Manor Lodge Care Home

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8 Portland Avenue
Exmouth
Devon
EX8 2BS

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Care Type Care Home
Care Category Residential | Dementia | Respite
Availability Yes
Regulator's Rating Good
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Meet The Manager

Julie Robinson is Registered Manager at Manor Lodge Care Home.

With 16 years of experience in the care industry, I am the Registered Manager at Manor Lodge Care Home, where I’m privileged to lead a dedicated team in providing exceptional care to our residents.

I believe in leading by example and always striving to create an environment where both residents and staff feel valued, respected, and supported. Over the years, I have gained extensive experience across a variety of care settings, including dementia care, end-of-life care, learning disabilities, and mental health services.

My leadership approach is hands-on and focused on continuous improvement. I take pride in my ability to effectively manage people, balancing the needs of both staff and residents while ensuring high standards of care. 

I am deeply committed to improving the quality of life for Service Users and ensuring that they receive care that is respectful, compassionate, and tailored to their individual needs.

Manor Lodge is set in the Avenues area of Exmouth close to the town and seafront. Winners of the ‘Health Provider of the Year’ at the Exmouth Business Awards in 2013, 2015 and 2023, the home is proud to offer high quality care and support to their residents and the local community.

Manor Lodge has seen significant growth over the years, originally offering residence for 16, the team are now able to care for up to 38 male and female clients over the age of 50. Residents benefit from cosy but modern bedrooms as well as spacious communal areas where they can relax and enjoy socialising. Boasting half an acre of landscaped gardens, residents can also enjoy their time outside, the home has even won ‘Exmouth in Bloom’ for two years running for their fantastic gardens.

The team work hard to ensure residents feel happy in their new home, with superb facilities as well as high quality care, residents are encouraged to live an independent and comfortable lifestyle in a place where they feel safe and secure.


Care Options We Can Provide
Support For Companionship, Complex Care, Convalescence, Daily Respite Care, End of Life, High Dependency, Independent Living, Palliative, Personal care, Support for Couples.
Disability Support Bed Bound, Hearing Impairment, Physical Disability, Physically Frail, Requires Hoist , Speech Impairment, Visual Impairment, Walking Frame, Wheel Chair Bound.
Medication By Mouth, Electronic Medication Management.
Nursing Specialisms Diabetes, Parkinson's Disease.
Type Of Dementia Mild Dementia, Moderate Dementia.
Dementia Specialisms Alzheimer's.
Respite Care Yes

Autumna has invited care providers to evidence the infection control measures they are carrying out, above and beyond those laid out by the government, in order to keep residents, staff and visitors safe.

What we're doing to keep residents & visitors safe

We are working within the government guidelines to help protect our staff and clients.

Infection Control Initiatives in place
safe-tick Air Filtration & Purification We are using air filtration and/or air purification devices within our care setting.
safe-tick Independent Assessments We have been independently assessed in our approach to infection control.
safe-tick Infection Control Training Our staff are trained to use measures which prevent and control infections.
safe-tick Sterilisation & Disinfection Devices We are using sterilisation and/or disinfection devices within our care setting.
safe-tick Virus Testing We are testing for viral infection when symptoms present within our care setting.
Infection Prevention & Control (IPC) - Regulator’s Assessment
In response to the coronavirus pandemic, regulators have assessed the preparedness of care providers in relation to infection prevention and control. Details of the regulator’s latest findings can be found below.
Regulator: CQC
safe-tick Policies The provider assured the regulator that its infection prevention and control policy was up to date.
safe-tick Testing The provider assured the regulator that it was accessing testing for people using the service and staff.
safe-tick Use of PPE The provider assured the regulator that it was using personal protective equipment effectively and safely.
View the provider’s latest Inspection Reports.
Connectivity for resident testing, monitoring & communications

Infection control and the safety of both residents and staff often requires quarantine measures and the isolation of care home residents. To test, monitor and allow residents to communicate with relatives, the prevalence of room-level connectivity within the home is becoming increasingly relevant.

