Ashwood Park Residential & Nursing Home

Seaside Lane, Easington Colliery, Peterlee SR8 3XZ
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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 What's typically included?

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 J D (Resident) assisted by family/friend published on 22 February 2022 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
The staff have been excellent and very caring. I'm really enjoying my stay here.
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Review from A T (Husband of Resident) published on 16 February 2022 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
Every member of staff I have dealt with from management, nursing, caring, cleaning and laundry, nothing has been too much trouble. Everyone does their job cheerfully in what can only be difficult times for care homes. In a nutshell, I have no complaints at all.
I have not given a mark next to activities
as due to covid outbreaks in the care home there have been no activities in January.
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Review from P O (Respite Resident) published on 16 February 2022 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
A homely atmosphere and friendly service at all times. A very supportive staff.
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Review from Michelle R (Daughter of Resident) published on 14 February 2022 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
Ashwood made my dad feel very welcome considering how he was feeling leaving hospital. He had never been in a care environment and although his medical needs have changed he likes to try and keep his independence. Although for physical reasons he couldn't do this the staff were excellent to keep him
positive and always reassured him and provided him with dignity and conversation to keep him interested. He was very reluctant initially having to stay but after leaving 8 weeks later I think he will miss the company and staff and reassurance you offered. Communication was very good throughout. Thank you from all the family.
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Review from Jeff E (Son of Resident) published on 23 November 2021 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
All the staff are extremely helpful, kind and professional. My father has been very happy and his health has improved greatly.
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Review from T P (Daughter of Resident) published on 23 November 2021 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I am so impressed and reassured by the facility, the atmosphere, and the friendly personalities of the staff here. I am so impressed also by my Dad's health - he looks very happy and healthy - he's gained back a healthy weight. He talks very fondly about every single staff member. I am so grateful for
everyone's dedication.
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Review from Yvonne P (Daughter of Resident) published on 23 November 2021 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
All the staff at Ashwood Park are very friendly and professional. Two members of staff, in particular, are great and always keep us informed about my dad. The home is clean and tidy and the facilities are good.
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Review from Janet A (Daughter of Resident) published on 23 November 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My father was resident on the ICP unit for several weeks. The care he received was outstanding and has undoubtedly helped his rehabilitation. The staff are lovely, helpful and hardworking people. We are very grateful for the care he received. I understand the catering was excellent too. If the owners
could give the rooms a little refresh it might be approaching perfection at Ashwood Park! Thank you to all of the super staff.
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Review from Elizabeth G (Daughter-in-law of Resident) published on 26 October 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My mother-in-law was well looked after. The staff were always cheerful and bend over backwards to be helpful. When we needed to phone, we always got through straight away and were never rushed or fobbed off. We were kept informed at all times. All the staff are very hardworking and need a medal.
Reply from Fae Doherty, Senior Marketing Officer at Ashwood Park Residential & Nursing Home
Thank you for your review and such kind words about our team. Our team really do pride themselves on the care they provide. Best wishes, Fae.
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Review from J B (Respite Resident) published on 7 October 2021 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
I just want to say that the staff who looked after me were wonderful and so caring. Thank you so much!
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Review from M L (Friend of Resident) published on 12 August 2021 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Since my friend came into Ashwood Park nursing unit she has been treated with care dignity and respect, both on a professional and personal level. The staff took the time to get to know her and have tended to her every need and though sometimes situations due to her illness have been somewhat distressing
and frustrating the staff have worked through it and given me reassurance. All of the staff here have also made me feel welcome whenever I visit. They have my utmost respect.
Reply from Fae Doherty, Senior Marketing Officer at Ashwood Park Residential & Nursing Home
Thank you so much for such kind words about our home and team - it is wonderful to hear how welcome you feel at Ashwood Park and how happy you are with the care provided to your friend. It is so…read more
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Review from Mary S (Resident) published on 12 August 2021 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Very Good, nice staff, no complaints.
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Review from Winifred S (Resident) published on 12 August 2021 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
The people are true and the food is good. I have made some good friends in the home.
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Review from Wendy C (Daughter of Resident) published on 12 August 2021 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Very caring staff, Mums seem very happy with her care. Staff are very pleasant.
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Review from Keith H (Resident) published on 12 August 2021 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
It's quite nice, good food, helpful staff.
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Review from Henry P (Resident) published on 12 August 2021 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Nice and clean and feels like home.
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Review from S M (Resident) published on 16 June 2021 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 3.0 out of 5
Feel very sorry for staff who are very much overworked at times and feel as though there should be more, as often 2 staff are required to attend to one patient. Food is good and staff very helpful. The overall standard is quite good.
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Review from Martin C (Resident) published on 14 June 2021 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Good food, good staff and a caring sense of loyalty among the residents.
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Review from Eileen M (Resident) published on 14 June 2021 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Nice staff.
Good food.
Made friends.
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Review from Christine S (Resident) published on 14 June 2021 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Comfortable, clean, good food, excellent care and all staff.
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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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