Dale Lodge
Residential care home · Southfleet
Dale Road, Southfleet, DA13 9NX
Run by Nicholas James Care Homes Ltd
- GoodCQC · Mar 2024
- 8.4Our score
- Beds20
- Type of careResidential
- Phone01474 834877
Latest inspection
- Inspected on 26 March 2024
What the inspectors rate
- SafeGood
- EffectiveGood
- CaringGood
- ResponsiveOutstanding
- Well-ledGood
- Regulator
- Care Quality Commission
- Registered as
- Dale Lodge
- Status
- Registered in England
- Latest rating
- Good
- Register number
- 1-137862220
From the public register of the Care Quality Commission, checked on 2 November 2026.
About Dale Lodge
Dale Lodge provides residential and dementia care for older people, with day care available for people who want social contact and activities while giving carers a break. The home’s approach centres on individual routines, dignity, independence and resident-led support.
Daily life can include group activities, entertainment, quiet relaxation and one-to-one companionship. Rooms are furnished, with personal furniture and belongings welcome by arrangement. Menus are prepared fresh each day and adapted for dietary restrictions and medical conditions. The home also arranges activities and appointments such as hairdressing and chiropody.
Care on offer
- Care homes
Compared with Southfleet
Nearest
| Name | Distance | Official rating | Our score | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dale MountSouthfleet | 0 miles | Good | 8.0 | |
| Withens Nursing HomeGravesend | 0.6 miles | Good | 8.0 | |
| Wombwell HallGravesend | 1.3 miles | Good | 8.0 | |
| Squadron ManorGravesend | 1.5 miles | |||
| Mayflower Care HomeGravesend | 1.8 miles | Requires improvement | 6.8 |
Also run by Nicholas James Care Homes Ltd
| Name | Official rating | Our score | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dale MountSouthfleet | Good | 8.0 | |
| Edward HouseBurgess Hill | Good | 8.0 | |
| Charles LodgeHove | Good | 7.4 | |
| Alexander House - DoverDover | Good | 8.0 | |
| Walmer Care CentreDeal | Good | 8.0 |
What stands out
What stands out
- Fresh menus adapted to dietary needs
- Day care for carer respite
Ask about
- Additional services such as hairdressing and chiropody are not included in basic fees
Suits: Older people needing dementia care or day support
Types of care
Also works on: residential
Location
Dale Road, Southfleet, DA13 9NX
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Questions families ask
Are the rooms furnished?
Yes. Rooms are furnished, and residents can personalise them with their own furniture after discussing arrangements with the home manager.
Can residents choose meals suited to their diet?
Yes. Menus reflect residents’ preferences and tastes, are prepared fresh each day and accommodate dietary restrictions and relevant medical conditions.
Can care be funded by the council or NHS?
Yes, depending on the resident’s circumstances. The care home managers discuss financial needs and the available Local Authority or NHS funding options.
Can the home accommodate religious or spiritual requirements?
Yes. Prospective residents can discuss their religious and spiritual needs with the relevant manager during onboarding, so suitable arrangements can be made.
Can friends and family visit residents?
Yes. Visits can be arranged with the relevant home manager for a convenient date.
How much does Dale Lodge cost?
The CQC register does not list fees, so ask Dale Lodge for its weekly fee. As a guide, Kent council paid on average £1,096 a week for a residential care place for people aged 65 and over in 2024-2025, against £982 across England (GOV.UK adult social care finance report). People who pay for their own care are usually charged more than councils pay.