Loganberry Lodge

79/81 New Farm Road, Stanway, Colchester CO3 0PG
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9.8 140 Reviews
  • Loganberry Lodge, Colchester
Situated on the outskirts of Colchester in Stanway, Loganberry Lodge has excellent transport links to both the town and nearby amenities.

The Home surrounds a beautiful courtyard and many rooms lead onto this. Inside it is beautifully furnished with comfortable lounges, quiet visiting areas and a delightful sensory/relaxation room. The Home has been purpose built and all rooms have an en-suite. Meals are freshly prepared by the catering team to ensure a nutritious and balanced diet, which does include tempting cakes.

Care Provided

Primary Care Categories

  • Older Person Care
  • Dementia
  • Physical Disability
  • Visual / Hearing Impairment

Length of Stay

  • Permanent Care
  • Respite Care

Care Types Provided

  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • For a maximum of 143 Service Users

Dementia Care Types

  • Mild Dementia
  • Moderate Dementia

Other Care Provided

  • Palliative / End of Life Care
  • COPD/Pulmonary Disease
  • Convalescent Care
  • Acquired Brain Injury (ABI)

Facilities

  • Own Furniture if required
  • Pet Friendly (or by arrangement)
  • Close to Local shops
  • Near Public Transport
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair Access
  • Gardens
  • Bar/Café
  • Residents Kitchenette
  • Phone Point in own room
  • Television point in own room
  • Residents Internet Access

Funding & Fees

Weekly Charges per Person

  • Self-Funded Residential Care: £1250 – £1537
  • Self-Funded Residential Dementia Care: £1250 – £1537
  • RESPITE Self-Funded Residential Care: £1350 – £1637
  • RESPITE Self-Funded Residential Dementia Care: £1350 – £1637

These prices are only a guideline, please contact Loganberry Lodge to find out the exact price for your requirements.

Funding Types Accepted

  • Self Funding (Private)
  • Local Authority with Top Up
  • Local Authority
  • NHS Continuing Healthcare (CHC)

Good to Know

Person in charge

  • John Dunea (Home Manager)

Local Authority / Social Services

Admission Criteria

  • Admission is confirmed upon a satisfactory pre-admission assessment and confirmation that the needs of the potential resident can be met.
  • Ages 55+

Care Home Design/Build

  • Purpose Built: Yes
  • Last Refurbishment: 2021
  • Number of floors: 2

Room Information

  • Single Rooms (143)
  • Single Rooms with Ensuite Wet Room (3)

Visiting

  • Upon arriving at the home, please press the buzzer on the intercom. A member of staff will greet you shortly. The home kindly request that you sign the guestbook upon both arrival and departure. This helps maintain an accurate record of who is in the building.
    In the event of an emergency, please follow the designated safety protocols provided. Your cooperation ensures everyone's safety.

Parking

  • The home includes dedicated parking spaces.

9.8

Loganberry Lodge has a Review Score of 9.8 (9.841) out of 10, based on 28 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Loganberry Lodge has 140 reviews.

