Aniska Lodge

Brighton Road, Warninglid, Haywards Heath RH17 5SU
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  • Aniska Lodge, Haywards Heath
Aniska Lodge is a care home offering nursing and dementia care. Those with physical disabilities and learning difficulties in need of nursing care can also be cared for at Aniska Lodge. Staff are carefully selected and trained to meet individual residents' needs.

Set in a Grade II listed building, the home offers bright, comfortable ensuite bedrooms which residents are encouraged to personalise. The two large lounges and dining rooms are ideal for socialising, listening to music and watching the television, while quieter areas are available for residents to read and relax in peace.

The home offers an extensive menu for each meal, which can be served in individual bedrooms, the dining room or on the terrace in good weather. All food is prepared onsite by Aniska Lodge's chef.

Residents have access to a range of facilities and activities, including visits from entertainers and school children, and various outings on a regular basis.

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Care Provided by Aniska Lodge

  • Primary Care Categories
  • Dementia
  • Learning Disability
  • Older Person Care
  • Physical Disability
  • Respite Care
  • Younger Adults
  • Care Types Provided
  • Dementia Nursing Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Nursing Care
  • Residential Care
  • For a maximum of 51 Service Users
  • Privately Owned
  • Care Offered
  • AIDS/HIV
  • Alcohol Dependence (past or present)
  • Alzheimer's
  • Bipolar/Manic Depression
  • Cancer Care
  • Challenging Behaviour/Psychosis
  • Colitis & Crohn's Disease
  • Down Syndrome
  • Epilepsy
  • Head/Brain Injury
  • Hearing Impairment
  • Huntington's Disease
  • Motor Neurone Disease
  • Multiple Sclerosis
  • Orthopaedic
  • Parkinson's Disease
  • Profound & Multiple Learning Disabilities
  • Schizophrenia
  • Speech Impairment
  • Stroke
  • Visual Impairment
  • Other Care Provided
  • Convalescent Care
  • Own GP if required
  • Palliative Care
  • Separate Specialist Dementia Care Unit

Good to Know

  • Owner
  • Excel Care Homes Ltd
  • Person in charge
  • Radhika Babyamma (Home Manager)
  • Admission Criteria
    • Ages 18+
  • Room Information
    • Single Rooms (51)
  • Care Home Design/Build
    • Purpose Built: Yes
    • Number of floors: 3

Funding & Fees Guide for Aniska Lodge

  • Funding Types Accepted
  • Self funding (Private)
  • Local Authority with Top-Up
  • Local Authority
  • NHS Continuing Healthcare (CHC) Funding
  • Weekly Charges per Person
    • Self-Funded Residential Care £1,150 – £1,450
    • Self-Funded Residential Dementia Care £1,150 – £1,450
    • Self-Funded Nursing Care £1,150 – £1,450
    • Self-Funded Nursing Dementia Care £1,150 – £1,450
    • RESPITE Self-Funded Residential Care £1,150 – £1,450
    • RESPITE Self-Funded Residential Dementia Care £1,150 – £1,450
    • RESPITE Self-Funded Nursing Care £1,150 – £1,450
    • RESPITE Self-Funded Nursing Dementia Care £1,150 – £1,450

  • Kindly note that all fees are subject to assessment. All fees exclude any Funded Nursing Care.
  • (these prices are only a guideline, please contact Aniska Lodge to find out the exact price for your requirements)

Facilities

  • Gardens
  • Lift
  • Own Furniture if required
  • Phone Point in own room
  • Residents Internet Access
  • Smoking not permitted
  • Television point in own room
  • Wheelchair Access
  • Visiting

  • Visitors welcome at any time.


  • Parking

  • Ample free parking on the premises


Aniska Lodge Reviews (69)

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9.8

Aniska Lodge has a Review Score of 9.8 (9.750) out of 10, based on 22 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time Aniska Lodge has 69 reviews.

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Review from Mark C (Son of Resident) published on 24 January 2025
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Our Dad spent the last few weeks of his life in Aniska Lodge, as a family, we all feel very fortunate that Dad was able to be fast-tracked into their care when he was discharged from hospital. The manager and all the staff were kind and caring. They were constantly attentive and available without being
intrusive to both the needs of Dad and his visitors. They treated Dad with respect at all times and were patient with him even when he was sometimes tricky.
The home is spotlessly clean and well-equipped and maintained. It is obvious that the whole team care about the work they do and works well together, including Mr Cat! We would highly recommend the home, their gentle and kind care is everything you could hope for. Thank you from all of us.

