Oaklodge Care Home

Oaklodge Care Home is a residential care home in Northampton, West Northamptonshire (NN5 6JW). It holds a CQC rating of Requires Improvement.

About Oaklodge Care Home

Oaklodge Care Home is a residential care home in Northampton, caring for older people and for people living with dementia. We also offer respite stays for those who need care for a few weeks, whether after a spell in hospital or to give a family carer a proper break. Caring well for somebody with dementia depends on knowing them. We ask families to tell us about the person before dementia became part of the picture, the work they did, the music they know, the food they like and the routines that have always steadied them. That is not background for a file. It is what staff draw on through the day, and it is the difference between settling somebody who is distressed and simply managing the moment. Days here are not heavily programmed. Some people want company, conversation and something to do. Others want a quiet room and a cup of tea in peace. Both are perfectly reasonable ways to spend an afternoon and we would rather follow the person than the timetable. Families are welcome and we would rather they felt part of the home than treated as visitors. We want to be straightforward about where we stand. Our most recent overall rating from the Care Quality Commission is requires improvement. We accept that finding and are working through the areas it identified. Please visit, ask about it directly and judge us on what you find.

Care provided at Oaklodge Care Home

Read the full inspection report on the CQC website.

Common questions about Oaklodge Care Home

Where is Oaklodge Care Home located?

Oaklodge Care Home is a residential care home in Northampton, West Northamptonshire, NN5 6JW. You can view its exact location and get directions from the map on this page.

What type of care does Oaklodge Care Home provide?

Oaklodge Care Home is registered to provide residential 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 Oaklodge Care Home's CQC rating?

Oaklodge Care Home is registered with and inspected by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). Its most recent overall rating is Requires Improvement following its last inspection on 20 October 2025. You can read the full CQC report from the link on this page.

Does Oaklodge Care Home provide dementia care?

Yes. Oaklodge Care Home supports people living with dementia. We recommend contacting the home directly to discuss your individual situation.

Does Oaklodge Care Home offer respite or short-term care?

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

Questions families ask about Oaklodge Care Home

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

Yes. Oaklodge 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?

No. Oaklodge Care Home 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. Oaklodge 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?

No. Oaklodge Care 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 East Midlands

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

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

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