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13 February 2026
Reviewing the period of my aunt's residency from August 2024 - February 2026, we have found Careford to be well run and managed, and the staff to be welcoming, kind, caring, and diligent - towards residents and visitors alike. The home is realistically like a private home, without the worries of
all that goes with home ownership, especially in older age. As relatives, we feel comfortable in the knowledge that my aunt is never alone, would be found quickly should she have an accident, and is well fed and cared for medically, without having to go out in all weathers.
The premises are light, spacious and easy to get around, and the external areas provide a wonderful outdoor space in which to enjoy fresh air, a rural view, and exercise where possible.
The range of daily activities is comprehensive, allowing plenty of social interaction for those who wish it. Outings are organised from time to time, and special festivals appropriately celebrated through the year.
05 February 2026
My husband has one day/week at Careford Lodge, he's enjoying his time there very much. I have seen nothing but kindness and consideration both to him and to myself. He gets a nutritious lunch joining others around the table and later gets a bath before I collect him.
Both the manager and staff
have been very professional, showing kindness at all times to all the residents while I have been there.
It is excellent. I visited msny care homes during my working career and am very impressed with The New Careford Lodge.
30 January 2026
The level of service and understanding Mum receives is second to none. Mum is very happy and content especially with the care taken in her recent move to a new room. As a family we are very happy with the care she receives and we know she is safe, well and happy.
29 January 2026
Xmas was full of festive cheer, fun activities for residents, without going over the top. Carefully thought out. I was away this Xmas, but so very happy to leave my mum, confident that she was well looked after and content. Videos were shown to my mum when I sent them. Very personal attention given
to my mum who has dementia. Now looking forward to seeing her after a long break.
29 January 2026
Care home and staff very good. My mother has been living there for 4 years now, as my mother needs get greater the staff are very accommodating and helpful.
Would recommend to anybody looking for a home from home for their relative.
29 January 2026
Careford is a lovely place hidden in a nice quiet setting in Somerset.
My Mother has settled in with the help from the lovely staff, also my Mother is much more relaxed now after a traumatic time.
It's always lovely to visit and we are always made welcome, with a nice beverage of your choice.
29 January 2026
Mum is happy & well looked after, she has hearing difficulties & everyone makes allowances for her so we are very pleased with the care she receives. The staff are very friendly as are other residents and combined with the outings & events arranged she is enjoying this part of her life which gives
us great confidence and peace of mind. We wouldn't hesitate to recommend Careford Lodge to any potential resident.
Yours sincerely,Ian H
06 October 2025
A VERY good Care Home, home from home.
Caring staff with a lot of patients nothing is too much bother. If there are any queries they are delt with straight away.
The food is amazing good choice and qualify ,( plated to resiidents choice)
Plenty of activities, or sit in your room for quite time
to read or watch TV listening to the radio,
All birthdays are celebrated with a lovely home cooked cake and candle with a lot of happy birthdays.
As a resident visitor it's like visiting a big happy family, I was always made to fell very welcome, and Christmas there was a Christmas lunch for visitors with there family.
If I have to go into care I would not hesitate to choose Careford Lodge.
I liked to visit everyone was always welcoming.
23 April 2025
My Dad sadly passed away after spending 5 very happy years at Careford Lodge. He felt safe, comfortable and respected and developed a warm and friendly relationship with the staff. He passed away gently and peacefully and I'm sure this was largely because he felt so at home in Careford Lodge. At the
end of his life, the manager and all the staff looked after him and us, his family with so much care and affection. We really couldn't have asked for more. THANK YOU!
25 September 2023
Careford Lodge provides an excellent service. The staff are considerate and professional and the rooms are clean and comfortable. It is a great comfort to me that my father is safe, secure and well cared for.
15 September 2023
A warm caring environment with efficient, friendly staff. Residents of this care home are looked after extremely well with compassion and respect. I would not hesitate to recommend Careford Lodge to anyone.
13 September 2023
From the moment I met the manager and was shown around I knew that this was the place for my mum. There is no pretentiousness, what you see is what you get. Respectful care, humour and encouragement; and that's not to mention the food!
At 95 and coming from independence in her own home, it took Mum
a month to stop becoming 'befuddled' (her word) but from then on she has definitely come to look upon Careford as home. She joins in activities I never expected her to and has made friends and, very importantly, my siblings and I know that she is in very good hands.
12 September 2023
Having Mum here gives me complete peace of mind.
I know she's looked after and happy.
It's a great setting and many rooms have access to their own outdoor space.
The staff are great and many have been there for some time or return to work there again.
11 September 2023
My aunt is now in the great care of the staff at Careford Lodge, a residential home where her sister lived in her last days 15 years ago. Because it is local to us and has a wonderful relaxing atmosphere she settled there at once and has given her a new lease of life she was lacking. The motivation
and care are extraordinary and we are very appreciate all the attention and help she is receiving. Thank you one and all.
