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Care Provided by Eighton Lodge
Primary Care Categories
- Older Person Care
- Dementia
- Mental Health Condition
- Visual / Hearing Impairment
- Younger Adults
Length of Stay
- Permanent Care
- Respite Care
Care Types Provided
- Residential Care
- Dementia Residential Care
- For a maximum of 47 Service Users
Dementia Care TypesMild Dementia
Someone living with our definition of "mild dementia" might experience some or all of the following:
- Memory problems such as misplacing items and not be able to recall recent events (however, in some forms of dementia a person's memory may be unchanged)
- Difficulties thinking through problems and planning, making decisions
- Language and communication issues such as finding it difficult to recall the appropriate word in a conversation or following a conversation
- Poor orientation, getting lost in areas previously familiar to them
- Difficulty judging distances (more falls than usual)
- Changes in their normal mood including anxiety and depression
- In certain types of dementia, personality and behaviour changes may be present alongside or instead of issues with memory or concentration.
Moderate Dementia
Someone living with our definition of "moderate dementia" might experience some or all of the following:
- Worsened memory problems. Not always recognising own family members and friends. Repeating the same questions over and over again
- Worsened language and communication issues, forgetting what they are saying mid-sentence. Not being able to understand what someone else is saying
- More frequent confusion, e.g. about the time of day or where they are, including their own home
- Apathy, depression and anxiety
- Believing things that aren't true (paranoia)
- Frequent hallucinations
- Lack of emotional control, quick to anger, fearfulness, sadness
- Loss of inhibition
- Difficulties sleeping or waking during the night and behaving as though it is daytime - loss of circadian rhythm.
Advanced Dementia
Someone living with our definition of "severe dementia" might experience some or all of the following:
- Severe memory problems. Not recognising family members and friends. Not being able to recall their own name
- Severe language and communication issues, not being able to understand what someone else is saying
- Severe confusion, e.g. about the time of day or where they are, including their own home
- Apathy, depression and anxiety
- Believing things that aren't true (paranoia)
- Frequent hallucinations
- Lack of emotional control, quick to anger, fearfulness, sadness
- Loss of inhibition
- Difficulties sleeping or waking during the night and behaving as though it is daytime - loss of circadian rhythm.
Verbally or physically aggressive behaviour
If your loved one displays this type of behaviour you may need a care home that has specially trained staff. Verbal/physical aggression is often defined:
- Consistent shouting and screaming
- Verbal abuse
- Physical abuse
How we define Dementia Care Types
Mild Dementia
Someone living with our definition of "mild dementia" might experience some or all of the following:
- Memory problems such as misplacing items and not be able to recall recent events (however, in some forms of dementia a person's memory may be unchanged)
- Difficulties thinking through problems and planning, making decisions
- Language and communication issues such as finding it difficult to recall the appropriate word in a conversation or following a conversation
- Poor orientation, getting lost in areas previously familiar to them
- Difficulty judging distances (more falls than usual)
- Changes in their normal mood including anxiety and depression
- In certain types of dementia, personality and behaviour changes may be present alongside or instead of issues with memory or concentration.
Moderate Dementia
Someone living with our definition of "moderate dementia" might experience some or all of the following:
- Worsened memory problems. Not always recognising own family members and friends. Repeating the same questions over and over again
- Worsened language and communication issues, forgetting what they are saying mid-sentence. Not being able to understand what someone else is saying
- More frequent confusion, e.g. about the time of day or where they are, including their own home
- Apathy, depression and anxiety
- Believing things that aren't true (paranoia)
- Frequent hallucinations
- Lack of emotional control, quick to anger, fearfulness, sadness
- Loss of inhibition
- Difficulties sleeping or waking during the night and behaving as though it is daytime - loss of circadian rhythm.
Advanced Dementia
Someone living with our definition of "severe dementia" might experience some or all of the following:
- Severe memory problems. Not recognising family members and friends. Not being able to recall their own name
- Severe language and communication issues, not being able to understand what someone else is saying
- Severe confusion, e.g. about the time of day or where they are, including their own home
- Apathy, depression and anxiety
- Believing things that aren't true (paranoia)
- Frequent hallucinations
- Lack of emotional control, quick to anger, fearfulness, sadness
- Loss of inhibition
- Difficulties sleeping or waking during the night and behaving as though it is daytime - loss of circadian rhythm.
