
Autumn Lodge is a very special place, it has heart and soul.Penny D(Daughter of Resident/Service User)

We have been impressed greatly by the standard of care given to the residentsJill C(Sister-in-law of Resident/Service User)

Autumn Lodge was by far the best for me in terms of facilities, the friendliness of staffNicole C(Friend of Resident/Service User)

Autumn Lodge is a very special place, it has heart and soul.Penny D(Daughter of Resident/Service User)

We have been impressed greatly by the standard of care given to the residentsJill C(Sister-in-law of Resident/Service User)

Autumn Lodge was by far the best for me in terms of facilities, the friendliness of staffNicole C(Friend of Resident/Service User)

Autumn Lodge recognises that every individual living with dementia is unique which is why their approach is tailored to meet the specific needs of each resident. Whether providing long-term care, offering respite stays or facilitating day-care services, their specialist team is dedicated to offering help and understanding.
In a homely, safe and secure environment, Autumn Lodge offers round-the-clock personalised care. However, it is much more than just a care home; it...
Care Provided by Autumn Lodge Hove
Primary Care Categories
- Older Person Care
- Dementia
- Mental Health Condition
- Physical Disability
- Visual / Hearing Impairment
Length of Stay
- Permanent Care
- Respite Care
Care Types Provided
- Residential Care
- Dementia Residential Care
- For a maximum of 38 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
- Advanced/Complex Dementia
Other Care Provided
- Parkinson's Disease
- Stroke
- Palliative / End of Life Care
- Convalescent Care
- Acquired Brain Injury (ABI)
- Day Care
Facilities
- Own Furniture if required
- Smoking not permitted
- Close to Local shops
- Near Public Transport
- Minibus or other transport
- Lift
- Stairlift
- Wheelchair Access
- Gardens
- Phone Point in own room
- Television point in own room
- Residents Internet Access
Funding & Fees
Weekly Charges per Person
For information regarding fees, please don’t hesitate to contact us.
The price(s) shown are provided by the care home. Contact Autumn Lodge Hove for full pricing details and T&Cs.
Contact Autumn Lodge Hove 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
- Bravery Care Ltd
- Private Owned
Person in charge
- Christian Bravery(Registered Manager)
Local Authority / Social Services
Admission Information
- Mixed (no single-gender units)
- Ages 50+
Care Home Design/Build
- Purpose Built: No
- Last Refurbishment: 2024
- Number of floors: 3
Room Information
- Single Rooms (28)
- Couples/Companion Rooms (5)
- Single Rooms with ensuite Wet Room (10)
- Couples/Companion Rooms with ensuite Wet Room (1)
Visiting
- If a visit is being planned, Autumn Lodge would be delighted to welcome guests. Simply call ahead to ensure that one of the friendly managers is available to provide a tour of the home.
Parking
- Some parking is available on the private forecourt as well as along the street outside (NB: parking charges apply).
Autumn Lodge Hove Reviews (21)
Autumn Lodge Hove has a Review Score of 9.6 (9.600) out of 10, based on 14 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Autumn Lodge Hove has 21 reviews.
My mother was a resident at Autumn Lodge for five and a half years, where she was lovingly cared for until she peacefully passed away. The standard of care she received was the best and I highly recommend Autumn Lodge to any family member who is seeking a home for their loved one. Mum was treated with the greatest of respects, she enjoyed all the activities and party's which helped keep her so happy and stimulated. All my family members were treated with the same care too, helping it to feel like one big happy family. Mums care was perfect and she had a beautiful room with all her own special photos and treasures she enjoyed. The owner, manager and care staff are very approachable and will help with any enquiries or concerns. It was always a joy to walk through the doors of Autumn Lodge and be greeted by my mum with a big smile on her face and the friendly staff. I miss Autumn Lodge as it became a safe happy home for me to spend many days with my mum. I would like to thank all staff.
Thank you for your beautiful review and for trusting us to care for your mum over the past five and a half years. It was a privilege to support both your mum and your family, and we are so pleased that Autumn Lodge became a happy and safe home for you all. Your kind words mean so much to our team and will be shared with everyone.
