Learning disability care homes in Canterbury

Adisham House supports adults with learning disabilities, autism and dementia, alongside people with sensory impairments, physical disabilities and mental health-related needs. Its residential care approach is person-centred and designed to encourage independence within a safe, supportive home.

The home offers activities intended to promote social interaction, physical wellbeing and personal development.

Kingston House provides residential support for people with dementia, learning disabilities and mental health needs. Its care sits within a wider specialist service that aims to promote independence, confidence and fulfilling daily life for people with complex needs.

Support can include residential care, supported living and transition planning, with teams working alongside families, care managers and other professionals.

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…

Fiveways is linked to Adelaide Care’s specialist support for people with learning disabilities, autism, challenging behaviour and complex personal care needs. Its wider service model combines residential care with domiciliary care, supported living and structured support designed around individual abilities and goals.

Care packages can include personal care, domestic tasks, medication prompting, mobility support and help to take part in social…

Footprints focuses on residential care for young people with disabilities, including learning disabilities, physical disabilities and sensory impairment. It forms part of Strode Park Foundation, whose services include supported living, day opportunities and respite or short breaks for children and adults.

The service is centred on younger residents rather than older-person care, giving families a specialist setting for ongoing support.

Harbour Care Home provides 24-hour residential care for adults aged 18 to 65 with complex and enduring mental health needs, including learning disabilities and autism. The service offers intensive support in a residential setting to help people work towards recovery.

Support is person-centred and aimed at helping people fulfil personal goals, develop their potential and engage with the wider community.

L'Arche Kent The Rainbow provides residential support for adults with learning disabilities within L'Arche’s inclusive community model. The service is part of an organisation where people with and without learning disabilities share lives, building everyday relationships around belonging, participation and mutual support.

L’Arche’s approach places relational care, friendship and community at the centre of support, while encouraging people with…

Roselands provides specialist residential care for adults with learning disabilities, dementia and complex needs. The home supports up to 15 residents and can provide care through to end of life, with individual needs, goals and aspirations shaping daily support.

Residents can follow interests through hobbies, music and community trips, with outdoor parties and holidays available for those able to access the wider community.

Seymour House provides residential support for people with learning disabilities as part of Achieve Together’s specialist care services. The wider organisation also supports autistic people and individuals with complex physical, neurological, ageing and mental health needs.

Its nurse-led approach brings clinical guidance to person-centred support, while transition planning can help young people move from children’s to adult services.

Residential care at Tarrys Residential Home is registered for older people, dementia and learning disabilities. The home’s service pages cover moving in, its services and the management team, giving families a route into discussing a resident’s needs and daily support.

A registered provider and manager lead the home, while the team includes substantial social care experience.

The Coach House provides residential care and supported living through Strode Park Foundation, a Kent charity supporting children and adults with disabilities. Its wider services include care at home, day opportunities, respite and short breaks, nursing and end-of-life care and supported living.

The foundation’s model is centred on independence and wellbeing, with a long history of disability support.

Greenbanks supports adults with learning disabilities in a residential home where care is tailored to individual routines, goals and independence. Residents receive help with personal care, mobility, medication and daily activities, with support available around the clock.

Life-skills facilities connect residents with craft and IT classes, gardening and work at a local garden centre and coffee shop.

Adults with learning disabilities and dementia can receive residential care at Maylands, alongside specialist palliative and end-of-life care. The home is intended for people who need continuing support in a residential setting, including those with complex care needs.

Its staff team provides care throughout the day and has experience supporting people with learning disabilities.