Reply from Tracy White, Administrator at Aniska Lodge

Thank you all very much indeed for the very positive review. It is important to us to provide the best care possible for our residents and extend that support to all their loved ones during the most difficult of times. Our staff are our best asset and we are very proud of all the team - including Mr Cat. Take care everyone.


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Review from Julia D (Resident) published on 19 December 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Aniska Lodge provided a true home for me at a time that was particularly challenging in terms of terms of my physical and mental health. I have felt both safe and secure here, demonstrated by a vast improvement in my appetite, sleep pattern and mood. The staff here are exemplary in their person-centered
delivery of care and demonstrate a high level of professionalism throughout each day. Their care, support and guidance given to my family has been very much appreciated. Thank you.

Reply from Tracy White, Administrator at Aniska Lodge

Thank you so much, we are so pleased that you feel safe and secure and that your family also feel supported - this is very important to us all here. We have truly enjoyed having you stay here at Aniska Lodge until you can move on to your new accommodation.


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Review from Neil D (Brother of Resident) published on 17 December 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My brother spent the last 4 years of his life in Aniska Lodge, suffering from dementia and schizophrenia, he received nothing but the best care and support from all the great staff who work there and I state this without fear of contradiction. They were friendly efficient and kind, I cannot praise them
highly enough. The facilities are modern, clean and welcoming, I have no doubt that if he were able, my brother would have expressed all his gratitude for how he was treated with such respect and care.
Thank you again and good luck going forward.

Reply from Tracy White, Administrator at Aniska Lodge

We are very grateful that you have taken the time to write such a lovely review for us at this difficult time. Care of our residents and their families is of the utmost importance to us all here at Aniska Lodge. Your brother was a pleasure to have in our care and is missed by all the staff. Thank you again.


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Review from Julie F (Daughter of Resident) published on 10 December 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My mum was a resident at Aniska Lodge for nearly 2 years. During that time the staff were kind, caring and compassionate. They ensured that my mum was comfortable and safe. They took time to get to know her and the best way to support her on a day-to-day basis. Sadly in October, she passed away suddenly,
the staff were with her to the end as I was unable to get there in time. Their love and support for not only my mum but the whole family was beyond their call of duty.

Reply from Tracy White, Administrator at Aniska Lodge

Thank you for taking the time to write this review. We were all deeply saddened to lose your mum, she was part of the Aniska family and we are so very glad that you were all so pleased with the care she received with us.


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Review from Gillian D (Daughter of Resident) published on 16 October 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Aniska Lodge was highly recommended to us by a family friend who had been very pleased with the care his parents had received and so our dad, who had Macular Degeneration and Dementia moved in last January.
My family and I cannot praise highly enough the care and support that our dad received during
his time here.
Each and every member of the Aniska team was so patient and kind and nothing was ever too much for them - no matter how busy they were.
One of the last comprehensible things our dad said to us was that 'everybody there was very nice and they really looked after him'. We felt so reassured.
Sadly our dad recently passed away and they were so gentle and caring during this emotional and difficult time.
My family and I will always be grateful to the Aniska staff for all their care and support.
Thank you.

Reply from Tracy White, Administrator at Aniska Lodge

We really do appreciate your comments and we are so very glad that you were happy with Dad's care here at Aniska. The staff are our greatest asset and we are extremely proud to receive such a positive review. We will miss you all.


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Review from Roger W (Son of Resident) published on 15 October 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Our dad spent the last 10 months of his life in Aniska Lodge, suffering with Alzheimer's and was given the best care and support possible by the great staff who work there. They were so friendly and kind and would sit and talk to him, we cannot praise them highly enough. Thank you very much, you are
all fantastic. The home itself is spacious with a big lounge where they supplied entertainment now and again, kept very clean and tidy at all times. We were recommended by a friend to Aniska and we would highly recommend Aniska as well.

Reply from Tracy White, Administrator at Aniska Lodge

We are so grateful for taking the time to do this review at this difficult time. We are extremely pleased to hear that you were so happy with Dad's care here at Aniska, this feedback makes us very proud of our home and our staff. We wish the family our very best and we will miss Dad and all the family.


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Review from A H (Wife of Resident) published on 25 September 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

This review relates to Sept: 23 to date.
My husband had a bad stroke, losing his speech and loss of his right side - I was very worried about his care. Aniska Nursing Home put us at ease from day one. It has happy and caring staff, with a selection of clean, bright rooms. I am extremely grateful for
my husband to be there, knowing he is in safe hands. I highly recommend this nursing home.

