Godden Lodge Care Home

57 Hart Road, Thundersley, Benfleet SS7 3GL
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9.5 122 Reviews
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Godden Lodge Care Home, idyllically situated close to the coast in Thundersley, Benfleet, provides high quality residential, nursing and dementia care.

Emphasising person-centred care, the dedicated and professional care team at Godden Lodge spend time getting to know residents. Not only does this allow them to offer the care and support they need, now and in the future, it also ensures they are able to design a lifestyle that all residents can get fulfilment from. Whether it be the varied activities programme, planning visits with family and friends, or taking trips out in the local community, the team promote a positive quality of life for every resident.

Godden Lodge has been designed to offer homely living for residents. Every corner of the home from the cosy living rooms and welcoming dining rooms to the stunning landscaped garden and patio has been carefully planned to ensure there is always a space to relax, socialise or spend time with friends and family.

If you'd like to learn more about Godden Lodge and take a look around the home, please contact the friendly team. They'd be happy to show you around and answer any questions you have.
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Care Provided

Primary Care Categories

  • Older Person Care
  • Dementia
  • Physical Disability

Length of Stay

  • Permanent Care

Care Types Provided

  • Residential Care
  • Nursing Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Dementia Nursing Care
  • For a maximum of 133 Service Users

Dementia Care Types

  • Moderate Dementia

Other Care Provided

  • Parkinson's Disease
  • Stroke
  • Palliative / End of Life Care
  • Convalescent Care

Facilities

  • Own Furniture if required
  • Pet Friendly (or by arrangement)
  • Close to Local shops
  • Near Public Transport
  • Gardens
  • Phone Point in own room
  • Television point in own room
  • Residents Internet Access

Funding & Fees

Weekly Charges per Person

  • Self-Funded Residential Care: from £1150

These prices are only a guideline, please contact Godden Lodge Care Home to find out the exact price for your requirements.

Funding Types Accepted

  • Self Funding (Private)
  • Local Authority with Top Up
  • Local Authority
  • NHS Continuing Healthcare (CHC)

Good to Know

Group/Owner

Person in charge

  • Lewis Chester (Care Home Manager)

Local Authority / Social Services

Admission Criteria

  • Ages 65+

Care Home Design/Build

  • Purpose Built: Yes

Room Information

  • Single Rooms (133)

Godden Lodge Care Home Reviews (122)

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Godden Lodge Care Home has a Review Score of 9.5 (9.494) out of 10, based on 38 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Godden Lodge Care Home has 122 reviews.

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Review from C G (Wife of Resident) published on 19 August 2025 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 3.0 out of 5
Food very good, staff very good and patient but not enough of them, consequently some days he is not out of bed until noon.
Reply from Julie Caygill, Hospital Liaison Team Administrator at Godden Lodge Care Home

Thank you for your review, we value all feedback as this helps us to improve our service where required. We are sorry to hear your experience has not been as expected. Our staffing levels are reviewed using a dependency tool and the home is continuing to recruit to any vacant roles. We also use our own internal HC-One "Flexforce" colleagues who are available to cover shifts at short notice. Should you wish to discuss your concerns further, the home manager will happily meet with you.

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Review from Tina T (Daughter of Resident) published on 15 August 2025 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Godden Lodge have made the transition to residential care amazing for mum. The staff have been amazing at helping mum to settle and feel part of their community. They have also been wonderful for helping our family to know that mum is safe, happy and well looked after.
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Review from John G (Son of Resident) published on 31 July 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
My mother has lived in the home for just over two years. Initially, it was a struggle. She had been used to living on her own with the help of carers. Once she had settled in to her new surroundings things have been good.
All the staff, I have contact with, that includes carers, activities and cleaners
are wonderful.
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Review from Carole S (Wife of Resident) published on 11 June 2025 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Staff have always been polite and helpful, nothing seems to be too much trouble and they keep me informed of any incidents.
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Review from L H (Daughter of Resident) published on 16 May 2025 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My mum had been in Godden Lodge for nearly 6 years.
She was so happy well cared for in every sense.
I cannot fault the staff from the beginning to Mum's last breath.#
They are all ANGELS.
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Review from Deborah E (Daughter of Resident) published on 16 May 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My dad passed away at home, the staff was amazing to my dad and me. They played his favourite songs when in his last hours. Sat with him till I got there. He was only there couple of months but every one was amazing can't praise them enough big big cuddle My dad loved it thanks xxxx
Reply from HC-One Limited, Administrator at Godden Lodge Care Home

