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Unlike traditional clinical settings, Waterbeach Lodge focuses on a 'hotel-style' aesthetic, with architecture and interior designed to be accessible, light and airy, and offering modern facilities alongside a welcoming home-from-home atmosphere.
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Care Provided by Waterbeach 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 46 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
- COPD/Pulmonary Disease
- Bariatric Care/Obesity
- Day 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
- Bar/Café
- Residents Kitchenette
- Phone Point in own room
- Television point in own room
- Residents Internet Access
Funding & Fees
Weekly Charges per Person
These fees are only a guideline and are based on both room type and dependency. Please contact the home directly to arrange for a tailored personal assessment.
The price(s) shown are provided by the care home. Contact Waterbeach Lodge for full pricing details and T&Cs.
Contact Waterbeach 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
- Birchstone Care
- Private Owned
Person in charge
- Christine Shorter(Home Manager)
Local Authority / Social Services
Admission Information
- Mixed (no single-gender units)
- Ages 65+
Care Home Design/Build
- Purpose Built: Yes
- Year Purpose Built: 2013
- Last Refurbishment: 2023
- Number of floors: 3
Room Information
- Single Rooms (44)
- Couples/Companion Rooms (1)
- Single Rooms with ensuite Wet Room (44)
- Couples/Companion Rooms with ensuite Wet Room (1)
Visiting
- Visitors welcome at all times, however there are protected meal times from 12:30 - 14:00 & 17:00 - 18:30. If you would like a tour, it is preferable to arrange this beforehand to ensure that a member of staff will be present to answer any questions.
Parking
- Free car parking is available on site.
Waterbeach Lodge Reviews (43)
Waterbeach Lodge has a Review Score of 9.7 (9.701) out of 10, based on 13 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Waterbeach Lodge has 43 reviews.
My mum loves to dance, I even went and joined in with mum and everyone else. We all had a lovely time.
The staff welcome family members anytime of the day to visit their loved ones.
I would highly recommend this lovely care home to any family.
Thank you for your lovely feedback, I am so pleased to hear Mum had a lovely stay
Mum needed some respite for a while. We chose Waterbeach Lodge as it was near to relatives. Mum spent 5 weeks at the lodge during this time she was very well cared for. The staff at the Lodge are caring and professional. Mum was relaxed and settled very quickly. Mum loves music and dancing and always enjoyed the entertainment that was provided, she was the dancing queen! The meals were nutritional and mum even gained some weight during her stay. Thank you to all the staff for caring for mum, you all work so hard. I highly recommend Waterbeach Lodge for your loved ones.
Thank you for your wonderful feedback, we really appreciate all feedback but especially one as glowing as this
My mother came to Waterbeach Lodge last year in a very frail and confused condition after a spell in hospital. She rapidly gained her physical strength with regular meals and excellent care from the staff. Staff have been involved with the NHS teams to get her the help she needed and I am so pleased that she is now able to enjoy life more. From being anxious and withdrawn she is now confident in her surroundings and interacts with the other residents herself. Staff always included her in activities which has helped her mental health massively. Chair exercises, entertainers and dancing, visits from preschoolers and scrabble club and lots more keep her too busy to do her knitting! Waterbeach Lodge is a quality hotel experience for its residents. The ensuite rooms are spacious and clean with views of the lovely grounds. With a large lawn and mature trees the A10 does not intrude and mum enjoys the garden from inside as well as walking on the paths and tea in the shade in the summer.
Thank you so much - it is always great to have such a wonderful review
The staff were truly caring, meeting her needs with kindness and professionalism. A reassuring test was that whenever we called or visited they all seemed to know who and where in the building my mother was. They were proactive in monitoring and managing any health issues.
The care home itself feels more like a hotel than a traditional facility, with beautifully maintained spaces, comfortable rooms, inviting communal areas and great garden. She thoroughly enjoyed the activities provided, from arts and crafts to gentle exercise classes and social events.
I'm incredibly grateful for the exceptional care Waterbeach Lodge provided. Highly recommended!
Thank you so much for your review and I am so pleased that your experience was excellent.
