Foxearth Lodge Nursing Home

Little Green, Saxtead, Woodbridge IP13 9QY
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  • Foxearth Lodge Nursing Home, Woodbridge
Located in Saxted, Woodbridge, Foxearth Lodge provides residential, nursing, respite and dementia care to local residents in the area of Saxtead. With the specialist knowledge to also provide care for younger people with disabilities, Foxearth Lodge embraces its family-feel and delivers a calming and cheery environment that resident’s can call home.

Foxearth Lodge is on the outskirts of the historical market town of Framlingham, surrounded by the beautiful Suffolk countrysides and well-kept gardens for residents to enjoy. The accommodation has been designed to enhance independence and dignity for residents, with a variety of communal spaces for quiet contemplation or more engaging group activities, should the resident wish to join.

Foxearth Lodge is well integrated with the local community and has a fantastic activities coordinator to deliver engaging and varied activities for residents. Whether it may be a charity day for Alzheimer’s Society, Cooking or Zumba, Foxearth Lodge is dedicated to providing outstanding care and activities on a personal level.

The home is arranged over two floors and has 65 bedrooms that are fully furnished, ready to be personalised to make for a real home-from home. Residents are encouraged to bring their own personal items and furniture, to ensure their room really feels like their own. The home also offers two double bedrooms to accommodate couples. There are a selection of lounges and communal areas, a dining room and an in-house hair salon for residents to enjoy, surrounded by well-kept gardens with flower beds and mature trees.

Residents, staff and family members commend Foxearth Lodge for its family feel, beautiful surroundings and well-cared for décor.
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Care Provided by Foxearth Lodge Nursing Home

Primary Care Categories

  • Older Person Care
  • Dementia
  • Physical Disability
  • Visual / Hearing Impairment

Length of Stay

  • Permanent Care
  • Respite Care

Care Types Provided

  • Residential Care
  • Nursing Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Dementia Nursing Care
  • For a maximum of 67 Service Users

Dementia Care Types

  • Mild Dementia
  • Moderate Dementia
  • Advanced/Complex Dementia

Other Care Provided

  • Parkinson's Disease
  • Stroke
  • Palliative / End of Life Care
  • Convalescent Care

Facilities

  • Own Furniture if required
  • Pet Friendly (or by arrangement)
  • Minibus or other transport
  • Lift
  • Stairlift
  • Wheelchair Access
  • Gardens
  • Residents Kitchenette
  • Phone Point in own room
  • Television point in own room
  • Residents Internet Access

Funding & Fees

Weekly Charges per Person

  • Self-Funded Residential Care: from £1550
  • Self-Funded Residential Dementia Care: from £1550
  • Self-Funded Nursing Care: from £1550
  • Self-Funded Nursing Dementia Care: from £1550
  • RESPITE Self-Funded Residential Care: from £1650
  • RESPITE Self-Funded Residential Dementia Care: from £1650
  • RESPITE Self-Funded Nursing Care: from £1650
  • RESPITE Self-Funded Nursing Dementia Care: from £1650

These prices are only a guideline, please contact Foxearth Lodge Nursing Home to find out the exact price for your requirements.

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 £254.06 per week and is usually paid directly to the care home.

Good to Know

Person in Charge

  • Roxanne Cutajar (Home 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 (63)
  • Couples/Companion Rooms (2)
  • Single Rooms with Ensuite Wet Room (63)

Visiting

  • Home is open for visitation without any need to book unless informed otherwise due to different circumstances.

Parking

  • The Care home has a car park at the front of reception.

Foxearth Lodge Nursing Home Reviews (58)

9.8

Foxearth Lodge Nursing Home has a Review Score of 9.8 (9.769) out of 10, based on 28 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Foxearth Lodge Nursing Home has 58 reviews.

