Thrive Homecare

Studio 53, Fruitworks Co-Working, 1-2 Jewry Lane, Canterbury CT1 2NP
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Thrive Homecare are a passionate and pioneering care and wellbeing company. They are dedicated to pushing the boundaries and providing the highest quality care and wellbeing to the people they support.

Thrive Homecare works alongside the family of older people to support them in a personalised and creative way. They provide as much support as you choose, this can include companionship, wellbeing support, live-in or daily care.

Everyone Thrive Homecare supports has a dedicated Wellbeing Specialist who spends time getting to know them in detail and what can improve quality of life now and in the future.

Thrive Homecare have exceptional paid carers (they call them Health & Wellbeing Associates) who provide live-in care and day visiting care. Thrive Homecare are passionate about the wellbeing of their Associates as they understand that Associates who are thriving and confident will do the best possible job. All the Associates have access to high quality training, are DBS checked, and are supported by their Wellbeing Specialist and the wider Thrive Homecare team.   

Thrive Homecare provides fully managed regular care at home: including care for people with high support needs, dementia care and live-in care. They also provide expert emotional and practical support, ongoing wellbeing support, support in a crisis, liaison with medical and care professionals, dementia expertise, and mental capacity assessments and certificates.

Thrive Homecare provides live-in care and care at home in Ashford, Canterbury and Whitstable and the surrounding areas. If you live in another area of Kent please get in touch to see if they provide care at home in your area.
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Care Provided

Types of Home Care

  • Visiting Care
  • Live-in Care
  • 24 Hour Care

Minimum Visit Duration (Visiting Care)

  • 60 minutes

Contract Durations

  • Ongoing / Long Term

Age Ranges

  • Older Person Care (65+)

Personal Care Services

  • Washing & Dressing
  • Toileting Assistance
  • Medication Assistance (Oral)
  • Companionship
  • Continence Care
  • Feeding & Drinking Assistance

Household Services

  • Cleaning Service
  • Food Preparation & Serving
  • Laundry Service
  • Shopping Service / Errands
  • Transportation Service

Other Care Provided

  • Dementia
  • Parkinson's Disease
  • Stroke
  • Physical Disability
  • Visual / Hearing Impairment
  • Hospital Discharge

Funding & Fees

  • Hourly Visiting Care Fees: £27 – £37

We quote on a bespoke basis for you depending on your needs, location and time of day.

These prices are only a guideline, please contact Thrive Homecare to find out the exact price for your requirements.

Funding Types Accepted

  • Private Funding (Self-funded)
  • Direct Payments (from Local Authority/NHS)
  • Local Authority (Contracted Provider)
  • NHS (Contracted Provider)
Explain these funding types

Good to Know

Owner

  • Plan With Care Ltd

Person in charge

  • Rebecca Bennetts (Registered Manager)

Thrive Homecare Reviews (10)

9.6

Thrive Homecare has a Review Score of 9.6 (9.600) out of 10, based on 6 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Thrive Homecare has 10 reviews.

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Review from R P (Nephew of Client) published on 14 August 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Homecare has been providing my Cousin who had dementia with a 'Companion'. The 'Companion' would talk to my Cousin and with the provision of various aides helped to stimulate her mind. The Companion worked more like a friend from 2017 until July 2025. I have nothing but praise for the service provider.
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Review from Vivienne D (Sister of Client) published on 7 July 2025 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I am very happy with the care and support he has with his companion. And I know that my brother always enjoys his company.
Reply from Chris Gage, Director at Thrive Homecare

Thank you, it's been wonderful to hear about the difference it has made for your brother.

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Review from Richard S (Friend of Client) published on 15 December 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I have found the care provider to be highly efficient in the care and detail of care they provide to a long-term friend in a care home. The support worker has provided my friend with numerous memories and products to assist with her home comforts and that has gone a long way to her feeling safe and
well in her new surroundings.
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Review from Michael A (Friend of Client) published on 14 November 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
It's been remarkable how my friend has progressed and to see how comfortable and relaxed she has become. She was quite withdrawn in the beginning, but now seems to have integrated more and I feel this in part is due to you. I feel this has all happened in the last twelve months. The therapy dog and
visits are a big part of this.
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Review from Wray T (Friend of Client) published on 30 October 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Throughout all the time the care and assistant wellbeing consultant from this agency has visited and supported my friend, she couldn't possibly have done any more for him. She totally understood his needs and how best to support and advise him.
She continually went over and above any expectations and
he felt himself extremely fortunate to have the continuing relationship with her. They became friends and he derived so much comfort from her visits, sharing parts of their experiences and lives, and jokes and worries.
She stayed with him until the end.
The organisation fully understood him and, not only the care and assistant wellbeing consultant, but the whole organisation offered kindness, support and respect.
I absolutely cannot fault the brilliant care provided by this organisation.
Reply from Chris Gage, Founder at Thrive Homecare

Thank you, I feel blessed that we have such a wonderful team, and I really appreciate you taking the time to write this review. It was a privilege to support your friend to have the best possible quality of life given his circumstance.

