Stanway Green Lodge

Stanway Green, Colchester CO3 0RA
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9.8 72 Reviews
  • Stanway Green Lodge, Colchester
This long-established, family-run care home features 30 en-suite rooms and has been committed to providing dementia and residential care for three decades, creating a warm, intimate atmosphere for its residents. This dedicated team consists entirely of permanent staff, with two-thirds having been with the home for over ten years. This long-standing commitment creates a sense of continuity and familiarity so key to providing high-quality care. Stanway Green Lodge can offer both permanent and short-term respite care.

The intimate setting of the home, combined with permanent staff, creates a connection with each resident and enables a proper understanding of any unique needs. Service users are actively encouraged to pursue hobbies and explore new interests, supported by a diverse entertainment programme that includes both in-house activities, external entertainers and outings. Please see the 'News' section for recent events.

The home is dedicated to maintaining strong connections with the local community by engaging with organisations such as Stanway Evangelical Church, St. Theresa's Church, students from Gosbecks Primary School, and the Essex Wildlife Trust. It features two lounges with lovely views of the garden, as well as a dining room where meals are served. The beautifully landscaped gardens, equipped with outdoor seating, provide a perfect setting for relaxation during the summer months.
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Care Provided by Stanway Green Lodge

Primary Care Categories

  • Older Person Care
  • Dementia
  • Mental Health Condition
  • Physical Disability
  • Visual / Hearing Impairment
  • Eating Disorders

Length of Stay

  • Permanent Care
  • Respite Care

Care Types Provided

  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • For a maximum of 30 Service Users

Dementia Care Types

  • Mild Dementia
  • Moderate Dementia
  • Advanced/Complex Dementia

Other Care Provided

  • Parkinson's Disease
  • Stroke
  • Palliative / End of Life Care
  • COPD/Pulmonary Disease
  • 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
  • Phone Point in own room
  • Television point in own room
  • Residents Internet Access

Funding & Fees What's included?

Weekly Charges per Person

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

Fees include everything apart from our visiting Hairdressing and Chiropody services.

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

Contact Stanway Green Lodge to confirm what exactly is included and get an estimate tailored to your care needs:

Funding Types Accepted

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

Contact Stanway Green Lodge to confirm what exactly is included and get an estimate tailored to your care needs:

Good to Know

Owner

  • Laura Kanitkar

Person in Charge

  • Laura Kanitkar (Manager)

Local Authority / Social Services

Admission Information

  • Ages 65+

Care Home Design/Build

  • Purpose Built: No
  • Last Refurbishment: 2022
  • Number of floors: 2

Room Information

  • Single Rooms (30)
  • Couples/Companion Rooms (0)
  • Single Rooms with Ensuite Wet Room (30)

Visiting

  • Visits from family and friends are encouraged, with guests able to take advantage of their cosy Tea Room and beautiful gardens. It's a good idea to pre-book the Tea Room, especially when the weather is not warm, as demand can be higher.

Parking

  • On-site parking is available

Stanway Green Lodge Reviews (72)

9.8

Stanway Green Lodge has a Review Score of 9.8 (9.848) out of 10, based on 15 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Stanway Green Lodge has 72 reviews.

