Briggs Lodge Residential and Nursing Home
Briggs Lodge Residential and Nursing Home is a nursing home in Devizes, Wiltshire (SN10 2DY). It holds a CQC rating of Good.
About Briggs Lodge Residential and Nursing Home
We at Briggs Lodge Residential and Nursing Home are proud to offer compassionate nursing care in the historic market town of Devizes, Wiltshire. Our welcoming home provides a nurturing environment for older people who require dedicated nursing support, specialist dementia care, or a comfortable respite stay. Nestled in the heart of Wiltshire's South West countryside, Briggs Lodge benefits from the peaceful character of Devizes whilst remaining well connected to the wider community. Our setting offers residents the reassurance of familiar surroundings, with the gentle rhythms of local life just beyond our doors. Families visiting from across the SN postcode area and further afield will find us accessible and warmly welcoming. Our team specialises in providing round the clock nursing care for older adults, delivered by qualified nurses and skilled care colleagues who understand that every resident is an individual with a unique life story. For those living with dementia, we take a person centred approach that honours who each resident is today whilst respecting the person they have always been. We focus on creating meaningful moments, maintaining dignity, and supporting families through what can be a challenging journey. For families needing short term support, our respite care offers a valuable option, whether following a hospital stay, during a carer's break, or as a gentle introduction to residential life. Whatever the reason for a stay with us, we work closely with families to ensure care plans reflect personal preferences, routines, and wishes. Following our most recent Care Quality Commission inspection in April 2023, Briggs Lodge was awarded an overall rating of Good. Inspectors recognised the quality of our care, rating us Good across the Effective, Caring, Responsive and Well led domains. We received a rating of Requires Improvement in the Safe domain, and we have taken this feedback seriously, using it as a catalyst for continued learning and strengthening of our practices. Transparency matters to us, and we are always happy to discuss our journey of improvement openly with prospective residents and their loved ones. Choosing a nursing home is one of the most important decisions a family can make, and we understand the weight of that choice. We warmly invite you to get in touch, arrange a visit, and see for yourself the atmosphere of care and community we have built at Briggs Lodge. Our door is open, and we would be honoured to walk this journey alongside you and your family.
Care provided at Briggs Lodge Residential and Nursing Home
- Older person care
- Dementia care
- Respite care
- Last CQC inspection: 28 April 2023
Read the full inspection report on the CQC website.
Common questions about Briggs Lodge Residential and Nursing Home
Where is Briggs Lodge Residential and Nursing Home located?
Briggs Lodge Residential and Nursing Home is a nursing home in Devizes, Wiltshire, SN10 2DY. You can view its exact location and get directions from the map on this page.
What type of care does Briggs Lodge Residential and Nursing Home provide?
Briggs Lodge Residential and Nursing Home is registered to provide nursing and 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 Briggs Lodge Residential and Nursing Home's CQC rating?
Briggs Lodge Residential and Nursing Home is registered with and inspected by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). Its most recent overall rating is Good following its last inspection on 28 April 2023. You can read the full CQC report from the link on this page.
Does Briggs Lodge Residential and Nursing Home provide dementia care?
Yes. Briggs Lodge Residential and Nursing Home supports people living with dementia. We recommend contacting the home directly to discuss your individual situation.
Does Briggs Lodge Residential and Nursing Home offer respite or short-term care?
Yes. Briggs Lodge Residential and Nursing Home offers respite and short-term care. Availability changes regularly, so it is best to enquire directly.
Questions families ask about Briggs Lodge Residential and Nursing Home
Can Mum or Dad stay here if their dementia gets worse?
Yes. Briggs Lodge Residential and Nursing 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. Briggs Lodge Residential and Nursing 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. Briggs Lodge Residential and Nursing 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. Briggs Lodge Residential and Nursing 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 South West
Briggs Lodge Residential and Nursing Home has not published its fees yet. These are typical weekly fees for the South West, so you know roughly what to expect before you call.
- Residential care: £1,000 to £1,300 per week per person, typical range
- Dementia care: £1,100 to £1,400 per week per person, typical range
- Nursing care: £1,250 to £1,600 per week per person, typical range
Indicative figures for the South West, not a quote from Briggs Lodge Residential and Nursing Home. Actual fees depend on the room, the level of care and how it is funded.
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