Castor Lodge Care Home
Splash Lane
Castor
Peterborough
Cambridgeshire
PE5 7BD
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Profile Strength |
Excellent 99%
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| Care Type | Care Home |
| Care Category | Dementia | Respite | Residential |
| Availability | Yes |
| Weekly Prices From | £1,500.00 |
| Regulator's Rating | Not Yet Rated |
Meet The Manager
Natalie White is Home Manager at Castor Lodge Care Home.
Natalie joined Country Court in 2015 as Manager of our Tallington Home and is now manager at Castor Lodge Care Home. Natalie has many years’ experience in the care industry and has managed several other local care homes. She operates an open-door policy, has a smile for everyone and is always on hand to answer questions from residents and families.
About Us
Our homes are designed to be exactly that – a home. The stunning facilities provide a luxury lifestyle, enabling people to live as they would normally, with the added pleasure of having company (and no chores). Our new care home in Castor near Peterborough will provide a warm welcome as soon as you set foot through the door. Specialising in residential care, dementia care and short-term respite care, Castor Lodge is home for up to sixty-eight people. The care home is equipped with state-of-the-art facilities to cater for a variety of care needs.
With a community feel, the home's village street provides a lively heart of the home. Communal areas are bright, spacious and inviting, with beautifully landscaped gardens to encourage people to explore the outdoor spaces.
Every detail has been thoughtfully designed to facilitate a range of daily meaningful activities. There is always plenty going on from a visit to the Cricketers Arms pub, cinema, hair and beauty salon or corner shop. Residents can meet friends and visitors in the bistro café or enjoy uninterrupted views over the open countryside from the rooftop Observatory bar. Castor Lodge is a wonderful place to start the next chapter of life.
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Care
| Care Options | We Can Provide |
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| Support For | Companionship, Personal care. |
| Disability Support | Physical Disability, Physically Frail, Walking Frame. |
| Medication | By Mouth. |
| Nursing Specialisms | Pain Management. |
| Type Of Dementia | Mild Dementia, Moderate Dementia. |
| Dementia Behaviour | Agitation / Restlessness, Challenging Behaviour, Disrupted Sleep Patterns, Mild Forgetfulness, Violent Behaviour, Wandering . |
| Dementia Specialisms | Alzheimer's. |
| Respite Care | Yes |
Infection Control (S.A.F.E.)
Autumna has invited care providers to evidence the infection control measures they are carrying out, above and beyond those laid out by the government, in order to keep residents, staff and visitors safe.
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As a company, Country Court has always followed thorough infection control procedures, as we know this is the bedrock to safety. These practices mean we have been as well-equipped as anyone to deal with the Covid-19 outbreak but have still increased our measures to reduce its impact. All of our staff have worked extremely hard during this period to keep our residents safe and we have limited the number of cases across all of our homes, far below the national average. While there have been cases in some of our homes, many of these have been isolated and the vast majority of people have recovered to be safe and well. |
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Infection Control Training | Our staff are trained to use measures which prevent and control infections. |
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Sterilisation & Disinfection Devices | We are using sterilisation and/or disinfection devices within our care setting. |
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Virus Testing | We are testing for viral infection when symptoms present within our care setting. |
| Infection Prevention & Control (IPC) - Regulator’s Assessment | ||
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| In response to the coronavirus pandemic, regulators have assessed the preparedness of care providers in relation to infection prevention and control. Details of the regulator’s latest findings can be found below. | ||
| Regulator: CQC | ||
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Testing | The provider assured the regulator that it was accessing testing for people using the service and staff. |
| To view the provider’s latest Inspection Reports, Click here. | ||
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| Connectivity for resident testing, monitoring & communications |
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Infection control and the safety of both residents and staff often requires quarantine measures and the isolation of care home residents. To test, monitor and allow residents to communicate with relatives, the prevalence of room-level connectivity within the home is becoming increasingly relevant. Wireless Internet access (WiFi) Yes, our care home has WiFi in all our resident’s rooms. Mobile Phone Network Coverage (mobile “signal”) Yes, our care home has mobile phone signal in all our resident’s rooms. Telephone for external calling Yes, our care home provides a telephone in all our resident’s rooms. Family Portal Yes, our care home has provides families with a family portal. Find out more about Family Portals here. |
