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Primrose House Care Home

2 Crowhall Lane, Felling, Gateshead, Tyne & Wear NE10 9PU
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My father has flourished during his first eighteen months at Primrose House Care HomeKaren M(Daughter of Resident/Service User)
Primrose House Care Home, Gateshead
the way her face lights up when members of staff come into her room says everythingJohn H(Nephew of Resident/Service User)
Primrose House Care Home, Gateshead
Primrose House Care Home, Gateshead

Situated in Felling, Gateshead, Primrose House Care Home offers residential and nursing care for up to 65 adults.

With an experienced and compassionate team, residents receive personalised care designed around their individual needs and requirements. The team strive to create a positive and welcoming environment, aiming to ease residents and their loved ones into life at the home.

Inside Primrose House there are well presented bedrooms and spacious living and...  

Care Provided by Primrose House Care Home

Primary Care Categories

  • Older Person Care
  • Dementia
  • Physical Disability
  • Visual / Hearing Impairment

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
  • Advanced/Complex Dementia

Other Care Provided

  • Parkinson's Disease
  • Stroke
  • Palliative / End of Life Care
  • Convalescent 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
  • Residents Kitchenette
  • Phone Point in own room
  • Television point in own room
  • Residents Internet Access

Funding & Fees

Weekly Charges per Person

Type of carePermanentRespite
Residential CareFrom £1,100N/A
Residential Dementia CareFrom £1,100N/A
Nursing CareFrom £1,250N/A
Nursing Dementia CareFrom £1,250N/A

Contact Primrose House Care Home 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)

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 £267.68 per week and is usually paid directly to the care home.

Good to Know

Group / Owner

Person in charge

  • Amanda Cavanagh (Home Manager)

Local Authority / Social Services

Admission Information

  • Ages 65+

Care Home Design/Build

  • Purpose Built: Yes
  • Year Purpose Built: -1
  • Last Refurbishment: 2017

Room Information

  • Single Rooms (65)
  • Single Rooms with ensuite Wet Room (4)

Parking

  • Ample parking front and back

Primrose House Care Home Reviews (56)

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9.1

Primrose House Care Home has a Review Score of 9.1 (9.103) out of 10, based on 27 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time Primrose House Care Home has 56 reviews.

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Review from W B (Daughter of Resident) published on 16 April 2025 Submitted via Postal Card
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I was a little worried about my mam going into Primrose House, as I had heard bad things about this place, am pleased I have been proved wrong, its 10 out of 10 from me the staff are excellent they no there job and keep me up to date always.

Reply from Bernadette Cromwell, Head of Marketing at Primrose House Care Home

Thank you so much for your kind and honest review! Your feedback means a lot to the team!

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Review from T P (Granddaughter of Resident) published on 7 March 2025 Submitted via Postal Card
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There is always a good atmosphere on my grandad's floor. The staff are always welcoming and great with my grandad. Grandad always looks clean and happy when I visit him which means a lot to me, the past few years have been hard when it comes down to my grandad's diagnosis but with the staff here looking after him, I can now relax and sleep at night. Thank you to all the staff who are looking after him.

Reply from Bernadette Cromwell, Head of Marketing at Primrose House Care Home

Thank you so much for your kind words. We're truly honored to care for your grandad and are so glad to hear that he's happy, well looked after, and comfortable. It means the world to us to know that our team's efforts bring you peace of mind. We'll continue to provide the best care possible, and we're grateful for your trust in us.

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Review from Barbara T (Resident / Service User) published on 7 February 2025 Submitted via Postal Card
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Excellent! The staff are excellent, they take care of all of my needs. They are very friendly and helpful and I am glad I live here.

All of the facilities are good. I enjoy being in the lounge and mixing with other residents. The home frequently bring in singers and I like to see the therapy dog each week.

Reply from Bernadette Cromwell, Head of Marketing at Primrose House Care Home

Thank you for your wonderful feedback! Your kind words mean a lot to us!

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Review from Gaynor K (Daughter of Resident) published on 7 February 2025 Submitted via Postal Card
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Lovely staff. Really happy that Dad is being cared for well. He's also happy with the food, so we have no complaints at all with his treatment.

Reply from Bernadette Cromwell, Head of Marketing at Primrose House Care Home

Thank you for your wonderful feedback! Your kind words mean a lot to us!

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Review from Steven F (Friend of Resident) published on 3 February 2025 Submitted via Website
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My friend moved into Primrose House 13 months ago and has settled in ok. The staff have been great with him, but they do seem to have a regular turnover of staff (carers), which is hard for my friend to understand and get used to. The home itself is showing signs of age, the lift broke down and was out of order for 3/4 weeks, he needs a wheelchair so was stuck on the third floor and couldn't get out, there were issues with the toilet/shower door which rendered the toilet/shower unusable for a number of days. His room does have great views and is kept clean, he spends all of his time in his room, as he is not very sociable, and the staff check on him regularly and keep him topped up with tea or coffee with biscuits. My friend does have issues at meal times, mainly due to his dental issues, and often sends his food back. Maybe diet requirements could be looked into.

