Lydgate Lodge

Soothill Lane, Batley WF17 6EZ
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9.8 113 Reviews
  • Lydgate Lodge, Batley
Lydgate Lodge offers 24 hours of residential and dementia care in luxury surroundings which create a great place to live.

Staff at Lydgate Lodge pride themselves on making a real difference to the lives of the residents and this is reflected in the personalised care and active lifestyle choices.

All 64 bedrooms are en-suite wet rooms and your room will have a flat screen TV, DVD player, mini fridge and Wi-Fi.

Lydgate Lodge is proud to be rated as 'good' by the Care Quality Commission (July 2019).

Lydgate Lodge is part of the Ideal Carehomes group, winners of the Large Residential Care Provider at the Laing Buisson Awards in November 2022.

Care Provided by Lydgate Lodge

  • Primary Care Categories
  • Dementia
  • Older Person Care
  • Respite Care
  • Care Types Provided
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Residential Care
  • For a maximum of 64 Service Users
  • Privately Owned
  • Other Care Provided
  • Own GP if required

Good to Know

  • Person in charge
  • Anna Owsicka (Home Manager)
  • Admission Criteria
    • Ages 65+
  • Room Information
    • Single Rooms (64)
    • Single Rooms with ensuite Wet Room (64)
  • Care Home Design/Build
    • Purpose Built: Yes

Funding & Fees Guide for Lydgate 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 from £1,380
  • Our all inclusive fee gives peace of mind and allows residents to enjoy our facilities and services without having to worry about extra costs. It includes a monthly appointment at our onsite hair salon, regular chiropody appointments, a full and varied activity program, annual eye tests, annual dental check ups and transport and accompaniment to medical appointments where necessary.


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

Facilities

  • Bar/Café
  • Close to Local shops
  • Gardens
  • Lift
  • Near Public Transport
  • Own Furniture if required
  • Phone Point in own room
  • Residents Internet Access
  • Residents Kitchenette
  • Television point in own room
  • Wheelchair Access
  • Visiting
  • The well-being of residents is a priority, and nothing is more important than keeping them in touch with their family and friends in any way possible. Lydgate Lodge are pleased to welcome visitors into their home, with no limit on the number of visitors for each resident. The home pride themselves on having an open-door policy.


  • Parking
  • Lydgate Lodge has plenty of onsite parking for visitors.


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Lydgate Lodge has a Review Score of 9.8 (9.760) out of 10, based on 27 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time Lydgate Lodge has 113 reviews.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Mum has been at Lydgate approx one year, she will be 95 this year. I am confident she gets excellent care, companionship, diet and respect. Staff are also friendly to visitors. Mum is happy at Lydgate, she takes part in some of the activities and enjoys the entertainment, she loves having her hair done
every week. I would recommend this home to others, as all our experiences have been fantastic. So glad this is the home we chose for her and we did look at others. I visit regularly and see all getting friendly respectful care.

Reply from Samantha Blair, Customer Care Advisor at Lydgate Lodge

Thank you so much for your lovely review about our home and the Lydgate Lodge Team. We are so pleased to hear that your mum is happy and enjoys the activities, entertainment and the on site hair salon. Our inclusive offering is a real hit with residents and visitors alike. The staff team will be delighted to hear your kind words which I shall be sure to pass on.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Lovely home. Good to be greeted at a reception desk when entering. Staff always acknowledge you. Home is lovely and clean.

Reply from Samantha Blair, Customer Care Advisor at Lydgate Lodge

Thank you so much for taking the time to review our home. Feedback is extremely important to us and we will ensure that your kind words are shared with the whole staff team.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I don't need to mention names as all staff are brilliant. Nothing is too much trouble for them. The food is of the highest standard. Cleanliness 1st rate. Clean clothes all the time. Such a caring place.

Reply from Samantha Blair, Customer Care Advisor at Lydgate Lodge

Thank you for kindly taking the time to write a review of Lydgate Lodge and for the lovely way you have described our home. We will ensure that your comments are passed to the whole team.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Making the decision to firstly, place my Dad into full-time residential care and secondly, choosing such a care home, is one of the most stressful and hardest things we have done as a family. There is so much to consider and we viewed around 10 different homes, more than once and at different times
of day and night. The staff were knowledgeable, approachable and clearly understand the needs of their residents. That’s how I know we got this right with Lydgate.


