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We are SummerLodge, a residential care home in Westcliff on Sea. We support older people and younger adults, including adults with learning disabilities, autistic adults, people living with a mental health condition, people with a physical disability and people with a visual or hearing impairment, and we offer respite stays.

With that mix of ages and needs in one home, support has to be planned person by person rather than run to a single routine. We spend real time at the start learning how somebody communicates, what they manage on their own, where they want help and what they would rather nobody did for them, and we revisit it as things change.

Communication is where a lot of the work sits. We find out how a person makes themselves understood, use that method consistently, and check we have actually been understood rather than assuming it. Predictability does much of the rest, along with familiar staff and routines we protect rather than ask people to be flexible about.

Choice runs through the day as far as it can, with help offered rather than imposed, and families and advocates are involved as much as the person wants.

Our most recent overall rating from the Care Quality Commission is good.

Common questions about SummerLodge

Where is SummerLodge located?

SummerLodge is a residential care home in Westcliff On Sea, Southend-on-Sea, SS0 8EN. You can view its exact location and get directions from the map on this page.

What type of care does SummerLodge provide?

SummerLodge is registered to provide residential personal care, with support that includes Older person care, Mental health care, Learning disability and autism support, Physical disability support, Sensory impairment support, Younger adults care. The full list of services is shown on this page.

What is SummerLodge's CQC rating?

SummerLodge is registered with and inspected by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). Its most recent overall rating is Good following its last inspection on 2 July 2026. You can read the full CQC report from the link on this page.

Does SummerLodge offer respite or short-term care?

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

Contact SummerLodge

Phone the home directly, or send an enquiry and we will pass it on.

Care We Offer

  • Older Person Care: Support with daily living for older people, from companionship to help with washing, dressing and medication.
  • Learning Disability / Autism: Person-centred support that helps people with a learning disability or autism live as independently as possible.
  • Mental Health: Support for people managing a mental health condition, with routines that promote stability and wellbeing.
  • Physical Disability: Accessible facilities and practical help with mobility, personal care and daily tasks.
  • Visual / Hearing Impairment: Tailored support and adaptations for residents living with sight or hearing loss.
  • Younger Adults: Care designed around the needs and lifestyle of younger adults (typically 18 to 65).
  • 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 SummerLodge

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. SummerLodge 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. SummerLodge 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. SummerLodge 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?

Yes. SummerLodge supports younger adults as well as older people. 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: 2 July 2026
  • Report published: 2 July 2026

Overall: Good

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

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 East

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

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

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