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Bracebridge Care Group is built on Emotional Intelligence through the veins of all that they are and all that they do. They are dedicated to providing exceptional heart-centred care across their newly established care homes. The homes they build are designed to support diverse individual needs, especially people living with dementia. They emphasise inclusivity, welcoming older LGBTQI individuals, and fostering a sense of community and belonging. Each home has a...  

EQ Care Group Locations (6)

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6 Care Homes owned by EQ Care Group

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Cedar Lodge
Eastfield Lane, Whitchurch-on-Thames, Reading RG8 7EJ
"Terrific staff - the team were always super helpful, caring & cheerful. My mother was delighted with her stay for respite care. Lots of..."Read all 27 reviews

from £1,750 / week45 Rooms

Location Type: Care Home

Cedar Lodge care home in Whitchurch-on-Thames aims to offer residents the care they need in a welcoming environment. The care home is operated by the EQ Care Group and offers residential care and... Read more

  • Older Person Care
  • Respite Care
  • Permanent Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Nursing Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Nursing Care
Acer Lodge
Eleanor Street, Blackburn BB1 1GA
"The care home is fabulous. Welcoming, friendly staff, spotlessly clean. I love the lounge and dining/kitchen area, feels like being at..."Read all 38 reviews

from £1,200 / week70 Rooms

Location Type: Care Home

Acer Lodge care home in Blackburn is newly built (2024) offering dementia nursing, nursing and residential care for people over 55. The home offers heart-centred and high-quality care, fostering a... Read more

  • Older Person Care
  • Respite Care
  • Permanent Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Nursing Care
  • Residential Care
  • Mental Health Care
  • Dementia Nursing Care
The Maples
Randlay Avenue, Randlay, Telford TF3 2LH
"My mother has received excellent professional care during her stay at The Maples. Even more importantly she has always been treated with..."Read all 32 reviews

from £1,350 / week70 Rooms

Location Type: Care Home

The Maples is a purpose-built care home (2023) offering Nursing, Nursing Dementia, Enablement and Residential Care and Support. Wi-Fi is available throughout the property. State of the art, innovative... Read more

  • Older Person Care
  • Respite Care
  • Permanent Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Nursing Care
  • Residential Care
  • Mental Health Care
  • Dementia Nursing Care
The Oaks
Rubery Lane, Rubery, Birmingham B45 9AY
"Putting my mom into a care/Nursing home 2 days ago has not been easy and not knowing what to expect! We as a family chose the Oaks from..."Read all 52 reviews

from £1,600 / week71 Rooms

Location Type: Care Home

The Oaks is a purpose-built care home (2023) offering Nursing, Nursing Dementia, Enablement and Residential Care and Support - with an Outstanding rating from CQC (January 2026). Wi-Fi will be available... Read more

  • Older Person Care
  • Respite Care
  • Permanent Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Nursing Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Nursing Care
The Rowans
339 Bickershaw Lane, Wigan WN2 5TE
"I always find this home to be clean and very friendly. The care that is shown to my mum is so lovely and make us happy to know she is safe..."Read all 18 reviews

from £1,500 / week66 Rooms

Location Type: Care Home

The Rowans offers residential, nursing and nursing dementia care and support in a homely environment in Bickershaw, Wigan. Conveniently situated, the home has good bus routes for visitors, with a... Read more

  • Older Person Care
  • Respite Care
  • Permanent Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Nursing Care
  • Mental Health Care
  • Dementia Nursing Care
Willow Lodge
46 Shrewsbury Road, Redhill RH1 6BH

from £1,750 / week78 Rooms

Location Type: Care Home

Willow Lodge care home in Reigate / Redhill offers care delivered through a household model, where people live together in smaller, close-knit home environments of around 9-12 people. In comfortable surroundings,... Read more

  • Older Person Care
  • Respite Care
  • Permanent Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Nursing Care
  • Residential Care
  • Mental Health Care
  • Dementia Nursing Care

EQ Care Group Reviews (167)

9.7

EQ Care Group has a Group Review Score of 9.7 (9.696) out of 10. The Group Review Score is calculated using the average from all locations with a Review Score, and in addition 75%+ of all locations belonging to EQ Care Group must have a Review Score.

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Review of Acer Lodge from Julie J (Friend of Resident) published on 16 July 2026 Submitted via Website
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The care home is fabulous. Welcoming, friendly staff, spotlessly clean. I love the lounge and dining/kitchen area, feels like being at home. Table settings are lovely. Bedrooms are spacious with fitted wardrobes and private en-suite. The care staff are very kind and empathetic. My friend always looks lovely when I visit. There is a great atmosphere in the home. Lots of daily activities for the residents to join in with. I would be very happy if I ever needed care, if I found myself at Acer Lodge, I can't say more than that.

