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Arun Lodge can provide care for those who require long-term, short-term or respite care.
At Arun Lodge there is a garden for residents, traditional home cooking with special diets catered for and regular activities and outings. NVQ...
Care Provided by Arun Lodge Residential Care Home
Primary Care Categories
- Older Person Care
- Dementia
- Visual / Hearing Impairment
Length of Stay
- Permanent Care
- Respite Care
Care Types Provided
- Residential Care
- Dementia Residential Care
- For a maximum of 19 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
- Palliative / End of Life Care
- COPD/Pulmonary Disease
- Convalescent 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
- Stairlift
- Wheelchair Access
- Gardens
- Phone Point in own room
- Television point in own room
- Residents Internet Access
Funding & Fees
Weekly Charges per Person
Arun Lodge will accept local authority funding subject to a top-up being agreed.
The price(s) shown are provided by the care home. Contact Arun Lodge Residential Care Home for full pricing details and T&Cs.
Contact Arun Lodge Residential Care Home 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
- Annette Rawlins
- Private Owned
Person in charge
- Lindsay Brown(Manager)
Local Authority / Social Services
Admission Information
- Ages 65+
Care Home Design/Build
- Purpose Built: No
- Last Refurbishment: 2022
- Number of floors: 3
Room Information
- Single Rooms (19)
Visiting
- Arun Lodge welcomes visitors. There is no appointment necessary, they just ask that visitors are mindful of mealtimes. All visitors will be asked to sign in upon entry to the home.
Parking
- There is off road parking for 5 vehicles outside the home.
Arun Lodge Residential Care Home Reviews (21)
Arun Lodge Residential Care Home has a Review Score of 9.4 (9.443) out of 10, based on 7 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Arun Lodge Residential Care Home has 21 reviews.
Arun Lodge is a well-run business care home, the staff are always very friendly , helpful and caring. My mother absolutely loves the care home and feels very comfortable there. I would give this place a 5 star rating, this place has given my mum a new lease of life, well done everyone.
When I first visited Arun Lodge, I knew instantly that this was the place where I wanted to move my Mum. The staff are so warm, caring and friendly and that hasn't changed throughout the time that my Mum has been a resident. Nothing is too much trouble. They are always available to answer your questions and address any concerns that you may have. My Mum had problems eating solid food and they instantly started to puree her meals. I have never seen my Mum eating so well and so happy. The staff always go the extra mile. They put up decorations when it is Christmas, Easter and more importantly when it is someone's birthday. Mum is always spotless as is her comfy room. Cuddles are always given freely and Mum's wishes are respected. I feel safe and comforted knowing that my Mum is in very good and safe hands.
Thank you for a lovely review. We feel very honoured to care for such a lovely lady , she brings us such joy and laughter every day and makes our job a privilege to do. We are so glad Joan has settled well.
My mother went into Arun Lodge at the beginning of December 2025 owing to her mobility issues. She had lived at home independently until then, so the move was a big shock. However, the staff made her so welcome and comfortable that she soon settled in. They treated her with care and dignity until her death in April at the grand age of 102.
Your mum was an absolute treasure who we loved having with us, thank you for your kind words and we send our love to you and your family.
Went above and beyond what I would expect for the money making my grandmother feel welcome and comfortable.
Thank you for your kind words, it was our pleasure to care for your grandmother, a wonderful lady.
I am very satisfied with every aspect. My accommodation, catering and staff leave nothing to be desired. I could not be more satisfied.
Thank you for your kind words, it is our pleasure to have you with us.
I was quickly greeted at the front door with a lovely smiling face from a very polite and helpful carer. The home looked lovely and festive with all the Christmas decorations and created a warm and welcoming feeling for all residents and visitors. The care given to all residents is outstanding and I am very grateful that my grandmother who currently is unwell is receiving exceptional care and comfort to help her feel more relaxed.
I am so pleased our family found Arun Lodge to look after my mother-in-law. It is a wonderful home that feels just like home. The staff truly care and she has built up some lovely relationships with them. It makes it that little bit easier knowing she is happy and well looked after. Thank you.
Mum has been a resident of Arun Lodge for a year. The core nursing team remain consistent, visible and respectful of Mum's needs. There is always a friendly, calm and homely feel. Residents look well cared for and very settled whenever I visit. Activities are gradually being reintroduced with visits from dogs and alpacas! Residents are gently encouraged to socialise in the lounge and dining room. The food menus look appetising, Mum really enjoys all her meals.
I am so pleased with the care and support my mum receives and the tenderness and devotion given to her by the staff.
Any enquiries I've made have always been quickly dealt with.
I'm kept updated with her well being and the activities she's joining in with along with photos which have been lovely to share with family members. Arun Lodge is more like a home than a care home.
Thank you for your kind words, it is our pleasure and honour to care for your mum.
We have been particularly grateful for the care and attention all the staff have demonstrated towards our aunt. She herself says, "the people here are very kind." We have been impressed by the measures taken to prevent any infections by the virus, but this means that we have only on one occasion been inside Arun Lodge so are unable to comment on detailed questions. However, our overriding opinion is that all the staff have taken extra time and energy to get to know our aunt.