The surroundings are beautiful. Spacious, yet homely. The staff are so caring, not just towards the residents but to the relatives too. On the difficult days with Dad, I’ve had carers take time to talk to me about him and to just generally let me pour my heart out, when the fact that he is living with Dementia becomes too much. They’ve gotten to know him and he’s settling in well. My Dad is quite young and they tailor to his needs well, with a wide range of activities and outings. It doesn’t feel like your typical care home.


Reply from Samantha Blair, Customer Care Advisor at Lydgate Lodge

Thank you for taking the time to review our home. We are pleased to hear that your experience from your initial enquiry, through to Dad moving in with us, has been extremely positive, and it is great that Dad is enjoying the daily activities and trips out of the home. Feedback is extremely important to us and we will be sure to pass your kind words to the whole staff team. These reviews also go some way to help other families in a similar position of looking for a care home and we are sure they will find your comments very valuable.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

After working hard and caring for his family and others all his life, we dearly wanted to find a fitting home where my father could be cared for with the dignity he deserved. After visiting quite a few other homes my mother instantly had a gut feeling about Lydgate, with the friendly welcoming staff
and management and pleasant clean surroundings.
Dad enjoyed the modern purpose built spaciousness of the home and was able to use his electric wheelchair to access the cafeteria, dining area, lounge and corridor to his room with access onto the garden.
The family and extended family enjoyed a celebration in the cafe which we will never forget.
Unfortunately after being ill in hospital, Dad went on to receive palliative care at Lydgate. The management and staff was very kind to Dad, along with ongoing support from the district nurses and Admiral nurse dad was well cared for until he passed away in early June 2019.
The whole family was so touched by everyone's kindness to us all.

Reply from Samantha Blair, Customer Care Advisor at Lydgate Lodge

Thank you so much for your review of Lydgate Lodge. We really appreciate you taking the time to write a review at what must be a difficult time for you and your family. We are so pleased to hear that your father was happy at Lydgate Lodge and would like to ensure you and your family always feel welcome to come back and join us for a cup of tea. Thank you again for the kind words which I shall pass on to the whole staff team.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My mum-in-law moved into Lydgate Lodge in March 2019 from another care home where she was not happy. She immediately settled in and described it as “like living in a hotel”. The staff were always kind, supportive and caring and always available. She enjoyed the activities and joined in regularly. She
also said the food was lovely and that there was always something for her to choose. Unfortunately, her health deteriorated and, after spending some time in hospital, returned to Lydgate for her final days and she passed away peacefully. Throughout this very stressful time for the family, the staff were excellent, caring and looking after both mum in law and the family. I cannot speak highly enough of the lovely people at this care home and if you are looking for a care home for a loved one, then I would highly recommend Lydgate Lodge. My only regret is that we didn’t move mum-in-law to Lydgate Lodge sooner.

Reply from Samantha Blair, Customer Care Advisor at Lydgate Lodge

Thank you so much for your wonderful review of Lydgate Lodge. We really appreciate you taking the time to write such lovely words at what must be a difficult time for you and your family. We are so pleased to hear that your mum-in-law was happy at Lydgate Lodge and would like to ensure you and your family always feel welcome to come back and join us for a cup of tea. Thank you again for the kind words which I shall pass on to the whole staff team.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

The staff are very helpful and make sure all the residents are looked after. There are a number of options available throughout the month to entertain the residents which also involve trips out.

Reply from Samantha Blair, Customer Care Advisor at Lydgate Lodge

Thank you so much for taking the time to review our home. Feedback is extremely important to us and we will ensure that your kind words are shared with the whole staff team.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My in-laws moved to Lydgate Lodge in November 2018. The team organised and facilitated the move smoothly and with a high level of compassion at a difficult time.
They took time to get to know my in-laws to make it a home from home, noting their likes and dislikes. High level of care delivered with
real professionalism and in detail with general interest not perfunctory. Lots of activities and a genuine desire to help and engage starting with the manager, taking time to discuss politics with my father-in-law right through the team enabling my mother-in-law to carry out little chores because she believes she helps out as a visitor who is staying there temporarily and not a resident. Food is good, in plentiful supply and lots of choice. Would definitely recommend them.