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Review from Robert T (Son of Resident) published on 4 May 2020 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
My mother seems quite content to be in your care as she realises that she cannot possibly live in her own home
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Review from Elizabeth D (Daughter of Resident) published on 1 May 2020 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My mother has been resident at Loganberry Lodge since 2011 and I have never found a single fault with the way they have taken care of her. The building is kept immaculately clean and the staff are friendly and helpful at all times.
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Review from Sharon G (Daughter of Resident) published on 20 April 2020 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
We looked at several care homes before dad moved into Loganberry Lodge. Straight away Loganberry 'felt right'. Staff stayed in touch during the transition from hospital to the home and were so helpful, it really made a difficult time a little easier. It's been incredibly hard with Covid 19 but I know
dad is being cared for - we can call him and he has called us. We are able to drop things (goodies) off for dad and we know he receives them. Dad has dementia but he is always happy when we talk to him. I can't wait until we are able to visit again, but it is reassuring to know that he is safe and happy while this awful virus is around. I can't thank Loganberry Lodge enough for looking after him.
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Review from Nicky R (Daughter of Resident) published on 25 March 2020 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
Out of 4 care home experiences, we like this one best.
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Review from J R (Friend of Resident) published on 25 February 2020 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Whenever I have visited Loganberry Lodge to see my friend, the staff were all so kind and caring to everyone.
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Review from P C (Friend of Resident) published on 24 February 2020 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I have been to see my friend twice since she has been in Loganberry Lodge. I must say both times that I have seen her she has been calm and she seems very happy. The staff take time to talk to her which they never did where she was before. So thank you all for looking after her.
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Review from Flavia K (Daughter of Resident) published on 20 February 2020 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Mum was only at Loganberry for approximately one month before she passed away but during that time mum was treated with dignity and genuine care for her well being. Nothing was too much trouble and you could see that staff genuinely cared for all the residents even those that could be difficult due
to their illness.
During that short period of time, I found the staff I interacted, which includes the home manager, to be very approachable and sympathetic both towards the resident and family needs. They went out of their way to ensure that mum received the right care and was placed in the appropriate area within the home that would best suit her. What more can you ask?
I cannot fault the care my mum received at Loganberry and I would recommend this home to anyone needing to place a loved one.
It's a lovely home, not only where bedrooms and common rooms were nicely decorated and very clean and the care provided is excellent.
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Review from Marcia Y (Niece of Resident) published on 20 January 2020 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
I cannot speak highly enough of the care my aunt receives - without exception every member of staff I have encountered has been polite, kind and caring. Everyone stops to speak and makes one feel very welcomed at the home. My aunt is always clean, tidy and cared for and, above all, safe. The only criticism
I have is that there is often a 'wee' smell outside her room in the corridor.
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Review from C D (Daughter of Resident) published on 15 January 2020 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
My mother has received the utmost care and attention, during this very stressful time. All the staff, including carers and admin, have been amazing.
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Review from D S (Relative of Resident) published on 13 January 2020 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Excellent caring staff. Welcoming environment. Personalised care.
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Review from C F (Wife of Resident) published on 24 December 2019 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My husband received the kindest care during his short time in Loganberry Lodge. He was treated with dignity and respect. Unfortunately, he passed away and had only been there just over a month, but the staff were very caring.
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Review from S N (Daughter of Resident) published on 17 December 2019 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
In general I was very happy with the care Mum received over the past eight years.
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Review from C Q (Son of Resident) published on 11 December 2019 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My mother was admitted to Loganberry Lodge after a long stay in hospital and was treated extremely well. We were very pleased with her care and are very grateful to them all.
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Review from H S (Daughter of Resident) published on 28 November 2019 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
All the staff were kind and helpful to the entire family, not only my mum. They helped with her convalescence and seemed to enjoy her progress.
Always light and bright with plenty to see. Meals were tasty, appetising and appropriate.
Thank you all very much.
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Review from C O (Daughter of Resident) published on 19 November 2019 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
Rooms are clean and tidy. Mum is kept looking well and clean. Sometimes more staff are needed.
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Review from D A (Daughter of Resident) published on 13 November 2019 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Since being at Loganberry, my mother has been a lot healthier as she now gets her meds regularly as assisted. Staff check she puts clean clothes on and her vascular dementia has got worse now so her legs are unsteady, staff remind her to use a frame as she forgets. The staff all go the extra mile to
ensure the residents are happy. Top staff and management team. My mum is in the best place for her needs now she is deteriorating. I am very happy with the service.
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Review from J R (Daughter of Resident) published on 25 October 2019 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Manager and staff are very personable and professional and keep me informed which is very important when you are unable to visit every day. Lovely and clean and mum has never eaten so much.
Of course, you want your loved ones to have as normal life as possible so activities are critical and they do
this well.
Mum seems happy and that's all you can hope for.
Thank you.
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Review from D W (Husband of Resident) published on 24 October 2019 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
During my wife's residence in Loganberry Lodge, we have found the home to be a well managed, safe and well-regulated environment. Suitable for the care and welfare of the residents.
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Review from M P (Friend of Resident) published on 12 August 2019 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
For such a large establishment, the overall cleanliness and appearance of the whole building are very impressive. I do feel, however, that more could be done as far as stimulating activities.
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Review from Jackie W (Daughter of Resident) published on 29 January 2019 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Loganberry Lodge has been my mum’s home since Dec ‘17. I’m so glad we picked this care home ...we know that she is safe, happy and well looked after by the amazing staff, not only in Lavender suite (although the manager and his staff deserve an extra mention...doing a brilliant job with patience, care
and understanding !) but throughout the home. I am always kept up to date with all aspects of mum’s life and any small issues are dealt with quickly and efficiently. It is reassuring to know that, when we are not there , mum is surrounded by a second ‘caring’ family . Thank you Loganberry Lodge you have created a friendly ,welcoming environment for your residents and their families/visitors....keep up the good work !
I would recommend without hesitation.
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Current Review Score: 9.8 (9.841)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.8 (9.841) out of 10 for Loganberry Lodge is based on a) the Average Rating and b) the number of positive Reviews.