Autumn Lodge has been a huge help in smoothing a very difficult time in our lives. Making that hard decision to leave a loved one in the care of someone else is difficult but every single staff member we had contact with at Autumn Lodge not only put our minds at ease but also cared for our loved one with the up most dignity and professionalism and support. They were consistently friendly and extremely caring. From the manager, to the on the floor carers, to the housekeeping staff, we found all of them treating our loved one as if they were their own family member. Autumn Lodge made ever effort possible to keep our mum entertained. We have no doubt whatsoever that our Mum was safe, cared for, very well fed and always had companionship within the home.There is nowhere else we would of liked our mum to of spent her final years. Thank you to everyone at Autumn lodge, you were outstanding.
Thank you for your kind words and for trusting us with your mum's care. It was a privilege to support your family and care for your mum with dignity, compassion and kindness. Your lovely comments mean so much to our team.
We were so pleased to have found this little home for my brother-in-law. He is so happy here and enjoys all the activities, in his last home, he would sit in his room all day. He gets on well with the staff who are so kind and caring and enjoys his meals. The staff did a wonderful 50's/60's afternoon which all the residents enjoyed with the dance music and teas. The home is always spotlessly clean, and residents are clean and well cared for when I have visited. I can always ask the staff how my brother-in-law is and raise any concerns I have. The owner's priority seems to be his staff and residents' welfare and that is why it always has a great warmth and happiness all the time.
Your kind words about our team and the atmosphere within the home mean a great deal to us. Thank you for your support.
My husband only became a resident in January, it was a very emotional wrench leaving him, but the staff of Autumn Lodge are so caring and friendly, from the carers to the housework team and the kitchen staff. I know he is being well cared for as he deserves, they go above and above putting on shows, taking them out and treating them as they all deserve.
Thank you for your lovely review. We know how difficult the move into care can be, and we are so pleased that your husband is happy and well cared for. Your kind words mean a great deal to our team.
My mother came to Autumn Lodge in early December 2025. Before she'd even got there we knew she would be lovingly cared for. We dropped some things off to make her room nice and when we came back to arrange them, everything had been beautifully laid out with obvious care and thoughtfulness. There is always something going on at Autumn Lodge and nothing is too much trouble.We could feel totally at ease knowing that Mum was safe and well cared for. It is clear in so many different ways that the team are dedicated to making people happy and the environment is full of love and warmth.
Thank you for your lovely review. We're glad you felt reassured . Knowing you felt your mother was safe and well cared for means a great deal to us.
The ethos of this care home is immediately obvious, the welcome is warm and friendly and the pervading atmosphere is calm and happy. All levels of staff have a patient and caring attitude to residents and visitors alike. For me this equates with what I would ideally wish to find in a persons own home. No effort was spared in ensuring the Christmas festivities were enjoyed by all concerned. Generous food and gifts were distributed with inclusive invitations for visitors to join in the fun entertainments Top marks!
Thank you for your wonderful review! Were so glad to hear that you felt the warmth, care, and happy atmosphere of our home. Its great to know you enjoyed the Christmas festivities as well. Your feedback means a lot to us!
My mum has been at Autumn Lodge for 6 months so far. I've been so impressed by the standard of care and the effort taken by the staff to make residents comfortable and happy. There are daily activities and entertainment organised which are fantastic. I couldn't really have hoped for a better care home for Mum.
Thank you for your kind words. We're so pleased your mum is happy here and that you're impressed with our care and activities. Your feedback means a lot!
I brought my brother, who is homeless to see our mother. All the staff who met him were so friendly, chatty, shaking hands and acknowledging him which is so different from what he usually encounters as being seen as a 'tramp' or vagrant. It was so touching.
The ethos of the home is about involving people in activities. They pay attention to all the senses and they have fun with the residents. The care is creative, compassionate and consistent.
They maintain the magic of being a family of carers, not just a workforce of team.
