Cedar Lodge

Bearley Cross, Wootten Wawen, Henley-in-Arden B95 6DR
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9.8 95 Reviews
  • Cedar Lodge, Henley-in-Arden
Nestled in the beautiful countryside between Henley-in-Arden and Stratford-upon-Avon, MHA Cedar Lodge provides specialist dementia, nursing and residential care for 47 residents. The home is surrounded by scenic landscapes and also within easy reach of local attractions such as Shakespeare’s Globe Theatre and the tranquil River Avon. The home features secure gardens, where residents can enjoy fresh air and outdoor activities in a safe environment.

The gardens at Cedar Lodge play an integral role in daily life, offering residents the opportunity to engage in a range of outdoor activities, from tending to rose bushes and harvesting apples to simply enjoying the fresh air. A peaceful memorial garden provides families with a space to honour their loved ones, while the sensory garden, filled with vibrant flowers and aromatic herbs, is a favourite spot for relaxation and creativity.

The home offers personalised dementia care with activities designed to engage and uplift, such as music therapy, interactive "magic tables," and robotic pets. The weekly multi-faith services, led by the chaplain, provide spiritual support and foster a sense of community. The dedicated staff, many with over a decade of experience, are known for their compassion and expertise. Residents enjoy a wide range of activities, including arts and crafts, armchair exercises, baking, and lively quizzes.

Cedar Lodge provides a reassuringly familiar and homely setting where residents feel connected, comfortable, and cared for every day. Whether you’re searching for yourself or a loved one, for short stays or dementia, nursing or residential care, the team at Cedar Lodge are here to help.

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Care Provided by Cedar Lodge

  • Primary Care Categories
  • Dementia
  • Older Person Care
  • Respite Care
  • Care Types Provided
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Nursing Care
  • Residential Care
  • For a maximum of 47 Service Users
  • Voluntary / Not for Profit Owned
  • Care Offered
  • Alzheimer's
  • Other Care Provided
  • End of Life Care
  • Palliative Care

Good to Know

  • Person in charge
  • Christina Samudzi (Manager)
  • Admission Criteria
    • Ages 55+
  • Room Information
    • Single Rooms (47)
    • Single Rooms with ensuite Wet Room (47)
  • Care Home Design/Build
    • Purpose Built: Yes

Funding & Fees Guide for Cedar 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 £1,469 – £1,559
    • Self-Funded Residential Dementia Care £1,559 – £1,647
    • Self-Funded Nursing Care £1,655 – £1,878
  • (these prices are only a guideline, please contact Cedar Lodge to find out the exact price for your requirements)

Facilities

  • Close to Local shops
  • Gardens
  • Lift
  • Minibus or other transport
  • Near Public Transport
  • Phone Point in own room
  • Residents Internet Access
  • Residents Kitchenette
  • Smoking not permitted
  • Stairlift
  • Television point in own room
  • Wheelchair Access
  • Parking

  • There is parking to the front and to the rear of the home.


Cedar Lodge Reviews (95)

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9.8

Cedar Lodge has a Review Score of 9.8 (9.829) out of 10, based on 20 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time Cedar Lodge has 95 reviews.

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Review from Jane C (Daughter of Resident) published on 26 January 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My mother was wrapped in a cocoon of caring excellence backed up by medical expertise. The staff always had time for her and for me and they were wonderful at keeping her calm and comfortable through a difficult time. It was good to see that they were also given the resources they needed to do their
job to a very high standard.
The booklet is brilliant and helped us all keep in touch. Cedar Lodge Care Home is truly outstanding.

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Review from Jenny M (Daughter of Resident) published on 15 December 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

The wonderful staff at MHA Cedar Lodge cared for my dad with such great respect, kindness and affection for the last six months of his life. Their expertise in the field of dementia care was outstanding and we are so grateful for their professionalism and support (for dad and our family). We will miss
coming to visit so regularly.

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Review from Andy B (Son of Resident) published on 21 November 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

The quality and competence of care staff under the leadership are amazing. Nothing is too much trouble, the care my dad receives is not just excellent but also very personal. He is in the best of hands, they work hard and with care. Couldn't ask for much more, thanks so much.

Reply from Christina Samudzi, Home Manager at Cedar Lodge

Thank you for the lovely compliment. We are honoured that you would speak so highly of our staff and their dedication. I will be sure to pass your comments on to them. We are always aiming to raise our standards and to deliver the best care possible. I would also like to take this opportunity to thank you as a family for all of your support and collaboration with us.


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Review from David D (Resident) published on 24 October 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

All staff whatever level were always smiling and very obliging.
I felt very comfortable. The care staff could not do enough for me. I was nursing a knee operation so they were helpful in the early days. Late afternoon they came with a tray of sandwiches - many containing fish of sorts. Not to my palette.
I asked for ham sandwiches and these were prepared by the chef with my name on them.
Two non-members of staff called with good conversation.
Nurses were collaborative - after waking me at 10.00, I asked for evening pills at 8.00 they were happy to do this.

