Minchenden Lodge provides a homely atmosphere with friendly and qualified care staff, to suit a range of personal needs in an expert and satisfying manner while also supporting independent and flexible lifestyles. It is an historic property, retaining much of its original character, while being thoughtfully re-designed with accessibility in mind.
Constructed on the site of Minchington Hall, which was built by the Earl of Chandos in the 17th century, Minchenden...
Minchenden Lodge provides a homely atmosphere with friendly and qualified care staff, to suit a range of personal needs in an expert and satisfying manner while also supporting independent and flexible lifestyles. It is an historic property, retaining much of its original character, while being thoughtfully re-designed with accessibility in mind.
Constructed on the site of Minchington Hall, which was built by the Earl of Chandos in the 17th century, Minchenden Lodge was converted to a residential care home in the early 1970s by Scimitar Care Hotels – making Minchenden Lodge the very first “Care Hotel” in the United Kingdom, and pioneering the concept. Today, the home is registered for 25 residents, has an “Outstanding” rating from the CQC (October 2019), and is located between the old village green and Southgate tube station - yet for all its proximity to Southgate’s transport links, local shopping and amenities, it is situated in a secluded and exclusive corner of the area.
Carers pride themselves on an efficient service, taking the medication and nutritional needs of residents seriously and offering a comprehensive activities programme.
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Minchenden Lodge has a Review Score of 9.2 (9.153) out of 10, based on 4 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Minchenden Lodge has 59 reviews.
Absolutely amazing staff member! Met Vjay (Care Coordinator) while visiting a friend and he really stood out. You can tell he genuinely cares and goes above and beyond for the residents. Well done Vjay
Absolutely amazing staff member! Met Vjay (Care Coordinator) while visiting a friend and he really stood out. You can tell he genuinely cares and goes above and beyond for the residents. Well done Vjay
Hi Laura, thank you so much for your review and positive remarks about Vijay. It's always lovely to hear good things about our staff, as it motivates all of us to keep working to the highest standards. I'll share your kind words with Vijay and the team; I know they'll be thrilled!
After the passing of my Aunt, I felt the need to record our positive experiences that she and her family received from Minchenden Lodge . She arrived in 2008, and died on January 25th, aged 100 years and 4 months. In the time she lived there, she received the utmost care and attention, living a...
Our family would like to thank all the staff at Minchenden Lodge for the best life she could have had in her twilight years. Maybe that is why she stuck around for so long.
It was a privilege to care for her during her many years at Minchenden Lodge, and she will be fondly remembered by our team. Your kind words...
Thank you Brony for sharing such a moving review. We were deeply saddened by your aunt's passing and send our heartfelt condolences to you and your family.Thank you again for taking the time to share your memories.
On entering the home, the staff are always friendly, you are met with a smile, it is always clean and smells nice. My uncle age 91 has been here since mid April and is very happy. He tells me the staff are wonderful, cannot do enough for him. The food is marvelous and he feels well looked after. He...
Its always lovely to go and see him so settled and happy.
Thank you so much for your lovely feedback. We're delighted to hear your uncle is happy, comfortable, and well cared for. It truly means a lot to us. It's always a pleasure to welcome you, and we're so pleased he feels at home here. Your words will be shared with the team!
I turn up lots of different times of the day and every time there is something going on and the...
could be a difficult visit a pleasure
I was concerned about how my mother would settle into a care home but the whole process was handled very professionally in a caring way and she settled in quickly. Her room was freshly decorated to a high standard and is homely and comfortable. The standard of care is very high at Minchenden Lodge...
There is also good access to healthcare professionals which is reassuring. I have complete confidence in the care my mother is receiving at Minchenden Lodge and I now don't have to worry about her at all.
Thank you so much for taking the time to provide such a detailed review of our service; we really appreciate it! It is lovely to hear how well your mother has settled into the Minchenden community and to know that your worries about her going into care have been alleviated.
The home is very personable. Great, clean, good food and carers are excellent. They refurbished Mum's room beautifully. I have nothing but compliments to all at Minchenden Lodge, and it's a great comfort knowing Mum is being looked after.
