
I would highly recommend this care home, which is run exceptionally well.Elaine P(Daughter of Resident/Service User)



I would highly recommend this care home, which is run exceptionally well.Elaine P(Daughter of Resident/Service User)



Situated in the picturesque town of Henley-on-Thames, Acacia Lodge provides resident-led residential, nursing and dementia care on a permanent and respite basis, as well as compassionate end of life care.
Residents at the purpose-built Oxfordshire care home can enjoy quality facilities including a Vintage Pub, hair salon, library and luxurious lounges. Each bedroom is tastefully decorated and has an en-suite bathroom. Outside there is a beautifully kept garden, ideal for socialising...
Care Provided by Acacia Lodge
Primary Care Categories
- Older Person Care
- Dementia
- Mental Health Condition
- Physical Disability
- Visual / Hearing Impairment
Length of Stay
- Permanent Care
- Respite Care
Care Types Provided
- Residential Care
- Nursing Care
- Dementia Residential Care
- Dementia Nursing Care
- For a maximum of 55 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
- Convalescent Care
Facilities
- Own Furniture if required
- Pet Friendly (or by arrangement)
- Smoking not permitted
- 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
care and support required by each individual. Premium rooms normally require an additional charge.
• All care and support including a monthly review of care plans
• All meals, snacks and drinks freshly prepared every day by our chef
• In-house café with homemade cakes, and a variety of speciality teas and coffees
• Use of in-house cinema
• Access to landscaped gardens
• Activities and lifestyle programme
• All utilities and other accommodation costs
• Housekeeping and laundry services
• WiFi internet access
appointments not covered by the NHS, toiletries, newspapers or magazines, any over the counter
medications that a GP wouldn’t normally prescribe such as paracetamol and indigestion relief, and any
other privately arranged healthcare. Should you require an escort to hospital appointments, we may apply
an agreed hourly charge for this service.
The price(s) shown are provided by the care home. Contact Acacia Lodge for full pricing details and T&Cs.
Contact Acacia 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
Group / Owner
- Care UK
- Private Owned
Person in charge
- Thelma Clutson (Home Manager)
Local Authority / Social Services
Admission Information
- Mixed (no single-gender units)
- Ages 60+
Care Home Design/Build
- Purpose Built: Yes
Room Information
- Single Rooms (55)
- Single Rooms with ensuite Wet Room (55)
Acacia Lodge Reviews (116)
Acacia Lodge has a Review Score of 9.6 (9.633) out of 10, based on 13 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Acacia Lodge has 116 reviews.
The staff at Acacia continue to look after Mum well even though she has been very poorly, getting her up when they can and otherwise looking after her in bed. The staff are kind and caring and keep us informed when we visit and, if necessary, between visits by telephone.
Thank you for taking the time to share your positive experience with Acacia Lodge. We are pleased to hear that our staff has been attentive and caring in looking after your mum, especially during challenging times. It's heartening to know that our team has been proactive in providing the necessary...
I simply wanted my mother to have care and be treated with respect but I got so much more. At Acacia Lodge staff understand that elderly residents are individuals, had full lives and need patience to help them adjust to being reliant on others now. My mother has seen the doctor, nurses, chiropodist, hairdresser, visually impaired coordinator, has had checkups, plays scrabble and bingo plus more and uses the minibus. Acacia Lodge is well run and staff are held accountable. Mum is not shut away in her room. Doors are open, staff are visible, a cleaner is always around; it is a sociable floor. Nothing seems too much trouble when you ask at reception.
Thank you so much for sharing your positive experience with Acacia Lodge. We are truly touched by your kind words. It is our sincere goal to provide more than just care but also to treat each resident with respect and understanding. Your feedback is invaluable, and we're grateful to have your mother as part of our family at Acacia Lodge.
My relative is well cared for and any concerns I have expressed have been dealt with promptly.
On my relative's birthday, I was invited to attend the care home and have lunch with her. It was a lovely experience, made more special as the staff had made sure my relative's Christmas tablecloth was in place on our table.
She recently had her vision tested by a dementia-friendly visiting Optician company. The service was excellent however it did take a long while to arrange, despite being told her name was on a waiting list.
Generally, I am very pleased with the care my relative receives.
We sincerely appreciate your positive feedback and the trust you place in the care provided at Acacia Lodge. It's heartening to hear that you have a good relationship with our staff and that your relative is well-cared for. We're glad that any concerns you've raised have been promptly addressed,...
I can say that the staff at the lodge are very friendly and caring, they look after my mother and the management staff are excellent, a big thank you to two members of staff in particular, we are always made welcome & we feel my mother is in the best place. Thank you to all the team.
