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Northbourne care home, Low Fell

Durham Road, Low Fell, Gateshead, Tyne and Wear, NE9 5AR

0800 085 4178

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Welcome to Northbourne

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A warm welcome

Find out about making an enquiry and how we ensure a warm and friendly welcome to all new residents.

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Anchor's Northbourne care home in Low Fell is a trusted provider of care for elderly people, and we offer support for older people who have residential and dementia care needs.

Northbourne provides an excellent standard of care and was rated Outstanding by the Care Quality Commission in their most recent inspection published in February 2022.

Our care home’s well trained and helpful staff provide 24-hour care and support to help you maintain your chosen lifestyle.

At Northbourne, activities play an important role and we aim to enhance our residents’ quality of life by providing a varied range of social activities.

We pride ourselves on the quality of our catering, with our Chef Manager preparing meals daily from fresh, seasonal ingredients.

Set in a quiet village location and in its own private grounds, Northbourne care home is close to local services and amenities, such as shops and a park.

In times of uncertainty, Anchor is a care provider you can depend on. We are proudly not-for-profit with more than 60 years of experience.

We’re here to help and look forward to giving you a warm welcome.

Care quality commission
Report published
03 Feb 2022
Outstanding

The service at Northbourne is performing exceptionally well

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Our mother lives at Northbourne and has now for the last four years, in this time she has deteriorated due to her Alzheimer's/ vascular dementia she has always received exceptional care and support The whole staff team including everyone cleaners , cooks , laundry , care staff , etc are like a family and Northbourne is definitely the residents ho… me They have an open door policy so relatives are able to freely come and go The food is off high quality with plenty of snacks through out the day We would highly recommend this care home Thank you

Tara F

21 Mar 2025

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Can not fault the care, compassion and facilities of Northbourne. My gran had Alzheimer's and was a resident here and they treated her with such care and dignity. Not only that they were a great support to the family. Highly recommend.

D C

02 Oct 2024

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My mother came to live at Northbourne in June 2021. It was near the end of COVID. Once she had settled in, which didn't take long, it began to feel like a home from home. Lots of activities and good food have improved her life as she had started to give up. The staff and management of the home are excellent and nothing is too much trouble. If you a… re looking for a friendly, safe place for your loved one, this is the place. I have experience of other homes and none are as good as Northbourne. It has a real homely feel.

Judith S

11 Jul 2024

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Mum was cared for by the exceptional staff at Northbourne in Gateshead. She was there for seventeen months, was suffering from Alzheimer's, was blind and very frail. The staff treated her with humanity, kindness, respect and dignity. Nothing was too much trouble for them and Mam always felt loved and secure. She had palliative care in her final day… s and we stayed with her day and night until she slipped away peacefully in Northbourne, surrounded by the people she loved. We were all treated like family. Northbourne is a fantastic community, I cannot praise the staff enough. In Mam's final hours, two members of staff, in particular, were brilliant. Thank you so much for caring for our precious mother so well and supporting us through this difficult time. You are all stars.

Trish R

26 Feb 2024

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Mam is 92 and had been living in her own home with support from my dedicated sister and carers. She has Alzheimer's, is partially blind and has mobility issues. After being hospitalised after a fall, she went to live at Northbourne in August 2022. We chose the home carefully after visits to other homes. The manager and staff are professional and ki… nd and treat residents like family. There are always fun activities organised, and the staff are exemplary. It is an outstanding place with staff who go above and beyond with tons of Geordie warmth and humour thrown in. We know our precious Mam is safe and in good hands.

Lynn R

30 Jan 2023

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My father has been a resident at Northbourne Care Home since January 2020. He recently was admitted to hospital with what turned out to be sepsis. He was discharged after about ten days, recovered from the sepsis but very frail, poorly and with a painful bedsore. From the moment he returned to Northbourne his actual care has been of the highest sta… ndard, staff obtaining, without delay, a special mattress to improve his comfort. He has been encouraged to return to a healthy diet and to drink regularly. Each day, my dad has grown stronger and his mobility is beginning to return. Thank you Northbourne for the care, kindness and encouragement given to Dad.

