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Thornton Lodge is a residential care home supporting adults and older people with mental health conditions. Registered with the Care Quality Commission under the Health and Social Care Act 2008, the service has been delivering high-quality care since 1987.
The home provides long-term psychiatric support tailored to individual needs, with a strong focus on promoting dignity, independence, and confidence. Through personalised care plans and a dedicated key worker system, residents receive...
Care Provided by Thornton Lodge
Primary Care Categories
- Older Person Care
- Dementia
- Learning Disability / Autism
- Mental Health Condition
- Physical Disability
Length of Stay
- Permanent Care
Care Types Provided
- Residential Care
- Dementia Residential Care
- For a maximum of 45 Service Users
Dementia Care TypesMild Dementia
Someone living with our definition of "mild dementia" might experience some or all of the following:
- Memory problems such as misplacing items and not be able to recall recent events (however, in some forms of dementia a person's memory may be unchanged)
- Difficulties thinking through problems and planning, making decisions
- Language and communication issues such as finding it difficult to recall the appropriate word in a conversation or following a conversation
- Poor orientation, getting lost in areas previously familiar to them
- Difficulty judging distances (more falls than usual)
- Changes in their normal mood including anxiety and depression
- In certain types of dementia, personality and behaviour changes may be present alongside or instead of issues with memory or concentration.
Moderate Dementia
Someone living with our definition of "moderate dementia" might experience some or all of the following:
- Worsened memory problems. Not always recognising own family members and friends. Repeating the same questions over and over again
- Worsened language and communication issues, forgetting what they are saying mid-sentence. Not being able to understand what someone else is saying
- More frequent confusion, e.g. about the time of day or where they are, including their own home
- Apathy, depression and anxiety
- Believing things that aren't true (paranoia)
- Frequent hallucinations
- Lack of emotional control, quick to anger, fearfulness, sadness
- Loss of inhibition
- Difficulties sleeping or waking during the night and behaving as though it is daytime - loss of circadian rhythm.
Advanced Dementia
Someone living with our definition of "severe dementia" might experience some or all of the following:
- Severe memory problems. Not recognising family members and friends. Not being able to recall their own name
- Severe language and communication issues, not being able to understand what someone else is saying
- Severe confusion, e.g. about the time of day or where they are, including their own home
- Apathy, depression and anxiety
- Believing things that aren't true (paranoia)
- Frequent hallucinations
- Lack of emotional control, quick to anger, fearfulness, sadness
- Loss of inhibition
- Difficulties sleeping or waking during the night and behaving as though it is daytime - loss of circadian rhythm.
Verbally or physically aggressive behaviour
If your loved one displays this type of behaviour you may need a care home that has specially trained staff. Verbal/physical aggression is often defined:
- Consistent shouting and screaming
- Verbal abuse
- Physical abuse
How we define Dementia Care Types
Mild Dementia
Someone living with our definition of "mild dementia" might experience some or all of the following:
- Memory problems such as misplacing items and not be able to recall recent events (however, in some forms of dementia a person's memory may be unchanged)
- Difficulties thinking through problems and planning, making decisions
- Language and communication issues such as finding it difficult to recall the appropriate word in a conversation or following a conversation
- Poor orientation, getting lost in areas previously familiar to them
- Difficulty judging distances (more falls than usual)
- Changes in their normal mood including anxiety and depression
- In certain types of dementia, personality and behaviour changes may be present alongside or instead of issues with memory or concentration.
Moderate Dementia
Someone living with our definition of "moderate dementia" might experience some or all of the following:
- Worsened memory problems. Not always recognising own family members and friends. Repeating the same questions over and over again
- Worsened language and communication issues, forgetting what they are saying mid-sentence. Not being able to understand what someone else is saying
- More frequent confusion, e.g. about the time of day or where they are, including their own home
- Apathy, depression and anxiety
- Believing things that aren't true (paranoia)
- Frequent hallucinations