Reply from Samantha Crawley, CEO at Acer Lodge

Thank you so much for such a wonderful review of Acer Lodge, the team will be thrilled to read this! It is so assuring to know that you would want to be at Acer Lodge if ever you were in need of care, thank you! S

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Review of Acer Lodge from Emma F (Daughter of Resident) published on 16 July 2026 Submitted via Website
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What a wonderful home and great care provided, mum stayed for 2 weeks respite and was welcomed with open arms, made to feel part of everything and so well looked after - a huge thankyou to everyone involved. After looking for respite care for some time, Acer lodge was recommended and didn't disappoint, from the welcome for mum, a lovely room, fabulous cleanliness throughout, food to suit every palate and plenty of snacks and treats to the amazing team who work there and are so brilliant. Can't thank and praise you enough ( and the entertainment with Tony is outstanding )

Reply from Samantha Crawley, CEO at Acer Lodge

Emma thank you ever so much for this truly special review of the home and the team. We agree Tony is outstanding!! The team will be so happy to read this, knowing how happy you and your Mam were with the stay with us. We look forward to welcoming you back in the future and in the meantime, we will be sure to invite you both to our fab events and groups at the home!

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Review of The Oaks from S L (Daughter of Resident) published on 9 July 2026 Submitted via Postal Card
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Overall experience very good, Staff are friendly and helpful
My Dad appears settled and well cared for.
Rooms are kept tidy and clean.

Everyone makes us feel welcome, and management keep us updated with information.

Reply from Samantha Crawley, CEO at The Oaks

Thanks ever so much for your lovely review we really appreciate it and the team will be thrilled to read this - thank you S

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Review of Acer Lodge from K C (Daughter of Resident) published on 30 June 2026 Submitted via Website
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Very happy with the care Acer Lodge other, my mum has gained another lease of life since she's been here. The entertainment and activities are excellent and my Mum enjoys them too. She also loves the food that is on other here which is cooked from fresh.

Reply from Samantha Crawley, CEO at Acer Lodge

Thank you so much for such a wonderful review, the team will be so pleased to see this. We love when family members take the time to write such lovely reviews, thank you!

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Review of The Maples from Marco I (Son of Resident) published on 30 June 2026 Submitted via Postal Card
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My mother has received excellent professional care during her stay at The Maples. Even more importantly she has always been treated with respect and consideration. She has been made to feel part of a community and has made friends with many of the staff. Thank you for your outstanding help in making my mother feel comfortable and valued.

Reply from Samantha Crawley, CEO at The Maples

Thank you so much for this wonderful review. The team will be thrilled to read this, we will ensure it is shared with them all. It is always so good when a family member takes the time to offer such great feedback. Thank you

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Review of Acer Lodge from J G (Daughter of Resident) published on 25 June 2026 Submitted via Website
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Lovely clean purpose built facility. The organised activities are very engaging and entertaining with excellent caring staff.When visiting if there are no activities I feel that sometimes there are too few staff in the day room to support all the residents needs or any confrontations when they occur.

Reply from Samantha Crawley, CEO at Acer Lodge

Thank you so much for taking the time to write this wonderful review! Thank you for your feedback regarding the lounges, we always have enough team members on duty, which has been noted in unannounced CB and LA inspection visits. Chris and the team will review deployment across the home.

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Review of The Oaks from G K (Son of Resident) published on 24 June 2026 Submitted via Postal Card
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Thank you for the dilligent care afforded to my parents (mom and step dad) since they came to you. Having them in a clean, safe new facility means alot. All the staff from the manager to all the service staff are to be commended for their friendly caring approach. As will all things in life, problems do occur but these have been dealt with expeditiously and caringly.

Reply from Lianne Sturmey, Home Manager at The Oaks

Thank you for your kind words, I will pass on your complements to the team.

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Review of Cedar Lodge from S P (Son of Resident) published on 23 June 2026 Submitted via Postal Card
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Terrific staff - the team were always super helpful, caring & cheerful. My mother was delighted with her stay for respite care. Lots of activities, great food and lovely rooms.

Reply from Julia Berry, Customer Focus Lead at Cedar Lodge
Hello
Thank you so much for your lovely feedback. It was such a joy to have her stay with us when you went on your travels.
Michelle our cook will be thrilled to hear she enjoyed our home cooked food and Suzy will be pleased she enjoyed our varied activities.
Please do come for a coffee when you are passing.
Warm Regards

Julia

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Review of Acer Lodge from M H (Brother-in-law of Resident) published on 23 June 2026 Submitted via Postal Card
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Been to the home to visit my sister-in-law many times. Found the staff lovely and helpful. Acer Lodge is very welcoming an clean. It's a pleasure to visit.