Anne R

04 Jan 2023

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Mam has been at Northbourne for two years now. The staff have been through some tough times with the Covid outbreak at the home. They have kept the family informed of everything that has been happening within the home, and more importantly, with Mam. The home itself is clean. The staff are friendly and treat Mam with respect. The only disappointmen… t is that her memory book with sentimental family photos etc and a framed family photograph is missing from her belongings. I would recommend Northbourne to anyone.

Fred C

17 Mar 2022

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Features of Northbourne

Communal facilities

Shared facilities complementing each private residence:

  • Engaging activities programme
  • Garden
  • Communal lounge
  • Hairdressing salon
  • Communal iPad

Care and support

In addition to residential care, we also offer:

  • Respite care
  • Palliative care
  • Huntington's disease
  • Dementia care
  • Convalescence care

Food and dining

We promote wellbeing through a positive dining experience:

  • Communal dining area
  • Nutrition and hydration stations

Life at Northbourne

At Northbourne care home, we provide quality 24-hour residential care and specialist care for residents with dementia.

We support and develop our staff on an ongoing basis to enable them to provide the highest quality care for our residents.

At our home we have:
- A ‘pets are welcome’ policy by arrangement with the Manager
- A hairdressing salon
- An internet cafe
- A lift to upper floors
- A personal laundry facility and laundry service
- A pay telephone and the facility for a private telephone line in each room
- Regular religious services and meetings should you wish to take part
- Newspapers which can be ordered and delivered daily to your room
- Wheelchair access and car parking

Nearby facilities:
- Newcastle town centre and Metrocentre are 4 miles away and can be reached using excellent bus services
- The nearest hospital is Queen Elizabeth
- Newcastle railway station is 4 miles away
- A theatre, swimming pool, golf course and supermarket are under 4 miles away

Northbourne - Facilities

Northbourne is a unique, purpose-built residence which was designed to provide residential care. Set in a quiet location and in its own grounds, Northbourne has single en-suite rooms, some with lovely views of the gardens, countryside, etc.

Our home is fully furnished and decorated to a high standard with a call system which ensures that help is at hand 24 hours a day.

We also have:
- Some rooms with views of the gardens
- A television point and connections for satellite and digital TV
- Tea-making facilities available to make drinks for you and your visitors

Other accommodation facilities include:
- Cosy lounges with TVs and quiet areas for reading and relaxing
- A guest suite available for family and friends to stay overnight
- Bathrooms specially equipped so you can relax in comfort
- Safe, enclosed gardens

We encourage you to bring small personal items to enhance your room.

Northbourne - Accommodation

We know how important mealtimes are to our residents, so we always try to make this a sociable and enjoyable experience, whilst recognising individual choice.

Northbourne's Food Promise ensures all our menus offer freshly cooked, appetising and nutritionally balanced meals including:

- Cooked breakfast everyday
- Wholesome homemade soup everyday
- Freshly baked biscuits and cakes everyday
- Traditional Sunday Roast
- Fish and Chip Friday

Our Chefs understand the nutritional needs of older people and ensure that our meals are prepared using fresh, seasonal ingredients.

We serve tasty, wholesome dishes and involve residents in selecting our menus at a local level. We offer daily choice of meals and cater for special dietary needs and preferences, helping keep our residents healthy and well nourished.

Northbourne - Dining

Our care home organises and arranges a variety of opportunities for our residents to enjoy daily activities in our home and in the local community.

We work in partnership with the National Association for Providers of Activities for Older People (NAPA) and encourage activities that enhance our residents’ lifestyle, health and wellbeing.

Residents preferred activities, interests and ability are discussed when they move in and an agreed plan ensures that these requests are fulfilled (wherever possible). Our residents’ suggestions for activities also help shape the planning process.

We organise supervised day trips to leisure facilities and places of interest as well as social events in the home, including themed restaurant evenings, arts and crafts, quizzes and regular entertainers.