The home is very personable. Great, clean, good food and carers are excellent. They refurbished Mum's room beautifully. I have nothing but compliments to all at Minchenden Lodge, and it's a great comfort knowing Mum is being looked after.
Thank you for your review. It has been a pleasure to support your mother and also observe her engaging with our team and wonderful residents. We value your feedback and will be sharing it with our team. Please do contact Minchenden Lodge if you need any future support our door is always open. Thank you.
The manager and her deputies lead with a calm and genuinely caring disposition, and...
The manager and her deputies lead with a calm and genuinely caring disposition, and this filters down the whole team who seem to get on well and be happy in what can be a very demanding and not always easy job.
Thank you very much for your lovely feedback. It is our best satisfaction when we hear from our residents and their relatives how good the service and support we provide is at Minchenden. Thank you again.
Our mum's room is small but has everything needed including a mat with a pressure sensor and big windows which the sun shines through in the...
From the top down, Minchenden Lodge is a genuinely kind and caring establishment.
Thank you, Patricia, for your feedback. We will continue as a team to work closely with you and your mum, making sure she receives personalised quality care. I will share your feedback with the team.
My aunt moved to Minchenden Lodge at a difficult time in her life. The team made her and her family very welcome and showed her excellent care, support and dignity. The positive attitude and kindness of the staff team made her time there enjoyable. Thank you.
My aunt moved to Minchenden Lodge at a difficult time in her life. The team made her and her family very welcome and showed her excellent care, support and dignity. The positive attitude and kindness of the staff team made her time there enjoyable. Thank you.
Thank you, Anne, for your kind words. I will relay your message to the team. It was truly a pleasure to have the opportunity to care for and look after your aunt during the brief time we spent together.
My wife recently had two weeks of respite care at Minchenden Lodge. From the warm and friendly greetings on arrival to the hugs (and kiss!) on departure, the whole experience was excellent. Staff and managers, everyone made her feel welcome, and all were attentive, caring and professional at all...
My wife recently had two weeks of respite care at Minchenden Lodge. From the warm and friendly greetings on arrival to the hugs (and kiss!) on departure, the whole experience was excellent. Staff and managers, everyone made her feel welcome, and all were attentive, caring and professional at all times. Thank you so much, Minchenden Lodge.
Thank you, Howard, for your kind words. We truly appreciate having had the pleasure of having her with us. She is incredibly kind and always greets with a smile. The entire staff were saddened by her departure. Please know that she is always welcome back at Minchenden Lodge.
My father was a resident at The Lodge for approximately a year and a half and sadly passed away recently. He was physically disabled as well as having Frontal Temporal dementia. No matter morning or evening; whenever I would visit Dad I found him well looked after and surrounded by supportive...
My father was a resident at The Lodge for approximately a year and a half and sadly passed away recently. He was physically disabled as well as having Frontal Temporal dementia. No matter morning or evening; whenever I would visit Dad I found him well looked after and surrounded by supportive staff. They ensured that his halal diet was catered for and as his medical needs escalated, staff and the new manager worked hard to keep the family informed of the next steps. We have seen the staff act in emergency situations as well as the day-to-day running of this Lodge and will always be grateful for the professional and exceptional care given with kindness that Dad received in the last year of his life. The Lodge feels homely, not just because of the small number of residents and décor but because all staff are committed to providing an environment where the dignity of the residents is a priority. And they do so with a smile. Keep it up!
Thank you so much for sharing your wonderful feedback. It was truly a pleasure to care for your dad, a true gentleman. We take immense pride in providing high-quality care and facilities to positively impact our residents. Your kind words mean a lot to us, and I will make sure to share them with...
Thank you so much for sharing your wonderful feedback. It was truly a pleasure to care for your dad, a true gentleman. We take immense pride in providing high-quality care and facilities to positively impact our residents. Your kind words mean a lot to us, and I will make sure to share them with the staff. Your dad is dearly missed at Minchenden Lodge. Thank you once again for your lovely comments.
