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The home is split into several households, each with their own kitchen, dining room and lounge areas, while residents at the home have access to spaces where...
Care Provided by Eothen Homes
Primary Care Categories
- Older Person Care
- Dementia
- Visual / Hearing Impairment
Length of Stay
- Permanent Care
- Respite Care
Care Types Provided
- Residential Care
- Dementia Residential Care
- For a maximum of 64 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
- Palliative / End of Life Care
- Bariatric Care/Obesity
- Convalescent Care
- Day Care
Accreditations
- The National Dementia Care Accreditation Scheme (NaDCAS)
Facilities
- Own Furniture if required
- Smoking not permitted
- Close to Local shops
- Near Public Transport
- Lift
- Wheelchair Access
- Gardens
- Bar/Café
- Residents Kitchenette
- Phone Point in own room
- Television point in own room
- Residents Internet Access
Funding & Fees
Weekly Charges per Person
The price(s) shown are provided by the care home. Contact Eothen Homes for full pricing details and T&Cs.
Contact Eothen Homes 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)
Good to Know
Group / Owner
- Eothen Homes Ltd
- Voluntary / Not for Profit Owned
Person in charge
- Christine Henderson (Manager)
Local Authority / Social Services
Admission Information
- Mixed (no single-gender units)
- Ages 65+
Care Home Design/Build
- Purpose Built: Yes
Room Information
- Single Rooms (64)
- Single Rooms with ensuite Wet Room (64)
Eothen Homes Reviews (114)
Eothen Homes has a Review Score of 10 (9.975) out of 10, based on 34 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Eothen Homes has 114 reviews.
My mum has been living at Eothen Wallsend since it opened over 8 years ago over which time there have been many changes to her well-being and stages of dementia. Witnessing the devastating effects it can have on your loved one's life can be heartbreaking but I must say that everyone at the home has been outstanding in their unwavering care, love and support for both mum and us as a family. The staff are loving and like family to us all whilst managing to be professional throughout. Knowing that mum is safe, supported and loved gives me a peace of mind that I could not have dreamed of all those years ago. I am and always will be so grateful to the entire staff team for this.
From our first visit to check out the home, we were impressed. The welcome we received was warm and friendly and the staff all spoke to mam first. The home is immaculate, well maintained and has wide open spaces where residents can move around freely. There was a personal memorabilia display case in each resident's room and a picture and biography, showing their personalities, likes and dislikes. Each person was a person first and foremost, not simply a person with dementia. The individual rooms are bright and airy, a queen-sized bed and a 'fireplace' and the invitation to bring personal items in, meant it was more like a sitting room. The views out the window are lovely. It was great to see no uniforms, it was homely rather than a care setting. The night staff wear PJ's! The home is immaculately clean and the gardens are fabulous. The care and attention to detail everywhere demonstrates the ethos of the 3 homes, enabling individuality and freedom. Highly recommended.
Our Mam moved into Eothen Walksend 4 weeks ago. Making the decision to move her into a care home was difficult for all the family and we were very anxious about the move. From the first visit to look around the home, we were impressed with everything we saw and all the people we met. Mam has been treated with so much respect and kindness from all the lovely staff. She is being cared for in every way and the whole family are delighted with how well she has settled in. The home and grounds are beautiful and the activities on offer are excellent. We are very happy with all aspects of her care.
Unfortunately, this is my last review of this wonderful place. Due to my dad's care needs he had to relocate to a nursing care home. If you are considering placing your loved one here do not hesitate one bit. This care home is amazing. You will be placing your loved one into the care of this wonderful home and fabulous staff. No words can express my gratitude for the respect, care and love they gave to my dad (even though in the end he was an aggressive so-and-so) when caring for him through this awful disease. The residents and staff are one big family and that doesn't end, even when your loved one moves on. From the senior management all the way to the care staff in the houses, they have cared for my dad as one of their own family members. I am eternally grateful. Still to this day, I have regular contact with various staff members and managers who constantly enquire about my dad. You all are amazing. I cannot recommend this place highly enough. You will never be disappointed.