Reply from Kristyna Hunt, Communications Executive at Lydgate Lodge

Thank you so much for taking the time to review our home. Feedback is extremely important to us and we will ensure that your kind words are shared with the whole staff team.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My grandma died earlier this month having spent over four years in Lydgate Lodge. Over the years we have seen much change, and the home has recently appointed a new manager who is excellent. He is visible, hands-on, compassionate, and understanding. The care staff are exceptional and are patient, supportive,
empathetic, and sensitive. Reception staff are welcoming and laundry staff should be commended. The kitchen staff provide food of the finest quality and go that extra mile for those special occasions, and the hairdresser is a lovely lady too.


Whilst vascular dementia had robbed my grandma of her dignity, staff ensured her final days and death were dignified. When necessary they involved health professionals immediately and were in constant dialogue with the GP surgery and district nurses.


For many families, putting their loved ones in a care home is heartbreaking. For anyone looking around care homes, I would highly recommend you visit Lydgate Lodge.


A big thank you to staff.


Reply from Samantha Blair, Customer Care Advisor at Lydgate Lodge

Thank you so much for your review of Lydgate Lodge. We really appreciate you taking the time to write such lovely words at what must be a difficult time for you and your family. We pride ourselves on treating each resident with respect and dignity at all times and it is encouraging for our staff to receive such positive feedback. We will ensure that your comments are passed to the whole team.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Mum was only at Lydgate Lodge for 6 months but she was cared for extremely well during that time. The staff are all friendly and helpful and nothing is too much trouble. Mum spent her last days in the care home and her end of life care was wonderful. During this sad time, the staff were so thoughtful
to the family.
There was always a cup of tea and biscuits if needed and on the day mum passed away peacefully in the early morning, the staff voluntarily made several pots of tea, plates of sandwiches, packets of crisps and a plate of biscuits at lunchtime for the seven family members who came to say their goodbyes to mum. I am so pleased that mum was in the care home and not in hospital when she passed away.

Reply from Samantha Blair, Customer Care Advisor at Lydgate Lodge

Thank you for your kind words. We really appreciate you taking the time to review our home. We are comforted to hear that mum enjoyed her time at Lydgate Lodge and that you felt supported at what must have been a difficult time for you and your family. I shall ensure that I pass your lovely comments on to the whole staff team.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Lydgate Lodge was the best of all the care homes viewed when looking for a care home for Mum when she left hospital. The care, nursing and attention given to all the residents couldn't be bettered.
We were more than happy to entrust Mum into their care and leave her there and return home (85 miles
away).
She was happy there and spent the last 6 months of her 98 years being looked after sympathetically and with dignity and respect.
I have never met so many genuinely sympathetic and caring people in one place.

Reply from Samantha Blair, Customer Care Advisor at Lydgate Lodge

Thank you so much for your review of Lydgate Lodge. We really appreciate you taking the time to write such lovely words at what must be a difficult time for you and your family.
We are so pleased to hear that your mum was happy at Lydgate Lodge and would like to ensure you and your family always feel welcome to come back and join us for a cup of tea.
Thank you again for the kind words which I shall pass on to the whole staff team.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My mother-in-law was in Lydgate Lodge for a few years and was happy there. For the last 18-24 months of her life she was in her bed and did not know much about her surroundings, but the carers were always there making her life as comfortable as possible. Everybody in the home was her friend - not just
a carer. They also became our friends - from the cleaners, catering staff, carers to management. At the end of her life, everybody was so kind, caring and helpful, nothing was too much trouble and this was all natural for them. A lovely caring home.

Reply from Kristyna Hunt, Communications Executive at Lydgate Lodge

Thank you so much for your very kind words about our home. We really appreciate that you have taken the time to review us at what must be a difficult time for you and your family. We are pleased that you all felt supported whilst your mother-in-law lived at Lydgate Lodge and we will ensure that your feedback is passed to the whole staff team at Lydgate Lodge.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My Aunt has been resident at Lydgate Lodge for the past 3 and a half years and the care she has received has always been good but especially in the last week prior to her passing away it has been second to none, not only the immediate carers but domestic and office staff have been excellent not just
to her but to us, her family.
I cannot praise the staff at this home highly enough.

