Ashwood Park Residential & Nursing Home

Seaside Lane, Easington Colliery, Peterlee SR8 3XZ
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  • Ashwood Park Residential & Nursing Home, Peterlee
With a team devoted to enriching the lives of their residents, Ashwood Park has a warm family feel the moment you walk through the door.

Providing residential, nursing, dementia and palliative care, the team also offers respite care breaks, which are ideal for family carers who would like to plan a short break themselves, knowing their loved one is in safe hands.

The team support the residents to play a very active role in how their home is run, and there’s a resident ambassador who provides feedback on everything from the menu to the activities on offer, as well as welcoming new staff and residents.

There are so many engaging activities, from baking and pamper sessions, with manicures and hand massages, to singalongs with the piano. The residents enjoy regular entertainers, who fill the home with music.

Mealtimes are a real highlight of the day, with the chef preparing delicious home-cooked meals and freshly baked cakes for afternoon tea.

Ashwood Park has a beautiful hair salon, for regular appointments with the mobile hairdresser, and there is a secure courtyard garden, home to ducks Pip, Hamish and Bonnie!   

There are so many spaces to relax with loved ones, who are welcome at any time, from the welcoming lounges and garden room to the café. And there is a private family and friends Facebook group.

The local community are embraced into life at Ashwood Park. Local school children regularly visit to enjoy activities and sing with the residents. And there are regular visits and outings with their fellow residents from Sanctuary Care’s neighbouring home.

Many of the residents love animals, so there are lots of visits from everything from dogs to animal therapy sessions with owls, guinea pigs and rabbits.

And there’s plenty to do outside the home, with trips to the Easington Beach, shopping centres, cafés, garden centres and the local school, the marina and pub lunches.
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Care Provided by Ashwood Park Residential & Nursing Home

Primary Care Categories

  • Older Person Care
  • Dementia

Length of Stay

  • Permanent Care
  • Respite Care

Care Types Provided

  • Residential Care
  • Nursing Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Dementia Nursing Care
  • For a maximum of 65 Service Users

Dementia Care Types

  • Mild Dementia
  • Moderate Dementia

Other Care Provided

  • Parkinson's Disease
  • Stroke
  • Palliative / End of Life Care
  • Convalescent Care
  • Day Care

Facilities

  • Own Furniture if required
  • Pet Friendly (or by arrangement)
  • Smoking not permitted
  • Close to Local shops
  • Near Public Transport
  • Minibus or other transport
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair Access
  • Gardens
  • Phone Point in own room
  • Television point in own room
  • Residents Internet Access

Funding & Fees

Weekly Charges per Person

  • Self-Funded Residential Care: from £1126
  • Self-Funded Nursing Care: from £1334
  • RESPITE Self-Funded Residential Care: from £1126

Our weekly fees are individual to each of our residents and are subject to a pre-admission assessment, which is required to understand the level of care and support needed. Our 2025 weekly care fees for residential care start from £1126 and for nursing care £1334, but may be in the region of 30% more*. This depends on your care needs and the type of bedroom that is right for you, from our standard rooms through to our premium bedroom options.


*If you require more specialist care such as 1-2-1 support, your weekly fee could be higher.

These prices are only a guideline, please contact Ashwood Park Residential & Nursing Home to find out the exact price for your requirements.

Contact Ashwood Park Residential & Nursing Home to confirm what exactly is included and get an estimate tailored to your care needs:

Funding Types Accepted

  • Self Funding (Private)
  • Local Authority with Top Up
  • Local Authority
  • NHS Continuing Healthcare (CHC)

Support you may be entitled to

If you chose a care home based in England, you may be eligible for NHS Funded Nursing Care (FNC), which helps cover the cost of nursing. This is worth £254.06 per week and is usually paid directly to the care home.

Contact Ashwood Park Residential & Nursing Home to confirm what exactly is included and get an estimate tailored to your care needs:

Good to Know

Person in Charge

  • Denise Newton (Manager)

Local Authority / Social Services

Admission Information

  • Ages 65+

Care Home Design/Build

  • Purpose Built: Yes
  • Last Refurbishment: 2005

Room Information

  • Single Rooms (65)

Parking

  • Private Car Park

Ashwood Park Residential & Nursing Home Reviews (193)

9.8

Ashwood Park Residential & Nursing Home has a Review Score of 9.8 (9.795) out of 10, based on 66 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Ashwood Park Residential & Nursing Home has 193 reviews.

