The Sidcup Care Home

2/8 Hatherley Road, Sidcup DA14 4BG
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9.5 170 Reviews
  • The Sidcup Care Home, Sidcup
The Sidcup offers nursing and residential care, both long-term and short stay care.

The home is a purpose-built with modern comforts and conveniences. It prides itself on its warm and homely environment where residents can relax and feel safe inside the home and in the gardens. All bedrooms have en suite facilities and are furnished to a high standard.

The home consists of two floors, with dining rooms and lounges on each floor. The home also benefits from its own cinema lounge, large well- maintained gardens, its own hairdressing salon, and private lounge, ideal for family events and celebrations. The home has visiting professionals such as physiotherapists and chiropodists.

As an enhanced service to residents, weekly GP visits are conducted at The Sidcup Care Home, enabling residents to receive regular, personalised medical reviews as part of their approach to person-centred care.

At mealtimes a wide range of nutritious dishes are offered, always made with fresh ingredients. Residents’ dietary needs and personal preferences are always taken into account by the chef. The chef will visit residents to make tailored menus if necessary. There are regular tea rounds throughout the day with fresh cakes after lunch.

As well as regular, organised activities such as quizzes, bingo, film afternoons, board games and arts and crafts sessions, trips out to local places of interest, visiting entertainers and pantomimes, as well as tai chi and holistic massage and aromatherapy.

For more information about life in the home, please visit their Facebook page, search 'Bupa UK The Sidcup'.

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Care Provided by The Sidcup Care Home

  • Primary Care Categories
  • Older Person Care
  • Physical Disability
  • Respite Care
  • Care Types Provided
  • Nursing Care
  • Residential Care
  • For a maximum of 100 Service Users
  • Privately Owned
  • Care Offered
  • Cancer Care
  • Speech Impairment
  • Visual Impairment
  • Other Care Provided
  • Convalescent Care
  • End of Life Care
  • Own GP if required
  • Palliative Care
  • Physiotherapy

Good to Know

  • Person in charge
  • Caroline Soriano (General Manager)
  • Admission Criteria
    • Ages 65+
  • Room Information
    • Single Rooms (100)
  • Care Home Design/Build
    • Purpose Built: Yes

Funding & Fees Guide for The Sidcup Care Home

  • Funding Types Accepted
  • Self funding (Private)
  • Local Authority with Top-Up
  • Local Authority
  • NHS Continuing Healthcare (CHC) Funding

Facilities

  • Close to Local shops
  • Gardens
  • Lift
  • Near Public Transport
  • Own Furniture if required
  • Pet Friendly (or by arrangement)
  • Phone Point in own room
  • Smoking not permitted
  • Television point in own room
  • Wheelchair Access
  • Visiting

  • There’s so much to do and see in the local area, including Eltham Palace and Gardens, Danson Park and boating lake, and the 60 acres of parkland at Swanley Park – you’ll find a lovely little café there.


  • Parking

  • The home has it's own private care park.


The Sidcup Care Home Reviews (170)

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The Sidcup Care Home has a Review Score of 9.5 (9.533) out of 10, based on 52 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time The Sidcup Care Home has 170 reviews.

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Review from P S (Son of Resident) published on 18 August 2020
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

Mum enjoys living at the home. There are lots of activities that she joins in with, and the staff are always willing to help, and there are no bad odours. She enjoys her food which there is always a choice. However, one concern on numerous occasions as she is deaf, her hearing aid was not in and therefore
very frustrating for her and the family; to join in with activities was challenging.

Reply from Greta Narbutaityte, Customer Adviser at The Sidcup Care Home

Thank you for taking the time to leave your review. We will discuss your feedback with the home manager to help us continually improve our service.


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Review from D H (Daughter of Resident) published on 21 July 2020
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 3.0 out of 5

Mum's care home is friendly and her care is good. The staff are very nice. The rooms are, in my opinion, far too small with insufficient wardrobe space.
The decor is a little dated. The garden is nice but needs more tables and chairs and a covered outdoor space for colder days and to make more space
should more people wish to go into it/outside.
It needs music in the rooms if you wanted to lighten the mood.

Reply from Emily Wilson, Customer Services Adviser at The Sidcup Care Home

Thank you for taking the time to leave your review. Our resident’s health and well being is an absolute priority. We will certainly pass your comments on to the manager. Please let us know if there is anything we can do to make your Mum's stay as comfortable as possible.


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Review from Sheila W (Daughter of Resident) published on 26 May 2020
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My mother spent three years in The Sidcup Care Home until her sad death on the 11th May. The staff are wonderful and treated my mother with gentleness, professionalism and dignity. They all loved my mother as she was very sweet and gentle natured right up to the end and they did all they could to ensure
my mother was happy and in good health.
My whole family will forever be grateful to them and thank them sincerely for making the last few years of her life happy ones.