Reply from Bernadette Cromwell, Head of Marketing at Primrose House Care Home

Thank you for your feedback. We're glad to hear that your friend has settled in and that the staff have been great with him. We apologise for the issues with the lift and the toilet/shower, and we'll take steps to address them. We'll also look into his dietary needs to ensure he's comfortable at mealtimes. Thank you for bringing these concerns to our attention.

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Review from Julia L (Daughter of Resident) published on 31 January 2025 Submitted via Postal Card
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The staff have been brilliant in looking after Mum and giving her the support she needs. All the staff are friendly and caring.

Reply from Bernadette Cromwell, Head of Marketing at Primrose House Care Home

Thank you for your lovely feedback. We're so pleased to hear that Mum is receiving the care and support she needs. Our team is dedicated to providing a friendly, caring environment, and we truly appreciate your trust in us.

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Review from K O (Daughter of Resident) published on 31 January 2025 Submitted via Postal Card
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We are happy with this place. My dad, even though he speaks a different language, is happy with his stay here.

Reply from Bernadette Cromwell, Head of Marketing at Primrose House Care Home

Thank you for your kind feedback. We're so glad to hear that your father is happy, and we're proud to provide a welcoming environment for all our residents, no matter their language or background!

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Review from Susan L (Daughter of Resident) published on 7 November 2023 Submitted via Website
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My dad moved into Primrose House in early August this year, when we could no longer care for him at home.
He was poorly and because of his condition exhibited some challenging behaviour.
The manager and deputy manager were welcoming and skilled at dealing with Dad and putting us all at ease.
Dad soon entered end-of-life Care at Primrose.
The manager and deputy manager and their teams of carers and nursing staff were amazing. They all provided Dad with cheerful, professional and dignified care during his last few weeks.
My son and I did shifts of sitting with my dad during his final days and we are forever grateful for the support we received from all the staff. Nothing was too much trouble.

This was a very stressful and difficult time for us all as a family but we feel lucky to have found Primrose House. Dad was looked after very well there in his final few weeks.

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Review from P W (Wife of Resident) published on 3 October 2023 Submitted via Postal Card
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It was the first time my husband had been in respite care. I was most concerned about his welfare/well-being and acceptance of his situation. On my unannounced initial enquiry visit, I was met by staff who were passionate about their work and were freely shown around the home without having any prior invitation. My fears were unfounded, he was well looked after in all aspects of care and even left his visitor on their own to go and sit with his 'new friend'. The staff were compassionate, polite and friendly, knowing everybody by name. He has joined in the activities provided and the home was clean, bright and welcoming. 100% recommended.

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Review from Julie F (Daughter of Resident) published on 23 June 2023 Submitted via Website
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My mam has just had another birthday in this home and the staff were amazing helping her celebrate it. New manager has made improvements within this home from employing extra carers and cleaners who are hard-working and friendly to a new activity lady who absolutely brilliant she is very caring and friendly and always has the residents smiling. She has a great variety of activities going on. My mam's carer we couldnt ask more of her she goes the extra mile nothing is to much trouble and is very professional regarding worries I have about my mam's health. Senior members of staff are a credit to Primrose House.

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Review from Felix O (Husband of Resident) published on 16 June 2023 Submitted via Postal Card
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My wife is on Rose Unit. She is very happy and well looked after.

The staff know myself and her well.

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Review from Elaine D (Niece of Resident) published on 12 June 2023 Submitted via Website
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I visited my auntie for her 85th Birthday, she has dementia and I just want to say the staff on floor 3 was amazing. They new exactly how to care for her needs. The transition from her leaving her bungalow has been difficult at times but I'm happy to say the professionalism of the staff has been amazing and helped her settle into Primrose House. The house itself was lovely it smelt fresh and clean and all the staff were pleasant and helpful. I worked in care for 34 years before my retirement, also been a manager of a residential home, so I know a good home when I see one - I even spoke to the manager and staff who set time aside to speak with me regarding my auntie. I would most definitely recommend this home for people looking to settle their relatives into a home. Thank you to my auntie's key worker and staff of Primrose House Care Home.

