Clare Lodge Care Home
Clare Lodge Care Home is a residential care home in St Albans, Hertfordshire (AL1 4DD). It holds a CQC rating of Good.
About Clare Lodge Care Home
At Clare Lodge Care Home, we are proud to be part of the St Albans community in Hertfordshire, offering a warm and genuinely homely environment for older people who need support to live well. We specialise in residential care, dementia care and respite care, which means we support a wide range of people at different stages of their lives and their care journeys. Whether someone is joining us for a short break to allow family members to rest, or making Clare Lodge their permanent home, we work hard to make sure every person feels known, respected and comfortable from the moment they arrive. Dementia care sits at the heart of much of what we do. We understand how unsettling life can feel for someone living with dementia, and equally how worrying it can be for the families around them. Our approach is built around consistency, familiarity and genuine kindness, helping residents feel as settled and secure as possible day to day. Our team takes the time to get to know each resident properly, not just their care needs but their preferences, their histories and the things that bring them pleasure. That might be a particular type of music, a favourite meal or simply enjoying a quiet corner of the garden. These details matter to us enormously. We are pleased that our most recent inspection by the Care Quality Commission resulted in an overall rating of Good, which reflects the standard of care we aim to provide every single day. We never see that as a reason to stand still, and we are always looking at how we can do things better for the people in our care. If you are considering care for yourself or someone you love, we would warmly welcome you to come and visit us and see Clare Lodge for yourself.
Care provided at Clare Lodge Care Home
- Older person care
- Dementia care
- Respite care
- Last CQC inspection: 23 May 2018
Read the full inspection report on the CQC website.
Common questions about Clare Lodge Care Home
Where is Clare Lodge Care Home located?
Clare Lodge Care Home is a residential care home in St Albans, Hertfordshire, AL1 4DD. You can view its exact location and get directions from the map on this page.
What type of care does Clare Lodge Care Home provide?
Clare Lodge Care Home is registered to provide residential personal care, with support that includes Older person care, Dementia care, Respite care. The full list of services is shown on this page.
What is Clare Lodge Care Home's CQC rating?
Clare Lodge Care Home is registered with and inspected by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). Its most recent overall rating is Good following its last inspection on 23 May 2018. You can read the full CQC report from the link on this page.
Does Clare Lodge Care Home provide dementia care?
Yes. Clare Lodge Care Home supports people living with dementia. We recommend contacting the home directly to discuss your individual situation.
Does Clare Lodge Care Home offer respite or short-term care?
Yes. Clare Lodge Care Home offers respite and short-term care. Availability changes regularly, so it is best to enquire directly.
Questions families ask about Clare Lodge Care Home
Can Mum or Dad stay here if their dementia gets worse?
Yes. Clare Lodge Care Home 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. Clare Lodge Care Home 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. Clare Lodge Care Home 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?
No. Clare Lodge Care Home is registered for older people. Younger adults are not listed.
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
Clare Lodge Care Home 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 Clare Lodge Care Home. Actual fees depend on the room, the level of care and how it is funded.
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