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Wonderful place. I couldn't wish for my Mom to be in a nicer home.J S(Daughter of Resident/Service User)

Words can’t describe how amazing Ash Lodge have beenDerek T(Husband of Resident/Service User)

The level of care is very high, and I enjoy visiting the home.Ruth B(Daughter of Resident/Service User)

Wonderful place. I couldn't wish for my Mom to be in a nicer home.J S(Daughter of Resident/Service User)

Words can’t describe how amazing Ash Lodge have beenDerek T(Husband of Resident/Service User)

The level of care is very high, and I enjoy visiting the home.Ruth B(Daughter of Resident/Service User)

Ash Lodge Care Home is a 70-bed facility offering a range of care options, including Nursing, General Nursing and Respite Care.
A dedicated team, including Palliative Care Specialists, ensures compassionate support for residents with complex needs.
Comfort and Convenience:
Residents at Ash Lodge enjoy contemporary, well-presented rooms designed for comfort and homeliness.
Each room is equipped with USB ports and Wi-Fi, and many ensuites feature private showers.
Comprehensive Care Services:
The home caters to...
Care Provided by Ash Lodge Care Home with Nursing
Primary Care Categories
- Older Person Care
- Dementia
- Mental Health Condition
- Physical Disability
- Visual / Hearing Impairment
- Younger Adults
Length of Stay
- Permanent Care
- Respite Care
Care Types Provided
- Residential Care
- Nursing Care
- Dementia Nursing Care
- For a maximum of 70 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
- Acquired Brain Injury (ABI)
- Day Care
Facilities
- Own Furniture if required
- Pet Friendly (or by arrangement)
- Close to Local shops
- Near Public Transport
- Lift
- Wheelchair Access
- Gardens
- Residents Kitchenette
- 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 Ash Lodge Care Home with Nursing for full pricing details and T&Cs.
Contact Ash Lodge Care Home with Nursing 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
Owner
- Care First (Smethwick) Ltd
- Private Owned
Person in charge
- Helen Wilcox(Manager)
Local Authority / Social Services
Admission Information
- Ages 18+
Care Home Design/Build
- Purpose Built: Yes
- Year Purpose Built: 1997
- Last Refurbishment: 2024
- Number of floors: 2
Room Information
- Single Rooms (70)
- Single Rooms with ensuite Wet Room (62)
Parking
- On site and road parking
Ash Lodge Care Home with Nursing Reviews (66)
Ash Lodge Care Home with Nursing has a Review Score of 9.8 (9.825) out of 10, based on 25 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Ash Lodge Care Home with Nursing has 66 reviews.
My husband has been very lovingly cared for by the kindest team of carers and nurses. Nothing was ever too much trouble even when his dementia behaviour was challenging. Dignity and care and the greatest kindness always. Thank you from the bottom of my heart. All of you will be remembered with love.
Thank you, Renee, for your very kind words and for taking the time to write a review, you are both very much missed, we even miss your cushion being at the bottom of the bed keeping an eye on everyone, and giving comfort to your dear husband. I will pass on your kind words to the team at Ash Lodge. Take care.
Mom was only at Ash Lodge a short time before sadly passing away, but in that time she was really well looked after. She seemed happy and was very comfortable. The staff were so caring and kind, nothing seemed too much trouble for them. I just wished we had gotten mom into here much sooner. If you are looking for a good home then I would really recommend this one.
Thank you so much for taking the time to write a review. Your Mom was a pleasure to love and care for not only by the staff but by her loving family who fully supported the team at Ash Lodge to ensure the best care could be given.
Our friend is a resident at Ash Lodge and has been there for several months. She is very happy there and speaks highly of the staff and the care they provide. We last visited in July and can see a real improvement in her mobility and general demeanour since that time. We look forward to visiting again in the near future.
Thank you for taking the time to write a review, I will pass on your kind words to the team at Ash Lodge.
I visit my sister-in-law on a regular basis (usually once every week). As a result of this, many of the staff know me and greet me by name. I have found the staff without exception to be pleasant, helpful, and patient, also very professional.
Thank you for taking the time to leave a review; I will pass your kind words on to the team.
Kindest Regards.
Most staff are very friendly and caring. My friend receives good care and is happy. She has been in a few homes and thinks this is the best. The staff regularly check in with her to check she is ok. There are lots of activities for the residents. The home has worked well to keep the residents safe during the pandemic.