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Review from Pauline H (Sister of Resident) published on 12 June 2023 Submitted via Website
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Since my sister moved to Primrose House 2 years ago, she has really thrived. She is very happy there - and I can't thank enough the many staff (not just the carers) who take the time to chat to her, get to know her, make her laugh and treat her with such kindness and respect. She always has a smile on her face and I have never seen her unhappy on any of my visits. I particularly want to thank staff on the 3rd floor - who have gone above and beyond what anybody could expect - with countless acts of kindness.

My only real concern was the lack of activities at the home. This has improved dramatically since the new staff's arrival. She is always thinking up fun activities and entertainment that my sister has really enjoyed.

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Review from Karen M (Daughter of Resident) published on 2 May 2023 Submitted via Postal Card
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My father has flourished during his first eighteen months at Primrose House Care Home due to the excellent support and care that he has received. As his illness progresses, the team continue to plan and react to his new needs. The staff have been fantastic in all aspects of his care, keeping the family informed and supported along the way.

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Review from Alan B (Son of Resident) published on 23 March 2023 Submitted via Website
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My mam lived at Primrose for seven years, during which they helped her through the worst of her Alzheimer's, several strokes, and other aspects of ageing, covid and finally palliative care. My mam was treated with respect and dignity by both the Alzheimer's care and nursing floor staff. I always felt that Mam was liked by the staff, some of whom knew my mam before she needed care and this showed when visiting her. The fact that the manager and staff were so eager to have her back from hospital for palliative care spoke volumes. The sadness shown and support given upon my mam's passing are a testament to the care given when she was alive.

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Review from A L (Niece of Resident) published on 16 March 2023 Submitted via Website
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I can only praise everyone involved in caring of my aunt. Patience and compassion was shown even when my aunt was difficult to care for. I spent quite a few hours in the home and was impressed with how clean it was and the thanks given to staff by their manager. If anyone thinking of sending relatives to this home I would highly recommend they spend some time there, get to know the staff. You find out much more about the home and how hard all the staff work than visiting for an hour at a time. I am so thankful for the care and support given to me and my aunt in recent times.

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Review from D W (Friend of Resident) published on 21 November 2022 Submitted via Postal Card
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I visit a friend, she is very happy. She loves the staff and they are very good with her. I always feel at home when I visit her. I find the staff lovely too.

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Review from John H (Nephew of Resident) published on 18 October 2022 Submitted via Website
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I am so grateful to all of the staff for the kind and compassionate care they have given to my aunty over the last 15 months - they have given her a whole new lease of life. She has thrived since she came into Primrose House - and the way her face lights up when members of staff come into her room says everything about the quality of care they provide. The management and senior staff are very responsive to any issues raised and I can't thank them enough for the efforts they have made to help me stay in touch via video calls. Thank you.

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Review from J S (Daughter of Resident) published on 9 May 2022 Submitted via Website
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I am sick and tired of asking for my Mam's nightwear to be returned. I can appreciate that one or two of them had no name on them so not so easy to identify them. But they have been missing now for 8 - 10 weeks at least now. Instead of her wearing a nightie for bed she is often in a day top with no bottoms on. Many items are often found in her drawers which don't belong to her. A new throw which I bought her has also now gone missing. It's a waste of time trying to get things done in here. If they are not listening about these things then goodness knows what issues other people are having. The nurses are really good here though and most of the carers.

Reply from Sandra Carr, Operations Director at Primrose House Care Home

I am sorry that you are having issues with the laundry and we appreciate your patience in this matter. We have a new temporary manager in post and I have forwarded your concerns onto him and he will be in touch with you to discuss further. We appreciate all feedback and assure you that we take all concerns seriously and will address the issues raised.

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Review from S C (Sister of Resident) published on 10 March 2022 Submitted via Postal Card
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The home is well maintained, the staff are caring and respond quickly to any issues. The quality of care is excellent.

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Care Quality Commission (CQC) Rating

Date: 30 May 2025
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  • EffectiveGood
  • ResponsiveGood
  • SafeGood
  • Well-ledRequires improvement
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Amanda Cavanagh
Amanda CavanaghJob Title:Registered ManagerJoined: 2023

Amanda began her career in 1987, qualifying as a nurse in 1990. She predominantly worked in the NHS in Day surgery, theatres and with outpatients.

Amanda had a specific love for spinal surgery and assisted the Queen Elizabeth Hospital in bringing their first spinal fusion patients into the then-North East Surgery Centre.

She attended Northumbria University, where she completed her Diploma in Health Education in 2003, completed her mentorship training in 2005 and her degree in 2014.

Amanda changed her focus to concentrate on getting back to basics and providing the love and care that the elderly deserved. She entered social care in 2017 as a Deputy Manager and then became Manager in 2018.

Amanda enjoys studying and has since completed her IOSH training in 2021. She is passionate about people and loves spending time with family and especially her grandson.

Amanda enjoys travelling, foreign holidays and keeping fit.

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