
The staff were friendly, kind and professional.Agnes C(Wife of Resident/Service User)

The staff are always cheerful, friendly, it is a very nice environment.John C(Son of Resident/Service User)

Very good and caring staff. Always cheerful. Nothing was too much trouble.Judy S(Wife of Resident/Service User)

The staff were friendly, kind and professional.Agnes C(Wife of Resident/Service User)

The staff are always cheerful, friendly, it is a very nice environment.John C(Son of Resident/Service User)

Very good and caring staff. Always cheerful. Nothing was too much trouble.Judy S(Wife of Resident/Service User)

Set in extensive grounds of 50 acres which include attractive gardens and mature woodland the building is an elegant Georgian House believed to be circa 1825.
Harbledown Lodge with a team of experienced Registered Nurses offering 24hr cover can deliver care to meet the needs of those service users diagnosed as requiring a Nursing or Dementia environment.
Care Provided by Harbledown Lodge Nursing Home
Primary Care Categories
- Older Person Care
- Dementia
- Mental Health Condition
- 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 56 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
- Day Care
Facilities
- Own Furniture if required
- 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 Harbledown Lodge Nursing Home for full pricing details and T&Cs.
Contact Harbledown Lodge Nursing 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
- Nicholas James Care Homes Ltd
- Private Owned
Person in charge
- Seerja Saimon (Manager)
Local Authority / Social Services
Admission Information
- Mixed (no single-gender units)
- Ages 65+
Care Home Design/Build
- Purpose Built: No
Room Information
- Single Rooms (44)
- Couples/Companion Rooms (6)
- Single Rooms with ensuite Wet Room (34)
Harbledown Lodge Nursing Home Reviews (96)
Harbledown Lodge Nursing Home has a Review Score of 9.6 (9.591) out of 10, based on 40 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Harbledown Lodge Nursing Home has 96 reviews.
I just wanted to say a huge thank you from my family and I for taking wonderful care of my grandad George until the very end. Even in his passing yesterday, you showed true care and compassion. You even looked after us as we stayed with him in his final days. Thank you from the bottom of our hearts Harbledown Lodge
I have always been happy here. The staff are always very professional, and they treat us with dignity and respect. I enjoy all of the activities, very happy.
My mum recently moved in with full time, because of the progression of Vascular/Alzheimers Dementia and also because of limited mobility to her hip via Osteoarthritis. She was previously extremely independent/sociable and her moving in with us had not been particularly straightforward. Been looking for some respite care over Christmas. I was really anxious/guilty about this, since it would be her first time away from our care. Delighted to say that it worked very smoothly and she had clearly enjoyed her stay. Very thorough registration/induction process, particularly in terms of her meds as well as asking her the activities and foods that she liked. All handled by Centre Manager. Care staff I met and observed were very attentive and caring. It's really lovely building with great views. One thing that I picked up on was that carers has taken time to apply cream for dry skin which they could have easily skipped on without anyone noticing. Hoping to come again.
The level of care, dignity and respect given to my mum and us as extended family was outstanding in her final weeks. Staff and those leading the home could not have provided anymore; they went above and beyond.
I always receive a warm welcome when I arrive to visit. The home is spotlessly clean. The staff are friendly and helpful, and nothing is too much trouble. The food looks amazing, and Mum has a varied diet.
During her two weeks at Harbledown Lodge, my mother was treated with kindness and respect, and her clear wishes were meticulously adhered to. She was comfortable and, as far as possible, pain-free during her last days. The staff were accessible and informative, and, above all, considerate.
The food is always very goo,d and my mum seems most of the time very happy. I would like to see my mum out of bed more and encouraged to do some activities when they are available, also, I know there are staffing issues. It would be nice as well if there was a tea room for visitors to use, as some people travel hours to get there, and this would save the nurses time.
I cannot emphasise enough how fantastic the care offered at Harbledown Lodge is. They go above and beyond the call of duty to ensure every resident is happy.
Room not seen, only lounge. Overall security good.
My best friend unfortunately now has to be cared for in a care home and I have now been visiting him every week for the past few months. It is so nice to see him being well cared for and on my visits I find the staff so caring having lots of time for the residents. The home is clean and the quality of the food looks very good with my friend saying how much he enjoys it. Whenever I visit I am welcomed warmly in a very friendly way and my friend seems to be so happy there and enjoys his interaction with the staff.
Mum was only at Harbledown Lodge for a few weeks but the nursing staff were so helpful & supportive during her brief time. Thank you all for looking after her and me when she passed away.
Mum spent four happy years at Harbledown Lodge. The care and support she received was from a loving, dedicated staff, and my family and I will be forever grateful for this, sadly, right up to the day she passed away.
During her final days of life, she was made comfortable and assured regularly. The family were supported and felt respected at all times. She always felt loved and safe. We are most grateful to everyone who was involved in her care.
Staff always helpful.
My wife has settled in very quickly and is happy at Harbledown Lodge.
Very happy with my dad's care. All of the staff and management are very kind and approchable. My dad seems so much happier since he has been here. Myself and my family want to say a big thank you for taking care of my dad.
I have been very impressed with the home, especially the staff and the facilities in the room. The staff have been very attentive & professional. Not only did they look after the people, but they also ensured visitors were looked after. Very happy with the home and its staff!
Highly recommend this member of staff and his team to care for your loved ones .
Thank you
Care home clean. Polite staff.
Since dads been in the Home his been always clean and tidy, dad is very happy on every visit and the staff are always very helpful and friendly. Would recommend this home to friends and family.
My dad has been very happy since coming to Harbledown Lodge Nursing Home. The staff are always friendly and look after dad very well. It is always very clean and tidy, and we are very happy that dad is there.
Regulatory Rating
Care Quality Commission (CQC) Rating
Date: 28 April 2023Requires improvement
- CaringGood
- EffectiveGood
- ResponsiveGood
- SafeRequires improvement
- Well-ledRequires improvement
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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Awards / Recognitions (7)
- 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 (3)