  1. The Average Rating is 4.9 out of 5 from 28 Reviews in the last 24 months.
  2. The score for the number of positive Reviews is 5.0 out of 5 from 28 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:

  1. 5 Points are available for the Average Rating from all Reviews in the last 24 months. The Average Rating of 4.862 for Loganberry Lodge is calculated as follows: ( (282 Excellents x 5) + (41 Goods x 4) + (2 Satisfactorys x 3) ) ÷ 325 Ratings = 4.862
  2. 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 4.979 Points relating to the number of positive Reviews for Loganberry Lodge is based on 28 positive Reviews in the last 24 months and is calculated as per below:

    The 5 points available are broken down as follows:

    1. 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
    2. 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 143 registered maximum number of service users is 28.6. 28 Positive Reviews ÷ 28.6 = 0.979
  3. When a Review is submitted by someone who has previously submitted a Review, only the latest Review will count towards the Review Score.
  4. If a Care Home does not have a review in the last 24 months, then it will not have a Review Score.

Regulatory Rating

Care Quality Commission (CQC) Rating

Date: 21 Sep 2022

Overall Requires improvement

  • Caring Good
  • Effective Requires improvement
  • Responsive Good
  • Safe Good
  • Well-led Requires improvement
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Meet the Team (6)

John

John Dunea

Job Title: Care Home Manager Joined: 2009

Hello, my name is John Dunea, and I am the Loganberry Lodge Care Home Manager. I would like to welcome you to our home. We are a large care home in Colchester with 141 bedrooms, nicely situated over several homely units. We have a café and lounges for residents to relax in with relatives and friends. We deliver quality care to older people, those who live with dementia, and those with more complex needs. Our dedicated carers have accumulated many years of experience, including myself; I have worked in Loganberry Lodge for twelve years, please feel free to visit at any time. Myself and my staff welcome you to Loganberry Lodge.

Ella

Ella Arhip

Job Title: Deputy Manager Joined: 2010

My name is Ella Arhip, and I have over 14 years of dedicated service at Runwood Homes, including more than 12 years at Loganberry Lodge. I have built a career committed to delivering exceptional care and support to our residents. I began my journey as a Care Assistant, progressed to Care Team Leader, and later embraced the challenge of becoming Deputy Manager at a sister home.
I returned to Loganberry Lodge to provide maternity cover for the Administrator role, after which I was delighted to accept the position of Deputy Manager. Working in such a warm and supportive environment, alongside a dedicated team, inspires me every day to provide the highest quality of care, enhance our residents’ well-being, and bring a smile to their faces.
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Oana

Oana Dunea

Job Title: Deputy Manager Joined: 2011

My name is Oana Dunea, and I am the Deputy Manager at Loganberry Lodge.


I have proudly been part of the Loganberry team for over 13 years, during which I’ve experienced a truly rewarding journey. I initially started as a care assistant, working both day and night shifts, before progressing to the role of care team leader. This allowed me to further develop my skills in both care and leadership.


Each day at Loganberry Lodge has brought its unique challenges, but through collaboration and continuous learning, we have always strived as a team to improve and ensure the well-being of our residents. Along this journey, there have been many moments of joy, laughter, and difficult times.


Over the years, I’ve worked with various home and deputy managers, each of whom has provided support and valuable insights. I have also completed numerous specialised training courses, including an NVQ Level 3, which has been instrumental in my personal and professional growth.


In July 2023, I stepped into the role of second deputy manager at Loganberry Lodge. This position has brought new responsibilities and challenges but also great achievements, all made possible by our staff's dedication and hard work.


I am incredibly proud of what Loganberry Lodge represents—a true family that includes our staff, residents, and their families. Together, we continue to create a caring and supportive environment where everyone feels valued.

Ann

Ann White

Job Title: Lifestyle Co-Ordinator Joined: 2013

My name is Ann White, and I am proud to have been part of the Loganberry Lodge team for over 15 years. I began my journey as an Activity Coordinator, building meaningful connections with residents through engaging programs and activities. I later transitioned to the role of Receptionist, where I managed calls, welcomed visitors, and supported the smooth operation of the front desk.
My heart has always been with the residents, and I am delighted to now be serving once again as Lifestyle Coordinator. I truly enjoy my daily interactions with residents and their families, and I am committed to creating a warm, welcoming environment while providing enriching experiences that enhance life at Loganberry Lodge.

Krystine

Krystine Boobyer

Job Title: Home Admisnistrator Joined: 2017

I've worked as an administrator for 8 years at Loganberry Lodge.
No day is the same at Loganberry Lodge. Every day is different. Since I manage some of the residents' finances, I get to meet most of their relatives and friends.


I ensure that all administrative duties associated with the care home are performed effectively and in a timely manner. I provide any clerical support to the management team when they request or require it.

Ana

Ana Craciun

Job Title: receptionist Joined: 2014

Hello,
My name is Ana, and I have worked for Loganberry Lodge since 2014. During this time, I have held various job positions in the company. I am happy to work and support our staff, residents, and families.
In July, I took the receptionist job. As a receptionist, I assist with enquiries and answer the telephone.
I also ensure that attendance at both mandatory and required training courses is met so that skills, Knowledge, and competency levels are maintained to carry out the role efficiently and effectively.

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