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Review from S R (Friend of Client) published on 3 October 2023 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Throughout the time my friend has been cared for by your agency, I have observed professionalism, care and thoughtfulness in their approach to her. Always taking into consideration her best interest, involving her care and well-being. I would strongly recommend this agency to any person in need of their
help in the future. I am grateful for all their help.
Reply from Carrie Ioakim, Assistant Care and Wellbeing Consultant at Thrive Homecare

Thank you for your kind review and the support you have given us to help your dear friend to have the best quality of life that she can.

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Review from John D (Client) published on 11 September 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I was recommended this care provider by my solicitor. My wife is suffering from Dementia, and as her carer, I need additional services that are not provided by the Local Authority such as house cleaning, washing and ironing, running errands and shopping as I have my own health problems.


After an

in-depth meeting to assess my needs, the care provider promptly provided me with a lovely helpful local lady who is excellent and could not wish for better. In addition, the Company is planning ahead for when the time comes that I need care myself.


I recommend this care provider to anyone who is in a similar situation as myself.

Reply from Carrie Ioakim, Assistant Care and Wellbeing Consultant at Thrive Homecare

Thank you for taking the time to write such a lovely review, we are pleased that you are happy with the support you are receiving and the reassurance that we are here if you need us.

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Review from Valerie L (Wife of Client) published on 30 August 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
The care provider really do what they say. They matchmake the right kind of person to work with and help your loved one. Then they offer training to the suitable applicant as well as regular feedback and creative ideas for bringing more depth to the work. They provide a monthly rigorous review over
safety and equipment and medication as well as happiness and hope. My husband is 81 and has a mixed
Dementia and cannot walk so their all-round approach really matters.
Reply from Agota Sazbo, Care and Wellbeing Consultant at Thrive Homecare

Thank you for the amazing feedback! It makes us very happy that we found the best assistant to support your husband. We will continue supporting and developing our carers to keep enhancing you and your husband's well-being.

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Review from Elizabeth T (Daughter of Client) published on 29 August 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
The staff at this agency have great empathy to what is needed for our dad. They try their hardest to find the right match to care for our dad. Always there to help. They are proactive in keeping up to date with the medical care and what support is needed.
Reply from Agota, Care and Wellbeing Consultant at Thrive Homecare

Thank you for this feedback, it means a lot to us. I am so glad we can tailor the best care support possible for your dad and your family.

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Review from Joanna P (Daughter of Client) published on 30 October 2022 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My mother has vascular dementia and her care is managed by this care provider. I had a general review call today. Mum is in excellent general health and our family put this down mainly to the wonderful and compassionate care provided by her two carers. She is constantly stimulated with photo books,
and various activities including singing, sensory activities, outside visits, television etc. We are thoroughly happy with the service we receive from the care provider and doubt mum would receive better care from any other provider.
Reply from Alise, Head of Wellbeing at Thrive Homecare

Thank you for taking the time to leave a lovely review. It's been such a pleasure getting to know your mother's cheeky personality over the years - which photos make her beam, which songs make her tut and roll her eyes with a twinkle, and always such fun with the family and dog outings. Long may the adventures continue!

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Current Review Score: 9.6 (9.600)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.6 (9.600) out of 10 for Thrive Homecare is based on a) the Average Rating and b) the number of positive Reviews.

  1. The Average Rating is 5.0 out of 5 from 6 Reviews in the last 24 months.
  2. The score for the number of positive Reviews is 4.6 out of 5 from 6 positive Reviews in the last 24 months.

Detailed Breakdown of Review Score

The maximum Review Score for a Home Care Provider is 10, which is made up from the Average Rating of Reviews (maximum of 5 points) and the Number of Reviews (maximum of 5 points) in the last 24 months:

  1. 5 Points are available for the Average Rating from all Reviews in the last 24 months. The Average Rating of 5.000 for Thrive Homecare is calculated as follows: ( (31 Excellents x 5) ) ÷ 31 Ratings = 5
  2. 5 Points are available for the number of Positive Reviews in the last 24 months. A Positive Review is defined as any Review with an 'Overall Experience' of '4' or '5' (out of a max rating '5').