During covid, it was an extremely difficult time for all. My mum settled in well, we were kept up to date with all the regulations. Staff set up an ipad on which we could see and talk to mum. The Nursing home is very friendly and helpful. We as a family would recommend this care provider to friends and family as they are very aware of every resident's circumstances.
The team at Ash Lodge would like to thank you for the opportunity to care for your Mum, she is a pleasure to love and look after. Thank you for taking the time to leave a review. Take care. Kindest regards, Ash Lodge.
My wife didn't know what to expect on being admitted to Ash Lodge. She cannot find words to say her thanks. Everything that was done for my wife was totally amazing in every way. The treatment she received medically to the treatment she received from each and every member of staff, has been exceptionally good. Something we will never forget. Thank you to each and every person.
Thank you so much for your kind words, your wife was an inspiration to us all, it was really an achievement by her, her amazing family support and from the team at Ash Lodge to see the end result in reaching her goal and returning home. Miss you all so much, take care. All at Ash Lodge.
In my experience, the care, love, and treatment with dignity that my mom has received during her stay has been outstanding. The support given to both myself and mom has been wonderful, especially during the more trying of times. It’s very much appreciated. The staff and management are all so lovely and an extension of our family. Mom has blossomed during being there and all of her needs are met. She is the very best she can be now. As a daughter, I can feel sure that mom is in the best place for all of her needs and it gives me the peace of mind and reassurance that she is in the safest of hands. On behalf of mom, myself, and the family, I send all of our heartfelt thanks and appreciation to those at Ash Lodge.
Thank you for your kind words, Mom is very much loved and cared for by all the team at Ash Lodge, she is a pleasure to look after.
My mam was admitted in September 2020 following a stroke I have nothing but praise for the staff. Especially the way they have cared for patients throughout this pandemic. I have found them to be kind, caring and considerate in the way they take care of my mam. They are very friendly and always have a smile and kind word and reassurance for me, I'm kept up to date with everything including my mam and her care. She seems happy and well settled and that makes me feel better and reassured too. This home was recommended to me and I'm glad I chose this for my mam.
Good Morning, what a beautiful way to start our working day, to receive these kind words means the world to the team at Ash Lodge. Yes, it has been a very difficult time but every room you enter and receive that smile from a resident is very much worth it. Thank you again, Helen Wilcox, Manager.
My mom is taken care of very well. The staff are friendly and caring. I know mom can be difficult at times, but she receives the same high standard of care at all times and I can feel that she is safe. Although it has been hard for me to choose to put Mom into care, and the isolation from Mom during the pandemic, staff have always contacted me with any health issues. I recommend this care home.
Thank you for your kind words. We (Team of Ash Lodge) enjoy every minute of our working day, being given the opportunity to love and look after someone's family member is very precious. All at Ash Lodge.
Everyone I have spoken to are always pleasant and always respectful to Dad.
My wife went into Ash Lodge due to me not being able to look after her as I needed respite. The staff were great and looked after her so well that she no longer needed enemas daily. Her cognition was dramatically increased and so did her reading and writing. Although she did not have any dementia or other type of illness she had suffered from a bad hip replacement and a liver problem of which the staff were aware of. The only thing she and I noticed was that some of the other residents were extremely noisy due to Dementia and she did complain of lack of sleep.
Very professional and caring care of my mother. Her last two years were, I’m sure, content for her. I had the utmost confidence that she was well looked after. Thank you. Every confidence in recommending.
I'm generally very satisfied. I've had some problems with the TV/radio set (resolved now). I enjoy a particularly good relationship with one carer (though it may be one-way, as I can be very annoying). The food could be better, at least for my tastes. It's a pity the carers seem almost always to be under pressure - though that's not their fault.
Dad was cared for in Ash Lodge for a few weeks before he passed away. Because of the COVID restrictions I was only able to visit him once but was impressed with the care given to dad and the measures taken to keep the residents safe. He seemed very happy and contented. The staff were very friendly and kept us informed of any issues relating to his care. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend the home to others.
