Doddington Lodge

I am so happy my Mother got a place in Doddington Lodge. The place itself is beautiful with lovely big rooms, all facilities and immaculately clean - you could believe you were in a really excellent hotel. The carers are wonderful - truly outstanding. Nothing ever seems to be too much trouble, there is always a kind word and a bright smile and I feel they truly care. It makes me feel so happy that Mum is in such a loving and nurturing environment and I have complete peace of mind as I live quite a long way from her. All her needs are met on every level and the food is truly excellent. Mum's life has improved greatly now as she is always out of bed and dressed and has plenty of company. Just as importantly visitors are welcomed at any time. I would absolutely recommend Doddington Lodge to anyone who asked.

My grandmother has been a resident since December 2022. We are very happy with the care and support that she receives at Doddington Lodge. When questioned about how she is getting on, she never has a negative thing to say. As the rest of the family live some distance away, it is very reassuring to know that she is safe and well cared for.

This was my first experience of respite and care home life so I was inevitably anxious. But the Doddington team made it a totally positive experience and I look forward to returning. Thank you all.

My mother has been a resident at Doddington Lodge for nearly 3 years and I could not be happier with the care and support she receives from the manager down to all the other staff. I have visited many other care homes but have to say the activities they provide at Doddington to keep the residents happy and healthy are second to none. The food is also excellent and my mum is very happy to call Doddington her home

The mostly local staff are very kind and attentive. The whole team run things professionally and in a caring manner. The environment is very pleasant and reassuringly secure for dementia residents. The location is attractive and rural

The staff were without exception fantastic, (including domestic staff who were so wonderfully kind), and I would return my Mum for a future stay without hesitation.

Everyone in Doddington Lodge has always looked after me so well, the food is always good and I feel so well looked after here and comfortable. It will be a job to find anywhere so good.

Mum entered Doddington Lodge (age 99) at very short notice and has been treated with great care ever since. It is no exaggeration to say that it has become her home. As we live some three hours away it has been especially helpful and appreciated that we have been able to visit whenever with no restraint on time. This coupled with access to the dining room means that we can spend quality time with her and enjoy the excellent food that she herself enjoys. A place is only as good as its people and in this respect all the staff are exceptional and we have been shown the utmost kindness by everyone to date. In her time mum has been both a SRN and a carer and it is without doubt a wonderful thing that she is getting that same love and attention that she would wish to bestow on others.

My parents moved into Doddington Lodge in May last year. From day one they were made to feel like this was their home. Doddington is a special place and really is like a home, not a care home. The staff are all so friendly, loving and caring, whilst at the same time being totally professional. The activities are always interesting and varied and the staff go out of their way to keep all the residents happy and contented. My family and I are more than happy knowing that my parents are being well looked after, in every aspect. We are all of the same opinion, Doddington Lodge is a special place and we would recommend it to anyone.

Doddington Lodge provides a homely and safe environment for all its residents, being set in beautiful surroundings, the accommodation is furnished to a very good standard, meals are nutritious and well served. The staff are very caring, competent, and considerate to all residents whatever their classification. I have watched them attending to every need with gracious and unstinting compassion and patience. They are all first class from the manager to the last member of the establishment. I only hope that when the time comes that I need care, for whatever reason, that I may find a place within Doddington Lodge with its caring and loving staff. My sincere thanks to them all.

Beautiful building staffed by beautiful people who really care.

This feels more like a hotel than a care home. The staff are very friendly and helpful, the building and interior are of an excellent quality. The staff really know their residents and their particular needs. The manager is very accessible and helpful.

The care and support that the team have shown toward our beloved friend and us has been brilliant. The home is a cross between feeling like a country hotel and a home from home. Everyone welcomes you like an old friend. Doddington has made an experience we were dreading (transitioning our friend who has dementia into a care home) as smooth, calm and happy as it could be. We all (family friends and neighbours) feel confident and reassured that now she can no longer be at home this is the best place to live. Life is certainly not over for the residents of Doddington Lodge there is plenty to engage in and enjoy there every day. We are so thankful.

Doddington Lodge is a fantastic care home. They absolutely go above and beyond for their residents and families. You can tell their staff are treated with so much respect and kindness as this shows when you visit the home. Such a bright and welcoming place, with beautiful surroundings and gardens. My grandad was treated with such a high standard of care, the girls looked after him like he was their own grandad. I could rest assured that my grandad was being cared for without feeling anxious for him. I highly recommend Doddington Lodge and all its wonderful staff, kitchen staff and amazing carers that show compassion and dignity every single day without fail. Staff deserve all the praise in the world!

My brother moved into Doddington in August 2020. The family are very pleased with how the staff have been and we know he gets the best care provided. He is settled in his surroundings and thinks of Doddington as his home. We would like to thank the management team, carers and all the staff that support him at Doddington. We can not recommend this home enough.

I cannot thank the amazing staff at Doddington Lodge enough. My mother is a recent resident and is settling in very well. The staff are always so friendly and welcoming and have made the transition of moving into a care home so much easier. The staff have a wonderful can-do attitude and nothing is too much trouble. The food is amazing and the activities they organise for the residents are brilliant. It really is home from home and a fantastic place to be.

A big thank you to you all.

A special thank you goes to you all.

Unfortunately, his health deteriorated and is no longer with us, but as a family have much appreciation to the whole team at Doddington Lodge.

I know Mum is well looked after by a very caring team at Doddington Lodge, in a beautiful and peaceful environment. A big 'thank you' to all those who pay attention to the details and go the extra mile to make the lives of all the residents that bit more comfortable and happy. It is such a comfort to know that there is help available for all the everyday things Mum can no longer do for herself, and many activities for her to join in whenever she wants to.