Thank you so much for taking the time to leave such a positive review of our home at this difficult time, please accept our sincere condolences to you and your family. We will ensure your kind words are shared with the team. Thank you again for your review

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Review from Deborah H (Daughter of Resident) published on 14 May 2025 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
My dad well cared for by staff always clean and smart and looks comfortable. The food is well presented and good portions although my dad has puree food. The staff are very friendly and helpful and offer us a cup of tea. The rooms are kept very clean and presentable. My dad has a very good view of the
gardens which makes him smile a lot, most of the rooms have this. A lovely care home.
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Review from J G (Daughter of Resident) published on 13 May 2025 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Very happy with the care provided.
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Review from L G (Son of Resident) published on 12 May 2025 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Very happy with the home and all staff. Dad cared for very well.
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Review from Danny R (Nephew of Resident) published on 7 May 2025 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
Staff are caring, kind, friendly and attentive even when under pressure.
The meals are varied and residents appear to enjoy them.
There are some excellent activities but these don not seem to happen often. The residents could do with more music and stimulation.
The complex and room are clean and
tidy.
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Review from Sharon B (Daughter of Resident) published on 7 May 2025 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Since my father arrived he has been welcomed by all the staff into a wonderful family environment. So friendly, helpful, lovely caring people. Dad was pampered and made to feel so very comfortable in the few days he had. Dad told me he was so happy, warm and the cup of coffee he had was beautiful. Dad
was grateful to be in such a lovely caring nursing home with amazing wonderful nurses and carers. Thank you all so very much x
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Review from Olivia H (Granddaughter of Resident) published on 15 April 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My grandad goes here and I have to say, it's an amazing care home! The staff are so so friendly and caring and take such good care of all the people here. Food is lovely, beds and rooms are always made and tided, I have to say, this is just the best carehome!!
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Review from Gillian N (Daughter of Resident) published on 11 April 2025 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My mother was end of life, palliative care when she was transferred to Godden Lodge Cephus ward. Although fairly independent at the time, she became more and more unwell. The team at Cephus and the care home manager couldn't have been more caring. They arranged for an early birthday party for her and
went over and beyond in making sure her ending was as comfortable and dignified as is possible. Thank you Cephus.
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Review from Jackie W (Daughter of Resident) published on 3 April 2025 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Mum is very happy at Godden Lodge, she has told us she is comfortable and feels safe. Mum really enjoys the company of the carers and nurses and thinks they are excellent. As a family we feel content and assured that we have put Mum in good hands. Thank you to all who work here.
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Review from S B (Daughter of Resident) published on 13 January 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My mum has been in Godden Lodge Care Home for just over a year, she has advanced dementia so can be very challenging but the staff are amazing. Her personal care is so good even with Mum's constant complaining, It doesn't matter what time of day you go the home is always spotless, the staff sit and
do various activities, it has surpassed my expectations and I can't thank all of the staff highly enough.
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Review from Andrea H (Daughter of Resident) published on 18 November 2024 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
From the moment my mum was settled into Godden Lodge, myself and the family felt that Mum would be safe and happy there, which was a huge relief. All the staff were caring and kind and Mum told us frequently how happy she was and that the staff really cared for her. We always felt very welcome to visit
anytime and Mum loved it when we brought our dog to visit her too! Anytime we had any worries or concerns the staff always were happy to discuss things and take any necessary action. I often thought if I ever needed 24-hour care I could be so happy there, as Mum was until she peacefully passed away.
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Review from A S (Son of Resident) published on 14 October 2024 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
It was my mum's birthday and the staff gave my mum a cake with candles on it, sang happy birthday and took some pictures. One of the pictures is on the notice board, that was brilliant. I didn't ask them to do it, so that made it even more special, not only for Mum but for me as well. A massive thank
you to all the staff. Mum has favourites but they change each time I see her, so to me, that shows how brilliant each one is with my mum. Thank you.
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Review from R P (Daughter of Resident) published on 10 October 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Our Mum came into this home for end-of-life care. All the staff were very kind, respectful and caring to our Mum and our family in the last few weeks of her life. Can't praise or thank them enough.
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Review from J G (Daughter-in-law of Resident) published on 15 August 2024 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Following my Father being admitted into Godden Lodge, we were very pleased with both the quality of the home and the amazing staff.
This was then followed by my Mum being admitted due to palliative care. The staff worked hard to get them on the same ward, which is incredible having been married for
73 years and never separated, what more can I say.
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Review from A M (Son-in-law of Resident) published on 27 June 2024 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
The lodge is always clean and tidy with the staff providing a friendly welcome on arrival. The staff are helpful and always willing to help whenever we visit and also know when to leave us for some 'family time'. Everyone seems to know our father-in-law throughout all the staff and always makes sure
he is provided with good care.
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Current Review Score: 9.5 (9.494)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.5 (9.494) out of 10 for Godden Lodge Care Home is based on a) the Average Rating and b) the number of positive Reviews.

