Alma Lodge Care Home

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Here at Alma Lodge, we are a residential care home situated in Eastbourne, East Sussex, and we care for older people who need support with day to day living. Whether someone is joining us for a longer term placement or coming to us for a short respite stay, we aim to make sure they feel genuinely at home with us.

We specialise in older person care, residential care and respite care, and we take the time to get to know each person as an individual. What matters to the people we support matters to us, and we work to make sure that routines, preferences and personal histories are at the heart of how we provide care rather than an afterthought.

We are honest about where we are as a service. Our most recent CQC inspection resulted in a rating of requires improvement, and we are not shying away from that. We have taken the findings seriously and are actively working through the areas identified, making real changes to the way we operate. We believe the people who live with us and their families deserve that transparency, and we are committed to demonstrating through our actions that things are moving in the right direction.

Eastbourne is a lovely part of the country, and being based here means we are well placed for families visiting from across East Sussex and beyond. We know that choosing a care home for yourself or for someone you love is not a decision taken lightly, and we welcome anyone who would like to come and look around, ask questions and get a genuine feel for who we are.

If you would like to find out more about life at Alma Lodge or speak to someone about whether we might be the right fit, please do get in touch. We are always happy to have that conversation.

Common questions about Alma Lodge Care Home

Where is Alma Lodge Care Home located?

Alma Lodge Care Home is a residential care home in Eastbourne, East Sussex, BN20 7LH. You can view its exact location and get directions from the map on this page.

What type of care does Alma Lodge Care Home provide?

Alma Lodge Care Home is registered to provide residential personal care, with support that includes Older person care, Respite care. The full list of services is shown on this page.

What is Alma Lodge Care Home's CQC rating?

Alma Lodge Care Home is registered with and inspected by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). Its most recent overall rating is Requires Improvement following its last inspection on 9 March 2026. You can read the full CQC report from the link on this page.

Does Alma Lodge Care Home offer respite or short-term care?

Yes. Alma Lodge Care Home offers respite and short-term care. Availability changes regularly, so it is best to enquire directly.

Contact Alma Lodge Care Home

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Care We Offer

  • Older Person Care: Support with daily living for older people, from companionship to help with washing, dressing and medication.
  • Respite Care: Short stays that give family carers a break, or help someone recover after illness or a hospital stay.
  • Residential Care: Help with everyday living, meals and personal care in a supportive home setting.

Questions families ask about Alma Lodge Care Home

Answered from the CQC register where we can. 5 of these the home has not told us yet, so ask when you call.

Can Mum or Dad stay here if their dementia gets worse?

No. Alma Lodge Care Home is not listed for dementia care on the CQC register. If dementia is likely, choose a home that is, so a second move is not needed later. Source: CQC register

Is there a nurse on site if health needs change?

No. Alma Lodge Care Home is a residential care home without on-site nursing. District nurses and GPs visit, but someone who needs daily nursing may have to move to a nursing home. Source: CQC register

Can they try a short stay before deciding?

Yes. Alma Lodge Care Home offers respite and short stays, which is a good way to see whether the home is the right fit. Source: CQC register

Will they support end of life care, so there is no move at the hardest time?

Ask the home. End of life care is not listed on the register. Ask the manager whether residents can remain in the home with hospice or district nurse support.

Can she bring her cat or dog?

Ask the home. The home has not told us its pet policy yet. Ask directly; some homes allow small pets in residents' rooms or welcome visiting dogs.

Can a couple stay together?

Ask the home. We do not know whether the home has rooms for couples. Ask about shared or adjoining rooms if this matters.

Will the council help pay, or is it self funded only?

Ask the home. The home has not told us which funding it accepts. Most homes take both council funded and self funded residents; ask about council rates and any top up. Use our funding calculator to check what you might pay.

Do they take younger adults as well as older people?

No. Alma Lodge Care Home is registered for older people. Younger adults are not listed. Source: CQC register

Can I visit before deciding, and are there visiting hours?

Ask the home. Every home should welcome a visit. Call to arrange one, ideally at a mealtime or during an activity, and ask about visiting hours for family.

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Regulatory Rating

Care Quality Commission (CQC) Rating

  • Latest inspection: 9 March 2026
  • Report published: 9 March 2026

Overall: Requires Improvement

  • Safe: Requires Improvement
  • Effective: Requires Improvement
  • Caring: Good
  • Responsive: Good
  • Well-led: Requires Improvement

Care Quality Commission is responsible for the registration and inspection of social care services in England.

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Ratings are as published by the CQC and may not reflect the current position of the service.

Typical weekly fees in the South East

Alma Lodge Care Home has not published its fees yet. These are typical weekly fees for the South East, so you know roughly what to expect before you call.

Indicative figures for the South East, not a quote from Alma Lodge Care Home. Actual fees depend on the room, the level of care and how it is funded.

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