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Autumn Lodge Dementia Care Home in Hove
Autumn Lodge is a family-run dementia care home established over 30 years ago by Sheila Bravery and continued by her son Christian. Our approach combines Edwardian charm with modern care, offering long-term, respite, and day-care services tailored to individual needs. With a dedicated team boasting decades of combined experience, we prioritise holistic wellbeing through personalised care plans, regular GP reviews, and innovative dementia-specific practices. Our homely environment features secure gardens, themed events, and a five-star-rated catering service that caters to dietary requirements.Accredited by the Care Quality Commission (CQC) with 'Good' ratings across all domains, we maintain a nurturing community where residents enjoy cultural activities, animal therapy, and local excursions. Christian Bravery's lifelong care sector expertise ensures continuous improvement in our services, while our staff's commitment to professional development guarantees high standards of care. Residents benefit from 24/7 support, emergency call systems, and a vibrant social calendar designed to stimulate mind and spirit.
Services
Long-term care
Respite stays
Day care services
Personalised dementia care
Holistic wellbeing approach
Highlights and features
- Family-run care home with 30+ years of dementia care expertise
- CQC-rated 'Good' for safety, effectiveness, and leadership
- Personalised care plans minimising medication reliance
- Five-star-rated catering service with local ingredient sourcing
- Diverse daily activities including animal therapy and cultural outings
Associations and certifications
- Care Quality Commission (CQC)
What people say
Exceptional care
Safe loving environment
Delicious food
Spotless facilities
Approachable management
Services
Long-term care
Our long-term care provides nurturing residential support for individuals requiring ongoing dementia assistance. With 24/7 professional staff, we offer personal care, medication management, and tailored activities in homely en-suite rooms. Residents benefit from secure garden access, regular GP consultations, and a person-centred approach that prioritises individual preferences and life history to maintain dignity and independence.
Respite stays
Holiday respite services offer flexible temporary care solutions for families seeking caregiver relief or transition support. Our adaptable stays include full board accommodation, professional dementia care, and participation in daily activities. This service helps families assess long-term suitability while providing residents with social engagement opportunities and our team's specialist expertise in a supportive environment.
Day care services
Our day care provision delivers structured daytime support for individuals maintaining home residency. The service includes meals, social activities, and professional dementia care between 9am-5pm. Participants access our full facilities including gardens, entertainment programmes, and therapeutic sessions while receiving individualised attention from experienced care assistants in a stimulating group environment.
Personalised dementia care
Specialist dementia care plans address biological, psychological, and social needs through multidisciplinary collaboration. Our approach combines regular GP reviews, medication optimisation, and activity therapy with NAPA-endorsed practices. Care deputies with 50+ combined years' experience implement individualised strategies that respect personal history while promoting cognitive engagement through music, reminiscence, and sensory stimulation.
Holistic wellbeing approach
Our holistic model integrates physical health, emotional wellbeing, and social engagement through coordinated services. This includes dietary management by five-star-rated chefs, physical therapy sessions, and diverse recreational activities. We combine medical care with emotional support through animal therapy, creative arts, and community outings to create a balanced lifestyle that addresses all aspects of residents' health and happiness.
People
Christian Bravery
Director
Director with lifelong care sector experience since age five, overseeing operations across all departments. Combines generational knowledge with innovative practices to maintain high care standards.
Shangri-La Velasco
Assistant Manager
Registered Nurse with 12 years' experience progressing from care assistant to management. Provides clinical expertise while maintaining hands-on involvement in resident care delivery.
Questions
What dementia care specialisms do you offer?
We implement personalised care plans with regular GP reviews, NAPA-endorsed practices, and sensory stimulation activities specifically designed for dementia residents.
Are short-term respite stays available?
Yes, we offer flexible respite care with full access to our facilities and services, helping families assess long-term suitability while providing professional dementia support.
How do you ensure residents' wellbeing?
Through holistic care combining medical support, nutritional meals, physical therapy, and diverse daily activities including animal therapy and cultural outings.
What are visiting hours?
Our care home is open 24/7 for visits, with office hours 9am-5pm Monday-Friday for administrative matters and care plan discussions.
How is mealtime managed for dietary needs?
Our five-star-rated chefs cater to all dietary requirements using fresh local ingredients, offering menu choices and special dietary adaptations with GP consultation.
What activities are available?
Residents enjoy weekly rickshaw rides, cinema trips, live entertainment, gardening, cooking classes, and animal visits tailored to individual interests and abilities.
Reviews (6)
Jess Holloway Dyker
Apr 25, 2021
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I would not recommend this care home if you have a relative with Alzheimer's who has complex needs. They claimed they could look after my step-dad, but couldn't cope with him as it was an unsuitable environment for him which they would have known if they had read his files properly (we found this out afterwards as these were not sent to us by the social worker). It wasdisappointing as the staff are caring, but there were a number of incidents which meant it was not a safe environment for him or other residents. I feel they were motivated by money in accepting him rather than ability to care for
Eve Henderson
Jan 31, 2021
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As a healthcare professional I have had the opportunity to visit many care homes. I am very impressed at the level of care and professionalism at this home. There is a homely atmosphere and caring staff and there is a real sense that the staff really understand the needs of each individual. Well done
Alberto Rivas Fresneda
Dec 20, 2018
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Outstanding care home. I am physiotherapist and I have just done an internship here thanks to an Erasmus grant in a Master of Health Management. I am very proud to have worked and learnt so many things from the phenomenal and effective staff. This is a magnificent luxury care home where carers, deputies, maintenance and cleaners care exceptionally for residents to be in a safe and enjoyable place. All of it astonishingly well-led by the manager Jackie Wenham supported by the excellent Shangri-la Velasco and Gemma Mawbey. I do highly recommend the care home.
Janine Crisp
Sep 06, 2018
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My late uncle lived at Autumn Lodge for four and a half years. The care he received from the Manager and care staff was exceptional. My uncle had complex physical and mental health needs and he was treated with respect and dignity at all times. Whenever I visited Autumn Lodge and spoke to the staff I felt they really understood my uncle and his complex needs. My uncle formed strong bonds and relationships with the staff during his time at Autumn Lodge and this was evident whenever we visited. The activities the home organised were varied and a lot of thought went into the activities planned for
Shangri-La Hobden
Jan 05, 2018
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Amazing parties for residents and families all year through. Care is person-centred. Good working atmosphere and the home feels like home. The home is clean.
Zoe Sutherland
Nov 30, 2017
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Amazing staff. Run very well would highly recommend. Brilliant dementia knowledge and person centred care
