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St Aidan Lodge Residential Care Home

Front Street, Framwellgate Moor, Durham DH1 5BL
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St Aidan Lodge Residential Care Home, Durham

St Aidan Lodge residential care home is an independently owned and operated care home providing high-quality care to those requiring residential or residential dementia care. The home is purpose built with ample communal space and adaptations to help those with complex physical needs to be cared for.

There has been a recent refurbishment scheme at St Aidan lodge with new soft furnishings, updated flooring and now there is provision of WIFI for guests and residents throughout the home.

Care Provided by St Aidan Lodge Residential Care Home

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 62 Service Users

Dementia Care Types

  • Mild Dementia
  • Moderate Dementia
  • Advanced/Complex Dementia

Other Care Provided

  • Stroke
  • Palliative / End of Life Care
  • COPD/Pulmonary Disease
  • Convalescent 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
  • Residents Kitchenette
  • Phone Point in own room
  • Television point in own room
  • Residents Internet Access

Funding & Fees

Weekly Charges per Person

Type of carePermanentRespite
Residential CareFrom £1,067From £1,067
Residential Dementia CareFrom £1,134From £1,134

Fees are correct as of 24/04/2026 and are reviewed annually.

Contact St Aidan Lodge Residential Care 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

Owner

  • Ideal Care (North) Ltd
  • Private Owned

Person in charge

  • Claire McArdle (Registered Manager)

Local Authority / Social Services

Admission Information

  • Ages 65+

Care Home Design/Build

  • Purpose Built: Yes
  • Last Refurbishment: 2023
  • Number of floors: 2

Room Information

  • Single Rooms (62)

Visiting

  • Please avoid meal times if possible i.e. 0830-0930, 1230-1400 and 1630-1800

Parking

  • Parking is available on site with no charge and the adjacent public parking, behind the community centre, is also free of charge as of Feb 2024.

St Aidan Lodge Residential Care Home Reviews (56)

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9.8

St Aidan Lodge Residential Care Home has a Review Score of 9.8 (9.779) out of 10, based on 13 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time St Aidan Lodge Residential Care Home has 56 reviews.

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Review from J C (Friend of Resident) published on 29 November 2019 Submitted via Postal Card
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I would like to take this opportunity to thank all the staff at St Aidan for their kind, thoughtful and compassion in looking after my dear friend who spent his last 7 months with them. My friend had nothing but praise for all the staff and was happy to give up his home to live there.

He was really looking forward to Christmas with them but unfortunately, he took ill and died in hosptial in October.

Reply from Claire McArdle, Registered Manager at St Aidan Lodge Residential Care Home

Thank you for your kind message and we were proud to share the time we had with your friend.

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Review from A M (Daughter of Resident) published on 25 November 2019 Submitted via Postal Card
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Mum's care while at St Aidan Lodge has been very good. In a safe and caring environment.

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Review from Eric A (Son of Resident) published on 21 October 2019 Submitted via Website
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My father has now been a resident since May 2019 and has been treated with great respect, care and dignity.
The staff have been very obliging wherever possible and have helped when possible to make life better for all.
My father has settled in well, he feels safe and well looked after.

The management and staff always advise us of any matters and are always trying to review procedures for the better.

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Review from J P (Daughter of Resident) published on 13 June 2019 Submitted via Website
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Respite user.
My mum has alzheimers/dementia.
Excellent care home. Mum's happy place where she can chat with friends and take part in all kinds of activities, her favourite being word games.
Tea and coffee always available and lovely homemade cakes and fruit.
Activities in the garden on fine days.
Mum has always been well looked after here. I am happy to leave her there.
She can sit and watch TV in her ensuite room or join in.
The staff and leaders are all friendly and the manager couldn't be nicer.
As a visitor, l am always made welcome and the staff are always ready with help or advice l may need.

I can't recommend St Aidan Lodge Care Home enough.

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Review from Caroline W (Daughter of Resident) published on 23 April 2019 Submitted via Website
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Outstanding care home. It is so unfortunate that my Mum had to move out of St Aidan, due to her continued falls, to a nursing home. The staff and seniors are superb. My aunt, aged 105, is still there. I wish my Mum, aged 101, was still there. You should offer training to others!

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Review from Jean W (Daughter of Resident) published on 26 February 2019 Submitted via Postal Card
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Staff are very friendly, helpful and pick up on health issues and mood changes and get doctor straight in if needed. Always inform the family of any problems. Would highly recommend this home to anyone.

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Review from G H (Relative of Resident) published on 3 August 2018 Submitted via Postal Card
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My elderly relative aged 105 has been in St Aidan for over 5 years. She has been well looked after and is always clean and tidy. The staff always phone me if there is a problem. They try very hard to ensure the residents are well looked after.

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Review from Lynn S (Relative of Resident) published on 3 August 2018 Submitted via Postal Card
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All staff have been very friendly and professional, caring and well experienced.

We feel at ease knowing the staff are so professional. The building is light and airy. It also gets lots of daylight.

