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The aim of the service is to look after healthcare needs while enabling residents to maintain as much independence as possible, in an environment in which they feel empowered to practise their life skills.
A good social atmosphere can be enjoyed by up to forty residents, with some provision also available for respite services for those who care in the community.
Care Provided by Lumley Residential Home
Primary Care Categories
- Older Person Care
- Dementia
- Learning Disability / Autism
- Mental Health Condition
- Younger Adults
Length of Stay
- Permanent Care
- Respite Care
Care Types Provided
- Residential Care
- Dementia Residential Care
- For a maximum of 40 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
Other Care Provided
- Parkinson's Disease
- Stroke
- Palliative / End of Life Care
- Bariatric Care/Obesity
- Convalescent Care
Facilities
- Own Furniture if required
- Pet Friendly (or by arrangement)
- Close to Local shops
- Near Public Transport
- Minibus or other transport
- Wheelchair Access
- Ground Floor Accommodation only
- Gardens
- 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 Lumley Residential Home for full pricing details and T&Cs.
Contact Lumley Residential Home 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
- The Bondcare Group
- Private Owned
Person in charge
- Victoria Brettwood (Home Manager)
Local Authority / Social Services
Admission Information
- Mixed (no single-gender units)
- Ages from 18 to 120
Care Home Design/Build
- Purpose Built: Yes
- Year Purpose Built: 1992
- Last Refurbishment: 2022
- Number of floors: 1
Room Information
- Single Rooms (33)
- Single Rooms with ensuite Wet Room (33)
Lumley Residential Home Reviews (36)
Lumley Residential Home has a Review Score of 9.6 (9.642) out of 10, based on 15 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Lumley Residential Home has 36 reviews.
The care and compassion from all the staff is excellent. All the staff are friendly to us when we visit. The feeling when you walk in is calming and inviting. The staff treat all residents with the highest possible level of extraordinary care. Nothing is too much trouble. We know we have chosen the right home.
Thank you for taking the time to review and for your kind words.
I just want to say the care my mam has had from staff in Lumley is fantastic. If I have had a problem, I know I can go to the staff, and it's sorted straight away. She is now near the end of her life, and the staff are still there for her and the family. I cannot fault them one bit, making my mam so comfortable and there for when we need them.
Thank you Angela for your kind feedback which means alot to us. Greatly appreciated
Following an issue with my father's personal hygiene and some communication problems, I raised the concerns surrounding these with Lumley Court's manager. She listened to my concerns and suggestions and was very prompt and took action straight away. Dad's care package was updated, and an agreed action plan was put into place between the care staff and family members to help dad be more comfortable. The manager and senior staff gave dad and family their support and I thank them for their understanding.
My father was in a care home and had a stroke. We were told that they would not be taking him back so we moved him here and he has progressed more than we expected. The staff really do care for the residents. The manner in which they speak to them and handle them is nothing short of respect. My father is always clean and tidy and shaved and hair washed, sometimes not always wearing someone else's clothing, but we have put this down to various covid problems. There is plenty of entertainment for the residents, always something going on. My father is very happy here and so are we, and couldn't ask for more.
Thank you for the kind comments and review. We are reviewing the clothing issues at present and I trust you will see improvements
Some staff are friendly and some are not. The laundry system does not work my husband is often wearing other people's clothes.
I am very keen to meet with you to discuss your feedback, can I trouble you to get in touch with me via the office at admin@bondcare.co.uk
Excellent staff, clean and tidy room. Can't fault, even good parking for visitors. Staff show great respect for residents and visitors alike.
Brilliant staff very caring. Nothing is too much trouble you can ring whenever you want which does put your mind at rest, thank you for looking after my Dad he says he really enjoys the food. I know he is in a safe place.
We could not praise enough the staff at the home. Throughout the two years, they cared for our mother; they were so fantastic. From being in the home, she completely blossomed, and she was always happy and well cared for. 100% would (and have) recommend this home to others.
I cannot put into words how happy I am at the service my mam received form this home. Home from home, loving, caring, compassionate and dedicated going beyond the job description, are just a few words of so many I have. I cannot recommend this home enough for your loved ones. My mam regained her life, and somebody else's! She was so happy and settled from her very first day, and loved being there and the staff loved her back. You would be hard pushed to find a home that gives this level of care on a daily basis.
Cannot find fault of anything.
The care and support given to my mam by all members of staff is second to none. My mam is always clean and tidy whenever we visit. The respect shown to my mam is amazing and she is always happy.
It was a very difficult decision but Mam loves it here.
The staff are lovely.
She is well fed and kept clean.
The family is very pleased with how happy Mam is.
Lumley Court is an excellent care home for dementia residents. The staff are lovely and really care about the people they look after. I can walk in at any time and see how lovely they treat everyone. This never varies. I feel completely confident in leaving my husband there. He appears to be more settled now than any time since he retired 9 years ago.
I am quite happy with the home, staff and attention they give to the residents.
The care given to my brother by all staff in Lumley Court is excellent.
Thank you John for your kind comments.
I am very happy with the way my wife is treated in Lumley Court.
Peter, Many thanks for your kind feedback.
Regulatory Rating
Care Quality Commission (CQC) Rating
Date: 21 December 2022Good
- CaringGood
- EffectiveGood
- ResponsiveGood
- SafeGood
- Well-ledGood
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- 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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