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Astral Lodge

35 Ailsa Road, Westcliff-on-Sea, Essex SS0 8BJ
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Nestled in a peaceful and welcoming environment, Astral Lodge Care Home offers high-quality residential care tailored to the unique needs of each individual. Their mission is to provide a safe, comfortable, and compassionate home where residents feel respected, supported, and valued.

They specialise in caring for older adults, including those living with dementia, offering 24/7 support from their dedicated and professionally trained care team. The home features a warm and homely...  

Care Provided by Astral Lodge

Primary Care Categories

  • Older Person Care
  • Dementia
  • Physical Disability
  • Visual / Hearing Impairment

Length of Stay

  • Permanent Care
  • Respite Care

Care Types Provided

  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • For a maximum of 14 Service Users

Dementia Care Types

  • Mild Dementia
  • Moderate Dementia

Other Care Provided

  • Parkinson's Disease
  • Stroke
  • Palliative / End of Life Care

Facilities

  • Own Furniture if required
  • Pet Friendly (or by arrangement)
  • Smoking not permitted
  • Close to Local shops
  • Near Public Transport
  • Minibus or other transport
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair Access
  • Gardens
  • Phone Point in own room
  • Television point in own room
  • Residents Internet Access

Funding & Fees

Weekly Charges per Person

Type of carePermanentRespite
Residential Care£1,000 - £1,300£1,100 - £1,300
Residential Dementia Care£1,000 - £1,300£1,100 - £1,300

Contact Astral 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

Group / Owner

Person in charge

  • Jane Zinhu(Manager)

Local Authority / Social Services

Admission Information

  • Ages 65+

Care Home Design/Build

  • Purpose Built: No
  • Last Refurbishment: 2024
  • Number of floors: 2

Room Information

  • Single Rooms (14)
  • Single Rooms with ensuite Wet Room (6)

Parking

  • There is parking available at the care home

Astral Lodge Reviews (10)

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Astral Lodge has a Review Score of 9.1 (9.071) out of 10, based on 4 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time Astral Lodge has 10 reviews.

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Review from Elizabeth S (Daughter of Resident) published on 28 January 2026 Submitted via Website
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For several years Mum was a resident at Astral Lodge Care Home. During the last two and a half years of her life , she was bedridden and required much care and attention. The staff at Astral Lodge were marvellous and looked after her wonderfully. They were very caring and attentive and they always did their very best to make her comfortable and care for all her needs. All the staff ( management and care staff) were very friendly and approachable and they always made me very welcome when I visited Mum. I always left Astral Lodge knowing that Mum was in very safe hands.

Reply from Jane Zinhu, Manager at Astral Lodge
Thankyou so much for your lovely comments. We really appreciate the feedback.

We wish you well for the future.

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Review from Lynda B (Daughter of Resident) published on 23 January 2026 Submitted via Website
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My dad stayed at Astral Lodge for a month after his stroke. The staff were very kind and friendly and looked after him well. I was happy with the care he received whilst he was there. My dad was eventually moved to a care home that specialised in stroke rehabilitation which is what he needed.

Reply from Aunjali Johar, owner at Astral Lodge

Thankyou for your kind comments, we are very grateful and try our upmost to ensure the best possible care for your family member. It is very important to us to get your feedback and we wish you and our family well in the future.

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Review from S S (Daughter of Resident) published on 21 January 2026 Submitted via Website
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Mum was very happy at Astral Lodge. She was very well cared for by all Staff & they greeted all her visitors with a warm & friendly approach. Nothing was too much trouble for them.
After a few months, Mum became bedbound & remained so for over 2 years until the date of her death.
The Manager & Staff did everything possible to keep her clean, fed & comfortable during that time.
Our whole family were extremely grateful to them all.

They showed care & compassion throughout & Mums dignity was respected at all times.

Reply from Aunjali Johar, owner at Astral Lodge

Thankyou for your kind comments, we are very grateful and try our upmost to ensure the best possible care for your family member. It is very important to us to get your feedback and we wish you and our family well in the future.

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Review from J B (Daughter of Resident) published on 6 January 2026 Submitted via Website
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A very happy place for mum to be. The staff really care about their residents, she is well fed, always clean and happy as can be expected in her situation.
The staff and manager are very approachable and will help with any queries, they listen to any requests and do their utmost to deliver.

I have nothing negative to say and would recommend Astral Lodge to anyone looking for a caring, professional and family orientated place for their loved one.

