Location & Access to Amenities

Bluebell Lodge, situated off Crickett's Lane in Chippenham, is a friendly residential care home for older people ( Map )

There is easy access to nearby locations such as Melksham, Calne, Corsham & Trowbridge and also, Swindon, Bath and Malmesbury via the M4/A4 and A350/A429 routes. Chippenham itself is a thriving market town of 30,000 people with a full range of amenities available in an urban setting of this size. Bluebell Lodge is close to many of these services, such as shops, a chemist, a doctor’s surgery, a public house, etc. A local bus service is available nearby on Lodge Road. And yet at the same time, Bluebell Lodge is situated in a quiet setting in Forest Lane.

Accommodation

The Home itself is a former large family house which has been tastefully refurbished and extended to accommodate our residents – whether long or short stay. All rooms are attractively furnished and en-suite. There is a lift to the first floor and there is a large garden surrounding the Home. All dietary requirements are catered for and a menu offering a choice of home-cooked food is available. Meals can be taken in the dining room or served in client's rooms, if preferred. Warm/cold drinks and snacks are available on request at any time and there is always a selection of fresh cakes with afternoon tea. Residents’ interests and hobbies are encouraged while visitors – whether family or friends – are welcome at any time.

Bluebell Lodge is a 19-bed residential care home where all rooms are en-suite with two spacious sitting rooms and a comfortable dining room. We have one double room which can accommodate a couple sharing and there is also a large respite room, both are en-suite. There is a large garden surrounding the Home which residents enjoy using.

Facilities at Bluebell Lodge include:-

• Home cooked food

• Special diets catered for - breakfast in bed if required

• Ground floor bathroom with hoist for residents safety and comfort

• All bedrooms are en-suite

• All rooms connected to modern nurse call system

• Television & telephones can be supplied in each room

• Passenger lift to first floor

• 24-hour care

• Respite care available

• Ladies & gentlemen welcome

• Hairdressing & chiropody service

• Activities programme including library service

• Local facilities include shops, chemist, doctor’s surgery, pub and near to a bus route

In addition to providing accommodation and all meals, Bluebell Lodge also supplies bed linen, towels, and a full laundry service. If any resident needs to make a visit to the doctor or dentist, for example, such trips are always accompanied by a member of staff.

Care Manager, Jean Chapman, says: "We promote dignity, choice, independence, and encourage all of our residents to lead a fulfilling life. Our residents are valued and respected regardless of their level of need"

If you would like further information on admission arrangements and fees, please contact our Care Home Manager who will be pleased to answer any questions and arrange a tour of our Home.

You are welcome to visit Bluebell Lodge to view at your convenience. Please contact us on 01249 443501.