Care Provided by Abbottswood Lodge
Primary Care Categories
- Older Person Care
- Dementia
- Mental Health Condition
Length of Stay
- Permanent Care
- Respite Care
Care Types Provided
- Residential Care
- Dementia Residential Care
- For a maximum of 13 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
- Parkinson's Disease
- Stroke
- Palliative / End of Life Care
Facilities
- Own Furniture if required
- Smoking not permitted
- Close to Local shops
- Near Public Transport
- Minibus or other transport
- Lift
- Wheelchair Access
- Gardens
- Phone Point in own room
- 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 Abbottswood Lodge for full pricing details and T&Cs.
Contact Abbottswood 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
- NCS Solution
- Private Owned
Person in charge
- Tina Collins (Manager)
Local Authority / Social Services
Admission Information
- Ages 65+
Care Home Design/Build
- Purpose Built: No
- Last Refurbishment: 2023
- Number of floors: 2
Room Information
- Single Rooms (13)
Visiting
- The home has no visiting restrictions
Parking
- Off road available parking at the front of the building
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Abbottswood Lodge Reviews (45)
9.2
Abbottswood Lodge has a Review Score of 9.2 (9.241) out of 10, based on 8 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Abbottswood Lodge has 45 reviews.
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Review from Kim G (Daughter of Resident) published on 15 January 2026 Submitted via Website•
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We moved my Dad into Abbottswood when it became clear that it was unsafe for him to live at home, even with carers. Initially he was confused, but having realised that he had became socially isolated at home, we saw him benefit from having caring people around him all the time. Dad enjoyed attending the day centre and activities at the home such as singing and drawing. The staff engaged with Dad in a caring way and made him laugh and giggle. Care staff liaised well with health professionals to facilitate the medical care that Dad needed.
When Dad's health declined and he needed Palliative care, staff kept us informed. Abbottswood made it possible for Dad to remain at the home for his last days where he was comfortable, rather than in hospital.
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Review from J L (Daughter of Resident) published on 6 October 2025 Submitted via Postal Card•
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My mum seems to engage quite well with the activity lady when there is music involved. I have no issues with how my mum is being looked after. She is always clean, hair washed and dried.
Always in clean clothes and seems as content as possible.
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Review from T B (Granddaughter of Resident) published on 6 October 2025 Submitted via Postal Card•
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My nan is being looked after very well. There is now and activity lady who seems to brighten my nans day.
All in all my nan seems happy and well looked after. Happy with staff and management.
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Review from P P (Ex Family Member) published on 4 September 2025 Submitted via Postal Card•
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Resident is well settled in this home.
As there are not many residents care staff can care better for them.
Usually in the lounge where there us lots of coming and going so lots if focus on.
He has 2 trips to the day centre a week. There are other activities in the home.
As there are not many residents care staff can care better for them.
Usually in the lounge where there us lots of coming and going so lots if focus on.
He has 2 trips to the day centre a week. There are other activities in the home.
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Review from John M (Brother of Resident) published on 28 March 2025 Submitted via Postal Card•
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My brother seems well looked after, he has never complained to me.
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Review from Irene M (Sister of Resident) published on 24 March 2025 Submitted via Postal Card•
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Abbottswood care home is doing an amazing job.
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Review from Wendy F (Friend of Resident) published on 18 March 2025 Submitted via Postal Card•
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I visit my friend who is very happy and so well looked after in Abbottswood.
In my experience all the staff are very caring and pleasant and happy. Everyone is treated with dignity.
The visitors are treated kindly and always offered a hot drink.
In my experience all the staff are very caring and pleasant and happy. Everyone is treated with dignity.
The visitors are treated kindly and always offered a hot drink.
When I visit, my friend and I are always given privacy to converse.
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Review from Veronica U (Sister of Resident) published on 24 October 2024 Submitted via Postal Card•
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My brother has been at Abbottswood Lodge for a couple of months on a temporary basis and I couldn't be more happier for him. I have observed great improvement in the day to day living of my brother. He is more engaging and doing his exercises. He also attends day services which he would not do before and to my surprise he said he enjoys going too. The management and staff are amazing! The care given to my brother is exceptional (weekly GP rounds for example). The family is kept up to date with medical updates. We could visit my brother at anything (within reasonable of course). The environment is clean and welcoming. We are grateful to all at Abbotswood Lodge. Thank you so much!
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Review from Lena D (Daughter of Resident) published on 31 January 2024 Submitted via Website•
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Mum has been at Abbottswood quite a while now and as her needs have changed they have adapted their care approach to suit. It’s a complete relief knowing mum is safe and being taken care of. The manager is extremely approachable and has also been very reassuring and supportive to me.
