
I always find the staff welcoming and helpful.Emily L(Friend of Resident/Service User)

Very good communication between the home and the residents' families.S H(Sister of Resident/Service User)

A happy environment is created and this extends for residents and those visiting.S F(Friend of Resident/Service User)

I always find the staff welcoming and helpful.Emily L(Friend of Resident/Service User)

Very good communication between the home and the residents' families.S H(Sister of Resident/Service User)

A happy environment is created and this extends for residents and those visiting.S F(Friend of Resident/Service User)

Soham Lodge Care Centre - Caring for adults. Over and under 65years.
Soham Lodge Care Centre is a care home for people with nursing or residential needs and provides specialist care in a variety of categories.
Staff aim to provide residents with a safe and secure, relaxed and homely environment in which care, well-being and comfort are of prime importance.
Soham Lodge is located between the historic city of Ely, the...
Care Provided by Soham Lodge
Primary Care Categories
- Older Person Care
- Dementia
- Mental Health Condition
Length of Stay
- Permanent Care
- Respite Care
Care Types Provided
- Residential Care
- Nursing Care
- Dementia Residential Care
- Dementia Nursing Care
- For a maximum of 49 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
- Bariatric Care/Obesity
- Convalescent Care
- Acquired Brain Injury (ABI)
Facilities
- Own Furniture if required
- Pet Friendly (or by arrangement)
- Smoking not permitted
- Near Public Transport
- Wheelchair Access
- Ground Floor Accommodation only
- Gardens
- Residents Kitchenette
- Phone Point in own room
- 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 Soham Lodge for full pricing details and T&Cs.
Contact Soham 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
Owner
- DCSL Ltd
- Private Owned
Person in charge
- Barrie Taylor(Business & Registered Home Manager)
Local Authority / Social Services
Admission Information
- Ages 65+
Care Home Design/Build
- Purpose Built: Yes
- Number of floors: 1
Room Information
- Single Rooms (49)
- Single Rooms with ensuite Wet Room (45)
Visiting
- Visitors are welcome at any time but would ask that during lunch 1.00pm - 2.00pm residents are not disturbed. Late night visits can be made, just let the home know you are coming as the doors are secured at night.
Parking
- Large carpark on site.
Soham Lodge Reviews (48)
Soham Lodge has a Review Score of 9.4 (9.430) out of 10, based on 9 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Soham Lodge has 48 reviews.
My uncle spent most of the last 10-weeks of his life being cared for at Soham Lodge as he suffered a very aggressive throat cancer at the age of 97. The care he was given was of the highest standard. The staff truly respected him and gave him unlimited and very professional attention.
Throughout his decline, he had a regular flow of visitors, who always felt very welcome and were briefed meticulously as to his condition and how problems were being dealt with.
Our family wishes to thank the management, nurses, carers and admin of Soham Lodge. God Bless.
On behalf of all staff at Soham Lodge, thank you so much for your time to complete a review for us, and thank you for your very kind words.
Nothing has been too much trouble throughout my mum-in-laws stay. Covid precautions have been stringent in order to keep the residents safe. Information about my mum-in-law has been given on a daily basis and visits easily organised. The activities for residents give them regular purpose, motivation, and enjoyment. The staff work really hard to maintain this and treat my mum-in-law with care and compassion.
Thank you so much for your kind words. We look forward to being able to welcome you and your family in the home as normal (pre-covid).
She has been looked after and cared for very well and I have been able to monitor her on a daily basis.
My mum has settled in very well with the support of the staff. My mum seems very happy there which helps me as I know she is being looked after 24/7.
I very much like where my mum is but would like to see her room as at the moment we only get to see her in a designated room.
It’s good to see mum do activities that she has not done before.
I would like to thank all the staff for the kindness, patience and support for my mum they are all really great.
Thank you for your kind words. We look forward to welcoming you into the home as we were able to, pre-covid. Thank you for your understanding in keeping your loved one and our home safe during these turbulent times.
I’m happy throughout the pandemic, she was safe and happy, even though it was hard not being able to give her a hug; we still had Zoom, and now I can see her. I might get to see her in her room as I’ve not seen it yet.
Thank you for your kind words. It has been very difficult for all family and friends of our residents due to the restrictions of COVID. We really appreciate your support in the past, and going forward, keeping your loved ones as safe as possible. There is light at the end of the tunnel, so...
The entertainment in the care home is engaging and fun for the residents.
The communication and effort from the staff to family members are also phenomenal.
Thank you, Soham Lodge.
Thank you so much for your wonderful comment. Always a pleasure to see your smiley nan in the day room and enjoying the activities.
The staff are amazing, very caring and they go above and beyond. The activities are many and various, run by a woman who seems never to stop in her work to keep the residents happy. Probably the best thing that I can say is that if I had to go to a care home myself, I would have to insist that it be Soham Lodge.
Thank you so much for your kind words. It is a pleasure to have your wife with us.
Ever since our father came to the home, he has been so happy. There are so many events for him to take part in, he seems to do them all. It's so nice to see the care and attention he receives. Nothing seems to be too much trouble for the staff.