  1. The Average Rating is 4.5 out of 5 from 38 Reviews in the last 24 months.
  2. The score for the number of positive Reviews is 5.0 out of 5 from 34 positive Reviews in the last 24 months.

Detailed Breakdown of Review Score

The maximum Review Score for a Care Home is 10, which is made up from the Average Rating of Reviews (maximum of 5 points) and the Number of Reviews (maximum of 5 points) in the last 24 months:

  1. 5 Points are available for the Average Rating from all Reviews in the last 24 months. The Average Rating of 4.494 for Godden Lodge Care Home is calculated as follows: ( (299 Excellents x 5) + (99 Goods x 4) + (35 Satisfactorys x 3) + (6 Poors x 2) + (10 Very Poors x 1) ) ÷ 449 Ratings = 4.494
  2. 5 Points are available for the number of Positive Reviews in the last 24 months. A Positive Review is defined as any Review with an 'Overall Experience' of '4' or '5' (out of a max rating '5'). The 5 Points relating to the number of positive Reviews for Godden Lodge Care Home is based on 34 positive Reviews in the last 24 months and is calculated as per below:

    The 5 points available are broken down as follows:

    1. 4 points are available for the first 10 Positive Reviews in the last 24 months; 3 points for the first Positive Review, and then 0.125 Points for each of the next four Positive Reviews and then 0.1 Points for the next five Positive Reviews. (1st = 3.000, 2nd = 0.125, 3rd = 0.125, 4th = 0.125, 5th = 0.125, 6th = 0.100, 7th = 0.100, 8th = 0.100, 9th = 0.100, 10th = 0.100) 3 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.1 + 0.1 + 0.1 + 0.1 + 0.1 = 4
    2. 1 point is available for the number of Positive Reviews reaching 20% of the registered maximum number of service users in the last 24 months. If this number is partially reached, then that proportion of 1 point is given. eg a Care Home registered for a maximum of 50 service users has to reach 10 Positive Reviews to receive 1 point, if it has 7 reviews it will receive 0.7 points. 20% of the 133 registered maximum number of service users is 26.6, which has been reached with 34 Positive reviews. Points = 1
  3. When a Review is submitted by someone who has previously submitted a Review, only the latest Review will count towards the Review Score.
  4. If a Care Home does not have a review in the last 24 months, then it will not have a Review Score.

Regulatory Rating

Care Quality Commission (CQC) Rating

Date: 21 May 2024

Overall Good

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  • Safe Good
  • Well-led Good
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Frequently Asked Questions about Godden Lodge Care Home

What types of Care is Godden Lodge Care Home registered for?

Older Person Care, Dementia & Physical Disability are the registered (by the Care Quality Commission) categories of Care.

How many Rooms does Godden Lodge Care Home have?

There are 133 Single Rooms.

What are the Facilities & Services at Godden Lodge Care Home?

Own Furniture if required, Pet Friendly (or by arrangement), Close to Local shops, Near Public Transport, Gardens, Phone Point in own room, Television point in own room & Residents Internet Access are some of the Facilities & Services.

How far is Godden Lodge Care Home to the centre of Benfleet?

1.0 mile(s) as the crow flies, distance by road may be significantly further.

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