Reply from Samantha Crawley, CEO at Acer Lodge

Thank you so much for this wonderful review!! The team will be very happy to see this thank you S

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Review of Cedar Lodge from C F (Resident / Service User) published on 22 June 2026 Submitted via Website
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As well as being well designed, beautifully decorated and very homely, it also hosts a wonderful team of warm, caring, professional staff who respond promptly to any need or questions you would like addressing
All of the staff are truly amazing, but there are several stand out for their knowledge, compassion and compassionate - you never feel bad or that you are keeping them from other more important work. A big thank you to Maddie and Rhonna highly compassionate nurses, as well as Carmen the night nurse.
Finally, I would like to commend Claire the Home manager who does a tremendous job of running such a marvellous care home as well as being warm and available to clients - taking time to speak. My observations are that she is also very available to her Staff team - who all speak highly other.

20/20 from me!!!

Reply from Julia Berry, Customer Focus Lead at Cedar Lodge
Hello
Thank you so much for such a beautiful review. Our team will be delighted that you enjoyed your stay with us. I will of course pass on your comments to Claire our home manager and the nursing team that supported you. If you need us we will be here.
Warm Regards
Julia Berry
Customer Focus Lead

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Review of The Oaks from Colin S (Son of Resident) published on 15 June 2026 Submitted via Website
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Putting my mom into a care/Nursing home 2 days ago has not been easy and not knowing what to expect!
We as a family chose the Oaks from the reviews and location but still were worried.

But our fears were laid to rest from meeting firstly the lovely Manageress and Deputy Lianne and Jo, how loving and proud they are of the Home, then from the wonderful Rebecca on reception and Jayne at Admin not forgetting all the wonderful Team Members that were getting to know making so far my Moms stay relaxing and so enjoyable and most of all safe and looking after all her needs.

Reply from Lianne Sturmey, Home Manager at The Oaks

Thank you for your kind words, we are very proud of the home and all of our wonderful team members. We always stive to go above and beyond it is a comfort that we have been able to support you and your family through this very difficult time.

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Review of Acer Lodge from J H (Daughter of Resident) published on 27 May 2026 Submitted via Website
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My Dad was looked after very well at Acer Lodge. He had complex care needs which were met in full by the nurses and carers with sensitivity and kindness. When he became ill and needed end of life care the team were able to manage this with dignity and compassion. He died peacefully. The managers, nurses and care staff were always polite, attentive and addressed all the family's concerns. His room was very comfortable, private and well equiped. We were able to make it homely for him. He was very happy to be looked after in Acer Lodge.

Reply from Samantha Crawley, CEO at Acer Lodge

Thank you so much for sharing this feedback, the team at the home will be so happy to see this, knowing you and your Dad were supported during what was a very difficult time. Sincere condolences for your loss. We will share this feedback with the team, many thanks S

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Review of The Maples from John D (Respite Resident) published on 27 May 2026 Submitted via Postal Card
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Having spent 8 days in hospital I was taken to the Maples for nursing care. In every respect the staff were caring, nothing was too much trouble, and my personal needs were always top of the agenda.

I remain extremely grateful to everyone for their patience and care. Thank you.

Reply from Samantha Crawley, CEO at The Maples

Thank you so much for this review, the team will be delighted to see your feedback. We note food/drink received 3 stars, so will review this with the team too, to ensure our new chef has the opportunity to improve this in future feedback we receive. Thank you S

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Review of The Maples from Gemma L (Granddaughter of Resident) published on 19 May 2026 Submitted via Website
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I would like to share a heartfelt thank you and positive review for The Maples Care Home.
From the moment we arrived, it was clear that the staff truly care about the residents and go above and beyond in their roles. The kindness, patience, and respect shown every day does not go unnoticed.
I would especially like to highlight the staff's quick action when dealing with a recent medical concern. Although it was not an emergency, it was handled promptly, professionally, and with great care. This gave us real reassurance and showed how attentive and proactive the team are when it comes to residents' health and wellbeing.
The environment feels warm, welcoming, and supportive, which brings comfort not only to residents but also to their families. It's reassuring to know our loved ones are in such capable and compassionate hands.

Thank you to all the staff for your continued hard work and dedication-it truly makes a difference and is deeply appreciated.

Reply from Samantha Crawley, CEO at The Maples

Thank you so much for such a wonderful review of the hone and especially the team. They will be so happy to read this and to know that you have taken the time to write such a fantastic review. Many thanks S

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Review of The Rowans from Claire T (Daughter of Resident) published on 15 May 2026 Submitted via Postal Card
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I always find this home to be clean and very friendly. The care that is shown to my mum is so lovely and make us happy to know she is safe and well cared for. Your staff are a credit to the home and are always friendly and happy to talk too.

Reply from christopher durnan, Home Manager at The Rowans
Hi Claire
Thank you for your kind words, i will be sure to share with the team
thanks again

Chris

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Review of The Rowans from William C (Husband of Resident) published on 14 May 2026 Submitted via Postal Card
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I am satisfies.

