Apple Blossom Lodge

62 Drumilly Road, Armagh BT61 8RH
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8.1 24 Reviews
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Care Provided by Apple Blossom Lodge

  • Type of Service
    • Nursing Home
  • Privately Owned
  • For a maximum of 37 Service Users
  • Primary Care Categories
  • Dementia
  • Mental Health Condition
  • Older Person Care
  • Respite Care
  • Younger Adults
  • Care Offered
  • Alzheimer's
  • Bipolar/Manic Depression
  • Cancer Care
  • Challenging Behaviour/Psychosis
  • Drug Dependence (past or present)
  • Epilepsy
  • Head/Brain Injury
  • Hearing Impairment
  • Parkinson's Disease
  • Schizophrenia
  • Speech Impairment
  • Stroke
  • Visual Impairment
  • Other Care Provided
  • Independent Living Training
  • Own GP if required
  • Palliative Care

Good to Know

  • Person in charge
  • Martin McKee (Manager)
  • Admission Criteria
    • Pre admission assessment
    • Male only
    • Ages 25+
  • Room Information
    • Single Rooms (37)
  • Care Home Design/Build
    • Purpose Built: Yes
    • Last Refurbishment: 2014

Facilities

  • Gardens
  • Lift
  • Minibus or other transport
  • Own Furniture if required
  • Pet Friendly (or by arrangement)
  • Residents Internet Access
  • Television point in own room
  • Wheelchair Access
  • Visiting

  • Visiting hours are open to suit the needs of the family and service user but the home encourage relatives to exclude meal times


  • Parking

  • Full parking facilities are available at the nursing home


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Apple Blossom Lodge Reviews (24)

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Apple Blossom Lodge has a Review Score of 8.1 (8.135) out of 10, based on 1 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time Apple Blossom Lodge has 24 reviews.

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Review from Michelle K (Niece of Resident) published on 4 October 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

These kind and caring staff were family for my uncle, who sadly passed away in July. We will be forever grateful for their kindness and compassion to him during his years living there and his end-of-life care. Many thanks.

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Review from M D (Daughter of Resident) published on 8 February 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I find the staff to be very caring and understand the needs of my father, which was lacking in other facilities he has resided in. The management are on hand if we have any concerns and are always so helpful and understanding. My dad is treated with dignity which gives us peace of mind. His room has
been changed around to better suit his needs and is always clean and cosy. The staff and overall standard is excellent.

Reply from Martin Mckee, Nursing Home Manager at Apple Blossom Lodge

Thank you Mareta for taking the time and giving our home a positive review.


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Review from Regina T (Daughter of Resident) published on 7 February 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I have found Apple Blossom Lodge have provided my father with excellent care in the past 18 months. Staff and management are attentive and understanding to his needs. Both staff and management have been patient and have helped him in all of the difficulties his condition has brought on him. The home
and his room are very clean and everything is kept to a high standard. Highly recommend.

Reply from Martin Mckee, Nursing Home Manager at Apple Blossom Lodge

Thank you for taking the time to complete a review of our care home.


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Review from Jill C (Daughter of Resident) published on 25 January 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Excellent care provided at all times.

Reply from Martin Mckee, Nursing Home Manager at Apple Blossom Lodge

Thank you for taking the time to complete a review.


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Review from A M (Daughter of Resident) published on 23 January 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My father has been a resident from June 22. I cannot thank the staff enough for the care, compassion and love Daddy receives. Apple Blossom is very family orientated and care is catered to each individual's needs. I was very apprehensive about Daddy transferring from hospital but very quickly I was
at ease and knew the correct decision had been made for Daddy.

Reply from Martin Mckee, Nursing Home Manager at Apple Blossom Lodge

Thank you for taking the time to complete a review of our home.


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Review from C J (Niece of Resident) published on 19 January 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

On my recent visit to see my uncle I was very impressed with the staff's friendliness and attention they gave him during my visit. It had a splendid festive feel with all the decorations. My uncle was very happy and content in his surroundings especially enjoying the peaceful countryside location.

Reply from Martin Mckee, Nursing Home Manager at Apple Blossom Lodge

Thank you for taking the time to complete a review of our home.


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Review from Jacinta D (Daughter of Resident) published on 19 January 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My father is treated with the utmost care and attention, very pleased.

Reply from Martin Mckee, Nursing Home Manager at Apple Blossom Lodge

Thank you for taking the time to complete a positive review of our home.


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Review from M O (Wife of Resident) published on 28 June 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

The staff in Apple Blossom are very professional and courteous. They are very approachable, they treat my husband with great care and kindness. The home is always spotless and warm. My husband participates in all activities like feeding the animals, growing veg and flowers. We feel he is kept safe and
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Reply from Martin Mckee, Nursing Home Manager at Apple Blossom Lodge

Thank you Mary for your very welcome feedback. It's always great to welcome you and your family to Apple Blossom Lodge on your visits.


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Review from Sharon M (Daughter of Resident) published on 28 June 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

The staff are always professional, friendly and very approachable. The level of care shown to my father is excellent and he loves this care home. The home is always clean and fresh and has great facilities. Dad loves the daily activities, especially feeding the pigs and looking after his vegetables
that he planted. We feel that Dad is safe and secure, which means the world to us as a family. We highly recommend this care home.

