Hawkinge House Proactive Assessment Unit
Nursing home · Folkestone
1 Hurricane Way, Hawkinge, Folkestone, CT18 7SS
Run by Hawkinge House PAU Limited
- GoodCQC · Aug 2022
- 8.0Our score
- Beds62
- Type of careNursing
- Phone01303 895072
Latest inspection
- Inspected on 18 August 2022
Inspected more than 4 years ago
What the inspectors rate
- SafeGood
- EffectiveGood
- CaringGood
- ResponsiveGood
- Well-ledGood
- Regulator
- Care Quality Commission
- Registered as
- Hawkinge House Proactive Assessment Unit
- Status
- Registered in England
- Latest rating
- Good
- Register number
- 1-10723635414
From the public register of the Care Quality Commission, checked on 2 November 2026.
About Hawkinge House Proactive Assessment Unit
Hawkinge House Proactive Assessment Unit forms part of a care home near Folkestone offering 24-hour nursing, dementia and respite care. Its dedicated Proactive Assessment Unit provides NHS-funded recovery support, while the wider home also includes long-term and short-term care units.
The service is suitable for people recuperating after hospital treatment, those needing complex nursing support and residents living with dementia. Families can arrange a visit, discuss care plans and receive guidance on funding, including local authority and NHS Continuing Healthcare routes. The home also offers care in private suites and access to activities and facilities during short stays. The Proactive Assessment Unit is NHS-funded for eligible recovery support.
Care on offer
- Care homes
Compared with Folkestone
Nearest
| Name | Distance | Official rating | Our score | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hawkinge House 2nd Floor UnitFolkestone | 0 miles | |||
| Hawkinge HouseFolkestone | 0 miles | Requires improvement | 6.8 | |
| TanglewoodFolkestone | 1 miles | Good | 7.4 | |
| BroadmeadowFolkestone | 1.4 miles | Good | 7.4 | |
| 95 Ashley AvenueFolkestone | 1.5 miles | Good | 8.0 |
What stands out
What stands out
- Dedicated Proactive Assessment Unit
- Private suites
- Three dedicated care units
Ask about
- NHS funding applies to the Proactive Assessment Unit, subject to eligibility
Suits: People needing NHS-funded recovery or short-term care
Types of care
Also works on: nursing
Location
1 Hurricane Way, Hawkinge, Folkestone, CT18 7SS
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Questions families ask
Can they arrange a respite stay before a long-term decision?
Yes. Hawkinge House offers short-term respite stays and post-hospital recovery support, with access to care, activities and facilities during the stay.
Do they accept local authority or NHS care funding?
Yes. Hawkinge House accepts local authority funding and NHS Continuing Healthcare. Its Proactive Assessment Unit is NHS-funded, and the team helps families understand funding options.
Are care plans developed with families?
Yes. Hawkinge House develops personalised care plans with residents and families from the beginning, then reviews and adapts them as needs change.
Can couples stay together in the care home?
Yes. Spouses and partners can stay together in the Long Term Care unit, so a nursing care need does not necessarily mean separation.
What types of care does Hawkinge House provide?
Hawkinge House provides 24-hour nursing care, dementia care and respite care through Long Term Care, Short Term Care and a Proactive Assessment Unit for NHS-funded recovery support.
What activities are available for residents?
Residents can join arts and crafts, gentle exercise, live entertainment, therapy dog visits and quizzes in the on-site pub. The programme also includes outings to local attractions.