Waterbeach Lodge feels like home the moment you walk in. It has a comfortable, cozy atmosphere. My Mum has a beautiful room overlooking the gorgeous gardens. It's well equipped and meets all of her needs. The staff are all kind, caring, fun and very attentive. Mum has benefited from the company of other residents and the staff. All in all a lovely place.
We were looking for a care home for my mother with Alzheimer's and were made aware of Waterbeach Lodge by a neighbour whose mother is a resident. He spoke very highly of the place and recommended we take a visit. The next day I rang up and left a message and was called back promptly by the manager. She was very welcoming indeed and clearly very experienced and knowledgeable. We had a lengthy conversation and I knew instantly mum would be in good hands. We visited the next day and I was very impressed. The place felt more like a hotel and had a very large well kept garden with a huge patio. We booked mum in for some respite and she settled In straight away and never once asked about coming home. This is testament to the professionalism of the management and staff. Four months on and mum is still there and very happy indeed. She particularly likes the regular entertainment and it is obvious she has taken a shine to the staff and management who are looking after her very well indeed.
The home itself is always fresh and clean. Although it's situated on the busy A10, the residence is located in some lovely grounds and is set back away from the road so noise is not an issue.
Following a few weeks of respite care my mother moved into Waterbeach Lodge on a permanent basis. She has never seemed happier and I can not think of another place she would be happier.
My friend seems to be will looked after. Her speech and general outlook has vastly improved since moving to Waterbeach Lodge. A particular lady was a fantastic activities coordinator who really drew my friend out and made sure she was well looked after.
My mother has dementia and moved in to Waterbeach Lodge in October 2024. The staff have shown her consistent care and consideration, even though she can sometimes be difficult. She has nothing but good things to say about them, although she complains about her situation and doesn't really understand that she now needs 24 hour care. She loves the activities and is always wanting to go 'downstairs' which she equates with the singing, theatre and other fun (which she firmly believes she helps run!). The food is fine, and the staff look out for her, making sure that she gets a sandwich when she's been grumpy and turned down dinner. There are snacks and hot drinks between meals, which she enjoys. Since moving in she's put on about 3kg and is now physically better shape than she's been for a couple of years. Because the staff manage her medication, it gets taken on time so she's also no longer in pain. And she gets a glass of wine most evenings, which goes down very well!
I'm really glad dad is in this home I really can't fault them at all ,there all very caring about there residents, they will do anything you ask of them it's no problem and the rooms are wonderful fully furnished my dad is very happy here, staff always happy to see you .
The staff are unfailingly patient, positive and kind and it's clear everyone is doing their best for the residents, even if the residents aren't always appreciative!
Standards of hygiene and cleanliness are very high indeed, both in communal areas and in residents' rooms.
Residents always look clean, presentable and cared for.
There is a variety of activities and efforts are made to encourage residents to attend any which might interest them.
Residents and their families are obviously listened to, their views are encouraged and efforts made to take on board suggestions.
My father seems very happy at Waterbeach Lodge. He joins in with all the activities which so far have included Zoo Lab which is when unusual animals visit the residents, a spa day, in which a foot spa was thoroughly enjoyed, various singalongs, and enjoying the beautiful gardens there. My father has fantastic care and he has commented to me that he could not be better looked after.
My brother has spent 4 weeks in respite care. He found the staff very helpful and accommodating. He did find the food varied and not always to his taste and did not always get what he ordered. The environment and entertainment were excellent as were the well-kept grounds. He definitely improved mentally and physically from his stay.
Thank you for taking the time to write a review. I'm glad to hear you feel your brother's health and wellbeing has been improved after staying at Waterbeach lodge and you're happy with all areas of the home .We have noted your comments regarding the food offered and we will review your feedback and make necessary enhancements if needed to meet the expectations.
Mum moved into the home last August, and after a settling-in period, she is happy and well looked after. She often comments on how friendly the staff are. The food is good and varied. It was unfortunate one lady left the position of activities coordinator, but I'm sure things will pick up again once her replacement is appointed. I'm happy that Mum is living in a place where she is safe, secure and comfortable.
Thank you for taking the time to write a review and your kind words. While it was sad to lose our activities coordinator and wish her well on her travels. I'm happy to announce we do have another activities person starting with us on the 20th of May and will be a great asset to our team.
