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There is a highly qualified and passionate team providing care 24-hours a day assisting with all everyday tasks required. Each individual has a person-centred and individualised care plan allowing flexibility and...
Care Provided by Cambrian Lodge
Primary Care Categories
- Older Person Care
- Dementia
- Physical Disability
- Visual / Hearing Impairment
- Younger Adults
Length of Stay
- Permanent Care
- Respite Care
Care Types Provided
- Residential Care
- Dementia Residential Care
- For a maximum of 28 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
- Convalescent Care
- Acquired Brain Injury (ABI)
- Day Care
Facilities
- Own Furniture if required
- Pet Friendly (or by arrangement)
- Close to Local shops
- Near Public Transport
- Lift
- Stairlift
- Wheelchair Access
- Gardens
- Phone Point in own room
- Television point in own room
- Residents Internet Access
Funding & Fees
Weekly Charges per Person
Fees relate directly to the needs of the person, so please contact the manager who will be able to give you a exact cost for the placement
The price(s) shown are provided by the care home. Contact Cambrian Lodge for full pricing details and T&Cs.
Contact Cambrian 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
- South West Care Homes Ltd
- Private Owned
Person in charge
- Marie Powell (Registered Manager)
Local Authority / Social Services
Admission Information
- Mixed (no single-gender units)
- Ages 60+
Care Home Design/Build
- Purpose Built: No
- Last Refurbishment: 2025
- Number of floors: 3
Room Information
- Single Rooms (24)
- Couples/Companion Rooms (2)
- Single Rooms with ensuite Wet Room (20)
Visiting
- Visitors welcome anytime.
Parking
- Car park to the front of the building or street parking outside
Cambrian Lodge Reviews (34)
Cambrian Lodge has a Review Score of 9.6 (9.603) out of 10, based on 13 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Cambrian Lodge has 34 reviews.
Maters are dealt with by management quickly.
I feel safe and settled in here and made lots of friends.
I am so glad to hear you are happy and settled at Cambrian Lodge and that you enjoy the biscuits!
My father moved in December for respite and needs more care so he has stayed - permanent residence now. The manager was amazing at getting him in and settled. She and the staff are amazing, go the extra mile, always smiling. Helpful and available. The manager has made many positive changes to Cambrian Lodge, activities, etc. So relieved Dad is happy, settled, and safe! Thank you.
Thank you for your kind review. We a thrilled that you and your Dad have had a positive experience. We understand the upset that can be caused by moving from home to a care home, so are very proud of the dedication the care team provides to make sure new residents feel welcomed.
This may be adequate as a `care home` for elderly people but it is most definitely not! a care home for our loved ones who are living with dementia. The majority of staff (excluding the deputy manager) were compassionate and mindful of the resident's needs but lack the understanding and training of even the basics of caring for an individual who has Dementia.
I'm sorry that you decided to leave this review as it doesn't fairly represent our disagreement, which wasn't about the care your husband received or the home, but was about your unwillingness to comply with contractual obligations. Cambrian Lodge is a lovely, warm and caring home with an...
I visited recently on behalf of my mum to view for a possible room here. The new manager at Cambrian Lodge was amazing, could not have been more knowledgeable or helpful. I chatted to staff who all seemed friendly and helpful. The home was warm, clean and well equipped.
It was lovely to meet you and thank you so much for your kind comments about Cambrian Lodge. I hope that you find, or have found, Mum a nice home situated closer to the area you were seeking. From all of us here at Cambrian, we wish you and your mum well.
We have always found the staff to be very caring. It seems a friendly place. I think Mum sometimes doesn't like the food.
My mother went into Cambrian Lodge Care Home to give me a break from caring, she took a few days to settle in but is now very happy there. The staff are all very nice, very caring and professional. The home is clean and bright and the rooms are well-furnished and homely. The lounge and dining room are bright and overlooks the garden which had many spring flowers in it when she arrived. Mum gets her hair done every week and I am very grateful for the kindness and care they give my mother, it's comforting to know she is well looked after.
My mother was always treated with dignity and respect during the ten months she spent in Cambrian Lodge Care Home. The staff were kind and caring at the same time as respecting her independence. Mum was always able to get any medical care she needed and it was nice to know there was a hairdresser and podiatrist available to residents. My mum spent her final days in the care home and we could not have wished for better care and support.
Mum is always happy, looks healthy, clean, her nails always look clean and polished, she has her hair cut regularly. She says that she always enjoys her meals and the team have advised us that they have put her on mashed food as she finds it hard to swallow. When and if there are problems the teams always contact us. We are very happy with the care Mum gets.
They take really good care of Mum, which gives us a lot of comfort to know she is ok, especially when we haven't been able to visit.
Highly recommend this home. Both parents residents here (Father - three years then Mother for - five years) - both love it here. Staff are always very welcoming. Management have built up a great team of dedicated and caring staff - many have worked here for several years. Care throughout Covid-19 pandemic has been excellent and slightly over-cautious (as it should be).
Just a final comment. In my opinion I think the way they have dealt with the COVID-19 situation has been excellent. After calls to the residents families for feedback they ‘locked down’ early and kept their residents safe from the situation unfolding outside of their home. They have done an amazing job (and still are) in extremely difficult circumstances. A testament to the love and care all the staff feel and show to the residents.
My mum is 98 years young and has been a resident for nearly two years now. I am always impressed by how patient, calm and caring your staff team are. Mum always tells me that everyone is very kind to her and she feels safe. Whenever I visit I’m made to feel welcome and a member of staff often takes the time to have a good chat with me. If they have any concerns I am contacted by phone and they do not hesitate to call a GP to visit mum or give advice. A few months ago, when mum became suddenly very poorly, the staff were so supportive of me and my family as we came in and out to visit every day. They were genuinely upset to see mum so unwell and equally as delighted as us when she made a good recovery. Thank you everyone.
My friend has been at Cambrian Lodge for about 3 years, he is 97 years old. The staff who look after him daily are very kind and caring as well as being very friendly and welcoming to family and friends visiting. I am the only visitor on a regular basis that visits and they keep me informed on my friend's needs and progress regularly so I am happy with his care and that he is close by.
I find Cambrian to be warm and welcoming. Staff appear lovely.
Regulatory Rating
Care Quality Commission (CQC) Rating
Date: 11 December 2018Good
- 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
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Awards / Recognitions (2)
- 18 Nov 2019Recipient: Cambrian Lodge
- 06 Apr 2017Recipient: Cambrian Lodge
Accreditations
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Meet the Team (1)

Meet Marie – a woman who's turned three decades of caring into an art form.
With over 30 years in health and social care, I've had the incredible privilege of supporting people across the spectrum – from elderly residents to adults with learning disabilities. But it's the past 11 years as a home manager, particularly specialising in dementia care, where I've really found my stride.
My qualifications include a Level 5 diploma in leadership and management, but honestly, some of my most valuable education has come from the residents and families I've worked with over the years. Every day teaches me something new.
When I'm not at Cambrian Lodge, I'm very much a family-focused person. You'll often find me in the kitchen creating celebration cakes (it's become quite the hobby!), planning our next travel adventure, or curled up somewhere quiet with a really good book.
I believe that care is about seeing the person behind the need – understanding their story, their preferences, and what makes them feel truly at home. That's what we strive for every single day at Cambrian Lodge.
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