Reply from Greta Narbutaityte, Customer Adviser at The Sidcup Care Home

We are very sad to hear about your loss. We can only hope you feel like your mother received the best possible care.


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Review from O P (Resident) published on 8 April 2020
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

I found the staff very helpful. Your food is wonderful. I would love to come back if ever I was ill again. The hairdressers I found done a lovely job on my hair as it hasn't been washed for 8-weeks, all-round I am very happy here.

Reply from Greta Narbutaityte, Customer Adviser at The Sidcup Care Home

Thank you for the lovely comments. We are very happy to hear you enjoyed your stay.


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Review from Diane R (Wife of Resident) published on 18 February 2020
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

From the day my husband was admitted, he has been treated with the utmost dignity and respect and I have seen the most magical improvement in him in just a couple of weeks. All the nursing staff are so caring with both my husband and myself.

Reply from Greta Narbutaityte, Customer Adviser at The Sidcup Care Home

We are very happy to hear you can feel at ease with your husband in our care. Thank you for the kind comments.


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Review from B W (Son of Resident) published on 17 January 2020
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Father enjoyed his stay over Christmas having stayed before for his 101st birthday. Entertainment and care was first class and he hopes to stay for his 102nd birthday.

Reply from Greta Narbutaityte, Customer Adviser at The Sidcup Care Home

Congratulations to your father! We are very happy to hear he enjoyed taking part in all the celebrations.


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Review from S F (Resident) published on 24 December 2019
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 3.0 out of 5

Brought in from hospital January 2019.

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Review from J P (Daughter-in-law of Resident) published on 6 December 2019
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

The home overall is excellent. My mother-in-law has settled well. Having the hairdressers on site is excellent as my mother-in-law always loved to have her hair done every week. The staff in the hairdressers always make you feel very welcome. All the staff in the home are brilliant.

Reply from Greta Narbutaityte, Customer Adviser at The Sidcup Care Home

Thank you for your kind words. We are very delighted to hear your mother-in-law has settled well. Please let us know if there is anything else we can do to make her more comfortable.


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Review from T A (Daughter-in-law of Resident) published on 7 November 2019
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

We were so blessed to have found this setting. The staff were amazing and we know that our Mum was given the best care possible. Treated with respect, dignity and love, she was comfortable and at peace. We are sad her journey was not longer, due to her terminal illness, but are so grateful for the service
provided, not only to her but to us as a family. We were kept informed and supported at all times. A beautiful, clean environment, with beautiful, kind, caring staff. Thank you so much.

Reply from Greta Narbutaityte, Customer Adviser at The Sidcup Care Home

Thank you for your kind words. We are very sorry to hear about your mother. Hopefully you can go away from this feeling like your loved one received the best possible care.


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Review from A M (Respite Resident) published on 4 November 2019
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Made to feel welcome right from the start and continued throughout my stay. Thank you very much.

Reply from Greta Narbutaityte, Customer Adviser at The Sidcup Care Home

Thank you for taking the time to leave your review. We really appreciate the kind words.


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Review from Irene L (Respite Resident) published on 11 October 2019
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I found all the staff were very caring and thoughtful. The room was kept clean and refreshments fine.

Reply from Greta Narbutaityte, Customer Adviser at The Sidcup Care Home

Thank you for taking the time to leave such lovely feedback.


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Review from Stephen G (Son of Resident) published on 9 September 2019
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I went on my first impression. The receptionist was understanding, professional and helpful. The care team were and are amazing. The care, help and support are 100%. I would definitely urge anyone who is not sure to go and speak to the Sidcup team. I know I have made the right choice.

Reply from Greta Narbutaityte, Customer Adviser at The Sidcup Care Home

Thank you for such a lovely review. We are delighted to hear you can trust us with your loved ones care and can feel at ease doing so.


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Review from Terry K (Resident) published on 16 August 2019
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

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Review from J S (Daughter of Resident) published on 2 August 2019
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

Many of staff very attentive to mum but she needs checking on more often. Have found mum with pyjamas on under her clothes, no hearing aids in. Jugs to heavy for her to pour her own juice. Very few staff to be found at weekends. My sister and I feel we need to come into check on her every day.

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Review from J G (Friend of Resident) published on 5 July 2019
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

As a daily visitor to Sidcup Care Home, I am impressed by the care to residents and visitors. Staff are always available to discuss or answer questions when asked.

Reply from Greta Narbutaityte, Customer Adviser at The Sidcup Care Home

Thank you for such a lovely review. We hope to see you again soon!


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Review from J R (Respite Resident) published on 2 July 2019
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My respite stay at The Sidcup Care Home was a memorable experience. The staff were kind and friendly. The surroundings are pleasant.
There was a happy atmosphere which helped my recovery during a difficult time in my life. I have recommended The Sidcup already to several people.

Reply from Greta Narbutaityte, Customer Adviser at The Sidcup Care Home

Thank you for your lovely review. We are delighted to hear you enjoyed your stay at the Sidcup. We hope to see you again soon.


