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Barchester Leonard Lodge Care Home

Roxwell Gardens, Hutton, Brentwood, Essex CM13 1AQ
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excellent care and I always have peace of mind that he is being well-looked after at Leonard LodgeE M(Daughter of Resident/Service User)
Barchester Leonard Lodge Care Home, Brentwood
We have so much to be thankful for all that Leonard Lodge have done.Chris J(Son of Resident/Service User)
Barchester Leonard Lodge Care Home, Brentwood
I would recommend to others most definately.Annette J(Daughter of Resident/Service User)
Barchester Leonard Lodge Care Home, Brentwood

Leonard Lodge is set in a tranquil area at the back of the Hutton Poplars Estate, yet only half a mile from Shenfield town centre. Care workers provide first-class 24-hour nursing care alongside expert care for people with dementia in their Memory Lane Community. They also offer convalescent and intermediate care.

A team of highly qualified and attentive staff really focus on the individual needs of residents with a tailored care...  

Care Provided by Barchester Leonard Lodge Care Home

Primary Care Categories

  • Older Person Care
  • Dementia

Length of Stay

  • Permanent Care
  • Respite Care

Care Types Provided

  • Residential Care
  • Nursing Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Dementia Nursing Care
  • For a maximum of 60 Service Users

Dementia Care Types

  • Mild Dementia
  • Moderate Dementia
  • Advanced/Complex Dementia

Other Care Provided

  • Parkinson's Disease
  • 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
  • Bar/Café
  • Phone Point in own room
  • Television point in own room
  • Residents Internet Access

Funding & Fees

Weekly Charges per Person

Type of carePermanentRespite
Nursing CareFrom £1,500N/A

This Weekly Fee rate is an indication only of a typical standard fee rate for a resident living in a standard, comfortable room. A final Weekly Fee rate will be confirmed once we have carried out a pre-admission needs assessment.

Contact Barchester Leonard Lodge 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)

Support you may be entitled to

  • If you chose a care home based in England, you may be eligible for NHS Funded Nursing Care (FNC), which helps cover the cost of nursing. This is worth £267.68 per week and is usually paid directly to the care home.

Good to Know

Group / Owner

Person in charge

  • Corina Popescu(General Manager)

Local Authority / Social Services

Admission Information

  • Ages 65+

Care Home Design/Build

  • Purpose Built: Yes
  • Last Refurbishment: 2017

Room Information

  • Single Rooms (60)

Barchester Leonard Lodge Care Home Reviews (111)

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9.5

Barchester Leonard Lodge Care Home has a Review Score of 9.5 (9.543) out of 10, based on 14 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time Barchester Leonard Lodge Care Home has 111 reviews.

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Review from L S (Daughter of Resident) published on 23 October 2017 Submitted via Postal Card
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Friendly caring staff. Always willing to help.

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Review from P S (Son of Resident) published on 20 October 2017 Submitted via Postal Card
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All staff are friendly and helpful, I feel extremely confident in leaving my mother here whilst away on holiday.

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Review from Christine H (Wife of Resident) published on 26 September 2017 Submitted via Postal Card
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My husband was only in for 3 weeks sadly. In that time he was treated to the utmost kindness and dignity I could have wished for. The staff were magnificent with my husband who was bedridden with dementia and was not able to communicate. They treated myself and relatives with such kindness and support. The management were equally as kind, taking the time to now all their residents and family. Gold stars to all!

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Review from Jan W (Daughter-in-law of Resident) published on 22 August 2017 Submitted via Website
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My mother-in-law was transferred to Leonard Lodge in March 2017 after her original home was unable to care for her, due to a recent illness and increased care needs. We felt that the team at Leonard Lodge were approachable and considerate. Although we were anxious that the transfer may cause her distress we were pleased that the staff treated her with dignity as well as gentleness and she settled into her new environment and soon began eating again. The home was in need of redecoration and we were assured by staff that this would be undertaken within the first few weeks of her stay. Memory Lane at Leonard Lodge has been completely refurbished and this has made such a difference to the atmosphere. It is now clean, bright, cheerful and welcoming. Many new additions to the furnishing have enhanced the overall appearance. The one constant thing is that the manager and staff know, in depth, all about the residents and focus on their needs. We wouldn't hesitate to recommend Leonard Lodge.

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Review from Nick C (Resident / Service User) published on 27 June 2017 Submitted via Website
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I went to Leonard Lodge seeking post-operative respite care. I was greeted with great kindness and made to feel instantly at home.
Nothing was too much trouble and the warm friendly staff went out of their way to tend to my needs.
I realised I had made the right decision from the moment I arrived to the time I left.

Should I need similar care in the near future I would without hesitation go to Leonard Lodge.

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Review from P C (Son of Resident) published on 14 June 2017 Submitted via Postal Card
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Mum has complex physical and mental health needs. The staff all know mum and so their best for her.

