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Most of the bedrooms are single en-suite and residents are given personalised care.
The home cares for up to 60 people and the communal areas include a lounge with an activities area and a quiet area, a large dining room and a separate quiet lounge, all situated on the ground floor of the building.
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Care Provided by Wemyss Lodge
Primary Care Categories
- Older Person Care
- Dementia
- Learning Disability / Autism
- Mental Health Condition
- Physical Disability
- Visual / Hearing Impairment
- Eating Disorders
- Alcohol / Drug Misuse
- 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 60 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
- COPD/Pulmonary Disease
- Bariatric Care/Obesity
- Convalescent Care
- Acquired Brain Injury (ABI)
- Day Care
Facilities
- Pet Friendly (or by arrangement)
- 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
Chiropody
Hairdressing
private transport to appointments
trips out to various venues
The price(s) shown are provided by the care home. Contact Wemyss Lodge for full pricing details and T&Cs.
Contact Wemyss Lodge 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
Owner
- Wemyss Lodge Ltd
- Private Owned
Person in charge
- Teresa Fisher(Registered Manager)
Local Authority / Social Services
Admission Information
- Ages from 18 to 100
Care Home Design/Build
- Purpose Built: No
- Last Refurbishment: 2020
- Number of floors: 2
Room Information
- Single Rooms (56)
- Single Rooms with ensuite Wet Room (56)
Wemyss Lodge Reviews (17)
Wemyss Lodge has a Review Score of 8.6 (8.559) out of 10, based on 4 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Wemyss Lodge has 17 reviews.
Wemyss Lodge is a truly wonderful care home, which is expertly managed. From the day my brother-in-law was moved there from another nursing home, he became settled very quickly and has never been blamed for his condition. He has always been treated with kindness, respect and understanding and not confined to his bedroom. The nursing care is excellent and his condition is closely monitored. There is constant stimulation within the home, which is so important. Thank goodness for Wemyss Lodge, which is giving him a good quality of life again.
Thank you so much for your kind words and it is our pleasure to be able to support and care for your loved one. Kind regards, Registered Manager
As a family we are having a very positive experience since my husband made Wemyss Lodge his home in September 2024. All staff are friendly and welcoming. I am notified of any change of medication verbally and in a timely manner. They are very accommodating to family wishes. Birthday celebration use of dining areas and food provided. Delivery of items to my husband's room. Hanging pictures etc. Activities for families/residents are very good with events organised (Xmas show, Xmas fayre, fireworks). Fitness sessions for residents. Mealtimes are protected but my husband is maintaining a healthy weight. Always offered drinks. My husband has a high level of need and receives excellent 1-to-1 support 24/7.
Thank you so much for you kind words, it is our pleasure to look after such a wonderful gentleman. Thank you for your on going support to Wemyss Lodge, we appreciate it immensely.
This is the most beneficial home that my brother has been in throughout his time in residence. His needs are always put first with love and care.
Thank you from all of the family.
I would recommend this home to anyone with a relative who is looking for a placement!
thank you for your kind words,your words are lovely and i will look forward to sharing them with the team. it is our pleasure to be able to care for your brother in-law and to make him as happy as we possibly can.kind regards
I am very pleased with the way things are being done in Wemyss Lodge. I have no issues with anything or anyone. My husband is well cared for, so I can't fault the staff in any way. They respect me when I go to visit my husband and his room is clean and tidy. He is happy and it makes me happy to know he is cared for.
Thank you so much for your kind words. It is our pleasure to give such a wonderful gentleman that care he needs and have such a supportive family by his side. kind regards
Whilst I was there I noticed how the staff dealt with my brother and other residents, they certainly know their job and are 100% professional, would recommend Wemyss to anyone. and would like to thank them for the expert care they are giving to my brother.
I have found Wemyss Lodge very well managed with good systems in place. The staff are well trained and totally involved. Residents are never left isolated and good safety measures are in place. The staff are exceptionally friendly compassionate and helpful. The cleanliness of the care home is without a double absolutely outstanding. Wemyss Lodge is a great example of a very well-managed care home.
My mother has been at Wemyss Lodge since July 2015. We as a family have always been pleased with the care she has received. It is clear that since a certain staff member took over as manager a few years ago everything is now much more professional and 'by the book'. The one thing that has never changed is the quality of the staff, the skill, good humour and sheer patience are wonderful to watch and it is most comforting to know Mum is finishing her long life in such good hands.
Our Dad had been at Wemyss Lodge for fourteen months having moved from a previous home which could not cope with his behaviour. Wemyss staff greeted Dad like a long-lost relative on a cold, wet winter afternoon. The care and attention Dad received from that day on has been beyond anything we could have expected. He was always warm and well-fed and remarked that they were "a lovely family". The fact he thought he was living with a family was all the proof we needed that he was happy and content. The staff were caring and kind to Dad and I could see by his responses to them that they made him feel comfortable and valued. Dad sadly passed away recently in Wemyss Lodge and I cannot thank the staff enough for the professional and kind way Dad was treated. As a family, we were also treated with the greatest of compassion and kindness by every member of staff. In our view, Wemyss is in a class of its own and should have a CQC rating of "outstanding plus". We cannot thank you enough Wemyss.