Reply from Tracy White, Administrator at Aniska Lodge

We are so grateful for your very positive review and extremely pleased that you are so happy with the care we provide. Our team at Aniska Lodge always strive for the best and aim to work together with our residents and families to support everyone to our very best abilities. Thanks again.


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Review from L K (Wife of Resident) published on 9 September 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

The care provided was excellent. Always made to feel welcome. Clean and tidy. Felt as though residents believed they were at home. They appeared happy and comfortable.

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Review from Jean W (Resident) published on 28 August 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I am very happy here, and it is extremely comfortable here.
I couldn't be in a better place.

Reply from Tracy White, Administrator at Aniska Lodge

Thank you so much for your review. We are so pleased to hear that you are so happy here at Aniska Lodge and are delighted to have you staying with us.


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Review from A J (Son of Resident) published on 13 August 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Speaking for myself and the rest of the family. We couldn't be more pleased with the care that our mother has received. The rooms are very nice. The communal lounge area is a very useful space and it is used to its full potential. Everything is kept in good condition and very clean. The staff are very
friendly. There is a constant supply of food and drinks throughout the day. The staff work very hard to provide entertainment, with a variety of events and crafts. Also, a regular stream of performers are booked to entertain the residents.
The most important thing for us is that our mother is happy.

Reply from Tracy White, Administrator at Aniska Lodge

Thank you for taking the time to complete such a positive review. It is so important to us that our residents and their families are well cared for and happy here at Aniska Lodge. We will ensure that these lovely comments are shared with all the staff.


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Review from D K (Partner of Resident) published on 24 July 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My partner is so fortunate to be a resident in Aniska Lodge. The care is wonderful in every respect and I am so happy to know that he is cared for by the staff who are all delightful, cheerful and hard-working. It is always a pleasure to visit Aniska Lodge and the truly loving and caring staff. I am
able to relax knowing that he is happy and so safe here. We love the entertainment which is provided for residents and family. Thank you all so much.

Reply from Tracy White, Administrator at Aniska Lodge

Thank you so much for your very positive response. It means a lot to the team here at Aniska Lodge that everyone feels cared for and that visitors feel welcomed and happy.


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Review from Deborah P (Daughter of Resident) published on 11 June 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My mother has Parkinson's/dementia and I tried to care for her at her home but when she went to Aniska Lodge it was a huge weight off my shoulders.
The staff are so kind and patient with Mum and home is always spotless.
I can relax and visit her daily happy in the knowledge she is well cared for.
They are truly great with her ever-changing dementia 10/10.

Reply from Tracy White, Administrator at Aniska Lodge

Thank you so much for your very positive review. We are delighted that you are so happy with Mum's care and we always look forward to your daily visits to the home.


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Review from Stella D (Daughter of Resident) published on 16 May 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My mum was in your care for 6 weeks, I was very happy with the service and care you offered, lovely staff who genuinely respected the residents. Tranquil rooms and view. Thank you for treating my mum as a friend.

Reply from Tracy White, Administrator at Aniska Lodge

Thank you very much indeed for taking the trouble to write a review at this difficult time. We very much appreciate your very positive comments and are very pleased that you felt Mum was well looked after whilst here with us.


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Review from Louise F (Daughter of Resident) published on 29 April 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My mother became a resident early in 2020 when we were sadly unable to care for her at home. It was a difficult decision to make, but when my father and I were shown around Aniska Lodge, we felt very lucky to have found a home that was friendly, clean and didn't smell. My mother found it hard to live
away from home, and at times could be rude, difficult and challenging towards the staff however, they were always kind, supportive and patient with her and consistently updating me with any concerns.
My mother's needs were always met and she looked clean and smart when I visited. Towards the end of her life the staff kept her very comfortable in her room, and were very attentive to her needs at all times.
I would like to take this opportunity to say a massive thank you to everyone for the excellent personal service you gave her when she entered the final phase of her life and the support you gave us when she passed away.

Reply from Tracy White, Administrator at Aniska Lodge

Thank you very much indeed for taking the time to leave such a positive review - it is very much appreciated by all the staff and we are so very pleased to have been able to support you all at a very difficult time.


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Review from Rachel S (Daughter of Resident) published on 13 March 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My father was nervous about being at Aniska Lodge but very quickly we realised just how friendly everyone was. There was always something going on, singing, art, movement, dogs visiting, etc. I know at times my dad could be grumpy but this never phased anyone. He was not with you for long but everyone
was kind and he did talk about the people he liked. He was very happy you always remembered his favourite pudding. You have all been marvellous. Thank you so much.