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Review from C T (Daughter of Resident) published on 4 March 2021 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
During the coronavirus pandemic, Foxearth Lodge have gone over and above to ensure the health and safety of its staff, residents and visitors. We are eternally grateful to all of them that with the addition of 'the pod' we have been able to continue with our weekly visits to see Mum. She is happy and
healthy, and we thank all the staff for their hard work and for caring.
Reply from Hayley Cantrell, Proprietor at Foxearth Lodge Nursing Home
Thank you for your kind words and feedback. All of our team have worked so hard in the past year to keep everyone safe.
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Review from C F (Wife of Resident) published on 3 March 2021 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My family and I are wholly happy, and all the gentle care that is shown to father, husband. Thanks go to all the team of dedicated staff, including the chefs.
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Review from D C (Daughter of Resident) published on 12 July 2018 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My mother went into Foxearth in September 2017 and I have nothing but praise for the home.
She's been in a home in Yorkshire which was not great and moved to be close to me in Suffolk.
The nurses and the carers treated my mother with respect and dignity.
They recognised that although elderly and
frail my mother was an intelligent woman who was perfectly capable of making choices and enjoying humour.
As mum moved to her last days they were all wonderful.
They cared for mum gently and with respect and also took time to support me through the last difficult week.
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Review from Hilary D (Daughter of Resident) published on 6 June 2018 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
On arrival, my mother had behaviour problems. The staff were excellent in dealing with this and within a short space of time, my mother became more content. The staff showed patience and understanding.
Every member of staff were always pleasant and would do their utmost to help residents and visitors
alike. Foxearth Lodge is tranquil, clean and tidy, the atmosphere and staff make it a home.
I am very pleased that my mother had the chance to stay at Foxearth as I highly recommend the quality of care.
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Review from Kathryn P (Daughter of Resident) published on 7 November 2017 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My mother was admitted from hospital on September 1st 2017. I selected Foxearth for her after visiting several facilities in our area. She was welcomed with warmth and friendliness, and her care has been exemplary. She is comfortable in her room which she has been able to personalise, and her confidence
has improved over the past 7 weeks or so.


I am happy that my mother is in the best possible place for her and am confident her needs and requirements will be met. The staff, and there are many, seem without exception to be excellent.

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Review from M M (Wife of Resident) published on 31 October 2017 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
My husband was very well looked after while in Foxearth Lodge Nursing Home for respite care (5 weeks). The staff were all kind and helpful to him and also to family and friends who visited.
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Review from Margaret A (Respite Resident) published on 9 October 2017 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
I spent 14 days respite care at Foxearth Lodge Nursing Home. I was treated with respect, care and great kindness by the staff.
As it was temporary the room I occupied was not too good, and I found washing, personal care not good as no hand basin in the very small toilet. Als I would like to see drinking
water jug changed more frequently, this was very often left on the table in the sun all day!!!!
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Review from Shirley W (Wife of Resident) published on 29 September 2017 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
My husband has been a resident at Foxearth Lodge Nursing Home since March 2017. I and my family have nothing but praise for the care my husband has received.
My husband is bedridden and all his care is carried out with as much dignity as possible. The home has a very pleasant atmosphere and cleaners,
kitchen staff, carers, nurses and management are very friendly.
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Review from J H (Aunt of Resident) published on 24 May 2017 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
Very pleased with Foxeath. Just sometimes when it's not English speaking staff it's a bit difficult.
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Review from David N (Son of Resident) published on 19 May 2017 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Foxearth Lodge have cared for my mum since August 2013 and I can't praise the level and quality of care highly enough.
Nothing is too much trouble, they look after her with respect, care and make her feel loved as we all endeavour to do as a family also. Thank you Foxearth and all your amazing staff.
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Review from D C (Son of Resident) published on 18 May 2017 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My 97-year-old mother is partially sighted and lived until very recently in very sheltered accommodation where she was remarkably independent for her age.
Following a fall and spell in hospital, the decision was reluctantly made, she needs 24 x 7 care which sheltered accommodation could not offer.
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move to Foxearth Lodge was made as painless as possible and she has quickly settled in.
She seems happy and content there which is due to the kind and friendly staff who look after her.
The nursing staff soon got her leg ulcers and other problems under control and also put procedures in place to prevent further falls which has increased her confidence and helped her feel safe.
She likes to have her hair done and look smart which the staff have also helped her with.
Her family are welcome to visit at any time and all agree she is being very well cared for.
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Review from M A (Daughter of Resident) published on 18 May 2017 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
The staff at Foxearth Lodge Nursing Home are professional and caring, carrying out their duties cheerfully and with due diligence.