It is great to have your father with us. Always a cheery disposition and a wonderful character in our home.
Everything is kept scrupulously clean, at the same time homely.
There is a beautiful dining room with table cloths and napkins and the meals always look so tasty.
The staff work so hard caring for our loved ones. There are always plenty of activities running throughout the day and they often have live entertainment for the residents. My father loves the singing and often gets up to dance.
I know I have no worries as my dad is well-fed, well-groomed and well-loved by all of the wonderful staff.
So grateful to you all. I love your Facebook page where we can see what you have all been up to every day.
I would unreservedly recommend Soham Lodge as a centre of excellence.
Thank you for taking the time to review our home, and with such positive, kind words. It is great to see you back volunteering here again. Thank you for all your help and the tasty coffee break treats for all the staff.
Every day brings different activities that provide exercise, mental stimulation and most importantly, fun in a safe and reassuring environment.
Hello, thank you for your lovely review. I shall be sure to share your comments with all the staff.
Knowing our mum is at Soham Lodge makes us all feel so happy, she is so very well looked after and cared for. The carers are totally proficient and professional in what they do and the Events Manager is just so innovative and remarkable in all she does to maintain the good health and mental well being of all the residents. The staff at reception always have a smile for you and make you so welcome. Overall it is a lovely, well furnished, light and airy home and our mum loves everyone who takes care of her.
Thank you so much for your kind words and positive review. It is a pleasure to care for and support your smiley Mum.
Everybody works so hard. So well done to all!
Thank you for your review. We really appreciate it and look forward to you visiting us you did pre-COVID.
The care my parents have received has been second to none. I cannot fault any part of the care or any of the staff.
Was wonderful to meet you and your family, thank you for your kind words. Hope all goes well for your mother.
From the moment we walked in, we knew this was the right place for Dad. Scrupulously clean, nicely decorated and furnished, lovely and light. The care and friendliness were always there - everyone welcomed and helped us. We struggled to get the NHS to release Dad but Soham Lodge supported us all the way. Sadly he only lived for 10 days after we finally moved him in but it was absolutely the right place and we have no regrets for our choice, just warm memories of peace, care and being in kind, expert hands. I recommend Soham Lodge wholeheartedly.
Kind regards
Although my husband was only at the Lodge for a short time ( he recently passed away), all of the staff from the cleaners, nurses, kitchen staff everyone who looked after him treated him with care, respect, understanding and kindness. The Lodge is kept very clean, the food always smelt delicious. I have no hesitation in recommending Soham Lodge to anyone.
Thank you so much for your consistent 5*. We are all very pleased to hear how happy you are with our home and it was a pleasure to have met such a wonderful family
Regards,
Tanya
I cannot fault any of the staff involved. They also supported me throughout the difficult last weeks of his life. I could not have asked for more.
Thank you so much for taking the time to submit your review and the kind words you have given us.
My mum needed respite care and from the original phone call, I can only say the Lodge has been excellent. All staff have treated my mum with the utmost respect. My mum has enjoyed the food and says it has been of good quality. She hasn't been involved in any activities because that is not her. But on looking about when entering it looks like all the residents are very well catered for.
My father lived at Soham Lodge for almost 6 years and in all that time he was treated with dignity and could not have had better care. As a family, we could not have wished for a better place for dad to live. We would like to say a huge thank you to everyone there and wish them all the very best.
Thank you so much for your very kind words. Your Dad will always be fondly remembered, along with yourself and your lovely family.
Regards.
The home was always clean with no unpleasant smell, the cleaner is hard working, cheerful and friendly to residents and their visitors. The carers and nurses were always extremely kind and responded quickly to any problems. The person responsible for resident entertainment was also extremely kind and caring. Overall I was very happy with the care my husband received during the time he was in Soham Lodge.
We wish you all the best for the future.
The accommodation was comfortable and the staff very kind, attentive and professional.
It was a pleasure to support you during your respite stay and welcome you back any time you should need us.
My dad has been in this lovely home since 13th January 2019. We have been thoroughly impressed by the level of care, he is well looked after and this is all attributable to the wonderful staff. The home is always clean and tidy and staff always welcoming no matter what hour I visit. I would highly recommend this home to others.
It is always a pleasure to see you and your family when visiting. Thank you so much for taking time to share your kind words.
Regulatory Rating
Care Quality Commission (CQC) Rating
Date: 16 March 2023Good
- 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.
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Our home has recently been awarded the Gold Standard Framework Care Homes Accreditation Award for our high quality of care provided at end of life.

My name is Tanya. I am the administrator at Soham Lodge
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