Verbally or physically aggressive behaviour
If your loved one displays this type of behaviour you may need a care home that has specially trained staff. Verbal/physical aggression is often defined:
- Consistent shouting and screaming
- Verbal abuse
- Physical abuse
How we define Dementia Care Types
- Mild Dementia
- Moderate Dementia
Other Care Provided
- Palliative / End of Life Care
- Convalescent Care
- Day Care
Facilities
- Own Furniture if required
- Pet Friendly (or by arrangement)
- Near Public Transport
- Minibus or other transport
- Lift
- Wheelchair Access
- Gardens
- Residents Kitchenette
- Phone Point in own room
- Television point in own room
- Residents Internet Access
Funding & Fees
Weekly Charges per Person
Room rates cover the individuals' personal care needs, their private room, laundry services, daily wellbeing planner (a wide variety of activities and events tailored to the service users including minibus trips) all main meals and regular snacks and refreshments. The rate does not cover private costs such as a hairdresser fee, although a hairdresser does visit the home on a weekly basis.
The price(s) shown are provided by the care home. Contact Eighton Lodge for full pricing details and T&Cs.
Contact Eighton Lodge to confirm what's included and get a personalised quote:
Funding Types Accepted
- Self-Funding (Private)
- Local Authority with Top-up
- Local Authority
- NHS Continuing Healthcare (CHC)
Good to Know
Group / Owner
- Wellburn Care Homes Ltd
- Private Owned
Person in charge
- Kalee Herron(Home Manager)
Local Authority / Social Services
Admission Information
- Mixed (no single-gender units)
- Ages 30+
Care Home Design/Build
- Purpose Built: No
- Last Refurbishment: 2024
- Number of floors: 2
Room Information
- Single Rooms (44)
- Single Rooms with ensuite Wet Room (44)
Visiting
- The team welcome visitors of residents and clients to the home and aim to be as flexible as possible. Visitors are welcome to pop-in but calling the home to pre-arrange a visit is preferred.
Parking
- Private parking on-site available.
Eighton Lodge Reviews (99)
Eighton Lodge has a Review Score of 9.9 (9.888) out of 10, based on 34 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Eighton Lodge has 99 reviews.
All the staff are amazing with my wife, nothing is too much of an effort, and the help is always there.
Thank you for taking the time to leave such a lovely review of our home. It is fantastic to hear that both you and your wife are having a positive experience of care with us here at Eighton Lodge, and that the hard work and dedication of our staff is helping your wife to settle in. We will ensure to pass your kind words on to the rest of the Eighton Lodge team.
The gardens here are beautiful and the food is great, there are plenty of option's.
There's always plenty going on and the options of bus trips to go on each month.
And the local area is great for going for walks and getting fresh air.
Thank you so much for taking the time to leave such a lovely review of our home! It is fantastic to hear that you and your wife love living here at Eighton Lodge - and we certainly love having you here with us! Our staff pride themselves on delivering the highest possible level of person-centred...
I am so grateful that Dad came here. Eighton Lodge staff are wonderful, problem-solving, kind, caring, can-do people. The home is really attractive, clean, well-managed, Dad's loving the food and I can sleep at night knowing that he is safe, well cared for and surrounded by staff who want the best for all their residents. Well Done Eighton Lodge, keep up the amazing work.
Thank you so much for taking the time to leave such a lovely review of our home! It is fantastic to hear that you and your loved ones have had such a positive experience of care with us here at Eighton Lodge, and it is clear that this is a making a difference to your dad's life. We are grateful for...
My dad has been a resident for a few months now. His first month was a bit unknown and shaky for him. However, the staff (Kylie) were absolutely fantastic at settling him in. All the staff from management, admin, domestics, not forgetting the amazing carers who thrive at their jobs, work so hard and have great relationships with the residents. Always so much entertainment and outings going on. The main aspect for myself and family is that my dad is safe and cared for when we leave.
What a wonderful review! We're so pleased to hear your father has had such a positive experience at Eighton Lodge and that our staff has been able to provide the care and support he needs. It's clear that our team has made a significant impact on his life, and we're grateful for the trust you've...
Very clean home, professional staff, great activities. Trips out too, which are varied. Really pleased we chose Eighton!
Thank you so much for your kind words! We're thrilled to hear that you've had such a positive experience with your mum's care. Our staff takes great pride in providing excellent support, and it's wonderful to know that their efforts have made a difference for you and your family. Your feedback is invaluable to us, and we'll ensure to pass this on to the team at Eighton Lodge.
Fabulous place, wonderful staff. Make the residents feel like its their place.
Thank you so much for your kind words! We're thrilled to hear that you've had such a positive experience with your loved one's care. Our staff takes great pride in providing excellent support, and it's wonderful to know that their efforts have made a difference for you and your family. Your feedback is invaluable to us, and we'll ensure to pass this on to the team at Eighton Lodge.