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Review from Ann C (Wife of Resident) published on 20 June 2019
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My husband is very happy in the home. The staff are so kind and helpful. My husband is looked after so well, it means a lot to me as his wife.

Reply from Greta Narbutaityte, Customer Adviser at The Sidcup Care Home

Thank you for your kind words. We are delighted to hear that your husband is happy in our care.


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Review from R H (Daughter of Resident) published on 31 May 2019
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

There has been a big improvement to the management and staff levels recently. I really hope Bupa work to keep their good staff.

Reply from Greta Narbutaityte, Customer Adviser at The Sidcup Care Home

Thank you for your feedback. We are happy to hear you are satisfied with the changes in our care home. However our residents come first, so please let us know if there is anything else we can do for your family.


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Review from K S (Resident) published on 9 May 2019
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 3.0 out of 5

I'm happy that I am here. I think the staff are very friendly and very good to me and I would like to say thank you to everyone.

Reply from Greta Narbutaityte, Customer Adviser at The Sidcup Care Home

Thank you for your kind words. Please let us know if there is anything we can do to make your stay more comfortable.


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Review from D C (Daughter of Resident) published on 8 May 2019
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

This place is exceptional. From my first visit, I felt welcomed and felt my dad's needs were always put first. They couldn't wait to receive my dad into their care. They looked after him so well, treated him with dignity and, although he could be difficult at times, they were so gentle and attentive.
I would highly recommend this place to anyone.

Reply from Greta Narbutaityte, Customer Adviser at The Sidcup Care Home

Thank you for your kind words. We hope our care home did everything to make the transition as easy as possible. It is always nice to hear from family members feeling like their loved one was cared for and looked after.


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Current Review Score: 9.5 (9.533)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.5 (9.533) out of 10 for The Sidcup Care Home is based on a) the Average Rating and b) the number of positive Reviews.

  • a) The Average Rating is 4.5 out of 5 from 52 Reviews in the last 24 months.

  • b) The score for the number of positive Reviews is 5.0 out of 5 from 50 positive Reviews in the last 24 months.

Detailed Breakdown of Review Score

The maximum Review Score for a Care Home is 10, which is made up from the Average Rating of Reviews (maximum of 5 points) and the Number of Reviews (maximum of 5 points) in the last 24 months:

  • a) 5 Points are available for the Average Rating from all Reviews in the last 24 months.

    The Average Rating of 4.533 for The Sidcup Care Home is calculated as follows: ( (395 Excellents x 5) + (171 Goods x 4) + (34 Satisfactorys x 3) + (1 Poors x 2) + (11 Very Poors x 1) ) ÷ 612 Ratings = 4.533

  • b) 5 Points are available for the number of Positive Reviews in the last 24 months. A Positive Review is defined as any Review with an 'Overall Experience' of '4' or '5' (out of a max rating '5').

    The 5 Points relating to the number of positive Reviews for The Sidcup Care Home is based on 50 positive Reviews in the last 24 months and is calculated as per below:

    The 5 points available are broken down as follows:

    • i) 4 points are available for the first 10 Positive Reviews in the last 24 months; 3 points for the first Positive Review, and then 0.125 Points for each of the next four Positive Reviews and then 0.1 Points for the next five Positive Reviews. (1st = 3.000, 2nd = 0.125, 3rd = 0.125, 4th = 0.125, 5th = 0.125, 6th = 0.100, 7th = 0.100, 8th = 0.100, 9th = 0.100, 10th = 0.100) 3 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.1 + 0.1 + 0.1 + 0.1 + 0.1 = 4

    • ii) 1 point is available for the number of Positive Reviews reaching 20% of the registered maximum number of service users in the last 24 months. If this number is partially reached, then that proportion of 1 point is given. eg a Care Home registered for a maximum of 50 service users has to reach 10 Positive Reviews to receive 1 point, if it has 7 reviews it will receive 0.7 points. 20% of the 100 registered maximum number of service users is 20, which has been reached with 50 Positive reviews. Points = 1

  • When a Review is submitted by someone who has previously submitted a Review, only the latest Review will count towards the Review Score.

  • If a Care Home does not have a review in the last 24 months, then it will not have a Review Score.

Performance

Care Quality Commission (CQC) Rating

Date: 8 Feb 2020

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  • Caring

    Good

  • Effective

    Good

  • Responsive

    Good

  • Safe

    Good

  • Well-led

    Good

Care Quality Commission is responsible for the registration and inspection of social care services in England.

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Bed Vacancies

2 Bed Vacancies

posted 25 Feb 2025

All rooms have ensuite facilities, telephone points and there is a freeview television in every room.


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Meet the Team (1)

Caroline

Caroline Soriano

Job Title: Home Manager

Joined: 2018

Welcome to The Sidcup Care Home, we’d be delighted to show you around. Our team is passionate about providing the best person-centred care and our top priority is the safety and welfare of the residents.