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Review from Elmi W (Next of Kin) published on 20 January 2023 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I cannot fault the home in any way or recommend it highly enough. The staff go above and beyond, very friendly and accessible at all times. My conversations with the residents are all positive and fill me with confidence that the best care is being given.
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Review from Trevor C (Resident) assisted by family/friend published on 20 January 2023 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I came into the home in October, and the staff made me feel very welcome and settled in very quickly. I have taken part in all the activities, which I find help me meet the other residents. Brilliant fireworks display, plus Christmas Light switch on. I am coming up to four months n the home and have
settled in very well. I see more people and have more social contact than I did at my own home.
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Review from Jane B (Daughter-in-law of Resident) published on 17 January 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My father-in-law has been at Stanway Green Lodge since October 2022.
During his first months, he has been very well cared for.
He settled in well right away, and the staff are very kind and welcoming.
He has also enjoyed the number of activities which the home put on for its residents.
The home
is very well run, with a very caring staff and management team.
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Review from Georgina A (Daughter of Resident) published on 12 January 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My mother has been at Stanway Green Lodge for three years, and during that time has been consistently well cared for. The staff are kind and welcoming, and the home is exceptionally well managed. Rooms were recently recarpeted, and much has been done to improve the gardens.
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Review from J D (Resident) assisted by family/friend published on 21 October 2022 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Since I arrived in January 2022, the staff and management have made me feel very welcome. They provide me with a high level of care; they are very friendly and make sure that I feel safe.
The food is very good, and they provide a number of activities, and I have been on several outside visits, which
were great fun.
Overall, I am very happy with the care and attention I receive.
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Review from Cynthia G (Resident) published on 11 October 2022 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I have lived here for over five years and have always been happy and contented. If I was not happy, I would not be here. The staff are lovely and very caring. The management goes above what is needed. Anything I ask for is given to me. I am very happy here.
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Review from Allison S (Friend of Resident) published on 11 October 2022 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I always receive a friendly welcome when I visit Stanway Green to see my relative. The staff all seem friendly and competent and obviously know the needs and requirements of the residents they look after. I like the fact that there are only 30 rooms as it makes it feel more of a home environment and
the gardens are well maintained and enjoyable for everyone. I am kept well informed about the health and requirements of my relative by the manager, and I know that I can contact them directly if I have any concerns. The home has been very patient with issues we have had to sort out funding, and this has been appreciated.
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Review from Jerry D (Son of Resident) published on 4 October 2022 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My mother (97) became a resident in January 2022 as she was becoming increasingly frail. She has settled in extremely well. The staff and management have been excellent in ensuring she is well looked after. They keep us fully informed of any health issues or other aspects of her care they feel we should
be aware of. They arrange numerous activities and this year. We had the garden party with a Rock & Roll theme in which relatives were actively encouraged to participate and my mother thoroughly enjoyed taking part in dancing and singing a duet with another resident. They encourage residents to visit and are relaxed if we take mum out for visits and trips.
Overall, we are delighted with the care my mother has received and cannot recommend the staff and management highly enough.
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Review from Natalie L (Daughter-in-law of Resident) published on 29 September 2022 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Lovely home. One of the best homes I have seen for a long time. Knowing that my father-in-law is safe and well looked after, gives me peace of mind. The place is kept clean, the gardens are lovely and so nice to sit outside in the sunshine.
My father-in-law is always on the phone telling me of the
great activities they do - he loves it!
The staff are brilliant, so polite and caring. Couldn't fault it if I tried.
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Review from Kevin B (Son of Resident) published on 29 September 2022 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Dad moved from Scotland to Stanway Green Lodge so quite an upheaval, to say the least. The team have been nothing less than welcoming and helpful from the moment Dad arrived. He settled in well and being allowed some personal items helped greatly. He enjoys getting to know others through activities
provided in a friendly environment, and yet he still enjoys the privacy of his own room and facilities. The team have also helped me with the transition of moving Dad into care and has provided me with good advice on several occasions. He is cared for very professionally by a great team. I am glad we chose Stanway for Dad and would definitely recommend to others.
