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At any Runwood Home carers pride themselves on providing...
Care Provided by Redbond Lodge
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 83 Service Users
Dementia Care TypesMild Dementia
Someone living with our definition of "mild dementia" might experience some or all of the following:
- Memory problems such as misplacing items and not be able to recall recent events (however, in some forms of dementia a person's memory may be unchanged)
- Difficulties thinking through problems and planning, making decisions
- Language and communication issues such as finding it difficult to recall the appropriate word in a conversation or following a conversation
- Poor orientation, getting lost in areas previously familiar to them
- Difficulty judging distances (more falls than usual)
- Changes in their normal mood including anxiety and depression
- In certain types of dementia, personality and behaviour changes may be present alongside or instead of issues with memory or concentration.
Moderate Dementia
Someone living with our definition of "moderate dementia" might experience some or all of the following:
- Worsened memory problems. Not always recognising own family members and friends. Repeating the same questions over and over again
- Worsened language and communication issues, forgetting what they are saying mid-sentence. Not being able to understand what someone else is saying
- More frequent confusion, e.g. about the time of day or where they are, including their own home
- Apathy, depression and anxiety
- Believing things that aren't true (paranoia)
- Frequent hallucinations
- Lack of emotional control, quick to anger, fearfulness, sadness
- Loss of inhibition
- Difficulties sleeping or waking during the night and behaving as though it is daytime - loss of circadian rhythm.
Advanced Dementia
Someone living with our definition of "severe dementia" might experience some or all of the following:
- Severe memory problems. Not recognising family members and friends. Not being able to recall their own name
- Severe language and communication issues, not being able to understand what someone else is saying
- Severe confusion, e.g. about the time of day or where they are, including their own home
- Apathy, depression and anxiety
- Believing things that aren't true (paranoia)
- Frequent hallucinations
- Lack of emotional control, quick to anger, fearfulness, sadness
- Loss of inhibition
- Difficulties sleeping or waking during the night and behaving as though it is daytime - loss of circadian rhythm.
Verbally or physically aggressive behaviour
If your loved one displays this type of behaviour you may need a care home that has specially trained staff. Verbal/physical aggression is often defined:
- Consistent shouting and screaming
- Verbal abuse
- Physical abuse
How we define Dementia Care Types
Mild Dementia
Someone living with our definition of "mild dementia" might experience some or all of the following:
- Memory problems such as misplacing items and not be able to recall recent events (however, in some forms of dementia a person's memory may be unchanged)
- Difficulties thinking through problems and planning, making decisions
- Language and communication issues such as finding it difficult to recall the appropriate word in a conversation or following a conversation
- Poor orientation, getting lost in areas previously familiar to them
- Difficulty judging distances (more falls than usual)
- Changes in their normal mood including anxiety and depression
- In certain types of dementia, personality and behaviour changes may be present alongside or instead of issues with memory or concentration.
Moderate Dementia
Someone living with our definition of "moderate dementia" might experience some or all of the following:
- Worsened memory problems. Not always recognising own family members and friends. Repeating the same questions over and over again
- Worsened language and communication issues, forgetting what they are saying mid-sentence. Not being able to understand what someone else is saying
- More frequent confusion, e.g. about the time of day or where they are, including their own home
- Apathy, depression and anxiety
- Believing things that aren't true (paranoia)
- Frequent hallucinations
- Lack of emotional control, quick to anger, fearfulness, sadness
- Loss of inhibition
- Difficulties sleeping or waking during the night and behaving as though it is daytime - loss of circadian rhythm.
Advanced Dementia
Someone living with our definition of "severe dementia" might experience some or all of the following:
- Severe memory problems. Not recognising family members and friends. Not being able to recall their own name
- Severe language and communication issues, not being able to understand what someone else is saying
- Severe confusion, e.g. about the time of day or where they are, including their own home
- Apathy, depression and anxiety
- Believing things that aren't true (paranoia)
- Frequent hallucinations
- Lack of emotional control, quick to anger, fearfulness, sadness
- Loss of inhibition
- Difficulties sleeping or waking during the night and behaving as though it is daytime - loss of circadian rhythm.
Verbally or physically aggressive behaviour
If your loved one displays this type of behaviour you may need a care home that has specially trained staff. Verbal/physical aggression is often defined:
- Consistent shouting and screaming
- Verbal abuse
- Physical abuse
How we define Dementia Care Types
- Mild Dementia
- Moderate Dementia
Other Care Provided
- Palliative / End of Life Care
- Convalescent Care
Facilities
- Own Furniture if required
- Pet Friendly (or by arrangement)
- Smoking not permitted
- Close to Local shops
- Near Public Transport
- Lift
- Wheelchair Access
- Gardens
- Television point in own room
- Residents Internet Access
Funding & Fees
Weekly Charges per Person
The price(s) shown are provided by the care home. Contact Redbond Lodge for full pricing details and T&Cs.
