Charlton Lodge

My mum, stayed at Charlton Lodge for 3 weeks as Mum has dementia and we both felt we needed some respite care. I am mum's primary carer and was in need of a rest. The team at the lodge were so kind and caring that I felt happy that she would be in good hands. The rooms are lovely and spacious and there is a very relaxing cafe where I met mum for coffee on a couple of occasions. It took a little while for mum to settle and I was able to call the lodge every day just to check in. I would definitely recommend the lodge for anyone wanting to place a relative in their care whether that be as a resident or to have some respite. Thank you to all the team.

We looked at several care homes in the south Oxfordshire area, chose Charlton Lodge, largely on our initial experiences with the team and the quality of the residence, and activities offered.

My husband came to C L for 2 week respite. First week went well but had to be admitted to hospital at the end of 2 weeks. The staff were amazing + could not do enough for him. We booked 2 more weeks. Staff are kind + caring. He had help with all personal things and they were able to help him to drink and eat more. He has dementia and I would certainly recommend this care home.

My nan has been coming to Charlton Lodge for respite care for a couple of years now. She has now moved into the home full time. She recieves excellent care and enjoys all the activities that are on offer. All of the staff are always very friendly and helpful. The home is always very clean and welcoming.

A really nice, welcoming place where I know mum is being well supported and looked after. Lovely facilities and all the staff seem very caring and professional. There are regular daily activities to keep residents occupied and engaged.

We are seriously considering moving in ourselves for some TLC.

My husband has recently had his first two week respite stay at Charlton Lodge. I absolutely cannot fault the care and attention to detail that the staff, administrative and carers, have given both of us in planning the stay. We had a home visit from the Care Home Manager beforehand to assess my husband's needs, and Mark was so helpful in making sure we were happy with every aspect of the stay. He settled in quickly on arriving with the very friendly atmosphere, and I have been able to relax knowing that he has been so well cared for and enjoying the food, and activities. The facility is outstanding with lovely sitting areas, inside and out and beautifully fitted rooms. Thoroughly recommend.

Jackie

Just need the weather to warm up so that we can go out into the lovely gardens.

I would go as far as to say in my fathers case it is easy to see that the level of stimulation is having the affect of stemming the rate of decline with his illness.

We visit our friend once a week, and have found, without exception all the staff to be caring, friendly and loving. All the rooms we have see in the home are spacious and beautifully presented. Visitors are made very welcome with excellent facilities for making complementary drinks with a lovely range of pastries. As well as using the more public areas, there is a lovely smaller room where we can chat and play music. Charlton Lodge is a beautiful place and the staff are wonderful. I can't recommend it highly enough!

Wonderful place to be. On entering the home all staff greet you with a lovely smile and welcome. The home is excellent in every way. Nothing is too much trouble when we are visiting if we need to know anything somebody is always there willing to help. Overall couldn't wish for a better place to be in and well looked after, residents and visitors.

Having spent 2 months recovering in Charlton Lodge, I came home feeling so well, this is down to the care & commitment of the wonderful staff. I enjoyed the morning activities especially the daily crosswords. Having the cafe on site made it homely when having visitors, I also made good use of the activity room doing some painting and jigsaws. Highly recommended.

The activities are varied and interesting - from falconry talks, to exercise classes, there's something for everyone. There had been some instances of activities being cancelled last minute, but this was often outside of CL's control. With the addition of the new activity coordinators this year, I have no doubt the programme of events will be well thought out and executed.

Overall experience very professional & attentive.

I can only describe the home as a hotel that provides that provides the necessary care needed that are required.

I have been very impressed with the friendliness, professionalism and standard of all the staff I have encountered when visiting my mother. Charlton Lodge has the look and feel of a homely hotel with a lively hum of activity yet is not too busy or noisy. I have experienced for myself lunch in the dining room both for the friendly service and tasty food. My mother is thereby motivated to eat well and to socialise - it is so good for her. I am reassured that my mother is getting the care she needs and is part of a caring community. Please keep doing what you are doing!

Family and friends are made to feel very welcome when visiting. Mum loves it so much I don't think she wants to go home!

Needed respite and chose this place as it felt very homely and I was correct as mum would like to return! Many of her friends and family visited and everyone said what a lovely, friendly, clean, warm environment it was. There are many activities going on if wanted but very relaxing if not. Meals excellent too and the cafe is a great place to have a drink/snack with family and friends! All the staff are wonderful.

My grandma loves how all the staff are genuine and care for her at all times and give hre all the care she neesds.