Fantastic care home my dad has really good care and really enjoys all aspects of his stay! I can't say anything negative the staff are amazing and go out their way to make patients comfortable and entertained. I'd highly recommend the place for anybody seeking care!
Thank you! We're so grateful that you've taken the time to leave such a lovely review of our home. It's fantastic to hear that your dad is loving his new home, and that you're so happy with the standard of his care. Our staff takes great pride in the amazing work they do, and it's clear that this...
Amazing staff. Such a clean home. I would highly recommend this home to anyone looking for a care home.
Thank you so much for taking the time to leave such a lovely review of our home! It's fantastic to hear that you've had such a positive experience of Eighton Lodge. We'll ensure that your kind words are passed on to the wider team.
The most amazing care home. He couldn't be more happy for my grandad. He is so settled and so happy. The staff are amazing. I would recommend this place in a heartbeat. Your family member will be well looked after.
Thank you so much for your kind words! We're thrilled to hear that you've had such a positive experience with your grandad's care. Our staff takes great pride in providing excellent support, and it's wonderful to know that their efforts have made a difference for you and your family. Your feedback is invaluable to us, and we'll ensure to pass this on to the team at Eighton Lodge.
My Mother and Father in law came to Eighton Lodge in August 2025 following a period of respite in July . From the very first day the staff have been fantastic with them both, making them feel at home and welcome. This place is more like a family home than care facility. The staff are all so kind and caring and genuinely care for all of the residents and families. My father in law sadly passed away 3 weeks ago and the care and compassion shown to him and my mother in law and been outstanding . He was cared for with kindness and dignity and the continued support they are providing to my mother in law makes a difficult time easier knowing she is surrounded by such a caring, dedicated team.
Thank you so much for sharing this feedback. We are truly sorry for your loss and are honoured to have been able to support your mother and father-in-law during such a difficult time. It's wonderful to hear that our team's kindness, compassion, and dedication made a positive difference in their...
My grandparents have been living at Eighton Lodge for a few months now, and the care they've both received has been incredible. Sadly, my grandpa passed away recently, but he did so under the most compassionate and attentive care we could have hoped for. Every single member of staff went above and beyond to make sure he was comfortable and treated with dignity, and the support they've shown my grandma during this difficult time has been outstanding.
She absolutely loves living there and truly feels it's her home. The staff are always kind, friendly, and welcoming - they greet us with a smile, offer drinks, and show such genuine care not just for the residents but also for family members who visit. It's so lovely to see the residents taken out on trips and doing activities, and they even took my grandma to get her nails done to cheer her up. We honestly can't thank them enough for everything they do.
Thank you so much for sharing such a heartfelt review. We are truly honored to have been able to support your grandparents during this difficult time and to have provided them with compassionate care. It's wonderful to hear that your grandma feels at home and that our team's efforts to create a...
No complaints at all. Wonderful staff.
Thank you so much for your kind words! We're delighted to hear you had a positive experience and that our staff made a wonderful impression. Your feedback means a lot to us. we'll ensure the team at Eighton Lodge receive this positive feedback!
I can't really find any fault at all.
The only thing I would say is that every room should have a shower and toilet.
Thank you so much for your kind words and positive feedback. We're delighted to hear that you're pleased with the care your mother and the residents receive. Your suggestion about having showers and toilets in every room is valuable. Our priority is to provide the best possible environment and...
I am so pleased my husband is in Eighton Lodge Care Home. It's such a warm, friendly home. The staff are amazing, including everyone. Care and support in the home is so valuable. Everyone is happy and pleasant, can't fault this home. One big happy family.
Thank you so much for your lovely review of our home! It's fantastic to hear that you've had such a positive experience of care with us here at Eighton Lodge, and that our care staff have made a difference to yours and your husband's lives. Each and every one of our staff takes great pride in...
I have been extremely impressed with this care home overall. The rooms are lovely and always clean. The facilities are modern and ideal for purpose and the food is of high quality. However I have been mostly impressed with the staff. They are very compassionate, polite, always helpful and have taken great care of my parents up until my father's recent passing.
They take a very common sense approach to care, prioritising accordingly and are wonderful with the residents. The end of life care for my father was a great comfort.
I was surprised recently when even the management and admin staff were helping with routine jobs.
My mother and father both loved the staff and my mother is very happy to remain at Eighton Lodge. I would definitely highly recommend this care home to others.
What a wonderful review! We're so pleased to hear your parents have had such a positive experience at Eighton Lodge and that our staff have been able to provide the care and support they need and needed. It's clear that our team have made a significant impact on all of your lives, and we're...
I can't praise the home enough. The staff have time and patience with everyone. Me and my family are so happy Dad is here, we know he is well cared for and safe.