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Review from Helen D (Daughter of Resident) published on 11 October 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I first contacted Cedar Lodge Care Home early evening one Friday as a previous care home had let my dad down for respite care. The manager could not have been more helpful, I felt swept up and actually cared for and the care Dad then received was exemplary. He didn't just receive care for his knee replacement
and delirium but, as he got better, the spiritual care he received helped him grieve for his wife who he lost nine months ago.
I was also impressed with all the online/digital forms I could complete as many still require handwritten ones! I could not recommend Cedar Lodge and their staff enough.

Reply from Christina Samudzi, Home Manager at Cedar Lodge

We are so glad you found us helpful. We always try to respond to residents' and their family's needs, not just physical but emotional and spiritual too, all of which are an intrinsic part of MHA's values. For your part, your comprehensive information on the pre-admission assessment gave us the opportunity to deliver the best care we could for your father. Throughout his time at Cedar Lodge, you and your brother's compassionate and unfailing support for your father guided and helped us to deliver the care he needed. Your father's positive, humorous presence at Cedar Lodge during the short time he was with us brought joy to residents and staff alike. We all have fond memories of him.


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Review from Sara A (Daughter of Resident) published on 14 September 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My mum spent the last two weeks of her life at Cedar Lodge Care Home in March of this year and I could not have asked for a better place.
I honestly cannot rate the staff who cared for her highly enough. The team are the most kind, compassionate and considerate group of individuals I have ever encountered.
The care, concern and respect that my mum, and I (as the only relative), received was truly exceptional. I was constantly kept well-informed of her condition and consulted with regard to every important aspect of her care.
I will be forever grateful to the manager and her staff for making my mum's final days ever so peaceful and comfortable.
Having had relatives in other nursing homes in the past I can genuinely state that Cedar Lodge is outstanding in all areas.
Thank you Cedar Lodge for giving me such special memories of my final hours with my mum.

Reply from Christina Samudzi, Home Manager at Cedar Lodge

Thank you for your beautiful and heartfelt comments regarding the outstanding care given to your mum in her last days of life. Team Cedar Lodge would like to take this opportunity to thank you for allowing us the opportunity to look after your lovely mum; she was so special and she still expressed her nursing compassion. Thank you for the love, care and support you have also given to your mum and team Cedar Lodge. I have passed your message to the team and thanked them for the hard work they are delivering and we aim to continue to deliver outstanding care.


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Review from H B (Daughter of Resident) published on 19 August 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

Mum has been a resident at Cedar Lodge Care Home for a year. During that time there have been challenges due to her dementia. Staff have always looked after her with care and compassion. We are always kept informed, welcomed as visitors and feel part of the Cedar Lodge family.

Reply from Christina Samudzi, Home Manager at Cedar Lodge

Thank you for your lovely comments and the support you and your family have given us when we faced challenges. You are always willing to help and you are always available for your mum. We will continue to endeavour to give quality care to the residents under our care and improve on areas needing improvement. Thank you for the rating as this gives us an opportunity to have the overall picture of our service. Thank you for choosing Cedar Lodge for your mum and we feel we are a true bonded family.


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Review from Ann D (Daughter of Resident) published on 20 July 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

All the staff and carers are pleasant and mainly helpful. Home is nice and kept clean.

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Review from M R (Wife of Resident) published on 16 May 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Whole team are caring, professional, engaged with residents and family. Like many care homes, short-staffed and dependent on agency but MHA staff bear the burden and remain true to themselves, the residents and MHA. Sometimes difficult to observe agency staff and lack of knowledge and commitment. MHA
should be proud and reward accordingly the staff at the care home. They are a credit to themselves and MHA. Hope MHA appreciate them.

Reply from Christina Samudzi, Home Manager at Cedar Lodge

Thank you for the lovely compliment regarding the care delivery at Cedar Lodge, your appreciation goes a long way in boosting the morale of our dedicated team who so deserve the appreciation. We thank you for the care that you deliver to us day in, day out and being there as a second set of eyes for us. We are striving very hard to recruit more staff to ensure consistency and it is working as we have new starters coming in and this will alleviate the use of agency staff in our home. We value your presence and we will continue to work hard in all the areas that need improvement.


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Review from Jane T (Stepdaughter of Resident) published on 13 December 2021
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Sadly my stepmother was only in the home for a few days, but the care and support we had was amazing.
Thanks.

Reply from Christina Samudzi, Home Manager at Cedar Lodge

Thank you for the kind and lovely words of appreciation. It was a real pleasure and privilege to have had the opportunity to take care of your stepmother in her last days of life. Even though the time was short, we shared very special moments with yourselves and your step mum. She loved us all and we loved her too. We could not have done a great job without you and your husband's wonderful support; it was amazing.


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Review from Susan T (Niece of Resident) published on 29 January 2021
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

How residents are cared for is second to none, the obvious attention to detail in ensuring their safety. The obvious caring side of the carers, although the visit in these times was surreal, every effort was made to make it feel normal.

