Washington Lodge
The Avenue, Washington, Tyne And Wear, NE38 7LE
01914 661 402
(Admissions)
Rooms available
About Us
Washington Lodge is a residential and nursing home in the area of Washington, which can accommodate just under 60 residents - it has a 'Good' rating from the CQC. Care can be provided for those with dementia and mental health needs. Washington Lodge also offers the following short stay services; respite care.
Our team's devotion to our residents is truly first class. Whether it's the daily activities that bring joy to our residents' lives or treating them to unforgettable meals out, their selflessness and compassion have earned praise on the most recent CQC report and glowing carehome.co.uk reviews, raising their rating from 7.6 to an outstanding 9.6. The team at Washington Lodge has become a shining example of what hard work, passion, and a united spirit can achieve.
Within our dedicated team, you will find a wealth of experience and loyalty. Many of our team members have been with the company for over a decade, providing invaluable experience and knowledge. And we've also welcomed new team members who have seamlessly transitioned into the care environment, enriching our team with fresh perspectives and dedication.
Within washington village we have local coffee shops and pubs to which residents enjoy going for a coffee or out for a meal with staff and or family members.
We also have the galleries shopping centre which is 5 minutes away from the home and has a wide range of shops to visit.
Next door to the home we have washington old hall, this is a lovely place for residents and families to visit and have picturesque flower parts and also buildings.
Within the home we have an internal garden which residents can access at any time, we also have a male only and female only unit to the ground floor and mixed unit upstairs.
We have a dentist, hairdresser, podiatrist and vision care at home who attend the home as and when required or for routine appointments which is great for our residents who are unable to leave the home.
Care Types
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Duration
- Long-term
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Age
- Adults 65 and over
- Adults under 65 yrs
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Type of care
- Dementia Nursing
- Dementia Residential
- Mental Health
- Nursing
- Physical Disability
- Residential
- Sensory Impairment
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Specific care needs
- Bariatric Care
- Brain Injury
- Challenging / Specialist Behaviour
- Diabetes
- End Of Life Care
- Frailty
- Hearing Impairment
- Heart Disease
- Incontinence
- Parkinsonism
- Physiotherapy
- Sight Impairment
- Speech Impairment
- Stroke
Care Home Facilities
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Key Features
- Dining Room
- Garden
- Lift
- Lounge
- Pets Allowed
- Protected Mealtimes
- Purpose Built
- Quiet Area
- Resident Choice Dining
- Wifi
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Accessibility
- Escort Service to Appointments
- Free Parking (on-site)
- Wheelchair Access
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Leisure and Wellbeing
- Activities (bingo, etc.)
- Daily Newspapers
- Designated Smoking Area
- Hair Salon
- Individual/Group Outings
- Laundry Service
- Podiatry
- Post
Room Facilities
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Key Features
- Own Furniture Allowed
- Pets Allowed
- Wifi
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Dining
- Meals In Bedroom
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Bathroom
- Communal Bathroom (only)
- Wet Rooms
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Accessibility & Equipment
- Assisted Bathroom
- Call Bells
- Ground Floor Rooms
- Hoisting
- Wheelchair Access
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Leisure & Wellbeing
- Hairdressing (in room)
- Private Terrace/Garden
- TV Point
In The Area
| Airport | 12.1 miles | |
| Bank | 0.5 miles | |
| Bar | 0.2 miles | |
| Bus Station | 2.7 miles | |
| Cinema | 3.7 miles | |
| Dentist | 0.5 miles | |
| Doctor | 0.3 miles | |
| Park | 0.2 miles | |
| Pharmacy | 0.3 miles | |
| Shop | 0.3 miles | |
| Supermarket | 0.2 miles | |
| Train Station | 2.7 miles |
Languages
- English
Funding Sources
- Local Authority
- NHS Continuing Healthcare (CHC)
- Self-funding (private)
Regulator Rating
Overall: Good
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Safe:Good
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Effective:Good
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Caring:Good
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Responsive:Good
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Well-led:Good
Additional Information
- Finalist for care awards 2023