Wireless Internet access (WiFi)

Yes, our care home has WiFi in all our resident’s rooms.

Mobile Phone Network Coverage (mobile “signal”)

The Care Organisation has not indicated availability

Telephone for external calling

The Care Organisation has not indicated availability

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Minimum Age
55

Our Building and Facilities

The home is situated on half an acre of landscaped gardens. Our top-floor rooms offer a stunning landscape sea view of Exmouth Beach, providing a tranquil and serene experience for our residents


Manor Lodge Wins Exmouth in Bloom 2024 Award for the Second Year Running!

🌼 We are thrilled to announce that one of our star residents has won the prestigious Exmouth in Bloom award for the second consecutive year! 🌼

This incredible achievement reflects our resident’s unwavering dedication and passion for gardening, which has kept the grounds of our care home in pristine condition. His exceptional efforts have been recognised by the Royal Horticultural Society (RHS), and we couldn't be more grateful for his contributions.

His hard work has not only beautified our home but has also brought joy to fellow residents and everyone who visits.

We salute our star resident for his commitment to making our home a blooming success! 🌺✨

Is Our Home Purpose Built
Yes

How Many Floors We Have
3

Who Owns Our Building
Private

Communal Rooms
Activities Room, Dining Rooms, Sitting Rooms, TV Lounges.

What Else Do We Provide
Assisted Bathroom, Chiropodist, Hairdressers, Lift, Smoking Area.

Our Garden
Communal Garden, Communal Patio, Private Garden(s), Scenic Views, Seating, Secure Garden, Vegetable Plot, Wheelchair Friendly Access.

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Description

Manor Lodge now provides care for up to 38 male and female clients from modern well- equipped rooms. Your room is your own private space and we’d love you to make it as homely and comfortable as possible. So, why not bring your treasured personal mementos and furniture with you to give it that familiar feeling?


Whatever your preference you’ll find all the rooms to your satisfaction and some come with private ensuite facilities to ensure your complete privacy.


If you like keeping up with the latest news, we will be happy to purchase your choice of daily newspaper on your behalf, and you can of course have your own TV to watch in your room whenever you want. Keeping in contact with friends and relatives from the comfort of your room couldn’t be easier too, as we will happily install your own private phone line, if required (chargeable at standard BT rates).


About Our Rooms
Number Of Rooms 38

Type Of Room
Single Room.

Room Features
Furnished, Step Free Access.

Room Facilities
Internet Access, Telephone Point, Wifi.

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Funding Types
Local Authority Devon
Region South West
We Accept Self-Funding Clients Yes
We Accept Local Authority Funding Yes
We Accept NHS Continuing Healthcare Yes
We Accept Local Authority funding with a Third Party Top-Up Yes

Choice Dining Logo

Choice Dining is a food-focused accreditation designed to give care-seekers like yourself the ability to consider and compare the dining experience within different care settings.

To be awarded the Choice Dining badge, a care home will have committed to delivering exceptional dining experiences with a strong focus on preference, individuality, hygiene and the environment. You can explore the specifics of all participating homes in the tab below to learn more about the food on offer, how it is served and presented and what they’re doing to cater for your personal taste. Find out more about Choice Dining.

Styles of Food Pink tick icon Pureed Pink tick icon Vegetarian
Dining Locations Pink tick icon Bedroom Dining Pink tick icon Lounge/Diner
Hospitality Pink tick icon Guests are welcome for dinner (Covid permitting)

The preparation, nutritional value and presentation of food.

Pink tick icon Attractive drinks and adaptive cups/glasses are available and accessible where needed.


Pink tick icon Individual dietary needs are person centred.


Pink tick icon Meals reflect the nutritional needs of the residents.


Pink tick icon Our menu is balanced.

A freedom to eat the food you want, when you want it.

Pink tick icon Residents dining in their own room have the same food options as elsewhere.


Pink tick icon Residents dining in their own room have their food presented to same standard as elsewhere.


Pink tick icon Residents have access to Dining Room.


Pink tick icon Residents have the option of dining in their own room.

Pink tick icon The best interest choices are made for residents unable to make their own choices.