Northbourne - Activities

Activities calendar

Day Morning Lunch Afternoon Evening
Monday Coffee morning No activity Baking No activity
Tuesday Hairdresser No activity Film club No activity
Wednesday Armchair exercises (fortnightly) Church service (monthly) Games afternoon No activity
Thursday Gardening club No activity Knit & natter Gentlemen's club
Friday Pet therapy (monthly) Fish & chip lunch No activity Trip to the pub
Saturday No activity No activity Arts & crafts No activity
Sunday No activity No activity Afternoon tea (monthly) No activity

Health

At Northbourne, our caring and attentive staff work with our residents and their loved ones to create a detailed care plan which ensures our residents individual health and care needs are met.

We know how important it is to care for our residents with the dignity and respect they deserve and this is at the heart of what we do at Northbourne care home.

Our health and social care partners include:
- A GP who is available on request
- A hairdresser visits every week
- A chiropodist visits on request
- A dentist and optician who visit the home
- The district nurse and physiotherapist who visit by arrangement
- Holistic therapist visits can be arranged

Pricing information

We endeavour to be completely transparent about all our charges and fees. For further information please contact us.

How much does it cost?

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Our current private weekly fee at Northbourne is from £1,080. This can vary due to resident dependency, size of room and location. Our Home Manager and other colleagues will be happy to discuss fees and any other questions you may have about paying for care.

What is included in care home fees?

For many people, moving to a care home is a big decision and it can be difficult to know where to start. Care home fees are based on a range of factors, including specific care needs, which can change over time.

Living in an Anchor care home you can be confident that a single fee covers the cost of your personally tailored 24 hour care and support, utility bills and meals, as well as a fantastic range of daily activities. In an Anchor care home our weekly charge includes:
- cost of personal care
- accommodation
- utilities e.g. heating and light
- all resident catering, meals, snacks and drinks
- laundry undertaken on the premises
- television licence, including for person use
- housekeeping services.

The following extra items and services are not covered by the weekly fees, however we can arrange for them to be provided (at an additional cost):
- professional hairdressing
- personal copies of newspapers or magazines
- personal purchases such as stationery, confectionery, toiletries etc.
- clothing, shoes and slippers
- dry cleaning
- private telephone line rental and calls and cable connections.

In the absence of free provision by the NHS, we can also arrange for the following healthcare services to be provided, these will be charged in addition to the weekly fees:
- chiropody
- optometry
- dentistry
- physiotherapy
- other privately arranged healthcare
- care staff accompaniment to regular medical appointments.

No upfront deposit is required at any of Anchor’s care homes to secure a room.

At Anchor we pride ourselves on offering a truly tailored approach to care and therefore need to fully understand your needs to provide you with an accurate fee estimate. Please call us to discuss your specific care needs today. Alternatively we welcome you to visit us to discuss your situation face-to-face.

Want more information on care home fees?

Learning about the different funding options available to you can also help you feel confident in your decisions. Anchor know that securing care home funding can sometimes appear a rather daunting task and so to help we have put together a free guide covering requesting assistance, top up fees and third-party payments.

Care home fees

Alison Fryer

Alison Fryer

Care Home Manager

Our customers and colleagues take great pride in our home, the care, support and stimulation offered to make happy living for the years ahead. Please come and visit us and see for yourself.


Emma Eagle

Emma Eagle

Deputy Manager

Here at Northbourne we take a great deal of pride in the fantastic care we offer.


Joanne Gregory

Joanne Gregory

Administrator

I'm here to help customers and their families feel confident in their choice and ensure they feel supported and in control. Pop in and see our home for yourself.

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Sara Thomson appointed as Interim Chief Risk Officer for Anchor
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13 May 2025

Sara Thomson appointed as Interim Chief Risk Officer for Anchor

Anchor is delighted to welcome Sara Thomson as Interim Chief Risk Officer (CRO).

Shaping a career in care: The role and responsibilities of the Service Improvement team
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13 May 2025

Shaping a career in care: The role and responsibilities of the Service Improvement team

Asa Johnson is Anchor’s National Service Improvement Manager and leads a team of Service Improvement Advisors. In his blog, he shares how he came into the role and his day-to-day responsibilities.