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Review from Judith P (Daughter of Resident) published on 12 November 2020
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My dear mother went to Cedar Lodge in July this year as her husband had died and she could not cope alone due to her dementia. She was so content at Cedar Lodge. Always smiling when I visited or called her on FaceTime. Despite Covid restrictions, the home made every effort to give me quality time with
her. The staff are caring, kind and helpful. Their care is personal and thoughtful and they treat residents with respect for their dignity. Mother also loved the food. I could not have asked for better care for my mother in the last few months of her life.

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Review from Julia T (Daughter of Resident) published on 23 October 2020
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Compassionate and thoughtful care for my late mother in challenging times. The staff are always professional and welcoming and give all residents and their families the support they need. Having permanent staff and not being reliant on agency personnel means that there is a family feel to Cedar Lodge
and consequently it feels homely and comfortable.

Reply from Christina Samudzi, Home Manager at Cedar Lodge

Thank you for your positive and heartfelt comments. It’s so inspiring and fulfilling to receive such kind words. I have passed the information to the team here at Cedar Lodge, and the staff were so happy and touched to know that people appreciate the care given to their loved ones. We, as Team, Cedar Lodge will endeavour to continue to provide quality care for all residents under our care, to keep them safe, dignified and help them to live their later life well. I would like to take this opportunity to thank you as a family for the unfailing love and support you have given to your mum during her stay at Cedar Lodge. Mum was a special lady who brought light and joy to Cedar Lodge and she will truly be missed by all.


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Review from Fiona F (Daughter of Resident) published on 1 September 2020
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

First-class in every respect. We had to move my mother into a nursing home just before lockdown, and from the moment we walked in, we knew that she would be happy at Cedar Lodge. The care for her, and for us, under incredibly trying circumstances due to COVID has been first-rate. The staff got to know
my mother very quickly, and treated her as an individual, with dignity and respect. There’s a tangibly calm and happy atmosphere in the home which is underpinned by high standards in all aspects and a professional but warm approach. Communication has been excellent.
I unreservedly recommend this home - it is outstanding and I am so glad that my mother was able to spend her final few months being cared for so well.

Reply from Tina Robinson, Admin Manager at Cedar Lodge

Thank you so much for your kind words, Mum will be missed by all at Cedar Lodge.


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Review from R S (Son of Resident) published on 13 July 2020
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Cedar Lodge provides first-class care, nursing and genuine love and concern to both our parents who have been at Cedar Lodge since March 2018.
Both have different needs and both receive the absolute best of love and attention.
Zero positive tests during the COVID crisis is a true testament to their
absolute professionalism and attention to cleanliness and hygiene.
We cannot praise everyone at Cedar Lodge enough for what they do.

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Review from J L (Husband of Resident) published on 13 July 2020
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I have been very impressed with the manner in which the COVID lockdown has been handled. The staff have been dedicated under very trying conditions. They are to be commended.

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Review from M N (Husband of Resident) published on 19 June 2020
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I am and always have been very happy with the care my wife receives from "Cedar Lodge" very caring staff and management.

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Review from Ann O (Wife of Resident) published on 3 June 2020
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My husband is a resident at Cedar Lodge, he suffers from complex dementia and definitely not the easiest or cooperative resident.
Right from the start, the carers made every effort to get to know him and divert him, with little cooperation from him. Therefore he settled in, in a fairly short time.
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carers’ knowledge and expertise is obvious in that he trusts them, and even when he is aggressive the kind care continues from a distance.
He now regards carers and residents as his family and does enjoy the companionship.
I would also like to say that they have very supportive GP care.

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Review from Joanne D (Daughter of Resident) published on 2 June 2020
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Everyone at Cedar Lodge is kind and thoughtful, caring and compassionate. My parents have both been at Cedar Lodge for over two years and their care has always been amazing. During this awful time of not being able to visit, I have been reassured by telephone calls and zoom calls. My parents could not
be anywhere better in the country - the staff are simply amazing. The care and consideration given to both my parents is second to none. I am eternally grateful for everything the staff do.

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Review from David R (Son of Resident) published on 2 June 2020
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

The care provided to my mother at Cedar Lodge is and has been exceptional. By next autumn, she will have been a resident for six years and for the whole of this time, the staff have been attentive, caring and professional. The facilities are very good as are the activities provided to residents. I would
have no hesitation in recommending Cedar Lodge to anyone looking for a safe and caring environment for an elderly resident with dementia or Alzheimers.

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Current Review Score: 9.8 (9.829)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.8 (9.829) out of 10 for Cedar Lodge is based on a) the Average Rating and b) the number of positive Reviews.

  • a) The Average Rating is 4.8 out of 5 from 20 Reviews in the last 24 months.

  • b) The score for the number of positive Reviews is 5.0 out of 5 from 20 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 4.829 for Cedar Lodge is calculated as follows: ( (200 Excellents x 5) + (39 Goods x 4) + (1 Satisfactorys x 3) ) ÷ 240 Ratings = 4.829

  • 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 Cedar Lodge is based on 20 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 47 registered maximum number of service users is 9.4, which has been reached with 20 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: 22 Aug 2018

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  • 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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