Middleton Park Lodge Nursing Home

Acre Close, Middleton, Leeds LS10 4HX
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9.8 34 Reviews
  • Middleton Park Lodge Nursing Home, Leeds
Middleton Park Lodge Nursing Home in Leeds offers specialist dementia care, nursing care and respite care.

The nursing home has 44 bedrooms, spacious communal living rooms, accessible bathrooms and a welcoming courtyard garden for residents to enjoy.

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Care Provided by Middleton Park Lodge Nursing Home

  • Primary Care Categories
  • Dementia
  • Older Person Care
  • Physical Disability
  • Respite Care
  • Sensory Impairment
  • Care Types Provided
  • Dementia Nursing Care
  • Nursing Care
  • For a maximum of 50 Service Users
  • Privately Owned
  • Dementia Care Types
  • What are the different dementia care types?
  • Advanced/Complex Dementia
  • This is a home that cares for residents with different stages of dementia. They have a separate unit for residents with verbally or physically aggressive behaviours.
  • Care Offered
  • Alzheimer's
  • Cancer Care
  • Challenging Behaviour/Psychosis
  • Colitis & Crohn's Disease
  • COPD/Pulmonary Disease
  • Epilepsy
  • Hearing Impairment
  • Korsakoff Syndrome
  • Multiple Sclerosis
  • Neuropathic
  • Orthopaedic
  • Parkinson's Disease
  • Speech Impairment
  • Stroke
  • Visual Impairment
  • Other Care Provided
  • Convalescent Care
  • End of Life Care
  • Own GP if required
  • Palliative Care
  • Separate Specialist Dementia Care Unit

Good to Know

  • Person in charge
  • Paulina Drzewiecka (Manager)
  • Admission Criteria
    • Ages 60+
  • Room Information
    • Single Rooms (50)
    • Couples/Companion Rooms (0)
  • Care Home Design/Build
    • Purpose Built: Yes
    • Last Refurbishment: 2002
    • Number of floors: 2

Funding & Fees Guide for Middleton Park Lodge Nursing Home

  • Funding Types Accepted
  • Self funding (Private)
  • Local Authority with Top-Up
  • Local Authority
  • NHS Continuing Healthcare (CHC) Funding

Facilities

  • Close to Local shops
  • Gardens
  • Lift
  • Minibus or other transport
  • Near Public Transport
  • Own Furniture if required
  • Pet Friendly (or by arrangement)
  • Phone Point in own room
  • Residents Internet Access
  • Residents Kitchenette
  • Stairlift
  • Television point in own room
  • Wheelchair Access
  • Visiting

  • No Restrictions


  • Parking

  • Free Parking on-site


Middleton Park Lodge Nursing Home Reviews (34)

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9.8

Middleton Park Lodge Nursing Home has a Review Score of 9.8 (9.763) out of 10, based on 17 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time Middleton Park Lodge Nursing Home has 34 reviews.

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Review from David S (Brother of Resident) published on 18 March 2025
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My brother is being cared for at this location. I live outside of the country and flew over to visit my brother for one week. Being there ever day, I was impressed by the professionalism of the staff and level of care and attention my brother received.
The management and administration were very
open and communicated well. They gave clear and understandable plans for my brother's care. And made extra efforts with regard to continuing communication due to the fact that I live abroad.
I was very impressed with the location and staff and feel very comfortable that my brother is being well cared for.

Reply from Paulina Drzewiecka, Middleton Park Lodge Manager at Middleton Park Lodge Nursing Home

We are extremely proud that we could look after your brother in such a difficult time for him. We are also happy that your visits were pleasant and you back to Florida knowing that your brother is well looked after.


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Review from G J (Daughter of Resident) published on 17 February 2025
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I personally choose this care home for my dad, as I'd read other good reviews. My dad is well looked after, cared for and there is always plenty of activities on to keep them entertained. There is a good range of meals and snacks throughout the day too.

Reply from Paulina Drzewiecka, Middleton Park Lodge Manager at Middleton Park Lodge Nursing Home

Thank you very much for this lovely review. We are all extremely happy that you feel that your dad is well looked after, and that he enjoys activities of his choice and the meals provided. We will continue to look after your dad as we always do.