My mam came to live at Eothen Wallsend 5 months ago after several weeks in hospital and a temporary placement in a different care home. I am so relieved to have found the best possible care home environment for her. On first visiting and being shown around by the manager, I was impressed by the relaxed and attractive surroundings which are designed to be as homely and welcoming. When mam moved in, every member of staff took time to talk (and listen!) and showed a genuine interest in her and her needs. Mam’s moods can be difficult at times but staff are patient and understanding. I’m particularly grateful that mam’s routines are accommodated so that she can stay up late and sleep later- there’s no sense of residents being expected to fall in with a care home system. Their needs are at the heart of everything. Regular activities are provided and everyone is included if they wish to be. I have no hesitation in recommending Eothen where mam is safe, respected and well cared for.
I moved my aunty into Eothen on Friday, and on Saturday, when I went in, she said to me “it’s good's to be home“ ; I’ve been in everyday since, it’s just so pleasant visiting her now.
I honestly can not thank the management and staff enough. My aunty is very happy here, as am I.
I have 100% confidence in every member of the staff, that should she experience any upset, that they will know exactly what to do and say to reassure her that this is her space and she is safe.
Her room is beautiful and very clean, as is the whole home. Lots of different areas/rooms to sit, and it’s surrounded by beautiful gardens .
The home has plenty of car parking space.
Eothen saved mine and Mum's lives. My heart broke to admit defeat after 7 years of caring, to move Mum to a care home. Eothen have been amazing, supporting me, my brother and Mum through a painful transition. Everyone from direct care staff, management, catering, laundry, and maintenance staff, all of them care and make for a very special home. Over the last 6 months, the patience of the staff means that at last Mum is calm and peaceful. There are many special touches: Allowing Mum to fill her room with her own furniture/possessions has been so important, welcoming visits at all times, night staff wearing pjs, allowing her to move freely, including out to her patio and lovely gardens has been wonderful. I reviewed many homes before finding Eothen: A huge weight lifted from my shoulders when I did. I visit every day and in the many hours I have spent there, I have never seen any of the distressing sights I saw on just 1 visit to other homes in the North East. I cannot recommend this home highly enough.
An exceptional care home for dementia patients. The staff go above and beyond to ensure the residents and families included feel comfortable within Eothen Wallsend. We, as a family, found it hard in this upsetting and difficult time when Dad just moved in, but with the fantastic care and support of all the management and brilliant staff, we found this transition a lot easier. Thank you. Dad feels he is safe and well looked after and loves the gardens. An environment that is homely and Dad enjoys his friendly chats with staff and residents.
My mam is coming up to three years in Eothen Wallsend. From the very moment she nervously stepped through the front door, to now, the staff have taken every opportunity to make sure she feels safe, happy and content. The building and gardens are immaculate and the food is fantastic; all of this evidences the genuine commitment of the entire Eothen team to ensure residents feel comfortable. Staff have patience beyond belief and an unmatched sense of humour to deal with situations. They are caring and empathetic in a way that goes far beyond any job description! Needless to say, my mam is very happy living there and that makes life much happier for me.
Our dearest dad lived at Eothen Wallsend for just over a year. He loved it there and enjoyed a wonderful bird's eye view from Churchill House. Dad said it was his 'paradise' and like living in five star luxury. The staff at Eothen are angels in disguise. They looked after our dad so well, as well as me, my brother and two sisters. When Dad was just getting too weary to carry on in this world, he was ready to reunite with our mum. Such a sad and tough time, but Eothen staff were incredible to the end.
This care home is absolutely outstanding. My mam has not been 100% for about a week, the fast acting and caring individuals got the doctors straight out, hence Mam now receiving treatment in hospital for a few days (as she needs fluids by a drip). But, she will be returning straight back to the home to receive outstanding care. The manager takes so much concern in her residents and always is in contact with hospital, asking how Mam is doing. Then, the lovely carers not only look after my mam, they look after me, making sure I'm ok with a lovely chat and even a hug if needed. These guys are worth their weight in gold, absolute super stars.
