About Nutley Lodge
Nutley Lodge is a warm and welcoming care home, proudly serving the Plymstock community. We are committed to providing high-quality, person-centred care in a safe and supportive environment.
Our History
Nutley Lodge Care Home has been operating as a family-owned and managed residential care home since 1984, providing over forty years of continuous service to older adults in the South West.
We are experienced in supporting residents with a wide range of conditions, including dementia, frailty, long-term health conditions such as diabetes, sensory impairments, and mental health needs. We work closely with health partners, including GPs, district nurses, and hospital discharge teams, as well as social workers and commissioners from Plymouth and Devon, to ensure a joined-up approach.
Our track record also includes providing safe and effective transitions from hospital to long-term care, helping reduce hospital readmissions, and supporting system resilience. Our longevity and stability in the sector underscore our ability to meet the requirements of a formal framework contract.
Since opening in 1984, we have consistently invested in our workforce, facilities, and governance systems to ensure our care remains compliant, responsive, and person-centred. Staff receive mandatory and specialist training, are supported through supervision and appraisal, and uphold the values of dignity, respect, and independence for every resident.
The Senior Team
Alun Woodcock
Owner
Alun and his family have owned Nutley Lodge since is it opened over 40 years ago. He attended Elburton and Coombe Dean schools and returned to Plymouth after university. At Bangor he studied Computing and Business. He lives in the area with Sue, his three sons and dog Arnold. Arnold the Patterdale-Jack cross comes in to visit and be made a fuss of regularly at Nutley. Alun is an active hockey player, which he enjoys participating in with his sons. He is proud to have represented Wales in International Masters Events.
Helen Tarrant
Office Manager
Helen is proud to have been at Nutley Lodge since 2013 and says that she loves being part of such a caring team. Her dog Bailey often joins her at work to spend time in the office and with the residents. She is married with two grown up children and has a passion for cooking, particularly trying and creating dishes inspired by cuisines from around the world. She keeps active through walking and fitness classes, especially Sh’Bam.
Claire Younger
Kitchen Manager
Claire has been with her partner for 25 years and has three children and a Springer Spaniel called Jazz. She loves exploring different parts of the Globe when the opportunity arises. Claire has been with Nutley Lodge since 2021 and has over thirty years of commercial catering experience. Her favourite meal to prepare is Mousaka, but she has a well-earned reputation as the Cake Queen.
Emma Hrydziuszko
Registered Manager
Emma joined Nutley Lodge in March 2021. She has been in care in various roles for over 25yrs. Emma has been qualified as a Registered manager since 2018. Emma spends her time outside of work going crazy about Formula One and Chelsea. She has two grown up children, a Fat pug called Phoebe and a growing Gin collection!
Kerry Arrowsmith
Deputy Manager
Kerry has worked at Nutley Lodge in various roles for over 12 years. She has been the deputy manager since 2023. Kerry has 3 grown-up sons and is a grandparent. She loves gardening and walking her staffy Tilo.
Testimonials
Mum has been a resident here for a number of years and has always been treated with kindness, respect and a big smile. The hardworking staff go the extra mile to make sure residents feel at home.
I can honestly say the staff are always friendly, they greet you with a smile. Nothing is too much trouble the manager is approachable and leads by example. Residents here are treated with kindness and respect. My mother is very happy.
We often get pictures of things the residents are doing, which is great to see. I know Mum is safe, secure and very well looked after. If I need to go in to a home, it's where I would like to go, mind you would they have me!