It's peace of mind knowing some of the staff have worked at this care home for many years. They seem to pick up on any health problems with urgency.

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Review from Carol W (Niece of Resident) published on 11 July 2018 Submitted via Postal Card
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Staff professional, welcoming, caring, friendly. This care home feels like a home from home atmosphere. Staff always happy and smiling trying their best to satisfy all clients needs including mental stimulation, enjoyment and a feeling of worth.

Very relaxed atmosphere makes it very easy for both residents and family members to join in activities and functions and also discuss with staff any worries which are quickly resolved.

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Review from Alison G (Daughter of Resident) published on 26 May 2017 Submitted via Website
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It is a lovely home with friendly staff across the board. We have been going over a year and have nothing to complain about. We were very concerned about safety in the bungalow as being diagnosed with dementia we couldn't be there all the time, so safety was our first priority in looking at homes we are very happy with this one.

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Review from Fiona J (Daughter of Resident) published on 9 March 2017 Submitted via Website
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Since mam was put into your care, all staff have been so friendly caring and helpful not just to mam but to my dad, myself and my nephew. The management all care. Staff and cleaners were there for mam, myself and my nephew when dad died in December so would like to take this moment to say a big thank you to you all.

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Review from Edna S (Daughter of Resident) published on 6 March 2017 Submitted via Website
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My father was a resident in this home for 12 months before his death at the age of 95 years. Throughout this time he was cared for with dignity and consideration by all staff who had contact with him. From initially being reluctant to become resident in a care home, he very quickly adjusted to his surroundings and soon felt very comfortable and safe with great support from all staff.
I visited him regularly and invariably found staff to be welcoming, helpful and responsive to his every need. Their approach was totally professional but always with a personal touch and my father's only comment when asked about the nurses was, "they are wonderful".

I would have no hesitation in recommending this home and am so pleased we chose it for my father. It is always a potential source of worry when placing a relative in residential care, but St Aidan's was reassuringly the right choice for my father and the standard of care exceptional.

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Review from Jen L (Daughter-in-law of Resident) published on 31 October 2016 Submitted via Website
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It's 14 months since my Mum moved into St Aidan Lodge. Before deciding on a Care Home we looked round several, all were good but Mum required EMI support, and being prone to falls, she also required a low rise bed and Aidan Lodge could provide both of these. So despite being somewhat limited in choice, we realised very quickly that Mum ( and her family) were in good hands.
The staff are extremely welcoming and very supportive of what is a very difficult time for everyone.
We were able to furnish Mum's room just as she wanted it, nothing was too much trouble for the staff.
One of the nicest things about St Aidan Lodge is that the staff really try to get to know the residents, their background and their families. I can echo what another reviewer said, when you leave the Home you can do so in the knowledge that your loved one is in good hands.

The only thing that is missing is WiFi because many elderly (with help) use skype to stay in touch with family - particularly grandchildren.

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Review from Janis S (Daughter of Resident) published on 29 June 2016 Submitted via Website
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When looking for a Care Home for Mam we were very impressed with St. Aidan Lodge. We are so pleased we chose this Care Home. Mam has been a resident for over a year and during this time has had a high standard of care and is very happy and content there. I would recommend St.Aidan Lodge, everyone is welcoming, friendly and very supportive. Rooms are to a high standard and are kept very clean.

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Review from Claire G (Granddaughter of Resident) published on 17 July 2015 Submitted via Website
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The help and care St Aidan Lodge have given us and my Grandmother from the first phone call to becoming a resident has been exceptional. The staff have been very keen to ensure we know that this is now her home and nothing is too much trouble. The rooms are very nice, light, bright and comfortable with an ensuite toilet and basin. The food is delicious and there is a great variety and choice. Activities are held daily and are fun and stimulating. I would highly recommend this care home to anyone.

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Review from Stephanie S (Daughter of Resident) published on 17 July 2015 Submitted via Website
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St Aidans is a true caring home, the staff are all friendly from the cleaning staff to the top management. My mam lived there for 3 happy years, the place itself is kept clean and tidy and feels like home for the residents. Mam suffered with dementia/alzhemiers, the staff gave mam a great quality of life, they were attentive, encouraged her to do things for herself when she was still able. They have a great team who encourage and support residents. Please be rest assured if you are looking for a caring and loving homely environment, you couldn't choose a better place, every time I left mam after visiting her I felt rest assured she was totally cared for and in a safe environment where she was treated with help, support and love.

The staff at St. Aidan's are true carers and my family and I can't thank them enough for everything they did for my mam.

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Regulatory Rating

Care Quality Commission (CQC) Rating

Date: 19 December 2018
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  • Well-ledGood
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Claire McArdle
Claire McArdleJob Title:Registered ManagerJoined: 2001

Claire has worked in the care home since it was first opened and has progressed through the roles from carer to senior, then deputy and since 2015 as the registered manager for the care home. She has strong local roots and a deep understanding of this home and what we can offer to residents.

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