Stanley Wilson Lodge

Four Acres, Saffron Walden CB11 3JE
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  • Stanley Wilson Lodge, Saffron Walden
Stanley Wilson Lodge is a purpose-built 75 bedded home with en-suite facilities offering high-quality nursing, residential and dementia care.

All services are built around each resident’s individual needs and preferences:
Dementia residential – 22 bedrooms
Residential – 23 bedrooms
Frail nursing – 18 bedrooms
High needs dementia – 12 bedrooms

The home can offer:
•Activities suite
•Day Centre
•Hairdressing salon
•Alternative therapy room
•Fully accessible for disabled residents
•Quiet rooms for visitors and family parties
•Purpose built gardens
•Courtyard garden
•Garden seating areas

Care Provided by Stanley Wilson Lodge

  • Primary Care Categories
  • Dementia
  • No Medical Intervention
  • Older Person Care
  • Physical Disability
  • Sensory Impairment
  • Care Types Provided
  • Dementia Nursing Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Nursing Care
  • Residential Care
  • For a maximum of 75 Service Users
  • Privately Owned
  • Care Offered
  • Alzheimer's
  • Cancer Care
  • Colitis & Crohn's Disease
  • COPD/Pulmonary Disease
  • Epilepsy
  • Hearing Impairment
  • Huntington's Disease
  • Orthopaedic
  • Parkinson's Disease
  • Speech Impairment
  • Stroke
  • Visual Impairment
  • Other Care Provided
  • Convalescent Care
  • Day Care
  • End of Life Care
  • Own GP if required
  • Palliative Care

Good to Know

  • Person in charge
  • Sue Clayden (Manager)
  • Admission Criteria
    • Ages 60+
  • Room Information
    • Single Rooms (75)
    • Couples/Companion Rooms (0)
    • Single Rooms with ensuite Wet Room (75)
  • Care Home Design/Build
    • Purpose Built: Yes
    • Year Purpose Built: 2010
    • Last Refurbishment: 2010
    • Number of floors: 3

Funding & Fees Guide for Stanley Wilson 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 £1,722 – £1,722
    • Self-Funded Residential Dementia Care £1,722 – £1,722
    • Self-Funded Nursing Care £1,722 – £1,722
  • The nursing costs do not include costs for Funded Nursing Care (FNC) which will be refunded if it is granted by West Essex Continuing Health Care. FNC is currently ÂŁ235.88. Fee may increase with complex cases.


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

Facilities

  • 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
  • Smoking not permitted
  • Television point in own room
  • Wheelchair Access
  • Visiting
  • The home have no restrictions on visiting. They do like to have protected meal times from 12.30 - 13.30 if you are not joining your resident to eat. For further information please do not hesitate to ask.


  • Parking
  • The home has off road parking onsite.


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Stanley Wilson Lodge has a Review Score of 9.9 (9.873) out of 10, based on 20 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time Stanley Wilson Lodge has 56 reviews.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I am extremely happy with the care given to my relative. The carers are very attentive and are always cheerful, polite and helpful. The home is kept clean and all staff work together to provide a first class service. The meals are very good and there are always options to choose from. I would definitely
recommend Stanley Wilson Lodge to anyone who is looking for a care home for their loved one. Also the activities program each week has something for everyone.

Reply from Susan Clayden, Manager at Stanley Wilson Lodge

Thank you very much for your words of appreciation which I will share with all the teams involved - it is lovely to be recognised for all the hard work and support that goes in to supporting our residents to enjoy living here at Stanley Wilson Lodge.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

From the moment we first visited we have experienced nothing but kindness, care and friendly attention and support.
Any concerns are quickly and efficiently dealt with by staff who are professional but very approachable.
Ideally we would like to see a quieter communal lounge, or at least more seating
for those not wanting to watch TV.

