Birch Hill Care Centre is situated in the Northumbrian village of Norham, located in extensive grounds, the care home provides care for up to 24 adults over the age of 65 living with dementia.
Generous staffing ratios ensure the standard of care provided is consistently high and includes a team of visiting professionals including a doctor, dentist, optician and chiropodist, hairdresser and beauty therapist.
All residents have their own private bedroom and are encouraged to bring personal possessions to make their room feel just like home. For people living with dementia, it is particularly important to be surrounded by familiar items such as photographs, ornaments and person possessions, to provide a sense of emotional security and promote wellbeing.
Group: BEN - Motor & Allied Trades Benevolent Fund
Person in charge: Nicola Hall (Care Centre Manager)
Local Authority / Social Services: Northumberland County Council (click for contact details)
Type of Service: Care Home only (Residential Care) – Voluntary / Not for Profit Owned , Registered for a maximum of 26 Service Users
Registered Care Categories*: Dementia • Old Age • Physical Disability • Sensory Impairment
Specialist Care Categories: Alzheimer's
Admission Information: Ages 65+.
Single Rooms: 26
Rooms with ensuite WC: 10
Weekly Charges Guide: Personal Care Single £622 – £671 (These prices are only a guideline, please contact Birch Hill to find out the exact price for your requirements.) (These prices are only a guideline, please contact Birch Hill to find out the exact price for your requirements.)
Facilities & Services: Own GP if required • Own Furniture if required • Smoking not permitted • Close to Local shops • Near Public Transport • Minibus or other transport • Lift • Stairlift • Wheelchair access • Gardens for residents • Television point in own room
Latest Care Quality Commission* Report on Birch Hill: click here
* Care Quality Commission is responsible for the registration and inspection of social care services in England.