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It is purpose-built to suit many specialist care needs, being ideal for adults diagnosed with dementia.
The dignity of residents is central to all decisions made, while a dedicated activity and lifestyle facilitator is responsible for delivering a varied and engaging daily programme of activities.
Care Provided by Bruce Lodge
Primary Care Categories
- Older Person Care
- Dementia
Length of Stay
- Permanent Care
- Respite Care
Care Types Provided
- Residential Care
- Dementia Residential Care
- For a maximum of 66 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
- Advanced/Complex Dementia
Facilities
- Own Furniture if required
- Near Public Transport
- Lift
- Wheelchair Access
- Gardens
- Bar/Café
- Residents Kitchenette
- 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 Bruce Lodge for full pricing details and T&Cs.
Contact Bruce 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
- Borough Care Ltd
- Voluntary / Not for Profit Owned
Person in charge
- Stephanie Pickard (Care Home Manager)
Local Authority / Social Services
Admission Information
- Mixed (no single-gender units)
- Ages 65+
Care Home Design/Build
- Purpose Built: Yes
- Last Refurbishment: 2022
Room Information
- Single Rooms (66)
- Single Rooms with ensuite Wet Room (66)
Bruce Lodge Reviews (73)
Bruce Lodge has a Review Score of 9.9 (9.912) out of 10, based on 21 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Bruce Lodge has 73 reviews.
The staff at Bruce Lodge have worked so hard in helping my mum settle in. They have been patient and gently encouraged her to take part in activities, whilst taking time out of their day to sit and chat to her about any worries or concerns she may have. They have formed a trusting relationship and friendship with her which is lovely to see. The home is always very clean and the bedrooms/bathroom kept spotless. All the staff, including carers, admin, kitchen, cleaning etc., always have a smile and a quick chat when they are passing through.
Thank you for your lovely review, much appreciated by all the team at Bruce Lodge.
My mother seems happy when I see her, the food is good and I have no complaints about her care. The staff are all friendly and caring.
I look forward to attending the coffee mornings for relatives which is a great idea.
Thank you to the team at Bruce Lodge.
There is a friendly atmosphere which can only improve the environment for visiting families and more importantly for residents.
That said, around 85% of staff are attentive.
I have no complaints so far. Staff are friendly. I can't think of anything else to say.
Every effort is made to keep Mum clean, comfortable and safe. Mum's mobility has declined from a walker to being in a wheelchair mostly which has made her legs weaker but she has gained weight too as a consequence. Did mention her slurred speech and maybe an underactive thyroid medication review and this was dealt with the very next day. A cough was immediately picked up with a visit to A&E next day. I stayed with Mum until her return. Mum mentioned not liking the menu she’s eating at the moment. I’m unsure why but it has already been noted on her medical information that her appetite is poor/needs encouragement. She has gone off soup completely which really surprised me, as this was one of her favourite comfort foods (apart from chocolate and biscuits). I have noticed she doesn’t lean far enough forward when eating so food drips on her clothes. Maybe a napkin or bib could be used. Mum's room is always clean. Mum is asked to engage with activities but needs far more encouragement here.
The laundry destroys a lot of items.
The senior staff deserve a medal but I see a lot of lower grades on their phones all the time. The constant change of managers hasn't helped.
I find Bruce Lodge to be an excellent care home. The staff are excellent and really care for the residents with possibly a couple of exceptions. The present manager is excellent together with her deputies who are all very friendly and approachable. Any issues are dealt with quickly and with utmost care. The food appears to be of good quality. Could possibly be more in way of ‘entertainment’ as such to keep residents alert. Maybe better care of the laundry could be had but very difficult with residents' care needs. I would highly recommend Bruce Lodge.
Mum's room is always clean and tidy and the food cannot be faulted. Mum has been on one trip since being in Bruce Lodge and hopefully she will be involved in more in the future.
My sister was recently admitted to Bruce Lodge and I cannot thank all the staff enough for their amazing care. Everyone treated my sister with the utmost kindness, care and respect and all very friendly, she settled in very well. Food was very good and plenty on offer. Rooms excellent and very clean. I would highly recommend Bruce Lodge to family and friends for their parents/relatives. Nice surroundings. Thanks again to your wonderful caring staff.
Thank you so much for your lovely review. The staff team work so hard and we are so proud of them. We will make sure to share this review with them.
