Meadow Lodge Care Ltd
At a Glance
The information you need to decide whether this home warrants a closer look.
Residential homes
Staff warmth score
of reviewers answered yes
Good to know
- Registered beds25
- SpecialismsCaring for adults over 65 yrs, Dementia
- Last inspected2021-04-16
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 how their loved ones, even those who were reluctant at first, have settled in and chosen to remain at the home. They talk about being genuinely included in care planning and receiving regular updates about their relative's wellbeing. The staff team has built up years of experience here, with many having worked at the home for a long time across care, housekeeping and office roles.
The eight family priority themes
- Staff warmth55
- Compassion & dignity55
- Cleanliness55
- Activities & engagement50
- Food quality50
- Healthcare50
- Management & leadership62
- Resident happiness55
What inspectors found
Inspected 2021-04-16
Is this home safe?
Is the care effective?
The effective domain was rated Good at the February 2021 inspection. This domain covers training, care planning, healthcare access, and nutrition. Dementia is a stated specialism, which implies staff should have relevant training, but the published report includes no detail about what training has been completed, how care plans are structured, or how the home works with GPs and other health professionals. No information about food quality, menu choice, or dietary support for people with dementia is recorded.Is this home caring?
The caring domain was rated Good at the February 2021 inspection. This domain covers staff warmth, dignity, respect, and support for independence. The published report contains no inspector observations of staff interactions, no resident quotes, and no family testimony. The Good rating indicates inspectors were satisfied, but the absence of specific evidence means this report cannot tell you how staff actually speak to or support your parent day to day.Is the home responsive?
The responsive domain was rated Good at the February 2021 inspection. This domain covers activities, individual engagement, and responsiveness to changing needs including end-of-life care. The published report includes no specific information about what activities are available, whether one-to-one engagement is offered to residents who cannot join group activities, or how the home handles end-of-life planning. Dementia is a stated specialism, so tailored individual engagement should be part of the offer.Is the home well-led?
The well-led domain was rated Good at the February 2021 inspection. The home is run by Meadow Lodge Care Limited, and Mrs Lorraine Coultas is named as both registered manager and nominated individual. Having the same person in both roles can indicate a closely held, owner-managed culture, which often supports continuity. The published report does not include any detail about staff culture, governance processes, how complaints are handled, or how the home monitors and improves quality.
Source: CQC inspection report →
What the evidence base says
Meadow Lodge provides dementia care and general support for people over 65. The home welcomes family visits with personal items and even pets, understanding how these connections matter. For residents living with dementia, the secure garden spaces allow safe outdoor access. The long-standing staff team brings continuity that can be especially reassuring for people whose memories may be fading. 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
Meadow Lodge received a Good rating across all five domains at its last inspection, which is a positive foundation. However, the published report contains very little specific detail, so scores reflect the rating rather than direct evidence of what daily life looks like for your parent.
Homes in Yorkshire & Humberside typically score 68–82.The three-lens summary
What families tell us
Families describe how their loved ones, even those who were reluctant at first, have settled in and chosen to remain at the home. They talk about being genuinely included in care planning and receiving regular updates about their relative's wellbeing. The staff team has built up years of experience here, with many having worked at the home for a long time across care, housekeeping and office roles.
What inspectors have recorded
The team here includes their loved ones' families in decisions and keeps communication flowing. When the time comes to say goodbye, families have found the staff handle everything with real dignity and respect. However, one family member has raised concerns about administrative systems being unclear, which the home may want to address.
How it sits against good practice
If you're looking for somewhere your loved one might genuinely want to call home, visiting Meadow Lodge could help you understand what makes residents choose to stay.
Worth a visit
Meadow Lodge in Goole is a 25-bed residential care home specialising in dementia and older adult care. It was rated Good across all five inspection domains at its inspection in February 2021, with that rating reviewed and maintained in July 2023. A Good rating in every domain is a genuinely positive result, and having the same registered manager, Mrs Lorraine Coultas, serving as both manager and nominated individual suggests stable leadership at the top of the home. The main uncertainty here is not about the rating but about the evidence behind it. The published inspection report is exceptionally brief and contains no specific observations, no resident or family quotes, and no detail about staffing numbers, daily activities, food, or the dementia environment. A Good rating tells you the bar was cleared in 2021, but this report cannot tell you what your parent's day would actually look like. The inspection is now over four years old. You should visit in person, ask the manager to walk you through a typical day, and use the checklist questions above to fill the gaps the report leaves open.