I am a registered nurse and manager, having joined this company in March 2008. My career started as a senior care assistant, and from there, I built up my career. I have completed my management course and also done the exams to achieve my NMC pin as a registered nurse in the UK. My personal experience in caring helped me to care for others, understand their needs and provide support, and make personal connections with families, which makes a positive impact to improve the care. My managerial experience helped me to take on challenges and get opportunities to learn and grow.

I qualified and enrolled as a registered nurse in 1991 in India. Later, on, I moved to the UK 2005 and started my career as a senior carer in a learning disability care home. Then, I moved to Harbledown Lodge as a senior carer. I enrolled as a registered nurse in the UK in 2011 and started as a deputy manager at Haydon Mayer care home. I was runner-up for the Kent Nurse Award in 2017, mainly for making a change in people's lives by enabling them to recover and regain their strength for those who were admitted to assessment beds. In between, I nurtured my clinical experience in stroke care and trained on critically ill patients while working at the stroke units at Kent and Canterbury hospitals.

I am qualified as Head Chef at the Harbledown Nursing Home, where I have proudly worked since 2018. This job marks the first in my experience in the care sector, where previously I worked at a hotel as a chef for 20 years. I take great pride in making nutritious meals tailored to each dietary needs of the elderly residents, ensuring that they all enjoy their food. My passion for cooking is matched by my commitment to delivering high standards of care through food.
Frequently Asked Questions about Harbledown Lodge Nursing Home
What types of Care is Harbledown Lodge Nursing Home registered for?
Older Person Care, Dementia, Mental Health Condition, Visual / Hearing Impairment are the registered (by the Care Quality Commission) categories of Care.
How many Rooms does Harbledown Lodge Nursing Home have?
There are 44 Single Rooms and 6 Couples/Companion Rooms.
What are the Facilities & Services at Harbledown Lodge Nursing Home?
Own Furniture if required, Close to Local shops, Near Public Transport, Lift, 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 Harbledown Lodge Nursing Home to the centre of Canterbury?
2.2 mile(s) as the crow flies, distance by road may be significantly further.
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