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The Drive is a CQC-registered residential care home based in Sidcup, Kent. It is operated by The Drive Care Homes Limited.
The home provides specialist care for sensory impairments, adults under 65, learning disabilities, older adults (65+), physical disabilities. Families looking for care in these areas can contact the home directly for availability and assessments.
As a residential care home, The Drive provides 24-hour personal care and support for residents who need help with daily activities such as washing, dressing, and meal times, in a safe and homely environment.
The Care Quality Commission (CQC) last inspected The Drive in December 2024 and rated the service as Good overall. This means the home is performing well and meeting expectations across safety, effectiveness, care quality, responsiveness, and leadership.
The Drive is located in Sidcup, within the Bexley local authority area in London.
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| CQC Rating | Good |
| Address | 17 The Drive, Sidcup, Kent, DA14 4ER |
| Phone | 02083 090440 |
| Website | www.drivecarehomes.co.uk |
| Local authority | Bexley |
| Region | London |
| Last inspection | 6 December 2024 |
| Provider | The Drive Care Homes Limited |
Is The Drive registered with the CQC?
Yes. The Drive is registered with the Care Quality Commission (CQC), the independent regulator of health and social care in England. You can view the official CQC profile at https://www.cqc.org.uk/location/1-114664194
What type of care does The Drive provide?
The Drive provides residential homes, specialising in sensory impairments, caring for adults under 65 yrs, learning disabilities, caring for adults over 65 yrs.
How do I contact The Drive?
You can contact The Drive by phone on 02083 090440, or visit them at 17 The Drive, Sidcup, Kent, DA14 4ER.
What is The Drive's CQC rating?
The Drive has been rated "Good" by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). This means the home is performing well and meeting expectations. See the full CQC inspection report at https://www.cqc.org.uk/location/1-114664194
What are The Drive's CQC domain ratings?
The CQC inspects care homes across five domains. The Drive's latest published domain ratings are: Safe: Good, Effective: Good, Caring: Good, Responsive: Good, Well-led: Good.
How many care homes are in Sidcup?
There are 22 CQC-registered care homes in Sidcup. You can browse the full list at carehomeos.co.uk/care-homes/town/sidcup.
Residential care homes provide 24-hour personal care and support for older adults or people with disabilities who are unable to live independently. Staff assist with daily activities such as washing, dressing, and meals in a homely environment.
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