Understanding the wants and requirements of every individual be it cultural, religious or dietary.

Pink tick icon Vegetarian food can be served.


Pink tick icon We can support people with Diabetes.

Delivering a respectful and quality service.

Pink tick icon Residents are given appropriate and dignified crockery / glassware and cutlery.

Pink tick icon There are no unnecessary disruptions during mealtimes.

Activities Are So Important

At Manor lodge care home we offer a wide range of activities designed to encourage residents to keep mobile and most importantly an interest in life. Activities are organised by staff for e.g. draughts, bingo, cards, quizzes, exercise activities, coffee morning in town.

We also have musicians that often visit the home.

At the rear of building there is a courtyard with a central pond feature, chicken coop, flower beds and a herb garden which are maintained by residents and staff. We also have a Christmas party, summer barbeque and other events.

Manor Lodge care home makes every effort to enable service users to attend religious services. A regular multi-denomination service is held at the home and offers holy communion if required. Service users can attend any service of their choice outside the home and transport can often be arranged for this.

Arrangements can also be made for all faiths to have pastoral visits within the home or to attend services outside.


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Activities At Home
1 to 1 Activities, Bingo, Birthday Celebrations, Board Games, Card Games, Crafts, Crosswords, Excursions, Knitting / Embroidery, Painting, Quiz Games, Religious Services, Reminiscence, Visiting Entertainment, Word Games.

Activities Outside Our Home
Local Tourist Attractions.
go green logo

The Go Green badge is designed to give care-seekers like yourself the ability to consider and compare a care home’s sustainability and green practices.

The below statements are changes that the care provider has acknowledged they have implemented towards a more sustainable future.

The operation, maintenance, and repair of a property

safe-tick Do you use LED light bulbs? Partial
safe-tick Do you use motion sensors? Yes
safe-tick Do you use sensor taps to save water? Yes
safe-tick Do you have an EPC rating? Yes
safe-tick Do you use eco-friendly cleaning products? Yes

The sourcing of goods and the landfill/recycling journey

safe-tick Do you monitor your waste? Yes
safe-tick Do you train your team on recycling practices? Yes
safe-tick Do you have systems for recycling throughout the home? Yes

Energy reduction and renewable energy usage

safe-tick Do you measure your energy consumption? Yes

Using digital rather than paper based processes

safe-tick Do you use digital payslips? Yes
safe-tick Do you use online rotas? Yes
safe-tick Do you use digital care plans? Yes
Our Pets

Residents can bring their pets.

Please speak with our home manager for further details.


Can You Bring Your Pet
Yes

How We Help With Your Pet
Feeding.

We Welcome
Birds, Cats, Dogs, Rabbits.

8 Portland Avenue
Exmouth
Devon
EX8 2BS

Regulator: CQC

Current Ratings
Overall Good
Safe Good
Well Led Good
Caring Good
Responsive Outstanding
Effective Good
Inspection Reports
Last rated 5th September 2019
Registration Date 10th July 2024
Transport
Bus Stop nearby, Car Park, Car Park on-site, Train Station nearby.

Places of Worship
Anglican Church.

Nearby Services
Bank, Church, Garden Centre, Hospital, Library, Local Walks & Bike Rides, Park, Post Office, Pub, Restaurant, Shops.

Frequently asked questions about Manor Lodge Care Home

Manor Lodge Care Home was given an overall rating of "Good" by the CQC in September 2019.
Manor Lodge Care Home provides Residential, Dementia and Respite care.
Manor Lodge Care Home has 38 rooms.
Manor Lodge Care Home is owned by Aiveda Limited.
Yes. Manor Lodge Care Home does offer Residential care.
Yes. Manor Lodge Care Home does offer Respite care.
Yes. Manor Lodge Care Home does provide care for people with Dementia.
Manor Lodge Care Home comes under Devon.
Manor Lodge Care Home accepts Local Authority clients.
Manor Lodge Care Home accepts NHS Continuing Healthcare clients.
Julie Robinson is the manager of Manor Lodge Care Home.

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