Lydgate Lodge

Soothill Lane, Batley WF17 6EZ
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  • 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.

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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.


Lydgate Lodge Reviews (113)

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9.8

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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Review from Margaret W (Daughter of Resident) published on 14 September 2016
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

I would like to say a big THANK YOU to the management and staff for their efforts in improving Lydgate Lodge over the past three months. When I visited my mother at Lydgate Lodge she had really enjoyed her day. The residents had been baking and decorating the buns they had made and she looked so happy.
Her day got even better when it was her turn (all residents have a turn) to enjoy a special meal. It was 'steak night' and the kitchen staff and staff had gone to great lengths to make it special, complete with an entertainer. The cafe had been turned into a restaurant and when I left they were enjoying a shandy and a good laugh. Management and staff are really working hard to make life good at Lydgate with many activities. I drove home with a big smile on my face that said, thank you.

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Review from Irene S (Resident) published on 4 April 2016
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

I have enjoyed my experience here so far. All the carers are lovely and I am well looked after. We get well fed. All the rooms are nice and they get looked after.

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Review from C H (Daughter of Resident) published on 3 April 2016
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 3.0 out of 5

More stimulation is required for residents as a lot of the time they are sat about sleeping. They could do with more cleaning operations. More eye to details, the staff try really hard.

Reply from Helen Chermside, Customer Service Executive at Lydgate Lodge

Thank you for taking the time to review Lydgate Lodge. Ideal Carehomes appreciates all feedback about our homes and activities within our homes have recently been reviewed. Due to the new activities schedule the residents are very active, however, some do like to take a power nap, as is their choice. As with any visitor to the home, we recognise that they only see a very small window as to what is happening at any given time and so invite people to spend the day with us, enjoy a meal and partake in activities so that they get a real ‘flavour’ as to what daily life is about. With regards the cleaning activities, some of our residents enjoy daily chores such as hoovering their rooms, dusting, washing up and preparing drinks, and we support them to do so, if they wish. Our manager at Lydgate Lodge will be in contact with you directly regarding your comments. If you would like to discuss this matter further, please feel free to contact our Customer Services team on 0113 385 3570.


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Review from G P (Daughter of Resident) published on 1 April 2016
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

The new manager has made a big difference to Lydgate, the atmosphere is much better and seems more homely. The home is much brighter and seems livelier. Any issues that arise I know that they will be dealt with in a caring professional way, and that I can trust the manager to have my mothers best interests
at heart.
It is a big relief to know that my mum is in good hands. I know it is still early days but I am sure Lydgate is going to be one of the best homes in Yorkshire, if not the UK. Thanks to everyone for making my mum's 100th birthday such a success.

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Review from V M L (Mother of Resident) published on 24 March 2016
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My son had a comfortable stay and would recommend to others.

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Review from Bernie C (Partner of Resident) published on 18 March 2016
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

After checking various homes in the local area. I was very impressed on my first visit to Lydgate Lodge. I arranged respite for my partner and that has turned into permanent residency. The building is very spacious and airy in all areas, very clean and no smells as in most care homes. The staff are
very friendly, caring and also very professional. I don't think I could find a better place to cater for my partners needs. I am so pleased I found Lydgate Lodge.

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Review from P A (Daughter-in-law of Resident) published on 17 March 2016
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Great support between staff and residents, friendly, homely atmosphere. Mum really enjoys it here immensely.

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Review from June C (Niece of Resident) published on 17 March 2016
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

The overall standard of care is extremely good and the carers are excellent. However there is sometimes a lack of attention to detail, eg. call button, telephone, books and magazines left out of reach/ out of sight of residents who are immobile.
This hasn't, thankfully, caused a problem so far as we
are aware, but could potentially. Communication could be better but this matter seems to be in hand under the new manageress.
Likewise, hopefully there will be an improvement in activities offered - both in variety and consistency. It would be nice if e.g activities menus, services available were communicated via the website and via newsletters etc.

Reply from Helen Chermside, Customer Service Executive at Lydgate Lodge

Thank you for taking the time to review Lydgate Lodge. Ideal Carehomes appreciates all feedback about our homes and have recently employed three Regional Activities Executives who will be tasked with assisting our homes to organise a varied range of activities including trips out for residents. We have discussed your other comments with the Home Manager who has already been in touch with you directly. If you would like to discuss this matter further, please feel free to contact our Customer Services team on 0113 385 3570.


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Review from R A (Son of Resident) published on 8 March 2016
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Great home and fantastic staff that are very caring to my mother. Always a smile and welcome and available to discuss anything with you. We have noticed a big change since October 2015 and the atmosphere is very friendly and the staff appear much happier.
They do a great job and we feel happier knowing
mum is getting great care.

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Review from G S (Daughter of Resident) published on 19 January 2016
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

This is the first evaluation form completed since my Mum went into Lydgate, so long overdue. I have had to initiate two review meetings within this period, both of which seemed satisfactory. Generally Mum is content with everything although complains about having to wait long periods for toilet etc.
Staff seem very nice on the whole, some more attentive than others. Housekeeping not always good enough in room. Issues raised are not always dealt with or maintained and I am still flagging the same things after 2 years. All that said it is a pleasant home with a nice atmosphere. More evaluation opportunities needed.

Reply from Helen Chermside, Customer Service Executive at Lydgate Lodge

Thank you for taking the time to review Lydgate Lodge and bringing these matters to our attention. A new Home Manager has been appointed in the home who is making many positive improvements. We have discussed your comments with her and she has assured us that measures are being put in place immediately to prevent future reoccurrence of the points you raised. Ideal Carehomes has also recently employed three Regional Activities Executives who will be tasked with assisting our homes to organise a varied range of activities. We apologise that your experience has not met the high standards we set for ourselves on this occasion. If you would like to discuss this matter further, please feel free to contact our Customer Services team on 0113 385 3570.


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Review from Diane F (Relative of Resident) published on 12 January 2016
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

My relative is always happy with the care she receives at the home. The staff are always caring and considerate to the needs of people.

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Review from L P (Daughter of Resident) published on 11 January 2016
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

My mum is happier and well looked after and fed. Since moving in, staff are nice and look after her, and gets on with the other residents. The bedroom is nice and comfortable.

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Review from Elaine M (Daughter of Resident) published on 10 January 2016
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I have been highly satisfied with the care and support my father has received since his admission in October 2015. In particular the facilities, furniture, fixtures of the building are excellent. My father really enjoys the food he is provided and has put on weight! concerns I do have is the fact that
'confused' residents can wander in and our of other residents rooms, taking items that do not belong to them. I do not feel there is always enough staff members around and I have never met the manager! Communicating any issues in relation to my father is haphazard and no clear consistent process to do this.

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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.