South Chowdene Nursing Home in Chowdene, Gateshead
Located in Low Fell, a quiet residential area in Gateshead, South Chowdene care home is surrounded by beautifully landscaped gardens. It provides 24-hours nursing care, in addition to personal support to frail older people, people with long-term illnesses, people with disabilities or sensory deficits and people who need support generally.
Care and support at our nursing home is delivered through personalised care planning, a process that begins with assessment, carried out before admission where possible, and completed with the individual concerned, together with relatives. More information is built up on admission and over time as we get to know the person and their family. The care plan covers areas like needs, risks, likes and dislikes, so it provides a basis for areas as diverse as deciding about activities programmes, looking at any rehabilitative medical needs and discussions with our chef about diet (who will make sure meal choices reflect individual tastes). Regular reviews with the person we support, relatives, our team and any relevant health professional are an important element of the system.
We are always happy to see visitors or to help callers with advice.
Types of care
Striving for the highest possible quality care at our home is at the centre of everything we do, and helping residents to maintain their independence, dignity and individuality for as long as possible is an important goal for all who work here. Personal needs and desires are always taken into consideration, so that we can deliver the best quality, bespoke care to everyone we support.
Nursing care
Respite / Short stay
Facilities
Day trips
Internet access/wifi
Laundry
Nutritious & delicious menus
Amenities on site
Care duration
Accommodation
Our Team
Kelly Angus
Hi, my name is Kelly and I am an Operations Manager, currently supporting at South Chowdene.
I started my career in social care at the age of 17 as a laundry assistant and it very quickly became clear to me that the health sector was an area I loved.
From working as a laundry assistant, I then became a carer. I was extremely keen to learn all I could and develop my knowledge and skills. I successfully completed my NVQ 2 in direct care. I immediately went onto complete NVQ level 3, before progressing to Unit Manager for a newly built 20 bedded dementia care unit with great success.
I left to complete my nurse training and after 3 years working in Accident and Emergency, I returned to the care home where my career had all begun. I simply love supporting and making people feel better and good about themselves.
I am constantly looking at how to improve a persons’ quality of care and day to day life. I look forward to meeting you when you visit the home.
Our staff are like family
At Barchester, we’re cultivating an environment where you’ll have more than just a career – you’ll have a family.
Our peopleBarchester’s Charitable Foundation distributes over £150,000 per year to individuals and small community groups/charities across England, Scotland and Wales.
Find out moreLife at South Chowdene Care Home
Life at our home is composed of many key elements, not least of all, a dedicated team who strive to deliver high quality care, exciting activities and delicious food for the individuals we support. These services are enhanced by our excellent facilities, which serve to make residents’ time here as comfortable as possible.
Food & Nutrition
Our fantastic catering team are always on hand to prepare tasty and nutritious food with fresh, seasonal produce that is cooked to the highest of standards.
Find out moreActivities & Events
Our varied activities programme reflects the dedication of our skilled staff, who bring a certain uniqueness to the home, which can&apost be found anywhere else.
Find out moreCare & Facilities
Our home is equipped with a number of facilities and features that serve to enhance the lives of those we support.
Find out moreWhat people say about us
South Chowdene Nursing Home in Chowdene, Gateshead
CQC Overall rating
30 April 2020
Your next steps to finding care
Our team are here to help you when you are ready to talk about the care and support you need. Please call our team to arrange a visit and come and take a look around our home.
Call our team for more information about our care home and to arrange a visit. Phone lines are open 8am-8pm
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Our fees and contract
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Frequently Asked Questions
South Chowdene Care Home offers Nursing care, Respite / Short stay.