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Residents benefit from a private garden area and a location in close proximity to local amenities and transport routes, which allows for individuals to maintain as much independence as they are able.
Visitors are made to feel welcome and...
Care Provided by Bennett 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 48 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
- Palliative / End of Life Care
- Convalescent Care
Facilities
- Own Furniture if required
- Pet Friendly (or by arrangement)
- Close to Local shops
- Near Public Transport
- Minibus or other transport
- Lift
- Stairlift
- Wheelchair Access
- Gardens
- Bar/Café
- Television point in own room
- Residents Internet Access
Funding & Fees
Weekly Charges per Person
The price(s) shown are provided by the care home. Contact Bennett Lodge for full pricing details and T&Cs.
Contact Bennett 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
- Runwood Homes Ltd
- Private Owned
Person in charge
- Laura Smith(Home Manager)
Local Authority / Social Services
Admission Information
- Ages 65+
Care Home Design/Build
- Purpose Built: Yes
- Number of floors: 2
Room Information
- Single Rooms (44)
- Couples/Companion Rooms (2)
Visiting
- Upon arriving at the home, please press the buzzer on the intercom. A member of staff will greet you shortly. They kindly request that you sign the guestbook upon both arrival and departure. This helps maintain an accurate record of who is in the building. In the event of an emergency, please follow the designated safety protocols provided. Your cooperation ensures everyone's safety.
Parking
- The home includes dedicated parking spaces.
Bennett Lodge Reviews (63)
Bennett Lodge has a Review Score of 9.4 (9.354) out of 10, based on 10 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Bennett Lodge has 63 reviews.
Bennett Lodge shut its doors early when COVID-19 entered the country. It was upsetting not being able to see Mum. However, I can ring whenever I want. I have been sent letters and received video calls, all of which means a great deal right now. I knew from past experience if anything goes wrong I will be I informed. Despite all that is going on in the world, I know my Mum is safe.
He immediately told us how comfortable he felt in his new environment and how welcoming all the staff were to him.
We noticed he regained a healthy weight soon after his arrival, no doubt due to the freshly cooked meals prepared onsite.
We find all staff to be welcoming, caring and knowledgeable.
The home is always spotlessly clean and lots of effort is evident with regard to entertaining the residents.
Finally, Bennett Lodge has inspired further confidence by its handling of the Covid virus situation, showing impressive foresight and early lockdown.
Many thanks to all staff at Bennett Lodge.
My family and friends have all said how well and happy I look since being a resident here at Bennett Lodge.
Oh, what can I say! My dad has only been here for 2 weeks and what a difference I have seen. He is so happy, so well looked after. Such caring people with a genuine love of their job. I feel as a relative so welcome, so included. I love joining in the singing. Thank you all so much. Your hard work and dedication is so appreciated.
It is a wonderful, clean, comfortable and caring home. Nothing is too much trouble. My father is treated with dignity and the utmost care and consideration.
Everyone is caring and happy. It's clean and tidy. Staff are laughing with my mum all the time. Meals are very nice.
Been wonderful.
We are very happy to see how the staff get on with Mum.
They are also very friendly and willing to talk to us about Mum.
When she was in hospital for a short spell, the staff were very concerned about her and very happy to see her return.
I have been calling on a family member for a year or more. I have found the staff helpful and friendly. The rooms are comfortable and clean. The food is good and varied.
I was allowed to visit my mother anytime. The staff were always helpful. They made my mother feel at home. Any problems were solved immediately.
The staff, at all levels, are always caring, approachable and wanting the residents to be as happy and comfortable as possible, from Carers and Domestic, Maintenance, Activities, Care Team Managers and Admin, led by a lovely Manager and Deputy Manager, they are all very approachable and professional, wanting to help as much as they can. Keep up the good work all.
Every member of staff always has a smile and time to chat to mum and me. I can now rest easy knowing my mum is having the best care from all the wonderful staff. All in all, I cannot fault anything.
A big shock at first but now mum has settled it is very good. All the staff are the best very caring cannot fault anything at all.
The staff are caring and looked after my husband as if he were their own relative.
He always had a beaming smile when they came to help him.
He was happy during his last days there.
And the last few days when he was very poorly, they were kind and caring and made sure he died with dignity.
Thank you to everyone.
The home was welcoming and I liked the food. Bennett Lodge is a nice place to stay, I would come back here again for another short stay, I got on really well with all the staff, they were caring friendly and chatty. I was very happy during my stay and my wife was very pleased with the care I received. On my arrival I was greeted by name and the staff introduced themselves to me and made me feel welcome.
My mother received excellent care as a resident at Bennett Lodge. Her Alzheimer's made it impossible for her to live in her own home alone, and her family were aware that she needed special care from people who knew how to deal with this awful disease. Mum had had a week of respite care at Bennett Lodge the previous year. Mum developed a great relationship with the carers there, and on the whole seemed happy living there. I know she could be difficult to deal with at times, but the staff always displayed patience and good humour towards her. They were also very supportive to me and any family who visited, it was their kindness and good humour that often helped me to cope with a difficult visit with my mother. The hospital would have been an awful alternative. The staff showed gentle compassion and care for a very sick lady, who became part of a large 'Family' there at Bennett Lodge. Your staff at that home do work very hard, and often under difficult circumstances.
I was very apprehensive of placing my mum into a care home. Having visited Bennett Lodge and been escorted round the various facilities, I have no hesitation of leaving mum in their care. I have been introduced to members of staff as and when each of the carers come on duty. I know it's been said before about carers/nurses but these girls are angels. They give mum so much consideration and care that I am finally leave mum in what I know is the best of care. Bennett Lodge is home from home to both myself and my mum. Thank you all so much for taking care of my mum.
My mums experience care can be nothing but good care from all the management and care staff at Bennett Lodge.
Manager and staff at Bennett Lodge very friendly and professional, not only providing care but will stay and chat to residents. Have a laugh and joke with them, for those who do not receive many visitors is great. My mother is treated with respect, dignity and care.
Our mum is in there. The care and surport she gets is great. When you ask the staff for anything its there. They treat her with so much love it makes it easier for us when we have leave her. We know she will be looked after.The staff are realy caring. When we go to see our mum we are always greeted by our first names which I find realy lovley it shows they care. and if our mum is happy were happy. You here about care homes which are not good. This one needs a gold star.
Regulatory Rating
Care Quality Commission (CQC) Rating
Date: 15 June 2022Good
- 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.
Bed Vacancies
Please contact us for latest vacancies.
News (25) & Events (0)
- 10 Jul 2026
Families and staff at Bennett Lodge care home, part of Runwood Homes group, recently came together for a dementia awareness session during a relatives' meeting. Using dementia simulation goggles and...
- 10 Jul 2026
Residents and staff at Bennett Lodge care home, part of the Runwood Homes group, came together to mark the NHS's birthday with a celebration dedicated to the district nurses who...
- 14 May 2026
Residents, relatives, and staff at Bennett Lodge Care Home, part of the Runwood Homes group, came together on 8 May 2026 to celebrate VE Day with a lively musical afternoon...
There are no upcoming events for Bennett Lodge.
Awards / Recognitions (10)
- 30 Jan 2026Recipient: Runwood Homes Ltd
- 31 Jan 2025Recipient: Runwood Homes Ltd
- 31 Jan 2024Recipient: Runwood Homes Ltd
Accreditations
There are no accreditations posted yet for Bennett Lodge.
Meet the Team (7)