22 August 2022
My sister has now been a resident at Careford Lodge for 4 months and seems physically and psychologically a great deal better than she had previously been - a tribute to both the regime and the caring qualities of the manager and staff. Initially bewildered, resentful, uncommunicative and obviously
unhappy, the patience and kindness shown to her has seen a gradual transition to a much more outgoing and sociable person and I think an awareness in her that she is being cared for by people who do their level best to make her feel comfortable and supported. Whenever my wife and I visit we see committed, hard working staff doing a difficult job with a willing cheerfulness and pleasant manner. Her residency began at a hugely difficult and stressful time for people in the care sector which looks set to be the pattern for the foreseeable future. I feel grateful that my sister is so much better cared for here than I could have dared hope for.
20 January 2021
Although I live a considerable distance from the home, I have always received prompt information and answers to all my queries in the most helpful manner. When visiting, even in these very testing times, every courtesy has been shown.
04 January 2021
Following a short period of respite care in 2015, Careford Lodge were very accommodating at finding a room for Mum at short notice 18 months ago, caring for her with love, compassion and dignity until she sadly passed away at the beginning of December. Management and carers were always interested in
her as an individual, getting to know her life story and understanding her personality, needs and preferences. In 'normal' times I felt I had great access and was always made to feel welcome. During 2020 staff became Mum's second family and she was very happy there. The home was appropriately cautious about Covid but managed to maintain good quality socially distanced visits during the year. I was given safe and sensitive access towards Mum's end of life. All rooms are on the ground floor with private facilities and open onto nicely maintained grounds. As a relative, I always felt she was in safe and caring hands. I would strongly recommend this home even in these difficult times.
12 December 2020
My mother was at Careford Lodge only for a short time before sadly she died. She always said that the staff were wonderful, and looked after her very well. I noted that she was treated to facials at times, it's those little things that make all the difference in life. The care home is set at the
heart of a lovely village. Careford really does a great job all round, and communication with the staff was very good. Even with Covid19 making things so difficult for us all in our lives, the staff at Careford were very understanding and helped us in every way that they could in these trying times.
04 December 2020
Uncle has been at Careford Lodge since February 2020 the care he receives is excellent, all the staff are caring, supportive, friendly and very professional. They are supportive to both residents and families. My uncle's sister was also a resident at Careford Lodge for seven years and was extremely
happy and always called it her home.
22 April 2020
My mum was at Careford Lodge for 15-months, until her death aged 96. Mum often said, "I am as happy here as I have been anywhere."
All I need to add is that the amazing staff go out of their way to care for the whole family - not just the elderly resident.
Good food and a real sense of fun, whilst
respecting the personality of the cared-for. Highly recommended.
Latest Reviews for Careford Lodge
13 February 2026
Reviewing the period of my aunt's residency from August 2024 - February 2026, we have found Careford to be well run and managed, and the staff to be welcoming, kind, caring, and diligent - towards residents and visitors alike. The home is realistically like a private home, without the worries of
all that goes with home ownership, especially in older age. As relatives, we feel comfortable in the knowledge that my aunt is never alone, would be found quickly should she have an accident, and is well fed and cared for medically, without having to go out in all weathers.
The premises are light, spacious and easy to get around, and the external areas provide a wonderful outdoor space in which to enjoy fresh air, a rural view, and exercise where possible.
The range of daily activities is comprehensive, allowing plenty of social interaction for those who wish it. Outings are organised from time to time, and special festivals appropriately celebrated through the year.
05 February 2026
My husband has one day/week at Careford Lodge, he's enjoying his time there very much. I have seen nothing but kindness and consideration both to him and to myself. He gets a nutritious lunch joining others around the table and later gets a bath before I collect him.
Both the manager and staff
have been very professional, showing kindness at all times to all the residents while I have been there.
It is excellent. I visited msny care homes during my working career and am very impressed with The New Careford Lodge.
30 January 2026
The level of service and understanding Mum receives is second to none. Mum is very happy and content especially with the care taken in her recent move to a new room. As a family we are very happy with the care she receives and we know she is safe, well and happy.
29 January 2026
Xmas was full of festive cheer, fun activities for residents, without going over the top. Carefully thought out. I was away this Xmas, but so very happy to leave my mum, confident that she was well looked after and content. Videos were shown to my mum when I sent them. Very personal attention given
to my mum who has dementia. Now looking forward to seeing her after a long break.
29 January 2026
Care home and staff very good. My mother has been living there for 4 years now, as my mother needs get greater the staff are very accommodating and helpful.
Would recommend to anybody looking for a home from home for their relative.
29 January 2026
Careford is a lovely place hidden in a nice quiet setting in Somerset.
My Mother has settled in with the help from the lovely staff, also my Mother is much more relaxed now after a traumatic time.
It's always lovely to visit and we are always made welcome, with a nice beverage of your choice.
29 January 2026
Mum is happy & well looked after, she has hearing difficulties & everyone makes allowances for her so we are very pleased with the care she receives. The staff are very friendly as are other residents and combined with the outings & events arranged she is enjoying this part of her life which gives
us great confidence and peace of mind. We wouldn't hesitate to recommend Careford Lodge to any potential resident.
