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Recent refurbishment of the communal areas has created bright and inviting spaces where residents can relax, socialise and enjoy a...
Care Provided by La Cura House
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 60 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
- Advanced/Complex Dementia
Other Care Provided
- Parkinson's Disease
- Stroke
- Palliative / End of Life Care
- Convalescent Care
- Day Care
Facilities
- Pet Friendly (or by arrangement)
- 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
For more detailed Fee breakdowns please contact our Home Manager, Tracy Wiggans.
The price(s) shown are provided by the care home. Contact La Cura House for full pricing details and T&Cs.
Contact La Cura House 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
Owner
- Berwick Care Ltd
- Private Owned
Person in charge
- Tracy Wiggans(Home Manager)
Local Authority / Social Services
Admission Information
- Mixed (no single-gender units)
- Ages 65+
Care Home Design/Build
- Purpose Built: Yes
- Last Refurbishment: 2026
- Number of floors: 2
Room Information
- Single Rooms (60)
Visiting
- Visits can be arranged Monday to Friday between 9:00am and 4:00pm.
Parking
- Free on-site parking available, with accessibility spaces.
La Cura House Reviews (70)
La Cura House has a Review Score of 9.0 (9.027) out of 10, based on 8 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time La Cura House has 70 reviews.
A very friendly care home with excellent staff. My father was given excellent attention throughout his stay. The care home was very accommodating to all the families needs, given the personal touch, and going the extra mile. Thank you.
I felt that my uncle was well cared for and had good support while he was in care. We could phone and speak to anyone at any time and they kept us updated with his illness to the end.
We can only say 'thank you' which is a poor substitute for the care given to him.
Thank you so very much for you lovely review. We are happy the under the painful circumstances that you felt you received the care and attention that you all so deserved.
I have been very happy with the kindness and care which my husband has been shown since he went into the care home on February 1st 2019. It has been a big step for both of us and obviously he would prefer to be at home, but as his Parkinson's makes him unable to stand or even walk, this is not possible. The carers are attentive, always pleasant and treat him like a friend. He appreciates all that they do for him and they show him great respect.
He was treated with kindness and given appropriate nursing care for his needs.
All the family and friends were made very welcome when visiting.
His death was very peaceful and we were all made to feel comfortable with the situation.
Thank you.
Thank you very much for your kind words, it was our pleasure caring for your father and our thoughts and wishes are with you all.
This was the first time Mum had spent time in Berwick Care Home. On arrival, we were met by extremely professional and caring staff who helped settle Mum in very quickly. The home has a very warm friendly and safe feeling and I had no hesitation leaving Mum. When we picked her up she was happy to see us but not in any rush to get away - for me that was very comforting. I have no hesitation recommending this home to anyone and it will certainly be the preferred option for respite care going forward. Thank you so much.
Hi Patricia, thank you very much for your lovely review of kind words. It was a pleasure supporting your mother in law and we look forward to supporting you all in the near future.
My father has been a resident for almost 2 years and is well settled. I feel confident leaving him in your care and I know from experience that I will be contacted if there is a serious issue. I feel the staff at Berwick Care Home are very caring and on the whole very good with dad, even when he is sometimes difficult. I visit at least twice a week and it's good as I know the staff well.
Thank you Ann for your review, we are pleased that you feel confident that your dad is well cared for.
Excellent facilities in a modern care home that is well maintained. Staff are very friendly and efficient, food excellent and I have thoroughly enjoyed my stay.
Hi Stuart, it was a pleasure to support you during your stay with us. We all wish you well for the future and look forward to you visiting us.
His increasing extra needs were always taken into account and dealt with accordingly and his increased need for safety, security and dignity were always of prime importance. He became unable to eat "proper" food and had to have everything pureed. He did not like this at all but the kitchen staff became ingenious at preparing various titbits to tempt him and indeed all the care staff also were known to make an input.
As dad's mental health was not an issue, all who passed his door would give him a cheery hello and passed the time of day with him, however busy they were. I know my dad always appreciated this.
He, unfortunately, died this month and the genuine concern for him (and me) was plain to see.
Thank you for your review Carol, he will be sadly missed but never forgotten.
The manager explained that the room my dad had wasn't the best but it was situated next to the nurses' office so they could keep an eye on him.
My dad is very poorly and was in for 2 weeks respite care so I was satisfied with this arrangement.
Thank you for your review and please do not hesitate to ask for any other assistance.
We were offered a better room but it was further away from the nurses' station and it was easier for staff to check on my partner in the room offered.
Thank you for your review. Please do not hesitate to speak with our very helpful staff team.
During those weeks, she was so well cared for - she was kept so clean and comfortable and the staff treated her with great dignity, up to the end.
My husband and I were looked after so well. We always found the staff friendly and nothing was any trouble.
All the staff are extremely kind, caring and considerate and he enjoys their company very much. They are full of fun and always have a chat and laugh with him.
All the staff are very pleasant to me and in caring for my husband. That I appreciate this very much both to the staff and the patient care he gets. Thank you all.
Hi Jeanette. Thank you very much for you kind words. We take great pride in caring for your husband. I will ensure the team are made aware of your review and receive your positive thoughts as deserved.
During my three hour visit to my school friend of more than 60 years, I was very impressed by the caring and sympathetic ways she was treated by the staff. She seemed quite contented.
All the staff are so lovely and patient with my Mum. Nothing is ever a bother for them to do something for her. Mum says the food is really good and she enjoys it. I can't thank all the staff enough for helping her settle in and make it her home.
Mother is very settled and well cared for. The staff are really good and the atmosphere in the home reflects this. It is nice that mother gets the occasional trip out in the minibus to garden centres for coffee and a look around.
The whole place smells clean and it is very good to see so many smiling faces, both staff and residents.
Thank you very much for your review of our home.
Please continue to leave us your feedback when you visit as this is important to us in order to continue with the positive progress and improvements in our home.
This is now an extremely well-led care home. All the staff I have had contact with, from the manager, nurses, care assistants, catering and housekeeping staff are to be congratulated. The care and attention my father receives is second to none, everyone greets him and our family with the same level of friendliness, he is always treated with dignity and his opinion/choices matter. Twelve months ago when our family were told my father could no longer live at home we had a difficult decision to make in choosing a new home for him, I am pleased to say that we do not regret choosing this one.
Thank you very much for your review of Berwick Care Home. Your kind words and recognition of the team are very much appreciated. It is our pleasure that we have the honour to care for your father and will continue to do so to the best of our ability.
Fantastic communication before Dad went into Berwick Care Home. His welcome on arrival was so caring and welcoming from all the staff. When visiting Dad we are always made welcome. Nothing is a problem. His care is fantastic and as he said to us today it's like "Home from Home". The manager is just brilliant.
Dear Vicky, Thank you very much for such a lovely review. Our home is so welcoming due to having such a fantastic dedicated team of staff, who certainly put care and support first in everything they do. We aim to ensure that Berwick Care Home is as exactly as you have stated 'home from home' and we all look forward to the much brighter future.
My friend (for whom I act as next of kin) very much enjoys his outings with the local stroke club. Recently he has needed to be accompanied by a carer and I was impressed and delighted that Berwick CareHome has offered to provide one. The home will also assist with transport so that the club no longer have to pay for taxis./ This is a great outcome.
Thank you very much for your review. We aim to ensure that all of our residents maintain as much independence as possible. It is so good to see such big smiles on our resident's faces. This is down to having such a dedicated team here at Berwick Care Home. We will continue to support as much as we can.
Regulatory Rating
Care Quality Commission (CQC) Rating
Date: 11 February 2022Good
- 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.
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Meet the Team (3)

