
The staff are extremely patient, kind and respectful towards her and all other residentsDebbie I(Daughter of Resident/Service User)

Staff and facilities are of the highest standard.Alison H(Daughter of Resident/Service User)


The staff are extremely patient, kind and respectful towards her and all other residentsDebbie I(Daughter of Resident/Service User)

Staff and facilities are of the highest standard.Alison H(Daughter of Resident/Service User)


Charles Lodge is situated off an attractive tree lined road in a central but secluded position in Hove. In addition to local shops and amenities invigorating sea breezes can be enjoyed on a visit to the nearby seafront.
The care needs of Residential and Dementia diagnosed service users can be met within the home’s pleasant environment.
Care Provided by Charles Lodge
Primary Care Categories
- Older Person Care
- Dementia
Length of Stay
- Permanent Care
- Respite Care
Care Types Provided
- Residential Care
- Dementia Residential Care
- For a maximum of 27 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
- Day Care
Facilities
- Own Furniture if required
- Smoking not permitted
- Close to Local shops
- Near Public Transport
- Lift
- Wheelchair Access
- Gardens
- Phone Point in own room
- Television point in own room
- Residents Internet Access
Funding & Fees
Weekly Charges per Person
Fees are dependent on the Room and the person centred care
The price(s) shown are provided by the care home. Contact Charles Lodge for full pricing details and T&Cs.
Contact Charles 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
- Nicholas James Care Homes Ltd
- Private Owned
Person in charge
- Perin Varkey Prasad(Manager)
Local Authority / Social Services
Admission Information
- Ages 65+
Care Home Design/Build
- Purpose Built: No
- Last Refurbishment: 2019
Room Information
- Single Rooms (25)
- Couples/Companion Rooms (1)
- Single Rooms with ensuite Wet Room (19)
Visiting
- Visiting is at anytime
Parking
- Have own car park at the front of the home
Charles Lodge Reviews (44)
Charles Lodge has a Review Score of 9.6 (9.565) out of 10, based on 10 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Charles Lodge has 44 reviews.
Having visited several homes, we knew straight away that this was the right place for mum. The staff were inviting and friendly, the residents were happy, relaxed and clean. Mum settled in quickly as she was allocated a buddy, she is now eating regularly and looking forward to her meals. There is always a varied choice of menu to cater for all tastes. The staff make us feel involved and we feel welcome when we visit. I couldn't ask for a better, reassuring placement. Outings and activities are organised which mum is 89 and still able to join in.
As soon as we walked in we noticed the caring and homely atmosphere. The staff take a real interest in the residents, making time to talk to them and visitors. We are made to feel welcome and know we can talk to staff/manager if we have any concerns and they will be dealt with promptly. Residents are treated with dignity and encouraged to join in the activities, games, quizzes, music and crafts. We didn't realise she was so good at throwing games and often scores bullseyes! Food is well cooked and her dietary preferences catered for. Mum likes the idea of a buddy and it helped her settle in. It was a big move after years living on her own and we are so glad that mum is being looked after by such caring carers.
All staff are welcoming to visitors and caring and respectful to residents. The atmosphere in the building is light and cheerful and kept to a high standard of cleanliness. The home has a large garden which is used by a limited number of residents. I would like to see more activities using this valuable asset during the summer months.
Charles Lodge is a lovely care home and is very friendly and caring. The staff are very helpful and patient and also very kind and courteous to the residents, especially the manger. My mother could not be in a better environment...
Regulatory Rating
Care Quality Commission (CQC) Rating
Date: 18 January 2019Good
- CaringGood
- EffectiveRequires improvement
- 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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Awards / Recognitions (4)
- 28 Feb 2020Recipient: Nicholas James Care Homes Ltd
- 28 Feb 2019Recipient: Nicholas James Care Homes Ltd
- 01 Feb 2018Recipient: Nicholas James Care Homes Ltd
Accreditations
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Meet the Team (1)

I've proudly worked with Nicholas James Care Homes for nearly three years and recently stepped into the role of Care Home Manager. My Journey in care has been shaped by a deep belief in empathy and a genuine passion for making a difference in people's lives.
I've been actively involved in CQC inspections, contributing to positive outcomes that reflect our team's dedication to high-quality, person-centred care. I'm committed to creating a warm, supportive environment where both residents and staff feel respected, valued, and heard.
"To care is to connect -- with kindness, patience, and heart."
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