
The carers, nursing staff, and management are unbelievable and truly go above and beyond,Teresa W(Daughter of Resident/Service User)



The carers, nursing staff, and management are unbelievable and truly go above and beyond,Teresa W(Daughter of Resident/Service User)



The team at Smyth Lodge in Sidcup delivers the best in residential, nursing and dementia care. All aspects of residents' care are fully personalised to their needs, preferences and wishes.
This purpose-built home offers a luxury lifestyle with the latest facilities, including a café, cinema room, and a hair and beauty salon. Each bedroom has en-suite facilities and is beautifully furnished with a nurse call system and TV.
Residents are supported to...
Care Provided by Smyth Lodge
Primary Care Categories
- Older Person Care
- Dementia
- Mental Health Condition
- Physical Disability
Length of Stay
- Permanent Care
- Respite Care
Care Types Provided
- Residential Care
- Nursing Care
- Dementia Residential Care
- Dementia Nursing Care
- For a maximum of 80 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
- Acquired Brain Injury (ABI)
Facilities
- Own Furniture if required
- Pet Friendly (or by arrangement)
- Close to Local shops
- Near Public Transport
- Minibus or other transport
- Lift
- Wheelchair Access
- Ground Floor Accommodation only
- Gardens
- Bar/Café
- Residents Kitchenette
- Phone Point in own room
- Television point in own room
- Residents Internet Access
Funding & Fees
Weekly Charges per Person
of care and support required by each individual. Premium rooms normally require an additional charge.
Nursing fees include the Funded Nursing Contribution (FNC) if you are eligible.
• All care and support including a monthly review of care plans
• All meals, snacks and drinks freshly prepared every day by our chef
• In-house café with homemade cakes, and a variety of speciality teas and coffees
• Use of in-house cinema
• Access to landscaped gardens
• Activities and lifestyle programme
• All utilities and other accommodation costs
• Housekeeping and laundry services
• WiFi internet access
appointments not covered by the NHS, toiletries, newspapers or magazines, any over the counter
medications that a GP wouldn’t normally prescribe such as paracetamol and indigestion relief, and any
other privately arranged healthcare. Should you require an escort to hospital appointments, we may apply
an agreed hourly charge for this service.
The price(s) shown are provided by the care home. Contact Smyth Lodge for full pricing details and T&Cs.
Contact Smyth 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
- Care UK
- Private Owned
Person in charge
- Tracey Cheeseman(Home Manager)
Local Authority / Social Services
Admission Information
- Ages 55+
Care Home Design/Build
- Purpose Built: Yes
- Number of floors: 1
Room Information
- Single Rooms (80)
- Single Rooms with ensuite Wet Room (80)
Smyth Lodge Reviews (93)
Smyth Lodge has a Review Score of 9.9 (9.883) out of 10, based on 28 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Smyth Lodge has 93 reviews.
On arriving at the care home you are greeted by a friendly face at the reception desk, the office staff are also available to help whenever required. For security all the internal and external doors require entry/exit codes. The café is also well stocked and open to all, offering items from the kitchen to give you an idea of what is on offer to the residents. On the residence floors the care staff are always friendly and available for any questions you may have. The home itself is well kept and clean throughout. A good variety of activities are on offer through the week and it's up to the resident whether to partake.
After being in hospital for so long, we were naturally anxious about the next step, but the staff made him feel welcome from the moment he arrived. They treated him with genuine kindness, patience and dignity, which made such a difference to both him and our family.
The communication with us was always reassuring, and it was clear that everyone genuinely cared about his wellbeing. He was encouraged to regain his confidence and independence while always receiving the support he needed. It was such a relief knowing he was in safe hands.
The home itself was always clean, comfortable and had a lovely atmosphere. Every member of staff we came across was friendly and approachable, and nothing ever seemed too much trouble.
My grandad returned home feeling much stronger and happier than when he first arrived, and we will
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As the next of kin and niece of a resident I have found that Smyth Lodge is exemplary in all aspects. It shines as the gold standard in residential care- from the moment we stepped inside we felt the outstanding warmth, care and professionalism of all the staff. They address me by my name and are kind and welcoming; they always appear bright and cheerful and act as if they love the job they do. Thank you. You are superb!
