Gosford Lodge

About Us

Gosford Lodge is a residential care home in Kidlington supporting adults, including younger adults and adults with learning disabilities and autism. We also offer planned respite stays.

The people who live here are adults with their own lives to lead, and our job is to make those lives possible rather than to run them. Everybody has their own room, their own routine and a proper say in how the house works. Our staff help with personal care, medicines, meals, money and the ordinary business of a household, and we stand back wherever somebody can manage alone.

The detail is where the real work lies. How a person communicates, what makes an environment tolerable, how much notice they need before something changes, and which parts of the day they would rather handle themselves are all things we learn from the person. When change is unavoidable, we prepare for it properly instead of announcing it on the morning.

Life here is meant to reach beyond the front door as well. We support people to keep up with family and friends and to get to the groups, activities, work or education that matter to them, because being part of the area you live in is not an optional extra.

Our most recent overall rating from the Care Quality Commission is good. Please visit, and spend time with the people who already live here.

Common questions about Gosford Lodge

Where is Gosford Lodge located?

Gosford Lodge is a residential care home in Kidlington, Oxfordshire, OX5 2LD. You can view its exact location and get directions from the map on this page.

What type of care does Gosford Lodge provide?

Gosford Lodge is registered to provide residential personal care, with support that includes Learning disability and autism support, Younger adults care, Respite care. The full list of services is shown on this page.

What is Gosford Lodge's CQC rating?

Gosford Lodge is registered with and inspected by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). Its most recent overall rating is Good following its last inspection on 5 December 2019. You can read the full CQC report from the link on this page.

Does Gosford Lodge offer respite or short-term care?

Yes. Gosford Lodge offers respite and short-term care. Availability changes regularly, so it is best to enquire directly.

Contact Gosford Lodge

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Care We Offer

• Learning Disability / Autism: Person-centred support that helps people with a learning disability or autism live as independently as possible.
• Younger Adults: Care designed around the needs and lifestyle of younger adults (typically 18 to 65).
• Respite Care: Short stays that give family carers a break, or help someone recover after illness or a hospital stay.
• Residential Care: Help with everyday living, meals and personal care in a supportive home setting.

Questions families ask about Gosford Lodge

Answered from the CQC register where we can. 5 of these the home has not told us yet, so ask when you call.

Can Mum or Dad stay here if their dementia gets worse?

No. Gosford Lodge 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. Source: CQC register

Is there a nurse on site if health needs change?

No. Gosford Lodge is a residential care home without on-site nursing. District nurses and GPs visit, but someone who needs daily nursing may have to move to a nursing home. Source: CQC register

Can they try a short stay before deciding?

Yes. Gosford Lodge offers respite and short stays, which is a good way to see whether the home is the right fit. Source: CQC register

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. Use our funding calculator to check what you might pay.

Do they take younger adults as well as older people?

Yes. Gosford Lodge supports younger adults as well as older people. Source: CQC register

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.

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Regulatory Rating

Care Quality Commission (CQC) Rating

• Latest inspection: 5 December 2019
• Report published: 5 December 2019

Overall: Good

• Safe: Good
• Effective: Good
• Caring: Good
• Responsive: Good
• Well-led: Good

Care Quality Commission is responsible for the registration and inspection of social care services in England.

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Ratings are as published by the CQC and may not reflect the current position of the service.

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