Reply from christopher durnan, Home Manager at The Rowans

Thank you for taking the time to complete this review it is really appreciated.

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Review of The Rowans from Anne Y (Wife of Resident) published on 14 May 2026 Submitted via Postal Card
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The Rowans is a lovely place. Alway welcoming. Staff caring and friendly. Food is good with a nice variety. Residents rooms comfortable and always clean, including en suite. My only concern is when a resident has to go to hospital (not a pre arranged appointment) there seems no provision for them to accompanied by staff, only family members. Can be really difficult if they become aggitated or agressive.

Reply from christopher durnan, Home Manager at The Rowans
Thank you for your review, we really appreciate you taking the time to complete it.
With regards to hospital escorts, there are a number of specific reasons for this listed in our statement of purpose, I will forward you a copy today and I'm happy to catch up and discuss further. I will also add this to today's relatives meeting if you are available.
Kind regards

Chris

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Review of The Maples from Bryan F (Partner of Resident) published on 8 May 2026 Submitted via Postal Card
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I dident wont Eileen to go to a home, but when Eileen arrived at The Maples I was verry happy leaving Eileen with out me, because all the staff are verry careing peaple + genuwin the staff go above being carers and treated Eileen with love and respect and understanding Eileen needs. In my appinion it a fantastic home and I am pleased Eil can stay here.

Reply from Samantha Crawley, CEO at The Maples

Thank you so much Bryan for such a lovely review of the home - the team will be so pleased to read this. Many thanks S

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Review of Cedar Lodge from Sue A (Daughter of Resident) published on 6 May 2026 Submitted via Website
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My Father was a resident for the last eight months of his life. He was contented living in Cedar Lodge and enjoyed his interactions with the staff and other residents. My brother and I were always greeted warmly and nothing was too much trouble. His room was comfortable and spacious.
Dad enjoyed the meals in the dining room and the activities in the garden room with Suzy. He loved when Julie waved from outside his window in the mornings. Jerry was great at lifting the mood with a storey or a laugh. Dad was treated with kindness, consideration and respect. His nursing needs were met promptly and good decisions made in emergencies.

Our thanks to the staff, with special mention of Jerry, Julie, Carmen, Wmila, Rhoda and Jenny who facilitated my calls to Dad from afar.

Reply from Julia Berry, Customer Focus Lead at Cedar Lodge

Hello Sue

Thank you so much for taking the time to write such a thoughtful and heartfelt review.

It truly means a great deal to us all to hear about your fathers experience and to know that he felt comfortable, content and well cared for during his time with us. Our team will be very touched...  

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Review of Acer Lodge from K H (Daughter of Resident) published on 5 May 2026 Submitted via Website
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We really struggled when looking for a care home for Mum as we wanted somewhere that was aesthetically pleasing but also met mums needs. As Mum has Alzheimers she needed care but also constant company and entertaining. Acer Lodge in Blackburn was the only care home that we considered met all mums needs. The entertainment is second to none, more like being in a hotel rather than a care home! Tony is amazing when it comes to planning activities. The food is really good, home cooked and plenty of choice. And the staff are all welcoming and friendly. Mum is very settled and has even made her own group of friends, which is lovely to see. I would strongly recommend Acer Lodge Care Home, Blackburn to anyone.

Reply from Samantha Crawley, CEO at Acer Lodge

Thank you so much for writing this wonderful review. We truly appreciate you taking the time and the team will be so thrilled to read this! We agree - Tony is absolutely fab and a special member of our team, many thanks S

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Costs for care homes owned by EQ Care Group

Average costs per week for care homes owned by EQ Care Group by care type provided. The weekly fees are calculated using the starting price for self-funded care provided by EQ Care Group , based on 6 out of 6 settings.

Type of Care ProvidedAverage Weekly Cost
Residential Care£1,550
Residential Dementia Care£1,616
Nursing Care£1,625
Nursing Dementia Care£1,663
All Care Types£1,542

Keep in mind that fees can vary between providers and factors such as specific needs and individual requirements can affect costs. For more information on care home fees across the UK and advice on how to pay, see our care home fees guide.

Average costs per week for care homes owned by EQ Care Group by care type provided. The weekly fees are calculated using the starting price for self-funded care provided by EQ Care Group , based on 6 out of 6 settings.

Keep in mind that fees can vary between providers and factors such as specific needs and individual requirements can affect costs. For more information on care home fees across the UK and advice on how to pay, see our care home fees guide.

How many Care Homes does EQ Care Group own?

EQ Care Group own 6 Care Homes.

Which EQ Care Group Care Homes have the highest review score?

Cedar Lodge, Acer Lodge & The Rowans have the highest review score.

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