    The 5 points available are broken down as follows: 3 points for the first Positive Review, 2 points in total for each of the next 9 Positive Reviews (1st = 3, 2nd = 0.5, 3rd = 0.5, 4th = 0.25, 5th = 0.25, 6th = 0.1, 7th = 0.1, 8th = 0.1, 9th = 0.1, 10th = 0.1)

    The 5 points relating to the number of Positive Reviews for Thrive Homecare is based on 6 Positive Reviews in the last 24 months and is calculated as follows: 3 + 0.5 + 0.5 + 0.25 + 0.25 + 0.1 = 4.6
  3. When a Review is submitted by someone who has previously submitted a Review, only the latest Review will count towards the Review Score.
  4. If a Home Care Provider does not have a review in the last 24 months, then it will not have a Review Score.

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Meet the Team (6)

Chris

Chris Gage

Job Title: Co-founder

Chris is an internationally respected social entrepreneur – working for social change. He co-founded Plan with Care in order to bring change and innovation to the care sector. He believes in the importance of creativity in care, and later life is a time rich with experience. Alongside his role at Plan with Care, Chris is Managing Director of Ladder to the Moon, where he supports care settings to become creative and vibrant places to live and work. Chris’s TEDx talk explains this further (and includes a wonderful story of ex-landlady Beryl leading a care home lock-in!).


Chris has a Master’s-level qualification in Innovation, Creativity and Leadership from Cass Business School and is a Fellow of the Royal Society for Arts, Manufactures and Commerce.


What helps you to thrive Chris?
“Spending time with my family, playing padel tennis, performing improvised comedy, and walking by the sea.”

Nathan

Nathan Harris

Job Title: Co-Founder

Nathan’s experience of his grandparents going into care triggered a passion to improve the transition for people who find they need care and support to live later life to the full.


He is a Chartered Financial Planner with over 20 years of experience in financial services. Over that time, he’s put his expert knowledge of pensions, investments and tax planning to use by providing financial planning that is focused on the people he serves. He is a Fellow of the Personal Financial Society, a Member of the Chartered Institute for Securities & Investment, and a Member of the Society of Later Life Advisers (SOLLA).


What makes Nathan tick:


“In my spare time, I like to run along the coastline, and I enjoy watching rugby and spending time with my wife and daughter.”

Rebecca

Rebecca Bennetts

Job Title: Registered Manager

Rebecca has an extensive background in HR and managerial support in Care. She has experience in frontline care and can always be counted on for being calm in a crisis having worked as an Emergency Medical Advisor for Secamb. She has in-depth knowledge of the operational procedure for Care Homes as well as system development and policy writing.


What makes you smile Rebecca?
"Small moments of joy, like seeing someone regain confidence, supporting a colleague, or spending time outdoors with my daughter and animals."

Alise

Alise Kirtley

Job Title: Lead Care & Well-being Consultant

Alise works directly with older people as well as alongside their families and professional carers. She’s specialised in working with people living with dementia, helping them to flourish. She holds a Master’s in Ethical Business Development in Dementia Care, as well as qualifications in Leadership in Person-Centred Dementia Care and Advanced Dementia Care Mapping.


?With over 10 years of experience in the care sector, Alise has worked as a Culture Change Manager and Practice Development Consultant with care homes; delivered training for professional carers, nurses and family carers; and led and contributed to research for the Mental Health Foundation (such as Dementia Truth Inquiry), My Home Life and Innovations in Dementia.
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What makes Alise tick:


“Taking care of other people’s wellbeing means I have to take care of mine too! I’m an active musician and hiker, and am heavily involved in organising community events.”

Carrie

Carrie Ioakim

Job Title: Well-being Specialist

Carrie is a qualified member of the British Association for Counsellors and Psychotherapy. She has years of experience working for a variety of charities, in a range of different settings, using a person-centred approach.

What makes Carrie tick:
“I enjoy keeping fit and active with my family. My son and I are both black belts in Taekwondo, and are currently working towards our 2nd Dan.”

Michalina

Michalina Grzeko

Job Title: Health & Wellbeing Community Lead

Michalina supports our Health & Wellbeing Associates and conducts care assessments, ensuring that our wellbeing initiatives align with individual needs.

Frequently Asked Questions about Thrive Homecare

What Type of Services does Thrive Homecare offer?

Thrive Homecare offers Home Care.

How many Carers does Thrive Homecare employ?

Thrive Homecare employs 5 carers.

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