Leatherland Lodge

Leatherland Lodge is a residential care home in South Ockenden, Thurrock (RM15 5LS). It holds a CQC rating of Good.

About Leatherland Lodge

Leatherland Lodge provides residential care in South Ockendon for older people and younger adults, including people living with dementia, people with physical disabilities and people who have sight or hearing loss. We also take planned respite stays. We try to make this feel like a home rather than somewhere people have been placed. Residents get up when they want, spend their days as they choose, keep their own belongings about them and have visitors whenever it suits them. Our staff help with personal care, medicines, meals and the practical running of the place, and they do it in a way that leaves people as much say as possible over their own lives. The small things are what residents notice. A familiar face on shift, tea made the way you like it, being asked rather than told, and somebody spotting that you are not quite yourself today. For residents living with dementia, and for anybody with sight or hearing loss, that familiarity matters far more than any programme of organised activity. Where somebody has a physical disability, we agree together how they want to be helped. Respite stays give family carers a genuine rest, and they let somebody find out what we are like before making a bigger decision. Our most recent overall rating from the Care Quality Commission is good. We ask residents and relatives regularly how we are doing.

Care provided at Leatherland Lodge

Read the full inspection report on the CQC website.

Common questions about Leatherland Lodge

Where is Leatherland Lodge located?

Leatherland Lodge is a residential care home in South Ockenden, Thurrock, RM15 5LS. You can view its exact location and get directions from the map on this page.

What type of care does Leatherland Lodge provide?

Leatherland Lodge is registered to provide residential 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 Leatherland Lodge's CQC rating?

Leatherland Lodge is registered with and inspected by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). Its most recent overall rating is Good following its last inspection on 9 October 2019. You can read the full CQC report from the link on this page.

Does Leatherland Lodge provide dementia care?

Yes. Leatherland Lodge supports people living with dementia. We recommend contacting the home directly to discuss your individual situation.

Does Leatherland Lodge offer respite or short-term care?

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

Questions families ask about Leatherland Lodge

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

Yes. Leatherland Lodge 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?

No. Leatherland 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.

Can they try a short stay before deciding?

Yes. Yes. Leatherland Lodge 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. Leatherland Lodge 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

Leatherland Lodge has not published its fees yet. These are typical weekly fees for the East, so you know roughly what to expect before you call.

Indicative figures for the East, not a quote from Leatherland Lodge. Actual fees depend on the room, the level of care and how it is funded.

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