Huntsman's Lodge DCA
Huntsman's Lodge DCA is a home care agency in Leicester, Leicestershire (LE3 8DG). It holds a CQC rating of Good.
About Huntsman's Lodge DCA
We at Huntsman's Lodge DCA are proud to provide compassionate home care across Leicester and the surrounding Leicestershire community, supporting people to live well and independently in the place they know best: their own home. Based in the LE postcode area, our team works throughout Leicester and its neighbouring localities in the East Midlands, bringing personalised support directly to residents' doorsteps. Because we deliver care in your own familiar surroundings, every visit is shaped around the rhythm of your household, your routines, and the little details that make a house feel like home. Whether you live in a family property, a bungalow, or supported accommodation, our aim is to complement your environment rather than change it. Our specialisms reflect the diverse needs of the people we support. We provide dedicated home care for adults living with learning disabilities and autism, offering consistent, understanding support that respects individual communication styles and sensory preferences. For those living with mental health conditions, our approach is centred on dignity, patience, and building trusting relationships that promote wellbeing and stability. We also support people with physical disabilities, assisting with mobility, personal care, and everyday tasks in a way that maximises independence rather than diminishing it. In practice, this means families can feel reassured that their loved one is being cared for by a team that genuinely understands their condition and their goals. For residents, it means being listened to, being encouraged, and being supported to do the things that matter most, whether that is maintaining a hobby, staying connected with the community, or simply enjoying a familiar cup of tea in a favourite chair. For families, it means having a reliable partner in care, someone to share the journey with, so that you can return to being a son, daughter, partner, or friend rather than solely a carer. The Care Quality Commission has rated Huntsman's Lodge DCA as Good overall, with Good ratings across all five key domains: Safe, Effective, Caring, Responsive, and Well-led. This consistent rating reflects a home care provider that meets expected standards across every aspect of its work, from the safety of the support delivered to the responsiveness of the team and the leadership that guides it. For families weighing up their options, this independent assurance offers meaningful peace of mind that quality and accountability sit at the heart of what we do. Choosing home care is a deeply personal decision, and we understand it often comes at a time of change or uncertainty. If you are exploring support for yourself or a loved one in Leicester or the wider Leicestershire area, we warmly invite you to get in touch. We are here to listen, to answer your questions, and to help you take the next step with confidence and care.
Care provided at Huntsman's Lodge DCA
- Mental health care
- Learning disability and autism support
- Physical disability support
- Covers approximately 10 miles
- Last CQC inspection: 16 June 2018
Read the full inspection report on the CQC website.
Common questions about Huntsman's Lodge DCA
Where is Huntsman's Lodge DCA located?
Huntsman's Lodge DCA is a home care agency based in Leicester, Leicestershire (LE3 8DG), providing care to people in their own homes within approximately 10 miles of the area.
What type of care does Huntsman's Lodge DCA provide?
Huntsman's Lodge DCA is registered to provide care in people’s own homes, with support that includes Mental health care, Learning disability and autism support, Physical disability support. The full list of services is shown on this page.
What is Huntsman's Lodge DCA's CQC rating?
Huntsman's Lodge DCA is registered with and inspected by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). Its most recent overall rating is Good following its last inspection on 16 June 2018. You can read the full CQC report from the link on this page.
Questions families ask about Huntsman's Lodge DCA
Can they support someone living with dementia at home?
No. Huntsman's Lodge DCA does not list dementia care on the CQC register. Choose an agency that does if dementia is part of the picture.
Can they help with medication and nursing tasks?
Ask the home. Most home care agencies prompt or give medication but do not provide nursing tasks. Ask what their carers are trained to do.
Do they cover our area?
Yes. Huntsman's Lodge DCA covers roughly 10 miles from Leicester.
Will the council help pay?
Ask the home. The agency has not told us which funding it accepts. Most take both council funded and self funded clients; a direct payment from the council can be used to pay them.
Typical home care fees in the East Midlands
Huntsman's Lodge DCA has not published its fees yet. These are typical hourly rates for the East Midlands, so you know roughly what to expect before you call.
- Home care (per hour): £26 to £31 per hour, typical range
Indicative figures for the East Midlands, not a quote from Huntsman's Lodge DCA. Actual fees depend on the room, the level of care and how it is funded.
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