Courtland Lodge

Quantum Care Ltd, Courtlands Close, Watford WD24 5GW
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8.4 29 Reviews
  • Courtland Lodge, Watford
Courtland Lodge is a purpose-built care home located in a peaceful residential area in Watford. Courtland Lodge is ideally situated with bus routes into the centre of Watford close by, easy access to the M1 and M25, and a parade of shops just a short distance away.

The friendly and dedicated team at Courtland Lodge provides a range of care services including residential care, specialist dementia care and respite care.

There are a range of inviting communal areas and dining rooms within the home as well as a Best Friends Café where residents can enjoy tea, coffee and homemade cakes with visiting family and friends.

All bedrooms in the home include en-suite facilities and are fully furnished. Each one benefits from internet connectivity, a telephone point and nurse call system, as well as a television.

The beautiful landscaped gardens at Courtland Lodge offer occasional seating areas along a meandering walkway as well as patios and raised planters, perfect for the warmer months.

Care Provided by Courtland Lodge

  • Primary Care Categories
  • Dementia
  • Older Person Care
  • Physical Disability
  • Respite Care
  • Care Types Provided
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Residential Care
  • For a maximum of 60 Service Users
  • Voluntary / Not for Profit Owned
  • Care Offered
  • Alzheimer's
  • Hearing Impairment
  • Parkinson's Disease
  • Speech Impairment
  • Stroke
  • Visual Impairment
  • Other Care Provided
  • Convalescent Care
  • Day Care
  • End of Life Care
  • Own GP if required
  • Separate Specialist Dementia Care Unit

Good to Know

  • Person in charge
  • Marta Carter (Home Manager)
  • Admission Criteria
    • Ages 65+
  • Room Information
    • Single Rooms (60)
  • Care Home Design/Build
    • Purpose Built: Yes

Funding & Fees Guide for Courtland Lodge

  • Funding Types Accepted
  • Self funding (Private)
  • Local Authority with Top-Up
  • Local Authority
  • NHS Continuing Healthcare (CHC) Funding
  • Weekly Charges per Person
    • Self-Funded Residential Care from £1,213
  • Care fees in a Quantum Care home are based on a range of factors including the levels of individual care you require.


    We are a not-for-profit care organisation and do not pay dividends to shareholders. All profits are used to deliver high quality care.


  • (these prices are only a guideline, please contact Courtland Lodge to find out the exact price for your requirements)

Facilities

  • Bar/Café
  • Close to Local shops
  • Gardens
  • Lift
  • Near Public Transport
  • Own Furniture if required
  • Pet Friendly (or by arrangement)
  • Phone Point in own room
  • Residents Internet Access
  • Residents Kitchenette
  • Television point in own room
  • Wheelchair Access
  • Visiting
  • Open visiting hours


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8.4

Courtland Lodge has a Review Score of 8.4 (8.429) out of 10, based on 7 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time Courtland Lodge has 29 reviews.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

The food tended to be insufficiently cooked, particularly carrots and "roast" potatoes which were usually under-cooked and not roasted at all. Curry and sweet & sour sauces are present in negligible amounts, spoiling meals. More English and less fancy meals would be appreciated and possibly preferred
by the older residents.

Reply from Jo Currell, .Marketing and Event Co-ordinator at Courtland Lodge

Thank you for your feedback. I have passed this on to the care home manager who will be in contact with you to discuss this with you further. Wishing you a lovely day!