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Review from Eileen H (Daughter of Resident) published on 2 November 2023 Submitted via Postal Card•
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My mum moved into Abbottswood Lodge in July 2022. As time progressed, her behaviour became even more challenging, but the care she received was second to none. She was treated with care, respect and dignity by all the staff. Sadly, she died on September 16th this year. In her final days, she was looked after amazingly, as were all the family who stayed with her. Thank you, Abbottswood Lodge; our mum could not have had better care anywhere. The manager was just brilliant.
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Review from C H (Daughter of Resident) published on 29 September 2023 Submitted via Postal Card•
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My mum was at Abbottswood Lodge for 14 months. All of the time she was there, she received the best care we could wish for. They were caring and compassionate at all times. Mum was happy there. At the end of her life, all of the staff showed time and affection for Mum, and we cannot stress highly enough our thanks to all of them. We would not hesitate in recommending Abbottswood to anyone who is looking for a care home. We could not have made a better choice!
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Review from D T (Brother of Resident) published on 21 August 2023 Submitted via Postal Card•
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Very good.
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Review from Mike P (Son of Resident) published on 18 August 2023 Submitted via Website•
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My Dad stayed at Abbottswood Lodge for a year and I'm more than happy with the care he received right through to the end. Overall, it's a good home with kind and caring staff with nothing being too much trouble.
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Review from Terry B (Son of Resident) published on 14 August 2023 Submitted via Postal Card•
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I am a regular visitor to Abbottswood Lodge Care Home to visit my mother. I am always treated with respect and the staff always make me a cup of tea too. I am impressed how clean the home is.
Thank you.
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Review from S M (Son of Resident) published on 21 June 2023 Submitted via Postal Card•
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Everytime I visit, my mother is in a good spirit with no complaints. The staff give me regular updates on mom's progress and well being without ever asking. All in all, we are very pleased with her care. The manager runs the lodge very well and I can not praise them enough.
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Review from K B (Son-in-law of Resident) published on 14 June 2023 Submitted via Postal Card•
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The service at Abbottswood is brilliant. The manager is fantastic.
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Review from S D (Daughter of Resident) published on 6 June 2023 Submitted via Website•
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Mum has been at Abbottswood since January. She came in with several issues, all of which have been dealt with. I found the staff to be caring and kind and the manager always takes the time to discuss any issues. I also like the associated daycare centre. Mum goes on trips once a week through that. Great resource.
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Review from D H (Son of Resident) published on 23 May 2023 Submitted via Postal Card•
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As always when visiting my mother, the care home staff are very welcoming and always tell me how my mother is doing.
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Review from Laurie F (Daughter of Resident) published on 18 May 2023 Submitted via Website•
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My dad is newly living in Abbottswood Lodge Care home. He has nothing but positive things to say about the environment, the staff, the care and the food.
I live in Coventry so am not able to visit him as often as I would like, but if I am not able to speak to him directly on his phone I can call the staff and they will always give me an honest informative update.
He spends a lot of his time in his lovely room watching TV, this is his choice and he knows that he is welcome to join the other residents in the communal areas. Because of the distance between us, I am very reassured that Dad is living here. I know if he becomes unwell, then I will be informed and Dad will receive good care.
I live in Coventry so am not able to visit him as often as I would like, but if I am not able to speak to him directly on his phone I can call the staff and they will always give me an honest informative update.
He spends a lot of his time in his lovely room watching TV, this is his choice and he knows that he is welcome to join the other residents in the communal areas. Because of the distance between us, I am very reassured that Dad is living here. I know if he becomes unwell, then I will be informed and Dad will receive good care.
Thank you to the manager and all the staff for your care of my dad.
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Review from A B (Son of Resident) published on 12 May 2023 Submitted via Postal Card•
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Given the circumstances, I can't think of a better place. The building and facilities are fine but most importantly the staff are lovely and very competent.
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Regulatory Rating
Care Quality Commission (CQC) Rating
Date: 17 March 2022Overall
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- 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.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Abbottswood Lodge
What types of Care is Abbottswood Lodge registered for?
Older Person Care, Dementia, Mental Health Condition are the registered (by the Care Quality Commission) categories of Care.
How many Rooms does Abbottswood Lodge have?
There are 13 Single Rooms.
What are the Facilities & Services at Abbottswood Lodge?
Own Furniture if required, Smoking not permitted, Close to Local shops, Near Public Transport, Minibus or other transport, Lift, Wheelchair Access, Gardens, Phone Point in own room, Television point in own room, Residents Internet Access are some of the Facilities & Services.
How far is Abbottswood Lodge to the centre of Southend-on-Sea?
0.3 mile(s) as the crow flies, distance by road may be significantly further.
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