I wouldn't hesitate in recommending Avon Lodge to anyone.Sue C(Daughter of Resident/Service User)
excellent care from skilled care providers and nursing staff and I am always kept well informedA E(Wife of Resident/Service User)
all the staff are happy and friendly, this in turn keeps the vibes very positiveSue C(Daughter of Resident/Service User)
I wouldn't hesitate in recommending Avon Lodge to anyone.Sue C(Daughter of Resident/Service User)
excellent care from skilled care providers and nursing staff and I am always kept well informedA E(Wife of Resident/Service User)
all the staff are happy and friendly, this in turn keeps the vibes very positiveSue C(Daughter of Resident/Service User)
Avon Lodge provides high-quality nursing, dementia, residential, and respite care in the Kingswood area of Bristol.
Known for its welcoming atmosphere and outstanding specialist care, the home has earned a strong reputation in the local community. The dedicated team focuses on providing personalised care to meet the individual needs of each resident.
Avon Lodge offers the perfect balance between city life and peaceful surroundings. Just ten minutes from the city centre,...
Care Provided by Avon Lodge Care Centre
Primary Care Categories
- Older Person Care
- Dementia
- Physical Disability
- Younger Adults
Length of Stay
- Permanent Care
- Respite Care
Care Types Provided
- Residential Care
- Nursing Care
- Dementia Residential Care
- Dementia Nursing Care
- For a maximum of 62 Service Users
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
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
- COPD/Pulmonary Disease
- Acquired Brain Injury (ABI)
Facilities
- Own Furniture if required
- Close to Local shops
- Near Public Transport
- Lift
- Wheelchair Access
- Gardens
- Television point in own room
- Residents Internet Access
Funding & Fees
Weekly Charges per Person
- Self-Funded Residential Care: from £1,600
- Self-Funded Residential Dementia Care: from £1,600
- Self-Funded Nursing Care: from £1,600
- Self-Funded Nursing Dementia Care: from £1,600
- RESPITE Self-Funded Residential Care: from £1,650
- RESPITE Self-Funded Residential Dementia Care: from £1,650
- RESPITE Self-Funded Nursing Care: from £1,650
- RESPITE Self-Funded Nursing Dementia Care: from £1,650
Contact Avon Lodge Care Centre 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
- Healthcare Homes Group Ltd
- Private Owned
Person in charge
- Joby James (Home Manager)
Local Authority / Social Services
Admission Information
- Ages 18+
Care Home Design/Build
- Purpose Built: Yes
- Year Purpose Built: 2009
- Last Refurbishment: 2024
- Number of floors: 3
Room Information
- Single Rooms (56)
- Couples/Companion Rooms (3)
Visiting
- The home don't have specific visiting times for families, so you can visit your loved one whenever you wish.
Parking
- The home have parking in their car park and also on the road outside.
Avon Lodge Care Centre Reviews (84)
Avon Lodge Care Centre has a Review Score of 9.4 (9.421) out of 10, based on 26 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Avon Lodge Care Centre has 84 reviews.
Mum has been there since Nov 2014. To be honest, I was dreading the move and have experienced many less good examples of nursing home care. However, I cannot recommend it highly enough.
I see and hear staff being really kind, patient, compassionate to the people they support. I like the fact that we can visit at any time (which is always a good sign). Food is home cooked and plentiful. Mum has had several stressful episodes where she has been end of life - we as a family were (and continue to be) so well supported by everyone there.If there is anything to discuss I have always felt that I can raise this with the nurses/managers and it would be immediately addressed.
For those who are able, there are trips out and there are always people coming in to provide entertainment. It is always clean and there are never any odours. I have extremely high standards as a health professional myself, however, I have always felt extremely content and assured about Mum's care - we are VERY grateful indeed.
The staff at Avon Lodge are lovely. They make you very welcome. I am very happy with it.
Thank you for your lovely comments, I will pass it on to the team.