Contact Redbond Lodge to confirm what's included and get a personalised quote:
Funding Types Accepted
- Self-Funding (Private)
- Local Authority with Top-up
- Local Authority
- NHS Continuing Healthcare (CHC)
Good to Know
Group / Owner
- Runwood Homes Ltd
- Private Owned
Person in charge
- Racquel Cruz(Home Manager)
Local Authority / Social Services
Admission Information
- Ages 65+
Care Home Design/Build
- Purpose Built: Yes
- Last Refurbishment: 2005
- Number of floors: 2
Room Information
- Single Rooms (81)
- Couples/Companion Rooms (1)
- Single Rooms with ensuite Wet Room (13)
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.
Redbond Lodge Reviews (126)
Redbond Lodge has a Review Score of 9.9 (9.887) out of 10, based on 29 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Redbond Lodge has 126 reviews.
From the first day that she came to home we have been really happy with her care. The staff are very caring and I know if there any problems they let me know straight away. We have no worries as we know she is being looked after. I would definitely recommend Redbond Lodge they really look after and care.
Thank you so much for your kind words, it's a pleasure to be able to support and look after your parent'.
The care here is professional and they respond promptly whenever help is needed. The food is nutritious and served on time. I highly recommend it to others.
I wanted to take a moment to express our sincere gratitude for the wonderful review you recently left for us. Your kind words truly mean a lot to us and serve as a great source of motivation.I would like to assure you that your feedback has been shared with the entire team, and it has been received...
We are very happy with the care & attention given to Mum - she is being looked after very well. Room is bright & airy & always clean & tidy.
Thank you for your lovely review, we're so happy to see how far your mother has come with both her physical and mental wellbeing and it's an honour to have helped her on this journey. It's wonderful to hear that you are happy at Redbond Lodge.
We are very pleased with the care our friend receives. All the staff are very helpful and make you welcome. Her room is always clean. Our friend is always clean. Staff are all caring always.
Thank you for taking the time to leave us such a lovely review, On behalf of Redbond Lodge team we're happy to hear that your friend's received a great care at Redbond Lodge. I will pass on your kind comments to the whole team.
When my brother came here, he was very poorly. The care he has received has been so kind, and he is so much better. The staff here are so caring, and I cannot thank them enough. When I leave, I know my brother is safe and well cared for. You are amazing. Thank you.
Thank you for sharing your positive feedback about Redbond Lodge. We're delighted to hear that your brother has received great care from our team and it's wonderful to know that your experience reflects this commitment.
The staff were caring, efficient and friendly and I was well looked after, which helped me so much on my road to recovery.
Thank you and happy new year.
Thank you for taking time to give us feedback on our service. We are delighted to hear that your has settled well.
Our Mum was at Redbond Lodge for just over a year until she died recently. After not being able to look after herself at her previous accommodation due to health issues, her goal was to get to Redbond Lodge, where she finally got to. Every time I visited my Mum, all the staff were kind, courteous, considerate and helpful towards my mother. Once Mum settled in, due mainly to all the friendly and helpful staff, she really enjoyed her stay at Redbond Lodge, with the various activities and days out, making some new friends and meeting up with some old ones. The accommodation was always clean and tidy and I cannot praise all the staff highly enough, they all do a brilliant job. Thank you all for looking after our Mum.
Dear Family, Thank you for taking the time to review Redbond Lodge and for your amazing positive feedback. Your feedback is truly invaluable to us and Redbond team who go over and above the standards in order to provide high standard of care. It was a pleasure looking after your mum. I will pass...
I wanted to write to thank you and your team for all the wonderful care you gave mum during her time at Redbond Lodge. During her stay mum was particularly taken with the staff. She was always complimentary about them. Mum loved the activities that the life style co-ordinator put on for the residents. She also loved the external trips, particularly Clacton and Meadowcroft Christmas market. I'd like to thank you from the bottom of my heart for all the love, care, respect and dignity shown to mum during her time with you.
Thank you for your kind words and for sharing this heartfelt feedback. It was a true privilege to care for your mother and to ensure she felt comfortable, loved and at home here at Redbond Lodge. Knowing that she had respect and affection for our team means so much to us. Thank you again for...
I was very impressed with the quality and the care within the home. Mum received excellent care, and many of the staff went over and above in their care, especially Mum's key carer. Thanks again to all.
We are grateful and appreciate your kind words. Thank you for taking the time to provide us with this lovely review. The team at Redbond Lodge will continue to provide the best care possible to our residents.
Care has been excellent, lovely staff, lovely room, very satisfied.