Reply from Susan Clayden, Manager at Stanley Wilson Lodge

thank yo for your positive comments which I will share with the team on Reynolds.Thre are quieter areas of the Home that you are welcome to use either in reception of there is a small room on the ground floor also which we can show you.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I have been here 12 days. I received an enthusiastic friendly welcoming which has continued. Everyone is so kind and helpful. Several staff I already know and one is related to my family. My visitors to much appreciate the welcome. I appreciated the pre Christmas carol singing and participated in game
and was allowed to spend time with my neighbor and look forward to attending other social activities. I was able to present Stanley Wilson Lodge with an album of photographs I prepared in 2010 of the demolishing of the 1962-2008 building and the building of the present one. I've lived close by since 1972 and visited the lodge many times.

Reply from Susan Clayden, Manager at Stanley Wilson Lodge

Thank you very much for your most appreciated review of the care and support you have received from the team on Constable Suite here at Stanley Wilson Lodge. We in turn are enjoying your company and sharing your local knowledge with us all!


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Stanley Wilson Lodge has given my mother back her identity. She is safe, warm, well fed and well cared for. None of which she experience in hospital or when she returned to her own bungalow. This care home became the only option, although it is not what mum wanted. Stanley Wilson Lodge have made her
welcome and made the transition to full time care so much easier. She is now happy and content to be in long term care. For myself the burden and worry has been lifted by her carers.

Reply from Susan Clayden, Manager at Stanley Wilson Lodge

Thank you Jacqueline for your positive comments which I will share with the team. It is a pleasure to care for your mother and we look forward to continuing to work in partnership with yourselves to care for Mum.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Since my father moved into Stanley Wilson Lodge, I have been delighted with the high standard of care and compassion he has received. This has enabled him to settle in very quickly and adapt to his new surroundings. He very much enjoys the company of other residents and is a regular at their activities.
Overall, the whole family are so pleased we have taken this step and know he will be safe and well looked after 24 hours a day.

Reply from Susan Clayden, Manager at Stanley Wilson Lodge

Thank you for your review highlighting your Dads move to come and live here at SWL has been a very positive one and that you and your family are very pleased how he has settled in and the standard of care that he is receiving. I will share your review with the team on Gainsborough Suite.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My Mum was very poorly in hospital and was worried about going into a care home. She didn't need to be, Stanley Wilson Lodge have been amazing.
She is very happy and is very looked after. The staff are amazing.
She is now eating well and her general and mental health has improved drastically.
I can't
thank the staff enough.
She loves it in her room and said she wouldn't want to be anywhere else.

Reply from Susan Clayden, Manager at Stanley Wilson Lodge

Thank you for your most positive comments in relation to Joyce's time here with the Team on Constable caring for her. It was a pleasure to care for her and I will share your comments with the Constable Team.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Stanley Wilson Lodge could be used as an example of how care homes should be. From the initial outlook of the reception with its friendly staff to the communal rooms and dining areas serviced by friendly dedicated staff. Individual care and accommodation are excellent with a varied programme and entertainment.
It is highly recommended.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My mother appears well cared for and is very happy here. All of the staff are lovely and very caring.

Reply from Susan Clayden, Manager at Stanley Wilson Lodge

Many thanks, Judith for your review which is very much appreciated and I will share it with the team on Mum's suite. It really makes a difference to hear from relatives that they feel satisfied with the care that their loved one is receiving here at Stanley Wilson Lodge.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Family member has recently moved from the residential to the dementia floor as his dementia has increased and, once again, I am so impressed with the care taken by the new team to get to know him, reassure and settle him in his new room (which he loves), and move all his pictures, etc., with minimum
delay so that he had his familiar things around him right from the start. As is common, the dementia, and its frustrations for the sufferer, has brought its own challenges with some uncharacteristic behaviour developing but the team are tireless in their efforts to find solutions and to maximise all that he is able to do. Dementia or not, he absolutely understands this, and says frequently how lucky he is to be there and how lovely all the staff are. And he's right on both counts!

Reply from Susan Clayden, Manager at Stanley Wilson Lodge

Dear DS, Thank you very much for sharing your views of our Home and the SWL Team on carehome.co.uk. This is very much appreciated and I will ensure that all the team are aware of your most positive feedback. Thank you also for continuing to work in partnership with us each and every day to promote your family member's best interest at all times.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

We've been coming here for a couple of years now and the service is great. My husband's nan lives here and she loves it just as much. There are always activities for the residents and top-notch care provided.

