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Experienced staff ensure residents have as much control over their own lives as possible.
Nutritious meals that meet residents' dietary requirements and tastes are prepared at the care home.
The care home welcomes regular visits from residents' family and friends.
Care Provided by Chestnut Lodge
Primary Care Categories
- Older Person Care
- Dementia
- Mental Health Condition
- Physical Disability
- 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 38 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
- Day Care
Facilities
- Lift
- Gardens
- Television point in own room
- Residents Internet Access
Funding & Fees
Weekly Charges per Person
The price(s) shown are provided by the care home. Contact Chestnut Lodge for full pricing details and T&Cs.
Contact Chestnut 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
- Camelot Care
- Private Owned
Person in charge
- Graham Oakes (Manager)
Local Authority / Social Services
Admission Information
- Ages 40+
Care Home Design/Build
- Purpose Built: Yes
- Year Purpose Built: 2008
- Last Refurbishment: 2022
- Number of floors: 3
Room Information
- Single Rooms (38)
- Single Rooms with ensuite Wet Room (38)
Visiting
- 24hrs
Parking
- Parking On-Site
Chestnut Lodge Reviews (37)
Chestnut Lodge has a Review Score of 9.8 (9.792) out of 10, based on 24 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Chestnut Lodge has 37 reviews.
The team at Chestnut Lodge looked after my mother from April 2023 until her death in December 2024. I can not praise them enough for the care that they provided for my mother or the great dignity with which she was treated as her dementia became worse toward the end of her life. Everyone at Chestnut lodge treated her with care, compassion and respect. On behalf of my family and myself I would like to thank them all for providing her with a safe and comfortable home for the past two years.
Thank you for your kind comments. Your mother settled in quickly to become a part of the Chestnut Family. Personally, I enjoyed our daily chats and tales of her childhood. Looking after your mother was a pleasure.
The decision to move our mum into a nursing home was very difficult for our family, but from the very first visit to view Chestnut Lodge, we knew we had found the right home where she would be taken care of. We were immediately told not to worry and that they would take care of our mum, and from then onwards the whole team at Chestnut Lodge provided the most unbelievable love, care and support not only to my mum, but to our entire family. From the amazing carers to the excellent nursing staff and the thoughtful and considerate management team they showed such a high level of care that we all felt looked after and part of their family and we can never thank them enough. We cannot speak highly enough about the entire Chestnut Lodge family and would not hesitate to recommend them.
Thank you so much for your kind words that I have passed on to the team. It was a pleasure looking after your mother and getting to know your family. I am pleased we were able to support you all.
I would definitely recommend this nursing home.
Thank you for your review. It has been and remains a pleasure caring for your wife. You are both part of the Chestnut family.
The staff are very caring and considerate. Mum is being well cared for.
Visiting my Mother for the first time in your care home was a very pleasant experience. The staff were very friendly and welcoming and very caring towards my Mum.
Thank you for taking the time to write a review. Your kind words are very much appreciated and I will pass them on to the team.
It's comforting to know that she is in safe hands when we can't be with her as we live so far away.
Thank you for your review. We always aim to make our residents' lives as happy as they can be and having her family around her for her birthday was an opportunity to do that. She is a special lady and deserves such a happy day.
The first time my husband went to stay at a care home. I could not fault the home, staff, or overall experience.
Thank you for your feedback. It was a pleasure having your husband stay here on a short break. We look forward to seeing him again.
Staff were always engaging with Nan so lovely to see her happy here.
Thank you for your feedback which is always welcome. It was clear that your Nan enjoyed her birthday, especially as some family members had traveled long distances to be with her. We enjoy looking after her and look forward to future visits from all your family & friends.
The first time I walked into Chestnut Lodge. I knew it was a special place. I had a warm welcome from the staff and they were helpful. Always offered a cup of tea. No questions seem too silly to ask. Given time to look around. Wow, it's a beautiful clean home. The food looked delicious. Just where you need your loved ones to be cared for with care love fun and dignity.
Thank you. It is a pleasure looking after your Father and I am pleased with your feedback, which I will pass on to the team. Chestnut Lodge is a special place and I think you summed it up - care, love, fun, and dignity.