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Review from Barbara R (Daughter of Resident) published on 6 June 2024 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My mother received excellent end-of-life care. The staff were very attentive and met all of her needs.
Everyone was very caring and efficient.
They are all an amazing team and work so well together.
They kept me informed about everything.
Excellent care and nursing home.
Reply from Kate Yates, Communications and Content Specialist at Ashwood Park Residential & Nursing Home
Thank you for your five star review for Ashwood Park, the team will be proud to read you kind words, especially written at such a difficult time.
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Review from Julie F (Daughter of Resident) published on 1 May 2024 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Our father has been here for 2 months. The staff are amazing he has settled into his new life here. They always have time for us when we visit and give us regular updates. For our family to know he is cared for is so special as he smiles and laughs. Thanks so much to all the staff from our family.
Reply from Kate Yates, Communications and Content Specialist at Ashwood Park Residential & Nursing Home
Thank you for your wonderful five star review for Ashwood Park, we are delighted your father has settled in so quickly.
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Review from Dorothy D (Partner of Resident) published on 9 April 2024 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
Since my partner has come to stay at Ashwood Park I feel very content knowing he is safe and well looked after.
Reply from Kate Yates, Communications and Content Specialist at Ashwood Park Residential & Nursing Home
Thank you for your review for Ashwood Park, it's so important that loved ones have peace of mind so it's wonderful to hear you are so happy with your partner's care.
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Review from T H (Daughter of Resident) published on 28 March 2024 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My dad came for respite, it's been brilliant. All the staff are very friendly and very helpful. The home itself is very clean and they make sure their residents are kept happy and well cared for.
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Review from V P (Partner of Resident) published on 28 March 2024 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
As I've experienced a previous nursing home. I'm so impressed with the care my partner has received.
As he can be very disrupted the carers seem to have so much patience with him, they keep on to make sure he is up for breakfast and washes which is no easy task. But as time goes on my partner seems
to be very happy here.
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Review from Carol C (Wife of Resident) published on 27 March 2024 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Can't speak highly enough, been highly satisfied with every aspect of care. Thank you.
Reply from Fae Doherty, Senior Marketing Officer at Ashwood Park Residential & Nursing Home
Thank you for taking the time to review our care home. We are thrilled to hear how pleased you are with the care our wonderful team provides.
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Review from S S (Friend of Resident) published on 15 March 2024 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
The care is so good and I'm really happy that the resident has settled. Food seems okay but he is so fussy it wouldn't be right. Hopefully the physios will get him mobile.
Reply from Kate Yates, Communications and Content Specialist at Ashwood Park Residential & Nursing Home
Thank you for your review of Ashwood Park, we are so happy your friend has settled so quickly.
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Review from Angela F (Daughter of Resident) published on 26 February 2024 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I find the staff very friendly and caring. My mam is well looked after and feel comforted knowing she is there safe and well.
Reply from Kate Yates, Communications and Content Specialist at Ashwood Park Residential & Nursing Home
Thank you for your five-star review for Ashwood Park, we are so pleased you have the peace of mind of knowing your mother is receiving such wonderful care.
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Review from Kevin L (Son-in-law of Resident) published on 26 February 2024 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
The home is so clean, the staff are very good at their jobs, always talking and smiling to people.
Reply from Kate Yates, Communications and Content Specialist at Ashwood Park Residential & Nursing Home
Thank you for your review for Ashwood Park, the team certainly is fantastic and will be delighted to read your comments.
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Review from Lyndon O (Son of Resident) published on 26 February 2024 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Our mother is well cared for. The staff have always been friendly and helpful.
Reply from Kate Yates, Communications and Content Specialist at Ashwood Park Residential & Nursing Home
Thank you for your five-star review for Ashwood Park, the team will be very proud.
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Review from Katherine L (Daughter of Resident) published on 26 February 2024 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
The professional and friendly staff make you welcome. Cleanliness is fantastic.
Reply from Kate Yates, Communications and Content Specialist at Ashwood Park Residential & Nursing Home
Thank you for your review for Ashwood Park, the team will be pleased to read your comments.
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Review from Leslie N (Sister of Resident) published on 20 February 2024 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My brother has recently become a resident. I have visited him on numerous occasions. I have found the facilities and staff to be excellent and I must commend the care shown to my brother. I would definitely recommend this facility to anyone who asks. Continue with the good work!
Reply from Kate Yates, Communications and Content Specialist at Ashwood Park Residential & Nursing Home
Thank you for your five-star review, the team at Ashwood Park will be thrilled to read your comments about the way they care for your brother.
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Review from Judith T (Niece of Resident) published on 9 February 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
This experience has been second to none I cannot thank the staff in the home enough, always have the information I ask them for. I know it's the best in the area. Thank you all for taking really good care of my uncle, 5 stars from me.
Reply from Kate Yates, Communications and Content Specialist at Ashwood Park Residential & Nursing Home
Thank you for your five-star review, our team at Ashwood Park will be delighted to hear your wonderful feedback.
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Review from M G (Husband of Resident) published on 30 January 2024 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I would like to say a big thank you to all the staff during the Christman period. The food was excellent staff in their dress cheering residents and the entrance foyer was beautifully decorated.
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Review from Kathleen O (Daughter of Resident) published on 30 January 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My father was accommodated in the IC Unit for six weeks rehabilitation. Throughout his time on the unit, the care provided was excellent, the staff were not only efficient but also kind and caring with nothing seeming to be too much trouble for them. His needs were met at all times and the manager
of the unit was particularly helpful with no query/concern left unaddressed. Sadly my father could not be rehabilitated back home and we were supported throughout what was a particularly difficult time.
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Review from S P (Daughter of Resident) published on 29 January 2024 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
Mam only moved into Ashwwod last week (Wednesday 17/01/24) and to date, I am very impressed and happy with the care Mam is receiving. Space in room (spacious). Ensuite facility. lovely that Mam has her own. Clean and airy. Friendly and caring staff both to residents and visitors. Given help to eat and
encouraged to do so, good nutritious food. Encouraged to drink fluids (prompted). Too soon to say, however was glad to see a film on in the lounge today when I visited (Saturday 20/01/24). Presumably good entertainment. Mam has had 2 falls, fall risk is to be done next week.
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Review from Robert P (Partner of Resident) published on 18 January 2024 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
All accounts, first class, excellent.
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Review from David W (Son of Resident) published on 15 January 2024 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I found the staff to be informative and approachable on my visits. I feel the level of care my mam receives is second to none. Many thanks.
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Review from Deborah B (Daughter-in-law of Resident) published on 12 January 2024 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
It has been a very good experience. My mother-in-law has been well cared for. All aspects of her care have been covered from personal, physical and emotional. All staff have been friendly, caring and helpful. Nothing has been too much trouble for them. Thank you very much.
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Review from K B (Son of Resident) published on 12 January 2024 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
The staff and the care they provide have been very good.
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Current Review Score: 9.8 (9.795)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.8 (9.795) out of 10 for Ashwood Park Residential & Nursing Home is based on a) the Average Rating and b) the number of positive Reviews.

