Boughton Lodge Care Home
Boughton Lodge Care Home is a residential care home in Northampton, West Northamptonshire (NN2 7SU). It holds a CQC rating of Good.
About Boughton Lodge Care Home
We at Boughton Lodge Care Home are proud to offer a warm and welcoming residential care home in Northampton, providing dedicated older person care, dementia support, and respite stays for families across West Northamptonshire and the wider East Midlands. Nestled within the Northampton community, our home offers a comfortable and homely setting where residents can feel truly at ease. The surroundings have been thoughtfully arranged to promote a sense of calm and familiarity, whilst remaining well connected for visiting family and friends. Every corner of our home has been created with the wellbeing, dignity, and comfort of our residents firmly in mind, offering peaceful communal areas alongside private spaces for quiet reflection or family visits. Our specialisms include residential care for older people, dementia care, and respite care, meaning we are able to support a wide range of needs under one roof. For those living with dementia, our team takes time to understand each individual's story, preferences, and routines, delivering compassionate care that respects the person behind the condition. Our residential care is built around gentle daily support, companionship, and encouragement, helping residents maintain as much independence as possible whilst knowing help is always close at hand. Respite care offers families a trusted place for their loved one to stay on a short term basis, whether following a hospital stay, during a family holiday, or simply to provide a valued break for regular carers. We understand that choosing a care home is one of the most important decisions a family can make, and we are committed to making that journey as reassuring as possible. From the very first enquiry through to settling in, we work in close partnership with families, keeping communication open, honest, and kind. Every resident is welcomed as an individual, and care plans are shaped around their personal preferences, life history, and health needs. The Care Quality Commission most recently inspected our home in November 2023 and awarded us an overall rating of Good, with Good ratings across all five key areas: Safe, Effective, Caring, Responsive, and Well led. This reflects the consistent standard of care our team strives to deliver each and every day, and it offers families genuine peace of mind that their loved one is in capable and compassionate hands. If you are exploring care options for a family member in Northampton or the wider West Northamptonshire area, we would be delighted to hear from you. Please do get in touch to arrange a visit, ask any questions you may have, or simply to talk through what you are looking for. At Boughton Lodge Care Home, your loved one will always be treated with the warmth, respect, and dignity they deserve.
Care provided at Boughton Lodge Care Home
- Older person care
- Dementia care
- Respite care
- Last CQC inspection: 22 November 2023
Read the full inspection report on the CQC website.
Common questions about Boughton Lodge Care Home
Where is Boughton Lodge Care Home located?
Boughton Lodge Care Home is a residential care home in Northampton, West Northamptonshire, NN2 7SU. You can view its exact location and get directions from the map on this page.
What type of care does Boughton Lodge Care Home provide?
Boughton 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 Boughton Lodge Care Home's CQC rating?
Boughton 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 22 November 2023. You can read the full CQC report from the link on this page.
Does Boughton Lodge Care Home provide dementia care?
Yes. Boughton Lodge Care Home supports people living with dementia. We recommend contacting the home directly to discuss your individual situation.
Does Boughton Lodge Care Home offer respite or short-term care?
Yes. Boughton Lodge Care Home offers respite and short-term care. Availability changes regularly, so it is best to enquire directly.
Questions families ask about Boughton Lodge Care Home
Can Mum or Dad stay here if their dementia gets worse?
Yes. Boughton 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. Boughton 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. Boughton 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. Boughton 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 Midlands
Boughton Lodge Care Home 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 Boughton Lodge Care Home. Actual fees depend on the room, the level of care and how it is funded.
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