Reply from Tracy White, Administrator at Aniska Lodge

We very much appreciate you taking the time to write a review for us. We are so glad that your father and the family were happy with the care, activities and puddings(!) provided here at Aniska Lodge. We all wish you the very best.


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Review from B J (Son of Resident) published on 5 January 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

This is my first experience of a care home and it's much better than I envisaged. The staff are brilliant, always happy and attentive and do lots to keep the residents occupied i.e paintings, puzzles and even trips to garden centres etc. Both the management and staff are well informed about the residents
and keep us relatives up to date with what's going on. There seems to be plenty of food available and the carers make the effort to encourage and help them eat it. I've sampled sandwiches and cake and they've been delicious! Cheaper than other care homes.

Reply from Tracy White, Administrator at Aniska Lodge

Thank you very much for taking the time to write a review, we are delighted to read that you are happy with the new experience of a care home. Our team always strives to give residents and families a positive experience here at Aniska Lodge and we are very keen to hear feedback and find out if we can improve our services at all.


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Review from Angela P (Daughter of Resident) published on 30 November 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

The care my mother received was very good, she enjoyed her stay here.

Reply from Tracy White, Administrator at Aniska Lodge

Thank you for taking the time to review Aniska Lodge. We are very happy to read that you were pleased with the care you received and that your mother was happy here.


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Review from A T (Wife of Resident) published on 24 November 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My husband spent two weeks respite at Aniska Lodge in October. We were warmly welcomed with tea and biscuits. Everyone was helpful and friendly. His room was spotless and comfortable. He was looked after and I could ring the home at any time for an update. As my husband is unable to give an opinion,
I will fill in the options from my own observations. I cannot comment on value for money as we are now council-funded. The staff were really caring and helpful. The manager personally returned some clothes that were in the laundry when we left. I would gladly use this nursing home again for respite.

Reply from Tracy White, Administrator at Aniska Lodge

Thank you so much for taking the time to write a review and we are so pleased that you were happy with the care and service during your husband's respite stay. We hope that we will be able to help again in the future.


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Review from Barbara H (Mother of Resident) published on 21 August 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

The home has been very good to my son and he loved it there. He always had a laugh with all the staff and loved playing bingo and painting. I would like to say a big thank you to all the staff, keep up the good work.

Reply from Tracy White, Administrator at Aniska Lodge

Thank you for taking the time to write a review. We are so pleased that you felt your son loved it at Aniska Lodge - he was very special to all the staff here.


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Review from Kay S (Daughter of Resident) published on 14 June 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My mum spent the last fifteen months of her life in this exceptionally caring nursing home and was looked after extremely well. Light, airy and clean room.
The staff are friendly, even offering tea and understanding.

Reply from Tracy White, Administrator at Aniska Lodge

Thank you so much for taking the time to write a review, we are all so pleased that you were happy with the care that was provided for Mum.


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Current Review Score: 9.8 (9.750)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.8 (9.750) out of 10 for Aniska Lodge is based on a) the Average Rating and b) the number of positive Reviews.

  • a) The Average Rating is 4.8 out of 5 from 22 Reviews in the last 24 months.

  • b) The score for the number of positive Reviews is 5.0 out of 5 from 22 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 4.750 for Aniska Lodge is calculated as follows: ( (196 Excellents x 5) + (56 Goods x 4) + (4 Satisfactorys x 3) ) ÷ 256 Ratings = 4.75

  • 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 Aniska Lodge is based on 22 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 51 registered maximum number of service users is 10.2, which has been reached with 22 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: 12 Sep 2019

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  • Effective

    Good

  • Responsive

    Good

  • Safe

    Good

  • Well-led

    Requires improvement

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

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Frequently Asked Questions about Aniska Lodge

What types of Care is Aniska Lodge registered for?

Older Person Care, Dementia, Respite Care, Learning Disability, Physical Disability & Younger Adults are the registered (by the Care Quality Commission) categories of Care.

What additional types of Care does Aniska Lodge provide?

Palliative Care, Convalescent Care, Separate Specialist Dementia Care Unit & Own GP if required are other types of care provided.

How many Rooms does Aniska Lodge have?

There are 51 Single Rooms.

What are the Facilities & Services at Aniska Lodge?

Own Furniture if required, Smoking not permitted, Lift, Wheelchair Access, Gardens, Phone Point in own room, Television point in own room & Residents Internet Access are some of the Facilities & Services.

How far is Aniska Lodge to the centre of Haywards Heath?

4.2 mile(s) as the crow flies, distance by road may be significantly further.