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| Minimum Age |
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| 60 |
| LGBTQ Welcome |
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| Yes |
Building and Facilities
| Our Building and Facilities |
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The stunning facilities provide a luxury lifestyle, enabling people to live as they would normally, with the added pleasure of having company (and no chores). Our new care home in Castor near Peterborough will provide a warm welcome as soon as you set foot through the door. Specialising in residential care, dementia care and short-term respite care, Castor Lodge will be home for up to sixty-eight people. The care home will be equipped with state-of-the-art facilities to cater for a variety of care needs. |
| Is Our Home Purpose Built |
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| Yes |
| How Many Floors We Have |
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| 2 |
| Who Owns Our Building |
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| Private |
| Communal Rooms |
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| Coffee Shop / Café, Dining Rooms, Library, Sitting Rooms, TV Lounges. |
| What Else Do We Provide |
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| Assisted Bathroom, Beauty Salon, Library, Lift, Minibus. |
| Our Garden |
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| Communal Garden, Communal Patio, Private Garden(s), Seating, Secure Garden, Wheelchair Friendly Access. |
| How 'Smart' Are We? |
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| Reduce Plastic Use. |
| Brochures |
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| Castor Lodge Care Home Brochure.pdf |
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Rooms
| Description |
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Our 68 bedrooms are light, bright and comfortable. People are able to personalise their rooms with belongings that are meaningful to them. All rooms have en-suite and walk in shower rooms. |
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| Number Of Rooms | 74 |
| Number Of Ensuite Rooms | 74 |
| Type Of Room |
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| Shared Room, Single Room. |
| Room Features |
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| Furnished, Garden View. |
| Room Facilities |
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| Telephone Point. |
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Meet our Team
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Our staff are trained to a high standard and will be respectful towards you and your family. We believe that a person-centred approach and an understanding of individuals specific needs, helps promote the individual’s sense of wellbeing, whilst also ensuring their privacy and dignity, which is of great importance. |
| Our Team |
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Daniel GrabDeputy ManagerDaniel is our Deputy Manager at Castor Lodge, he is a registered nurse and has worked as clinical lead for various care providers. Daniel is responsible for monitoring the standards of care in the home and ensuring the needs of our residents are met on a day to day basis. 
Laura MillsCustomer Relations ManagerLaura is our Customer Relations Manager at Castor Lodge Care Home, and she is responsible for ensuring the transition of your loved one into our home is as smooth as possible. Laura takes a great deal of care to get to know each resident and their family. She was awarded a Staff Award recognising the fantastic rapport she has with families & residents, always finding a way to make people feel at ease. 
Pramila GurungHome AdministratorPramila is the Home Administrator here at Castor Lodge. She keeps the administration running smoothly for the home and brightens everyone's day. 
Saira RefinReceptionistSaira is our Receptionist at Castor Lodge, she provides a warm welcome for all our visitors and supports all of the teams at the care home with administration and clerical assistance.
Natalie WhiteHome ManagerNatalie joined Country Court in 2015 as Manager of our Tallington Home and is now manager at Castor Lodge Care Home. Natalie has many years’ experience in the care industry and has managed several other local care homes. She operates an open-door policy, has a smile for everyone and is always on hand to answer questions from residents and families. |
Fees
| Weekly Fees Start From | Fee |
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| Residential Fees From / Price Per Week | £1,500.00 |
| Funding Types | |
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| We Accept Self-Funding Clients | Yes |
| We Accept Local Authority Funding | No |
| We Accept NHS Continuing Healthcare | Yes |
| We Accept Local Authority funding with a Third Party Top-Up | Yes |
Food (Choice Dining)
Choice Dining is a food-focused accreditation designed to give care-seekers like yourself the ability to consider and compare the dining experience within different care settings.