Following her decline with Alzheimer’s, Mam was admitted to Eothen Wallsend in November 2019. The feelings of guilt were indescribable. However, it was the best decision we could have made. The care is second to none and was not just for Mam, but this support extended to us too. The staff treat us all as family. They go above and beyond to make sure she is looked after and retain her dignity. The home is welcoming and we are never afraid to approach staff with any concerns. Ultimately, we know Mam is safe, well looked after and happy. We cannot thank the manager and her team enough! I, for one, could not do their job, which takes one special kind of person! Thank you everyone at Eothen Wallsend, you have already gained your angel wings in my eyes!
A warm, safe and friendly home. The staff are kind and very hard working and always go the extra mile. The food is of a very high standard and the layout of the 'houses' based around the kitchen hub is genius. The decor is light and airy and the feeling of calm and warmth is noticeable immediately.
I live 300 miles away from the care home in which my mam is a resident. As such it is even more important that myself and the rest of our family have complete peace of mind regarding her care. Eothen Wallsend continually exceeds expectations and the genuinely caring and compassionate staff never fail to amaze me with their patience, communication skills and love for those in their care. This care home is in another league compared to others I have been to. The entire team should be very proud of their efforts.
Our relative moved into Wallsend Eothen April 2021. From the minute he moved there the feeling of welcome and caring was palpable not only for our relative but for my siblings and myself too. We negotiated the tricky time of Covid restrictions but our relative remained safe and well throughout his year there .. sadly passing too soon as he loved being there so much.
My mother has lived in Eothen for a year and a half and I am more than delighted with the care and service provided. I can now sleep peacefully at night knowing that she is safe and so well cared for. The staff are incredible and are always so kind, thoughtful and patient, they always take the time to update me with changes and developments with my mother. The food always looks delicious and the menu is carefully curated to suit a wide range of preferences and tastes. The chefs prepare freshly baked cakes and treats every afternoon, my mother is in her element! I cant thank all the staff enough- the carers, the receptionists, the gardener, the cleaners, the hair dresser, the kitchen staff, the laundry and the management. They are all angels.
Eothen Homes is excellent. I highly recommend this home. My husband has settled in, we have had no problems with him, he treats it as his home. The staff are friendly and helpful. The food is very good. Activities, not sure there is enough physical exercise.
Mum is currently in Wallsend. It's not what I had hoped for Mum having to go into a care home but this place is fantastic. I am so relieved she managed to get in there. The staff are superb so caring and supportive and I wouldn't trust my Mum's care to many! I have sung their praises to a number of people and will continue to do so. There is a great atmosphere in Wallsend and the surroundings and decor inside are beautiful such a lovely place. I cannot recommend or praise Eothen Wallsend highly enough! Thank you to the entire team from the bottom of my heart.
This home is fantastic, we were a bit worried about my nana going into a home, but we were reassured very quickly as the staff and surroundings were amazing. I couldn't fault this care home. My nana was made to feel so comfortable during her stay here. Thank you to all the staff!
How can one tell them apart from other visitors? Also, they are still enforcing mask wearing when this has been stopped by the Government. You don't need one in the resident's room, so it's not about protecting them?
You have to be allowed in/out, so they should have someone on the door at all times. Instead, you have to go looking for a staff member.
They are asking you to make appointments. I turned up at one time without an appointment and I was told to wait 20 minutes whilst they hurried my mother out of bed, dressed her and brushed her hair. It was obvious to me that these residents are left in bed if no appointments are listed.
On another day they left my mother in bed with just a nappy.
Regulatory Rating
Care Quality Commission (CQC) Rating
Date: 06 December 2023Good
- CaringGood
- EffectiveGood
- ResponsiveGood
- SafeGood
- Well-ledOutstanding
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- 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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