Acacia Lodge Care Home
At a Glance
The information you need to decide whether this home warrants a closer look.
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Staff warmth score
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Good to know
- Registered beds60
- SpecialismsCaring for adults over 65 yrs, Dementia, Physical disabilities
- Last inspected2023-01-12
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The Evidence
What the review data, the inspection reports, and the dementia-care evidence base tell us about this home.
What families say
Families describe a warm welcome whenever they visit, with staff who make them feel part of the community. The atmosphere feels relaxed and friendly, with residents often found socialising together in the communal areas. People notice how their loved ones have settled in and made genuine friendships with other residents.
The eight family priority themes
- Staff warmth72
- Compassion & dignity72
- Cleanliness70
- Activities & engagement65
- Food quality65
- Healthcare68
- Management & leadership68
- Resident happiness70
What inspectors found
Inspected 2023-01-12
Is this home safe?
Is the care effective?
The Effective domain was rated Good at the October 2022 inspection. This domain covers training, care planning, healthcare access, nutritional care, and whether staff have the knowledge to support people living with dementia. The published summary does not include specific examples of care plan content, training records, or healthcare arrangements. No concerns were identified.Is this home caring?
The Caring domain was rated Good at the October 2022 inspection. This domain covers staff warmth, dignity, respect, and whether residents are supported to maintain independence. The published summary does not include inspector observations of staff interactions, quotes from residents or relatives, or examples of how dignity is protected in practice. No concerns were identified in this domain.Is the home responsive?
The Responsive domain was rated Good at the October 2022 inspection. This domain covers activities, individual engagement, complaint handling, and end-of-life care. The published summary does not include any specific examples of the activity programme, individual engagement for people unable to join groups, or how the home responds to residents' changing preferences. No concerns were identified.Is the home well-led?
The Well-led domain was rated Good at the October 2022 inspection. A registered manager (Miss Collette Adele Gardiner) and a nominated individual (Mrs Natasha Southall) are named in the registration record, indicating a formal leadership structure. The published summary does not include detail about governance processes, staff culture, or how the home responded to the decline from its previous Outstanding rating. No concerns were identified in this domain.
Source: CQC inspection report →
What the evidence base says
Acacia Lodge provides specialist dementia care alongside support for physical disabilities. The team cares for adults over 65, with experience adapting their approach to different needs. For residents living with dementia, the team works to maintain social connections and meaningful daily routines. Staff understand how to support people through different stages of dementia while preserving their dignity and sense of self. All areas worth probing directly during a visit.
The DCC Verdict
Our editorial view, built from the three lenses: what families tell us, what inspectors record, and how the home sits against good dementia-care practice.
DCC Family Score
Acacia Lodge Care Home was rated Good across all five domains at its October 2022 inspection, which gives families a reasonable level of confidence, but the published report contains very limited specific detail, so scores reflect general positive findings rather than strong confirming evidence.
Homes in North West typically score 68–82.The three-lens summary
What families tell us
Families describe a warm welcome whenever they visit, with staff who make them feel part of the community. The atmosphere feels relaxed and friendly, with residents often found socialising together in the communal areas. People notice how their loved ones have settled in and made genuine friendships with other residents.
What inspectors have recorded
The leadership team has created a culture where staff pay attention to individual needs and preferences. Team members show genuine care in their daily interactions with residents, taking time to understand what matters to each person. While one family did experience some administrative challenges, the overall approach to care remains consistently thoughtful and responsive.
How it sits against good practice
If you're looking for somewhere that values friendship and community as much as good care, Acacia Lodge could be worth exploring.
Worth a visit
Acacia Lodge Care Home, at 90a Broadway in Manchester, was rated Good across all five inspection domains at its most recent inspection in October 2022, with the report published in January 2023. The home cares for up to 60 adults over 65, including people living with dementia and those with physical disabilities. A named registered manager and nominated individual are in place, and the overall Good rating indicates inspectors found no significant concerns across safety, staffing, care, responsiveness, or leadership. It is worth noting that the home previously held an Outstanding rating, and this inspection represents a decline to Good. The published inspection summary is brief and does not include the level of specific detail that families most need, such as staffing numbers, observed interactions, resident or family quotes, or examples of dementia-specific practice. The decline from Outstanding to Good is worth discussing directly with the manager: ask what changed and what the home is doing to address it. On a visit, pay close attention to how staff speak to your parent, whether residents appear settled and engaged, and whether the environment looks designed for people living with dementia. Ask specifically about night staffing ratios, agency use, and how the home keeps families informed when something changes.
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In Their Own Words
How Acacia Lodge Care Home describes itself — collected from its own website. DCC has not edited or independently verified the content in this tab.