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

When Mum came to Courlands Lodge almost a year ago, I was worried and felt guilty, but I soon discovered what a kind, caring place it is, from the cleaners to care staff and management! Mum has settled in almost immediately. She loves the varied menu - "lovely food" she says. I am very impressed with
all the fun entertainment, especially the pet therapy, Mum especially likes the little lambs! The care staff are so caring and always smiling! Thank you to all for looking after my dear mum.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My mother was admitted with dementia under Social Services priority choice in December 2023. Thus far it has proven a super choice as I have highlighted by my star choices. The care, dignity, management, efficiency, supervision, nursing, communication, and holistic environment are fantastic and difficult
to surpass in my experience. Truly important is my mother's settling and overall great experience where she has gone from diminishing exponential health to gradual overall improvement including weight gain which has slowed her general decline. The home has facilitated her thriving and best experience in whatever frame of longevity remains and this has been so relieving and reassuring for me in reducing overall stress and concerns about my mother's gradual debilitating which has been slowed down and embraced with compassion and empathy in a nurturing environment.
Any staff I have dealt with have been professional and of genuine humanity.

Reply from Jo Currell, .Marketing and Event Co-ordinator at Courtland Lodge

It warms our hearts to receive such positive feedback! We strive to create a supportive and enriching environment where our residents can thrive.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

Father has settled well, the staff are very friendly, food menus are good. The activities are excellent. No faults at all since the time my Father has been there. Communication between relatives and staff is good.

Reply from Jo Currell, .Marketing and Event Co-ordinator at Courtland Lodge

Thank you for taking the time to leave us your positive feedback. We are delighted to hear that your Father has settled well at Courtland Lodge.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My mum went into Courtland Lodge in 2018, with my nan following in 2020. I could never fully express the gratitude I have towards the staff at Courtland. They excelled in looking after both of my most important people. I have lost both Mum and Nan is the last nine months and the management and staff
saw me through everything with so much care and compassion. The staff work hard to cater to each individual’s needs while maintaining a clean and homely environment. I would highly recommend Courtland and will be forever grateful to all staff.

Reply from Deborah Yadev, Marketing Manager at Courtland Lodge

Thank you for your comment. It was a privilege to have your mum and nan stay with us at Courtland Lodge, they will be dearly missed!


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

A good friendly home. Staff always helpful.
A modern building which needs some minor maintenance.
Good secure garden area, supported by volunteers.
Covid procedures need to be reviewed.
This home has worked out well for my mother, settled in much better than we expected.

Reply from Deborah Yadev, Marketing Manager at Courtland Lodge

Thank you for your comment. The team at Courtland Lodge are delighted to have your Mother stay with us. Wishing you a great day!


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 3.0 out of 5

My wife was booked in for respite care but turned out not to be very good.
Despite being asked to do so, nobody was changing her incontinence pad enough. 5 changes in 8 days and her ankles and feet were very swollen. Nothing was done about them. I removed her after 8 days and I complained and nobody
wants to know.

Reply from Debbie Gilard, Head of Corporate Services at Courtland Lodge

We are extremely sorry to hear about your experience at Courtland Lodge. We pride ourselves on offering a valuable and well-thought of respite service at the home and can only extend our apologies that your experience was not a positive one. We have passed your comments on to the management team at the home and they will be contacting you directly.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

My dad is very happy at this home. The staff are very friendly and attentive to his needs. They keep me informed promptly of any problems concerning his health. Accommodation is good and it is in a good location. Overall, I am very pleased with the quality of care he receives here.

Reply from Deborah Yadev, Marketing Manager at Courtland Lodge

Good day and thank you for the lovely review, we are extremely proud of Courtland Lodge and hearing your kind words makes us happy. Have a lovely day!


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My friend has been in here just over a year and the help and encouragement she has received has been outstanding. Staff are lovely and very kind. So glad we picked this forever home for my friend. Many thanks.

Reply from Deborah Yadev, Marketing Manager at Courtland Lodge

Your words are very encouraging, thank you for the review, it is appreciated. Have a lovely day.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Mum went into Courtland Lodge Care Home on June 11th. Since that time she has made so much progress with her mental and physical health. She is now able to walk, feed herself, is talking a lot more and tells us she is very happy. She is always smiling and loves joining in all the social activities.
I cannot thank all the staff enough for all the kindness and excellent care they have shown Mum and for not giving up on her. The food is very nice, home-cooked food. Our family are so pleased we found Courtland Lodge for Mum.

