Alex Wood House
Residential care home · Cambridge
3a Fortescue Road, Cambridge, CB4 2JS
Run by Athena Care Homes (Arbury) Limited
- GoodCQC · Dec 2019
- 8.0Our score
- Beds36
- Type of careResidential
- Phone01223 578602
Latest inspection
- Inspected on 7 December 2019
Inspected more than 4 years ago
What the inspectors rate
- SafeGood
- EffectiveGood
- CaringGood
- ResponsiveGood
- Well-ledGood
- Regulator
- Care Quality Commission
- Registered as
- Alex Wood House
- Status
- Registered in England
- Latest rating
- Good
- Register number
- 1-16124582874
From the public register of the Care Quality Commission, checked on 2 November 2026.
About Alex Wood House
Rehabilitation and residential care at Alex Wood House supports older people after illness, injury, surgery or a hospital stay. Individual recovery plans can include mobility assistance, nutritional support, medication management and progress reviews.
Dementia care includes structured routines, dementia-trained staff and meaningful activities, with support for communication, personal care and medication. Residents can join keep-fit sessions, arts and crafts, choir, entertainment and excursions. The home also provides respite, nursing and end-of-life care as part of its wider care offer.
Care on offer
- Care homes
Compared with Cambridge
Nearest
| Name | Distance | Official rating | Our score | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Buchan House Care HomeCambridge | 0.4 miles | Good | 8.0 | |
| Woodlands Care CentreCambridge | 0.5 miles | Requires improvement | 4.4 | |
| Langdon HouseCambridge | 0.7 miles | Good | 8.4 | |
| Cambridge Manor Care HomeCambridge | 0.7 miles | Good | 8.0 | |
| Primrose Croft Care HomeCambridge | 0.7 miles | Good | 8.0 |
What stands out
What stands out
- Rehabilitation and convalescence care
- Dementia-trained staff
- Therapy-led recovery plans
Ask about
- Mobility scooters are not allowed in the homes
Suits: Older people recovering after illness or hospital stays
Types of care
Also works on: residential
Location
3a Fortescue Road, Cambridge, CB4 2JS
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Questions families ask
What funding does Alex Wood House accept?
They accept self-funding residents and people publicly funded by the Local Authority or NHS, and can discuss split contributions.
Does Alex Wood House offer a trial stay?
They do not offer a trial period, although some residents have stayed short term before moving in permanently.
Can residents bring a pet to Alex Wood House?
Some homes have pets that residents help care for. They can discuss individual requests about bringing a pet into the home.
Can residents use a mobility scooter at Alex Wood House?
No. Mobility scooters are not allowed in the homes because of health and safety guidelines.
Can residents personalise their room at Alex Wood House?
Yes. They encourage residents to bring personal items such as televisions, chairs, photos and pictures. Contents insurance is recommended for belongings.
Can Alex Wood House cater for different dietary requirements?
Yes. Their chefs create seasonal menus and tailor meals to residents’ preferences and dietary requirements, with snacks and treats available during the day.