Ambika Lodge Care Home
Ambika Lodge Care Home is a nursing home in Canvey Island, Essex (SS8 0LP). It holds a CQC rating of Good.
About Ambika Lodge Care Home
Here at Ambika Lodge Care Home, we provide nursing care for people living on Canvey Island and across Essex, offering a warm and familiar environment where residents feel genuinely at home. We are rated Good by the Care Quality Commission, which reflects the effort our whole team puts into day to day life here. We support a wide range of needs under one roof. Older adults and younger adults alike are welcome, and we have particular experience in dementia care, nursing care, and supporting people living with physical disabilities or visual and hearing impairments. We also offer respite care for those who need a short stay, whether that is to recover after a hospital admission or to give family carers a much needed break. What matters most to us is that every person who comes through our doors is treated as an individual. We take time to get to know residents, their histories, their preferences, and the small things that make a real difference to how they feel each day. Care plans are built around the person, not the other way around. Our team works closely with residents, families, and healthcare professionals to make sure support is joined up and responsive. We understand that choosing a care home is one of the most significant decisions a family can face, and we do our best to make that process as straightforward and reassuring as possible. Families are always welcome to visit, ask questions, and stay involved in their loved one's care. We are proud to be part of the Canvey Island community and to provide a safe, comfortable and lively place where people can continue to live well. If you would like to find out more or arrange a visit, please do not hesitate to get in touch with us.
Care provided at Ambika Lodge Care Home
- Older person care
- Dementia care
- Physical disability support
- Sensory impairment support
- Younger adults care
- Respite care
- Last CQC inspection: 15 April 2021
Read the full inspection report on the CQC website.
Common questions about Ambika Lodge Care Home
Where is Ambika Lodge Care Home located?
Ambika Lodge Care Home is a nursing home in Canvey Island, Essex, SS8 0LP. You can view its exact location and get directions from the map on this page.
What type of care does Ambika Lodge Care Home provide?
Ambika Lodge Care Home is registered to provide nursing and personal care, with support that includes Older person care, Dementia care, Physical disability support, Sensory impairment support, Younger adults care, Respite care. The full list of services is shown on this page.
What is Ambika Lodge Care Home's CQC rating?
Ambika 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 15 April 2021. You can read the full CQC report from the link on this page.
Does Ambika Lodge Care Home provide dementia care?
Yes. Ambika Lodge Care Home supports people living with dementia. We recommend contacting the home directly to discuss your individual situation.
Does Ambika Lodge Care Home offer respite or short-term care?
Yes. Ambika Lodge Care Home offers respite and short-term care. Availability changes regularly, so it is best to enquire directly.
Questions families ask about Ambika Lodge Care Home
Can Mum or Dad stay here if their dementia gets worse?
Yes. Ambika 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?
Yes. Yes. Ambika 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. Ambika 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?
Yes. Yes. Ambika Lodge Care Home 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
Ambika 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
- Dementia care: £1,100 to £1,450 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 Ambika Lodge Care Home. Actual fees depend on the room, the level of care and how it is funded.
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