Thank you for taking the time to leave such a thoughtful review about Redbond Lodge. On behalf of Redbond team Thank you and we're so pleased to hear about your experience and will ensure we are sharing this with the team.
From the first day of residence, my mum and I have had a good experience with Redbond Lodge and all its staff, including the kitchen. We have been fully updated with COVID jabs, doctor appointments, Mum's health overall and moving rooms in her best interest. Mum is also able to phone me with assistance if gets upset. I have recommended Redbond Lodge to other people as excellent.
Hi, thank you for taking the time to review our service, and we appreciate your feedback. We are very pleased that your mum is happily living at our home. On behalf of the Redbond team. Thank you again, and I will pass on your lovely compliments to the team. Kind regards.
My mum moved into Redbond Lodge in January 2024. The staff have been amazing in helping her settle in at a difficult time for the family. Mum cannot fault the staff. She is very satisfied with Redbond. She has enjoyed the activities, loved the live entertainment and the food is very good. Mum has a gluten-free diet which has been taken care of. I would recommend Redbond, it is a very friendly and homely environment for residents.
During the time my wife has been a resident of Redbond Lodge I have been greatly impressed with the warm and friendly interaction between residents and every level of management and staff. I know how difficult it has been for me to deal with my wife's wishes and needs but the smooth and friendly way adopted at Redbond Lodge has been an education to me. It also explains why so many past retired staff members are proud to be associated with the place. I would like to congratulate everyone involved in achieving such a remarkably successful community spirit and long may it continue.
Thank you so much for your kind words. We really appreciate your feedback which we will share with the team. We are so pleased that your wife have settled well.
I know my mum was a wonderful lady, I am so pleased you all got to know her that way too.
Thank you from the bottom of my heart.
Thank you for taking the time to review Redbond Lodge and for your amazing and lovely 5-star rating. Your feedback is truly invaluable to us and Redbond team who go over and above the standards in order to provide high standard of care. I will pass your kind words onto the rest of the team. Again, Thank you so much from the bottom of our hearts. Kind regards, Racquel
The home is always clean and tidy.
All the residents seem happy, including Mum.
Thank you so much for the time to leave us a lovely review. Your kind comments are highly appreciated and important to us here at Redbond Lodge. Best regards.
The care home is beautifully decorated and clean. The care staff are all very caring and courteous towards residents and family, always willing to talk and discuss any needs of their loved ones.
We are very grateful to hear your feedback about the team at Redbond Lodge. Thank you so much for taking the time to review our home.
My mum is always very happy when we arrive and has her favourite spots to sit in. The home is bright, airy and all staff are so welcoming and happy. The gardens are lovely. We've just finished eating a very nice dinner with Mum. The staff are all so friendly, family-orientated and have a great sense of humour. Nothing is too much trouble. Thank you so much for all your care.
Thank you so much for your kind words. We really appreciate your feedback which we will share with the team.
My dad has been at the home since 2019. He has been looked after very well, and the family think the home is perfect for him. He is always treated with dignity and the food and care are great.
Thank you so much. On behalf of the Redbond team, we appreciate you taking the time to write this positive review, and we view your dad as part of the family. Kind regards.
When you walk in the door at Redbond Lodge, it is so clean and welcoming. The management and staff are friendly, kind and caring. There are plenty of activities to get involved in if you want to. All the residents are extremely well cared for and there is no better place for Mum to be.
Thank you for your lovely review. It is indeed a pleasure to read positive reviews from family. The staff, who always give their utmost best to look after the residents, are very pleased. Redbond team will continue to strive to keep the standard higher and higher. Kind regards, Home Manager.
My mother has been living with you at Redbond Lodge for the last 3 years. Each time we visit the home we are extremely impressed with the pleasant atmosphere. All the staff are friendly and welcoming and the home itself is very clean and nicely presented. My mother recently celebrated a very big birthday and the staff at Redbond made sure to make her feel special on her big day.
Thank you for your review. We are pleased that your mum has settled in so quickly after her move from the hospital. She is much more relaxed and peaceful. She celebrated her 100 years old with other staff and residents and she was so pleased and happy that day.
Regulatory Rating
Care Quality Commission (CQC) Rating
Date: 12 October 2017Good
- CaringGood
- EffectiveGood
- ResponsiveGood
- SafeGood
- Well-ledGood
Inspection ratings
We rate most services according to how safe, effective, caring, responsive and well-led they are, using four levels:
- Outstanding - The service is performing exceptionally well.
- Good - The service is performing well and meeting our expectations.
- Requires Improvement - The service isn't performing as well as it should and we have told the service how it must improve.
- Inadequate - The service is performing badly and we've taken action against the person or organisation that runs it.