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12 May 2025

The importance of personalised dementia care

Asa Johnson, our Service Improvement Manager, shares his expert view on personalised dementia care in a featured article on the Care Choices website.

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9 May 2025

Last night, our home was filled with laughter, memories, and community spirit as we came together to mark VE Day in true Northbourne style.

From the delicious food to the joyful singing and the sea of Union Jacks, it was a celebration our residents and team won’t soon forget.

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8 May 2025

A heartfelt thank you to everyone who joined us this evening for our VE Day celebration. From the beautiful decorations and nostalgic music to the laughter, dancing, and shared stories, it was an evening to remember.

We’re so grateful to our incredible team for all their hard work in bringing the event to life, and to our residents, families, and friends who helped fill the room with joy, pride, and community spirit.

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Northbourne Twitter post
8 May 2025

Today, we pause to remember a generation who showed resilience in the face of uncertainty and hope in times of hardship.
Our residents carry memories that connect us to the past… stories of courage, unity, and life on the home front. It’s a privilege to hear them, share them, and honour them.
At Northbourne, every day is a chance to celebrate the lives and legacies of those who were there.🇬🇧💜

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Northbourne Twitter post
7 May 2025

Join us for a Special VE Day Celebration!
Tomorrow at 6PM | Hosted by Northbourne’s Choir

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How Extra Care helped one resident gain back their independence
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7 May 2025

How Extra Care helped one resident gain back their independence

Hear from Mick, one of our residents, about how moving to Anchor Extra Care Housing helped him regain his independence after a brain injury.

Marking the 80th anniversary of VE Day
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1 May 2025

Marking the 80th anniversary of VE Day

8 May 2025 sees the 80th anniversary of VE Day, an international celebration of the arrival of peace in Europe and an important moment for Anchor's residents and colleagues. Read more.

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1 May 2025

On Thursday the 8th of May at 6pm we are hosting a victory in Europe evening celebration.

Our Thursday choir will be attending where we will sing songs from this time and share our own memories and experiences.

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29 April 2025

On Sunday we enjoyed a wonderful coffee afternoon- Chloe was chief barista making a selection of delicious coffees! ☕️🫖💜

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29 April 2025

On Friday we welcomed the wonderful Dave Brewis to perform for our residents….its always a wonderful afternoon when Dave performs! 🎤🎸💜

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Northbourne Twitter post
29 April 2025

Thursday afternoon choir is always our favourite time of the week.

Judith and co are currently in the process of arranging a VE Day evening with poetry and memories from our residents and a selection of war time songs….more information coming soon! 🇬🇧💜

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Welcoming you

To start your enquiry simply click 'Enquire now' at the top of the page and either call us or complete an online enquiry form.

We’ll provide you with full details of the home, along with any other information you’d like, such as sample menus and activity schedules.

Whether you’re looking to stay with us permanently, or for a short break, we’d be delighted to take you on a show round of the home in person. Simply book a visit with the home manager once you’ve made your enquiry.

If you or your loved one doesn’t live nearby or are unable to visit in person we can provide a virtual show round. Either way, we’re keen to show you what daily life is like here and for you to meet our friendly team.

We hope you decide, following your visit, that you or your loved one would like to move into the home, in which case we’ll organise a pre-assessment to make sure we can meet all your care needs.

Our friendly onsite team will discuss every area of moving-in with you in detail to make sure you and your loved-one know exactly what to expect and feel confident, safe and welcomed when coming to live with us.

Before you move in, we will find out if there are any of your possessions that you wish us to place in your room before you arrive. Please bring your family photographs and most treasured possessions to help make your room your home.

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We understand how important visits are for everyone and we welcome regular visits from family and friends. We also actively support our residents to enjoy visits away from the care home.

Each of our homes is different and the manager of the care home you’re interested in will provide all the information you need around visiting.

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Durham Road, Low Fell, Gateshead, Tyne and Wear, NE9 5AR

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