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In Their Own Words
How Meadow Lodge Care Ltd describes itself — collected from its own website. DCC has not edited or independently verified the content in this tab.
Where long-serving staff create genuine comfort for residents who decide to stay
Compassionate Care in Goole at Meadow Lodge Care Home
When residents who initially resist moving into care choose to stay long-term, you know something special is happening. That's the story families tell about Meadow Lodge Care Home in Goole, where a stable team has been creating this sense of belonging for years. Set in countryside surroundings, this home specialises in dementia care alongside general support for over-65s.
Who they care for
Meadow Lodge provides dementia care and general support for people over 65. The home welcomes family visits with personal items and even pets, understanding how these connections matter.
For residents living with dementia, the secure garden spaces allow safe outdoor access. The long-standing staff team brings continuity that can be especially reassuring for people whose memories may be fading.
“If you're looking for somewhere your loved one might genuinely want to call home, visiting Meadow Lodge could help you understand what makes residents choose to stay.”
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
Meadow Lodge received a Good rating across all five domains at its last inspection, which is a positive foundation. However, the published report contains very little specific detail, so scores reflect the rating rather than direct evidence of what daily life looks like for your parent.
Homes in Yorkshire & Humberside typically score 68–82.The three-lens summary
What families tell us
Families describe how their loved ones, even those who were reluctant at first, have settled in and chosen to remain at the home. They talk about being genuinely included in care planning and receiving regular updates about their relative's wellbeing. The staff team has built up years of experience here, with many having worked at the home for a long time across care, housekeeping and office roles.
What inspectors have recorded
The team here includes their loved ones' families in decisions and keeps communication flowing. When the time comes to say goodbye, families have found the staff handle everything with real dignity and respect. However, one family member has raised concerns about administrative systems being unclear, which the home may want to address.
How it sits against good practice
If you're looking for somewhere your loved one might genuinely want to call home, visiting Meadow Lodge could help you understand what makes residents choose to stay.
Worth a visit
Meadow Lodge in Goole is a 25-bed residential care home specialising in dementia and older adult care. It was rated Good across all five inspection domains at its inspection in February 2021, with that rating reviewed and maintained in July 2023. A Good rating in every domain is a genuinely positive result, and having the same registered manager, Mrs Lorraine Coultas, serving as both manager and nominated individual suggests stable leadership at the top of the home. The main uncertainty here is not about the rating but about the evidence behind it. The published inspection report is exceptionally brief and contains no specific observations, no resident or family quotes, and no detail about staffing numbers, daily activities, food, or the dementia environment. A Good rating tells you the bar was cleared in 2021, but this report cannot tell you what your parent's day would actually look like. The inspection is now over four years old. You should visit in person, ask the manager to walk you through a typical day, and use the checklist questions above to fill the gaps the report leaves open.
The three questions to ask when you visitSave this home. Compare it against your shortlist.
Let our analysis show you how Meadow Lodge Care Ltd measures up against the other homes you’re considering. Free account.
In Their Own Words
How Meadow Lodge Care Ltd describes itself — collected from its own website. DCC has not edited or independently verified the content in this tab.
Where long-serving staff create genuine comfort for residents who decide to stay
Compassionate Care in Goole at Meadow Lodge Care Home
When residents who initially resist moving into care choose to stay long-term, you know something special is happening. That's the story families tell about Meadow Lodge Care Home in Goole, where a stable team has been creating this sense of belonging for years. Set in countryside surroundings, this home specialises in dementia care alongside general support for over-65s.
Who they care for
Meadow Lodge provides dementia care and general support for people over 65. The home welcomes family visits with personal items and even pets, understanding how these connections matter.
For residents living with dementia, the secure garden spaces allow safe outdoor access. The long-standing staff team brings continuity that can be especially reassuring for people whose memories may be fading.
Management & ethos
The team here includes their loved ones' families in decisions and keeps communication flowing. When the time comes to say goodbye, families have found the staff handle everything with real dignity and respect. However, one family member has raised concerns about administrative systems being unclear, which the home may want to address.
The home & environment
The building itself isn't modern, but families say this actually helps some residents feel more at home rather than in an institutional setting. The home maintains secure garden areas where residents can enjoy the countryside views, with seating that allows supervised outdoor time. While the home may look older from the outside, families confirm it's clean and comfortable throughout.
“If you're looking for somewhere your loved one might genuinely want to call home, visiting Meadow Lodge could help you understand what makes residents choose to stay.”
DCC does not edit or curate content in this tab. For independently curated information, see The Evidence and DCC Verdict.
