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The home is within easy walking distance of Marple town centre and is well served by public transport, making it easily accessible for visiting family and friends.
Following extensive internal and external renovations completed in summer 2023,...
Care Provided by Marple Lodge
Primary Care Categories
- Older Person Care
- Dementia
- Mental Health Condition
- Visual / Hearing Impairment
Length of Stay
- Permanent Care
- Respite Care
Care Types Provided
- Residential Care
- Dementia Residential Care
- For a maximum of 20 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
- COPD/Pulmonary Disease
- Convalescent Care
- Day Care
Facilities
- Own Furniture if required
- Pet Friendly (or by arrangement)
- 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
- Residents Internet Access
Funding & Fees
Weekly Charges per Person
Please contact the team to discuss individual needs for a personalised quote.
The price(s) shown are provided by the care home. Contact Marple Lodge for full pricing details and T&Cs.
Contact Marple 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
- Curo Care Group Ltd
- Private Owned
Person in charge
- James Bamford (Manager)
Local Authority / Social Services
Admission Information
- Ages 65+
Care Home Design/Build
- Purpose Built: No
- Last Refurbishment: 2023
- Number of floors: 3
Room Information
- Single Rooms (14)
- Couples/Companion Rooms (3)
- Single Rooms with ensuite Wet Room (1)
Visiting
- The home operates an open door policy for all visitors, but may ask to avoid mealtimes
Parking
- Private Parking
Marple Lodge Reviews (14)
Marple Lodge has a Review Score of 9.1 (9.102) out of 10, based on 9 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Marple Lodge has 14 reviews.
As a family, we are very happy with the care and attention mum receives. She loves most of the staff, and they are very good with her, especially with mum, as she gets very agitated, and they always reassure her she is okay. We also like the fact that they feed her what she likes.
I keep telling my friends in Marple Lodge to reserve a place for me as it seems the type of establishment I could enjoy living in.
aww this is amazing to hear. thank you for your kind words which i will share with the team. Your always welcome at Marple Lodge
Excellent care home. Mum isn't the easiest of resident, but she has settled more here than her two previous care homes. Staff are always willing to help and aid when needed.
thank you for the great feedback, this helps the team develop and grow and mum is a pleasure to care for.
Mum arrived here 6 days ago. She is happy here. I know she is safe and well cared for. Staff are lovely.
thank you for the great feedback, this helps the team develop and grow and mum is a pleasure to care for.
Such loving care given to my aunt by all staff and management. Their thoughtfulness and empathy shone through at all times. Visitors always given a friendly welcome. Thank you James and all the staff so much.
My parents both moved to Marple Lodge in 2024 and I have been pleased with the care they have received since. My dad passed away this month and the wonderful team at Marple Lodge were simply amazing with myself, the family, but especially my mum who continues to live there. They really have gone the extra mile this month. An awful situation made easier by the whole team's genuinely caring nature. I cannot thank them enough.
Thank you for your feed back and a review, we strive to provide the best for those we are caring for and all feedback. The team have been amazing and looking after dad and continue to look after mum is a pleasure
The staff are always there to help. The home is always clean and tidy. The services they provide are excellent.
Thank you for the feed back, it is always great for the team to receive feedback.
Most of the staff are very friendly and helpful. Personally I think some of the residents could be walked about a bit more. Everyone is treated with upmost respect. Most questions asked are answered with honesty and are private. All visitors are offered food and drinks which is ideal for people travelling a considerable distance to visit family.
Thank you for your feed back and a review, we strive to provide the best for those we are caring for and all feedback is received and acted on.
All staff are friendly and supportive and provide weekly updates as requested.
Our relative has settled into the new environment over the last 14 months and we hope this continues
Thank you very much for your view, we strive for the very best of those we look after and feedback is always welcome, this continues to help Marple Lodge make positive change.
This care home is excellent. My nephew is very well cared for. The staff are very kind and welcoming to relatives. He is very happy despite his condition. I can't speak too highly of Marple Lodge.
As a volunteer with therapy dogs nationwide, I have set up a regular visit to the home with my registered therapy dog Maggie, a Golden Retriever. We were warmly received by both staff and residents on our first visit in January and hope to continue regular visits in the future.
Thank you for the lovely review, we look forward to seeing you again soon!
My lovely Dad had a stroke 6 months ago and made the very difficult decision to go into care. It was an extremely worrying time as we have never had any involvement with 24-hour care. He has recently moved into Marple Lodge care home, and I can honestly say it was probably the best decision my Dad made. He has settled in so well, but this is down to the staff in the home. They are all so lovely and kind, they included him as soon as he got there. He was allowed to take his own recliner chair which is in a lovely, light room. The social activities run in here too so there is plenty of activity to keep Dad occupied. They ensure he goes into the dining room at meal times, and although he doesn’t walk anymore or have any use of his left arm, this is never too much trouble and they ensure he is never left out. The manager has been so helpful, from the minute she assessed Dad, she has gone above and beyond to make us all feel so reassured and at home. This move for Dad was meant to be.
Mum spent 18 months at Marple Lodge following a stroke at home until she passed away in January 2024. In all that time, she was cared for in an exemplary way with kindness, dignity and professionalism. Every member of staff showed a true caring nature from the cleaners to the catering staff as well as the caring staff. The manager leads from the front and shows true empathy with all residents which is passed down throughout the whole team. Nothing is too much trouble. The accommodation is very clean, the meals are tailor-made if required. Visiting is available at any time. Not only was my mum very well cared for but l was also always made to feel welcome. There are regular family meetings to keep everyone in the loop and to air any suggestions. An activities coordinator keeps things fresh and interesting and outside visits are enjoyed. This is a care home in the true sense of the word and l wholeheartedly recommend it.
I can not recommend this care home enough, my grandma’s needs were recognised and met instantly. The staff actually care and the managers fully involved. The staff, residents and any family member I’ve encountered are all so so happy with the care our loved one is receiving.
Regulatory Rating
Care Quality Commission (CQC) Rating
Date: 21 August 2021Good
- 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.
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Meet the Team (1)

James has been the manager at Marple Lodge since 2025. He comes with a wealth of experience, gaining his Level 5 Health and Social Care in 2024.
He has worked in the care sector for over 14 years, working as a care assistant, senior care assistant and deputy manager. He likes a nice, vibrant home where all the residents are well looked after, smiling and happy. Marple Lodge pride on the wealth of experience all of the care team bring, bringing over 60 years of working in the care sector.
Frequently Asked Questions about Marple Lodge
What types of Care is Marple Lodge registered for?
Older Person Care, Dementia, Mental Health Condition, Visual / Hearing Impairment are the registered (by the Care Quality Commission) categories of Care.
How many Rooms does Marple Lodge have?
There are 14 Single Rooms and 3 Couples/Companion Rooms.
What are the Facilities & Services at Marple Lodge?
Own Furniture if required, Pet Friendly (or by arrangement), 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, Residents Internet Access are some of the Facilities & Services.
How far is Marple Lodge to the centre of Stockport?
4.2 mile(s) as the crow flies, distance by road may be significantly further.
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