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The Swallows is a CQC-registered residential care home based in London, Lewisham. It is operated by Rajanikanth Selvanandan.
The home provides specialist care for dementia, older adults (65+). Families looking for care in these areas can contact the home directly for availability and assessments.
As a residential care home, The Swallows provides 24-hour personal care and support for residents who need help with daily activities such as washing, dressing, and meal times, in a safe and homely environment.
The Care Quality Commission (CQC) last inspected The Swallows in July 2026 and rated the service as Good overall. This means the home is performing well and meeting expectations across safety, effectiveness, care quality, responsiveness, and leadership.
The Swallows is located in London, within the Lewisham local authority area in London.
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| CQC Rating | Good |
| Address | 318 Brownhill Road, Catford, Catford, London, Lewisham, SE6 1AX |
| Phone | 02084 613391 |
| Local authority | Lewisham |
| Region | London |
| Last inspection | 21 July 2026 |
| Provider | Rajanikanth Selvanandan |
Is The Swallows registered with the CQC?
Yes. The Swallows is registered with the Care Quality Commission (CQC), the independent regulator of health and social care in England. You can view the official CQC profile at https://www.cqc.org.uk/location/1-285610090
What type of care does The Swallows provide?
The Swallows provides residential homes, specialising in dementia, caring for adults over 65 yrs.
How do I contact The Swallows?
You can contact The Swallows by phone on 02084 613391, or visit them at 318 Brownhill Road, Catford, Catford, London, Lewisham, SE6 1AX.
What is The Swallows's CQC rating?
The Swallows has been rated "Good" by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). This means the home is performing well and meeting expectations. See the full CQC inspection report at https://www.cqc.org.uk/location/1-285610090
How many care homes are in London?
There are 887 CQC-registered care homes in London. You can browse the full list at carehomeos.co.uk/care-homes/town/london.
Residential care homes provide 24-hour personal care and support for older adults or people with disabilities who are unable to live independently. Staff assist with daily activities such as washing, dressing, and meals in a homely environment.
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