  1. The Average Rating is 4.8 out of 5 from 66 Reviews in the last 24 months.
  2. The score for the number of positive Reviews is 5.0 out of 5 from 66 positive Reviews in the last 24 months.

Detailed Breakdown of Review Score

The maximum Review Score for a Care Home is 10, which is made up from the Average Rating of Reviews (maximum of 5 points) and the Number of Reviews (maximum of 5 points) in the last 24 months:

  1. 5 Points are available for the Average Rating from all Reviews in the last 24 months. The Average Rating of 4.795 for Ashwood Park Residential & Nursing Home is calculated as follows: ( (621 Excellents x 5) + (133 Goods x 4) + (9 Satisfactorys x 3) + (2 Poors x 2) ) ÷ 765 Ratings = 4.795
  2. 5 Points are available for the number of Positive Reviews in the last 24 months. A Positive Review is defined as any Review with an 'Overall Experience' of '4' or '5' (out of a max rating '5'). The 5 Points relating to the number of positive Reviews for Ashwood Park Residential & Nursing Home is based on 66 positive Reviews in the last 24 months and is calculated as per below:

    The 5 points available are broken down as follows:

    1. 4 points are available for the first 10 Positive Reviews in the last 24 months; 3 points for the first Positive Review, and then 0.125 Points for each of the next four Positive Reviews and then 0.1 Points for the next five Positive Reviews. (1st = 3.000, 2nd = 0.125, 3rd = 0.125, 4th = 0.125, 5th = 0.125, 6th = 0.100, 7th = 0.100, 8th = 0.100, 9th = 0.100, 10th = 0.100) 3 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.1 + 0.1 + 0.1 + 0.1 + 0.1 = 4
    2. 1 point is available for the number of Positive Reviews reaching 20% of the registered maximum number of service users in the last 24 months. If this number is partially reached, then that proportion of 1 point is given. eg a Care Home registered for a maximum of 50 service users has to reach 10 Positive Reviews to receive 1 point, if it has 7 reviews it will receive 0.7 points. 20% of the 65 registered maximum number of service users is 13, which has been reached with 66 Positive reviews. Points = 1
  3. When a Review is submitted by someone who has previously submitted a Review, only the latest Review will count towards the Review Score.
  4. If a Care Home does not have a review in the last 24 months, then it will not have a Review Score.

Regulatory Rating

Care Quality Commission (CQC) Rating

Date: 24 Sep 2022

Overall Good

  • Caring Good
  • Effective Good
  • Responsive Good
  • Safe Good
  • Well-led Good
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Awards / Recognitions (8)

Meet the Team (7)

Denise

Denise Newton

Job Title: Home Manager Joined: 2014

Denise has led Ashwood Park for nearly 10 years and brings with her a wealth of experience with over 30 years as a qualified nurse. She loves the home and her team and says her residents are simply amazing!

Danielle

Danielle Martin

Job Title: Administrator Joined: 2007

I have worked at Ashwood Park for 17 years. The staff and residents are amazing and I love helping people.

Paula

Paula Ellis

Job Title: Catering Manager Joined: 2004

I have worked at Ashwood Park for 18 years. The atmosphere is friendly and everyone gets on so well.

Ray

Ray Harris

Job Title: Maintenance Man Joined: 2010

Working at Ashwood Park for over 13 years, Ray gets a lot of satisfaction from making sure Ashwood stays in tip-top condition and making friends with all their wonderful residents.

Debra

Debra Egan

Job Title: Care Assistant Joined: 2005

Debra loves to look after and care for our residents.

Kayode

Kayode Agboola

Job Title: Nurse Joined: 2021

I have worked at Ashwood Park for two years. The team are very supportive and I am enjoying the experience.

Tina

Tina Bargh

Job Title: Care Assistant Joined: 2001

I have worked at Ashwood Park for 22 years. I get on with everybody, it’s a nice place to work.

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