My mother came into the home on the 13th November 2023. We found both the management and staff to be most welcoming on her arrival and have been kind and understanding towards her during her residency. Her own room and all other areas of the home are kept clean. The meals always appear to be of a good quality, with a varied choice of menu. My mother seems to be very happy and has settled in well.
Thank you for taking the time to write a review. I'm glad to hear you feel your mother has settled in well and you're happy with all areas of the home.
In her last illness, the care she received was exceptionally good.
I cannot thank them enough for this and all her care over the previous 18 months when Waterbeach Lodge was her home.
Thank you for taking the time to leave us a review. Your positive comments really do mean a lot to us as managers and our staff. I will ensure to pass your kind words on to all the staff. It has been an absolute privilege to have been given the opportunity for you to put your trust in us to care for your mother. She will be sorely missed, as will you.
Staff keep me informed of my husband's well-being, reporting any changes and what changes or possible changes are being considered to help him. Staff in general are kind and make an effort to communicate with him in passing.
The care of the residents is outstanding, they are treated with respect and dignity. There is also the support of relatives, especially at difficult times. The atmosphere is always cheerful and the staff are always helpful.
Thank you for taking the time to leave us a review, your positive comments really do mean a lot to our staff considering the experiences we have all been through these last two years and we are privileged to have been given the opportunity to care for your loved one. We all look forward to seeing you again soon.
My father-in-law was not necessarily the easiest resident but the staff coped admirably with him. There were a few times when his hygiene (especially mouth care) could have been better, but the overall level of care was very good. When he was dying the staff were exceptionally caring and supportive.
Thank you for taking the time to leave us a review. We're grateful for the positive feedback and it was a privilege to care for your father in law.
My mum moved in to Waterbeach Lodge in March 2021. From the start, Mum was made very welcome by the manager and staff and settled in as the months progressed under the restrictions of Covid-19. There has been an unchanging core team of staff during the year which I believe is a good sign. The food is good and the facilities, decor and ambience make Waterbeach Lodge feel more like a hotel. Mum has been encouraged to join in with the in-house activities and outings.
Many thanks for taking the time to leave us a review. We are glad that you feel comfortable with our service and most importantly that your mother has settled well. Of course, if you have any concerns that you would like to discuss to improve upon the ratings you have provided we would love to hear...
Regulatory Rating
Care Quality Commission (CQC) Rating
Date: 28 January 2022Good
- 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 (6) & Events (0)
- 11 Sep 2025
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- 29 Apr 2025
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Awards / Recognitions (3)
- 30 Oct 2025Recipient: Birchstone Care
- 27 Sep 2024Recipient: Birchstone Care
- 17 May 2024Recipient: Birchstone Care
Accreditations
There are no accreditations posted yet for Waterbeach Lodge.
Meet the Team (1)

With extensive experience in residential and domiciliary care, Thara is a compassionate leader dedicated to creating safe, supportive, and person-centred environments where residents feel truly at home.
In her role, Thara oversees daily operations, mentors staff and ensures high standards of dignified care. She is a visible and approachable leader, working closely with multidisciplinary teams to maintain compliance and deliver excellence to ensure continuity of care and smooth running of the home.
Thara holds multiple leadership qualifications, reflecting her commitment to professional growth. Guided by values of compassion, patience, and dignity, she is passionate about fostering an inclusive culture where kindness and respect thrive. Her greatest motivation is seeing residents smile, supporting staff development, and knowing her work makes a meaningful difference.
Frequently Asked Questions about Waterbeach Lodge
What types of Care is Waterbeach Lodge registered for?
Older Person Care, Dementia, Physical Disability, Visual / Hearing Impairment are the registered (by the Care Quality Commission) categories of Care.
How many Rooms does Waterbeach Lodge have?
There are 44 Single Rooms and 1 Couples/Companion Room.
What are the Facilities & Services at Waterbeach Lodge?
Own Furniture if required, Pet Friendly (or by arrangement), Smoking not permitted, 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 are some of the Facilities & Services.
How far is Waterbeach Lodge to the centre of Cambridge?
4.8 mile(s) as the crow flies, distance by road may be significantly further.
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