Canterbury Adult Support Unit
Residential care home · Canterbury
88 Whitstable Road, Canterbury, CT2 8ED
Run by Kent County Council
- GoodCQC · Aug 2019
- 8.0Our score
- Beds4
- Type of careResidential
- Phone01227 454020
Latest inspection
- Inspected on 24 August 2019
Inspected more than 4 years ago
What the inspectors rate
- SafeGood
- EffectiveGood
- CaringGood
- ResponsiveGood
- Well-ledGood
- Regulator
- Care Quality Commission
- Registered as
- Canterbury Adult Support Unit
- Status
- Registered in England
- Latest rating
- Good
- Register number
- 1-133266506
From the public register of the Care Quality Commission, checked on 2 November 2026.
About Canterbury Adult Support Unit
Canterbury Adult Support Unit provides short break stays for up to four adults with learning disabilities and autism. The residential service is intended for a short break from home, support during transitions between services or emergency placements while other arrangements are pending. It is operated by Kent County Council and registered with the Care Quality Commission.
The small capacity makes the unit suitable for people who need a temporary supported setting rather than a large care home environment. Referrals are made through the relevant care manager, so families and professionals should begin with the person’s existing care arrangements. The service supports adults who may need planned respite, transitional help or an urgent temporary placement.
Care on offer
- Care homes
Compared with Canterbury
Nearest
| Name | Distance | Official rating | Our score | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| L'Arche Kent Faith HouseCanterbury | 0.1 miles | Requires improvement | 6.8 | |
| Roper HouseCanterbury | 0.3 miles | Good | 8.0 | |
| The Red House Nursing HomeCanterbury | 0.4 miles | Good | 8.0 | |
| The Old Rectory Retirement HomeCanterbury | 0.6 miles | Good | 8.0 | |
| L'Arche Kent The RainbowCanterbury | 1 miles | Good | 8.0 |
Also run by Kent County Council
| Name | Official rating | Our score | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| SouthfieldsAshford | Good | 8.0 | |
| Westbrook House Integrated Care CentreMargate | Good | 8.0 | |
| BroadmeadowFolkestone | Good | 7.4 | |
| MeadowsideDeal | Good | 8.0 | |
| West View Integrated Care CentreTenterden | Good | 8.0 | |
| 1 & 2 HedgerowsStaplehurst | Good | 8.4 | |
| Gravesham Place Integrated Care CentreGravesend | Good | 8.0 | |
| Rusthall RespiteTunbridge Wells | Good | 8.0 |
What stands out
What stands out
- Short breaks for up to four adults
- Emergency placement support
- Transition support between services
Ask about
- A referral from a care manager is required
Suits: Adults with learning disabilities or autism needing a short break
Types of care
Also works on: residential
Location
88 Whitstable Road, Canterbury, CT2 8ED
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Questions families ask
How many adults can stay for a short break?
Up to four adults can stay. The service provides short breaks for adults with learning disabilities and autism.
Can they provide emergency care placements?
Yes. The service can provide emergency placements while other care arrangements are being organised, as well as short breaks and transition support.
Is a referral from a care manager needed?
Yes. A referral from a care manager is required for this service.
How much does Canterbury Adult Support Unit cost?
The CQC register does not list fees, so ask Canterbury Adult Support Unit for its weekly fee. As a guide, Kent council paid on average £1,096 a week for a residential care place for people aged 65 and over in 2024-2025, against £982 across England (GOV.UK adult social care finance report). People who pay for their own care are usually charged more than councils pay.