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It is a 78 bedded residential and nursing home in Nailsea near Bristol.
They care for people living with dementia with either residential or nursing needs from the onset of dementia to end of life. They also care for elderly persons with general nursing needs on the 18-bed nursing floor.
Care Provided by Sycamore Lodge
Primary Care Categories
- Older Person Care
- Dementia
Length of Stay
- Permanent Care
- Respite Care
Care Types Provided
- Nursing Care
- Dementia Residential Care
- Dementia Nursing Care
- For a maximum of 78 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
- Palliative / End of Life Care
- Acquired Brain Injury (ABI)
Facilities
- Own Furniture if required
- Pet Friendly (or by arrangement)
- Smoking not permitted
- Close to Local shops
- Near Public Transport
- Lift
- Stairlift
- Wheelchair Access
- Gardens
- Bar/Café
- Residents Kitchenette
- Phone Point in own room
- Television point in own room
- Residents Internet Access
Funding & Fees
Weekly Charges per Person
The price(s) shown are provided by the care home. Contact Sycamore Lodge for full pricing details and T&Cs.
Contact Sycamore Lodge 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
- Shaw Healthcare
- Private Owned
Person in charge
- Barry O'Driscoll (Service Manager)
Local Authority / Social Services
Admission Information
- Ages 65+
Care Home Design/Build
- Purpose Built: Yes
- Year Purpose Built: 2008
Room Information
- Single Rooms (78)
- Single Rooms with ensuite Wet Room (78)
Sycamore Lodge Reviews (63)
Sycamore Lodge has a Review Score of 9.3 (9.259) out of 10, based on 13 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Sycamore Lodge has 63 reviews.
My Mum has been in Sycamore Lodge since July, she has settled in very well and says that she is happy. The staff make time for Mum, and she joins in with the activities. There are no problems with calling to find out how Mum is and talking to Mum on the phone. During these difficult times with covid 19, we were able to have visits and kept within the 2-meter distance. I am very happy to know that Mum is being well looked after and is being kept safe.
COVID has been horrid for us all, but more so for the wonderful staff of Sycamore House, who at these difficult times have still managed to keep us in touch by video call every week without fail. Thank you all so much.
An extremely enjoyable Valentine's celebration meal. Relatives could take down their partner to participate in an evening meal. The room was delightfully decorated and the atmosphere joyful. An excellent 3-course meal provided by the chef and good support form the carers. A real highlight of the year.
My husband who suffers with dementia is very well cared for in a loving and professional nursing home. Good care in constant provided by staff who listen to both residents and family needs.
Management and activities staff put a lot of effort into making a special evening event for couples on Valentines Day. Dining room decorated with balloons and roses, candles and chocolates. The chef excelled with a delicious three-course meal and only for a cost of £5. It gave me an opportunity to share a special time with my husband.
My father was receiving end of life care at Sycamore Lodge due to being diagnosed with terminal cancer. He spent nearly 2 weeks at Sycamore Lodge. We as a family couldn't ask for anything more. Staff were kind, caring and professional and met my dad's needs when asked by himself and us as a family. We sat with him from 8 am-11 pm every day and even saw the New Year in with him. Staff were more than happy with this even allowing dogs to visit.
My Dad has recently moved to residential dementia from the ground floor. We were pleased with the transition, particularly in how the staff have related to my Dad and his needs. He has settled really well and appreciates the staff for the care and attention they have given my Dad.
All of the staff that I have met have been friendly, chatty and always have time for the residents.
The home is warm, clean, there is plenty of light and has a lot of activities for the residents to keep their minds occupied.
I really haven't got a bad word to say about Sycamore Lodge, and I strongly recommend the home as a great place for those who need it.
The staff go out of their way to make my husband happy. He has a really good relationship with the carers but three in particular. I'm so grateful for everything they do. The care home is always clean and tidy. Lots of activities to do for residents.
The only problem I have is keeping track of my wife's personal needs (clothing - bathroom requirements).
I see my husband almost every day so I see the day to day running of Sycamore Lodge. In my view, it runs very well. The activities are very good and fun for the residents. The residents are well looked after and the carers are always on hand for their needs. I see the management staff always interacting with residents also I must mention the food is excellent.
Bye and large I am happy where my wife is. As I have not met any of the night staff I cannot comment on nights. 95% of the day staff I feel do their hardest in a demanding job. As they are moved around different areas, sometimes daily, it might account for days that my wife seems more stressed than others.
My father was recently diagnosed with Dementia. After a refusal with another home, Sycamore Lodge agreed to support the transfer of Dad from hospital to them.
