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South Lodge
South Lodge, London Road, Retford, DN22 7JJ — Care Home
Care Quality Commission (CQC) assessment
How South Lodge was rated
Rating published 22/06/2022. Read the full inspection report.
- 6 bedsRegistered capacity
- NottinghamshireCouncil for care funding
- 01909 506678Care home's own number
- Autism East MidlandsOperator
- 2nd July 2020Registered since
- Autism East MidlandsRegistered provider
Care offered
Care types at South Lodge
South Lodge is a Care Home in Retford, Nottinghamshire, offering Residential and Learning Disability care.
South Lodge was registered with the Care Quality Commission in July 2020. It is run by Autism East Midlands, a registered charity (charity number 517954). Autism East Midlands runs 8 care homes in England registered with CQC.
CQC registers the home to care for younger adults and people with learning disabilities or autism.
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Support and specialisms
Support for
Disability support
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0800 368 8558Lines open 8am–10pm, seven days a week See all questionsWhat rating has South Lodge been given by the regulator?
The Care Quality Commission rated South Lodge "Good" overall, in its most recent report, published June 2022.
What types of care does South Lodge provide?
South Lodge provides Residential and Learning Disability care.
How many beds does South Lodge have?
South Lodge is registered for 6 beds with the Care Quality Commission.
Who runs South Lodge?
South Lodge is run by Autism East Midlands, a registered charity (charity number 517954). The provider runs 8 care homes in England registered with the Care Quality Commission.
When was South Lodge registered with CQC?
South Lodge has been registered with the Care Quality Commission since July 2020. Its provider, Autism East Midlands, has held CQC registration since October 2010.
Who does South Lodge care for?
CQC registers South Lodge to care for younger adults and people with learning disabilities or autism.
Does South Lodge provide nursing care?
No. South Lodge is registered as a care home without nursing. Its staff give personal care, and residents who need nursing are usually visited by NHS community or district nurses.
Which council covers South Lodge?
South Lodge is in the Nottinghamshire council area. The council carries out care needs assessments and decides council funding for residents who qualify.
Is live-in care an alternative to South Lodge?
For many families, yes. A live-in carer supports one person at home one-to-one in Retford, so nobody has to move. It is often the clearer choice for a couple, since one carer can support both under a single weekly fee.