
The home has a lovely atmosphere - I think the main reason for this is the lovely regular staffJ W(Daughter of Resident/Service User)

The care my mother received from the staff at Nelson Lodge St Neots was outstanding.Peter H(Son of Resident/Service User)

From the time you walk through the door, your greeted with smiles and friendly faces.Helen H(Granddaughter of Resident/Service User)

The home has a lovely atmosphere - I think the main reason for this is the lovely regular staffJ W(Daughter of Resident/Service User)

The care my mother received from the staff at Nelson Lodge St Neots was outstanding.Peter H(Son of Resident/Service User)

From the time you walk through the door, your greeted with smiles and friendly faces.Helen H(Granddaughter of Resident/Service User)

Nelson Lodge is located in the heart of Eaton Socon, St Neots, and provides contemporary residential care and accommodation in modern, friendly surroundings.
The home welcomes new residents on a permanent or shorter-term basis for both residential and dementia care. The team aim to provide a range of engaging activities, both on a group and individual basis, arranged with residents' input.
Nelson Lodge is purpose-built and finished to a high...
Care Provided by Nelson Lodge
Primary Care Categories
- Older Person Care
- Dementia
Length of Stay
- Permanent Care
- Respite Care
Care Types Provided
- Residential Care
- Dementia Residential Care
- For a maximum of 64 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
Other Care Provided
- Convalescent Care
Facilities
- Pet Friendly (or by arrangement)
- Smoking not permitted
- Near Public Transport
- Lift
- Wheelchair Access
- Gardens
- Bar/Café
- Phone Point in own room
- Television point in own room
Funding & Fees
Weekly Charges per Person
Fees can vary depending on care needs, size or location of room and other factors. Colleagues at Nelson Lodge will be happy to discuss our weekly fees with you and what our fees include.
The price(s) shown are provided by the care home. Contact Nelson Lodge for full pricing details and T&Cs.
Contact Nelson 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)
Good to Know
Group / Owner
- Anchor
- Voluntary / Not for Profit Owned
Person in charge
- Shelley Sidhu (Manager)
Local Authority / Social Services
Admission Information
- Mixed (no single-gender units)
- Ages 65+
Care Home Design/Build
- Purpose Built: Yes
Room Information
- Single Rooms (64)
- Single Rooms with ensuite Wet Room (64)
Visiting
- Visitors are welcome at Nelson Lodge.
Parking
- Onsite parking is available, including disabled spaces.
Nelson Lodge Reviews (62)
Nelson Lodge has a Review Score of 9.7 (9.721) out of 10, based on 20 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Nelson Lodge has 62 reviews.
My friend was isolated in her own home. Since making the decision to move to Nelson Lodge she has gained a new group of friends, has company, feels safe and has a newfound zest for life. The care staff work so hard, very friendly nothing is too much trouble. The activities have improved this past month, the manager always has time for a chat and their team work hard to constantly strive to evolve and grow. The receptionist is so welcoming and the home always has a good feel about it, lots of laughter, singing and dancing.
My aunt was here for just over four years. We were happy with Nelson Lodge and the staff in every way.
She has a laugh with all carers and loves a chat.
My family are always made welcome and the staff are very friendly.
I have worked as a carer in care homes and find Nelson Lodge to be generally very good. Staff are always friendly and helpful but the resident I visit would like to see the same faces all the time realistically we know this is not possible, everyone is entitled to a day off. The food is very good but sometimes it's not to the resident's personal taste which is why it is marked down. Value for money, resident think it's expensive but I have worked in more expensive homes. As with all new experiences, there is a learning curve for residents and staff alike, the aim should be to meet halfway this being done successfully. I am no longer in the care industry due to retirement.
Thank you for taking the time to review Nelson Lodge, your feedback is gratefully received. We are pleased to hear you think Nelson Lodge is a good home and our staff are welcoming; I will pass on your comments to the team. We work closely with our residents to plan our home's meal plans and...
A wonderful care home with wonderful staff always very helpful and friendly. The utmost care is taken to all residents and whenever I have visited the home is spotlessly clean. I am very happy my mother is in Nelson Lodge and I thank everyone there for their great service.
My mother has been a resident at Nelson Lodge for over 4 years and has been very happy there. The carers have done a great job in looking after her and have made extra efforts to ensure that her needs are met.
Mum came to Nelson Lodge for respite care for three weeks. Having been before for respite Mum looked forward to returning and was not disappointed in any way. The accommodation met her needs and the team moved items/bed to suit her - and were happy to do so. The food was of a high standard and was adapted with ease to suit her dietary needs. The care staff are amazing, happy, helpful and very caring. Well managed and missed when not there. Mum is looking forward to returning.
My grandfather stayed at Nelson Lodge for respite. As a nurse, I immediately felt comfortable that the management was competent and knowledgable and the care staff so kind and caring. My grandfather loved his stay and felt at home. We will certainly be using the home again in May this year. The home has a warm, friendly feel to it, and nothing was too much trouble, and everyone always had a smile on their faces. Highly recommended.
