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Very pleased with the care and attention given to my mum by all the wonderful staff at Sonya Lodge.Rita W(Daughter of Resident/Service User)

My sister and I have always felt welcomed by all the staff at Sonya LodgeC R(Daughter of Resident/Service User)

We cannot fault the care and attention that the staff at Sonya Lodge have given my father, and us.A G(Son of Resident/Service User)

Very pleased with the care and attention given to my mum by all the wonderful staff at Sonya Lodge.Rita W(Daughter of Resident/Service User)

My sister and I have always felt welcomed by all the staff at Sonya LodgeC R(Daughter of Resident/Service User)

We cannot fault the care and attention that the staff at Sonya Lodge have given my father, and us.A G(Son of Resident/Service User)

Located in the quiet Kentish village of Wilmington, Sonya Lodge Care Centre is a residential home with 37 single rooms, providing specialist care for older people who have been diagnosed with Dementia. The Home has a warm and welcoming atmosphere and enjoys secure, private accommodation with modern amenities. They pride themselves on having an excellent care team, highly trained to care for residents with respect, patience and compassion.
The majority of...
Located in the quiet Kentish village of Wilmington, Sonya Lodge Care Centre is a residential home with 37 single rooms, providing specialist care for older people who have been diagnosed with Dementia. The Home has a warm and welcoming atmosphere and enjoys secure, private accommodation with modern amenities. They pride themselves on having an excellent care team, highly trained to care for residents with respect, patience and compassion.
The majority of bedrooms have ensuite facilities, and the Home has comfortable lounge and dining areas, all of which look out onto peaceful gardens with flowerbeds and outdoor seating. Other amenities include an onsite hair salon and a ‘Forget Me Not’ café in the garden.
The Home also employs a physiotherapist to support residents with rehabilitation, including bespoke packages for day care or short-term placements. Physiotherapy services help improve strength, reduce or prevent falls, and enhance overall well-being.
Care Provided by Sonya Lodge Residential Care Centre
Primary Care Categories
- Older Person Care
- Dementia
- Physical Disability
- Visual / Hearing Impairment
Length of Stay
- Permanent Care
- Respite Care
Care Types Provided
- Dementia Residential Care
- For a maximum of 37 Service Users
Dementia Care Types
- Mild Dementia
- Moderate Dementia
- Advanced/Complex Dementia
Other Care Provided
- Parkinson's Disease
- Stroke
- Palliative / End of Life Care
- Convalescent Care
- Day Care
Accreditations
- The National Dementia Care Accreditation Scheme (NaDCAS)
Facilities
- Own Furniture if required
- Smoking not permitted
- Close to Local shops
- Near Public Transport
- Minibus or other transport
- Lift
- Wheelchair Access
- Gardens
- Bar/Café
- Television point in own room
- Residents Internet Access
Funding & Fees
Excluded from fees: Hairdressing, Chiropodist, Newspapers, Toiletries.
Contact Sonya Lodge Residential Care Centre 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
- Nellsar Care Homes
- Private Owned
Person in charge
- John Hudson-Beddows (Registered Manager)
Local Authority / Social Services
Admission Information
- Mixed (no single-gender units)
- Ages 55+
Care Home Design/Build
- Purpose Built: No
- Last Refurbishment: 2025
- Number of floors: 4
Room Information
- Single Rooms (37)
- Single Rooms with ensuite Wet Room (29)
Visiting
- The home maintain an open-hours visiting policy, which means relatives and friends are welcome to drop by and see loved ones at any time. Families are always welcome to join relatives for afternoon tea or lunch if booked in advance.
Parking
- Limited spaces available in the car park and on-street parking available.
Sonya Lodge Residential Care Centre Reviews (82)
Sonya Lodge Residential Care Centre has a Review Score of 9.5 (9.515) out of 10, based on 9 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Sonya Lodge Residential Care Centre has 82 reviews.
9/5/16 I was so happy to arrive to visit my dad to find an entertainer singing, also getting the other residents stimulated enough for some of them to get up and have a dance. My dads sister and I had a very enjoyable afternoon with my dad, thanks again.
9/5/16 I was so happy to arrive to visit my dad to find an entertainer singing, also getting the other residents stimulated enough for some of them to get up and have a dance. My dads sister and I had a very enjoyable afternoon with my dad, thanks again.
The residents come first at Sonya Lodge, they...
The residents come first at Sonya Lodge, they are treated like family and staff take the time to treat residents with dignity and genuinely care for the ingredients. Family are always encouraged to join in many activities and have an open visiting.
Regulatory Rating
Care Quality Commission (CQC) Rating
Date: 12 February 2020Good
- 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 (31) & Events (0)
- 26 Aug 2026
Our residents enjoyed a colourful and delicious week at our Care Home in Dartford as we took part in Foods of the Rainbow Week. The initiative encourages everyone to enjoy...
- 30 Jul 2026
We made the most of the summer sunshine with a fantastic garden party, bringing together our residents, their families and our team for a fun-filled afternoon of entertainment and delicious...
- 16 Jul 2026
Our residents recently stepped into the enchanting world of Alice in Wonderland as we celebrated with a wonderful Mad Hatter's tea party in our beautiful Forget-Me-Not Tea Room and main...
There are no upcoming events for Sonya Lodge Residential Care Centre.
Awards / Recognitions (6)
- 30 Jan 2026Recipient: Nellsar Care Homes
- 30 Jun 2021Recipient: Nellsar Care Homes
- 28 Feb 2020Recipient: Nellsar Care Homes
Meet the Team (14)