Many thanks for your feedback Robin, it has been a pleasure to welcome your aunt into our home. It has been unfortunate with having to close our doors on a few occasions as a precautionary measure due to the pandemic but we're happy to be open again for visits now and encourage you to book something in when you wish.
My sister has been a resident for two years. It was her request that she stayed at Arun Lodge after a period of recuperation there. She feels happy and safe. To know she is well cared for and loves where she is, means everything to the family.
Thank you for your feedback Julia, we are pleased your family feel reassured and happy with the care your sister receives here.
I have found this care home to be very satisfactory and most helpful in responding to queries. The staff have been very kind to my sister. The position in Bognor is ideal for trips out to the promenade and easy access for parking.
We value your feedback Helen and are pleased you feel that your sister is being well looked after. Thank you for your kind words.
Straight away we felt reassured that our dad was in good hands, we were able to talk to the manager and staff about his situation and they were very accommodating. The home is small and friendly yet professionally run and has a team of super staff. Indeed, it felt more like a 'home' than some larger care homes that we visited, maybe fewer facilities and slightly less spacious but these things were made up for by the strong personal contact and support. When dad joined the home he was really anxious and struggling to think straight and found it hard to walk unaccompanied without feeling dizzy or his knees giving way. It was so helpful that staff were able to accompany dad to health appointments so that he could have eyes, teeth etc. checked. Within a few months, we noticed a considerable improvement in dad's state of mind, being much more positive. He has gone from strength to strength, started going for walks, reading the newspaper and just being so much more himself.
Thank you for such lovely feedback on the service you felt we have provided for your dad, it gives us great satisfaction that we have been able to contribute towards your dad regaining his confidence in certain life skills and his independence, it has been a delight to all of the staff witnessing the change in him.
Arun Lodge Care Home is outstanding. I would recommend that, the care could not be bettered.
I am 87 years old and until a year ago, I was able to look after myself completely, on my own, but following an illness I am unable to care for myself. I moved back to the south from Norfolk to be closer to my family and my wonderful granddaughter found Arun Lodge for me. I feel blessed to be in a great home where I know, and my family, appreciate the fact that I am safe, hopefully, the rest of my days.
Mum has been at Arun Lodge for about 4 years now. I can't fault the staff and the care they give mum. The home is really cosy, inviting and clean. It is like being in a family home, not a care home. The food is all home cooked and to a high standard.
He always had a care plan and everything was done for his well being. Whenever I visited I was greeted by friendly staff and I know my brother regarded them as friends. Living some distance away it was comforting to know that he was happy and well looked after. All praise to all concerned.
The home is very clean and in good decorative order. My mother's room is very pleasant and has an en-suite toilet. I asked for a raised seat to be provided for her and this was done immediately. The owner provided a white board for the carers to use to make communication with my mother easier as she is very deaf. A couple of times in visiting my mother I found her hearing aid battery had not been changed and feel that the staff should have noticed this and replaced the battery. My mother has short term memory loss and sometimes feels lonely and isolated, I don't think the home provides much entertainment or activities for residents.
Thank you for your feedback we are always looking for ways to improve so any feedback/suggestions are always welcome. We have external activities/entertainment on a regular basis and are currently reviewing the in house activities provided and try to plan for excursions in the summer months.
I have been visiting Arun Lodge nursing home weekly for approximately two years. I have never failed to be impressed by the welcome my therapy dog and I receive by both staff and residents. There is always a very happy, homely atmosphere! Lovely touches, bouquets of flowers for all the ladies on Mothering Sunday! Food always looks great, served in a delightful dining room. Health safety and staff training second to none - Ambience, activities many varied. One day I would be very happy to live there, would feel like home from home!
Mother has been in the home for 4 years. She has been content with her room, staff, food and general care. I have witnessed kindness, patience, humour, consideration and thoughtfulness. The staff treat the residents as individuals and use given names of residents which is better than "dearie" etc. I have recommended this home to a relative who will be using the home for respite care. P.s mother is not able to write now.
Regulatory Rating
Care Quality Commission (CQC) Rating
Date: 12 January 2026Good
- CaringGood
- EffectiveGood
- ResponsiveGood
- SafeGood
- Well-ledGood
Inspection ratings
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- 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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Meet the Team (1)

I am deeply passionate about enhancing our residents’ quality of life, ensuring their individual needs, preferences, and wishes are at the heart of everything we do. I believe that genuine care is about kindness, dignity, and meaningful connections, and I strive to lead by example every day.
I am very fortunate to be supported by a highly experienced and dedicated team that shares my values and commitment to putting people first. Together, we work hard to provide a warm, welcoming home where residents and families feel supported and confident in the care we provide.
Frequently Asked Questions about Arun Lodge Residential Care Home
What types of Care is Arun Lodge Residential Care Home registered for?
Older Person Care, Dementia, Visual / Hearing Impairment are the registered (by the Care Quality Commission) categories of Care.
How many Rooms does Arun Lodge Residential Care Home have?
There are 19 Single Rooms.
What are the Facilities & Services at Arun Lodge Residential Care Home?
Own Furniture if required, Pet Friendly (or by arrangement), 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 Arun Lodge Residential Care Home to the centre of Bognor Regis?
0.4 mile(s) as the crow flies, distance by road may be significantly further.
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