Magnolia Lodge
Magnolia Lodge is a residential care home in Shinfield, Wokingham (RG2 9BT). It holds a CQC rating of Good.
About Magnolia Lodge
We at Magnolia Lodge are proud to offer compassionate residential care in the welcoming village of Shinfield, where our home provides a true sense of belonging for older people and adults living with a range of support needs. Set within the Wokingham area of the South East, our location combines the calm of village life with easy access to the wider community. Our setting has been thoughtfully arranged to feel like a genuine home rather than an institution. Residents can enjoy comfortable communal areas designed for conversation and relaxation, alongside private spaces where they can rest, reflect, or spend quiet time with visiting loved ones. The surrounding neighbourhood within the RG postcode area offers a peaceful backdrop, and the village setting of Shinfield means residents and families benefit from a friendly, close knit atmosphere. Our team supports a wonderfully diverse community of residents. We specialise in older person care and residential care, whilst also welcoming younger adults and individuals living with a learning disability, autism, or a physical disability. In practice, this means we take time to understand each person as an individual, shaping daily routines, activities, and support around their preferences, abilities, and aspirations. For families, this person centred approach offers reassurance that their relative will be seen, heard, and valued every single day. Whether someone needs gentle encouragement to maintain independence, sensitive support with personal care, or a calm and predictable environment that helps them feel secure, our aim is to ensure every resident can live with dignity and purpose. Quality and safety are at the heart of everything we do. Magnolia Lodge has been rated Good overall by the Care Quality Commission, with Good ratings across all five key areas: Safe, Effective, Caring, Responsive, and Well led. For families, this consistent picture is meaningful. It reflects an environment where residents are protected from harm, where care is delivered effectively and in line with best practice, where staff treat people with genuine kindness, where support responds to changing needs, and where the home is led with clear values and accountability. We see this rating not as a destination but as a foundation we continue to build upon. Choosing a care home is one of the most important decisions a family can make, and we understand the care, thought, and emotion involved. We warmly invite families considering Magnolia Lodge to get in touch, visit us in Shinfield, and experience the atmosphere of our home for themselves. Whatever questions you have, we are here to listen, to guide you gently through the process, and to help you feel confident that your loved one will be welcomed into a place where they can truly feel at home.
Care provided at Magnolia Lodge
- Older person care
- Learning disability and autism support
- Physical disability support
- Younger adults care
- Respite care
- Last CQC inspection: 14 February 2019
Read the full inspection report on the CQC website.
Common questions about Magnolia Lodge
Where is Magnolia Lodge located?
Magnolia Lodge is a residential care home in Shinfield, Wokingham, RG2 9BT. You can view its exact location and get directions from the map on this page.
What type of care does Magnolia Lodge provide?
Magnolia Lodge is registered to provide residential personal care, with support that includes Older person care, Learning disability and autism support, Physical disability support, Younger adults care, Respite care. The full list of services is shown on this page.
What is Magnolia Lodge's CQC rating?
Magnolia Lodge is registered with and inspected by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). Its most recent overall rating is Good following its last inspection on 14 February 2019. You can read the full CQC report from the link on this page.
Does Magnolia Lodge offer respite or short-term care?
Yes. Magnolia Lodge offers respite and short-term care. Availability changes regularly, so it is best to enquire directly.
Questions families ask about Magnolia Lodge
Can Mum or Dad stay here if their dementia gets worse?
No. Magnolia Lodge is not listed for dementia care on the CQC register. If dementia is likely, choose a home that is, so a second move is not needed later.
Is there a nurse on site if health needs change?
No. Magnolia 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. Magnolia 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. Magnolia 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 South East
Magnolia Lodge has not published its fees yet. These are typical weekly fees for the South East, so you know roughly what to expect before you call.
- Residential care: £1,100 to £1,450 per week per person, typical range
Indicative figures for the South East, not a quote from Magnolia Lodge. Actual fees depend on the room, the level of care and how it is funded.
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