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Review from Richard J (Son of Resident) published on 12 September 2022 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My mother came to the home after a short hospital stay. She has settled in very quickly. Being allowed some of her furniture and personal possessions has helped her to feel at home. The owner and all of the staff are very friendly and professional.
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Review from John H (Nephew of Resident) published on 29 June 2022 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
When my aunt arrived at Stanway Green Lodge after being discharged from the hospital, her condition was much worse than either myself or the home manager had been led to believe.   
However, both the manager and staff were brilliant, and she was well cared for from the start, and her health did improve
quickly.
Throughout the time my aunt has been, she has received excellent care, and I cannot praise the staff enough.
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Review from Tony B (Son of Resident) published on 20 November 2019 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My mother has been a resident of Stanway Green Lodge for over 6 months now and I’m very satisfied with the care and support she has received. The staff are all very friendly and caring and create a very welcoming environment. My mother quickly settled into Stanway Green Lodge and enjoys the easy living
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Review from Louise G (Daughter of Resident) published on 4 November 2019 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
My mother has settled into Stanway Green Lodge well and seems happy in her new environment. She participates in the activities.
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Review from Nick J (Son of Resident) published on 7 May 2019 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Friendly caring home with a family atmosphere, with a range activities planned for residents.
Mum feels at home.
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Review from Graham F (Son of Resident) published on 2 May 2019 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Mum (92 years old) moved into Stanway Green Lodge in October 2018 following a life-changing fall. The staff and management/owner were fantastic. They were caring and considerate for both Mum's and our needs and concerns. Mum passed away within 24 hours of contracting bronchial pneumonia. All efforts
by staff to treat Mum (medication and nursing) were identified. Mum went peacefully in the care of one of the senior members of staff. I would wholeheartedly recommend Stanway Green Lodge.
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Review from Mary P (Daughter of Resident) published on 1 May 2019 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I have found all the staff to be extremely friendly and caring. They are led effectively by the manager and deputy manager who know exactly what is going on and how all the residents are faring.
Activities are arranged every afternoon and all residents are encouraged - but not forced - to take part.
There are many special events organised throughout the year such as a Rock and Roll party, Chinese New Year celebrations, Shrove Tuesday pancake tasting, Red Nose Day, Christmas party, Summer Garden Party - to name but a few. Entertainers come and serenade the residents as well as visiting choirs, music groups and local schools. Residents’ relatives are always welcome to join these events!
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Review from Carol F (Daughter of Resident) published on 1 May 2019 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My mother has been resident at Stanway Green Lodge for five weeks now. In such a short time she has settled in very well despite initial apprehension at leaving her home of 40 years. All the staff are friendly and patient and her needs are catered for in a caring manner. She enjoys the food and the
activities put on at the home. Her room is pleasant and furnished well and we have brought in personal articles to make it feel more like home for her.
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Review from Sandie R (Daughter of Resident) published on 1 May 2019 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My mother has been a resident at Stanway Green Lodge since November 2018. She settled in quickly and is very happy. The home has a lovely atmosphere and is very clean and bright. The staff are brilliant and so helpful and friendly. Food is good and there are regular activities for everyone to enjoy
as well as lovely gardens to look out on. I am very glad I chose this home for my mother and would certainly recommend it to others. 5 * care!
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Review from Paul F (Son of Resident) published on 29 April 2019 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My mother has been a resident since July 2018 and the standard of care she has received in that time has been excellent. I have visited at least twice a week and all the management and staff I have met and seen as they go about their duties are very friendly, attentive and caring. The atmosphere is
welcoming and homely and I have total confidence that Mum will continue to be well looked after for as long as she remains at Stanway Green Lodge.
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Current Review Score: 9.8 (9.848)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.8 (9.848) out of 10 for Stanway Green Lodge is based on a) the Average Rating and b) the number of positive Reviews.

  1. The Average Rating is 4.8 out of 5 from 15 Reviews in the last 24 months.
  2. The score for the number of positive Reviews is 5.0 out of 5 from 15 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 4.848 for Stanway Green Lodge is calculated as follows: ( (154 Excellents x 5) + (21 Goods x 4) + (3 Satisfactorys x 3) ) ÷ 178 Ratings = 4.848
  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 5 Points relating to the number of positive Reviews for Stanway Green Lodge is based on 15 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 30 registered maximum number of service users is 6, which has been reached with 15 Positive reviews. Points = 1
  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: 23 Jun 2018

Overall Good

  • Caring Good
  • Effective Good
  • Responsive Good
  • Safe Good
  • Well-led Good
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