When Should Someone With Dementia Go Into a Care Home?
If you’re reading this, you’re probably facing one of the hardest decisions imaginable. You’re not alone, and there’s no shame in considering all your options. The [...]
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If you’re reading this, you’re probably facing one of the hardest decisions imaginable. You’re not alone, and there’s no shame in considering all your options. The [...]
On Friday 19th September, Lowmoor Nursing Home in Kirkby-in-Ashfield, welcomed Blue Light Card holders for a complimentary breakfast. The Lowmoor Nursing Home team provided bacon and sausage [...]
Choosing the right residential care home for your loved one requires careful consideration of experience, facilities and care approaches. Mansfield offers several quality residential care [...]
Newgate Lodge Care Home, based in Mansfield, has received a generous £1,000 donation from the Mansfield Rotary Club to support its ongoing fundraising efforts towards a specialist dementia table. [...]
Mansfield and the surrounding Nottinghamshire area offer several nursing care facilities, each with different levels of expertise and specialisation. This comprehensive guide examines the nursing [...]
Finding the right dementia care for your loved one in Mansfield requires careful consideration of each facility's experience, staff qualifications, and care approaches
A New Chapter in Care: Introducing Lidder Home Care In August, we officially opened our new home care service at our Mansfield HQ with special guest, Steve Yemm MP who cut the ribbon. With [...]
We are delighted to announce that two members of our Lowmoor Nursing Home team, Maggie Blower and Chris Morrisson, have been recognised as finalists in this year’s Proud to Care Nottinghamshire [...]
Lidder Care, a family-run care provider based in Mansfield and Ashfield has launched its new home care offering with an official opening event at its Mansfield headquarters. The ribbon-cutting [...]
This comprehensive guide explains exactly how to access care home funding as a Mansfield resident, what support is available and how to navigate the application process successfully.
This guide breaks down what you should expect to be included in standard care home fees in Mansfield, what typically costs extra, and how to budget effectively for the full cost of care home living.
The Care Quality Commission (CQC) has announced significant changes to the care home registration process, which came into effect in July 2025. These changes are designed to streamline the [...]
The government has confirmed that the planned £86,000 lifetime cap on care home fees will not go ahead in October 2025 as previously scheduled. This decision marks the end of a policy that has [...]
We are delighted to share the brand-new Summer 2025 edition of Lidder Life – our very own magazine celebrating everything happening across Lidder Care. You can read it here! This issue is packed [...]
A New Chapter in Care: Introducing Lidder Home Care We’re proud to announce that Lidder Home Care is now officially registered with the CQC to provide compassionate, high-quality care in the [...]
At Newgate Lodge Care Home in Mansfield, we take pride in celebrating our incredible residents, their unique lives, and the paths that led them to us. It’s a privilege to care for individuals who [...]
This guide provides an up-to-date breakdown of average weekly costs for residential, nursing, and dementia care in Mansfield, along with funding advice to help you plan effectively.
June was another exciting month across Lidder Care, as we continued our fundraising efforts, took part in Care Home Open Week, and received some amazing donations. Read on to discover more about [...]
Launching Lidder Life Magazine: First Edition In May, we proudly launched the very first edition of Lidder Life – our new seasonal magazine that captures life across Lidder Care. From heartfelt [...]
Newgate Lodge Care Home, based in Mansfield, Nottinghamshire, is taking part in Care Home Open Week 2025, which runs from Monday 16th June to Sunday 22nd June. Members of the local community are [...]
Caring for an elderly parent or loved one is a meaningful and loving responsibility. It can also be deeply demanding. Many family carers take on this role with great dedication, often while [...]
Choosing a nursing home for someone you love is one of the most important decisions you may ever make. It’s a deeply personal process - often made during times of stress, worry, or urgent need
With approximately 25% of nursing home residents living with diabetes, effective care approaches are essential for maintaining quality of life, preventing complications, and supporting overall [...]
As our population ages, the significance of strong family support for older adults becomes increasingly apparent. Family relationships provide not just practical assistance, but emotional [...]
Moving into a nursing home represents a significant life transition, whether it's you or a loved one making this change.