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Review from N L (Daughter of Resident) published on 13 September 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I would highly recommend this wonderful nursing home to anyone that is thinking of placing a loved one into their care. The management team are extremely caring and approachable and will do anything they can to assist you. The staff are so friendly, caring, kind, they make it an absolute pleasure to
visit and I am so grateful for the way they care for my dad and his special needs. Thank you everyone for all your hard work, this job is not easy or for the faint-hearted but you do it with such grace.

Reply from Paulina Drzewiecka, Middleton Park Lodge Manager at Middleton Park Lodge Nursing Home

Middleton Park Lodge Team is very grateful for your amazing review. We are so happy that your dad settled so well on our Reconnect Community - Specialized Dementia Community. We are also happy that your visits are enjoyable as it is very important.


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Review from M G (Son of Resident) published on 10 June 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Dad has been at Middleton since January 2024. From the start, he was welcomed with a one-to-one settling-in session with the manager. Dad has become much more relaxed and happy since being here. All the staff are helpful and kind, always keeping us up to date with everything, and always treat the residents
and their families like family. We're happy and relaxed knowing that Dad is in the best place for his wellbeing and that the staff will go above and beyond to make him feel safe, comfortable and happy.

Reply from Sarah Armitage, Operations Director at Middleton Park Lodge Nursing Home

Thank you for taking the time to review Middleton Park Lodge. I will be sure to pass your kind words across to the staff team.


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Review from M A (Niece of Resident) published on 10 June 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My uncle has been a resident at Middleton Park Lodge for about a month now. He settled into his new surroundings very quickly, this is due to staff on all levels, carers to managers as patience, respect and friendliness between the carers and residents is amazing and a delight to witness. It has a very
homely feel to it when you walk in. It is very clean and is a safe and secure environment for our precious and vulnerable family members.

Reply from Sarah Armitage, Operations Director at Middleton Park Lodge Nursing Home

Thank you for taking the time to review Middleton Park Lodge. I will be sure to pass your kind words across to the staff team.


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Review from Paul K (Son of Resident) published on 7 June 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 1.0 out of 5

If you are considering this home for your relative then ensure you are prepared for prescriptions to be sent seventy miles away to a company in Runcorn, Cheshire. My Mum had a 30-hour delay to an urgent antibiotic, prescribed at 13:30 on Thursday, and administered at 18:35 the next day! I did raise
a complaint with the manager but received no reply until Adult Social Care forced a reply two weeks later!
The Home manager and Doctor blame each other! If considering this home then try to be on site to ensure any urgent prescriptions are sent to a local pharmacy and not to Cheshire!
What I find even more concerning than this farce is that the home took thirty hours to react! It's quite obvious to me that this is about profit and not common sense!
The home sees no problem with this procedure and is continuing to use it even after two warnings from the Doctor's surgery regarding patient safety. There is a pharmacy literally steps away!

Reply from Sarah Armitage, Operations Director at Middleton Park Lodge Nursing Home

Thank you for your review. We take all concerns raised seriously and have amended our processes based on the feedback you have shared. I can confirm that all urgent/acute prescriptions are now managed locally. If you would like to discuss your concerns further, please don't hesitate to get in touch. You can contact our complaints department on complaints@orchardcarehomes.com.


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Review from Linda P (Daughter of Resident) published on 8 April 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Dad was very well cared for by all of the staff, nurses and management. Nothing was too much trouble. He was always clean and tidy. Even the kitchen staff would ask him what he would prefer when he went off his food. The laundry staff helped when they could, even making us a cup of tea. The whole family
agree that although Dad was only here a short while, it was with dignity.

Reply from Paulina Drzewiecka, Middleton Park Lodge Manager at Middleton Park Lodge Nursing Home

We are extremely grateful for your review, and that we could make a difference for such a short period. We are all pleased that all your family enjoyed his stay at Middleton where he was treated with dignity and respect.


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Review from Lynne M (Wife of Resident) published on 28 February 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

It is so lovely and welcoming. Like home from home. Care 10/10.

Reply from Paulina Drzewiecka, Middleton Park Lodge Manager at Middleton Park Lodge Nursing Home

Thank you so much for your lovely review which means a lot to us all working at Middleton Park Lodge Nursing Home. We are glad that you say that it feels like a home from home which is incredibly important and what we strive to achieve.


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Review from J J (Granddaughter of Resident) published on 19 February 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Nan moved in here in November and has adapted very well. The staff are great and very empathetic to the individual needs of different levels of dementia. The staff are very well trained in dementia and are always around to approach if needed. Nan has issues mainly with personal care but staff are very
understanding and patient. Such a difference in Nan's mood, speech, sleeping, eating and general well-being.

