Alpine Lodge
Alpine Lodge is a nursing home in Sheffield with Low public financial risk and Dementia support. The main concern is Requires Improvement CQC rating and Inspection is over two years old. Use this page to compare it carefully against stronger alternatives before treating it as a default shortlist choice.
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Alpine Lodge is better treated as a comparison point than a default choice until the main concerns are explained clearly.
Why shortlist
- Low public financial risk
- Dementia support
- Public funding routes appear accepted
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- Requires Improvement CQC rating
- Inspection is over two years old
- Clarify wandering support
Best fit if you need
- Dementia support
- Nursing care
- 24/7 nurse cover
Quality
Rated Requires improvement · last inspected over two years ago
Costs
£3,696 - £4,587 / month (estimate)
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Location
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Financial Watchlist
Low public financial risk in the latest company records
About Alpine Lodge
Alpine Lodge Care Home, managed by Highgate Care, and situated in Stocksbridge, provides a tranquil living environment near the Peak District National Park. This purpose-built care home offers nursing, residential, dementia, and respite care, catering to adults over 65 with physical and sensory impairments. Alpine Lodge features 67 ensuite bedrooms designed for comfort and personalisation, while communal lounges and beautifully landscaped gardens promote a sense of community. A diverse activities programme ensures residents enjoy a fulfilling lifestyle, with arts, exercise classes, and cinema nights enhancing mental and physical well-being. Residents can enjoy freshly prepared meals made from local ingredients, enriching the home's vibrant community atmosphere.
Description source: Official registration profile
Care & Medical
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Care Fit at a Glance
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Likely a good fit if you need
- Dementia support
- Nursing care
- 24/7 nurse cover
- Secure garden/area
- Palliative or end-of-life support
Important questions before deciding
- 1How do you support residents who wander or become distressed?
- 2How do you tailor care plans in the first 2 weeks after move-in?
- 3How often are families updated, and who is the main contact?
Staffing
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Medication Support
Daily Life
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Activities & Social Life
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8 activities listed
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Dining & Nutrition
5 dining services listed
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Facilities & Features
2 feature groups available
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Safety & Quality
Alpine Lodge: CQC Rating & Safety
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Quality Snapshot
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Costs & Funding
Alpine Lodge: Weekly Fees & Funding Options
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Costs & Funding
Estimated fees and funding options based on registration records and regional benchmarks.
Typical monthly cost (estimate)
≈ £3,696 - £4,587 per month
£850 - £1,055 per week
Estimate based on 52 weeks / 12 months.
You may pay less if council or NHS-funded care applies.
How this compares to the area benchmark
Council benchmark for this area: £1,105/wk
This home is priced at or below the council rate for this area.
How care at this home can be funded
Your council contributes based on a financial assessment. You may still pay a contribution.
The NHS pays the full cost if your primary need is health-related. Requires a formal assessment.
The council pays a set rate and your family pays the difference to cover a higher-cost home.
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This home accepts council and NHS funding. Our Funding Guide gives a screening indication for NHS-funded care, council support and Deferred Payment Agreements.
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What's Included
Fees start from £1,105 per week. Costs vary based on funding category, level of care, and room type.
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Alpine Lodge Reviews — What Families Say
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Location & Practical
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Practical Information
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible parking
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
Location & Neighbourhood
Only on RightCareHomeAlpine Road, Stocksbridge, Sheffield, S36 1AD
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Nearest green space
205m away
Local amenities
2/10
Next Steps
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Questions this page raises about Alpine Lodge
- 1Has the management team remained consistent over the past year?
- 2What has changed since the last inspection, and what would look different if the home were inspected again now?
- 3How do you support residents who wander or become distressed in practice?
- 4Ask about weekend staffing levels and cover arrangements.
Is the latest inspection report visible in reception?
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What are staffing levels on day and night shifts?
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How are families updated when needs change?
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What public data can confirm
- Current CQC status: Requires improvement
- Published weekly fee range
- Public review pattern across available sources
- Public financial risk signals from company records
What only a visit can reveal
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- How the home feels in the evening and at weekends
- How quickly call bells are answered in practice
- Whether staffing continuity feels stable on the floor
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