Fern Brook Lodge

A very warm welcome to Fern Brook Lodge, a place where you can feel supported, comfortable and truly at home as you begin the next chapter of your life. Located in the historic market town of Gillingham, Dorset, our home offers a calm and welcoming environment with close connections to local amenities, green spaces and a strong sense of community.

Our home

We want you to feel at home from the moment you arrive. Fern Brook Lodge has been thoughtfully designed to be warm, welcoming and easy to navigate, with comfortable communal spaces that encourage relaxation and social connection. Residents can enjoy:

Comfortable lounges and welcoming dining areas
Dedicated spaces for activities and quiet moments
A hair and beauty salon for a little pampering
Outdoor areas and gardens
Welcoming spaces to spend time with family and friends

Bedrooms are fully furnished, with a choice of layouts and sizes. We encourage residents to bring personal belongings, photographs and treasured items to help make their room feel familiar and truly their own.

Enjoying the outdoors every day

Residents living with dementia at Fern Brook Lodge enjoy access to a safe, secure garden designed to encourage time outdoors and support health and wellbeing. Wide, level pathways, raised flower beds and comfortable seating make the garden welcoming and accessible for everyone.

Thoughtfully chosen sensory planting, including fragrant lavender, roses and sweet peas, helps stimulate memories and engage the senses, while the sounds of birds, bees and other visiting wildlife create a peaceful and calming environment. Whether enjoying a gentle stroll, relaxing in the sunshine, or spending time with family and friends, residents are encouraged to enjoy the outdoor space at their own pace.

The garden is also a popular setting for garden parties, barbecues and seasonal celebrations, bringing residents, loved ones and the wider home community together.

Life at Fern Brook Lodge

Life at Fern Brook Lodge is about much more than care. Our lifestyle programme focuses on creating meaningful experiences that bring joy, purpose and companionship, often inspired by local interests and the surrounding Gillingham community.

From shared meals and creative activities to gentle exercise, entertainment and visits from local groups, there is always something to look forward to. Residents are encouraged to stay connected with the town they know, whether through local news, seasonal celebrations or enjoying time outdoors when the weather allows.

Care provided at Fern Brook Lodge:

Residential Care

Respite Care

Dementia Care

Fern Brook Lane,
Gillingham SP8 4QD

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What Fern Brook Lodge offers

Landscaped Gardens
24/7 Support
En-suite wet rooms
Hair Salon
Coffee Lounge
Community Focussed
Head Chef
Activities Coordinators
Animal Visits
Restaurant
Wellness Classes
Entertainment

Not-for-profit

As part of Care South, Fern Brook Lodge is a not-for-profit care home. This means every penny is reinvested back into the home, helping us continually enhance our care, facilities and the experiences we provide for our residents.

State-of-the-art

Step inside and you will discover a thoughtfully designed care home where Food, Fun and Friendship are part of everyday life, alongside the reassurance that high-quality care is always close at hand. Whether you are looking for residential care, specialist dementia support or a short respite stay, our caring and dedicated team is here to support you in a way that feels right for you.

Everyday moments

We believe that maintaining strong links with the local community plays an important role in wellbeing, and we warmly welcome visits from family, friends and members of the wider community.

We believe in person-centred care

At Fern Brook Lodge, we believe in person-centred care that supports both body and spirit. We recognise that every resident has lived a full and meaningful life, and our role is to help you continue living well, with dignity, choice and meaningful connection at the heart of everything we do.

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OUR TEAM

Dedicated and passionate

At the heart of Fern Brook Lodge is our dedicated team. Passionate, experienced and kind, they are committed to providing high-quality, personalised care every day and night.

We would be delighted to welcome you for a visit, show you around our home, introduce you to the team and give you a true sense of daily life at Fern Brook Lodge.

Our care

You deserve care that respects your individuality, independence and personal wishes. At Fern Brook Lodge, our approach places you at the centre of every decision. Working closely with you and your loved ones, we develop a personalised care plan that reflects your needs, routines and preferences.

Our compassionate and experienced team provides residential care, dementia care and respite care, offering reassurance and continuity of support day and night. Care is delivered by people who take the time to truly get to know you, building trusting relationships that help you feel confident, comfortable and supported.

What our residents and families say about Fern Brook Lodge

Our testimonials are taken from carehome.co.uk, the leading independent third party review site for the care sector.

Testimonials from residents and relatives

Residents in our care lead rich and fulfilling lives and we want to keep it that way through plenty of Food, Fun and Friendship. Find out more about what residents in our care think of life at Care South.

Taking the next step

Choosing a care home is an important decision and it is natural to feel a mix of emotions. At Fern Brook Lodge, we are here to make the process as reassuring and supportive as possible.

Our team will take the time to listen, answer your questions openly and guide you through each stage. When you are ready, we will support you in settling in gently, helping you feel comfortable, supported and at home from your very first day.