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Review from Ivy C (Wife of Resident) published on 6 June 2017 Submitted via Postal Card
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My husband is a resident here and we find it perfect in every way. The staff are so caring, food is good and varied. I would recommend it to anyone.

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Review from E G (Daughter of Resident) published on 18 May 2017 Submitted via Postal Card
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I spent 2 weeks post operative care at the nursing home. Overall I enjoyed my her stay and found the staff to be kind and considerate. I commend the staff in particular and would recommend the nursing home highly.

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Review from David W (Son of Resident) published on 28 March 2017 Submitted via Postal Card
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My mother needed emergency respite following the hopsitalisation of my father. They are both in their nineties. My mum was very apprehensive about having care but the manager and staff could not have been more helpful and supportive. While in th home mum made many friends among residents and staff and had othing but goo experiences.It was such a releif for m dad to kow shw was happy and cared for,

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Review from Linda H (Daughter of Resident) published on 7 March 2017 Submitted via Postal Card
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Our experience at Leonard Lodge Care home has been nothing less than excellent. From our first meeting with the manager, we knew it was the place we wanted dad to be. We knew he would be safe, secure and very well cared for. The staff are wonderful, so caring and kind, friendly and approachable nothing is too much trouble.

The management and admin staff are very professional and extremely helpful and knowledgeable. I would recommend this nursing home to anyone very happy.

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Review from G H (Son of Resident) published on 24 January 2017 Submitted via Postal Card
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All staff are friendly and helpful. Only complaint is too many chips and mash all the time, not enough vegetables. Overall very good meals, but mash and chips too often.

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Review from K I (Son of Resident) published on 20 January 2017 Submitted via Postal Card
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My father entered Leonard Lodge in September 2016. He was 90 years old and suffering from dementia and totally dependent on 24/7 nursing care. From the outset, great thought and sensitivity to his needs were demonstrated with staff adjusting the care they provided to ensure he was always given the right help at the right time. Also, my family who visited Leonard Lodge were warmly welcomed with time always made to discuss any concerns that arose. I can't speak highly enough of the team. Thank you.

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Review from Diana S (Daughter of Resident) published on 8 December 2016 Submitted via Website
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My mum has been living at Leonard Lodge since August. I must praise the staff for their professionalism, care and kindness shown, not only to mum, but also to the rest of the family. All mum’s medical needs have been met quickly by the fantastic nursing team. Mum is content, comfortable and very well cared for here. I don’t think her needs could be met, any better, in any other home.

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Review from Brian W (Son-in-law of Resident) published on 2 December 2016 Submitted via Postal Card
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My mother-in-law has very recently moved into the above home. Having spent 6 weeks in the hospital. On arrival, she was in a bad state of health and cleanliness. The care has looked after her and the improvement is unbelievable. Well done!!

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Review from Ralph H (Son-in-law of Resident) published on 8 November 2016 Submitted via Postal Card
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Clean, bright and relaxed feel - staff all dedicated friendly and happy. Very well run.

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Review from Joan V (Resident / Service User) published on 24 October 2016 Submitted via Postal Card
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The care and support I received at Leonard Lodge Care Home was exemplary from the top management to the chefs, cleaners and odd job man. I arrived by ambulance at approx 4.30pm after 10 days in the hospital with 2 drains from my stomach and legs swollen like tree trunks. I was asked about evening meals and a wash/cream of my legs. By 7.45 I had had my meal legs attended and in bed extremely comfortable. I was overwhelmed. This care and understanding lasted for all the 3 weeks I was resident. I observed all staff night and day who gave the same care to every patient. Thanks to Leonard Lodge Care Home.

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Review from Linda L (Daughter of Resident) published on 11 October 2016 Submitted via Postal Card
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I cannot rate this care home and it's staff highly enough. They were all very caring and helpful and nothing was too much trouble. The food was very good and my mother ate properly for the first time in a month. There is a lovely safe garden to sit in and the rooms and all other areas are nicely decorated and very clean. Can recommend the care home. Thank you.

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Review from Margaret B (Wife of Resident) published on 14 September 2016 Submitted via Postal Card
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My husband who had metastatic cancer spent the last 2 weeks of his life at Barchester Leonard Lodge Care Home following a short hospital admission. The facilities are fantastic including a beautiful garden which he enjoys for a number of days. However, more importantly, the staff were amazing. They were very welcoming and supportive of both my husband and myself. The care could not be faulted. I will be forever grateful.

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Review from Barbara P (Niece of Resident) published on 24 August 2016 Submitted via Postal Card
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My aunt has been a resident at Leonard Lodge for one year. During that time the staff have been patient in getting to know and understand my aunt. Whenever I have visited I have been aware that staff are often in the bedrooms talking to the residents, often sharing memories but at the same time offering companionship and times of interest and stimulation in what could otherwise be a boring and lonely existence. General care and hygiene always seem to have been well carried out.

