Business Details
Your Trusted Nursing Home in Eastbourne
Carlisle Lodge is a family-run establishment in Eastbourne, offering person-centred care in a safe, comfortable environment for up to 20 residents. Established by Diane Lawson, a nurse since 1985, we combine decades of professional expertise with a homely Victorian setting adapted for modern nursing needs. Our long-serving staff, including Matron Simone Mills and Deputy Matron Sharon Sugars, ensure continuity of care with a trained nurse on duty 24/7. We specialise in long-term nursing, respite, convalescent, and palliative care, supported by tailored care plans reviewed monthly. Our facilities include accessible gardens, electric profiling beds, hoists, and en-suite shower rooms, alongside home-cooked meals catering to special diets.Regular social activities, trips, and GP support from The Lighthouse Practice enhance residents' well-being. We prioritise family involvement in care planning and maintain transparent communication with loved ones. Our commitment to quality is reflected in our above-average staffing levels and weekly oversight by Diane Lawson as Registered Provider. We provide a secure, compassionate environment where residents' preferences and dignity are central to daily life.
Services
Nursing Care
Residential Care
Respite Care
Convalescent Care
Palliative Care
Highlights and features
- We offer 24/7 nursing care with trained professionals on duty at all times.
- Our family-run home ensures continuity through long-serving, experienced staff.
- We provide home-cooked meals tailored to individual dietary requirements.
- Our adapted Victorian house features accessible gardens and modern facilities.
- Care plans are reviewed monthly and updated to reflect residents' changing needs.
Services
Nursing Care
Our nursing care provides round-the-clock support for residents with complex health needs. Trained nurses deliver personalised treatment plans, medication management, and continuous monitoring. This service ensures medical stability while maintaining residents' dignity and comfort through tailored daily routines.
Respite Care
Respite care offers temporary support for caregivers, with stays starting at two weeks. Residents receive full nursing assistance, social activities, and access to all facilities. This service provides peace of mind through reliable, high-quality interim care tailored to individual requirements.
Palliative Care
Specialised palliative care focuses on comfort and quality of life for residents with terminal conditions. Our team manages pain and symptoms while respecting personal wishes documented in advanced care plans. Emotional support is provided to residents and their families throughout this sensitive period.
Convalescent Care
Convalescent care aids recovery after surgery or illness through structured rehabilitation. Residents receive physical therapy assistance, nutritional support, and gradual reintegration into daily activities. Our goal is to restore independence while ensuring medical supervision during the healing process.
Care Planning
Individual care plans are created in collaboration with residents and families, covering medical, emotional, and lifestyle needs. These living documents are reviewed monthly and immediately updated when circumstances change. Advanced directives ensure future care preferences are respected, providing continuity across all shifts and staff members.
People
Diane Lawson
Registered Provider
Diane Lawson, a nurse since 1985, founded Carlisle Lodge and served as Matron until 2022. She now oversees operations weekly as Registered Provider, ensuring continued adherence to high care standards.
Simone Mills
Matron
Simone Mills became Matron in 2022 after working extensively in nursing leadership. She manages daily care delivery, staff training, and resident assessments, maintaining the home's commitment to person-centred care and professional excellence.
Sharon Sugars
Deputy Matron
Sharon Sugars, Deputy Matron, supports care coordination and staff supervision. With years of experience in elderly care, she ensures consistent implementation of care plans and addresses residents' needs promptly and compassionately.
Questions
What types of care are available at Carlisle Lodge?
We offer nursing care, residential care, respite stays, convalescent care, and palliative care tailored to individual needs.
Are pets allowed to visit residents?
Yes, pets may visit with prior permission from management to ensure all residents' comfort and safety.
How are care plans developed and updated?
Care plans are created with residents and families, reviewed monthly, and updated immediately when needs or preferences change.
What accessibility features are available?
Our home has lifts, wheelchair-accessible gardens and balconies, profiling beds, and hoists for resident mobility support.
Can residents receive visitors at any time?
Family and friends may visit anytime, though we recommend coordinating with staff to ensure minimal disruption to care routines.
What social activities are offered?
Residents enjoy regular entertainment, quizzes, crafts, and outings to local attractions using our minibus or wheelchair taxis.
