Millreed Lodge Care Home, Todmorden
CQC Inspection Breakdown
| Safe | Requires improvement |
| Effective | Requires improvement |
| Caring | Good |
| Responsive | Requires improvement |
| Well-led | Requires improvement |
About Millreed Lodge Care Home
Dates of assessment were from 27 November 2025 to 12 January 2026. The assessment was triggered in response to the age of the previous rating and included visits to the service on 27 November and 18 December 2025. Millreed Lodge is a care home providing personal care for up to 36 people, some of whom are living with dementia. At the time of the assessment there were 30 people living at the service.
What residents and families say
People felt safe at the service but there was little in place to make sure they were involved in care planning or making decisions about their care.
People felt staff were attentive but sometimes a little slow in answering their call bells.
"I have no complaints whatsoever, it’s a really good home"
Source: CQC inspection report
Specialisms
About Millreed Lodge Care Home
Serving the Todmorden, Calderdale community, Millreed Lodge Care Home is a registered care home with nursing committed to delivering thoughtful, person-centred care. The home is operated by Millreed Lodge Care Limited and can accommodate up to 36 residents. Following their most recent inspection on 05/02/2026, the Care Quality Commission rated Millreed Lodge Care Home as Requires improvement. Across the five inspection categories, the home scored Good for Caring; Requires Improvement for Safe and Effective and Responsive and Well-led. The home specialises in supporting people with caring for adults over 65 yrs. The service supports older people. The OL14 postcode area has 4 registered care homes with a combined 109 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.
Millreed Lodge Care Home is one of the care homes in Calderdale — a local authority with 46 CQC-registered homes, 32 of which are rated Good or Outstanding.
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Further Reading & Official Sources
- Official CQC inspection report for Millreed Lodge Care Home
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- NHS care home finder near OL14 6RH
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What to Expect When Visiting
When visiting a nursing care home, it helps to see the clinical environment in action alongside the day-to-day living spaces. A good visit should leave you feeling reassured about both the medical and emotional care on offer.
- 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 about the nurse-to-resident ratio, especially during nights and weekends.
- Check whether the home can manage any specific medical conditions or equipment needs.
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 Millreed Lodge Care Home's type of care that may help guide your conversation:
- 1 What medical conditions do your nurses have experience managing?
- 2 How quickly can a nurse attend to a resident in an emergency?
- 3 Are there regular GP visits, or do residents need to travel for appointments?
- 4 What is your approach to pain management and end-of-life care?
For a more complete checklist, see our guide to choosing a care home.
Official CQC Inspection Report
The Care Quality Commission last inspected Millreed Lodge Care Home on 05/02/2026 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
- - Whether nurses are on-site 24 hours and their qualifications
- - How the home manages medication and medical emergencies
- - Staff-to-resident ratios, especially overnight
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 medical conditions do your nurses have experience managing?
Millreed Lodge Care Home has nursing staff experienced in supporting people with caring for adults over 65 yrs. In the most recent CQC inspection on 05/02/2026, the home was rated Requires Improvement for Safe care — a category that covers clinical training, medication management, and infection control. Ask the nursing team directly about any specific medical conditions during your visit.
How quickly can a nurse attend to a resident in an emergency?
CQC inspectors rated Millreed Lodge Care Home as Requires Improvement for Safe care on 05/02/2026. The Safe domain covers emergency protocols, staffing ratios, and risk management. Ask the home about nurse-to-resident ratios specifically during night and weekend shifts, when response times are most critical.
Are there regular GP visits, or do residents need to travel for appointments?
Residents at Millreed Lodge Care Home typically remain registered with a local GP who can visit the home for routine and urgent appointments. As a nursing care home, on-site nurses handle day-to-day clinical care. Ask the home which GP surgery they work with and how specialist referrals are managed.
What is your approach to pain management and end-of-life care?
CQC inspectors rated Millreed Lodge Care Home as Good for Caring on 05/02/2026. This domain specifically assesses how staff treat residents with compassion and dignity, including during palliative and end-of-life care. Ask the nursing team about their approach to pain management and whether they work with a local hospice or palliative care team.
What is the CQC rating for Millreed Lodge Care Home?
Millreed Lodge Care Home in Todmorden is rated Requires improvement by the Care Quality Commission. The most recent inspection was on 05/02/2026. The home has 36 beds.
How many beds does Millreed Lodge Care Home have?
Millreed Lodge Care Home has 36 beds and operates as a care home with nursing in Todmorden.
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