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Nelson Lodge care home, Eaton Socon

Whinfell Close, Eaton Socon, St Neots, Cambridgeshire, PE19 8AB

01480 479100

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Welcome to Nelson Lodge

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A warm welcome

Find out about making an enquiry and how we ensure a warm and friendly welcome to all new residents.

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Nelson Lodge in Eaton Socon, St Neots is a contemporary residential care home set in modern and comfortable surroundings. Meticulously finished to a very high standard, Nelson Lodge offers first class residential care and facilities with en-suite rooms for up to 64 residents, in a light, spacious and elegant setting.

At Anchor, we have a long history of caring for older people and we put our residents at the heart of everything we do. In times of uncertainty, Anchor is a care provider you can depend on. We are proudly not-for-profit with 60 years of experience. Nelson Lodge is the result of this approach, carefully conceived with all our experience and passion, to meet the needs and expectations of the next generation of older people.

Our dedicated service, combined with Nelson Lodge’s luxurious environment and facilities, allow our residents to live a full, rich and meaningful life in the company of supportive, like-minded people.

If you are looking for a home for yourself or a loved one, why not find out more about what Nelson Lodge has to offer.

Care quality commission
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20 Mar 2021
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The service at Nelson Lodge is performing very well

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Was made to feel very welcome and supported by all of the staff and residents.

Doris C

25 Apr 2025

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Our Mum had to move into Nelson Lodge following the sudden death of our Dad about 6 months ago. She has dementia and needs 24 hour care now. I am so pleased with the care she is getting and the communication to me and my brothers. This care home is so warm and welcoming and mum has been involved in so many activities. She has settled really well an… d the staff really know Mum and recent care, concerning seizures, has been exemplary.

Catherine W

27 Mar 2025

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My mum has been at Nelson Lodge for just over a year. I cannot speak highly enough of the loving care she receives. Nothing is too much trouble and there is always happy residents in all areas of the home. I would recommend Nelson Lodge to anyone I am their biggest supporter.

Leigh V

11 Mar 2025

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Nelson Lodge staff are all amazing, approachable, great with residents and very caring. Plenty of things to do for residents that can.

Linda I

11 Mar 2025

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Dad is well looked after by friendly, caring staff. He always seems happy, clean, etc. There are a range of activities going on.

W W

06 Mar 2025

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My experience of Nelson Lodge is excellent. Very good caring staff, always friendly and cheerful. Very good facilities, especially the bathroom. Always clean. The food is generally good, with a good choice. Also, snacks and drinks throughout the day. I would like to see my mother join in more when activities are available.

D T

05 Mar 2025

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My mother's service went ahead yesterday, and as you might well imagine, it was quite an emotional occasion. What really helped were the number of Nelsons Lodge care staff who attended. It was clear to us all that, just by their attendance, my mum, our Nan and great nan, was indeed very much loved, and that realisation brought much needed warmth… in our hearts, on what was such a cold day. Some years ago, when we selected Nelson's Lodge for my mother's care, we really had no concept of the quality of care she would receive. We have often reflected on this, and whilst I doubt we would see kindness as a criteria on a CV, it is clear to us that you and your staff went the extra mile in making the final years of my mother's life as good as it could ever be. For this, we are most grateful.

Valerie C

03 Mar 2025

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Features of Nelson Lodge

Communal facilities

Shared facilities complementing each private residence:

  • Engaging activities programme
  • Garden
  • Communal lounge
  • Hobby / craft room
  • Hairdressing salon

Care and support

In addition to residential care, we also offer:

  • Respite care
  • Huntington's disease
  • Dementia care
  • Parkinson's disease
  • Personalised care plans

Food and dining

We promote wellbeing through a positive dining experience:

  • Communal dining area
  • Nutrition and hydration stations
  • Private dining area

Life at Nelson Lodge

You’ll always find plenty to do at Nelson Lodge, with a host of daily leisure activities for you to take part in.