When families are considering care options for a loved one, one question that frequently arises is about the expected length of stay. Whether you're planning for short-term respite care or [...]
Residents from Lidder Care’s Newgate Lodge Care Home and Lowmoor Nursing Home enjoyed an exciting matchday experience at two Mansfield Town fixtures. On Monday 21st April, accompanied by carers, [...]
Co-op Funeralcare Lends Generous Support to Our Dementia Fundraiser A massive thank you to Co-op Funeralcare who have generously donated £250 towards our specialist dementia tables fundraiser at [...]
This month at Lowmoor Nursing Home, we’re thrilled to highlight the fantastic activities and events from the past month, as well as give you a sneak peek at what’s coming up this month. [...]
Understanding the Financial Considerations of Round-the-Clock Care When a loved one requires constant supervision and support, many families face the difficult decision between arranging 24-hour [...]
Personal care forms the foundation of many home care packages, providing essential support with intimate daily activities that have become difficult to manage independently. As we age or face [...]
Making decisions about care for yourself or a family member can feel overwhelming. There are so many choices, and it's not always clear which services might be right for your situation.
At Lidder Care, we understand that most people prefer to remain in the comfort of their own home while receiving care.
Last week was an exciting one at Newgate Lodge Care Home, as we proudly welcomed Mansfield MP Steve Yemm and young people from The King’s Trust for a special visit to the home. It was a brilliant [...]
Lidder Care, who operate Newgate Lodge Care Home and Lowmoor Nursing Home, has unveiled an ambitious fundraising campaign aimed at raising £5000 to purchase specialist dementia tables for their [...]
Choosing the right nursing home for a family member is one of the most important decisions you'll make. In Mansfield, several quality care providers offer different levels of support, from [...]
Moving a loved one to a care home is one of life's most emotionally complex decisions. When that move involves relocating to an entirely different area, the feelings and considerations become [...]
When visiting loved ones at Lowmoor Nursing Home in Kirkby-in-Ashfield, combining your visit with a trip to local amenities can create enjoyable shared experiences beyond the care home environment.
At Lidder Care, we firmly believe that maintaining strong connections with the local community is vital for our residents' wellbeing and quality of life. Our care homes in Mansfield aren't just [...]
This month at Lidder Care, we’ve been busy with exciting events in Mansfield and Kirkby-in-Ashfield and fundraising efforts to help to support our residents at Newgate Lodge Care Home and Lowmoor [...]
Companionship care is a specialised form of support focused on providing meaningful social interaction and emotional connection for individuals who may be experiencing loneliness or isolation.
Live-in care is a comprehensive care solution where a dedicated carer lives in your home, providing personalised support whenever you need it.
When a loved one with dementia begins to exhibit challenging behaviours, it can be one of the most difficult and emotionally draining experiences for families. You may feel overwhelmed, uncertain [...]
Welcome to this month’s update from Newgate Lodge Care Home in Mansfield, where we highlighted the wonderful events going on in our home as well as our days out, celebrations and fun from [...]
Welcome to this month’s update from Lowmoor Nursing Home! We’re thrilled to highlight the fantastic activities and events from the past month, as well as give you a sneak peek at what’s coming up [...]
When considering care options for yourself or a loved one, home care represents one of several possible approaches to meeting support needs. While it offers many advantages, it also comes with [...]
Choosing a home care agency is one of the most important decisions you’ll make when arranging support for yourself or a loved one. The quality of care provided can have a profound impact on [...]
As we kick off the year, we’ve been busy hosting events that celebrate togetherness, innovation and well-being. From the heartwarming launch of the Newgate Community Café to an interactive [...]
Loneliness among elderly people has become increasingly recognised as a serious health concern, comparable to smoking or obesity in its impact on wellbeing. Understanding and addressing this [...]
Making the decision to help someone move into a care home is often complex and emotional. While many families find that care at home can provide an excellent alternative, sometimes residential [...]
Selecting the right home care provider is an important decision that impacts both you and your loved ones. Asking the right questions during your initial consultation helps ensure you find a [...]