I am really happy with the care my father receives and feel lucky that he has found somewhere as great as Minchenden Lodge. The Manager and staff really seem to know and understand my father and make so much effort to involve him in activities that he enjoys. He only has very positive things to say...
All the staff are very familiar and seem to make a great team.
Thank you for your kind words and recognition of the team at Minchenden Lodge where your father is cared for. We would like to thank you for your words of kindness which are very much appreciated. Individual care of our residents is of utmost importance to us. We aim to support you throughout this time. The team will be delighted to hear your feedback.
I am extremely happy with Mum's care, the staff go above and beyond and always with a smile on their face! Mum is always well presented and I cannot praise the staff highly enough! The food looks fantastic and a wide range of activities are on offer.
I am extremely happy with Mum's care, the staff go above and beyond and always with a smile on their face! Mum is always well presented and I cannot praise the staff highly enough! The food looks fantastic and a wide range of activities are on offer.
Thank you, Caroline, for your kind words. It's a pleasure to care for Mum, she always has a smile on her face and maintains positive relationships with everyone.
The manager and staff are very helpful to my relative and the wider family, we couldn't ask for more.
The manager and staff are very helpful to my relative and the wider family, we couldn't ask for more.
Thank you for taking the time to leave us a review, your positive comments are greatly received by all of us, it has been an absolute privilege to care for your uncle. Many thanks.
My dad moved to Minchenden Lodge in May last year as he has advanced Alzheimer’s. I’ve been really happy with the quality of care he’s received, particularly under the care of the current manager. Despite his health problems, Dad is in good spirits and is well looked after. The home provides...
The team are very attentive, making sure Dad gets the best support possible. They give each resident a key worker who pays special attention to the resident they support. They keep in touch with me regularly and let me know if there’s any change in Dad’s health or anything that is needed to make his life more comfortable. I’ve noticed that there doesn’t seem to be much turnover in staff, which I think is always a good sign.
We are happy to be able to support Dad at Michenden Lodge and we are pleased to hear that he is happy here.
My mum has been at Minchenden Lodge Care Home now for just over a year. Her dementia makes it extremely difficult for her to express her needs and preferences but the staff at the Lodge make every effort to ensure she is comfortable and well cared for. She is always well presented which is...
The room and communal areas are always very clean and bright.
We...
Thank you for your positive feedback! We appreciate your kind words about your mum's experience at Minchenden Lodge Care Home. Our dedicated staff always strives to ensure the comfort and well-being of our residents, especially those with dementia who may have difficulty expressing their needs.Thank you once again for your feedback and for trusting us with your mum's care.
My overall impressions are of a good and friendly atmosphere when visiting the home. The staff really do care about the residents’ welfare and do their very best in what must at times be difficult and trying circumstances. The rooms are spotless and the food is of a high standard. Well done to you...
My overall impressions are of a good and friendly atmosphere when visiting the home. The staff really do care about the residents’ welfare and do their very best in what must at times be difficult and trying circumstances. The rooms are spotless and the food is of a high standard. Well done to you all.
Thank you for taking the time to share your positive impressions of our care home. We're delighted to hear that you experienced a good and friendly atmosphere during your visits. Our dedicated staff genuinely cares about the welfare of our residents and strives to provide the best care possible,...
Thank you for taking the time to share your positive impressions of our care home. We're delighted to hear that you experienced a good and friendly atmosphere during your visits. Our dedicated staff genuinely cares about the welfare of our residents and strives to provide the best care possible, even in challenging circumstances. It's fantastic to know that you found our rooms to be spotless and the food to be of a high standard. Your kind words are greatly appreciated, and we will continue to work hard to maintain our standards.
The staff are kind, caring and understanding of our resident's needs. If she doesn't always appreciate the care, this is the result of her condition, not a reflection on the quality of the care. The room is delightful. I think our resident finds some of the activities and events not worthy of her...
All in all, our resident is in the best possible place in which to spend her last years. Thank you, Minchenden Lodge.
Thank you for your kind words and understanding. We appreciate your acknowledgement of our staff's kindness and the excellent services provided. We value your feedback and continuously strive to create a delightful experience for all residents. Your appreciation means the world to us.