To be awarded the Choice Dining badge, a care home will have committed to delivering exceptional dining experiences with a strong focus on preference, individuality, hygiene and the environment. You can explore the specifics of all participating homes in the tab below to learn more about the food on offer, how it is served and presented and what they’re doing to cater for your personal taste. For more information about Choice Dining please click here.
| Styles of Food |
 Gluten-free
Halal
Kosher
Pureed
Vegan
Vegetarian
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| Dining Locations |
Bedroom Dining
Bistro
Café
Restaurant
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| Dining Styles |
A la Carte
Hot Trolley
Room Service
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| Hospitality |
Guests are welcome for dinner (Covid permitting)
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| Our Menu |
Fine Dining and Sample Menu New Design V3.pdf
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The preparation, nutritional value and presentation of food.
Attractive drinks and adaptive cups/glasses are available and accessible where needed.
Individual dietary needs are person centred.
Meals reflect the nutritional needs of the residents.
Our menu has been verified by a registered nutritional therapist or dietitian.
Our menu is balanced.
Snacks are provided for residents that require texture-modified food.
Sweet and savoury foods are provided between meals (this does not just include cakes and biscuits).
A la Carte
Hot Trolley
Room Service
A critical component for good health.
We are following best practice including NICE guidelines as a standard.
We are conducting internal and/or 3rd party food safety audits.
We have allergen management policies in place.
A freedom to eat the food you want, when you want it.
A Private Dining room is bookable for residents and their families.
Families are invited for meals [Covid permitting].
Residents dining in their own room have the same food options as elsewhere.
Residents dining in their own room have their food presented to same standard as elsewhere.
Residents have access to a Bistro.
Residents have access to a Restaurant
Residents have access to Dining Room.
Residents have the option of dining in their own room.
Staff also dine themselves with the residents they support.
Staff sit with the residents they support when they dine.
Residents can order food not on the menu, or have access to an ‘evergreen menu’.
Residents have access to a flexible meal service beyond defined times.
More than one option is available at mealtimes for all residents, including those with special and theraputic diets.
Residents with dementia are shown food or visual menus to help them decide.
There is a weekly menu.
Residents are involved in the creation of the menu.
The best interest choices are made for residents unable to make their own choices.
Understanding the wants and requirements of every individual be it cultural, religious or dietary.
Halal food can be served.
Kosher food can be served.
Gluten-free food can be served.
Vegan food can be served.
Vegetarian food can be served.
We can support people with Diabetes.
Delivering a respectful and quality service.
Residents are given appropriate and dignified crockery / glassware and cutlery.
Staff are hospitality trained to present / serve meals.
Tables are well laid.
We have food theme days/nights.
Staff always use appropriate and dignified language (e.g. it is an ‘apron’ not a ‘bib’).
We promote an inclusive dining experience.
There are no unnecessary disruptions during mealtimes.
Being environmentally and socially responsible and thoughtful.
We correctly dispose of our waste.
We have a waste management system.
We monitor our food waste.
Residents can get involved in the growing of food and/or ingredients on site.
We use locally sourced and locally grown or reared food.
Our energy usage is well maintained.
We are actively reducing food mileage.
Activities
| Activities Are So Important |
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As a part of your care arrangement, you will be supported with basic and physical activities of daily living to live as ordinary life as possible, suited to your abilities. |
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| Timetables |
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| Newly_branded_Activities_trifold_V10_Q6GiWvc.pdf |
| Activities At Home |
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| 1 to 1 Activities, Animal Petting, Birthday Celebrations, Board Games, Card Games, Crafts, Crosswords, Flower Arranging, Knitting / Embroidery, Music Entertainment, Painting, Quiz Games, Reminiscence, Singing, Themed Events, Word Games. |
| Activities Outside Our Home |
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| Local Tourist Attractions. |
Pets
| Our Pets |
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Manager's discretion. |
| Can You Bring Your Pet |
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| Yes |
| How We Help With Your Pet |
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| Feeding. |
| We Welcome |
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| Cats, Dogs, Others (subject to review). |
Map
Splash Lane
Castor
Peterborough
Cambridgeshire
PE5 7BD
Regulator Ratings
Regulator: CQC
Not yet rated.
Amenities
| Transport |
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| Car Park. |
| Places of Worship |
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| Anglican Church. |
| Nearby Services |
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| Hospital, Park, Pub, Restaurant, Shops. |
