Oak Tree Lodge

Oak Tree Drive, Foundry Approach, Gipton, Leeds LS9 6BT
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9.7 73 Reviews
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Anchor's Oak Tree Lodge is located at the centre of the North Leeds community in Leeds. The home provides friendly and comfortable residential and dementia care for up to 60 residents in single rooms with en suite wet rooms. They are welcoming new residents to Oak Tree Lodge on a permanent basis and for respite care.

The home has a secure garden area, quiet lounges and a bar area for customers and their families to enjoy.

The dedicated care team takes the time to get to know the individual and works with them and their loved ones to create detailed care plans to ensure their care needs are continually met. The home provides ongoing training in dementia care for its staff to ensure their approach reflects best practice for residents.

The care team provides individual and compassionate care by getting to know their customers and their families.

Anchor is England’s largest provider of housing and care for those over 55 years of age and has 60 years of experience as a not-for-profit provider of services to older people.

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Care Provided by Oak Tree Lodge

  • Primary Care Categories
  • Dementia
  • Older Person Care
  • Respite Care
  • Care Types Provided
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Residential Care
  • For a maximum of 60 Service Users
  • Voluntary / Not for Profit Owned
  • Care Offered
  • Alzheimer's
  • Other Care Provided
  • Convalescent Care

Good to Know

  • Person in charge
  • Victoria Gudgin (Manager)
  • Admission Criteria
    • Please contact Oak Tree Lodge directly to discuss yours or your loved ones' care needs.
    • Ages 65+
  • Room Information
    • Single Rooms (60)
    • Couples/Companion Rooms (0)
    • Single Rooms with ensuite Wet Room (60)
  • Care Home Design/Build
    • Purpose Built: Yes

Funding & Fees Guide for Oak Tree 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 £1,250
    • Self-Funded Residential Dementia Care from £1,250
    • RESPITE Self-Funded Residential Care from £1,250
    • RESPITE Self-Funded Residential Dementia Care from £1,250

  • Our colleagues at Oak Tree Lodge will be happy to answer any questions you have regarding our fees and what is included in these.
  • (these prices are only a guideline, please contact Oak Tree Lodge to find out the exact price for your requirements)

Facilities

  • Close to Local shops
  • Gardens
  • Lift
  • Near Public Transport
  • Phone Point in own room
  • Smoking not permitted
  • Television point in own room
  • Visiting

  • Visitors are welcome at Oak Tree Lodge.


  • Parking

  • Onsite parking is available, including disabled spaces.


Oak Tree Lodge Reviews (73)

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Oak Tree Lodge has a Review Score of 9.7 (9.653) out of 10, based on 34 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time Oak Tree Lodge has 73 reviews.

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Review from H W (Daughter of Resident) published on 1 September 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Staff are very caring and helped my mum to have a lovely 99th birthday! A pleasant, calm atmosphere in the home.

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Review from Sally E (Daughter of Resident) published on 25 August 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My mum has lived at Oak Tree Lodge for 2 1/2 years and we have been very pleased with the care she has received. The staff are very caring, they take time to get to know the residents so they can give them the best experience possible. Staff have communicated with us regularly and when we visit we are
always made welcome.
Mum has remained content and calm in the home and I cannot thank the staff enough for the care they give her.

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Review from Sharon H (Daughter-in-law of Resident) published on 18 August 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Ever since my mother-in-law moved into Oak Tree Lodge in October 2021. She has been treated with dignity, respect and affection. Her dementia is progressing quite rapidly and she has had moments of very challenging behaviour with both residents and staff, but each incident has been has been handled
professionally by the managers and carers and I have nothing but admiration for them all. Thank you so much to all at Oak Tree for taking such good care of my mother-in-law.

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Review from A Q (Daughter of Resident) published on 14 August 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My father has just celebrated his 92nd birthday in Oak Tree Lodge. The staff could not have been more accommodating. They gave over a small room to the family so that we could make it special. They also provided tea, coffee and drinks for the children. This is just one example of the care and thoughtfulness
that the staff have shown both my father and my mother. I cannot praise them enough

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Review from Maureen F (Friend of Resident) published on 10 August 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

I've been to see my friend every week since her arrival and I've seen a big improvement in her condition. On admission, she was very upset and angry each time I came, but not she seems quiet settled and happy. A much better experience for us both.

