living with dementia may progress through "mild", "moderate" and "advanced" dementia symptoms with a different care plan required at each stage.

What is the difference between a care home and a nursing home?

A care home provides accommodation, meals and personal care to people who need help with the activities of daily living. A nursing home is also licensed to provide medical care from a qualified nurse, including treatment for illness or injury in addition to the personal care they provide.

Am I entitled to financial help from my local authority to pay for a care home stay in Ashford?

In England if a person's total assets (usually savings and property) are £23,250 or less they may be entitled to receive financial help from their local authority towards accommodation, personal care and nursing care.

Care Homes in Ashford 2025

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Echelforde

Ashford

0.2 miles from the town centre

Personal Dementia

Echelforde

Ashford

0.2 miles from the town centre

Personal Dementia

Care UK

CQC Rating: Good	50 beds
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Feature List Luxury ★★★★★

Purpose Built: Yes
Last Renovation: 2012
Gardens: Yes
Pets: By arrangement
Visitor Parking: Yes
Internet Access: Yes

Single Rooms: 50
Couples Rooms: 0
En suite Rooms: All
Bar/Café: Yes
Own Furniture: If required
Respite Stays: Yes

The Cedars

Ashford

0.1 miles from the town centre

Personal Dementia

The Cedars

Ashford

0.1 miles from the town centre

Personal Dementia

CQC Rating: Good	15 beds
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Feature List Standard ★★

Purpose Built: No
Last Renovation: NA
Gardens: Yes
Pets: No
Visitor Parking: Limited
Internet Access: No

Single Rooms: 15
Couples Rooms: 0
En suite Rooms: No
Bar/Café: No
Own Furniture: NO
Respite Stays: Yes

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Published 2025-08-03T00:00:00Z

Personal Care:	Accommodation and help with daily living tasks, personal hygiene, toileting, dressing and personal appearance.
Dementia Care:	Accommodation and personal care plus 24/7 dementia care and support from trained professionals in the company of other residents without dementia.
Nursing Care:	Accommodation and personal care plus 24/7 medical care and monitoring of residents with complex health issues supervised by qualified nursing staff.