H R S Care Ltd t/a Hastings Lodge & Hastings Cottage
At a Glance
The information you need to decide whether this home warrants a closer look.
Nursing homes
Staff warmth score
of reviewers answered yes
Good to know
- Registered beds14
- SpecialismsCaring for adults over 65 yrs, Caring for adults under 65 yrs, Dementia, Learning disabilities, Mental health conditions, Physical disabilities, Sensory impairment
- Last inspected2019-12-19
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The Evidence
What the review data, the inspection reports, and the dementia-care evidence base tell us about this home.
What families say
From what families have shared, residents seem settled in their surroundings. One person mentioned finding a positive atmosphere when visiting their relative, with residents appearing engaged with what was happening around them.
The eight family priority themes
- Staff warmth72
- Compassion & dignity74
- Cleanliness60
- Activities & engagement60
- Food quality60
- Healthcare58
- Management & leadership74
- Resident happiness68
What inspectors found
Inspected 2019-12-19
Is this home safe?
Is the care effective?
The Effective domain was rated Good at the October 2020 inspection. The full text of the inspection findings for this domain is not included in the report extract provided. The Good rating indicates that inspectors were broadly satisfied with training, care planning, healthcare access, and nutrition at the time of inspection. Because the detailed findings are not available in the supplied text, we cannot describe specific observations or examples that supported this rating.Is this home caring?
The Caring domain was rated Good at the October 2020 inspection. The full narrative findings for this domain are not included in the report extract provided. A Good rating indicates that inspectors observed or found evidence of respectful, dignified interactions between staff and the people living in the home. Without the detailed findings, we cannot describe specific observations, quotes, or examples that supported this rating.Is the home responsive?
The Responsive domain was rated Good at the October 2020 inspection. The full narrative findings for this domain are not available in the report extract provided. A Good rating in this domain indicates that inspectors were satisfied with the range and individualisation of activities, the home's approach to meeting individual needs, and its approach to end-of-life care. The home's registered specialisms span dementia, learning disabilities, mental health conditions, physical disabilities, and sensory impairment, which means the activity and engagement offer needs to work for a genuinely diverse group of people.Is the home well-led?
The Well-led domain was rated Good at the October 2020 inspection. The report notes two registered managers, Mrs Lucy Kimpton and Mrs Esther Rafaela Sooriah, alongside a nominated individual, Mr Soharaj Sooriah. The full narrative findings for this domain are not included in the supplied report text. A Good rating indicates inspectors were satisfied with the governance, culture, and accountability structures at the time of inspection. Whether the same managers are still in post in 2024 or 2025 is not confirmed by the available information.
Source: CQC inspection report →
What the evidence base says
The homes support adults of all ages, including those under 65 with learning disabilities or mental health conditions. They're equipped to care for people with sensory impairments and physical disabilities too. Dementia care is provided here, though specific details about their approach aren't widely documented. You'll want to ask about memory support activities and how they help residents maintain connections during a visit. All areas worth probing directly during a visit.
The DCC Verdict
Our editorial view, built from the three lenses: what families tell us, what inspectors record, and how the home sits against good dementia-care practice.
DCC Family Score
Hastings Lodge and Hastings Cottage scored 72 out of 100 on the Family Score. The Good ratings across four of five domains give a reasonable foundation, but the Requires Improvement rating for Safe, combined with an inspection that is now several years old, means there are real gaps in what we can tell you with confidence.
Homes in East Midlands typically score 68–82.The three-lens summary
What families tell us
From what families have shared, residents seem settled in their surroundings. One person mentioned finding a positive atmosphere when visiting their relative, with residents appearing engaged with what was happening around them.
What inspectors have recorded
Staff appear responsive to residents' needs, though with limited feedback available, it's worth visiting to see how the team works firsthand. One family member spoke positively about how carers interact with residents.
How it sits against good practice
With such a broad range of specialisms, seeing how they tailor care to different needs would give you the clearest picture.
Worth a visit
Hastings Lodge and Hastings Cottage, a 14-bed nursing home in Northampton run by HRS Care Limited, was rated Good overall at its last full inspection on 30 October 2020, with Good ratings for Effective, Caring, Responsive, and Well-led. The Safe domain was rated Requires Improvement at that inspection, which is the most significant finding families need to understand. A monitoring review in July 2023 did not trigger a re-inspection, suggesting no new concerns were flagged, but it also means the published findings are now over four years old. The age of the inspection report is the central uncertainty here. A lot can change in a care home in four years, including staffing, management stability, and the mix of people living there. The Safe rating needing improvement is a specific concern worth exploring directly with the home before making a decision. On a visit, ask what actions were taken after the 2020 inspection to address the safety concerns, and ask whether the registered managers named in the report are still in post.