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Review from Anita S (Sister of Resident) published on 24 August 2016 Submitted via Postal Card
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It is a wonderful home, clean, friendly and nothing is too much trouble for the staff.

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Regulatory Rating

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Date: 09 February 2019
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  • Well-ledGood
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  • 19 Jul 2026

    The event brought together a colourful line-up of local stallholders, each bringing something different to the celebration. Carol's Cabin Cards offered handmade greetings cards and keepsakes, while John and Angel...

  • 22 Jun 2026

    Nothing beats the smell of fresh-baked cookies! Our residents gathered in the dining room for a fun, sensory baking session. We rolled up our sleeves, shared old family recipes, and...

  • 22 Jun 2026

    We had the absolute sweetest visitors. Three adorable 9-week-old rescued kittens stopped by to spread some joy and brighten the day for our residents .From gentle cuddles to playful antics,...

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Meet the Team (8)

June Dube
June DubeJob Title:Head of Memory Lane CommunityJoined: 2001

I started working at Leonard Lodge in 2001 and this year will receive my 20-year Long Service Award. I commenced as a registered nurse and moved into the Unit Managers position in January 2002.

As well as being an RGN I am also a qualified Mental Health Nurse. My keen interest in dementia care means that I work very closely with relatives and health care professionals to ensure that we are providing the very best personalised care for each of our residents.

Zheira Decena
Zheira DecenaJob Title:NurseJoined: 2021

hello, My name is Zheira and I am a registered nurse here at Leonard Lodge.

Lynn Amiri
Lynn AmiriJob Title:Activities Co-ordinatorJoined: 2007

My name is Lynn and I lead the Activities Team here at Leonard Lodge.

Since working at Leonard Lodge I have dedicated myself to ensuring that each of our residents can continue to partake in the hobbies that they have enjoyed for years. It is important that all of the residents here have access to life enriching, fun and social activities.

The whole home supports my team and I to organise activities, events and entertainment tailored to every residents preferences, abilities and needs. Each year we have a fantastically full calendar, and we look forward to the future when we can invite the families of residents to join us in the home again.

I am married with two children and two rather annoying rescue cats. I lived in Italy for a number of years and love all Italian food, especially when somebody else cooks it for me! I love to read, especially crime novels. I am a regular theatre goer with a passion for musicals. I like to sing and dance (albeit badly!).

Angela Rayment
Angela RaymentJob Title:Activities AssistantJoined: 2022

Hello, My name is Angela and I am part of the activities team here at Leonard Lodge.

Sheree Wright
Sheree WrightJob Title:AdministratorJoined: 2016

I have worked in the care sector as a Nursing Home Administrator for the past ten years. I very much enjoy working in an environment where we can make a difference - each and every one of us - to our resident's daily life.

I worked in London for the first six years of my career as a Records Clerk with the British Medical Association. I was fortunate enough to meet Prince Charles who was our Honorary President, at a Grand Ball held in his honour. I then progressed to being the Records Officer at Gray’s Inn.

I now have a lovely granddaughter, who takes up a lot of my spare time and I wouldn't have it any other way.

Sheila Rogan
Sheila RoganJob Title:Head HousekeeperJoined: 1999

I have worked at Leonard Lodge since the doors originally opened. I started as a Laundry Assistant and have worked my way up to Head Housekeeper. I pride myself in ensuring a clean, fresh and inviting environment for residents, visitors and staff.

I have also received my 20 year Long Service Award, which was presented at our anniversary party.

Allison Chilvers
Allison ChilversJob Title:Volunteer

Hello, My name is Allison, my mum is a resident here and I decided to become a volunteer so I could spend time with Mum whilst also supporting our residents.

I have have been busy working with the home to ensure the residents can live their best life, I have been instrumental in setting up a Leonard Lodge coffee morning which takes place every Thursday at 10 am. The coffee morning is free to attend and everyone is welcome. There is always free tea, coffee and cakes.

Corina Popescu
Corina PopescuJob Title:General ManagerJoined: 2023

Hi, I am Corina, the General Manager at Leonard Lodge.

I have 10 years of leadership experience gained from nursing, residential, and dementia care services in the UK. I have a strong track record of improving care homes, achieving positive CQC outcomes, and leading multi-site operations across Essex and London.

Throughout my career, I have developed expertise in regulatory compliance, safeguarding, clinical governance, and operational management. With a background as a Registered Nurse and senior care leader, I am passionate about person-centred care, staff development, and continuous improvement.

I strongly believe that people should be cared for holistically, taking into account what makes them who they are as individuals. Building meaningful relationships with residents, staff, relatives, and external stakeholders is extremely important to me, as I believe working in partnership is essential to delivering the best possible outcomes for everyone involved in the home. I also see myself as a strong advocate for residents, ensuring they receive the highest standard of care, particularly those who are unable to communicate their needs or those living with dementia. I take pride in supporting and empowering others to be the best they can be within their roles, creating positive and high-performing teams.

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