The home is clean and comfortable, with no unpleasant smells.


There is a wide range of facilities on offer for the residents.

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Review from Christopher R (Son of Resident) published on 18 May 2017 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
A first class nursing home, clean and beautifully decorated, outstanding gardens with a pond, bird aviary and feeders everywhere, which are filled daily.
Staff enjoy their job and it is obvious through their friendly approach to their tough job in caring.
The residents want for nothing, newspapers
delivered daily, hairdressers, chiropodist and doctor etc... all in weekly attendance.
A wonderful location. Foxearth Lodge nursing home is an outstanding care home no matter how you look at it.
As a son, I couldn't be more happy for my mother.
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Review from A J P (Father of Resident) published on 18 May 2017 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Our son has been at Foxearth Lodge Nursing Home for a few years. He has been made welcome and been provided with excellent care during his time here.


Our son was born with Downs Syndrome and become autistic at 2 1/2 years old. He suffers from many handicaps including: he does not chew and he does

not speak, after a fall, he was treated for a broken hip and he can no longer walk.
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Review from Adrian P (Relative of Resident) published on 7 March 2017 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Absolutely wonderful care home. A clean, homely and caring place. We couldn't fault the care and compassion shown to our mother and 'us' as a family. It was a lovely place for our mother to spend the last few weeks of her life. Couldn't recommend it highly enough.
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Review from Barbara D (Daughter of Resident) published on 3 March 2017 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Every member of staff is polite, respectful and helpful. No request is ignored.
Explanations are given for every step or procedure. Facilities for families of residents are excellent.
Our mum was cared for with dignity, respect, gentleness and consideration. We felt she was valued by the staff.
Unfortunately,
our mum was ill and died. The end of life care at the home cannot be faulted. It was excellent.
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Review from Theresa T (Daughter of Resident) published on 17 October 2016 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I could not have wished for a better Nursing home for my late mother. The staff and care she received was first class. Mum moved to Foxearth in May 2015 and firstly was placed in the nursing home section then had to be moved to the dementia side. At no time was mum treated any differently on either
side. There are no words to express how much my sister, brother and I loved mum being there and would say to anyone your peace of mind while your loved one is in their care is worth millions.
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Review from Sandra H (Wife of Resident) published on 12 October 2015 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I have worked at this nursing home for the past thirty years. This is the only nursing home I would use and as of October 2014 my husband needed a home, I was more than happy for him to come into Foxearth and as I still work there I am able to see him everyday. He is very happy to be there also our
three children are more than happy to him in Foxearth a great nursing home.
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Current Review Score: 9.8 (9.769)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.8 (9.769) out of 10 for Foxearth Lodge Nursing Home is based on a) the Average Rating and b) the number of positive Reviews.

  1. The Average Rating is 4.8 out of 5 from 28 Reviews in the last 24 months.
  2. The score for the number of positive Reviews is 5.0 out of 5 from 28 positive Reviews in the last 24 months.

