Longwood Lodge Care Home

61-63 Queen's Road, Oldham OL8 2BA
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  • Longwood Lodge Care Home, Oldham
Located close to Oldham and Manchester, Longwood Lodge provides a range of high quality, tailored care and support options in a warm and welcoming environment.

Longwood Lodge Care Home is set within its own private grounds and has beautiful views of Alexandra Park. Each bedroom is tastefully decorated and includes ensuite facilities and a 24 hour call system. Residents are encouraged to personalise their room with personal items such as ornaments and photographs.

A varied menu of delicious and healthy food is freshly prepared by the onsite chef, and menus can be tailored to individual requirements and preferences. Residents may eat in the home's pleasant dining room or in their own room if preferred.

Residents can engage in some of the many stimulating activities and events that are organised at Longwood, including arm chair aerobics, sing a longs, bingo, quizzes, arts and crafts, pampering sessions, and many more. Residents can also benefit from services such as a mobile library, weekly hairdresser visits, optical and dental service and a chiropodist.
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Care Provided by Longwood Lodge Care Home

Type of Service

    Residential Home
  • For a maximum of 40 Service Users

Primary Care Categories

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

Length of Stay

  • Permanent Care
  • Respite Care

Facilities

  • Own Furniture if required
  • Pet Friendly (or by arrangement)
  • Close to Local shops
  • Near Public Transport
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair Access
  • Gardens
  • Bar/Café
  • Phone Point in own room
  • Television point in own room
  • Residents Internet Access

Good to Know

Group/Owner

Person in Charge

  • Katie Flint (Manager)

Local Authority / Social Services

Admission Information

  • Ages 65+

Care Home Design/Build

  • Last Refurbishment: 1997

Room Information

  • Single Rooms (40)

Parking

  • Car park on site

Longwood Lodge Care Home Reviews (73)

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Longwood Lodge Care Home has a Review Score of 10 (9.994) out of 10, based on 13 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Longwood Lodge Care Home has 73 reviews.