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Mum has been at Smyth Lodge since Nov 2025 and from day 1 or even before she started, I've been made to feel part of a very big friendly and well cared for family. My first encounter was with Rebecca who is exceptionally suited to her role and aswell as being super professional, she genuinely cares for all the residents and their relatives. Julie (dementia lead) met mum with Rebecca at home prior to starting and she asked all her questions in such a kind, caring and respectful manner - making mum the centre of her questions. That sums them up - the residents are at the center of the care provided, their needs are met & above & beyond too. The ethos is that if a resident is exhibiting a certain behaviour, then their current needs are not being met and they will endeavour to find out what they need. They hold many events which relatives can join with and today I attended a dementia information session which was really useful. It's nice to meet other carers and share experiences
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From the moment my Uncle was admitted into the care home he was treated wonderfully by every member of staff and told us he was being very well cared for. When we visited we were greeted warmly by all the staff and the home seemed a very caring and friendly environment. The service has been second to none and I couldn't recommend Smyth Lodge any higher. Thank you for treating him so well.
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Mum wasn't sure about moving into a care home, even though she needed 24/7 care. After just one week there, she said she wished she had agreed sooner.
Mum's one wish was simply to have a proper shower. At home, her house had slowly turned into a prison for her. When that wish finally came true, the smile on her face - you would have thought she'd won the lottery.
The care home feels like one big family, where everyone is welcome. The carers, nursing staff, and management are unbelievable and truly go above and beyond, not just for the residents but for their families too.
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At Smyth Lodge we set a high standard for ourselves, so we are very pleased to hear that your experience with us has been a positive one.
i wanted to spend the night with mum and spoke to Tracey and she was so accommodating and made it happen for me. as i used to stay with her regularly and i've really missed that part. when i arrived for my sleep over lol mum and i were presented with a pamper hamper loads of goodies face masks. nail varnish sweets drinks all sorts a girlie stuff you would want i was truly touched and so was mum. All the staffe need a big pat on the back for making my night special for me and my mum she loved waking up and seeing me on the zed bed we had a great time. the staff on duty couldn't of done and more for us. and the food was delicious. i have a french bull dog and he comes in every visit and is well known now in the home. he so friendly and i take him round to the residents to meet him they love him.
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Dad has been here since October and has settled well, any interaction we have with staff has been positve and are always pleasant and keep us up to date with any concerns.
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From my first visit to Smyth Lodge 2 1/2 years ago to the day my mum died it felt like a caring community. I always felt welcomed by all the staff and knew immediately that my mum would not only be cared for but loved. The staff go above & beyond to look after their residents. Her room was well furnished and kept clean & her laundry was always done regularly. The meals were well planned & the dining room was like a restaurant! The communal areas were sociable areas to enjoy & the garden was beautiful. The activities were well organised & there was something for everyone. As mum became more frail & needed more care the staff were patient & kind trying to make her last days as comfortable as possible. Words cannot describe how grateful I was to entrust my mum to this home & I will be forever grateful.
At Smyth Lodge we set a high standard for ourselves, so we are very pleased to hear that your experience with us has been a positive one.
Wonderful atmosphere over the xmas period. Every resident is made to feel special with a visit from Santa & a gift. Inclusive xmas day dinner. Plus the care doesn't stop. On numerous/daily occasions I see one to one time taken spent with residents helping them feel safe & heard not to mention the activities which are great.
At Smyth Lodge we set a high standard for ourselves, so we are very pleased to hear that your experience with us has been a positive one.
I have been here for 3 months. Not had any issues to date, find all staff pleasant & helpful.
At Smyth Lodge we set a high standard for ourselves, so we are very pleased to hear that your experience with us has been a positive one.
I was invited to a wreath making event, the staff were very engaging & made it fun. There was lots to do and everyone seemed to enjoy it as much as I did. I regularly go to events and have always enjoyed them. They do seem to put a lot of effort into keeping their residents occupied and happy.
Thank you for your review. It is great to hear that you enjoyed the wreath making event, we hope to see you again soon.