Reply from Vicky Gudgin, Home Manager at Oak Tree Lodge

Thank you for taking the time to review Oak Tree Lodge, your feedback is very important to us. We are so happy to hear your friend has settled well and is enjoying her time with us as we appreciate that transitions are not always easy. Our team at Oak Tree Lodge will always strive to ensure our residents and families are supported throughout. If you wish to discuss anything else with me I am more than happy to do so at a mutually convenient time.


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Review from J S (Granddaughter of Resident) published on 8 August 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

Since Grandma's dementia diagnosis it's been a real worry and concern, but Oak Tree Lodge has helped support, not only Grandma, but us too.
We are very grateful for their care! They have been lovely.

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Review from Janine L (Daughter of Resident) published on 7 July 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Brilliant care given when Mum was poorly.
Family informed immediately.

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Review from Sylvia M (Daughter of Resident) published on 5 July 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My mother is coming up to a one-year anniversary at Oak Tree Lodge; she has been cared for in an amazing way. Staff love Mum and look out for her every need. She has struggled with settling, but the staff supported not only Mum but also me. We have worked together to support Mum through her settling
period. The staff are amazing and very caring.

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Review from C S (Daughter of Resident) published on 28 June 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

Not enough staff who know everything. Too many agency workers coming and going. Old people get used to people, and they don't like new people all the time.
But there are some lovely carers also.
Manager is not very good.

Reply from Vicky Gudgin, Home Manager at Oak Tree Lodge

Thank you for your review; we take feedback seriously. Staffing levels are always in line with residents’ safety and well-being, which sometimes means we need to use agency staff to ensure that we meet staffing requirements to keep Oak Tree Lodge a safe and happy place to live. Recruitment is ongoing to build a permanent staff team. If you wish to discuss anything further with me, I am more than happy to do so at a mutually convenient time.


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Review from D M (Son of Resident) published on 28 June 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

Staff great.
Facilities very good.
Garde needs attention to benefit residents.
Food and drink very good.
The staff at Oak Tree Lodge take fantastic care of Mum.

Reply from Vicky Gudgin, Home Manager at Oak Tree Lodge

Thank you for taking the time to review Oak Tree Lodge; we appreciate your feedback. We are really pleased to hear your positive comments about our staff and the food and drink we have available, and I will ensure this feedback is given to the team. If you wish to discuss your thoughts about the garden further, I am happy to do so at a mutually convenient time.


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Review from S S (Daughter of Resident) published on 27 June 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Since my mother moved into Oak Tree Lodge a few months ago, her health has improved hugely. She loves the food, and the staff are always encouraging her to eat and drink, which was previously a worry for us. She is putting on much-needed weight and is less frail than she was. The staff are excellent,
caring and friendly, even when they are clearly very busy. Visitors are always warmly welcomed, although I make sure I avoid meal times.
Originally, my mother moved in on a temporary basis to build up her strength, and she planned to return home. However, she has made friends, is very happy and comfortable and has decided to stay permanently.

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Review from Wendy G (Daughter of Resident) published on 27 June 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

A very caring home and the staff are so helpful.

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Review from L H (Daughter of Resident) published on 21 June 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My mum and dad are cared for and supported in the best way possible. All of the staff are amazing at what they do, and this makes the life of my parents and me much easier. A special note of gratitude to the deputy manager for her unwavering love and support. All of the staff on the first floor work
so hard to provide love and support, and it is very much appreciated.

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Review from Karen W (Daughter of Resident) published on 14 June 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

All the team look after my mum with great care and respect. I am always informed on every aspect of her health and well-being.
Mum is very happy, and everyone of the team is wonderful to her, me and my family. Can't thank them enough.

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Review from Lee L (Son of Resident) published on 8 November 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My Mum has been at Oak Tree Lodge since August 22. I can honestly say that I am absolutely amazed at the standard of care given to my Mum since she arrived. Every single member of staff goes above and beyond the call of duty to help and look after the residents here. The home is a modern and nicely
decorated space but what really makes it are the staff who are angels.
My mum is Jewish and from the very first day every effort was made to ensure that her cultural needs were taken care of. They even sent her a card for Jewish new year in September. I was literally blown away by this gesture. The manager and her staff are simply exceptional.
Thank you Oak Tree, our family will be forever indebted for your kindness and wonderful care given with love throughout my Mums stay.