- Lack of emotional control, quick to anger, fearfulness, sadness
- Loss of inhibition
- Difficulties sleeping or waking during the night and behaving as though it is daytime - loss of circadian rhythm.
Advanced Dementia
Someone living with our definition of "severe dementia" might experience some or all of the following:
- Severe memory problems. Not recognising family members and friends. Not being able to recall their own name
- Severe language and communication issues, not being able to understand what someone else is saying
- Severe confusion, e.g. about the time of day or where they are, including their own home
- Apathy, depression and anxiety
- Believing things that aren't true (paranoia)
- Frequent hallucinations
- Lack of emotional control, quick to anger, fearfulness, sadness
- Loss of inhibition
- Difficulties sleeping or waking during the night and behaving as though it is daytime - loss of circadian rhythm.
Verbally or physically aggressive behaviour
If your loved one displays this type of behaviour you may need a care home that has specially trained staff. Verbal/physical aggression is often defined:
- Consistent shouting and screaming
- Verbal abuse
- Physical abuse
How we define Dementia Care Types
- Mild Dementia
- Moderate Dementia
Other Care Provided
- Parkinson's Disease
- Stroke
- COPD/Pulmonary Disease
Facilities
- Own Furniture if required
- Close to Local shops
- Near Public Transport
- Lift
- Wheelchair Access
- Gardens
- Residents Kitchenette
- Television point in own room
- Residents Internet Access
Funding & Fees
Weekly Charges per Person
Fees are determined on a induvial bases. Fee rate may differ after assessment.
The price(s) shown are provided by the care home. Contact Thornton Lodge for full pricing details and T&Cs.
Contact Thornton Lodge to confirm what's included and get a personalised quote:
Funding Types Accepted
- Self-Funding (Private)
- Local Authority with Top-up
- Local Authority
- NHS Continuing Healthcare (CHC)
Good to Know
Owner
- Thornton Lodge Ltd
- Private Owned
Person in charge
- Jem Wraith(Managing Director/ Provider)
Local Authority / Social Services
Admission Information
- Mixed (no single-gender units)
- Ages 45+
Care Home Design/Build
- Purpose Built: No
- Last Refurbishment: 2025
- Number of floors: 2
Room Information
- Single Rooms (45)
- Single Rooms with ensuite Wet Room (12)
Visiting
- Visitors welcome
Parking
- Free parking. Front and Rear Car Park
Thornton Lodge Reviews (5)
Thornton Lodge has a Review Score of 8.8 (8.849) out of 10, based on 5 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Thornton Lodge has 5 reviews.
The staff are very friendly and approachable, yet they maintain a professional attitude.
The management team always keeps me well informed about matters relating to resident.
They respond very quickly to my phone calls etc. I am never restricted or discouraged from visiting. Resident user is well cared for.
I am very happy that I chose this lovely care home.
The managing director and his team at Thornton Lodge were friendly, professional and very welcoming for my sister who has early onset Alzheimer's.
Our whole family feel this is the best thing that has happened. Within 2 weeks my sister had settled in, was being cared for 100% faultlessly, and is happier now, than she has been since her diagnosis a year and a half ago, and has already made friends with the other residents and staff.
Cannot recommend them highly enough - It's a family run home, that is now a family home for my sister.
If only we had phoned this home first!
They had him all ready to go out both days and were very welcoming and ready to accommodate our plans for the two days.
All the staff are professional, courteous and polite.
Our sister is treated with respect and dignity.
We have no hesitation in recommending Thornton Lodge
We also inspected his bedroom, dining room ,Tv room & garden. all were very presentable & made the place seem very homely.
The four of us agreed he was being well looked after.
Regulatory Rating
Care Quality Commission (CQC) Rating
Date: 04 January 2019Good
- CaringGood
- EffectiveGood
- ResponsiveGood
- SafeGood
- Well-ledGood
Inspection ratings
We rate most services according to how safe, effective, caring, responsive and well-led they are, using four levels:
- Outstanding - The service is performing exceptionally well.
- Good - The service is performing well and meeting our expectations.
- Requires Improvement - The service isn't performing as well as it should and we have told the service how it must improve.
- Inadequate - The service is performing badly and we've taken action against the person or organisation that runs it.
- Not rated - we have not yet rated this area of the service, this is normally because the assessments we have carried out have been focused on other key questions.
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Meet the Team (9)

