Ash Lodge Care Home with Nursing
Nursing home · Smethwick
Londonderry Lane, Smethwick, B67 7EL
Run by Care First (Smethwick) Ltd
- Requires improvementCQC · Jul 2023
- 6.8Our score
- Beds70
- Type of careNursing
- Phone0121 558 9808
Inspectors asked it to improve: Effective and Well-led
Latest inspection
- Inspected on 11 July 2023
What the inspectors rate
- SafeGood
- EffectiveRequires improvement
- CaringGood
- ResponsiveGood
- Well-ledRequires improvement
- Regulator
- Care Quality Commission
- Registered as
- Ash Lodge Care Home with Nursing
- Status
- Registered in England
- Latest rating
- Requires improvement
- Register number
- 1-157864970
From the public register of the Care Quality Commission, checked on 2 November 2026.
About Ash Lodge Care Home with Nursing
Ash Lodge Care Home with Nursing provides private nursing care, palliative and end-of-life care, and respite care for adults with complex needs. Its registered scope includes physical and sensory impairment, mental health conditions and advanced dementia, alongside general and EMI nursing.
The home offers round-the-clock nursing and respite stays from two weeks, including emergency respite subject to availability. Family involvement is built into the care approach, with tailored care pathways and support from professional nurses. Prospective residents and families are asked to arrange a visit in advance, so the team can discuss needs and prepare an information pack covering costs and funding.
Care on offer
- Care homes
Compared with Smethwick
Nearest
| Name | Distance | Official rating | Our score | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Barnford HouseOldbury | 0.5 miles | Good | 7.4 | |
| Coopers LodgeSmethwick | 0.5 miles | |||
| The Poplars Nursing HomeBirmingham | 0.6 miles | Requires improvement | 6.2 | |
| Trinity View Care HomeSmethwick | 0.6 miles | Requires improvement | 6.8 | |
| Selborne MewsSmethwick | 0.6 miles | Requires improvement | 6.8 |
What stands out
What stands out
- Emergency respite subject to availability
- General and EMI nursing
- Palliative and end-of-life care
Ask about
- Visits should be arranged in advance
Suits: Adults needing nursing, palliative or respite care
Types of care
Also works on: nursing
Location
Londonderry Lane, Smethwick, B67 7EL
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Questions families ask
How much does private nursing care cost?
Private residential nursing care starts from £1,295 per week, with the final cost varying according to the level of care required.
Can Ash Lodge provide short-term respite care?
Yes. Respite care is available from two weeks, including emergency respite subject to availability, with residents receiving the same activities and excursions as full-time residents.
Does Ash Lodge accept council-funded residents?
Yes. It accepts both Local Authority-funded and privately funded residents.
What types of nursing care does Ash Lodge provide?
It specialises in general nursing, EMI nursing and palliative care, including support for complex physical, sensory and mental health needs and advanced dementia.
How is private care arranged at Ash Lodge?
The process involves speaking with the care team, visiting the home, and meeting the prospective resident so the team can prepare a no-obligation information pack covering costs and funding.