Reply from Aunjali Johar, owner at Astral Lodge

Thankyou for your kind comments, we are very grateful and try our upmost to ensure the best possible care for your family member. It is very important to us to get your feedback and appreciate the constant support.

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Review from Mark H (Son of Resident) published on 16 November 2023 Submitted via Website
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My mum is a resident and has been for the past five years. She has always been looked after well and the staff and manager are friendly and efficient. She likes it there and enjoys the entertainment they have for the residents.

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Review from P B (Daughter-in-law of Resident) published on 14 November 2023 Submitted via Website
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Our mum has recently come to stay at Astral Lodge, and so far, we as a family have found the home itself has a nice feel to it, and the staff are very welcoming. The manager has corresponded with us on how our mum has been settling in; she also asked about our mum's hobbies and present interests, which is nice as it shows that they want to know about her likes and dislikes to help her whilst she settles.

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Review from Kim F (Great-Niece of Resident) published on 13 November 2023 Submitted via Website
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Astral Lodge looked after our lovely relative for nearly 2 years until he sadly passed away. The staff were always so friendly and helpful with anything we asked. He always looked well cared for, was always clean and was always happy to be in the company of the staff. We were always welcomed when visiting and were invited to events they held and, if we were unable to attend, would be sent pictures of Uncle enjoying himself at them. We will be forever grateful for everyone's care and patience with him at the home. Would absolutely recommend to anyone who has a loved one with dementia needing great care.

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Review from Christine E (Daughter of Resident) published on 6 November 2023 Submitted via Website
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We have been very lucky to find Astral Lodge for our mum. The staff are caring and friendly, providing a calm and relaxed atmosphere which is very welcoming. The manager is always approachable and sets the excellent tone of care, which I feel is second to none. We are so pleased with the care that my mother-in-law has now moved into the home too. Would highly recommend it to others.

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Review from Kevin V (Son of Resident) published on 5 July 2021 Submitted via Website
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My father was admitted to Astral Lodge after suffering a bad fall at home, his dementia had worsened severely, and was unable to live on his own. Dad was in Astral Lodge for about 3 months and the care and compassion he was shown by the Manager and her team was first-rate and made a very difficult time for me and my family a lot easier to bear. All the staff at Astral Lodge were professional and incredibly patient with dad right up to his passing in May and the end-of-life care he was given will never be forgotten by us. Thank you all.

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Review from Cyndy S (Daughter of Resident) published on 11 December 2020 Submitted via Website
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My mother has been a resident in Astral Lodge Care Home for 4 years and I have been extremely happy with the care she is given. She is 93 years old.
Although unable to walk my mother is of reasonably sound mind. She is very happy there and has told me so. She would say if she wanted to move from there.
The lady in charge goes out of her way to make sure residents are happy and comfortable and that her staff are doing their job well. The staff look after my mother well and tell me if they have any concerns. They also organise little things for the residents to participate in every so often. Obviously, this year has been difficult with the pandemic.
If my mother is unwell they contact a doctor or nurse to see her and let me know also. She is always warm and well-fed.

I am very happy for my mother to stay in Astral Lodge because of the excellent care she has received over the time she has been there.

Reply from Jane ZINHU, Registered care manager at Astral Lodge

Thank you for your kind words. Always a pleasure to make sure our residents are comfortable and happy.

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Regulatory Rating

Care Quality Commission (CQC) Rating

Date: 06 November 2018
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  • EffectiveGood
  • ResponsiveGood
  • SafeGood
  • Well-ledGood
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Meet the Team (1)

Jane Zinhu
Jane ZinhuJob Title:ManagerJoined: 2003

Jane has been the Registered Manager at Astral Lodge since 2016 but has worked here since 2003. She has over 20 years’ experience working in care and specialising with residents with Dementia. Jane also holds an NVQ 3 & 4 in Health & Social care, PTLLS Qualification.

Frequently Asked Questions about Astral Lodge

What types of Care is Astral Lodge registered for?

Older Person Care, Dementia, Physical Disability, Visual / Hearing Impairment are the registered (by the Care Quality Commission) categories of Care.

How many Rooms does Astral Lodge have?

There are 14 Single Rooms.

What are the Facilities & Services at Astral Lodge?

Own Furniture if required, Pet Friendly (or by arrangement), Smoking not permitted, Close to Local shops, Near Public Transport, Minibus or other transport, Lift, Wheelchair Access, Gardens, Phone Point in own room, Television point in own room, Residents Internet Access are some of the Facilities & Services.

How far is Astral Lodge to the centre of Westcliff-on-Sea?

0.2 mile(s) as the crow flies, distance by road may be significantly further.

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