Detailed Breakdown of Review Score

The maximum Review Score for a Care Home is 10, which is made up from the Average Rating of Reviews (maximum of 5 points) and the Number of Reviews (maximum of 5 points) in the last 24 months:

  1. 5 Points are available for the Average Rating from all Reviews in the last 24 months. The Average Rating of 4.769 for Foxearth Lodge Nursing Home is calculated as follows: ( (273 Excellents x 5) + (45 Goods x 4) + (16 Satisfactorys x 3) ) ÷ 334 Ratings = 4.769
  2. 5 Points are available for the number of Positive Reviews in the last 24 months. A Positive Review is defined as any Review with an 'Overall Experience' of '4' or '5' (out of a max rating '5'). The 5 Points relating to the number of positive Reviews for Foxearth Lodge Nursing Home is based on 28 positive Reviews in the last 24 months and is calculated as per below:

    The 5 points available are broken down as follows:

    1. 4 points are available for the first 10 Positive Reviews in the last 24 months; 3 points for the first Positive Review, and then 0.125 Points for each of the next four Positive Reviews and then 0.1 Points for the next five Positive Reviews. (1st = 3.000, 2nd = 0.125, 3rd = 0.125, 4th = 0.125, 5th = 0.125, 6th = 0.100, 7th = 0.100, 8th = 0.100, 9th = 0.100, 10th = 0.100) 3 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.1 + 0.1 + 0.1 + 0.1 + 0.1 = 4
    2. 1 point is available for the number of Positive Reviews reaching 20% of the registered maximum number of service users in the last 24 months. If this number is partially reached, then that proportion of 1 point is given. eg a Care Home registered for a maximum of 50 service users has to reach 10 Positive Reviews to receive 1 point, if it has 7 reviews it will receive 0.7 points. 20% of the 67 registered maximum number of service users is 13.4, which has been reached with 28 Positive reviews. Points = 1
  3. When a Review is submitted by someone who has previously submitted a Review, only the latest Review will count towards the Review Score.
  4. If a Care Home does not have a review in the last 24 months, then it will not have a Review Score.

Regulatory Rating

Care Quality Commission (CQC) Rating

Date: 25 Mar 2023

Overall Good

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  • Responsive Good
  • Safe Good
  • Well-led Good
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Bed Vacancies

2 Bed Vacancies

Posted: 13 Oct 2025

We provide permanent and respite accommodation for individuals with residential, nursing, respite, palliative, care for younger adults with disabilities, nursing dementia care and specialist care needs. Our services include complete en-suite rooms. Additionally, we offer privately funded, local authority, and NHS-funded placements.

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Awards / Recognitions (10)

Meet the Team (6)

Roxanne

Roxanne Cutajar

Job Title: Home Manager Joined: 2021

I look forward to meeting and speaking with you to understand how we can assist with all the care needs you seek.

Jayne

Jayne Loveday

Job Title: Clinical Lead Joined: 2020

I look forward to meeting you when you visit and helping assess all your clinical needs.

Hayley

Hayley Cantrell

Job Title: Deputy/Business Administrator Joined: 2000

I look forward to meeting you when you visit and support you with any matters.

Jenny

Jenny Johnson

Job Title: Head of Activities Joined: 2009

I look forward to getting to know you when you visit to enable us to create a person-centred approach with activities.

Valentin

Valentin Ilie

Job Title: Head of Maintenance Joined: 2020

Valentin joined Foxearth Lodge as Head of Maintenance, having held previous roles as a cleaner and a personal trainer. He enjoys everything about his day at Foxearth Lodge and is looking forward to progressing in his role.


Outside of work, Valentin is a committed sports enthusiast.

Kirsty

Kirsty Caley

Job Title: Administrator Joined: 2024

Having worked at Foxearth Lodge for many years in different departments, I’ve been able to learn, progress and move into my new administrative role, which I’ve thoroughly enjoyed since April 2024. My previous experience as a Team Leader allowed me to build strong relationships with residents and their families, and this continues in my admin role as I now support the beginning of each resident’s journey through assessments and early discussions. I hold IT qualifications and a Level 3 in Health and Social Care, which support me in my work and ongoing career development.

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