We sincerely appreciate your heartfelt feedback about Acacia Lodge and are grateful for the trust you've placed in our care for your mother, especially given the challenges associated with Progressive Supranuclear Palsy. It's reassuring to hear that she has found contentment during her time with...
Mum was in two minds about moving into a care home and needed a little while to settle in. But after a month or two I can see that she absolutely loves everyone that looks after her. So much so that she says they feel like family. Everyone I have come into contact with is so friendly and genuinely cares that my mum is well looked after and happy. She really enjoys the food there and loves a giggle with the staff. There are also sometimes quizzes/bingo/singers which she really enjoys and family are often invited to come along too. It is nice to have peace of mind that Mum is being looked after and is happy.
We deeply appreciate your heartfelt review of Acacia Lodge. It's truly heartening to hear that, despite initial reservations, your mum has found a loving and caring home with us. We are thrilled to know that she now considers the staff as family, a sentiment that speaks volumes about the warmth and...
Acacia Lodge is a very caring home and meets all my mum's needs. They are considerate and treat my mum with respect. They are very understanding of her needs and are always keeping us up-to-date with her ongoing care.
We are truly touched by your kind words and positive feedback regarding Acacia Lodge. Thank you for taking the time to share your experience with us. It warms our hearts to hear that your mum is receiving the care she deserves and that our team at Acacia Lodge has been considerate, respectful, and understanding of her needs.
My husband has been looked after with care and compassion every day since he moved into the care home. When he could communicate, he used often to thank the staff for the help they were giving him. But now that he cannot communicate, and is unable to do anything for himself, he is obviously content, and for this, I am most grateful.
We sincerely appreciate your positive feedback. It's heartening to hear that your husband has been receiving care and compassion at Acacia Lodge. Knowing that he is content despite communication challenges brings us great satisfaction. Thank you for your trust in our services. We remain committed to providing excellent care for your loved ones.
are excellent, all staff are very friendly and put the residents' care as priority, making them as comfortable as possible in a homely environment. We are
always welcomed and feel he is in the best place.
Thank you for sharing your positive experience with Acacia Lodge. We're glad to hear that your father is secure and receiving excellent care at our facility. It's heartening to know that our management staff and the entire team create a homely environment. Your sense of being welcomed and assured...
Acacia Lodge has been great for my mum from day 1. I was worried and unsure, as I promised her I would never put her in a care home, this will haunt me forever as I had no choice in the end. The staff are amazing and care for Mum exceptionally well. The activities are brilliant and a lot of thought and time goes into all of them. Mum is very settled, happy and I’m so glad I chose Acacia for Mum to enjoy life with so many other people and great surroundings within the home. I would highly recommend this care home, which is run exceptionally well.
We truly appreciate you sharing your experience with Acacia Lodge. It's understandable that the decision to transition a loved one to a care home can be challenging, and we commend you for your trust in us. We're pleased to hear that your mother is settling in well, enjoying the activities, and is...
My father moved into Acacia Lodge in February 2023 with advanced dementia. He needs the highest level of nursing care and we feel very lucky to have found Acacia Lodge. The whole team really care and my father is exceptionally well looked after. Thoroughly recommended.
We greatly appreciate you sharing your experience with Acacia Lodge. It's heartening to hear that your father is receiving exceptional care and that the team here has provided the highest level of nursing care. We value your recommendation and are committed to continuing to provide the best possible care for your father.
We have been very pleased on the whole with the home. The carers are all wonderful and patient. Mother can be extremely difficult. All the activities are fabulous.
We greatly appreciate your positive feedback about Acacia Lodge Care Home. Our dedicated staff are committed to providing patient and wonderful care, even in challenging situations. The fabulous activities we offer, with the help of our lifestyle leads, are designed to encourage and enrich the...
As always, when I visit my mother, the staff are welcoming. It is a busy floor and must be challenging at times, but it always feels calm and happy, and the residents appear well cared for and content. The atmosphere is positive - there are lots of activities going on, which my mother really enjoys doing. The home itself is bright and homely. It appears well-run, and I always enjoy my visits.
We appreciate your feedback about your visits to Acacia Lodge Care Home. It's heartening to hear that our staff are always welcoming and that the atmosphere on the busy floor remains calm and happy. The positive atmosphere, well-cared-for residents, and the variety of activities contribute to a...
Immediately prior to my mum becoming a resident in September 2022, I found the manager to be incredibly helpful with a very positive attitude. She guided me through the process of moving my mum from independent living to the care home. The staff are caring and cheerful and the phone is always answered and any queries dealt with in a professional but sympathetic manner. The home feels like a family environment and every effort is made to accommodate residents' quirks and individual traits.
