Bramble Lodge
Bramble Lodge is a residential care home in Ilkeston, Derbyshire (DE7 6HQ). It holds a CQC rating of Good.
About Bramble Lodge
Bramble Lodge is a residential care home in Ilkeston, Derbyshire, providing a home for older people and for younger adults who need support with daily living, including people living with dementia. We work at the pace of the people who live here. Breakfast happens when somebody wakes rather than when a trolley comes round, and the day is shaped by what a person actually wants from it. The help covers washing and dressing, medication, meals cooked on the premises, support with mobility, and somebody always about when a person needs them. For those living with dementia we keep the routine steady and the staff familiar, and we arrange the house so that it is easy to understand and move around. We take the view that behaviour is nearly always communication, and the useful question is what somebody is trying to tell us rather than how to stop it. Families are welcome whenever they want to come, and we would much rather hear a concern early than have it sit unspoken until it has grown. Respite stays are available as well as permanent places, which families often use to cover a holiday or a spell of recovery at home. Our most recent overall rating from the Care Quality Commission is good. Please ring us if you would like to visit.
Care provided at Bramble Lodge
- Older person care
- Dementia care
- Younger adults care
- Respite care
- Last CQC inspection: 20 January 2022
Read the full inspection report on the CQC website.
Common questions about Bramble Lodge
Where is Bramble Lodge located?
Bramble Lodge is a residential care home in Ilkeston, Derbyshire, DE7 6HQ. You can view its exact location and get directions from the map on this page.
What type of care does Bramble Lodge provide?
Bramble Lodge is registered to provide residential personal care, with support that includes Older person care, Dementia care, Younger adults care, Respite care. The full list of services is shown on this page.
What is Bramble Lodge's CQC rating?
Bramble Lodge is registered with and inspected by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). Its most recent overall rating is Good following its last inspection on 20 January 2022. You can read the full CQC report from the link on this page.
Does Bramble Lodge provide dementia care?
Yes. Bramble Lodge supports people living with dementia. We recommend contacting the home directly to discuss your individual situation.
Does Bramble Lodge offer respite or short-term care?
Yes. Bramble Lodge offers respite and short-term care. Availability changes regularly, so it is best to enquire directly.
Questions families ask about Bramble Lodge
Can Mum or Dad stay here if their dementia gets worse?
Yes. Bramble Lodge is registered for dementia care, so someone whose needs increase can usually stay rather than move.
Is there a nurse on site if health needs change?
No. Bramble Lodge is a residential care home without on-site nursing. District nurses and GPs visit, but someone who needs daily nursing may have to move to a nursing home.
Can they try a short stay before deciding?
Yes. Yes. Bramble Lodge offers respite and short stays, which is a good way to see whether the home is the right fit.
Will they support end of life care, so there is no move at the hardest time?
Ask the home. End of life care is not listed on the register. Ask the manager whether residents can remain in the home with hospice or district nurse support.
Can she bring her cat or dog?
Ask the home. The home has not told us its pet policy yet. Ask directly; some homes allow small pets in residents' rooms or welcome visiting dogs.
Can a couple stay together?
Ask the home. We do not know whether the home has rooms for couples. Ask about shared or adjoining rooms if this matters.
Will the council help pay, or is it self funded only?
Ask the home. The home has not told us which funding it accepts. Most homes take both council funded and self funded residents; ask about council rates and any top up.
Do they take younger adults as well as older people?
Yes. Yes. Bramble Lodge supports younger adults as well as older people.
Can I visit before deciding, and are there visiting hours?
Ask the home. Every home should welcome a visit. Call to arrange one, ideally at a mealtime or during an activity, and ask about visiting hours for family.
Typical weekly fees in the East Midlands
Bramble Lodge has not published its fees yet. These are typical weekly fees for the East Midlands, so you know roughly what to expect before you call.
- Residential care: £850 to £1,100 per week per person, typical range
- Dementia care: £950 to £1,200 per week per person, typical range
Indicative figures for the East Midlands, not a quote from Bramble Lodge. Actual fees depend on the room, the level of care and how it is funded.
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