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Downham Lodge is a CQC-registered residential care home based in Southsea, Hampshire. It is operated by Community Homes of Intensive Care and Education Limited.
The home provides specialist care for children and young people, adults under 65, mental health, older adults (65+). Families looking for care in these areas can contact the home directly for availability and assessments.
As a residential care home, Downham Lodge provides 24-hour personal care and support for residents who need help with daily activities such as washing, dressing, and meal times, in a safe and homely environment.
The Care Quality Commission (CQC) last inspected Downham Lodge in February 2022 and rated the service as Good overall. This means the home is performing well and meeting expectations across safety, effectiveness, care quality, responsiveness, and leadership.
Downham Lodge is located in Southsea, within the Portsmouth local authority area in South East.
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| CQC Rating | Good |
| Address | 29 St Edwards Road, Southsea, Hampshire, PO5 3DH |
| Phone | 02392 828124 |
| Website | www.choicecaregroup.com |
| Local authority | Portsmouth |
| Region | South East |
| Last inspection | 22 February 2022 |
| Provider | Community Homes of Intensive Care and Education Limited |
Is Downham Lodge registered with the CQC?
Yes. Downham Lodge is registered with the Care Quality Commission (CQC), the independent regulator of health and social care in England. You can view the official CQC profile at https://www.cqc.org.uk/location/1-3161543698
What type of care does Downham Lodge provide?
Downham Lodge provides residential homes, specialising in caring for children (0 - 18yrs), caring for adults under 65 yrs, mental health conditions, caring for adults over 65 yrs.
How do I contact Downham Lodge?
You can contact Downham Lodge by phone on 02392 828124, or visit them at 29 St Edwards Road, Southsea, Hampshire, PO5 3DH.
What is Downham Lodge's CQC rating?
Downham Lodge has been rated "Good" by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). This means the home is performing well and meeting expectations. See the full CQC inspection report at https://www.cqc.org.uk/location/1-3161543698
What are Downham Lodge's CQC domain ratings?
The CQC inspects care homes across five domains. Downham Lodge's latest published domain ratings are: Safe: Good, Effective: Good, Caring: Good, Responsive: Good, Well-led: Good.
How many care homes are in Southsea?
There are 17 CQC-registered care homes in Southsea. You can browse the full list at carehomeos.co.uk/care-homes/town/southsea.
Residential care homes provide 24-hour personal care and support for older adults or people with disabilities who are unable to live independently. Staff assist with daily activities such as washing, dressing, and meals in a homely environment.
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