Wilton Lodge Residential Home Care Home Radlett

CQC Overall Rating: Good
(Latest full inspection: 24 November 2023; report published 14 December 2023) Care Quality Commission+1

🏡 Accommodation & Facilities

đź©ş Care Services Offered

âś… What It Does Well

  • The “Good” rating across all five domains is a strong sign: safety, effectiveness, caring, responsiveness and leadership are all meeting the expected standards. Care Quality Commission+1
  • Staff were found to be well-trained, risk assessments are taken seriously, and there is good oversight of medicine, infection control and incident learning. Care Quality Commission
  • The environment appears well maintained, and feedback from people and relatives in the most recent inspection was positive. Care Quality Commission+2Care Sourcer+2
  • The dementia unit is accredited for dementia care. This suggests emphasis on quality dementia-friendly practice. wiltonhousecarehomes.com

âš  What to Check / Potential Drawbacks

  • Since this is residential care without nursing, if nursing or medical oversight is needed (e.g. wound care, complex medical conditions), this home may not be sufficient. Confirm what level of medical care/support is provided. Care Quality Commission+1
  • As in many homes, experiences may vary depending on which unit, which shift, or times of day (evenings/weekends). Visiting at different times will help.
  • While all bedrooms are single and most en-suite, check the exact room you are offered, since sometimes “en-suite” may vary (e.g. full bathroom vs wet-room vs just a sink + WC) or in condition.
  • Because capacity is 36, home is relatively small, which is good for atmosphere, but also means fewer staff overall — check how staffing numbers work especially during busy times or absences.
  • Cost: “Good” rated homes in this area often come with higher fees; verify what is included (meals, activities, dementia support, outings, etc.) and what extras there might be.

🌟 Resident & Family Feedback & Lifestyle

  • According to CareHome.co.uk, families describe the staff as “like a big family” and compliment the care, friendliness, and how well residents are treated. Carehome
  • The home advertises strong dementia accreditation, separate dementia care unit, which many find useful, especially for tailored dementia approaches. wiltonhousecarehomes.com
  • Amenities include garden grounds, comfortable communal areas, and activities appropriate to the residents’ needs. Care Sourcer+1

đź“ť Summary

Wilton Lodge Residential Home is a well-run care home in Shenley / Radlett with a solid “Good” CQC rating in all inspected domains as of December 2023. It suits people who want residential care (non-nursing) with dementia support, single rooms, a smaller-scale home, and good oversight and staff quality. It may be especially appealing if you prefer a home where you can get more personal care and attention, rather than a large institutional setting.

If I were advising, I’d suggest visiting in person, looking at room types, asking about current staff turnover, making sure the care matches the health/medical needs of the person, and comparing fees with similar homes nearby.