Pinewood Lodge
Pinewood Lodge is a residential care home in Watford, Hertfordshire (WD19 7HR). It holds a CQC rating of Good.
About Pinewood Lodge
Pinewood Lodge is a residential care home in Watford, supporting older adults and some younger adults. We look after residents living with dementia and residents with a physical disability, and we offer respite stays alongside permanent places. Our aim is that people keep as much of their own life as possible when they come here. Their own routines, their own belongings, their own preferences about food and company and how the day should go, and support to carry on doing whatever they can still manage themselves. Taking over is quicker and it is rarely the right answer. For residents living with dementia we rely on familiarity, a steady rhythm to the day, and staff who will give somebody the time to respond in their own way rather than filling the silence for them. When a resident is distressed we look for the reason behind it, because there almost always is one. Respite guests become part of the household from the day they arrive. For many people a short stay is their first experience of a care home, and we would like it to be reassuring rather than something endured. Our most recent overall rating from the Care Quality Commission is Good. Families are welcome to visit without arranging it beforehand, and anyone considering a place here should come and see the home for themselves.
Care provided at Pinewood Lodge
- Older person care
- Dementia care
- Physical disability support
- Younger adults care
- Respite care
- Last CQC inspection: 11 June 2019
Read the full inspection report on the CQC website.
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Common questions about Pinewood Lodge
Where is Pinewood Lodge located?
Pinewood Lodge is a residential care home in Watford, Hertfordshire, WD19 7HR. You can view its exact location and get directions from the map on this page.
What type of care does Pinewood Lodge provide?
Pinewood 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.
What is Pinewood Lodge's CQC rating?
Pinewood Lodge is registered with and inspected by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). Its most recent overall rating is Good following its last inspection on 11 June 2019. You can read the full CQC report from the link on this page.
Does Pinewood Lodge provide dementia care?
Yes. Pinewood Lodge supports people living with dementia. We recommend contacting the home directly to discuss your individual situation.
Does Pinewood Lodge offer respite or short-term care?
Yes. Pinewood Lodge offers respite and short-term care. Availability changes regularly, so it is best to enquire directly.
Questions families ask about Pinewood Lodge
Can Mum or Dad stay here if their dementia gets worse?
Yes. Pinewood 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. Pinewood 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. Pinewood 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. Pinewood 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
Pinewood 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 Pinewood Lodge. Actual fees depend on the room, the level of care and how it is funded.
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