Orchard Lodge Care Home
Orchard Lodge Care Home is a nursing home in Leighton Buzzard, Central Bedfordshire (LU7 9PN). It holds a CQC rating of Requires Improvement.
About Orchard Lodge Care Home
Orchard Lodge Care Home provides nursing care in Leighton Buzzard, Central Bedfordshire. We look after older people, including those with physical disabilities, and we take respite bookings for people who need a stay of a few weeks rather than a permanent place. Nursing cover is here at all hours, which means we can care for people whose health needs are considerable and usually manage a period of illness on site rather than through repeated hospital admissions. Our care staff work alongside the nursing team and know the people living here well enough to notice early when somebody is not their usual self. We also try to keep this a place where people live. Rooms belong to those in them, with their own furniture and photographs. The day has a shape without being regimented, and there is company for those who want it and quiet for those who do not. Where somebody wants to keep doing things for themselves, we make sure equipment and layout help rather than hinder. We would rather be open with you about our regulator. Our most recent inspection by the Care Quality Commission found that we require improvement overall. There is an action plan, we are working through it with the whole team, and we will talk any family through what was raised, what has changed and what is still in hand. Visitors are welcome at any reasonable hour.
Care provided at Orchard Lodge Care Home
- Older person care
- Physical disability support
- Respite care
- Last CQC inspection: 18 June 2021
Read the full inspection report on the CQC website.
Common questions about Orchard Lodge Care Home
Where is Orchard Lodge Care Home located?
Orchard Lodge Care Home is a nursing home in Leighton Buzzard, Central Bedfordshire, LU7 9PN. You can view its exact location and get directions from the map on this page.
What type of care does Orchard Lodge Care Home provide?
Orchard Lodge Care Home is registered to provide nursing and personal care, with support that includes Older person care, Physical disability support, Respite care. The full list of services is shown on this page.
What is Orchard Lodge Care Home's CQC rating?
Orchard Lodge Care Home is registered with and inspected by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). Its most recent overall rating is Requires Improvement following its last inspection on 18 June 2021. You can read the full CQC report from the link on this page.
Does Orchard Lodge Care Home offer respite or short-term care?
Yes. Orchard Lodge Care Home offers respite and short-term care. Availability changes regularly, so it is best to enquire directly.
Questions families ask about Orchard Lodge Care Home
Can Mum or Dad stay here if their dementia gets worse?
No. Orchard Lodge Care Home 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?
Yes. Yes. Orchard Lodge Care Home is registered to provide nursing care, so registered nurses are part of the team.
Can they try a short stay before deciding?
Yes. Yes. Orchard 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. Orchard 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
Orchard 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
- Nursing care: £1,250 to £1,600 per week per person, typical range
Indicative figures for the East, not a quote from Orchard Lodge Care Home. Actual fees depend on the room, the level of care and how it is funded.
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