I hope they appreciate how special they are and the talent it takes to work day in and day out with people who cannot be cared for at home by family because it is too difficult.
Thank you for your kind words. We're glad our care and welcoming environment have made a difference for your family. Your support means a lot to us at Autumn Lodge.
We have been impressed greatly by the standard of care given to the residents (and visitors) of Autumn Lodge. Without exception, the staff provide a compassionate, friendly and safe environment with excellent catering and wide-ranging activities. There is a lot of laughter! We are extremely grateful for all they have done to give our brother the best possible quality of life over the last year.
Thank you for your kind words during this difficult time. We're grateful to have been part of your brother's life and to know that our care brought comfort to him and your family.
They work really hard to engage the residents and keep them physically active and mentally alert as much as possible, within their individual limitations. There are group activities three times a day, such as chair football, movie nights, strolls to the local coffee shop, social events for residents, their relatives, and staff together, and art and cookery classes. My Mum particularly enjoys the different singers and musicians who visit most afternoons and encourage people to sing and dance.
It is very sad watching my Mum deteriorate but it is a huge relief to know she is looked after and being taken care of by a group of staff who are so dedicated to making the last stage of her life as happy and fulfilling as it can be.
Thank you for your kind review. We're glad to hear you feel reassured by the care your mum receives at Autumn Lodge. It's wonderful she enjoys the activities, especially the music sessions. Your feedback means a lot to our team and encourages us to continue providing the best care possible.
The staff at Autumn Lodge are lovely, very caring and work as a team. The residents have a fantastic week of activities every day, they take the residents out up to three times a week, various activities - art club, pedal people and coffee shop activities. The home is very clean and the food is amazing, the dessert trolley and the local fish and chips every week. Overall they really make it feel like home for the residents.
Thank you for your lovely feedback. We're glad to hear you're happy with the care, activities and meals we provide. We like to make Autumn Lodge feel like home for our residents.
My 88-year-old neighbour was diagnosed with dementia and Autumn Lodge was one of three recommended homes given. Autumn Lodge was by far the best for me in terms of facilities, the friendliness of staff, location and also their 24-hour visiting times. She spent four months at Autumn Lodge before she died and every day received an incredible amount of love and care. Both the residents and care home staff are the happiest I've met. I highly recommend this care home.
Thank you Nicole for your kind words and recommendation. We're honoured that you chose Autumn Lodge for your neighbour's care and are glad to hear that she received the love and support she deserved during her time with us. Your feedback means a lot to our team.
I've visited Autumn Lodge many times while my friend has been staying there and it's always lovely to see the events organised for the residents. It must be hard work, but the team always seem cheerful and genuinely supportive of my friend. I always leave feeling that this is the best place for her; she's in good hands, and I truly appreciate all the care they provide.
Thank you for your kind words. We're glad you feel your friend is well cared for and that she's in good hands. We appreciate your support and we are pleased you enjoy our events.
The care our grandmother received from Autumn Lodge was of a very high standard. The home and rooms are beautifully kept, the food was amazing and the entertainment and activities were always so much fun for the residents. The staff, manager and owner were helpful, friendly and very good with communication with the family. When you leave a loved one to be looked after you want to know that they feel safe and cared for and we felt that was exactly what our grandmother was receiving throughout her time there. Highly recommended thank you!
Thank you for your kind words and recommendation. We're happy to hear your grandmother felt safe and cared for with us. It was our privilege to look after her.
My mother was a resident in Autumn Lodge for 4 years, the care she received during her stay was exceptional. The carers always show such kindness and patience and create a happy home for all the residents. Peace of mind was the greatest gift they gave to me and my family, knowing that my mum was in a safe, loving environment. The home is beautifully furnished and very clean, my mum had a lovely room that was kept spotless. The food is delicious and the sweet trolley a dream. Every afternoon there is entertainment and there is a beautiful secure garden that residents can access themselves. An aviary of budgies provide sweet sounds and Dotty the home dog was a favourite of my mum. The owner and the manager are very approachable and you can tell they truly have great affection for all the residents. I have been to many of the tea parties that they have put on for residents and their families, which were wonderful. I would highly recommend Autumn Lodge.