Reply from Deborah Yadev, Marketing Manager at Courtland Lodge

Good day and thank you for sending us this heartwarming review of your mother's experience at our home. We are extremely proud of our team here and feedback such as this reminds us we are doing something right. Have a lovely day!


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Mum has been very happy at Courtland Lodge. Due to the kindness of the staff, she has accepted that she needs to be in a care home. She has been introduced to suitable aids and is now more mobile than she has been for a long time. With regular food, drink and medication, Mum has got the colour back
in her cheeks and is so much happier. The family is extremely grateful to all the staff.

Reply from Deborah Yadev, Marketing Manager at Courtland Lodge

Good day, and thank you for taking the time to send us this lovely review. Your mother is an amazing woman, and we are pleased to be a part of her journey. Have a lovely day!


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

My mother has settled in very well. She has dementia but the socialising and the stimulation provided by the carers seem to have worked wonders on her mental health, alertness and quality of life. This element of her care has exceeded our expectations. I cannot comment on or evaluate the food and drink
as we have never been present at mealtimes. We are confident in the staff to protect her health and safety.

Reply from Deborah Yadev, Marketing Manager at Courtland Lodge

Good day and thank you for taking the time to send us this lovely review of our home, Courtland Lodge. We are content to hear your mother has settled in well and enjoys the many features the home has to offer. We try our best to treat all guests with the love and respect they deserve whilst delivering the best care and support we can give. Have a lovely day!


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My mother came out of hospital at the end of April and was on end-of-life care when she returned to Courtland Lodge Care Home. The staff did everything they could to make Mum as comfortable as possible on her return and were very supportive to me as well. Sadly Mum passed away in May and when it was
her time to leave us the staff gave me enough notice to ensure I could be with her at the end, so she knew how much I cared about her. The member of staff who I was liaising with during this time at the end did a fantastic job of making the process as comfortable for me as it could be. I was given the time I needed and reassurance my wishes were listened to and would be carried out. One of the staff even came to my mum's funeral which was so lovely. Well done team Courtland Lodge you have made a difficult time the best it could have been for both my mum and myself!

Reply from Deborah Yadev, Marketing Manager at Courtland Lodge

Good day and thank you for sharing those wonderful memories of your mother with us, we were honoured to have her with us at Courtland and she will always be remembered with love and respect. Have a lovely day!


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

My mother has been a resident at Courtlands Lodge Care Home for four years and my family and I have been confident and happy with all the care and love shown to her by all the carers and other staff. She is very happy and comfortable. At almost 102-years-old she has health problems of course but everyone
tends to her needs with compassion and care.

Reply from Deborah Yadev, Marketing Manager at Courtland Lodge

Good day and thank you for the review on our lovely care home. We are especially proud of the team at Courtland lodge, their dedication and care towards all residents have been phenomenal. Your mother is an amazing woman and we wish her blessings always. Have a lovely day!


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My sister transferred to Courtland Lodge Care Home last autumn. The carers took great care to settle her in well and she seems to be very happy. They also keep me very well informed. She can be challenging but I have witnessed their kindness to which she responds well. I am very pleased with the care
she receives.

Reply from Deborah Yadev, Marketing Manager at Courtland Lodge

Thank you for taking the time to send us the review of our home, Courtland lodge. I will extend your kind words to the care team. Have a lovely day!


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

First impressions - lovely. Inside and out. Nice, spacious corridors and communal rooms - quaint bedrooms. Clean and comfortable and light.
Staff are very welcoming and helpful and eased Mum in for her one-week respite care. Very friendly and helpful.
Only one suggestion - kitchen to cater a wider
variety of vegetarian dishes - too basic at present - nice to see rice with vegetable curry or spaghetti bolognese with soya mince.

Reply from Deborah Yadev, Marketing Manager at Courtland Lodge

Good day and thank you for taking the time to send us a review. The suggestion you gave regarding more vegetarian dishes will be taken on board as we aim to cater to all of our residents' tastes. Hope to meet yourself and Mum again soon. Have a lovely day!