We appreciate your feedback regarding your experience with Acacia Lodge Care Home. It's heartening to hear that the home manager was incredibly helpful and had a positive attitude when guiding you through the process of moving your mother. The caring and cheerful staff, as well as their...
My aunt has been happy and settled from the moment she arrived. The staff are friendly, helpful and caring. My uncle visits every day, and the staff could not be more welcoming. Whenever we visit the home, it is very clean, and my aunt’s room is kept clean and tidy. She is always well dressed, with her hair washed and brushed. The staff interaction with my aunt and other residents is kind, caring and supportive.
We appreciate your feedback regarding your aunt's experience at Acacia Lodge Care Home. It's wonderful to hear that she has been happy and settled since her arrival. The friendly, helpful, and caring staff, along with their warm welcome to your uncle, have contributed to the positive atmosphere....
I would like there to be more activities for residents. There have been some opportunities for trips out in the minibus, but hopefully, more can be arranged. I would also like more physical exercises to be made available to residents. Daily exercise is very important to my mum as she has always been very active. The care home could have regular armchair sessions and additional physical activities for more capable residents.
Thank you for leaving us a review. We would like to reassure you that we have a comprehensive activities calendar with plenty of exercise sessions to choose from. Unfortunately, as some of the residents’ memory deteriorates, not all activities can be remembered. We’d like to learn more about your...
Acacia Lodge is a warm, welcoming place. The atmosphere created by the staff is bright and cheerful. Although my aunt suffers severely with dementia she is part of the community and is happy and content. This is proof of a caring, inclusive environment in which she is safe and cared for.
Thank you for your review. Here at Acacia Lodge, the environment we strive to create in our care homes is uplifting and joyful. This allows residents to enjoy their time, whilst receiving the necessary care. Our highly dedicated team aspire to make a difference in the lives of those we engage with,...
I think the care in Acacia Lodge is very good and any time you want to visit the staff are amazing and kept very busy. The residents are so well looked after. My whole family is very happy their dad is so well cared for.
Thank you for your kind words and comments, regarding our home and staff at Acacia Lodge. Our dedicated team work hard to deliver high standards of quality care services for your loved ones, at all times. Your feedback will be passed on to the team.
My husband moved into the Lodge in August 2022. He has dementia with Lewy Body and gets the care and attention, support and help that he needs from the dedicated staff. The staff are always there to support me and it puts my mind at rest to know that he is well looked after.
Thank you for your review. Our highly experienced staff here at Acacia Lodge are proud of the care we deliver, as our residents are always our number one priority. It's so wonderful to have the team's efforts recognised. We thank you for your kind words, they will be passed on to the team, who will be delighted to hear your feedback.
Acacia Lodge Care Home is a very welcoming home. The staff are very dedicated and have given my mother wonderful care during her four and a half years with them. They work so hard and coped with Covid better than care homes in the surrounding area.
Thank you for such a positive review, regarding our home and staff at Acacia Lodge. Our highly dedicated team work hard to deliver high standards of quality care at all times for your loved ones, as they are our number one priority. Your kind words will be passed on to the team.
Mum was admitted to Acacia Lodge in May 2022 following hospital discharge after a fall at home and breaking her hip. Right from the start she was made to feel welcome and every assistance was given to help her settle in. She feels safe, loves her room and says 'they have a great laugh'. Family worries have reduced greatly and a visit to Mum these days is a pleasure. The staff are caring, attentive and approachable. The manager responds quickly to any queries and nothing is too much trouble. Highly recommend.
Thank you for your kind words, regarding our home and staff at Acacia Lodge. Our team here are always working hard to deliver high standards of quality care at all times. The environment we strive to create in our care home is uplifting and joyful, allowing our residents to enjoy their time whilst...
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- 29 May 2026
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Meet the Team (1)

In 2015, I became the Registered Manager at Acacia Lodge, and it has been a fulfilling journey ever since.
I love heading up our dedicated team, where each member goes above and beyond daily to deliver outstanding care to our residents. The camaraderie among the staff is truly inspiring, and we work collaboratively to ensure that every resident feels valued and cared for.
The best part of my role is witnessing the joy on our residents’ faces as they engage in activities and enjoy their daily lives. It’s heartwarming to see them smile and feel a sense of belonging in our community. Being part of their lives and the Acacia Lodge family is incredibly rewarding.
Every day presents new opportunities to make a difference, whether through a kind word, a shared laugh, or providing support during challenging moments. I take great pride in fostering an environment where residents feel at home and cherished, and I am grateful to be part of a team that truly cares about making a positive impact.
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