Quiet areas and spacious en-suite rooms ensure peace and privacy when you want it. We adopt a ‘pets welcome’ policy by arrangement with the home manager.

A hair and beauty salon, tea room, lounges and quiet spaces are all at hand. On warm days take a stroll in the landscaped gardens and enjoy the peaceful setting. Or simply enjoy a break at one of the outdoor seating areas.

Nelson Lodge is close to the Cross Keys shopping centre and leisure centre. There are also a wide range of local amenities close by including:
• Shops at the Cross Keys shopping centre are two miles away
• Leisure centre, which includes swimming pool and gym is three miles away
• St Neots train station is three miles away
• Papworth Hospital and Hinchingbrooke Hospital are both 10 miles away
• Cinema is two miles away.

Nelson Lodge offers a warm, safe and friendly environment, with facilities to make you feel at home in our care.

Nelson Lodge is purpose built with care in mind and offers a wide range of features and facilities designed with the very latest technology and to Anchor’s exacting specifications:

• DVD players and flat screen TVs in every bedroom
• Fridge in every room and lockable drawers
• Free WiFi throughout the home
• Flat screen TVs and DVD players in some lounges
• Well decorated, tasteful interior design
• Dining room and lounge on every floor
• Quiet lounges and seating areas
• Hair and beauty salon
• Tea room
• Engaging events and activities
• Beautiful landscaped gardens with outdoor seating areas
• Some ground floor rooms with patio doors.

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At Nelson Lodge we make the most of meal times.

Anchor has won national recognition for the quality of its food and catering service. And with dining areas on each floor, you don’t have far to go to enjoy each mealtime.
All our menus offer freshly cooked, wholesome, appetising and nutritionally balanced food with a different choice every day. We’ll get to know your likes and dislikes, catering for any special dietary requirements so that you enjoy all of the meals we serve.

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You’ll always find plenty to do at Nelson Lodge. With a host of leisure activities for you to take part in, our home has a great community feel where people engage with their fellow residents, families and friends, and continue doing all the things they usually enjoy in a supportive environment.

With social events in the home and the community arranged in collaboration with residents, you can make your life at Nelson Lodge a hive of activity or as gentle as you wish.

Favourite activities, personal interests and ability are discussed when you move in and using this information helps us create a stimulating events and activities calendar matching individual residents’ interests and needs.

Nelson Lodge - Activities

Activities calendar

Day Morning Lunch Afternoon Evening
Monday Knit & natter Luncheon club Coffee afternoon Pamper session
Tuesday Sing-a-long Luncheon club Arts & crafts Quiz
Wednesday Gardening Luncheon club Games afternoon Card games
Thursday Hairdresser Luncheon club Entertainment afternoon (monthly) Dominoes
Friday Keep fit class Fish & chip lunch One-to-one chit chat Film club
Saturday Reminiscence activities Luncheon club Scrabble Bingo
Sunday Coffee morning Luncheon club Jigsaw puzzles Games evening

Health

Because each of us is unique, we encourage you to choose how your care is planned and delivered at Nelson Lodge. We work closely with you and your family, to build a personal picture of your needs. Little things can make a big difference, so we always strive to understand what is important to you. We call it person centred care because it’s built around you or your loved one and their preferences. It’s there to help you settle in really quickly, with regular reviews to keep things up-to-date.

Dedicated staff ensure care, support and understanding is tailored to your exact needs. They will ensure that you continue to enjoy maximum independence and 24-hour peace of mind, knowing that all the help and assistance you might need is always at hand.
All carers employed by Anchor are given intensive training and are required to complete NVQ qualifications and a range of in-house courses to assure you of the best possible care.

We provide high quality care and support for residents living with dementia by treating them as individuals. All of our employees are trained and supported by our dedicated dementia team to ensure residents feel valued and able to live life to the full. Ever ready to offer support to family and friends via access to information and advice, their approach respects the uniqueness of each person rather than focusing on the diagnosis of dementia.

Pricing information

We endeavour to be completely transparent about all our charges and fees. For further information please contact us.

