Nazareth Lodge

Penny Street, Sturminster Newton DT10 1DE
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9.9 46 Reviews
  • Nazareth Lodge, Sturminster Newton
Nazareth Lodge has been serving the local community for over 25 years.

Nazareth Lodge offers permanent residency, respite breaks and can also offer palliative care.

The team offers a happy, vibrant home with a thriving computer club, a la carte menus and a passion for gardening, growing most of their own vegetables and flowers for the home. Hens and dogs add to the relaxed, informal atmosphere.

The home benefits from an excellent relationship with the local GP practice and district nursing team.

In March 2018 Nazareth Lodge was rated 'Outstanding' by the CQC for the second time.

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Care Provided by Nazareth Lodge

  • Primary Care Categories
  • Dementia
  • Older Person Care
  • Physical Disability
  • Respite Care
  • Sensory Impairment
  • Care Types Provided
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Residential Care
  • For a maximum of 24 Service Users
  • Privately Owned
  • Care Offered
  • Alzheimer's
  • Hearing Impairment
  • Huntington's Disease
  • Parkinson's Disease
  • Stroke
  • Visual Impairment
  • Other Care Provided
  • Convalescent Care
  • Day Care
  • End of Life Care
  • Own GP if required
  • Palliative Care
  • Physiotherapy

Good to Know

  • Person in charge
  • Natasha Baker (Manager)
  • Admission Criteria
    • Admissions subject to assessment.
    • Ages 65+
  • Room Information
    • Single Rooms (24)
    • Couples/Companion Rooms (0)
  • Care Home Design/Build
    • Purpose Built: Yes
    • Last Refurbishment: 2022
    • Number of floors: 1

Funding & Fees Guide for Nazareth 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 £1,300 – £1,400
    • Self-Funded Residential Dementia Care £1,300 – £1,400
    • RESPITE Self-Funded Residential Care £1,300 – £1,400
    • RESPITE Self-Funded Residential Dementia Care £1,300 – £1,400

  • Fees are inclusive of all accommodation, food and laundry costs (special requests may be subject to additonal charges). Additional fees are charged for hairdressing, chiropody, dentistry and opticians.
  • (these prices are only a guideline, please contact Nazareth Lodge to find out the exact price for your requirements)

Facilities

  • Close to Local shops
  • Gardens
  • Lift
  • Minibus or other transport
  • Near Public Transport
  • Own Furniture if required
  • Phone Point in own room
  • Residents Internet Access
  • Television point in own room
  • Wheelchair Access
  • Visiting

  • Visitors are welcome at any time of day, but it may be best to avoid meal times if you would like more assistance from staff as they tend to busy helping residents.


  • Parking

  • Offroad parking available on-site.


Nazareth Lodge Reviews (46)

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9.9

Nazareth Lodge has a Review Score of 9.9 (9.850) out of 10, based on 11 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time Nazareth Lodge has 46 reviews.

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Review from Anson P (Son of Resident) published on 19 November 2018
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Nazareth Lodge has provided thoroughly professional care to my father for the past ten months. He has been extremely content in the home, and I have no complaints whatsoever. The staff are kind, attentive, patient and caring in every way possible, with nothing ever appearing to be too much trouble.
The home may not at first glance seem to be the most modern and flashy looking home that can perhaps be found elsewhere, but the level of care is more important and I have no hesitation in recommending Nazareth Lodge as a truly excellent place.

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Review from Juliet P (Respite Resident) published on 19 November 2018
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My husband is already a resident and I have spent two weeks in respite care. I have been wonderfully cared for and feel I have recovered very quickly. I cannot fault the staff, who are so caring and gentle and always cheerful. The food is lovely, well cooked and presented. There are plenty of activities
organised and outings arranged for mobile residents. This is an excellent care home and its awards are well deserved.

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Review from Rodney P (Son of Resident) published on 19 November 2018
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My father is being very well cared for and we have absolutely no cause for any complaint. The staff are wonderfully caring, patient and understanding. They always have time for each individual resident and for relatives, always ensuring that we, as visitors, are well looked after and are made to feel
welcome. Would have no problem in recommending the home to others. Thank you, Nazareth Lodge, you deserve your CQC Outstanding recognition.

