Juniper
Residential care home · Mersham
The Forstal, off Church Road, Mersham, TN25 6NU
Run by Counticare Limited
- GoodCQC · Mar 2018
- 8.0Our score
- Beds3
- Type of careResidential
- Phone01233 720849
Latest inspection
- Inspected on 14 March 2018
Inspected more than 4 years ago
What the inspectors rate
- SafeGood
- EffectiveGood
- CaringGood
- ResponsiveGood
- Well-ledGood
- Regulator
- Care Quality Commission
- Registered as
- Juniper
- Status
- Registered in England
- Latest rating
- Good
- Register number
- 1-127058800
From the public register of the Care Quality Commission, checked on 2 November 2026.
About Juniper
Juniper delivers residential support for people with learning disabilities, within CareTech’s wider services for individuals with complex needs. The organisation also supports autism, mental health and neurological needs through residential care and supported living.
Support is shaped around individual needs and aspirations, with opportunities to develop confidence, independence and meaningful connections. CareTech describes transition services for people moving from residential options towards more independent living, working with families, carers and local authorities. This makes the service relevant where support needs may change over time.
Care on offer
- Care homes
Compared with Mersham
Nearest
| Name | Distance | Official rating | Our score | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AnderidaAshford | 0.2 miles | Good | 8.0 | |
| Rose CottageAshford | 0.2 miles | Good | 8.0 | |
| Court LodgeAshford | 0.4 miles | Good | 7.4 | |
| HomelandsAshford | 1.9 miles | Good | 8.0 | |
| The New BungalowAshford | 1.9 miles | Good | 8.0 |
Also run by Counticare Limited
| Name | Official rating | Our score | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| AnderidaAshford | Good | 8.0 | |
| Rose CottageAshford | Good | 8.0 | |
| Court LodgeAshford | Good | 7.4 | |
| Richardson CourtSellindge | Good | 8.0 | |
| BelmontAshford | Good | 8.0 | |
| SummerlandsCharing | Good | 8.0 | |
| Cosy LodgeAshford | Good | 8.0 | |
| Carlile LodgeFolkestone | Good | 8.0 | |
| Grosvenor CourtFolkestone | Good | 8.0 | |
| SouthlandsMaidstone | Good | 8.0 |
What stands out
What stands out
- Support for complex needs
- Residential and supported living pathways
- Transition towards independence
Suits: People with learning disabilities seeking personalised residential support
Types of care
Also works on: residential
Location
The Forstal, off Church Road, Mersham, TN25 6NU
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Questions families ask
How much does Juniper cost?
The CQC register does not list fees, so ask Juniper 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.
Who pays for a place in this home?
Ask Juniper whether it takes residents funded by Kent council and what it charges people who pay for themselves. In England the council may help after a needs assessment and a financial assessment if savings and assets are below £23,250 (2026 to 2027 rules). People whose needs are mainly health needs may qualify for NHS Continuing Healthcare, which pays the full fee.