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In Their Own Words
How H R S Care Ltd t/a Hastings Lodge & Hastings Cottage describes itself — collected from its own website. DCC has not edited or independently verified the content in this tab.
Specialist support across different care needs in Northampton
Compassionate Care in Northampton at Hastings Lodge & Hastings Cottage
Hastings Lodge and Hastings Cottage in Northampton offer care for people with widely varying needs — from younger adults with learning disabilities to older residents living with dementia. The two connected homes provide support for physical disabilities, mental health conditions, and sensory impairments.
Who they care for
The homes support adults of all ages, including those under 65 with learning disabilities or mental health conditions. They're equipped to care for people with sensory impairments and physical disabilities too.
Dementia care is provided here, though specific details about their approach aren't widely documented. You'll want to ask about memory support activities and how they help residents maintain connections during a visit.
“With such a broad range of specialisms, seeing how they tailor care to different needs would give you the clearest picture.”
DCC does not edit or curate content in this tab. For independently curated information, see The Evidence and DCC Verdict.
The DCC Verdict
Our editorial view, built from the three lenses: what families tell us, what inspectors record, and how the home sits against good dementia-care practice.
DCC Family Score
Hastings Lodge and Hastings Cottage scored 72 out of 100 on the Family Score. The Good ratings across four of five domains give a reasonable foundation, but the Requires Improvement rating for Safe, combined with an inspection that is now several years old, means there are real gaps in what we can tell you with confidence.
Homes in East Midlands typically score 68–82.The three-lens summary
What families tell us
From what families have shared, residents seem settled in their surroundings. One person mentioned finding a positive atmosphere when visiting their relative, with residents appearing engaged with what was happening around them.
What inspectors have recorded
Staff appear responsive to residents' needs, though with limited feedback available, it's worth visiting to see how the team works firsthand. One family member spoke positively about how carers interact with residents.
How it sits against good practice
With such a broad range of specialisms, seeing how they tailor care to different needs would give you the clearest picture.
Worth a visit
Hastings Lodge and Hastings Cottage, a 14-bed nursing home in Northampton run by HRS Care Limited, was rated Good overall at its last full inspection on 30 October 2020, with Good ratings for Effective, Caring, Responsive, and Well-led. The Safe domain was rated Requires Improvement at that inspection, which is the most significant finding families need to understand. A monitoring review in July 2023 did not trigger a re-inspection, suggesting no new concerns were flagged, but it also means the published findings are now over four years old. The age of the inspection report is the central uncertainty here. A lot can change in a care home in four years, including staffing, management stability, and the mix of people living there. The Safe rating needing improvement is a specific concern worth exploring directly with the home before making a decision. On a visit, ask what actions were taken after the 2020 inspection to address the safety concerns, and ask whether the registered managers named in the report are still in post.
The three questions to ask when you visitSave this home. Compare it against your shortlist.
Let our analysis show you how H R S Care Ltd t/a Hastings Lodge & Hastings Cottage measures up against the other homes you’re considering. Free account.
In Their Own Words
How H R S Care Ltd t/a Hastings Lodge & Hastings Cottage describes itself — collected from its own website. DCC has not edited or independently verified the content in this tab.
Specialist support across different care needs in Northampton
Compassionate Care in Northampton at Hastings Lodge & Hastings Cottage
Hastings Lodge and Hastings Cottage in Northampton offer care for people with widely varying needs — from younger adults with learning disabilities to older residents living with dementia. The two connected homes provide support for physical disabilities, mental health conditions, and sensory impairments.
Who they care for
The homes support adults of all ages, including those under 65 with learning disabilities or mental health conditions. They're equipped to care for people with sensory impairments and physical disabilities too.
Dementia care is provided here, though specific details about their approach aren't widely documented. You'll want to ask about memory support activities and how they help residents maintain connections during a visit.
Management & ethos
Staff appear responsive to residents' needs, though with limited feedback available, it's worth visiting to see how the team works firsthand. One family member spoke positively about how carers interact with residents.
“With such a broad range of specialisms, seeing how they tailor care to different needs would give you the clearest picture.”
DCC does not edit or curate content in this tab. For independently curated information, see The Evidence and DCC Verdict.
