Walsingham Support - Lion Road, Twickenham

Reviewed by the carehome.page editorial team · Last updated 13 March 2026
Rating
Good
Beds
8
Type
Residential
Inspected
Invalid Date
Address 59 Lion Road,Twickenham, TW1 4JF
Beds 8
Type Care home without nursing

CQC Inspection Breakdown

Safe Good
Effective Good
Caring Good
Responsive Good
Well-led Good

About Walsingham Support - Lion Road

Lion Road is a ‘care home’ that provides care and support for up to eight people. All the people who live at Lion Road have a learning disability. There were seven people living there at the time of the inspection. The care home is in Twickenham.CQC regulates both the premises and the care provided, and both were looked at during this inspection.

Source: CQC inspection report

Specialisms

Caring for adults under 65 yrsLearning disabilities

About Walsingham Support - Lion Road

Based in Twickenham, within Richmond upon Thames, Walsingham Support - Lion Road is a residential care home that aims to provide a warm and reassuring environment for every resident. The home is operated by Walsingham Support and can accommodate up to 8 residents. Following their most recent inspection on 16/07/2022, the Care Quality Commission rated Walsingham Support - Lion Road as Good. Across the five inspection categories, the home scored Good for Safe, Effective, Caring, Responsive, Well-led. The home caters to a range of care needs, including caring for adults under 65 yrs and learning disabilities. The service supports learning disabilities or autistic spectrum disorder, younger adults. The TW1 postcode area has 7 registered care homes with a combined 174 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.

Walsingham Support - Lion Road is one of the care homes in Richmond upon Thames — a local authority with 45 CQC-registered homes, 38 of which are rated Good or Outstanding.

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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 Walsingham Support - Lion Road's type of care that may help guide your conversation:

  1. 1 What happens if a resident's care needs increase beyond what you can provide?
  2. 2 How do you support residents to stay active and connected to their community?
  3. 3 Can residents personalise their rooms with their own furniture and belongings?
  4. 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 Walsingham Support - Lion Road on 16/07/2022 and rated it Good. The full report includes detailed findings on safety, staffing, and quality of care.

Read the full CQC report

What 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 Walsingham Support - Lion Road as Good for Responsive care on 16/07/2022, 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 Walsingham Support - Lion Road as Good for Caring on 16/07/2022. 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 Walsingham Support - Lion Road, 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 8 residents and care tailored to caring for adults under 65 yrs, daily routines at Walsingham Support - Lion Road 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 Walsingham Support - Lion Road?

Walsingham Support - Lion Road in Twickenham is rated Good by the Care Quality Commission. The most recent inspection was on 16/07/2022. The home has 8 beds.

How many beds does Walsingham Support - Lion Road have?

Walsingham Support - Lion Road has 8 beds and operates as a residential care home in Twickenham.

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