Reply from Kristyna Hunt, Communications Executive at Lydgate Lodge

Thank you for taking the time to review our home at what must be a very difficult time for you and your family. We are so pleased your aunt was happy at Lydgate Lodge and that you all felt supported by our staff. We will ensure that your kind feedback is shared with the team.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Excellent as was his stay last year. Few small issues which staff took on board and addressed straight away.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My Husband has been in the care home for respite care for two weeks. On visiting, I found he was clean and happy. The food looked very good and I think ate most things. His bedroom was very pleasant and clean. His clothes had been washed and put on hangers in the wardrobe. The staff were very good and
nothing was too much trouble for them. The other residents seemed happy. I am hoping that my Husband will be able to come here again in the near future.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I'm very pleased with services. Friendly and caring staff with positive attitude. Reception staff are always present and welcoming. First impressions are very good. Care staff and home manager are very caring and supportive. Thank you for your care of my Father who has severe dementia.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

From the interview with my mother-in-law to her settling in, the service was very friendly, helpful and professional.


This initial look round was conducted really well with staff having very friendly and helpful. On the day of moving in, the transfer was handled really well, staff very helpful.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

Care is good. The main problem is hearing aids. Everytime she gets some the disappear. She is very deaf so it's a problem.
Slippers also disappear although we don't know if she moves them herself.

Reply from Kristyna Hunt, Communications Executive at Lydgate Lodge

Thank you for taking the time to review Lydgate Lodge. We appreciate all feedback about our homes and our Home Manager would be more than happy to discuss your concerns with you next time you visit the home, or you can contact her directly on 01924 355 023.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

To the best of my knowledge, the care provided to my 99-year-old aunt, who suffers from dementia, is very good.
She is kept clean and tidy, appears to be well nourished and healthy and issues are kept on top of.
As a self-funding resident, the cost of care will always be an issue and as national
costs go, this care home gives satisfactory value for money.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

My mother is 100 years old and has resided here 7 years. I visit every day except when on holiday. When I am away, I worry about her as I want her underwear changing a few times a day when wet. I always change her when I am here. I buy a large quantity of disposable underwear.
I also notice occasionally
she does not have her 2 hearing aids in or teeth not in.

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Current Review Score: 9.8 (9.760)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.8 (9.760) out of 10 for Lydgate 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 27 Reviews in the last 24 months.

  • b) The score for the number of positive Reviews is 5.0 out of 5 from 26 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 4.760 for Lydgate Lodge is calculated as follows: ( (249 Excellents x 5) + (49 Goods x 4) + (7 Satisfactorys x 3) + (1 Poors x 2) + (2 Very Poors x 1) ) ÷ 308 Ratings = 4.76

  • 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 Lydgate Lodge is based on 26 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 64 registered maximum number of service users is 12.8, which has been reached with 26 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: 4 Jul 2019

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Good

  • 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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Meet the Team (5)

Anna

Anna Chan

Job Title: Home Manager

Joined: 2022

Anna joined the Ideal Care Homes team in 2022. She has worked in the care industry for over 17 years having various roles from Care Assistant to now Home Manager. She has achieved a Level 5 in Adult Social Care and has also spent some time working for the Red Cross in Poland.


Anna has a great understanding and appreciation for all roles within the care sector and brings a wealth of knowledge to the team.


Anna enjoys getting to know each resident and their families, building meaningful relationships and really making a difference in people's lives.


Nicola

Nicola Sutton

Job Title: Front of House Manager

Joined: 2017

"My passion has always been people and I’m privileged to be able to support the families and their loved ones into our Home"


Rachel

Rachel Stephenson

Job Title: Care Manager

Joined: 2024

Rachel is the Care Manager at Lydgate Lodge.


Verity

Verity Taylor

Job Title: Regional Director

Joined: 2019

Verity Taylor is the Regional Director of Lydgate Lodge, as well as our other Homes in the West Yorkshire region.


Zoe

Zoe Mortimer

Job Title: Lifestyle Manager

Joined: 2022

Zoe Mortimer is the Lifestyle Manager at Lydgate Lodge.