My friend has lived at Nelson Lodge for four years. In this time staff have supported her to keep her independence, she is happy, safe and the staff are very kind. The home has a lovely feel to it with good laughter and activities. The management team are always available for a chat, always met with a friendly face from reception. I would highly recommend the home to anyone.
My father has been treated with dignity and respect. The staff always take the time to listen and ensure my father is included in the activities that he likes, particularly the nights in the pub with dominoes and cards. The food is good, and you can always order off the menu if you do not like the choices. Always a lovely, warm welcome. Nothing is ever too much trouble.
As a full-time carer for my husband for ten years, I needed respite to visit my family in Australia. This has been the first time my husband decided to experience care in a residential care home rather than care at home. He has been much happier in Nelson Lodge, more stimulated and cannot praise the care enough. He has felt very safe and valued. He is prepared to arrange another date for him to come in when I require further respite. We cannot praise Nelson Lodge and the carers enough for the care given to him as a temporary resident.
Any changes in care needs were communicated with me, and I felt very assured that my nan's wishes were listened to and her needs were met.
Great management team, and nothing was too much to ask for.
Thanks again for the care received.
My Grandma has been in the home for about six months. It was a very tough decision but we couldn't have been in better hands. Everyone is so kind and it shows they care about the people they look after. The carers are attentive and nothing is too much trouble. The process of moving Grandma into the home was made so much better by the office staff and from the first phone call, we knew as a family this was going to be the right place. Grandma enjoys the home and especially the live entertainment and is very happy which is the most important thing for us as a family.
So happy with the care you gave my husband. The staff, management and all other staff were really good to him. Could not have wished for better.
I had a family member live at Nelson Lodge for a short period of time. The whole process was made very easy by the very friendly and welcoming staff. It was lovely to see how happy not only my loved one but all of the residents appeared to be. Overall, a great home that I would highly recommend.
My nan has been at Nelson Lodge for twelve months, in this time she has thrived, so much healthier and happier. The staff go above and beyond and nothing is too much trouble. The manager is experienced and focused on the home being person centred. I would recommend the home to any of my family or friends.
Thank you for taking the time to review Nelson Lodge and we are pleased that you rate our overall experience as excellent. We appreciate your kind comments about our team and home, and I will ensure that everyone is aware of these. We are pleased that your nan has benefitted from our care and we are also here to support our residents loved ones as and when required.
Pleasant vibes, everyone friendly and happy.
On the whole, it was a good experience. Mum was looked after well and the staff were helpful and cheerful. After a few weeks of rest and relaxation, Mum had improved a lot and her back pain had subsided. She enjoyed seeing the carers and having a chat and also having her meals with others. We would definitely use it again when necessary.
Thank you for taking the time to review Nelson Lodge and we are pleased you rate our staff as excellent. We appreciate your kind comments regarding our team and I will pass these on. We’re very pleased that your mum is feeling better and we look forward to seeing her again, if she requires a care home.
She has been at Nelson Lodge just over a year and from day one the care she has had has been amazing. The staff have been so understanding to her needs - as well as mine.
I cannot thank them enough for looking after her, and me.
I would highly recommend Nelson Lodge to anyone.
My sister and I were worried about moving mum to Nelson Lodge from a different care home. However, the process was made smooth and easy by the excellent staff there. All the carers have been exceptionally kind to Mum and helped her settle in. Their facilities are excellent and management of visits easy and welcoming. I wish we had moved mum into Nelson Lodge at the start of her care home life. Thank you, everyone!
Regulatory Rating
Care Quality Commission (CQC) Rating
Date: 29 March 2018Good
- 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.
Bed Vacancies
2 Bed Vacancies
Posted: 27 July 2026We currently have two vacancies for care. Please contact Nelson Lodge directly for further details.
News (3) & Events (0)
- 19 Dec 2025
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- 12 Dec 2024
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- 09 Oct 2024
Anchor, England’s largest not-for-profit provider of housing and care for people in later life, has received platinum status in the RSPCA’s annual PawPrints Awards for the second year in a...
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Meet the Team (1)

I have worked in both the charity and care sectors for over 30 years. My experience includes 15 years with MENCAP as a Registered Home Manager. I then joined Leonard Cheshire as a Quality Manager.
I love the care sector, and I am very passionate about care and its delivery. I have lived in St Neots for over 20 years, and I see strengthening the relationships Nelson Lodge has with their local community as a vital part of my new role. I’m keen to support our residents’ connections with our local community. I’m passionate about introducing students and young people into the care profession, where I started a programme for Health and Social Care undergraduates at a local college.
In my spare time, I enjoy touring the UK with my much-loved caravan and spending time with my family and my gorgeous Granddaughter.
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