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Review from Colin P (Resident) published on 31 May 2018
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

This is a most excellent home. Staff are excellent in every way. So well trained, caring great job satisfaction. Excellent food no negative comments, comfortable. Frankly, this place is perfect. I am most impressed. Cannot be praised enough. Thank you.

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Review from Helen S (Daughter of Resident) published on 10 May 2018
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Deciding where my mother should live after our father died was one of the most difficult decisions we had to make. As a family we looked at many homes and were very impressed when we got to Nazareth Lodge with is friendly and professional staff from senior managers to the carers. The carers at Nazareth
Lodge are very special individuals, picked for their kindness and empathy.
The residents at Nazareth Lodge are all treated as individuals and can do as much or as little as they wish.
I am kept informed of my mother's health and what she has been doing and when I visit I always feel welcome and as cared for as her. It is a joy to go to Nazareth Lodge which makes a huge difference to us all. As a family, we are extremely happy with the care and attention my mother gets and it is wonderful that she is very content and we know she is safe and being well looked after.

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Review from Lesley B (Daughter of Resident) published on 24 April 2018
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Excellent care provided. All staff treated my Father with such gentle care, kindness and respect. He was very happy and settled throughout his stay which gave his family peace of mind.

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Current Review Score: 9.9 (9.850)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.9 (9.850) out of 10 for Nazareth Lodge is based on a) the Average Rating and b) the number of positive Reviews.

  • a) The Average Rating is 4.9 out of 5 from 11 Reviews in the last 24 months.

  • b) The score for the number of positive Reviews is 5.0 out of 5 from 11 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 4.850 for Nazareth Lodge is calculated as follows: ( (109 Excellents x 5) + (17 Goods x 4) + (1 Satisfactorys x 3) ) ÷ 127 Ratings = 4.85

  • 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 5 Points relating to the number of positive Reviews for Nazareth Lodge is based on 11 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 + 0.1 + 0.1 + 0.1 + 0.1 = 4

    • 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 24 registered maximum number of service users is 4.8, which has been reached with 11 Positive reviews. Points = 1

  • 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: 11 Aug 2018

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Outstanding

  • Caring

    Outstanding

  • Effective

    Good

  • Responsive

    Good

  • Safe

    Good

  • Well-led

    Outstanding

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

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Meet the Team (3)

Natasha

Natasha Baker

Job Title: Manager

Joined: 2007

Natasha has worked at Nazareth Lodge for 12 years and has risen through the ranks from Care Assistant to Registered Manager. Natasha is committed to continue to provide excellent customer service within the home understanding the need to respond to any issues promptly. She makes sure she knows the residents and their families as well as she can and is always going the extra mile to make sure everyone is happy with the service we provide here. She is actively involved in ensuring the home retains its Outstanding CQC rating. Natasha has recently completed her Level 5 Diploma in Health and Social Care.


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Alison Rowland

Job Title: Deputy Manager

Ali has been at Nazareth Lodge for over 6 years and has worked her way up from a carer to our new Deputy Manager. Ali supports Natasha and runs the home in her absence of Natasha. Natasha and Ali work alongside each other daily and will continue to strive to make improvements to retain our outstanding rating. They also work the shifts to identify areas for improvement to ensure that the highest standard of care is provided. Ali also continues to work on the resident’s care plans and ensure that staff have the person-centred needs of each of our residents to allow them to provide the best possible service to our residents. Her professional attitude and friendly demeanour make her the perfect choice for Deputy Manager. Ali also has a good rapport with our families and healthcare professionals. She is currently studying for her Level 4 Diploma in Leadership and Management.


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Justin Edwards

Job Title: Head Of Care

Joined: 2019

Justin is our Head of Care. He started at Nazareth Lodge in 2019 and he has proven himself to be a valuable member of the team, bringing with him a wealth of management skills and experience in care. His attention to detail and tidiness make sure that everyone is kept on the ball, and his charming smile and witty sense of humour make him a favourite with residents, families and staff alike. He has now taken on the responsibility of the medications in the home, including the ordering and auditing processes, Justin is a very conscientious and precise member of staff therefore this responsibility is very much suited to him.