0333 305 1785 ∙ enquiries@forestcare.co.uk
Caring Teams ∙ Complementary Therapies ∙ All-inclusive Fees
We are thrilled to announce that our brand-new residential care home, Elm Lodge, located near Basingstoke, opened in Autumn 2024.
As part of the Forest Care group, Elm Lodge offers residents the benefit of over 43 years of quality care experience, combined with five-star exemplary hospitality tailored to each individual’s preferences in this state-of-the-art, eco-friendly care home. Elm Lodge is a purpose-built residential care home with a person-centred approach, accommodating 60 luxury bedrooms equipped with high-end facilities, set on three acres of beautiful surroundings of landscaped grounds in the scenic Hampshire countryside, making us unique from other residential care homes in and around Basingstoke.
If living at home is isolating or if assistance is needed with everyday tasks such as washing, dressing, and eating, then residential care at Elm Lodge offers comfort and security. Respite care for a minimum period of 4 weeks is also available at Elm Lodge. If you or a loved one has a clinical nursing requirement—such as specialist medication administration (e.g., insulin injections for diabetes) then a nursing home at Forest Care is typically necessary. All Forest Care homes provide residential care, respite care and can accommodate early stages of dementia care. Four of our five homes also offer nursing care, and Holly Lodge is our specialist dementia care home.
Our highly experienced team provide 24/7 support, meeting residents’ personal care, medication, and daily needs in our purpose-built care home near Basingstoke. Our goal is to enhance the quality of life for residents by creating a safe, comfortable, and nurturing “home-from-home” environment through our care services. Residents can enjoy beautifully decorated rooms, peaceful outdoor spaces, nutritious home-cooked meals, and a variety of meaningful and engaging activities. Our reception lobby also boasts a self-playing baby grand piano – perfect for residents to sit back and enjoy the music. We foster social interaction, friendship, and independence while providing person-centred care that respects individual choices and preferences.
For new care enquiries please call 0333 305 1785 or email enquiries@forestcare.co.uk. For career enquiries please call 0333 004 0786.
Our spacious, fully furnished bedrooms at Elm Lodge come with ensuite wet rooms and offer a choice of courtyard, paddock, or countryside views. All of our luxury bedrooms are equipped with state-of-the-art facilities such as a smart TV, telephone, complimentary Wi-Fi, and a 24-hour call system, ensuring the safety of our elderly residents. The home also features a cinema, hair and beauty salon, café, restaurant, and multiple communal lounges and break-out areas, perfect for socialising and meeting new friends. Residents can also enjoy the dedicated activity room, family room, and reception area with a unique self-playing baby grand piano, creating a relaxing space to enjoy refreshments, unwind and relax.
Our all-inclusive fees cover complementary therapies like physiotherapy, chiropody, hairdressing, nail bar services, and outings in our wheelchair-accessible 12-seater vehicle. We maintain an open door policy, welcoming family and friends to visit at any time.
Outside, Elm Lodge boasts beautifully landscaped gardens, a summer house, peaceful courtyards and terraces, a gardening club and raised wheelchair-friendly planters. These tranquil spaces provide the perfect homely atmosphere and environment for residents to take a step back and enjoy nature at its best!
We actively involve families in care and activity planning to gain a personal understanding of what truly matters to each resident, their interests, life stories, and achievements. This approach helps us create a comforting, engaging and stimulating environment tailored to residents’ individual needs and preferences.
We believe that good nutrition and hydration are essential for the health and well-being of our residents at Elm Lodge. That’s why our skilled Catering Team prepares fresh, homemade meals on-site each day, using locally sourced ingredients whenever possible. We are always exploring new and innovative ways to promote healthy eating and hydration, in line with residents’ care needs.
We always accommodate specific allergy and dietary requests, including modified diets for residents with dysphagia, ensuring that meals are both visually appealing and easy to swallow. Residents can also enjoy a selection of drinks and snacks available throughout the day.
“Amazing staff lovely food and a lovely place to stay.” Alan, Resident at Elm Lodge, Carehome.co.uk
“I have enjoyed my time here. The staff here have been kind and always helpful. The food was lovely. I would recommend anyone to stay here.” Michael, Resident at Elm Lodge, Carehome.co.uk
“Most enjoyable stay.” Winifred, Resident at Elm Lodge, Carehome.co.uk
With over 16 years of experience in the care sector, Kara – our home manager at Elm Lodge, is a seasoned leader of our team. She previously managed a 78-bed residential home for 14 years before joining Forest Care in 2024.
“It is a pleasure and a privilege to lead the team at Elm Lodge to provide the highest quality of care for our residents. We have a beautiful, state-of-the-art care home in the heart of a wonderful community in Hartley Wintney, and it is my passion to create a home that becomes a valued part of that community.”
Choosing to live in a nursing home is a very hard emotional decision for everyone involved. The right time to go into residential care can vary on the lifestyle of the person, and their ability to manage day to day tasks. Such tasks can include managing with mental health, hygiene and personal care.
If life is starting to look lonely, difficult and unhealthy then residential care in a home can help with companionship and all-around 24/7 care, in a friendly environment.
Reach out to our team to discuss your needs and whether our luxury care home near Basingstoke or one of our other homes would be a good fit for your needs.
We highly recommend you take the time to see the care home, discuss with our team and then let yourself make the decision on what is right for you. To choose a good care home you will be on the lookout for something that feels personal and a place that offers exquisite care.
The first thing to understand is whether the care home offers the type of care needed for you.
We encourage everyone to watch our virtual tours and book a visit to the care home before making a decision.
Our care home Holly Lodge located in Frimley, Surrey is an award-winning care home that specialises in dementia care.
We encourage people of different stages of dementia to reside in our home. Our activities and facilities are tailored to suit the needs of people who require that extra level of care, and with our dedicated staff team, we can provide residents with personalised long-term specialist dementia care. With our 24/7 on-site nurses, we can give dementia patients the full attention they require.
Explore Holly Lodge care home here.
