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Godden Lodge Care Home

57 Hart Road, Thundersley, Benfleet, Essex SS7 3GL
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Mum has been extremely well cared for by all the staffJohn S(Son of Resident/Service User)
Godden Lodge Care Home, Benfleet
Godden Lodge Care Home, Benfleet
Godden Lodge Care Home, Benfleet

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...  

Care Provided by Godden Lodge Care Home

Primary Care Categories

  • Older Person Care
  • Dementia
  • Physical Disability
  • Visual / Hearing Impairment

Length of Stay

  • Permanent Care
  • Respite 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

Type of carePermanentRespite
Residential CareFrom £1,225From £1,347
Residential Dementia CareFrom £1,331From £1,464
Nursing CareFrom £1,441From £1,586
Nursing Dementia CareFrom £1,547From £1,703

Contact Godden Lodge 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)

Support you may be entitled to

  • If you chose a care home based in England, you may be eligible for NHS Funded Nursing Care (FNC), which helps cover the cost of nursing. This is worth £267.68 per week and is usually paid directly to the care home.

Good to Know

Group / Owner

Person in charge

  • Lewis Chester(Care Home Manager)

Local Authority / Social Services

Admission Information

  • Ages 65+

Care Home Design/Build

  • Purpose Built: Yes

Room Information

  • Single Rooms (133)

Godden Lodge Care Home Reviews (124)

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9.4

Godden Lodge Care Home has a Review Score of 9.4 (9.410) out of 10, based on 22 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time Godden Lodge Care Home has 124 reviews.

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Review from P T (Daughter of Resident) published on 30 October 2019 Submitted via Postal Card
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Mum has been looked after well since coming to Godden Lodge. Her health and well being has been looked after extremely well, and she has become more outgoing and content in her physio sessions and rehabilitation. She's eaten more and putting on weight which enables her the strength to recover her mobility. The lovely ladies who look after mum are really happy to help mum in any way she needs with a good sense of humour.

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Review from D V (Granddaughter of Resident) published on 23 October 2019 Submitted via Postal Card
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The staff are amazing they are so caring and personable, they really do look after my grandmother. They take the time to get to know me as well when they are so extremely busy. I couldn't ask for a better home for my grandmother to be in.

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Review from J W (Son of Resident) published on 17 October 2019 Submitted via Postal Card
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Mum seems happy enough apart from the dinners. She likes the staff and has made some friends with other residents.

Reply from Clare Sheehan, Careline Advisor at Godden Lodge Care Home

Thank you very much for your feedback. We are very pleased to hear your Mother is happy at Godden Lodge. However we will ensure our Chefs work closely with your Mother so we get the best outcome for her, please do not hesitate to contact the Home Manager if you have any further comments or suggestions.

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Review from Susan A (Daughter of Resident) published on 10 April 2019 Submitted via Postal Card
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My mum was in Godden Lodge for 7 months, the care, love and attention she got from all the staff was outstanding.
The manager of Godden Lodge went beyond more than I could wish for.

I would strongly recommend the home to anyone.

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Review from R L (Daughter of Resident) published on 22 March 2019 Submitted via Postal Card
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Mum has been very well cared for.
However, I have had cause to wonder if 1 extra staff member during the night would be appropriate. 2 members of staff on the night shift is fine until a resident falls and an ambulance is required.
The quality of bedding and the bedroom furniture needs updating.

The menu needs looking at and reviewing with better quality food and more interesting meals. Some residents clearly struggle with cutlery.

Reply from Clare Sheehan, Careline Advisor at Godden Lodge Care Home

Thank you for your kind words and identifying some areas of improvement for consideration, we value your input and comments. We are constantly reviewing and planning to ensure we are providing a quality service and kind care to our residents at Godden Lodge, we will use your words constructively to...  

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Review from Adam W (Son of Resident) published on 8 March 2019 Submitted via Postal Card
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I have found my father's care to be satisfactory. There have been a few occasions where I feel they could be better staffed (more carers) however, they do their best.

Reply from Clare Sheehan, Careline Advisor at Godden Lodge Care Home

Thank you for taking the time to provide feedback regarding your fathers care delivery at Godden Lodge. We constantly review our staffing levels to ensure that we can consistently meet the needs of all our residents. We welcome all feedback and use such feedback to continuously improve our services.

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Review from B B (Resident / Service User) published on 8 March 2019 Submitted via Postal Card
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I have been looked after quite well and have been here 3 and a half years. Food could be better - tastier and is rather boring.