Reply from Paulina Drzewiecka, Middleton Park Lodge Manager at Middleton Park Lodge Nursing Home

We are extremely proud of your review which means a lot to us knowing that your nan receives person-centred care which has improved her mood, speech, sleeping, eating, drinking and general well-being, but the most important is that it means your nan is reconnecting in daily activities so well on our Reconnect Community. We are so happy to see her life changing for the better as well as it is possible.


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Review from Andrea H (Daughter of Resident) published on 29 January 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

All around we are very happy with everything, the cleanliness, the food, the care she is getting is excellent. The activities are great, they do their best to try and stimulate the residents. The home always smells clean and fresh.

Reply from Paulina Drzewiecka, Middleton Park Lodge Manager at Middleton Park Lodge Nursing Home

Thank you for your amazing review. We are really happy that you are satisfied with everything and scoring the care your mum is receiving on the Reconnect Community as excellent. All staff departments will continue to provide the best possible care to your mum.


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Review from Sean F (Son of Resident) published on 24 January 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I have no concerns about my mum. The staff here are fantastic. Have plenty of patience and training to be able to cope with anything. They support my mum really well and can't thank them enough.

Reply from Paulina Drzewiecka, Middleton Park Lodge Manager at Middleton Park Lodge Nursing Home

Thank you for your excellent review from all Middleton Park Lodge Team. We are delighted that your mum is well looked after on our Reconnect Community. We will continue to look after her as well as it is possible.


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Review from Brian F (Husband of Resident) published on 24 January 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Middleton Park Lodge is an excellent care home and cannot be faulted.

Reply from Paulina Drzewiecka, Middleton Park Lodge Manager at Middleton Park Lodge Nursing Home

Thank you very much for your excellent review. We as a team are really delighted that your wife is well looked after and you are happy with her care on the Reconnect Community.
We will continue to look after your wife as well as it is possible.


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Review from Gail H (Daughter of Resident) published on 29 November 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I had been worried about how Mum would settle in her new home, but I need not have worried as she was truly fine. Our welcome on the day was very warm, friendly and so relaxed. The staff were so chatty and smiley, and Mum loves people who smile. All the staff were so helpful, and nothing was too much
trouble. The manager also welcomed Mum into the home personally, which was lovely. The home was warm, clean, and nicely decorated. The staff put on entertainment, i.e. music, films, TV, and games, and they are always interacting with residents. Mum loves this, and it shows.

Reply from Paulina Drzewiecka, Middleton Park Lodge Manager at Middleton Park Lodge Nursing Home

Thank you for your time and writing this lovely review for us. I am pleased that your mum settled so well on our Reconnect Community unit, where she enjoys the ways of therapeutic engagement. Our Dementia Support Workers will continue to look after your mum as well as possible and put a smile on her face on a daily basis.


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Review from M G (Son of Resident) published on 29 November 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Mum moved in late in October, and I have seen an amazing improvement in her. She is made so at home and involved in day-to-day things, which is what she needs.
A big thank you to all the staff for looking after our mum and making all our family welcome and totally at ease.

Reply from Paulina Drzewiecka, Middleton Park Lodge Manager at Middleton Park Lodge Nursing Home

I would like to take the opportunity to thank you for such a lovely review. We are so happy that you have seen an amazing improvement in your mum's general and mental well-being. We are also pleased that our Reconnect Community unit is making your mum feel at home and engaging in day-to-day things. We will continue to look after her the way we do, and it is an absolute pleasure.


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Review from R M (Son of Resident) published on 11 September 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

The care home is exactly that! The love and "care" the staff give my mum is above and beyond.
The staff are always walking in, chatting to Mum or checking if she wants anything. Her room is always clean and well-maintained.
The food looks gorgeous, and Mum especially enjoys breakfast.
All in all,
Mum wouldn't be with us now if it wasn't for the "care" she gets at Middleton Park.
Thank you!

Reply from Paulina Drzewiecka, Middleton Park Lodge Manager at Middleton Park Lodge Nursing Home

Thank you for your amazing feedback regarding your mum's care at Middleton Park Lodge. It is an honour for us to look after your mum and make her as comfortable and happy as it is possible.
Thank you from myself and my team.