Reply from Susan Clayden, Manager at Stanley Wilson Lodge

Thank you for your very kind comments which I will share with our teams here at Stanley Wilson Lodge.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My mother is very well looked after. Being non-verbal, they are attentive to her needs.

Reply from Susan Clayden, Manager at Stanley Wilson Lodge

Thank you Lyndie for your review which is very much appreciated and will be shared with all the team that care for your mother on the Constable Nursing Suite. As we have discussed before we as a team are also very much in admiration of your dedication in visiting your mother very frequently and working in partnership with ourselves to offer her the best possible care.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

You could not wish for a better facility than Stanley Wilson Lodge. Reception, en-suite rooms, dining rooms, and day lounges are excellent. Only surpassed by the caring and dutiful actions of all the staff for the day and night care. Social meal times and entertainment activities create a full and active
day for residents if they wish to take part. Eleven out of ten for Stanley Wilson Lodge.

Reply from Susan Clayden, Manager at Stanley Wilson Lodge

Thank you for your positive review which I will share with the Team that cares for your mother in low on our Reynolds Suite.
It has been great to see her settle in well living at Stanley Wilson Lodge where you and your wife can continue to be very involved and supportive in her care - working in partnership with our carers.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I write on behalf of myself and my siblings to express our deep appreciation of the love and care our mum has received since July 2022 at Stanley Wilson Lodge by all the staff and carers.
It is a wonderful care home with dedicated staff such as the Team Leader, who spotted Mum's sepsis and has been
very vigilant when Mum's health has deteriorated leading to specialist care at Addenbrookes. We are deeply grateful so thank you.

Reply from Susan Clayden, Manager at Stanley Wilson Lodge

Thank you for your feedback in relation to the care that your mother receives at Stanley Wilson Lodge.
Mum is a really great character and we really enjoy looking after her and partnership working with you and other members of your family to promote Mum's choices of care at all times.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I would like to say that the care and support my husband receives is done to a high standard. The staff are excellent at their jobs and the place is clean and tidy. The food is excellent and I am happy to have been able to get my husband a place there.

Reply from Susan Clayden, Manager at Stanley Wilson Lodge

Thank you for your positive review. It is lovely to see how well your husband has settled in here at Stanley Wilson Lodge and it is great that you and other family members can visit regularly and remain involved in his daily care.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

I am extremely grateful my dad is now in your care, as with his dementia it was not possible to stay at home and having carers in three times a day was still not enough. It has taken a lot of worry away from me as I'm not in the best of health.

Reply from Susan Clayden, Manager at Stanley Wilson Lodge

Thank you for your positive comments and review. It is great that both yourself and your sister remain very involved in Dad's care and work in partnership with our team to support his care needs. We can see how happy Dad is when you both visit!


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My mother has been a resident at Stanley Wilson Lodge for over 2 years now and due to her stroke requires nursing care.
I can honestly say that from day one all of the staff have been magnificent. They genuinely care and their dedication, kindness, support and communication have been fantastic.
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location of the home is also perfect and we regularly take Mum into town via her wheelchair. Thank you. We appreciate each and every one of you all!

Reply from Tracy Dewhurst, Administrator at Stanley Wilson Lodge

Hello Andy, it is lovely to hear your positive feedback in relation to your mother's care here at Stanley Wilson Lodge. I know that she really enjoyed her visits out of the home with you. Thank you for taking the time to write this review.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My mother-in-law has been a resident of Stanley Wilson Lodge for 18 months. We have had excellent service and are so pleased with every aspect of the care she has received.

Reply from Susan Clayden, Manager at Stanley Wilson Lodge

Hi Tracy, thank you for your very kind comments - your Mum has a lovely nature, and the team on the Turner Suite enjoys caring for her.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I have been visiting my sister whilst visiting England from America for a month. My sister is very well cared for at Stanley Wilson Lodge. I really enjoyed my visits and taking her out of the home for a walk.
The staff are all really caring and know her well.