John joined Nellsar as a Home Manager in February 2022. Having previously managed a medium-sized Nursing Home, John first began his care career as a...
John joined Nellsar as a Home Manager in February 2022. Having previously managed a medium-sized Nursing Home, John first began his care career as a Care Assistant, progressing into management over time. John’s previous role as a Metropolitan Police Officer translates to great leadership and communication skills with the Home, with a passion for Dementia care and making people feel safe. John leads a very strong, friendly, and reliable team, and together they ensure residents feel happy and content every day. As a Manager, John is caring and calm; he runs an open-door policy and enjoys empowering his team with support and professional development.

Hi, my name's Chantelle. I have worked at Sonya Lodge for 22 years. I came to Sonya Lodge with very little care experience, but with the support and encouragement from Nellsar, I am now the Deputy Manager.

I joined Nellsar in August 2026, and I love working at Sonya Lodge. Couldn’t have asked for a better team. And I love food.

I joined Nellsar, Sonya Lodge, in November 2024. I enjoy working with people from different backgrounds and cultures. I believe in treating others with respect, and I am happy to be part of the Nellsar team.

I am a dedicated health care worker with a strong background in both adult and children’s services and family support. I am known for my excellent...
I am a dedicated health care worker with a strong background in both adult and children’s services and family support. I am known for my excellent communication skills and my culturally aware, inclusive approach.
I consistently bring professionalism and warmth to my work. I am passionate about making a positive impact in the community and always keen to further develop my skills and contribute to meaningful projects.

Hi, I’m Candice, and I’ve been a part of Nellsar since 2019. I’m South African, and I love art, animals, the outdoors and food.

My name is Louisa; I go by Lou. I have one son and love travelling and adventures. I love making people happy.

I’m Suchithra Kochath. I’m originally from South India and joined Nellsar in September 2023. I’ve been working as a Night senior carer for nearly...
I’m Suchithra Kochath. I’m originally from South India and joined Nellsar in September 2023. I’ve been working as a Night senior carer for nearly three years now. I really enjoy my role, especially supporting our residents and working together with the team. I’m also always happy to learn new things and get involved in different activities.

My name is Ogochukwu Francis Atuanya, Healthcare Assistant at Sonya Lodge. I am proud to live Nellsar’s values of Listen and Respect in everything I...
My name is Ogochukwu Francis Atuanya, Healthcare Assistant at Sonya Lodge. I am proud to live Nellsar’s values of Listen and Respect in everything I do. Always taking time to truly hear our residents, honour their dignity, and treat everyone with the respect they deserve. I believe every person deserves to be seen, heard, and valued for who they are; their culture, their preferences, and their wishes. It is my privilege to walk alongside our residents, uphold their voice, and deliver care rooted in kindness, equality, and compassion.

Dedicated to building an inclusive, fair, and welcoming environment as a Carer, I love collaborating with diverse teams and learning from different perspectives. My personal passions include cooking, reading and a good cup of tea.

Nellsar is my family away from family. The team is very supportive and encouraging. I’m good at making people laugh.

Healthcare Assistant since 2024.

2 and a half years after joining as a 19-year-old on my gap year, the job satisfaction in being able to serve my local community is still very much...
2 and a half years after joining as a 19-year-old on my gap year, the job satisfaction in being able to serve my local community is still very much the same (if not more). I’m also looking forward to completing my Level 2 Diploma in Adult Care, thus formally becoming a Senior alongside my other professional, volunteering and academic commitments.

I'm Kevin. I'm a father of one and Grandfather of 2. I have worked at Sonya Lodge as a Housekeeping Assistant for almost 8 years.
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