I was born and brought in Berwick upon Tweed and attended both Tweedmouth middle school and Berwick high school or now known as Berwick Academy.
On leaving school I went on to have three daughters and moved to Cornwall.
When my daughters were young I decided I wanted to care for others so went to work as a care assistant in a care home, then went on to looking after people who had to live with Huntington's disease. Whilst working with people with Huntington's disease this inspired me to want to care for people with mental health needs, so decided to complete my nurse training.
In 2007 I qualified as a registered mental health nurse and I completed various other training courses to support me in caring for people with mental health needs. On qualifying I worked for the NHS as a staff nurse, community psychiatric nurse and a charge nurse.
During my time with the NHS I worked with people who live with dementia and felt I could really make a difference in their lives so decided to leave the NHS and become the head of a dementia unit for a private company, I then became the deputy manager for the same company, the manager and myself along with a great team turned a failing home into a good rated home. Not long after we had succeeded in this I moved to another care home for the same company as the registered general manager.
In 2017 I decided I wanted to move back to my home town of Berwick Upon Tweed and it was fortunate that La Cura House care home, previously known by another name was needing a manager. Unfortunately the home was not in a good position and required a lot of TLC. However with the hard work and dedication we managed to make significant improvements in a short space in time moving it from a home which required improvement to a good home within a year.
We continue to make improvements and I am proud to say the changes that the current staffing team have made and the massive difference to the people we they care for lives.
We have developed a whole new team who have embraced some difficult changes, but changes that are so much for the better. Our home is filled with care and happiness and we will continue to strive to make improvements where needed so that residents continue to live in a happy home.

I look forward to the future working at La Cura House.

My name is Margaret Wilson. I work at La Cura House Care Home as Head Cook. I’ve been here a little over 3 years. I really enjoy my job and I love doing home baking, especially birthday cakes. It is great to watch the resident’s faces light up as we sing Happy Birthday to them. I enjoy popping out to see the residents and talking to them about their likes and dislikes.
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