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Review from R A (Son of Resident) published on 6 September 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 3.0 out of 5

All the staff and management are very caring and extremely hard-working under difficult conditions. The rooms are very clean and tidy, and the facilities are adequate. The only criticism I would have is the standard of the food, which the standard has dropped in the last few years.
That said, I'm
satisfied with the care my mam receives and am grateful for all your hard work and patience.

Reply from Paulina Drzewiecka, Middleton Park Lodge Manager at Middleton Park Lodge Nursing Home

I would like to thank you for your lovely words and feedback in general. We are always striving to improve all aspects of the home.
We, as a team, are very happy that you are satisfied with the care your mum receives at Middleton Park Lodge, and we will drive to work on continuous improvement.
Thank you again.


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Review from Sally V (Resident) assisted by family/friend published on 10 August 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I like day and night carers and the nurses. I like the deputy manager. The manager is new and in the short time I have known her she has been very good. I think she will be very good for the home.

Reply from Paulina Drzewiecka, Middleton Park Lodge Manager at Middleton Park Lodge Nursing Home

Thank you so much for your kind words in your review. I am very pleased that you like day and night care staff but also our lovely nurses. The Deputy Manager and I are very grateful for your kind words and the faith you have regarding us. Our Middleton Park Lodge team will do everything that is in our power to continue looking after you the way you currently enjoy and respecting your wishes.


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Review from G G (Husband of Resident) published on 10 June 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

The home's care is second to none.

Reply from Lindsey Leatham, Middleton Park Lodge Manager at Middleton Park Lodge Nursing Home

Thank you so much for your review it was very kind of you.


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Review from Douglas T (Husband of Resident) published on 8 September 2021
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I would recommend Middleton Park Lodge to all concerned.

Reply from Lindsey Leatham, Middleton Park Lodge Manager at Middleton Park Lodge Nursing Home

Dear Mr T, thank you so much for your kind review. We value your opinion and it is always a pleasure to see you. I will be sure to share with the team.


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Review from Bernadette M (Daughter of Resident) published on 8 September 2021
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Due to Covid, this was my first visit. I have been so impressed with the friendliness, caring attitude and overall professionalism of each and every member of staff. I am leaving here knowing my mom is safe, happy and contented. I cannot thank them enough and appreciate the peace of mind they have given
me.

Reply from Lindsey Leatham, Middleton Park Lodge Manager at Middleton Park Lodge Nursing Home

Dear Bernadette, it was a pleasure to meet you and be able to reunite you with mum. Thank you for your kind review; I will share this with the team. We look forward to seeing you again soon.


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Current Review Score: 9.8 (9.763)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.8 (9.763) out of 10 for Middleton Park Lodge Nursing Home 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 17 Reviews in the last 24 months.

  • b) The score for the number of positive Reviews is 5.0 out of 5 from 15 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 4.763 for Middleton Park Lodge Nursing Home is calculated as follows: ( (174 Excellents x 5) + (9 Goods x 4) + (10 Satisfactorys x 3) + (2 Poors x 2) + (3 Very Poors x 1) ) ÷ 198 Ratings = 4.763

  • 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 Middleton Park Lodge Nursing Home is based on 15 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 50 registered maximum number of service users is 10, which has been reached with 15 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: 27 Feb 2021

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    Good

  • Effective

    Good

  • Responsive

    Requires improvement

  • 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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Paulina

Paulina Drzewiecka

Job Title: Home Manager

Thank you so much for taking the time to look further into what Middleton Park Lodge Nursing Home has to offer to you or your loved one. My name is Paulina Drzewiecka and I am the Registered Home Manager at Middleton Park Lodge. I am a Registered Nurse who also possesses knowledge regarding skin integrity, and have graduated with a Master of Science in Dementia. On our Reconnect Community, we provide the best dementia care possible and are focusing on different aspects of engagement to support our lovely residents in managing different types of distressed reactions. You are always more than welcome to drop me an email or visit our lovely home and I will help as well as much as I can. We may even throw in a cup of tea! You are always welcome at Middleton Park Lodge.


Frequently Asked Questions about Middleton Park Lodge Nursing Home

What types of Care is Middleton Park Lodge Nursing Home registered for?

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

What additional types of Care does Middleton Park Lodge Nursing Home provide?

Palliative 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 Middleton Park Lodge Nursing Home have?

There are 50 Single Rooms.

What are the Facilities & Services at Middleton Park Lodge Nursing Home?

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

How far is Middleton Park Lodge Nursing Home to the centre of Leeds?

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