Yours sincerely,Ian H
06 October 2025
A VERY good Care Home, home from home.
Caring staff with a lot of patients nothing is too much bother. If there are any queries they are delt with straight away.
The food is amazing good choice and qualify ,( plated to resiidents choice)
Plenty of activities, or sit in your room for quite time
to read or watch TV listening to the radio,
All birthdays are celebrated with a lovely home cooked cake and candle with a lot of happy birthdays.
As a resident visitor it's like visiting a big happy family, I was always made to fell very welcome, and Christmas there was a Christmas lunch for visitors with there family.
If I have to go into care I would not hesitate to choose Careford Lodge.
I liked to visit everyone was always welcoming.
23 April 2025
My Dad sadly passed away after spending 5 very happy years at Careford Lodge. He felt safe, comfortable and respected and developed a warm and friendly relationship with the staff. He passed away gently and peacefully and I'm sure this was largely because he felt so at home in Careford Lodge. At the
end of his life, the manager and all the staff looked after him and us, his family with so much care and affection. We really couldn't have asked for more. THANK YOU!
25 September 2023
Careford Lodge provides an excellent service. The staff are considerate and professional and the rooms are clean and comfortable. It is a great comfort to me that my father is safe, secure and well cared for.
15 September 2023
A warm caring environment with efficient, friendly staff. Residents of this care home are looked after extremely well with compassion and respect. I would not hesitate to recommend Careford Lodge to anyone.
13 September 2023
From the moment I met the manager and was shown around I knew that this was the place for my mum. There is no pretentiousness, what you see is what you get. Respectful care, humour and encouragement; and that's not to mention the food!
At 95 and coming from independence in her own home, it took Mum
a month to stop becoming 'befuddled' (her word) but from then on she has definitely come to look upon Careford as home. She joins in activities I never expected her to and has made friends and, very importantly, my siblings and I know that she is in very good hands.
12 September 2023
Having Mum here gives me complete peace of mind.
I know she's looked after and happy.
It's a great setting and many rooms have access to their own outdoor space.
The staff are great and many have been there for some time or return to work there again.
11 September 2023
My aunt is now in the great care of the staff at Careford Lodge, a residential home where her sister lived in her last days 15 years ago. Because it is local to us and has a wonderful relaxing atmosphere she settled there at once and has given her a new lease of life she was lacking. The motivation
and care are extraordinary and we are very appreciate all the attention and help she is receiving. Thank you one and all.
22 August 2022
My sister has now been a resident at Careford Lodge for 4 months and seems physically and psychologically a great deal better than she had previously been - a tribute to both the regime and the caring qualities of the manager and staff. Initially bewildered, resentful, uncommunicative and obviously
unhappy, the patience and kindness shown to her has seen a gradual transition to a much more outgoing and sociable person and I think an awareness in her that she is being cared for by people who do their level best to make her feel comfortable and supported. Whenever my wife and I visit we see committed, hard working staff doing a difficult job with a willing cheerfulness and pleasant manner. Her residency began at a hugely difficult and stressful time for people in the care sector which looks set to be the pattern for the foreseeable future. I feel grateful that my sister is so much better cared for here than I could have dared hope for.
20 January 2021
Although I live a considerable distance from the home, I have always received prompt information and answers to all my queries in the most helpful manner. When visiting, even in these very testing times, every courtesy has been shown.
04 January 2021
Following a short period of respite care in 2015, Careford Lodge were very accommodating at finding a room for Mum at short notice 18 months ago, caring for her with love, compassion and dignity until she sadly passed away at the beginning of December. Management and carers were always interested in
her as an individual, getting to know her life story and understanding her personality, needs and preferences. In 'normal' times I felt I had great access and was always made to feel welcome. During 2020 staff became Mum's second family and she was very happy there. The home was appropriately cautious about Covid but managed to maintain good quality socially distanced visits during the year. I was given safe and sensitive access towards Mum's end of life. All rooms are on the ground floor with private facilities and open onto nicely maintained grounds. As a relative, I always felt she was in safe and caring hands. I would strongly recommend this home even in these difficult times.
12 December 2020
My mother was at Careford Lodge only for a short time before sadly she died. She always said that the staff were wonderful, and looked after her very well. I noted that she was treated to facials at times, it's those little things that make all the difference in life. The care home is set at the
heart of a lovely village. Careford really does a great job all round, and communication with the staff was very good. Even with Covid19 making things so difficult for us all in our lives, the staff at Careford were very understanding and helped us in every way that they could in these trying times.
04 December 2020
Uncle has been at Careford Lodge since February 2020 the care he receives is excellent, all the staff are caring, supportive, friendly and very professional. They are supportive to both residents and families. My uncle's sister was also a resident at Careford Lodge for seven years and was extremely
happy and always called it her home.
22 April 2020
My mum was at Careford Lodge for 15-months, until her death aged 96. Mum often said, "I am as happy here as I have been anywhere."
All I need to add is that the amazing staff go out of their way to care for the whole family - not just the elderly resident.
Good food and a real sense of fun, whilst
respecting the personality of the cared-for. Highly recommended.