My mum has been a resident for 4 years, and going Bruce Lodge has a daycare centre, before that for 4 years. I find The staff do their utmost to look after my mum, everyone’s so very nice, and really do look after my mum. They can't do enough for her, and would never want my mum to be anywhere else. All the staff are very professional in what they do, there has been emergency times. When my mum had a mini stroke, or fallen out of bed, staff have gone above and beyond, to call an ambulance, and get them there straight away to care for my mum in time. The activity Elves who work within Bruce Lodge, do a great job too. They do loads activities, and set great shows up at the home, and great day trips out, and always do activities with my mum. I haven't got any bad words to say at all, it’s a pleasure to get to know all the team. All the management, and all the care assistants and Activity Elves, well done to you all you need medals. Thank you.
Thank you so much for you kind words. We will make sure this is shared with all of the team at Bruce Lodge - we are proud of everybody for all of their hardwork and dedication.
Mum has settled in well and has made many new friends. She enjoys the day trips and the fact that there is always somebody around to have a cup of tea and a chat. Thank you to the staff for a great job.
Thank you for your kind words - we are so proud of our team and I will be sure to share this with them.
The place is always clean. The staff are extremely friendly and helpful, and always keep me up-to-date.
The food is adequate. There are beautiful outdoor spaces, although these could be maintained much better than they are. There is the added bonus of parks on the doorstep, which is ideal for taking Mum out in her wheelchair.
I was extremely concerned about my mum going into a care home, but after some initial difficulties, I am very happy with the care she receives.
Thank you to everyone at Bruce Lodge.
Thank you for your kind words, it's a pleasure caring for Mum and we will make sure your review is shared with the team.
Couldn't be any happier with the care Bruce Lodge provides for my Mum.
The home is welcoming and staff always courteous, friendly and informative.
All areas are spotless and most importantly my Mum is happy and settled.
Thank you for such a lovely review, we are so proud of the team and I will ensure this is shared with them.
The staff have been so supportive of my Dad as he has had a number of extra health issues. They consult me on any decisions and are quick to resolve any problems. The washing/clothing situation seems to have improved and the new system working much better.
Thank you for a wonderful review, we have worked hard after listening to feedback about improving our laundry system, and will ensure we continue to listen to this feedback. Thank you and I will ensure this is shared with the team.
As I live very far away, I am unable visit her often, but I keep in touch with her via video chats at least once a week, and more often when possible, organised by her carers. On these occasions, she is always nicely turned out, nails colourfully polished and is chatty and cheerful. I spent 7 weeks with her last year to help her settle in and the management and staff could not have been more helpful. The premises are spotless. I am happy with the care that Bruce Lodge is providing for my sister.
Thank you so much for such a lovely review. We were incredibly proud of our team and will ensure this review is shared with them.
As my aunt says, you are all absolutely wonderful!
It's been our pleasure! Thank you so much for your kind words, and I will be sure to share them with the team.
Thank you, Bruce Lodge.
Thank you so much for your kind words, we truly appreciate all feedback and know we will share this with the team.
Thank you to the kind and caring staff at Bruce Lodge who have looked after and helped my brother so much, offering care, comfort and friendship whenever he gets upset and confused. His room is always spotlessly clean. The only downside has been the confusion with his clothing which I believe has now been resolved.
Thank you for your kind words, we really appreciate the feedback and will share it with the team.
Regulatory Rating
Care Quality Commission (CQC) Rating
Date: 22 June 2023Good
- CaringGood
- EffectiveGood
- ResponsiveGood
- SafeGood
- Well-ledRequires improvement
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 (3)
- 31 Jan 2025Recipient: Borough Care Ltd
- 31 Jan 2024Recipient: Borough Care Ltd
- 28 Feb 2023Recipient: Borough Care Ltd
Accreditations
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Meet the Team (1)

Steph joined Borough Care in 2024, bringing 25 years of experience and a true love for care.
She began her journey as a Care Assistant and progressed through roles as Senior Carer, Team Manager and Care Home Manager, always showing dedication and warmth.
At Bruce Lodge, Steph’s focus is on creating a welcoming, family-like atmosphere where every resident feels valued and supported. She believes in a person-centred approach, making sure that every decision prioritises the happiness, comfort, and well-being of everyone who calls Bruce Lodge home.
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