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Very clean and very good at their job - always happy to help.

Reply from Deborah Yadev, Marketing Manager at Courtland Lodge

Good day and thank you for taking the time to send us this review. We are happy to hear that your experience at our care home has been a good one. If there is ever anything we can assist in, let us know,
Have a lovely day!


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I am so happy that Courtland Lodge Care Home was able to accommodate my father in our time of need. They have been so very helpful and made my father feel at home, we couldn't have asked for a better place. Thank you to all the staff for taking good care of him.

Reply from Deborah Yadev, Marketing Manager at Courtland Lodge

Good day and thank you for taking the time to send us a lovely review. We appreciate your kind words and are thankful for being there for your father. Kind regards.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Courtland Lodge looked after my mother for the last two years of her life. Her mobility was almost zero but the staff handled her with great care. I don't think you would find more caring and attentive staff. The management was excellent and kept control of the home very well. Overall, I found Courtland
Lodge to be excellent. I hope that if I need to go into a care home that it is as good as Courtland.

Reply from Tilly Leitao, Customer & Sales Co-ordinator at Courtland Lodge

Thank you for this wonderful feedback. At Quantum Care, our residents truly are at the heart of all we do and we are proud of the quality care provided by our staff. It is a real privilege to care, support and build good relationships with all the residents and their families throughout their stay with us. Thank you once again.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

Had issues with the manager but after a positive meeting, issues are all sorted out.


Mother passed away on 29th October 2018.


Reply from Tilly Leitao, Customer & Sales Co-ordinator at Courtland Lodge

Thank you for this updated review which is much appreciated. We are so pleased to hear these issues have been resolved by the current Manager, to your satisfaction.


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Current Review Score: 8.4 (8.429)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 8.4 (8.429) out of 10 for Courtland Lodge is based on a) the Average Rating and b) the number of positive Reviews.

  • a) The Average Rating is 4.3 out of 5 from 7 Reviews in the last 24 months.

  • b) The score for the number of positive Reviews is 4.1 out of 5 from 6 positive Reviews in the last 24 months.

Detailed Breakdown of Review Score

The maximum Review Score for a Care Home is 10, which is made up from the Average Rating of Reviews (maximum of 5 points) and the Number of Reviews (maximum of 5 points) in the last 24 months:

  • a) 5 Points are available for the Average Rating from all Reviews in the last 24 months.

    The Average Rating of 4.329 for Courtland Lodge is calculated as follows: ( (43 Excellents x 5) + (25 Goods x 4) + (12 Satisfactorys x 3) + (2 Poors x 2) ) ÷ 82 Ratings = 4.329

  • b) 5 Points are available for the number of Positive Reviews in the last 24 months. A Positive Review is defined as any Review with an 'Overall Experience' of '4' or '5' (out of a max rating '5').

    The 4.1 Points relating to the number of positive Reviews for Courtland Lodge is based on 6 positive Reviews in the last 24 months and is calculated as per below:

    The 5 points available are broken down as follows:

    • i) 4 points are available for the first 10 Positive Reviews in the last 24 months; 3 points for the first Positive Review, and then 0.125 Points for each of the next four Positive Reviews and then 0.1 Points for the next five Positive Reviews. (1st = 3.000, 2nd = 0.125, 3rd = 0.125, 4th = 0.125, 5th = 0.125, 6th = 0.100, 7th = 0.100, 8th = 0.100, 9th = 0.100, 10th = 0.100) 3 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.1 = 3.6

    • ii) 1 point is available for the number of Positive Reviews reaching 20% of the registered maximum number of service users in the last 24 months. If this number is partially reached, then that proportion of 1 point is given. eg a Care Home registered for a maximum of 50 service users has to reach 10 Positive Reviews to receive 1 point, if it has 7 reviews it will receive 0.7 points. 20% of the 60 registered maximum number of service users is 12. 6 Positive Reviews ÷ 12 = 0.5

  • When a Review is submitted by someone who has previously submitted a Review, only the latest Review will count towards the Review Score.