Kind regards
My wife has been a resident at Wemyss Lodge since early August 2021 and I have been really impressed with the love and care that she has received from all members of staff. She has proved to be quite a demanding and challenging resident for the staff to deal with and they have looked after her and met her needs more than I could have wished.
Once again, thank you for your kind words.
My mother has been a resident of Wemyss Lodge for some 14-years now. I cannot fault the care, love and attention the staff matron gives her. I am sure, without their wonderful dedication and care, Mum would not have reached her age of 94. They truly are wonderful.
Kindest regards
Teresa Fisher
Registered Home Manager
My mother was admitted to Wemyss in June 2020 following the death of her husband (my stepfather). She was extremely poorly and only expected to live for a few days. With excellent care and professional nursing, she is alive seventeen months later. Her needs are complex, but I am in no doubt that the care she is receiving is the best on offer, and I know that all her needs are taken care of.
Once again, thank you.
Kind regards.
My dad has lived here since November 2018. Initially, he came for respite care but he was unable to return home due to deterioration of his dementia. When Dad got his permanent room they decorated it beautifully for him, with a large golf mural on the wall - before he became unwell Dad spent hours on the golf course. Dad poses challenging behaviour at times and the staff are great at dealing with this. Dad is well cared for and loved by the staff and we are happy we chose Wemyss for him. Keep up the good work. We love you all!
Keep safe, regards the Wemyss Lodge staff.
Relatives concerns are listened to. Nursing care is excellent. Every precaution has been observed during the current lockdown and contact with the relatives by phone and social media has been encouraged.
Ruth thank you for your kind words to the staff team here at Wemyss Lodge. We are truly grateful that you chose us to look after your husband, an amazing gentleman. Keep safe and hope to see you soon, take care, love Wemyss Lodge Staff.
My niece has been with you for the past 5-6 months, and she has been in a few different places in the past almost 3 years. I can’t believe the change in her - for the better. I haven’t seen her for 18 months and when I left England in Sept 2018, I felt pretty hopeless about her future. I cannot believe the difference being in your home has made. I was here for 10 days and went to see her as much as possible, and the care and compassion she is shown by the staff is wonderful. The first day I saw her I think the nurses were in and out checking on her more times in an hour than I witnessed in a week at the place she was, at last, I saw her, and they are so affectionate and kind. They genuinely seem to care, which is how it should be and I think this is what makes my niece do better. Thank you to all of you for what you do. She seems so happy there and has some good relationships. I know she doesn’t like any kind of change, but she seems to have settled well.
Thank you Shirley for your kind words towards the staff. Can I say it is a pleasure to support your niece and watch her go from strength to strength. We are all looking forward to her recovery.
I am very happy with everyone involved in the excellent care that my husband is getting and the kindness shown to me.
Thank you for your review Kathleen, it is a pleasure to be able to support your husband in all his needs and he has a great sense of humour, thank you also for your support.
My wife is in her 9th year as a resident of Wemyss. We see standards improving each year and the care by staff is outstanding. The reason I mark 'value for money' as only satisfactory is for 9 years we have paid the top rate (presently over £1300 weekly), whereas local government sponsor residents at a much lower rate. A massive unfair tax on us.
It has always been and will always be a pleasure to nurse such an amazing lady.
My husband has been in the unit at Wemyss Lodge care home for 2 months. I am so pleased at how well he has settled, especially after a move from another care home that couldn't manage him. The quality of care he now receives is kind, supportive and sensitive. The skilled staff are vigilant and engage with residents in a relaxed and friendly way without being intrusive. The care is all I could want for my husband. The home is undergoing some renovations which are being managed well to minimise the disruption to residents and staff. The improvements are already positive.
Regulatory Rating
Care Quality Commission (CQC) Rating
Date: 30 November 2021Good
- CaringGood
- EffectiveGood
- ResponsiveGood
- SafeGood
- Well-ledGood
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.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Wemyss Lodge
What types of Care is Wemyss Lodge registered for?
Older Person Care, Dementia, Learning Disability / Autism, Mental Health Condition, Physical Disability, Visual / Hearing Impairment, Eating Disorders, Alcohol / Drug Misuse, Younger Adults are the registered (by the Care Quality Commission) categories of Care.
How many Rooms does Wemyss Lodge have?
There are 56 Single Rooms.
What are the Facilities & Services at Wemyss Lodge?
Pet Friendly (or by arrangement), 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 are some of the Facilities & Services.
How far is Wemyss Lodge to the centre of Swindon?
2.3 mile(s) as the crow flies, distance by road may be significantly further.
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