
I cannot begin to say how wonderful she is cared for and it gives the family such peace at mindYvonne S(Daughter of Resident/Service User)

the staff at Cedar Lodge have provided my mum with the utmost care and love every single day.Dan P(Son of Resident/Service User)

Being here staff accepted me for me. They never judge. Their support is amazing.Jemma D(Resident / Service User)

I cannot begin to say how wonderful she is cared for and it gives the family such peace at mindYvonne S(Daughter of Resident/Service User)

the staff at Cedar Lodge have provided my mum with the utmost care and love every single day.Dan P(Son of Resident/Service User)

Being here staff accepted me for me. They never judge. Their support is amazing.Jemma D(Resident / Service User)

Cedar Lodge in Taunton is a friendly home for people needing residential care.
Trained caring staff treat residents with dignity and respect.
There are a wide variety of social activities for residents to enjoy that suit their interests.
Nutritious meals are provided that cater to special dietary requirements.
Care Provided by Cedar Lodge
Primary Care Categories
- Older Person Care
- Dementia
- Mental Health Condition
- Younger Adults
Length of Stay
- Permanent Care
- Respite Care
Care Types Provided
- Residential Care
- Dementia Residential Care
- For a maximum of 57 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
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
Funding & Fees
Weekly Charges per Person
Limes starting at £2000
The price(s) shown are provided by the care home. Contact Cedar Lodge for full pricing details and T&Cs.
Contact Cedar 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
- Willinbrook
- Private Owned
Person in charge
- Jacob Nye (Home Manager)
Local Authority / Social Services
Admission Information
- Mixed (no single-gender units)
- Ages 55+
Care Home Design/Build
- Purpose Built: No
- Last Refurbishment: 2005
- Number of floors: 2
Room Information
- Single Rooms (53)
- Couples/Companion Rooms (2)
Visiting
- N/A
Parking
- N/A
Cedar Lodge Reviews (62)
Cedar Lodge has a Review Score of 9.6 (9.594) out of 10, based on 22 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Cedar Lodge has 62 reviews.
The nursing care is well above standard and clients are treated as part of the family. The staff from reception, laundry, kitchen, cleaners, care staff and nurses are always helpful with nothing being too much trouble. As a family we are so pleased that they are being so well cared for and not have to worry 24 hours a day if they are alright.
Now he is a full time resident at The Limes unit at Cedar Lodge in Taunton.
I have never seen him so happy . He is completely relaxed in his environment. The staff are amazing and he gets the level of support his acute mental illness requires.
I cannot speak highly enough of The Limes . It has given my son a safe place to live with full support.
My son was really struggling living on his own and now he is in full time residential care, this gives me as his mother, such relief that he is being cared for and in a safe and supported environment.
Thank you to all the staff at The Limes at Cedar Lodge.
We are pleased to hear that you have both had and continue to have such a positive experience at The Limes unit.
I will ensure your review and thanks is passed on to the staff team.
I have not seen my Mum smile like she has done so it's moving into Cedar the Lodge. Since before she was diagnosed with dementia. And when you ask her about Cedar Lodge, she says that she loves living here and the help is amazing.
We are very pleased to hear that your Mum is happy and likes living at Cedar Lodge.
My wife's been in full time residency for about two months and, overall , I'm pleased with the care and attention that she receives at Cedar Lodge . She always seems happy when I visit. It's good to know that Cedar lodge provides and manages a personal allowance bank account for items like foot care and hair dressing although I'm disappointed there's no hair dressers appointed at the time of writing as she could do with at least a dry cut. I think a little more attention could be given to ensuring that she doesn't leave her glasses in her room but wears them every day.
We are pleased to hear that you are happy with the care and attention your wife receives at Cedar Lodge.
We are also pleased to inform you that we now have an appointed hairdresser at Cedar Lodge, who will be visiting the home regularly.
Your feedback regarding your wife's glasses has been shared with the team.
Kind Regards
Its a very happy place for him and me to visit him. Xx
Thank you very much for taking your time to share your positive feedback about Cedar Lodge and the staff. We are delighted that Cedar Lodge is a happy place for your Dad, and yourself to visit. Our team are dedicated to providing high quality compassionate care, and we really appreciate the kind review.
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Thank you for making me aware and we will fully investigate your comments.
My sister always seems happy. Visible care and relationship with my sister seems good.
Thank you so much for your kind words. It is lovely to read that your sister is happy at Cedar Lodge and that you've noticed the positive relationships and care she receives. Our team works hard to create a warm, supportive environment, and it means a lot to know it's making a difference. Please...
The limes has helped me in a lot of way through my journey out hospital and all the staff have really supported me through this. One staff member in particular has had a lot of input with myself lately and this is beginning to help me a lot. I really appreciate it here.
Thank you for your care review and kind words they mean so much to us all at The Limes and Cedar Lodge. Your journey is inspiring and the progress you are making incredible!See you soonTake care
My mother is settled and enjoys living in the home.
Thank you so much for your care review, your time and words mean so much to us all at Cedar Lodge. Your families support and kindness over the years is very much valued.See you soonTake care
Staff all very nice and genuinely seem to care about the residents. Care home is a bit dated but clean and homely feel to it. Food always looks nice. I am always offered a drink when I visit. I don't think the staff are able to give my mum the care she needs but this is down to mum's mental health and lack of support from wider authorities.