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Review from D H (Son of Resident) published on 4 September 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Since my mother entered Longwood Lodge, I have nothing but praise and admiration for all the Team and their dedication to all residents and their families.
From a warm welcome to regular updates and personal attention to care, I have always felt reassured that my mum is in "the right place" and that
there is no need to worry as all communication links are readily available if/when needed.
At times, I have noticed the Team go above and beyond to meet the needs of residents, inparticular when meeting specific dietary needs to appease ongoing demands and requests from residents (or requests from wider family members).
Reply from Andrew Wood, Director at Longwood Lodge Care Home
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Review from Jeffrey K (Resident) published on 27 August 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I have been a resident at Longwood lodge for nearly a year now. Everything I have experienced is excellent, the staff, manager, are amazing. I still have my independence and this is valuable to me. My daughter lives across the world and her knowing I'm so well cared for and happy gives her reassurance.
Moving into Longwood has been the best decision I have made. I'm extremely happy here and could not be better looked after. This is my home
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Review from Steve H (Son of Resident) published on 10 July 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
After being very independent for most of her life, my 103yr old mum decided it was time for her to be moved to a residential home. After viewing many homes in the Oldham area, upon viewing Longwood, my brother and myself decided on Longwood. From the moment we stepped inside, the general relaxed and
comfortable atmosphere was plain to see and the feeling of content was very easily visible. The Manager and her assistant came across as very adept during our introduction to Longwood. Since arriving in late May, I have had a huge weight taken of my shoulders knowing that my mum is extremely happy in a super, caring place , with staff around her showing love and patience for the residents. I've never seen her eat as much as she is such a fussy eater. That's saying something, as my mum has never drank tea, coffee or milk. My compliments to the managers and staff. You are brilliant. Thank you.
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Review from Linda C (Daughter of Resident) published on 6 May 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My mother was a resident at Longwood lodge from July 2024 until she passed away on 10th April 2025. Myself and my brother would like say what wonderful care she received being treated with respect and dignity. The Manager was brilliant who kept us up to date every day with mum's general well-being.
The staff were fantastic and nothing was too much trouble for them and they communicated well with relatives. We couldn't have asked for a better place for our mum to be cared for in the last months of her life.
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Review from John W (Next of Kin) published on 24 April 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My mother has been a resident since last July unfortunately she passed away on10th April 2025 I'd just like to say from the first to the last day , the care , love and affection from the manager,deputy,and all the staff has been amazing, me and my sister visited every day,a we witnessed everything,involved
with care for mum,and other residents! Top class care home 11 out of 10 x
Reply from Andrew Wood, Director at Longwood Lodge Care Home
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Review from Sharon K (Daughter of Resident) published on 31 January 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
After various hospital admissions, it was decided my dad could no longer manage living alone so I had to look for a suitable care home. On arriving at Longwood lodge I was greeted by friendly happy caring staff who showed us a large room which was exactly what we needed for him. It has been a year since
he was admitted, well what can I say the management team and staff can't do enough for him. The manager goes above and beyond for the residents and families alike nothing is too much trouble for all parties concerned. I would have no hesitation in recommending Longwood Lodge to anyone who is considering a place for their loved ones.
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Review from S B (Daughter of Resident) published on 30 July 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My mother was a resident at Longwood Lodge for two years until she passed away on 21st June 2024.
Myself and my family can not fault the loving care that my mum received.
We would recommend Longwood Lodge to anyone looking for care for their elderly relatives.
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Review from Linda K (Daughter of Resident) published on 22 July 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Mum was in Longwood from June 2022 until her recent passing. Nothing was too much trouble for the staff, every request was granted wherever possible, with kindness and patience. I am happy to echo the other comments on the many 5-star reviews.
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Review from J L (Daughter of Resident) published on 5 July 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My Mum has been a resident at Longwood since June 2022 the manager and staff are wonderful, nothing is too much trouble for them.
Mum is safe and happy there is always some activity going on so she is never bored. We are so pleased that we were able to secure a place here for her they make us all
feel like part of the family.
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Review from Pamela M (Daughter of Resident) published on 22 April 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My mother has been a resident at Longwood for 2 and a half years. I feel so lucky that a place was found for her at a very traumatic time. She was admitted for respite but I knew that she would not be coming back to her home. She is cared for wonderfully by all the staff. The home is welcoming, clean
and there is lots going on to keep the residents entertained. The manager is always approachable and is one the most caring people I have met.
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Review from K M (Daughter of Resident) published on 15 April 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My Mum has been at Longwood since July 2023. From the first moment I knocked on the door to look around I was made to feel welcome by the manager and have been supported as a family member ever since. All of the staff and the manager are absolutely wonderful with the residents. It's plain to see that
they know each of them so well and take the time to recognise their individual needs in such a warm way. It honestly does feel like I'm visiting a very large family rather than a care home. Our Mum has always been sociable and has always hated being on her own. Losing the ability to get out had not only affected her physically but also affected her wellbeing. It means the world to see her now having a laugh constantly with lovely people who care, doing activities each day that she loves, and feeling safe and not anxious anymore. It's brought our Mum back to being our Mum, and that difference is clear both at Longwood and when we go out. I would recommend Longwood to anyone.
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Review from Bren M (Son of Resident) published on 12 April 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
The care offered at Longwood Lodge is excellent and the staff genuinely care for the residents.
All the staff know my father well and take the time to talk to him and even held a fantastic party for his 92nd birthday!
The manager is always available and cannot do enough for you.
The residents are
all happy and welcoming and it has a lovely homely feel to it.
We are so pleased we found it.
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Review from S D (Daughter of Resident) published on 5 April 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
The manager and her team looked after my mum with such kindness and professionalism, the care Mum was given was fantastic, the staff were always so thoughtful and helpful, I think Mum was very lucky to spend six weeks recuperating from a fall at Longwood Lodge. The manager is a wonderful hands-on manager.
I can’t recommend this home highly enough. Would like to thank all the staff for looking after my mum, it means a lot to me. Big thank you.
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Review from John R (Son of Resident) published on 10 July 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
After having to start looking for full-time care for my mother back in early 2022 I found it a daunting task. I visited care homes and spoke to care homes and something always put me off them in the back of my mind. Luckily I then spoke to the management team at Longwood Lodge Care Home and went in
to discuss my mum's medical issues and situation. I could not believe how calm and relaxed this place was. I then sat down with the management team and had a real conversation about her health and needs with people who understood and cared. After this I had no hesitation about putting her in Longwood Lodge, and it has been the best thing ever. I cannot rate this place highly enough Staff, Food, Entertainment, and the lot.
My mum went in there not in a good place. She has now put weight on has more energy and helps out with Jobs which she loves doing as she previously worked in care.
6 Star Please if possible
Reply from Andrew Wood, Director at Longwood Lodge Care Home
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Review from Lauren M (Daughter of Resident) published on 26 April 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Words cannot express how grateful I am that I found this lovely care home for my mum who has been a resident since 2021.
All the residents are treated with the greatest respect and kindness by all the staff. Their warmth and professionalism are evident from the moment you arrive. Since moving in,
mum has never looked so happy and settled. She has received the most wonderful care and individual attention I could have wished for and the staff’s unfailing empathy and patience is truly amazing.
Rooms are kept spotlessly clean, clothes are always freshly laundered and there’s always a variety of nutritious food each day. There are also plenty of regular activities for the residents (singing, music and films) and always some special occasion to celebrate to make them feel at home. The management/communication between relatives is outstanding.
Longwood Lodge Care Home is a real asset to the local community. I couldn't have wished for a better place for Mum to spend her final years.
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Review from Joyce H (Daughter of Resident) published on 20 April 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Beautiful place to place your loved one. Most caring staff, rooms are very comfortable, food excellent and plenty of activities. My father has made lots of new friends. Couldn't ask for better, gives us all peace of mind knowing he is well looked after and we would recommend Longwood Lodge.
Reply from Faye Callan, Care Home Support Team at Longwood Lodge Care Home
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Review from Susan N (Niece of Resident) published on 22 March 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My aunty is in Longwood Lodge and I have no issues with the care and help that they give to her on a daily basis. The manager could not be more helpful and approachable. The staff are very pleasant and caring towards her they already treat her as one of the family because that's how they make everyone
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Review from L J (Daughter of Resident) published on 28 February 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
From my first dealings with Longwood Lodge it was clear that personalised care and attention was given.
Moving both my parents in following discharge from covid intensive care unit during lockdown in 2020 was such a worry. The none negotiable was that they needed to be together.
Longwood excelled
in keeping in touch through various mediums and when I finally could visit from overseas it was like greeting old friends.
Person-centred care and co-design on the activities is forefront and the heart of the organisation. The staff go above and beyond and make every resident, and every family feel like they are "the favourite".
My parents were happy to live here with such caring people around them.
Thank you Longwood staff (family).
Reply from Andrew Wood, Director at Longwood Lodge Care Home
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Review from J K (Daughter of Resident) published on 14 February 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My mum has been a resident in Longwood Lodge Care Home for four years now and I have found it one of the most , kind, caring and professional homes I have known. The staff are just so amazing and very loving to my mum, which makes my sister and I able to relax knowing that our mum is being looked after
just like we would inbetween the times we are not able to be with her. We just simply can't show our appreciation enough to all the staff who have the biggest hearts.
Reply from Faye Callan, Care Home Support Team at Longwood Lodge Care Home
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Review from Kathryn M (Daughter of Resident) published on 9 February 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Having worked in the care industry I have no qualms about giving them 100% for everything. I could not have registered my parents with anywhere better. Staff and management are excellent and I've had no problems in two years.
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Current Review Score: 10.0 (9.994)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 10 (9.994) out of 10 for Longwood Lodge Care Home is based on a) the Average Rating and b) the number of positive Reviews.