Reply from Martin Mckee, Nursing Home Manager at Apple Blossom Lodge

Thank you for your review, Sharon. It's great having families back at our home. Your father just loves the country feel and the outdoor life.


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Review from Anne K (Mother of Resident) published on 25 August 2021
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

We visited for my son's birthday, as usual, we were given a warm welcome. I find all the staff to be friendly and accomodating. My son had several placements which broke down due to his complex needs associated with Autism, yet with care and training, Apple Blossom has become his home. Individual care
planning is second to none, open communication and being attentive has certainly made my son's placement stable. I recommend Apple Blossom.

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Review from Simon K (Brother of Resident) published on 25 August 2021
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Visited many times and recently for my brother's birthday. Made very welcome, very pleasant staff, they look after him very well, I would highly recommend Apple Blossom Lodge.

Reply from Martin Mckee, Nursing Home Manager at Apple Blossom Lodge

Thank you. It's great to see family visiting especially around special times. Glad you have had positive experiences and we look forward to many more.


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Review from S M (Resident) published on 1 June 2021
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

The food is great. At Apple Blossom Lodge the staff are very good and attend to all my needs.

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Review from Lloyd D (Resident) published on 1 June 2021
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Friendly service, good food, and always a good sense of humour shown by all staff and residents. The manager gives the trend for a good laugh and no bad feelings from one day to the next. Minibus provided for outings around about.

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Review from A M (Resident) published on 1 June 2021
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I have lived at Apple Blossom Lodge for three years now and enjoy living here. All my needs are met and the staff are friendly and I would extremely likely recommend here.

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Review from Gerard O (Brother of Resident) published on 28 May 2021
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

The care provided to my brother was very caring and they definitely understood his needs.
They communicated well with myself and other family members, giving detailed updates of his mental and physical health. Nothing was ever too much bother and it was very obvious from all staff members that the
care of my brother was always the most important.

Reply from Martin Mckee, Nursing Home Manager at Apple Blossom Lodge

Thank you for the review, Gerard. Thinking of you all.


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Review from Paul R (Resident) published on 27 May 2021
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I like the staff.
They meet my needs.
Excellent food.

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Review from K D (Daughter of Resident) published on 14 May 2021
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Father is a resident here in Apple Blossom care home. I feel very confident that my father is receiving top care and attention here and reassured that all staff take great respect in maintaining his dignity. All staff are very polite and caring, also very understanding with my father's needs, even when
he becomes difficult at times. Highly recommend Apple Blossom and their highly qualified and trained staff.

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Review from L B (Sister of Resident) published on 26 April 2019
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I find the staff in Apple Blossom care home very caring, respectful and thoughtful of their patients. They always have time to listen to their patients and their families. I also find the home to be very clean with lovely outside views of the grounds, which also are very well kept with the added interest
of the animals on the property. Great place.

Reply from Martin Mckee, Nursing Home Manager at Apple Blossom Lodge

Thank you for your lovely review.


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Review from L H (Daughter of Resident) published on 8 April 2019
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

I would just like to say that my daddy has settled well and the staff are great. New management has taken over and things seem to have got better and they are very approachable. I had a few concerns but when addressed to management they were very good at sorting this very quickly.

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Review from F T O (Sister-in-law of Resident) published on 19 March 2019
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 3.0 out of 5

This is a lovely clean place. It is well run. Friendly staff.

Reply from Martin Mckee, Nursing Home Manager at Apple Blossom Lodge

Thank you for a lovely review from a lovely family.


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Current Review Score: 8.1 (8.135)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 8.1 (8.135) out of 10 for Apple Blossom Lodge is based on a) the Average Rating and b) the number of positive Reviews.

  • a) The Average Rating is 5.0 out of 5 from 1 Reviews in the last 24 months.

  • b) The score for the number of positive Reviews is 3.1 out of 5 from 1 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 5.000 for Apple Blossom Lodge is calculated as follows: ( (11 Excellents x 5) ) ÷ 11 Ratings = 5

  • 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 3.135 Points relating to the number of positive Reviews for Apple Blossom Lodge is based on 1 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 = 3

    • 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 37 registered maximum number of service users is 7.4. 1 Positive Reviews ÷ 7.4 = 0.135

  • 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.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Apple Blossom Lodge

What types of Care is Apple Blossom Lodge registered for?

Older Person Care, Dementia, Respite Care, Mental Health Condition & Younger Adults are the registered (by the Care Quality Commission) categories of Care.

What additional types of Care does Apple Blossom Lodge provide?

Palliative Care, Independent Living Training & Own GP if required are other types of care provided.

How many Rooms does Apple Blossom Lodge have?

There are 37 Single Rooms.

What are the Facilities & Services at Apple Blossom Lodge?

Own Furniture if required, Pet Friendly (or by arrangement), Minibus or other transport, Lift, Wheelchair Access, Gardens, Television point in own room & Residents Internet Access are some of the Facilities & Services.

How far is Apple Blossom Lodge to the centre of Armagh?

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