I feel she may sadly be unable to join us this Christmas but I know that the home will create a magical Christmas for everyone because the staff really do make an effort to create lots of great entertainment and fun and I’m so grateful for that as my mum is a happy, jolly old lady with plenty of life in her yet! Thank you, Autumn Lodge, she loves you all!
Thank you so much for the lovely review of our Home. It does mean so much to us to know that you feel your mum is happy living at Autumn Lodge. We are all looking forward to sharing a fun and happy Christmas with your mum.
This home is well led by the fantastic staff. The manager is remarkable and the owner is 100% involved with staff and residents care, to give them the choice to live a holistic lifestyle. The residents are allowed the freedom to be themselves without interventions in medication. They are well supported in their daily lives no matter how difficult things get, as on a daily basis Dementia can change rapidly. The staff adapt to their needs. My only suggestion would be - when will the owner of Bravery care open another home like this? All homes should take the lead on Autumn Lodge's ethics, care, compassion and ideas of holistic care.
Autumn Lodge is exceptional. Everyone is treated with warmth, respect and understanding with ALL staff going out of their way to ensure the wellbeing of residents – and their family! We're so fortunate to have found Autumn Lodge and instantly knew that it was the right place for Mum to be. Mum has later stage dementia and she's lived here for eight years; I know that as her illness progresses they'll not abandon her.
The home is maintained to a very high standard yet it is undoubtedly everyone's comfortable home, not just somewhere they happen to live. Personal care, nutrition and involvement in social activities are all treated as equally important to the happiness of the residents and if someone wants to spend the day in bed (a favourite activity of Mum's!) That's fine too; care is not stinted just because they are in their own room. Continued monitoring of health is exceptional too and I think it is fair to say that Mum is happier and has thrived in recent years because of their care.
This wonderful care home which specialises in Alzheimer's gives peace of mind to relatives. The staff are caring, compassionate and very well trained. Visitors can pop in at any time, food is plentiful and of excellent quality; being all cooked on the premises. Nobody is left in their room all day and everybody is encouraged to join in with the daily afternoon events. The buildings and lovely gardens are all maintained to the highest standard. We count ourselves very lucky to have a place there.
In April 2014, following emergency respite care, I was told my husband would not be able to return home. Following several viewings, Autumn Lodge was the secure home I was looking for. It is in every sense a home, and we were warmly welcomed to join the special Autumn Lodge family. Every member of staff engages and cares for the residents. From housekeeping, kitchen, maintenance etc, they all fully enter into the spirit of caring. Residents enjoy a lively, stimulating, happy and safe atmosphere. Every birthday is celebrated. Christmas parties, summer barbecues, afternoon and morning tea and coffee mornings are enjoyed by us all. I was heartbroken when I could no longer look after Brian but I soon realised that at last we were both being cared for.
Regulatory Rating
Care Quality Commission (CQC) Rating
Date: 17 November 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
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News (1) & Events (0)
- 10 Jun 2026
A huge thank you to everyone who joined us for our Vintage Tea Party. We were fortunate to enjoy lovely weather, making it the perfect afternoon for residents, relatives and...
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Frequently Asked Questions about Autumn Lodge Hove
What types of Care is Autumn Lodge Hove registered for?
Older Person Care, Dementia, Mental Health Condition, Physical Disability, Visual / Hearing Impairment are the registered (by the Care Quality Commission) categories of Care.
How many Rooms does Autumn Lodge Hove have?
There are 28 Single Rooms and 5 Couples/Companion Rooms.
What are the Facilities & Services at Autumn Lodge Hove?
Own Furniture if required, Smoking not permitted, Close to Local shops, Near Public Transport, Minibus or other transport, Lift, Stairlift, 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 Autumn Lodge Hove to the centre of Hove?
0.3 mile(s) as the crow flies, distance by road may be significantly further.
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