  1. The Average Rating is 5.0 out of 5 from 13 Reviews in the last 24 months.
  2. The score for the number of positive Reviews is 5.0 out of 5 from 13 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 4.994 for Longwood Lodge Care Home is calculated as follows: ( (155 Excellents x 5) + (1 Goods x 4) ) ÷ 156 Ratings = 4.994
  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 Longwood Lodge Care Home is based on 13 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 40 registered maximum number of service users is 8, which has been reached with 13 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: 17 Nov 2022

Overall Requires improvement

  • Caring Good
  • Effective Good
  • Responsive Good
  • Safe Requires improvement
  • Well-led Requires improvement
Care Quality Commission is responsible for the registration and inspection of social care services in England. View Latest Report

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Katie Flint

Job Title: Home Manager

We are pleased to introduce Longwood Lodge’s home manager, Katie Flint.


Katie believes in a warm caring environment and works alongside her staff team to ensure her residents have a fulfilled happy life.


She prides herself in providing the highest levels of personalised care.

Frequently Asked Questions about Longwood Lodge Care Home

What types of Care is Longwood Lodge Care Home registered for?

Older Person Care, Dementia, Physical Disability & Visual / Hearing Impairment are the registered (by the Care Quality Commission) categories of Care.

How many Rooms does Longwood Lodge Care Home have?

There are 40 Single Rooms.

What are the Facilities & Services at Longwood Lodge Care Home?

Own Furniture if required, Pet Friendly (or by arrangement), Close to Local shops, Near Public 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 Longwood Lodge Care Home to the centre of Oldham?

0.8 mile(s) as the crow flies, distance by road may be significantly further.

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