Avery Lodge Residential Home, Great Yarmouth
CQC Inspection Breakdown
| Safe | Requires improvement |
| Effective | Good |
| Caring | Good |
| Responsive | Good |
| Well-led | Requires improvement |
About Avery Lodge Residential Home
Avery Lodge Residential Home is a residential care home. At the time of the inspection is was providing personal care to 14 older people with mental health issues. The service had no vacancies. It is an adapted period building with accommodation over two floors.
What residents and families say
People told us they were supported by staff who were caring, patient and listened to them.
People told us staff knew them, and their individual needs, and met those needs to their preference.
People told us they had no complaints about the service they received however, the service had processes in place should people need to raise concerns.
Source: CQC inspection report
Specialisms
About Avery Lodge Residential Home
Avery Lodge Residential Home is a residential care home located in Great Yarmouth, Norfolk, where the team works to create a caring community that feels like a true home. The home is operated by Mr & Mrs K M Hodgins and can accommodate up to 15 residents. Following their most recent inspection on 28/08/2019, the Care Quality Commission rated Avery Lodge Residential Home as Requires improvement. Across the five inspection categories, the home scored Good for Effective, Caring, Responsive; Requires Improvement for Safe and Well-led. The home specialises in supporting people with caring for adults over 65 yrs. The service supports older people. The NR31 postcode area has 17 registered care homes with a combined 579 beds — so there are options to compare in the local area.
Finding the right care home is a deeply personal decision, and we hope this information helps you and your family feel more confident as you explore your options. Every person deserves care that respects their individuality, and the right home will feel welcoming from the moment you walk through the door.
Avery Lodge Residential Home is one of the care homes in Norfolk — a local authority with 325 CQC-registered homes, 202 of which are rated Good or Outstanding.
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Further Reading & Official Sources
- Official CQC inspection report for Avery Lodge Residential Home
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- NHS care home finder near NR31 0JX
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What to Expect When Visiting
When visiting a residential care home, pay attention to the atmosphere as much as the facilities. The best homes feel warm, unhurried, and genuinely caring — like a place where your loved one could feel at home.
- Try to visit at different times of day, including mealtimes, to see the home in action.
- Speak with staff and, if possible, current residents or their families about their experience.
- Ask how the home supports residents who may need nursing care in the future.
- Look at the communal spaces — do they feel welcoming, clean, and well-used?
Questions to Ask When Visiting
It can be hard to know what to ask during a care home visit. Here are some questions tailored to Avery Lodge Residential Home's type of care that may help guide your conversation:
- 1 What happens if a resident's care needs increase beyond what you can provide?
- 2 How do you support residents to stay active and connected to their community?
- 3 Can residents personalise their rooms with their own furniture and belongings?
- 4 What does a typical day look like for someone living here?
For a more complete checklist, see our guide to choosing a care home.
Official CQC Inspection Report
The Care Quality Commission last inspected Avery Lodge Residential Home on 28/08/2019 and rated it Requires improvement. The full report includes detailed findings on safety, staffing, and quality of care.
Read the full CQC reportWhat families typically look for
- - How friendly and attentive the care staff are day-to-day
- - What activities and social events are available for residents
- - How the home handles changing care needs over time
These reflect common priorities we see from families researching care homes. For personalised advice, we recommend visiting in person and speaking to current families.
Frequently Asked Questions
What happens if a resident's care needs increase beyond what you can provide?
CQC rated Avery Lodge Residential Home as Good for Responsive care on 28/08/2019, which includes how the home adapts to residents' changing needs. Ask what the home's protocol is when a resident needs a higher level of nursing care — whether they support a managed transition or have partnerships with local nursing homes.
How do you support residents to stay active and connected to their community?
CQC rated Avery Lodge Residential Home as Good for Caring on 28/08/2019. This domain covers how staff support residents' emotional wellbeing, social connection, and sense of purpose. During your visit, ask to see the activities timetable and speak with current residents or their families about daily life.
Can residents personalise their rooms with their own furniture and belongings?
Most residential care homes encourage residents to bring personal furniture and belongings to make their room feel like home. When visiting Avery Lodge Residential Home, ask about room sizes, any restrictions on furniture, and whether residents can hang pictures and decorate their space as they wish. A personalised room can make a significant difference to a resident's sense of comfort and identity.
What does a typical day look like for someone living here?
With 15 residents and care tailored to caring for adults over 65 yrs, daily routines at Avery Lodge Residential Home will be shaped around individual needs. During your visit, observe the lunchtime atmosphere, ask about morning routines and whether residents have flexibility around wake-up times and meal choices, and check what a typical afternoon looks like.
What is the CQC rating for Avery Lodge Residential Home?
Avery Lodge Residential Home in Great Yarmouth is rated Requires improvement by the Care Quality Commission. The most recent inspection was on 28/08/2019. The home has 15 beds.
How many beds does Avery Lodge Residential Home have?
Avery Lodge Residential Home has 15 beds and operates as a residential care home in Great Yarmouth.
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