Such kind, caring staff who genuinely care. Staff always ready to listen and reassure family. Good-sized rooms. I have seen many homes in my professional career and Chestnut Lodge is the only one I would recommend and also be happy to have a relative in. Fully supported through the end-of-life process. Thank you so much.
Thank you so much for those kind words - my staff will really appreciate that.
I found Chestnut Lodge Care Home to be the most loving and caring home whilst my husband resided there. I couldn't fault in any way. The staff were wonderful, caring and showed tenderness and love to all the residents whilst doing a very exhausting job and I applaud them. We could not do without them.
Thank you for your kind words.
From his arrival, he has been supported in a way that suits his needs. He can be a little complicated but all staff understand how to support him.
He has settled well into the home, making friends with other residents and the staff. It is a pleasure supporting him.
I found the manager and deputy manager to be very experienced and the nursing and other staff genuinely caring and attentive. When I was not able to visit, they kept me regularly informed. The building, rooms and facilities are high quality.
I am very grateful for the care my Dad received and would recommend this home to any other families whose loved one requires a similar level of care.
It was genuinely a privilege to look after your father who was a remarkable man.
My wife entered the lodge with Parkinson's disease and dementia. From the start she was treated with the utmost kindness by all the staff. Her eating and drinking was problematic and every effort was made to entice her to have snacks rather than set meals. She remained content and cared for till the very end.
Thank you for your kind words. It was a pleasure looking after your lovely wife and, although she was not with us for very long, I know she is missed by the entire team at Chestnut Lodge.
I have been struggling to care for my wife. Within 24 hours of contacting Chestnut Lodge, initially for respite, she was a resident, but I think permanent care. The short time she has been there, I cannot fault the staff or the facilities.
Thank you for your review. We are pleased that we could help you and your wife. It is a pleasure looking after her.
When I was told that my Grandad was going into a home I was worried as I knew he wouldn't want to do it. I thought he might be sad, missing his family and especially his wife, but Chestnut Lodge has been a revelation. They really look after him and care. Far from being sad he has settled in and appears brighter and happier than he has been for ages. I put off visiting him for a few weeks, but when I did I was surprised by how nice it was - and it didn't smell. The food looks good and he is putting on weight. He has a nice room including his own shower. The staff also try to entertain all the residents, including trips to the pub next door! Sadly, it's getting harder to talk to my grandad about things that are going on, he used to be really interested in current affairs, but he is happy in his new home. It would be wrong to name any particular member of staff as they are all good. If you are faced with finding a home for a loved one then I recommend you look round Chestnut Lodge.
Thank you for your review. It is a pleasure looking after your grandad - he regularly makes us all laugh. I am pleased you have not singled out an individual in our team as they are all a credit to our home. Thank you. Home Manager.
During her final days, I was allowed to stay with her, night and day, and when I could not be with her temporarily for any reason, someone sat with her so she was never alone. All her medical needs were managed superbly throughout to ensure she did not suffer.
Entering Chestnut Lodge as a resident or a relative is to join a caring, welcoming family home. I could not have wished for a better place for her to be for the final chapter of her life. I just wish she could have been there earlier.
We look forward to seeing you again in the future.
Regulatory Rating
Care Quality Commission (CQC) Rating
Date: 13 May 2024Good
- CaringGood
- EffectiveGood
- ResponsiveGood
- SafeGood
- Well-ledGood
Inspection ratings
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- 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
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News (25) & Events (0)
- 14 Aug 2026
Staff at Chestnut Lodge have been celebrating the news that the home has been awarded the Quality Hallmark Award for the Gold Standards Framework (GSF) accreditation. Manager Graham Oakes said:...
- 24 Jul 2026
Residents of Chestnut Lodge have been embracing the spirit of this sunny summer with an action-packed beach day that didn’t require a journey to the coast. We organised a sandcastle...
- 14 Jul 2026
Team work and terrific support from the local business community, friends and family members has been credited with making Chestnut Lodge’s summer fete such a great success. Manager Graham Oakes...
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Meet the Team (1)

Graham trained as an RGN at Yeovil Hospital and later managed care homes and domiciliary care companies. He has almost 40 years of experience since leaving the NHS.
His passion is dementia care and was excited to be given the opportunity to open a new care home in his hometown, Yeovil, providing quality care for older people living with dementia.
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