Wonderful place. I couldn't wish for my Mom to be in a nicer home. Nothing is too much trouble for the excellent staff. The room is excellent and clean. The whole care home is clean and smells of disinfectant. I would recommend it to anybody. It's a place I would go into myself. The staff are all very friendly. This is how a nursing home should be run. Well done everybody at Ash Lodge Nursing Home.
I would not hesitate to recommend this care home. My mom was end of life and was only in the home for two weeks, but we were made so welcome and looked after. The home is spotlessly clean and nothing is too much trouble. If you are looking for a nursing home for a loved one, please go and visit Ash Lodge you will not be disappointed and I can assure you will be given a warm welcome and your loved one will be well looked after.
My Mom has been in Ash Lodge Nursing Home since November 2019. Had a look round Ash Lodge and we knew that Mom would be looked after 100%. The staff are all so friendly and always keep me updated with Mom's condition. Everywhere is spotless I know we have chosen the very best care home/nursing home for our Mom.
I cannot put into words how grateful we all are to Ash Lodge. The care, attention and, above all else, the love that was shown to my aunt anyone would find nigh on impossible to be better never mind equal. The sensitivity and dignity that all members of staff delivered to my aunt was superb. My aunt was given 4 weeks to live on her discharge from Hospital in July 2019. Due to the care she received she was able to live comfortably until the 3rd of Feb when she passed away painlessly. My aunt had no home to start her final journey from and we are so grateful that she can start that journey from Ash Lodge. Finally to you all a heartfelt thanks.
From the moment we walked into Ash Lodge we knew it was the provider we wanted to Mom. Staff were courteous, friendly and very professional. This wasn't an act for our initial visit, it continued for the time Mom spent in care. All I really wanted for Mom was care, dignity and some TLC. Mom received that and more. Ash Lodge staff had the knack of being part of the extended family but knew when to step back. We can't thank them enough for what they did for Mom in the last year of her life.
Regulatory Rating
Care Quality Commission (CQC) Rating
Date: 11 July 2023Requires improvement
- CaringGood
- EffectiveRequires improvement
- ResponsiveGood
- SafeGood
- 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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News (4) & Events (0)
- 08 Jan 2026
When it comes to supporting our residents' families and carers, we have a deep understanding of what they have gone through to arrive at the moment of needing help. Our...
- 27 Aug 2025
Ash Lodge Nursing Home was filled with smiles, giggles and plenty of cuddles as we hosted our Teddy Bear Picnic for the children. Pass the Parcel brought plenty of excitement,...
- 20 May 2025
We've marked VE Day today with a beautiful daytime celebration filled with music, memories, and plenty of smiles. Residents enjoyed a glass of wine while classic wartime songs played in...
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Awards / Recognitions (1)
- 01 Sep 2023Recipient: Ash Lodge Care Home with Nursing
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Meet the Team (9)

Helen started her career in care over 40 years ago when she joined her mom in delivering home help to the local community before moving on to caring for the elderly in residential care homes.
Helen worked night shifts for many years whilst raising her own family. During this time, Helen gained her qualifications, which enabled her to obtain a position of deputy Care manager. Helen always wanted to make a difference in care and remained determined to gain the qualification to become a care home manager. Helen has managed residential and nursing homes for the last 23 years. Helen has worked in care all of her working life and remains as passionate about care now as she was when she started her career.

David began his care journey in 2007, working as a care assistant in Solihull. Wanting to make more of a difference to his residents' lives, he blossomed into a senior care assistant and then went on to qualify as a registered nurse in 2014. Having a passion for palliative care, he then joined the Birmingham Hospice in Selly Oak. He achieved a Bachelor's degree in Adult Cancer Care, earning him the title of Palliative Nurse Specialist. Whilst he loved the hospice setting, he missed the homely ambience of a nursing home.
In August 2017, he joined Ash Lodge as palliative care lead; it was then that he was able to put his knowledge into practice. David is now Deputy nurse manager at Ash Lodge and enjoys the challenges and rewards that come with it.

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