I can only speak very well of the care that my Dad has received. Dad was quite aggressive when he arrived but they made sure that the relevant support was in place in helping him settle with lots of patience and kindness. I called every day and liaised with Sycamore Lodge as to when would be best to visit and for an update on him and I have never felt that my phone call is inconvenient or a nuisance.
In this world of Dementia there are something no rules to behaviour and whilst sometimes this is out of character for people who have this, I have never been made to feel embarrassed for this.
Most importantly for me, the home is always providing stimulation and company for my Dad. He does have his moments but he is still my Dad and I feel safe in the knowledge that he is being well looked after. Thank you
Excellent home with very caring staff.
My Dad who has suffered with Fronto Temporal Dementia for several years began coming to Sycamore Lodge for periods of respite care. In January 2018, due to the decline in his condition, he became a permanent resident.
It is a very tough period when trying to get used to a relative going into permanent care, and I can only praise the support that they and the team have given my Mum and myself during this time, and the continued excellent care they provide for my Dad. 95% of the time we visit unannounced and he is virtually always, dressed, having been shaved and showered. He seems happy, content and relaxed, having not shown any major decline further since January 2018. It must be one of the most challenging roles in the world, but I have only witnessed all the staff displaying compassion, care, warmth and patience.
I can only praise Sycamore Lodge and especially the kind care and attention they showed him today on his 83rd Birthday..
Well done to everyone and thank you....
My husband came to The Granary in August 2017 due to his Dementia that had become very difficult to cope with. The care and support that he and l have received is second to none. The staff are so caring and nothing is too much trouble. They always keep me informed of any problems that might arise and l can always contact them knowing l will always get any support and help. All the staff show great kindness and patience towards everyone. I visit the home at different times and have never found any problems regarding any care issues.
I would recommend this care home to anyone who finds themselves in this difficult situation of having to put a loved one into care.
The overall standard of the home is good. Very friendly atmosphere, good standard of nursing care with a professional approach. Care support is also good. Recruitment of support staff and maintenance of continuity is a bit of a problem (but universal). Good efforts made by the activities team.
We can not fault the care and compassion shown to mum during her six months at The Granary. It is not easy to make the decision that full-time residential care is needed for your mum, but The Granary helped mum settle. The staff are outstanding, spending time to get to know mum, her likes, dislikes and how to settle her if agitated. What stands out is their care for Mum especially at the end of her life, ensuring she was comfortable. Mum needed soft food and meals to suit her need were always provided. A sincere thank you to all staff for all your tender loving care and support.
I have been visiting the resident for 4 months. In that time all the staff have been friendly, helpful and pleasant.
The staff at the Granary have helped in every way they can to make the difficult process of settling Dad in possible (I won't say easy).
I like the fact that the staff turnover is low. I regularly see the same staff which means they get to know Dad. I also like the layout of the rooms and multiple lounges etc ie it's not just a corridor with one big common room.
Regulatory Rating
Care Quality Commission (CQC) Rating
Date: 30 January 2026Good
- 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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Awards / Recognitions (1)
- 14 May 2012Recipient: Sycamore Lodge
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Meet the Team (3)

Barry qualified as a Mental Health Nurse in 2005. Prior to qualifying, from 2010, Barry worked across Acute and PICU settings as a staff nurse and manager and moved to the independent sector in 2008 working in a variety of quality and managerial roles. Throughout this time Barry had responsibility for a variety of setting including personality disorder, PICU, forensic pathways as well as social care environments including learning disability and nursing homes.
Barry joined Shaw healthcare in Oct 2021 taking up the role of Registered Manager at Sycamore Lodge. Barry is passionate about excellent service delivery and enhancing the care experience for our residents and families. Barry is also focused on staff engagement and experience believing that good care is only possible with a consistent and engaged staff team.
Barry is passionate about patient-centred care and multidisciplinary work to achieve the best outcomes for patients in our care.

Experienced manager, Commenced nurse training in 201 and post qualifying has worked in a variety of settings within the care home sector. Joined the team in March 2022 and has responsibility for managing our Nursing Dementia and Pathway 3 beds within the home. Lauren is passionate about clinical standards within nursing homes and palliative care.

Norica joined the team in November 2021 and has responsibility for managing the residential service, Norica provides a lot of mentorship and supervision to our new starters and is currently working towards qualifications within the leadership and managerial field.
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