  • If a Care Home does not have a review in the last 24 months, then it will not have a Review Score.

Performance

Care Quality Commission (CQC) Rating

Date: 30 Apr 2019

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Good

  • Caring

    Good
  • Effective

    Good
  • Responsive

    Good
  • Safe

    Good
  • Well-led

    Good

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

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Meet the Team (5)

Marta

Marta Carter

Job Title: Registered Home Manager

The Home Manager runs all aspects of the home, taking care of the business side of things and ensuring the home provides a high standard of care. While each Manager brings their own flair to the role, they do all have some qualities in common, especially their leadership and organisational skills. The role is very varied, involving plenty of resident interaction alongside more administrative work to keep the home running smoothly. Our Managers typically hold, or are working towards, a relevant qualification and have proven experience in caring for older people.


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Louise Lennon

Job Title: Deputy Home Manager

Joined: 2014

The Deputy Home Manager shares responsibility with the Home Manager for running the home. Deputy Managers will each bring their own skill set to the home, some offering more assistance with the business side of things while others focus largely on care. However, whether they look at it from a business or care perspective, the focus of the Deputy is always to ensure that their home is offering the very best quality of life for our residents. Experienced and either holding or working towards their qualifications, Deputy Home Managers are capable and driven to provide the best of everything for their residents.


Emma

Emma Tuturici

Job Title: Administrator

I've been working for Quantum Care for over two years, and I truly enjoy every aspect of my role. From meeting families and connecting with residents who stop by to say “hi” to offering support to our dedicated duty team. Each day brings something new and fulfilling. With previous experience in care settings, my passion for helping and supporting others has only grown stronger. The variety in my job ensures no two days are ever the same, making each one exciting and rewarding


Nitchanan

Nitchanan Bell

Job Title: Chef Manager

The Chef Manager organises every aspect of the catering operation and provides a safe, nutritious, quality service to our residents using freshly produced food. With a hands-on role, leading a team, they provide a quality catering service and help create a warm and friendly atmosphere for our residents. Working with our residents they help to create menus to meet their needs and suit their tastes. They also create and provide fine dining events, using Quantum Care’s award-winning Dining Club concept.


Mihaela

Mihaela Ceasu

Job Title: Housekeeping Manager

Keeping the team of Housekeepers running as it should is the Housekeeping Manager. Supervising and organising their teams is just part of it as these Managers work alongside them to keep the home clean and inviting. The comfort of residents is the most important thing to our Housekeeping Managers which is why they work so hard to create an environment in which residents can’t help but feel at home. Multi-tasking and communication skills are some of the most important of the Housekeeping Manager’s qualities as they and their team create a home where resident’s dignity is never compromised and independence is always encouraged. Our Housekeeping Managers ensure that all areas of our home are safe, clean, well maintained and presented in a way to create a warm and homely environment. They have an important role in maintaining our infection, prevention and control standards to make sure our residents stay well.


Frequently Asked Questions about Courtland Lodge

What types of Care is Courtland Lodge registered for?

Older Person Care, Dementia, Respite Care & Physical Disability are the registered (by the Care Quality Commission) categories of Care.

What additional types of Care does Courtland Lodge provide?

Day Care, Convalescent Care, Separate Specialist Dementia Care Unit, Own GP if required & End of Life Care are other types of care provided.

How many Rooms does Courtland Lodge have?

There are 60 Single Rooms.

What are the Facilities & Services at Courtland Lodge?

Own Furniture if required, Pet Friendly (or by arrangement), Close to Local shops, Near Public Transport, Lift, Wheelchair Access, Gardens, Bar/Café, Residents Kitchenette, Phone Point in own room, Television point in own room & Residents Internet Access are some of the Facilities & Services.

How far is Courtland Lodge to the centre of Watford?

2.1 mile(s) as the crow flies, distance by road may be significantly further.