I have only the highest praise for Minchenden Lodge.
Mum has advanced dementia and is no longer able to live independently. She was initially reluctant to move out but settled in at the lodge as soon as she arrived. She's now been a resident for two years. To her, the lodge is now ‘home’....
I have only the highest praise for Minchenden Lodge.
Mum has advanced dementia and is no longer able to live independently. She was initially reluctant to move out but settled in at the lodge as soon as she arrived. She's now been a resident for two years. To her, the lodge is now ‘home’.
The manager and staff are hard-working, professional, kind, empathetic, proactive and flexible. As this is a ‘medium-size’ care home, there’s an intimate, ‘family’ atmosphere here that you don’t always find in the larger chain facilities.
I’ve always been struck by how much the lodge staff really do ‘know’ my mother – in terms of her personality, likes and dislikes, specific needs and wants. Again, with some other larger homes you can find the staff turnover and rotation so great that they sometimes hardly seem to know their own residents.
As her son, with lasting power of attorney for all of Mum’s affairs, it’s given me huge peace of mind to know Mum is in good hands at Minchenden Lodge.
Thank you for taking the time to leave us a review. We are absolutely delighted with your comments and the management and staff are equally thrilled to have the dedication and commitment they provide acknowledged so concisely. We can only thank you again for your praise and we all look forward to seeing you again soon.
I'd like to thank all staff at Minchenden Lodge for looking after my uncle and making his stay so happy, friendly and respectful and for providing such a caring, professional and loving home for him. Staff always go over and above to put residents first and they reach out to engage with all...
I'd like to thank all staff at Minchenden Lodge for looking after my uncle and making his stay so happy, friendly and respectful and for providing such a caring, professional and loving home for him. Staff always go over and above to put residents first and they reach out to engage with all residents, their families and representatives even more so during the recent challenges. I'd personally recommend Minchenden Lodge to anyone who's considering a care home with a loving, friendly and professional environment and a great mix of residents.
Thank you for taking the time to leave us a review, your positive comments are greatly received by both management and staff and it has been an absolute privilege to care for your uncle. Many thanks once again.
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Kemisha’s career in care began in 2010 as a team leader while working as a childcare assistant. Over the years, she transitioned to roles of...
Kemisha’s career in care began in 2010 as a team leader while working as a childcare assistant. Over the years, she transitioned to roles of increasing responsibility, including senior carer and care coordinator at various facilities, before her most recent role as Deputy Manager at Woodbury Manor. Kemisha’s journey in care demonstrates her strong dedication and growth within the field. With a solid foundation, her career path reflects her commitment to leadership and excellence in care. Her aspiration to continue growing as a leader shows her focus on providing high-quality care for those she serves as Manager of Minchenden Lodge.
Minette Dzaba holds a diploma in Business Studies, which she completed before a life-changing event redirected her career path. When her father...
Minette Dzaba holds a diploma in Business Studies, which she completed before a life-changing event redirected her career path. When her father became seriously ill and required a wheelchair, Minette assumed the role of his primary caregiver. This experience deeply inspired her to pursue a career in the care industry. She now holds an NVQ Level 4 qualification.
Minette is known for her patience, kindness, and unwavering dedication to meeting the needs of others. She thrives in team environments and has nearly fifteen years of experience working with individuals with learning disabilities and the elderly, both in care homes and private residences. Throughout her career, Minette has steadily advanced, and she currently serves as the Deputy Manager at Minchenden Lodge.
Older Person Care, Dementia, Visual / Hearing Impairment are the registered (by the Care Quality Commission) categories of Care.
There are 17 Single Rooms and 4 Couples/Companion Rooms.
Own Furniture if required, Pet Friendly (or by arrangement), Smoking not permitted, Close to Local shops, Near Public Transport, Lift, Wheelchair Access, Gardens, Phone Point in own room, Television point in own room, Residents Internet Access are some of the Facilities & Services.
8.7 mile(s) as the crow flies, distance by road may be significantly further.
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