We are very pleased with the care that dad is getting. In a particular medical situation the staff were extremely attentive to his needs, which prevented the need to go to hospital, for which we are very grateful.
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My father was a resident at Smyth Lodge from September 2024 until his death, one week short of his 98th birthday, in August 2025. The facilities and standard of care at Smyth Lodge are excellent and my father enjoyed a greatly improved quality of life during his 11 months there. All the staff were so caring towards him and everyone I came into contact knew of his needs and wants. It really did feel that Smyth Lodge was his home and not just an institution in which he was a resident. Visiting him was a pleasure, from the always warm greetings from all the staff to having a morning chat with him over the excellent coffee and pastries in the coffee bar and a post-lunch glass of beer or wine in the bar or garden.
It is a special place staffed by a special team.
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At Smyth Lodge we set a high standard for ourselves, so we are very pleased to hear that your experience with us has been a positive one.
It's like living in a first-class hotel. The food is like being in a restaurant. The very first person who welcomed me was the team leader, she treated me like a family member. All the staff treat me very well. I am very happy here. It's like living with a big family.
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Our father had been a resident at Smyth Lodge for about 17 months before he sadly died in January this year and the care he received was outstanding to the extent that the carers didn't just care for him, they loved him. The staff were very kind and patient with him as he had dementia and they called him 'Mr Grateful' as he was exactly that, always thanking them for everything they did to make him as comfortable as possible. I would recommend Smyth Lodge to anyone looking for somewhere for a family member. I should also add the staff were always supportive to the family members and a number of them have said they would like to attend his funeral. He will make his final journey from the care home to the church for the funeral service - a testament to how much we have appreciated everything the staff did for him.
Your staff allowed my brother to die with dignity in his room where he was safe and very well looked after. Thank you to all the staff. My family are very thankful.
Thank you very much for taking the time to leave us feedback about your experience.At Smyth Lodge, we set a high standard for ourselves, so we are very pleased to hear that your experience with us has been a positive one. Thank you for your time.Many thanks the Care UK team.
My husband had 3 weeks of respite care and he enjoyed his stay. I could tell it was a very caring home, so I was pleased to leave him in their care. I will definitely recommend it to family and friends.
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Thank you to a particular member of staff for all her help in setting this up.
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The rooms are spacious, extremely well-appointed, and cleaned to a very high standard.
The dining room is warm and friendly and the food is excellent. There are activities for the residents every day
The care received is first class. The staff are wonderful, and very professional but also kind, caring, supportive, and helpful not only to the residents but the family members as well.
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Regulatory Rating
Care Quality Commission (CQC) Rating
Date: 25 November 2022Good
- 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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News (43) & Events (0)
- 29 May 2026
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Meet the Team (1)

I’m a qualified general nurse and I’ve worked in nursing since the 1980s. I worked in emergency nursing for 20 years before moving into social care, first managing a small home and then managing larger homes. Before joining the Smyth Lodge team I was managing a 120-bed home.
I feel strongly that I and my team are here to help residents to live their best life. It’s important to see them as holistic people. They’re a husband or wife, brother or sister, a mum or dad or a best friend. There’s a lot we can learn from them.
I love hearing residents and colleagues laughing together. Humour is so important. I enjoy engaging with my team, with the people we care for and with their loved ones. I enjoy combining my nursing skills with being a leader. I believe that being a nurse – and a home manager – is an honour.
Frequently Asked Questions about Smyth Lodge
What types of Care is Smyth Lodge registered for?
Older Person Care, Dementia, Mental Health Condition, Physical Disability are the registered (by the Care Quality Commission) categories of Care.
How many Rooms does Smyth Lodge have?
There are 80 Single Rooms.
What are the Facilities & Services at Smyth Lodge?
Own Furniture if required, Pet Friendly (or by arrangement), Close to Local shops, Near Public Transport, Minibus or other transport, Lift, Wheelchair Access, Ground Floor Accommodation only, Gardens, Bar/Café, Residents Kitchenette, Phone Point in own room, Television point in own room, Residents Internet Access are some of the Facilities & Services.
How far is Smyth Lodge to the centre of Sidcup?
0.7 mile(s) as the crow flies, distance by road may be significantly further.
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