- Not rated - we have not yet rated this area of the service, this is normally because the assessments we have carried out have been focused on other key questions.
Bed Vacancies
Please contact us for latest vacancies.
News (41) & Events (0)
- 03 Aug 2026
Residents from Redbond Lodge Care Home enjoyed a relaxing summer day at Writtle Sunflowers at Pooty Pools Farm on 27th July, strolling through fields of vibrant sunflowers and wildflowers. After...
- 09 Jul 2026
Residents from Redbond Lodge care home, part of the Runwood Homes group, were delighted to enjoy a very special lunchtime treat, thanks to the generosity of a much-loved local business,...
- 09 Jul 2026
Residents from Redbond Lodge care home, part of the Runwood Homes group, were delighted to enjoy a very special lunchtime treat, thanks to the generosity of a much-loved local business,...
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Awards / Recognitions (10)
- 30 Jan 2026Recipient: Runwood Homes Ltd
- 31 Jan 2025Recipient: Runwood Homes Ltd
- 31 Jan 2024Recipient: Runwood Homes Ltd
Accreditations
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Meet the Team (6)

Welcome to Redbond Lodge! My name is Raquel and I am the Home Manager of our lovely home. I moved to the UK in 2008 and started my career in the United Kingdom. I joined Runwood Homes in November 2008 in different roles from Healthcare Assistant, Care Team Leader, and Deputy Manager from 2012 until I decided to take a big responsibility as a Home Manager at Redbond Lodge. I strongly believe that Customer Service is a key priority, as is building up the home’s residents, families, relatives, and friends and understand the important contribution that these relationships make to the successful running of the care home. Redbond Lodge is such a lovely home with a good reputation in the community. I want to continue to build on that for more people to see it as the place to be. Furthermore, I want to ensure that the team feel valued and that they all have the training and support needed to do their very best. I love my team and deeply appreciate their hardworking commitment to their role. I feel privileged to be part of such a wonderful, caring team who are dedicated to maintaining the safety well-being and the best quality of life of all our residents. Thank you for considering Redbond Lodge and we hope to see you soon!

I’m Patricia, and I’ve been a Care Team Leader for nearly 10 years. I am also now currently Acting Deputy Manager. I love seeing the positive impact our home has on someone’s life. The efforts made by all staff members—from the care team to the domestics—are truly rewarding, and seeing the outcome of everyone’s hard work in our residents’ smiles makes it all worthwhile.
I hold an NVQ Level 3 and take great pride in my role. In my spare time, I enjoy spending time with my family, watching movies, and, of course, irritating my husband—something I’m quite excellent at!

My name is Marie. I have proudly served as Head Housekeeper at Redbond Lodge for 12 years. My role goes beyond maintaining a clean and welcoming environment—I am deeply committed to supporting our residents and staff whenever they need me.
I am a certified Dementia Champion, and completing the course was both enlightening and rewarding. I especially enjoy participating in musical activities at the Redbond Lodge, where I love getting everyone up and dancing, creating moments of joy and connection.
Outside of work, I cherish spending time with my family and grandchildren, who bring so much happiness to my life.

Hello, my name is Lisa, and I am the Home Administrator at Redbond Lodge, a position I have proudly held for the past three years. My journey in care began over 30 years ago as a healthcare assistant. Over the years, I progressed to a team leader role, always feeling a strong pullback to the care sector. Supporting residents, relatives, and staff brings immense fulfilment, and I am passionate about creating a nurturing and supportive environment.
Redbond Lodge is often complimented on its warm and friendly atmosphere, a quality I deeply value and take pride in contributing to every day.
Outside of work, I enjoy spending time outdoors walking our dog, travelling to new places, getting lost in a good book, and immersing myself in music.

Hi, I’m Sarah, and I’ve had the pleasure of working as a Receptionist at Redbond Lodge for 1 year and 8 months. I truly enjoy interacting with our residents and their families, making sure everyone feels welcome and comfortable. My role gives me the opportunity to build strong connections, and I take great pride in providing excellent service.
Outside of work, I’m passionate about staying active. I hold a green belt in karate and love staying fit through various physical activities. When I'm not working, you’ll often find me enjoying a good movie at the cinema or taking peaceful walks in the countryside.

Hi, I’m Karen, and I’ve been the Lifestyle Coordinator at Redbond Lodge for two and a half years. My passion lies in making our residents feel valued by organising meaningful activities that bring purpose and joy to their day.
I’m fortunate to work with amazing colleagues who make every day rewarding. While Christmas isn’t my favourite time of year, I do bring my own fun and quirky energy to the job—some might say I’m as mad as a hatter!
In my spare time, I love indulging in DIY projects and crafts, letting my creativity shine outside of work.
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