How much does it cost?

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Our current private weekly fee at Nelson Lodge is from £1,550. This can vary due to resident dependency, size of room and location. Our Home Manager and other colleagues will be happy to discuss fees and any other questions you may have about paying for care.

What is included in care home fees?

For many people, moving to a care home is a big decision and it can be difficult to know where to start. Care home fees are based on a range of factors, including specific care needs, which can change over time.

Living in an Anchor care home you can be confident that a single fee covers the cost of your personally tailored 24 hour care and support, utility bills and meals, as well as a fantastic range of daily activities. In an Anchor care home our weekly charge includes:
- cost of personal care
- accommodation
- utilities e.g. heating and light
- all resident catering, meals, snacks and drinks
- laundry undertaken on the premises
- television licence, including for person use
- housekeeping services.

The following extra items and services are not covered by the weekly fees, however we can arrange for them to be provided (at an additional cost):
- professional hairdressing
- personal copies of newspapers or magazines
- personal purchases such as stationery, confectionery, toiletries etc.
- clothing, shoes and slippers
- dry cleaning
- private telephone line rental and calls and cable connections.

In the absence of free provision by the NHS, we can also arrange for the following healthcare services to be provided, these will be charged in addition to the weekly fees:
- chiropody
- optometry
- dentistry
- physiotherapy
- other privately arranged healthcare
- care staff accompaniment to regular medical appointments.

No upfront deposit is required at any of Anchor’s care homes to secure a room.

At Anchor we pride ourselves on offering a truly tailored approach to care and therefore need to fully understand your needs to provide you with an accurate fee estimate. Please call us to discuss your specific care needs today. Alternatively we welcome you to visit us to discuss your situation face-to-face.

Want more information on care home fees?

Learning about the different funding options available to you can also help you feel confident in your decisions. Anchor know that securing care home funding can sometimes appear a rather daunting task and so to help we have put together a free guide covering requesting assistance, top up fees and third-party payments.

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20 May 2025

Yesterday, marked the start of Dementia Awareness Week, and here at Nelson Lodge we are extremely proud to provide person-centred care for people living with dementia, making it possible for them to continue doing the things they love in a caring and supportive environment✨

Throughout our home, we tailor our activities and adapt to individuals capabilities, interests and needs. From a walk in the garden, physical exercise, a light pamper, pairing up socks, a puzzle, board game, or simply a cup of tea with friends, all can enhance well-being and provide a sense of purpose and enjoyment🙌🏻

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Nelson Lodge Twitter post
15 May 2025

An extraordinary visit from Chris at ZooLab last week, who had some of our residents face their fears, with his inspiring animals from spiders, snakes and geckos🕷️

Extreme bravery was had, whilst Chris filled us with knowledge and fascinating facts about each exotic visitor 🐍

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Nelson Lodge Twitter post
14 May 2025

A big Happy Birthday to our Audrey, who is a fantastic 98 today!✨
Audrey has spent the day with her family, tucking into a beautiful lunch at the local pub, before enjoying a cup of tea with friends🤍

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Nelson Lodge Twitter post
14 May 2025

We have had the most wonderful afternoon aboard the Ladybird Boat Trust, splicing the mainbrace in the sunshine, whilst celebrating Isobel’s birthday with birthday cake and life aboard with residents of Nelson Lodge✨

We saw herons, a terrapin, oyster catchers, Canadian geese, horses, paddle boarders and other river users and locals who gave a jolly wave 👋🏼

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Sara Thomson appointed as Interim Chief Risk Officer for Anchor
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13 May 2025

Sara Thomson appointed as Interim Chief Risk Officer for Anchor

Anchor is delighted to welcome Sara Thomson as Interim Chief Risk Officer (CRO).

Shaping a career in care: The role and responsibilities of the Service Improvement team
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13 May 2025

Shaping a career in care: The role and responsibilities of the Service Improvement team

Asa Johnson is Anchor’s National Service Improvement Manager and leads a team of Service Improvement Advisors. In his blog, he shares how he came into the role and his day-to-day responsibilities.