No real activities take place - but games are available if interested. Rooms are nice but could be slightly bigger. General care is reasonable, Doctors are on call if required. Carers are trained and on the whole, can be trusted to do their best to help you. Senior staff are helpful. I live a reasonably content life and am relaxed about my care.

Reply from Clare Sheehan, Careline Advisor at Godden Lodge Care Home

Thank you for taking the time to provide feedback on the care you are receiving at Godden lodge, we have taken your comments on board and will explore the menu choice and the activity timetable with our designated colleagues. We will ensure that staff receive your positive feedback with regards to...  

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Review from M R (Daughter of Resident) published on 1 March 2019 Submitted via Postal Card
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Satisfied with the care and help I've received since last year as I had a head injury from a fall. I came here straight from hospital. The staff were caring and are supporting me in my recovery.

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Review from Dan S (Grandson of Resident) published on 25 February 2019 Submitted via Postal Card
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Care staff are always attentive to nan's needs. The place is always clean and homely.

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Review from G P (Son of Resident) published on 15 February 2019 Submitted via Postal Card
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The care home seems very nice, my mum and dad both seem to have settled really well in a short space of time.

The staff are really nice, very friendly and very helpful to my mum and dad.

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Review from Wendy W (Daughter of Resident) published on 13 February 2019 Submitted via Postal Card
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The staff and management are excellent and the care provided is very good.
There is always a cheery atmosphere on the unit when dealing with residents and their relatives.

Staffing levels could be increased slightly though.

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Review from M H (Resident / Service User) published on 12 February 2019 Submitted via Postal Card
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I always get a nice service.

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Review from S B (Son-in-law of Resident) published on 11 February 2019 Submitted via Postal Card
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Our relatives arrived four days ago and they say the staff are lovely and they are enjoying the food. Although it is a big adjustment from their own home I believe every member of staff is doing their best to make them feel comfortable and welcome.

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Review from E G (Granddaughter of Resident) published on 11 February 2019 Submitted via Postal Card
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All carers are extremely friendly and kind at all times. Always make you feel welcome and always professional.

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Review from P W (Son of Resident) published on 11 February 2019 Submitted via Postal Card
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Well run and all areas kept clean and tidy. Staff happy to assist all of the residents.

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Review from L E (Resident / Service User) published on 13 December 2018 Submitted via Postal Card
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A lovely friendly care home. We are very pleased with Dad's care. He loves the food. An activities programme would be nice for the residents.

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Review from Carol B (Daughter-in-law of Resident) published on 4 September 2018 Submitted via Postal Card
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We are extremely happy with the home. Especially the care all the staff give to the residents.

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Review from Jan W (Wife of Resident) published on 4 September 2018 Submitted via Postal Card
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My husband has been here for 3 months and I can say he has been looked after extremely well, the staff are hard working and very friendly and compassionate, he is very settled and happy here well done all the staff.

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Review from Ian B (Son of Resident) published on 4 September 2018 Submitted via Postal Card
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Very pleased with how my Mum has improved since coming to the home.

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Review from Eileen T (Daughter of Resident) published on 24 July 2018 Submitted via Postal Card
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Sadly our activities lady left and at the moment it's more difficult for activities or entertainment for the people.

Also another idea, perhaps a laundry basket for unwashed clothes.

Reply from Clare Sheehan, Careline Advisor at Godden Lodge Care Home

Thank you so much for sharing your kind comments of your experience of Godden Lodge. I would like to assure you that whilst we are currently recruiting for a wellbeing co-coordinator we have already appointed an acting wellbeing co-ordinator who has commenced in post. We do have laundry collected...  

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News (37) & Events (0)

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  • 01 Apr 2026

    Residents at Godden Lodge Care Home in Benfleet, Essex, are enjoying a little extra relaxation and self-care thanks to the home’s popular monthly Pamper Afternoon, designed to boost wellbeing and...

  • 23 Mar 2026

    Residents at Godden Lodge Care Home in Benfleet, Essex, are enjoying a new sensory-rich activity that combines creativity, purpose, and a connection to the natural world: making bird feeders. As...

  • 19 Mar 2026

    Residents at Godden Lodge in Benfleet were delighted to welcome back Together in Musical Expression (T.I.M.E), an Essex-based charity dedicated to making music accessible to everyone. This was the charity’s...

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  • 30 Jan 2026Recipient: HC-One
  • 28 Feb 2023Recipient: HC-One
  • 28 Feb 2020Recipient: HC-One

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