My brother was placed in Avon Lodge in early May 2016 to help with his palliative care as he is end stage of cancer. From the minute he arrived at Avon Lodge he has had only the most exemplary care and attention by management, nursing staff, carers, catering, and laundry staff. Nothing has been too much trouble and even the maintenance man shows care. We are extremely glad that out brother has been placed in such a caring environment. There are smiles in abundance.
Mum was at Avon Lodge for fifteen months. During her time, she was treated with dignity and loving care. Everyone was very kind, no matter what level and was very kind and patient with everyone, including difficult and stressful times. Most of my queries were dealt with swiftly and we were all greeted with a smile. Mum always seemed happy and always had smiles for her Carers. They would stay and chat when they had time. The staff kept me informed at all times especially towards the end of our Mum's journey especially in the last few months. Mum was confined to bed, her skin was kept clean, soft and kept clear of any skin blemishes or sores.
The last few days before mum passed away, every effort was made to give mum the dignity and support she deserved. They looked after us all. The day mum passed, we arrived to be greeted by the Manager/staff, as if they were family, mum looked peaceful as if she was tucked up in bed. There was total respect throughout by everyone.
Regulatory Rating
Care Quality Commission (CQC) Rating
Date: 05 August 2022- Caring Good
- Effective Good
- Responsive Good
- Safe Good
- Well-led Good
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.
Bed Vacancies
Please contact us for latest vacancies.
News (5) & Events (0)
- Posted: Wednesday 13 Nov 2024At Healthcare Homes, we believe in the power of nature and community to uplift and enhance the lives of our residents and service users. This year’s InBloom 2024 competition brought...
- Posted: Wednesday 13 Nov 2024Avon Lodge Care Home is excited to announce Joby James as its new manager. With over 15 years of experience in care home management and a solid nursing background, Joby...
- Posted: Monday 14 Oct 2024On Friday, 6th September 2024, Healthcare Homes had the privilege of supporting the Rob George Foundation (RGF) at their annual golf day, hosted by Colchester Golf Club. The day was...
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Awards / Recognitions (10)
- Recipient: Healthcare Homes Group LtdDate: Friday 30 Jan 2026
- Recipient: Healthcare Homes Group LtdDate: Friday 31 Jan 2025
- Recipient: Healthcare Homes Group LtdDate: Tuesday 28 Feb 2023
Meet the Team (6)
I enjoy making a difference in people's lives by providing person-centred care and treating residents with respect and dignity. As a registered nurse with NVQ 4 and 5 qualifications in health and social care, I have 15 years of experience managing care homes.
I have worked in the care industry for 18 years, starting as a Care Assistant and progressing to Advanced Care Practitioner. I enjoy building relationships with residents and their families, enriching their lives by ensuring their days are filled with fun and laughter.
Paul decided to work at Healthcare Homes for a fresh challenge having previously worked as a head chef for Four Seasons Healthcare.
Paul believes you need to have dedication, be hard working and man-management skills to be good in his role. The favourite part of his working day are getting feedback from the residents and being able to do food activities with them.
The biggest professional challenge in his current role has been managing the opening of the kitchen at Avon Lodge from scratch an the biggest career highlight is maintaining 5 stars for food and safety for nearly 10 years and being able to do a job he loves.
Paul believes he has good communication skills, man-management and listening to others which are all qualities that make him stand out.
His interests outside of work are cooking, reading and being a Father.
The best thing about working at Avon Lodge is being able to improve the residents’ quality of life.
I enjoy working here because it feels like home. I bring a positive mindset to enrich the residents' lives. I have completed Customer Service Training and Fire Marshal training.
I enjoy interacting with the diverse mix of staff and residents in the home. I enrich residents' lives by taking care of the little things that matter to them, like changing light bulbs or hanging family pictures. I hold an HNC BTech in Mechanical Building Services.
I love working with a kind and supportive team, always bringing a smile and a friendly approach. I’ve completed my training at Avon Lodge, including Basic Life and Fire Safety.
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