Reply from Susan Clayden, Manager at Stanley Wilson Lodge

Hi Virginia, it is lovely to hear your positive feedback in relation to your sister's care here at Stanley Wilson Lodge. I know that she really enjoyed her visits out of the Home with you. Thank you for taking the time to write this review.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

The dedication and devotion of the nursing home staff have made all the difference and eased my worries and concerns about my mother's welfare. I am truly grateful to them for their kindness, understanding, and professionalism and for creating a warm and welcoming atmosphere that promotes residents'
independence, dignity, and quality of life. Choosing a nursing home for a loved one can be a daunting task, but I feel blessed to have found such a wonderful place that truly cares for its residents and treats them like family. Thank you for everything you do! Special thanks to the manager, her staff and the lovely reception staff.

Reply from Susan Clayden, Manager at Stanley Wilson Lodge

Many thanks for sharing the positive outcomes that you experienced when you visited your mother at Stanley Wilson Lodge.
As a team, we work hard to create a "home from home" atmosphere - working in partnership with our residents' relatives and friends.
I will have great pleasure sharing your feedback with the Gainsborough Suite team.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Stanley Wilson Lodge has given my grandfather such excellent care; the staff are always so accommodating, respectful and friendly. The manager is highly experienced and knowledgeable and goes above and beyond for the residents. My grandfather's room is clean and tidy and feels homely. I am so glad I
have found such a warm, friendly home for my grandfather.

Reply from Susan Clayden, Manager at Stanley Wilson Lodge

Thank you for your review of Stanley Wilson Lodge. We really appreciate you taking the time to complete this and for your support in working with us to care for your grandfather.


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Current Review Score: 9.9 (9.873)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.9 (9.873) out of 10 for Stanley Wilson 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 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 4.873 for Stanley Wilson Lodge is calculated as follows: ( (207 Excellents x 5) + (30 Goods x 4) ) ÷ 237 Ratings = 4.873

  • 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 Stanley Wilson 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 75 registered maximum number of service users is 15, 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: 15 Aug 2019

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Good

  • Caring

    Good
  • 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)

Sue

Sue Clayden

Job Title: Home Manager

Sue has NVQ Levels 2, 3 and 4 in Health and Social Care, together with the Registered Managers Award., Certificates in Dementia Care and Palliative Care.
Sue has worked in the Care Sector for 22 years and has significant home management experience over the last 11 years.


Debby

Debby Jack

Job Title: Day Centre Manager

Joined: 1994

I have worked at Stanley Wilson Lodge for 29 years and love my role as the Saffron Club Manager, I am very passionate about the care of the elderly.


I support the staff by ensuring that the club offers a wide range of activities, whilst promoting Independence, choice, Social Interaction and Well-being.


I am a mum of 3 and a Nanna to 8 grandchildren.


Shilpa

Shilpa Eapen

Job Title: Care Manager

Shilpa is a Registered Nurse, a member of the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) and The Royal College of Nursing. Shilpa holds a Bachelor Degree in Nursing Science and a Diploma in Mentoring.
Shilpa joined Stanley Wilson Lodge as an RGN in October 2011 and has been an eminent part of the Nursing Team since then. Shilpa has worked in the Health and Social Care sector for over 10 years. Her experience covers Emergency Nursing, Critical Care (ITU) Nursing and Elderly Frail Nursing. Shilpa is a very experienced nurse and has in depth clinical knowledge and skills.
Shilpa is Sue Clayden’s deputy and in charge of the home when the Home Manager is not present.


Frequently Asked Questions about Stanley Wilson Lodge

What types of Care is Stanley Wilson Lodge registered for?

Older Person Care, Dementia, Physical Disability, Sensory Impairment & No Medical Intervention are the registered (by the Care Quality Commission) categories of Care.

What additional types of Care does Stanley Wilson Lodge provide?

Palliative Care, Day Care, Convalescent Care, Own GP if required & End of Life Care are other types of care provided.

How many Rooms does Stanley Wilson Lodge have?

There are 75 Single Rooms.

What are the Facilities & Services at Stanley Wilson Lodge?

Own Furniture if required, Pet Friendly (or by arrangement), Smoking not permitted, Close to Local shops, Near Public Transport, Lift, 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 Stanley Wilson Lodge to the centre of Saffron Walden?

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