Thank you so much for your kind words! We're thrilled to hear that you've had such a positive experience with your father's care. Our staff takes great pride in providing excellent support, and it's wonderful to know that their efforts have made a difference for you and your family. Your feedback is invaluable to us, and we'll ensure to pass this on to the team at Eighton Lodge.
First class staff with smiles on there faces all of the time, & Im very happy my mum is being looked after by these wonderfull people
Thank you so much for your kind words and thoughtful review. We are delighted to hear that our team's compassion and dedication have made a positive impact on your mum's experience at Eighton Lodge. Our staff takes great pride in treating every resident like family, and your trust in us means the...
Very welcoming. All the staff smile and greet you when you enter. You can feel this warmth in the whole atmosphere. Residents, visitors and staff all socialise in the lounge area - so you gradually get to know everyone's name. The food is very good too. I feel Eighton Lodge is very well manged - its a happy ship!
Thank you so much for your kind words! We're thrilled to hear that you've had such a positive experience with the care at Eighton Lodge. Our staff takes great pride in providing excellent support, and it's wonderful to know that their efforts have made a difference for you and your family. Your feedback is invaluable to us, and we'll ensure to pass this on to the team at Eighton Lodge.
During a very worrying time for my dad and us as a family. The staff have been nothing less than first class helping us as a family during this extremely difficult time.
Thank you so much for your kind words! We're thrilled to hear that you've had such a positive experience with your dad's care. Our staff takes great pride in providing excellent support, and it's wonderful to know that their efforts have made a difference for you and your family. Your feedback is invaluable to us, and we'll ensure to pass this on to the team at Eighton Lodge.
During this upsetting painful time for us as a family, the staff have been nothing other than first class with my husband and our family. I really cannot recommend them enough.
Thank you so much for your kind words! We're thrilled to hear that you've had such a positive experience with your loved one's care. Our staff takes great pride in providing excellent support, and it's wonderful to know that their efforts have made a difference for you and your family. Your feedback is invaluable to us, and we'll ensure to pass this on to the team at Eighton Lodge.
Regulatory Rating
Care Quality Commission (CQC) Rating
Date: 30 September 2024Good
- CaringGood
- EffectiveGood
- ResponsiveGood
- SafeGood
- Well-ledGood
Inspection ratings
We rate most services according to how safe, effective, caring, responsive and well-led they are, using four levels:
- Outstanding - The service is performing exceptionally well.
- Good - The service is performing well and meeting our expectations.
- Requires Improvement - The service isn't performing as well as it should and we have told the service how it must improve.
- Inadequate - The service is performing badly and we've taken action against the person or organisation that runs it.
- Not rated - we have not yet rated this area of the service, this is normally because the assessments we have carried out have been focused on other key questions.
Bed Vacancies
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Awards / Recognitions (11)
- 30 Jan 2026Recipient: Wellburn Care Homes Ltd
- 31 Jan 2025Recipient: Wellburn Care Homes Ltd
- 31 Jan 2024Recipient: Wellburn Care Homes Ltd
Meet the Team (2)

Kalee’s journey with Wellburn Care Homes started in November 2021 as Deputy Manager at Ryton Towers care home. As of 2024, Kalee is now the Home Manager of Eighton Lodge. Having worked in the care sector for 14 years before joining Wellburn, Kalee brings a wealth of knowledge and experience in providing excellent residential care.
Qualifications include:- NVQ Levels 2 and 3
- Level 5 in Leadership and Management in Care
- Specialises in a Level 2 dementia qualification
- Level 2 Medication
- End-of-life champion

Keren's journey with Wellburn Care Homes started in 2018 working for Whorlton Grange before being made Team Leader shortly after joining. Keren then moved over to our Eighton Lodge home in 2022 before being promoted to Deputy Manager of Eighton Lodge in April 2022.
Qualifications include:- NVQs Levels 2, 3 and 5
- Train the Trainer
Frequently Asked Questions about Eighton Lodge
What types of Care is Eighton Lodge registered for?
Older Person Care, Dementia, Mental Health Condition, Visual / Hearing Impairment, Younger Adults are the registered (by the Care Quality Commission) categories of Care.
How many Rooms does Eighton Lodge have?
There are 44 Single Rooms.
What are the Facilities & Services at Eighton Lodge?
Own Furniture if required, Pet Friendly (or by arrangement), Near Public Transport, Minibus or other transport, Lift, Wheelchair Access, Gardens, Residents Kitchenette, Phone Point in own room, Television point in own room, Residents Internet Access are some of the Facilities & Services.
How far is Eighton Lodge to the centre of Gateshead?
3.2 mile(s) as the crow flies, distance by road may be significantly further.
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