Riverside Lodge
Riverside Lodge is a residential care home in Rickmansworth, Hertfordshire (WD3 1JE).
About Riverside Lodge
Riverside Lodge is a residential care home in Rickmansworth, Hertfordshire. We support older people and younger adults, including people living with dementia and people with a physical disability. Our aim is straightforward. We want the people living here to feel that this is their home rather than somewhere they have been placed, and that shapes the ordinary decisions as much as the big ones. Residents bring their own furniture and pictures where they can, get up and go to bed when they choose, and are asked about how the home runs rather than told. For people living with dementia, we keep things familiar and predictable, and we pay close attention to the small routines that help someone feel settled. Families are often the best source of the details that make that possible, and we ask for them. Where someone has a physical disability, we take trouble over how help is given, because how a person is assisted with washing, dressing or moving matters as much as whether they are assisted at all. Respite stays are available, whether a family carer needs a planned break or someone needs company and support while regaining confidence after illness. We plan short stays with the same thought as permanent ones. We have not yet been given an overall rating by the Care Quality Commission, and we would rather people came to see the home and judge for themselves.
Care provided at Riverside Lodge
- Older person care
- Dementia care
- Physical disability support
- Younger adults care
- Respite care
Read the full inspection report on the CQC website.
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Common questions about Riverside Lodge
Where is Riverside Lodge located?
Riverside Lodge is a residential care home in Rickmansworth, Hertfordshire, WD3 1JE. You can view its exact location and get directions from the map on this page.
What type of care does Riverside Lodge provide?
Riverside Lodge is registered to provide residential personal care, with support that includes Older person care, Dementia care, Physical disability support, Younger adults care, Respite care. The full list of services is shown on this page.
Does Riverside Lodge provide dementia care?
Yes. Riverside Lodge supports people living with dementia. We recommend contacting the home directly to discuss your individual situation.
Does Riverside Lodge offer respite or short-term care?
Yes. Riverside Lodge offers respite and short-term care. Availability changes regularly, so it is best to enquire directly.
Questions families ask about Riverside Lodge
Can Mum or Dad stay here if their dementia gets worse?
Yes. Riverside 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. Riverside 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. Riverside 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. Riverside 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
Riverside Lodge has not published its fees yet. These are typical weekly fees for the East, so you know roughly what to expect before you call.
- Residential care: £1,000 to £1,350 per week per person, typical range
- Dementia care: £1,100 to £1,450 per week per person, typical range
Indicative figures for the East, not a quote from Riverside Lodge. Actual fees depend on the room, the level of care and how it is funded.
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