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Review from Lesley A (Daughter of Resident) published on 19 October 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

On our first visit, we were greeted with a lovely welcoming reception area - bright, clean and fresh, and the manager was so engaging and interested in Mum and all her requirements.
Mum has been in the home for a couple of months now and has settled much better than we could have imagined. She has
a beautiful bedroom, decorated with all her personal belongings and she also enjoys being in the sunny, spacious lounge/dining area too, where she has made many friends. All areas are modern, clean and homely.
The staff are wonderful! They are so caring and interact with Mum on a very personal/individual level, which she loves. Nothing is too much trouble and they are always cheery and helpful.
Entertainment is great and Mum loves singing along with the entertainers (and often sheds a happy tear as the music evokes many happy memories).
I am so happy we found this home for Mum. It is just perfect!

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Review from Jennifer S (Daughter of Resident) published on 26 September 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My mum has been a resident at Oak Tree Lodge almost a year now, and I have found the care she receives to be absolutely excellent which has taken a great deal off my mind as I initially struggled with having to place her in a care home. However, I didn't need to worry as she settled very quickly and
the individual care she receives from the staff is fantastic. Special thanks to one staff member, but to all the staff team in general who do such a great job in what can be challenging situations. I have particularly been impressed with the way staff personally interact with the residents and are so friendly and respectful. The home is clean and welcoming and Mum likes it, and always comments on how well fed she is. My mum is also Afro-Caribbean and I too am thankful that her personal care needs are taken care of. Wonderful care home.

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Review from Stephen B (Son of Resident) published on 7 September 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Having visited other care homes over the last few years, from entering the reception the place and people are amazing, it is so clean, fresh yet homely, organised safe very well run. My mother settled immediately and already is eating the wonderful meals, she was not eating much before. Thank you to
everyone from the manager to cleaning, wonderful care home.

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Review from Patricia H (Daughter of Resident) published on 12 April 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

When we come to visit my Mam, the reception is the first part we enter and the gentleman we first see is always smiling and very polite and helpful. The carers are great, can't do enough for my Mam and us too. She is so settled and happy in which we never have to worry. They are always doing activities
and celebrate every occasion. Birthday, Christmas, Saint Patrick's day and so on. They put a lot of effort and compassion into everything they do.

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Review from J M (Husband of Resident) published on 25 February 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

Overall standard very good! Maybe laundry needs more attention.

Reply from Kirsty Fennell, Manager at Oak Tree Lodge

Thank you for taking the time to review Oak Tree Lodge and we are pleased that you rate our overall experience as very good. I’ve discussed your loved one’s laundry with our housekeeping team but if you would like to discuss this in more detail, we would be happy to do so at a mutually convenient time.


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Current Review Score: 9.7 (9.653)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.7 (9.653) out of 10 for Oak Tree Lodge is based on a) the Average Rating and b) the number of positive Reviews.

  • a) The Average Rating is 4.7 out of 5 from 34 Reviews in the last 24 months.

  • b) The score for the number of positive Reviews is 5.0 out of 5 from 34 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 4.653 for Oak Tree Lodge is calculated as follows: ( (281 Excellents x 5) + (102 Goods x 4) + (17 Satisfactorys x 3) + (1 Poors x 2) ) ÷ 401 Ratings = 4.653

  • 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 Oak Tree Lodge is based on 34 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 60 registered maximum number of service users is 12, which has been reached with 34 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: 13 Jan 2023

Overall
Requires improvement

  • Caring

    Good

  • Effective

    Good

  • Responsive

    Good

  • Safe

    Requires improvement

  • Well-led

    Requires improvement

Care Quality Commission is responsible for the registration and inspection of social care services in England.

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Bed Vacancies

2 Bed Vacancies

posted 02 Apr 2025

We currently have two vacancies for care. Please contact Oak Tree Lodge directly for further details.


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Vicky

Vicky Gudgin

Job Title: Manager

Joined: 2022

I am pleased to introduce myself as the registered Home Manager at Oak Tree Lodge care home. I have 14 years of experience of working in care homes. I began my career in care when I worked as an agency carer whilst studying Nursing at the University of Leeds. At the end of my second year of study, I was offered a permanent position by the company I had been working for.


After taking the decision to leave my nursing studies in 2011, I worked as a Senior Carer for five years. I then became Deputy Manager with Anchor in 2016 and was promoted to Home Manager a year later. I moved to Oak Tree Lodge last year and I am very proud to be Home Manager.


I am passionate about providing a high standard of care and treating our residents with respect and dignity. It is my responsibility to ensure that resident’s individual needs are met from the start of the pre-assessment to admission. I look at a dedicated team who have the relevant training to be responsible for ensuring each resident is looked after with care and compassion.