Eastholme
Eastholme is a residential care home in Seaham, County Durham (SR7 7BQ). It holds a CQC rating of Good.
About Eastholme
Eastholme is a residential care home in Seaham supporting adults, including younger adults and adults with learning disabilities and autism. We also offer planned respite stays. The people who live here are adults with their own lives to lead, and our job is to make those lives possible rather than to manage them. Everybody has their own room, their own routine and a real say in how the house runs. Our staff help with personal care, medicines, meals, money and the ordinary work of a household, and we stand back wherever somebody can manage alone, because independence is easily eroded by being helpful. For adults with learning disabilities and autism, the particulars matter enormously. How a person communicates, what makes an environment tolerable, how much notice they need before something changes, and which parts of the day they would rather handle themselves are all things we learn from the person rather than assume from a diagnosis. When change cannot be avoided, we prepare for it properly and at their pace. Life here is not meant to stop at the front door. We support people to keep up with family and friends and to get to the groups, activities, work or college that matter to them. Our most recent overall rating from the Care Quality Commission is good. Please come and visit, and spend time with the people who already live here.
Care provided at Eastholme
- Learning disability and autism support
- Younger adults care
- Respite care
- Last CQC inspection: 3 September 2019
Read the full inspection report on the CQC website.
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Common questions about Eastholme
Where is Eastholme located?
Eastholme is a residential care home in Seaham, County Durham, SR7 7BQ. You can view its exact location and get directions from the map on this page.
What type of care does Eastholme provide?
Eastholme is registered to provide residential personal care, with support that includes Learning disability and autism support, Younger adults care, Respite care. The full list of services is shown on this page.
What is Eastholme's CQC rating?
Eastholme is registered with and inspected by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). Its most recent overall rating is Good following its last inspection on 3 September 2019. You can read the full CQC report from the link on this page.
Does Eastholme offer respite or short-term care?
Yes. Eastholme offers respite and short-term care. Availability changes regularly, so it is best to enquire directly.
Questions families ask about Eastholme
Can Mum or Dad stay here if their dementia gets worse?
No. Eastholme is not listed for dementia care on the CQC register. If dementia is likely, choose a home that is, so a second move is not needed later.
Is there a nurse on site if health needs change?
No. Eastholme is a residential care home without on-site nursing. District nurses and GPs visit, but someone who needs daily nursing may have to move to a nursing home.
Can they try a short stay before deciding?
Yes. Yes. Eastholme offers respite and short stays, which is a good way to see whether the home is the right fit.
Will they support end of life care, so there is no move at the hardest time?
Ask the home. End of life care is not listed on the register. Ask the manager whether residents can remain in the home with hospice or district nurse support.
Can she bring her cat or dog?
Ask the home. The home has not told us its pet policy yet. Ask directly; some homes allow small pets in residents' rooms or welcome visiting dogs.
Can a couple stay together?
Ask the home. We do not know whether the home has rooms for couples. Ask about shared or adjoining rooms if this matters.
Will the council help pay, or is it self funded only?
Ask the home. The home has not told us which funding it accepts. Most homes take both council funded and self funded residents; ask about council rates and any top up.
Do they take younger adults as well as older people?
Yes. Yes. Eastholme supports younger adults as well as older people.
Can I visit before deciding, and are there visiting hours?
Ask the home. Every home should welcome a visit. Call to arrange one, ideally at a mealtime or during an activity, and ask about visiting hours for family.
Typical weekly fees in the North East
Eastholme has not published its fees yet. These are typical weekly fees for the North East, so you know roughly what to expect before you call.
- Residential care: £750 to £1,000 per week per person, typical range
Indicative figures for the North East, not a quote from Eastholme. Actual fees depend on the room, the level of care and how it is funded.
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