Where friendships bloom and every resident matters in Manchester
Compassionate Care in Manchester at Acacia Lodge Care Home
When families visit Acacia Lodge Care Home in Manchester, they often find their loved ones chatting with friends or joining in with activities. This care home has built a reputation for helping residents stay socially connected and engaged. The team here focuses on making sure each person feels valued and included in the life of the home.
Who they care for
Acacia Lodge provides specialist dementia care alongside support for physical disabilities. The team cares for adults over 65, with experience adapting their approach to different needs.
For residents living with dementia, the team works to maintain social connections and meaningful daily routines. Staff understand how to support people through different stages of dementia while preserving their dignity and sense of self.
“If you're looking for somewhere that values friendship and community as much as good care, Acacia Lodge could be worth exploring.”
DCC does not edit or curate content in this tab. For independently curated information, see The Evidence and DCC Verdict.
The DCC Verdict
Our editorial view, built from the three lenses: what families tell us, what inspectors record, and how the home sits against good dementia-care practice.
DCC Family Score
Acacia Lodge Care Home was rated Good across all five domains at its October 2022 inspection, which gives families a reasonable level of confidence, but the published report contains very limited specific detail, so scores reflect general positive findings rather than strong confirming evidence.
Homes in North West typically score 68–82.The three-lens summary
What families tell us
Families describe a warm welcome whenever they visit, with staff who make them feel part of the community. The atmosphere feels relaxed and friendly, with residents often found socialising together in the communal areas. People notice how their loved ones have settled in and made genuine friendships with other residents.
What inspectors have recorded
The leadership team has created a culture where staff pay attention to individual needs and preferences. Team members show genuine care in their daily interactions with residents, taking time to understand what matters to each person. While one family did experience some administrative challenges, the overall approach to care remains consistently thoughtful and responsive.
How it sits against good practice
If you're looking for somewhere that values friendship and community as much as good care, Acacia Lodge could be worth exploring.
Worth a visit
Acacia Lodge Care Home, at 90a Broadway in Manchester, was rated Good across all five inspection domains at its most recent inspection in October 2022, with the report published in January 2023. The home cares for up to 60 adults over 65, including people living with dementia and those with physical disabilities. A named registered manager and nominated individual are in place, and the overall Good rating indicates inspectors found no significant concerns across safety, staffing, care, responsiveness, or leadership. It is worth noting that the home previously held an Outstanding rating, and this inspection represents a decline to Good. The published inspection summary is brief and does not include the level of specific detail that families most need, such as staffing numbers, observed interactions, resident or family quotes, or examples of dementia-specific practice. The decline from Outstanding to Good is worth discussing directly with the manager: ask what changed and what the home is doing to address it. On a visit, pay close attention to how staff speak to your parent, whether residents appear settled and engaged, and whether the environment looks designed for people living with dementia. Ask specifically about night staffing ratios, agency use, and how the home keeps families informed when something changes.
The three questions to ask when you visitSave this home. Compare it against your shortlist.
Let our analysis show you how Acacia Lodge Care Home measures up against the other homes you’re considering. Free account.
In Their Own Words
How Acacia Lodge Care Home describes itself — collected from its own website. DCC has not edited or independently verified the content in this tab.
Where friendships bloom and every resident matters in Manchester
Compassionate Care in Manchester at Acacia Lodge Care Home
When families visit Acacia Lodge Care Home in Manchester, they often find their loved ones chatting with friends or joining in with activities. This care home has built a reputation for helping residents stay socially connected and engaged. The team here focuses on making sure each person feels valued and included in the life of the home.
Who they care for
Acacia Lodge provides specialist dementia care alongside support for physical disabilities. The team cares for adults over 65, with experience adapting their approach to different needs.
For residents living with dementia, the team works to maintain social connections and meaningful daily routines. Staff understand how to support people through different stages of dementia while preserving their dignity and sense of self.
Management & ethos
The leadership team has created a culture where staff pay attention to individual needs and preferences. Team members show genuine care in their daily interactions with residents, taking time to understand what matters to each person. While one family did experience some administrative challenges, the overall approach to care remains consistently thoughtful and responsive.
The home & environment
The home maintains high standards of cleanliness throughout, with pleasant communal spaces and well-kept private rooms. Meals offer good variety and quality that residents enjoy. Regular entertainment and activities keep days interesting, from structured programmes to more casual social time.
“If you're looking for somewhere that values friendship and community as much as good care, Acacia Lodge could be worth exploring.”
DCC does not edit or curate content in this tab. For independently curated information, see The Evidence and DCC Verdict.
