FAQs
Set in the beautiful seaside setting of Weymouth in Dorset, Primrose Lodge Weymouth offers a wide variety of different care services to help residents maintain their independence whilst enjoying a healthy and active lifestyle. Our team specialise in providing high quality care services for the elderly, catering for the needs of our residents 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. We pride ourselves on the environment we have created that ensures residents experience a comfortable home with a warm, welcoming and friendly atmosphere - a home from home.
Here are some common frequently asked questions we are asked about Primrose Lodge Care Home in Weymouth Dorset, together with the answers:
Give us a call on 01305 786568 or send us an email to arrange an appointment to discuss your situation and to take a tour of the Home. Although we are happy for people to call unannounced, making an appointment allows us to spend more time with you, answer your questions in more detail and help you make an informed choice about whether Primrose Lodge Weymouth is the right place for you.
Primarily, we are a care home for older people which means that we provide personal care.
Yes, respite and day care is something that we offer to support people who wish to remain in their own home. This helps to give a family member or carer a break from caring responsibilities and can help with a breakdown in care or allow for a holiday. Where a room is available, we are happy to accommodate your request, however, we are unable to cater for advanced bookings as we do not hold a room specifically for respite care.
We recognise that food is a big part of what keeps us happy and healthy so we try to provide an enjoyable, varied and nutritious menu.
Yes, our fully trained chefs are able to meet the requirements of all special dietary needs.
Our activities are as varied as our residents! Residents are very much a part of the decision making around what activities are offered and our team liaise with residents, staff and family members to arrange events throughout the year. These range from outings and music to exercise and crafts. We encourage hobbies that residents have before coming Primrose Lodge Weymouth to be maintained.
Yes, we encourage you to make your room your own - after all, your bedroom door is your front door!
We aim to provide a home for life, so that residents and families can work with staff that know them well to meet their end of life wishes when that time comes.
Friends and family are welcome to visit at any time which promotes our ‘home from home’ ethos. This enables our residents to entertain exactly as they would at home.
Yes, we have a computer available for residents who can also have their own email accounts set up and use Skype to stay connected with friends and relatives.
There is a safe available for small personal belongings such as money.
Yes, we respect all cultures and religions so individual requirements are catered for.
Yes, a hairdresser is available every week at a small cost to the resident.
Yes, this is usually discussed on admission. All bills are sent directly to the resident or their family as agreed.
Yes, residents are free to go to bed and wake up whenever they would in their own home.