The importance of personalised dementia care
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12 May 2025

The importance of personalised dementia care

Asa Johnson, our Service Improvement Manager, shares his expert view on personalised dementia care in a featured article on the Care Choices website.

Nelson Lodge Twitter post
11 May 2025

Yesterday, we held our VE Day garden party, to celebrate the 80th anniversary, of Victory in Europe!🇬🇧

We were joined by Rachel Hill Music who covered some of the songs that lifted the spirits, united nations, and soundtracked the unforgettable celebrations in 1945✨

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Nelson Lodge Twitter post
9 May 2025

A nice trip down to The Waggon and Horses for a tipple, whilst the sun poked between the clouds ☀️
A change of scenery is always so beneficial for our residents, as well as bonding with others from different lounges✨

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Nelson Lodge Twitter post
8 May 2025

Today, we took part in the 2 minute silence across the nation, to remember the end of the Second World War in Europe 🇬🇧

We then started preparing for our VE Day Party, with flag making and listening to 1940’s music, whilst sharing stories and memories with those who lived through it🎵

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How Extra Care helped one resident gain back their independence
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7 May 2025

How Extra Care helped one resident gain back their independence

Hear from Mick, one of our residents, about how moving to Anchor Extra Care Housing helped him regain his independence after a brain injury.

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1 May 2025

Congratulations to our Janet - care assistant, and her little puppet friends, who were awarded ‘Employee of the Month’ for April👏🏼

These nominations come from our residents, friends and family to show recognition to those who have gone that extra mile! ✨

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Marking the 80th anniversary of VE Day
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1 May 2025

Marking the 80th anniversary of VE Day

8 May 2025 sees the 80th anniversary of VE Day, an international celebration of the arrival of peace in Europe and an important moment for Anchor's residents and colleagues. Read more.

Nelson Lodge Twitter post
1 May 2025

We love seeing a smile ✨

Matt's Miller Magic joined us for another fantastic performance, alongside the trombone 🎵

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Nelson Lodge Twitter post
25 April 2025

Pens up, eyes down 👀
Nothing like a bit of Bingo to finish up our afternoon!💥
Congratulations to our winners, Marion, Liz, Jean, Audrey and Pauline✨

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We are offering you an opportunity to receive 4 weeks care for the price of 3 weeks when you move into one of our participating care homes on a short stay basis. Click here to find out more and read the full details of the terms and conditions of this offer.

We pride ourselves on making sure we understand your loved one – their likes and dislikes, hopes and passions – so you can be sure they enjoy a special and lasting welcome at Anchor. Because your loved ones are our loved ones.

To start your enquiry simply click 'Enquire now' at the top of the page and either call us or complete an online enquiry form.

We’ll provide you with full details of the home, along with any other information you’d like, such as sample menus and activity schedules.

Whether you’re looking to stay with us permanently, or for a short break, we’d be delighted to take you on a show round of the home in person. Simply book a visit with the home manager once you’ve made your enquiry.

If you or your loved one doesn’t live nearby or are unable to visit in person we can provide a virtual show round. Either way, we’re keen to show you what daily life is like here and for you to meet our friendly team.

We hope you decide, following your visit, that you or your loved one would like to move into the home, in which case we’ll organise a pre-assessment to make sure we can meet all your care needs.

Our friendly onsite team will discuss every area of moving-in with you in detail to make sure you and your loved-one know exactly what to expect and feel confident, safe and welcomed when coming to live with us.

Before you move in, we will find out if there are any of your possessions that you wish us to place in your room before you arrive. Please bring your family photographs and most treasured possessions to help make your room your home.

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We understand how important visits are for everyone and we welcome regular visits from family and friends. We also actively support our residents to enjoy visits away from the care home.

Each of our homes is different and the manager of the care home you’re interested in will provide all the information you need around visiting.

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Whinfell Close, Eaton Socon, St Neots, Cambridgeshire, PE19 8AB

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