The theory acquired whilst working in psychiatric nursing in my formative years was put into practice by embarking into the Care Home Sector in 1984, where job satisfaction on both my and my Staff’s behalf has been enormous.
I have always endeavoured to develop and structure Thornton Lodge within a concept of care, embracing authentic policies and procedures to keep a high standard of care, which we remain so proud to offer to the community to this very day.

After acquiring my degree from UAL in 2017, I joined the family business in the Care Home Sector. I have worked diligently under the guidance of Mr Juwaheer, having enjoyed acquiring both a wealth and breadth of knowledge in the management of care to our Service Users and Staff development.
I have been actively involved in the running of Thornton Lodge since 2017, hosting myself with 6 years of experience within both the business and clinical aspects of the Home. I am planning to follow through with a Master of Business Administration (MBA) in Health & Social Care in 2023.

Director of Thornton Lodge

I have been working at Thornton Lodge for 4 years now. At Thornton Lodge, every day is different. What I like most about my job is that I can be a part of our residents' lives, and that I can support them throughout good and bad times. I know that mine, as well as other members of staff’s, caring attitude, makes a difference in our clients’ quality of life. The most satisfying part of my day is when I finish my shift, knowing that everyone was well supported and that all the needs of our clients were met. I take pride in fulfilling my responsibilities the best way I can.

The Administrator and Finance Manager at Thornton Lodge manages daily administration and finances in a mental health care home. Duties include maintaining records, handling budgets, payroll, and financial reporting, and ensuring regulatory compliance. The role supports staff coordination, liaises with external partners, and helps maintain a safe, efficient environment.

The Assistant Manager, Doreen Rajasooriyar, supports the day-to-day running of Thornton Lodge, a mental health care home. Responsibilities include supervising staff, ensuring high standards of care, maintaining compliance with regulations, and assisting with care planning. The role involves liaising with residents, families, and external professionals while promoting a safe, supportive environment. Strong leadership, communication, and organisational skills are essential, along with a compassionate approach to mental health care.

As Primary Senior Carer, Evalina supports the delivery of high-quality, person-centred care at Thornton Lodge Residential Care Home. Evalina helps oversee daily care routines, supports staff on shift, and ensures residents feel safe, comfortable, and valued in a warm and supportive environment.

Chef at Thornton Lodge Residential Care Home, Ganeeta, prepares nutritious, well-balanced meals tailored to residents’ needs and preferences. She plays an important role in supporting residents’ wellbeing by providing enjoyable dining experiences in a safe and welcoming environment.

Dennis helps ensure the home is safe, clean, and well-maintained. He supports day-to-day repairs and upkeep, contributing to a comfortable and secure environment for residents and staff.
Frequently Asked Questions about Thornton Lodge
What types of Care is Thornton Lodge registered for?
Older Person Care, Dementia, Learning Disability / Autism, Mental Health Condition, Physical Disability are the registered (by the Care Quality Commission) categories of Care.
How many Rooms does Thornton Lodge have?
There are 45 Single Rooms.
What are the Facilities & Services at Thornton Lodge?
Own Furniture if required, Close to Local shops, Near Public Transport, Lift, Wheelchair Access, Gardens, Residents Kitchenette, Television point in own room, Residents Internet Access are some of the Facilities & Services.
How far is Thornton Lodge to the centre of Thornton Heath?
0.5 mile(s) as the crow flies, distance by road may be significantly further.
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