Bennett Lodge is a residential care home for up to 47 older people, including those living with dementia. We are a happy home with happy staff. Families are always welcome to join in with daily life. We have lots going on in the home with various activities and an enclosed garden, accessible to all.
Our staff are trained in all areas to meet the needs of our residents. We welcome you to visit us and look around at any time.

I'm Jody Wilden. I am the Housekeeper at Bennett Lodge.
I’ve been proud to work at Bennett Lodge for 16 years, and during that time, I’ve grown to love the work environment. What I enjoy most is interacting with the residents and their families. It feels so rewarding to know that my work is making a positive impact on their lives. At Bennett Lodge, we’re like one big family, and it’s this sense of community that keeps me motivated.
My greatest achievement has been becoming the housekeeper, and I take pride in ensuring our residents feel comfortable and cared for. A fun fact about me is that I enjoy archery! When I’m not at work, I love spending time with my family, going on holidays, and indulging my artistic side through decorating.

My name is Helen Nicholls. I am the Administrator at Bennett's Lodge, and I truly enjoy my job because every day brings something new and different. A fun fact about me: After waiting years to become a grandparent, within just 15 months, I now have 1 grandson and 3 granddaughters. While I don’t have time for hobbies these days, my grandchildren keep me happily busy!

I'm Goksem Kiamil I am a Care Team Leader at Bennett Lodge.
I have worked at Bennett Lodge for over three and a half years. What I enjoy most about my role is that every day presents a new challenge. I love the 1-to-1 interaction with the residents, and seeing their smiles daily is incredibly rewarding. One of my proudest achievements is becoming the Care Team Leader (CTL).
A fun fact about me: I am fluent in both English and Turkish. In my free time, I enjoy taking my dog for walks, cooking, and spending quality time with my family.

I'm Andy Johnson. My job role is Maintenance at Bennett Lodge.
I have worked here for 1 year and 11 months.
I enjoy my job because every day brings a variety of tasks, keeping things interesting. A fun fact about me is that I drive a 2006 Mercedes. In my free time, I love playing golf, going on holidays, and enjoying a good glass of red wine.

I'm Jill Hunt. I am the Deputy Manager at Bennett Lodge Care Home.
I’m Jill Hunt, Deputy Manager at Bennett Lodge Care Home, where I’ve worked for Runwood Homes for 9 years. What I love most about my job is making a difference in the lives of our residents and ensuring their overall well-being. I’m passionate about getting to know each resident personally, as I believe this is essential for delivering person-centred care.
I’ve earned a Dementia Care Certificate and am a PCS Superuser, and I’m currently working towards completing my NVQ Level 4.
A fun fact about me is that you’ll hear me before you see me! Outside of work, I love going on holiday, listening to music, and spending time with my family.

I’ve been part of the team for three years, and it’s been a truly rewarding journey. I first joined as a carer, supporting residents with their everyday needs, before moving into my current role, where I now have the joy of creating meaningful experiences and activities that bring smiles to those around me.
Outside of work, I love going to the cinema or enjoying a good film at home—it’s one of my favourite ways to relax and recharge.
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