Thank you so much for your care review and kind words ,it means so much to us all at Cedar Lodge. Thank you for recognizing the way in which we are working for better outcomes for your mum and the length we go to with outside agencies in improving our service.
Mum is very happy and settled in Cedar Lodge. Staff are very helpful. Cannot fault the home.
Thank you so much for your care review. Your comments mean so much to us all at Cedar Lodge and help immensely with our improvement plans.
The limes unit is a wonderful place to be. The staff are caring and considerate. I am lucky to be able to better my life by staying at the Limes. The staff are friendly and its a comfortable atmosphere to be in. The food is excellent and for the first time in my life I have a quality of life which I didn't have before I moved to the limes. The manager is excellent at her job and has a lot of responsibility.
Thank you so much for your care review, it really does mean so much to us all. I'm very pleased to hear you are enjoying your stay at The Limes and your quality of life has improved. You are doing amazing things and have made such progress! all credit to you!
I feel very fortunate that my daughter is in the Limes. The Limes staff and especially the manager have helped and supported my daughter and she is now feeling better than she has for the past 25 years! What they've managed to do is turn her life around with patience and a structured environment. The Limes is a wonderful environment, a lovely atmosphere and the staff are amazing. I truly feel so lucky as I believe the Limes have saved my daughter's life!
Thank you so much for your care review. I'm so happy for your daughters progress and for your family as a whole. Thank you for your continued support in making things happen! Your words mean so much to us all at The Limes and Cedar Lodge.Look forward to seeing you soon.
I'm am very happy with the service you are providing my dad.
Thank you so much for your care review. Your words mean so much to us all at Cedar Lodge and go along way in making further improvements.Look forward to seeing you soon
My uncle came to live at Cedar Lodge Care Home in the summer of 2022 as was struggling to look after himself and was very vulnerable and at risk of coming to harm living in the outside world, and naturally family would always be worrying about him. All the family are happy with the care he gets and know that he is safe. He is also the happiest we have seen him.
Thank you so much for your care review. I'm really pleased to here your uncle is the happiest he has been. Your words mean so much to us all at Cedar Lodge and go along way to making further improvements.
We are welcome at Cedar Lodge anytime of the day. The staff and care providers are friendly and courteous. Our mum is receiving excellent care and is in a happy and loving environment. We feel confident that mum is receiving the best care possible. We are kept up to date with any issues, the staff are like family to us aswell. We like to be involved with mum's care and this is never an issue. Great team.
Thank you for your care review and heart felt words, it really means a lot to us all at Cedar Lodge. Your sentiment is appreciated and wholeheartedly reciprocated.Look forward to seeing you soon.
My experience of the home is that mum seems happy, full of smiles. She enjoyed the singing and seeing the rabbit, holding it and stroking it. It seems that activity really cheered her up. She enjoys going for outings and having a bath. Everytime her nails are painted mum shows them to me and smiles. The staff seem to pay attention and help mum when she is upset.
Thank you so much for your kind words, it means so much to us all at Cedar Lodge. We're so pleased to hear you've had a positive experience. We truly appreciate the time you've taken to complete this review.Look forward to seeing you soon.Take care :-)
When I visit my brother-in-law who lives at Cedar Lodge. I always have a warm welcome, lovely staff and all are caring people. The manager is very nice and understanding. The food is lovely and all fresh veg and looks hot, not frozen rubbish. Keep up the good work at the Cedars Lodge.
Thank you so much for your review and kind words they mean so much to us all at Cedar Lodge. We look forward to welcoming you for lunch soon.Take careMatthew
Their care also extends to us as a family, we know Mum is in safe hands and well cared for,
Thank you for your review and kind words, it means so much to us all at Cedar Lodge. Thank you for your family's support and kindness over the many years. Take care, Matthew.
My dad has been living at Cedar Lodge for almost two years. It has been hard for him at times as he gets very anxious but the staff have always been so kind and reassuring. They have encouraged him to make decisions for himself whenever possible. I find that there is good communication from the lodge regarding my dad's needs, and if there are any changes in his care I know he is safe and content at Cedar Lodge.
Thank you so very much for your review and kind words, it means so much to us all at Cedar Lodge. Thank you for your family's support and kindness over the years. See you soon. Take care.
Regulatory Rating
Care Quality Commission (CQC) Rating
Date: 17 October 2019Good
- CaringGood
- EffectiveGood
- ResponsiveOutstanding
- 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
2 Bed Vacancies
Posted: 17 July 2026Rooms available for individuals living with dementia and looking for a wonderful homely residential home.
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Awards / Recognitions (1)
- 11 Apr 2011Recipient: Cedar Lodge
Accreditations
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cedar Lodge
What types of Care is Cedar Lodge registered for?
Older Person Care, Dementia, Mental Health Condition, Younger Adults are the registered (by the Care Quality Commission) categories of Care.
How many Rooms does Cedar Lodge have?
There are 53 Single Rooms and 2 Couples/Companion Rooms.
What are the Facilities & Services at Cedar 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 are some of the Facilities & Services.
How far is Cedar Lodge to the centre of Taunton?
1.3 mile(s) as the crow flies, distance by road may be significantly further.
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