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As a residential home, residents tend to be quite able, but still require the love and support that can only be received through a 24-hour care home. The...
Care Provided by Alphington 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 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
- 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
Weekly Charges per Person
The price(s) shown are provided by the care home. Contact Alphington Lodge for full pricing details and T&Cs.
Contact Alphington 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
- Rose Care Group
- Private Owned
Person in charge
- Martine Williams(Home Manager)
Local Authority / Social Services
Admission Information
- Mixed (no single-gender units)
- Ages 65+
Care Home Design/Build
- Purpose Built: No
Room Information
- Single Rooms (28)
Visiting
- The home have an open door policy so no appointment is necessary and you are welcome to visit at your convenience but they recommend booking in advance for a tour of the Care Home. Residents reserve the right to refuse to see visitors as if it is home.
Parking
- Limited free parking available on-site.
Alphington Lodge Reviews (58)
Alphington Lodge has a Review Score of 9.9 (9.866) out of 10, based on 17 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Alphington Lodge has 58 reviews.
Always when I visit my mum in Alphington Lodge it's always a warm welcome from the staff whoever is on duty. Mum always seems happy enough there and the staff do their best to care for her even when there are fewer staff than there should be at times. Security is also very good as far as I am concerned.
Dad initially went to stay at Alphington Lodge for short-term care, settled in quickly, and was happy there. When it became obvious that Dad wouldn't be able to return home, our family was delighted that it was possible to arrange long-term care at Alphington Lodge. Dad has a lovely, airy, en suite room, enjoys the food, and is well looked after by the caring staff. He has built up a good rapport with many of them. Dad can be a stubborn man and has found it hard to acknowledge that he now has limited mobility, however, the staff handle this well. It is a relief for the family to know that he is safe. Dad says that the home is very satisfactory and he is pleased he is able to stay at Alphington Lodge.
Thank you for your lovely review, Lesley. I will pass this on to everyone at Alphington Lodge.
My mother has just gone into Alphington Lodge, and she has settled in really well, all the staff are so caring and nothing is too much for them and the residents have also made mum really welcome and have shown and made friends with her. And I would not hesitate to recommend this care home to anyone, it is a five-star care home.
My mum has been here for five weeks and she loves it, she says the food is lovely. Her room is very nice and the staff is all so kind and caring. She has also made some friends too. Mum is looking better than she has for a long time thanks to all the care she is receiving and I am so happy that she likes it there and I am happy too knowing that she is being looked after so well. I can’t praise them enough.
My father has been a resident at Alphington Lodge for around 3 years now. I have always found the care staff and management very helpful, caring, and responsive. My dad is well cared for. He enjoys the food, time spent with other residents in the lounge, and taking part in the many activities.
She was not easy to deal with when she first went into the home, but with help and understanding from all the staff and management she has settled into her new life.
She is now enjoying life again.
Can’t thank everyone at Alphington Lodge enough
With COVID 19 they are again helping us to visit Mum in difficult times.
My Grandmother moved into Alphington Lodge on respite, it was a very difficult time for us as a family due to Covid-19. Everyone at Alphington Lodge made Gran's transition to the home as easy as it could be during this time. Gran is very happy, settled and I hope her stay can be made permanent. I know she is safe, being well looked after and happy.
My mother lived in Alphington Lodge for over 3 years. She died in January 2020. Despite being heavily handicapped after a stroke and dementia which increased over the years she was happy, well cared for and the girls and staff were wonderfully patient and took care of her physical and mental well-being. I was very grateful for their dedication and have seen the improvements that have been made over the years. Although there is still room for improvement I feel that the management is making the necessary steps required to obtain the needed results. Thank you once again.
Have only been here a few weeks and have settled in well. Staff very friendly and helpful.
My brother is very calm and happy and thanked us for finding somewhere nice for him to stay.
I have been so relieved that following a fracture and in need of continuing care my my=um was fortunate enough to be placed in such a lovely home for her convalescence. The staff have made her so welcome and have shown such care and compassion. As she adjusts to this new way of living both mum and I are happy that she is now going to stay permanently. Would highly recommend Alphington Lodge.
I can't fault it here. There is nothing that I don't need that hasn't been done. Staff are good and friendly.
Friendly and helpful staff and management. Room is clean and tidy. My mother in law is happy and contented.
My mum has been particularly unwell this month. The staff are all amazing, taking care of her and her welfare. They tidy and clean her room when she has 'trashed' it. They phone and invite the doctor to see her regularly. Their care is exceptional and it is reassuring to know that Mum is safe and extremely well looked after. No one can do enough for her - even when she exhibits challenging behaviour. Thank you!
I'm happy here. If my husband's needs weren't so high I would have been happy for him to come here too.
Thank you Rose for the wonderful review.
Anything I ask I get, I'm treated with dignity because they let me choose how I wish to do things. The staff are very good, I don't have to put the bell on as they are always here for me. My room is beautiful and I love it, it's large and I've made it home. I'm picky with my food but they give me different things so I get what I want, it's clean here - it's lovely.
Dear Margaret, we always try to provide a home from home for our residents. Thank you for your kind review.
I'm happy. Most people don't want to end their days in a care home, but as I said to my daughter last week, I couldn't want for more here.
Dad is happy at Alphington Lodge.
Thank you for your response and we are so happy you are happy with the care we give.
Regulatory Rating
Care Quality Commission (CQC) Rating
Date: 14 March 2019Good
- 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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- 31 Jan 2025Recipient: Rose Care Group
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