Risedale Rest Home
Risedale Rest Home is a residential care home in Whitley Bay, North Tyneside (NE26 2AY). It holds a CQC rating of Good.
About Risedale Rest Home
We at Risedale Rest Home offer warm, considered residential care in the welcoming coastal town of Whitley Bay, North Tyneside. As a dedicated residential care home, we provide a comfortable place to call home for older people and younger adults who need daily support in a safe, friendly setting. Our home is based within the Whitley Bay community in the NE postcode area, ideally placed for families in North Tyneside and across the wider North East to visit their loved ones with ease. Being part of a familiar coastal town means our residents remain connected to the surroundings they know, whilst benefiting from the calmer pace and community feel that Whitley Bay is known for. Inside, we focus on creating a homely atmosphere where each resident feels genuinely settled. Our environment is designed to feel welcoming rather than clinical, giving families the reassurance that their relative is somewhere they can truly relax and feel at ease. Our care specialisms cover a broad range of needs, allowing us to support a diverse community of residents. We provide older person care and residential care for those who need help with the routines of daily life, from personal care and mobility to companionship and encouragement. For residents living with dementia, we take a patient and person centred approach, focusing on familiar routines, gentle reassurance and preserving dignity at every stage of the journey. This can be particularly comforting for families who worry about how a loved one will adjust to a new setting. We also support adults with mental health needs and offer care for younger adults, recognising that people of different ages and circumstances benefit from tailored, respectful support rather than a one size fits all approach. Our respite care option is there for families who need short term support, whether that is following a hospital stay, during a period of recovery, or simply to give a family carer a well earned break. Respite stays can also be a gentle way for someone to experience life at Risedale Rest Home before considering longer term arrangements. In practice, this range of specialisms means our team is used to getting to know each resident as an individual. We take time to understand personal histories, preferences, routines and the small things that make a real difference to someone's day. Families are welcomed as partners in care, and we encourage open communication so that relatives always feel informed and involved in decisions about their loved one's wellbeing. Quality and safety sit at the heart of everything we do. Our home has been rated Good overall by the Care Quality Commission, with Good ratings across all five key areas: Safe, Effective, Caring, Responsive and Well led. For families, this consistent recognition offers meaningful reassurance that the care provided here meets the standards expected by the national regulator, and that our team is committed to looking after residents with kindness, competence and integrity. Choosing a care home is one of the most important decisions a family can make, and we understand how emotional that process can feel. Whether you are exploring long term residential care, seeking specialist dementia support, considering options for a younger adult or a relative with mental health needs, or simply looking into a short respite stay, we would be delighted to hear from you. Please get in touch with us at Risedale Rest Home in Whitley Bay to learn more, ask any questions you may have, or arrange a visit to see for yourself the warm, supportive home we have created for our residents.
Care provided at Risedale Rest Home
- Older person care
- Dementia care
- Mental health care
- Younger adults care
- Respite care
- Last CQC inspection: 31 August 2019
Read the full inspection report on the CQC website.
Common questions about Risedale Rest Home
Where is Risedale Rest Home located?
Risedale Rest Home is a residential care home in Whitley Bay, North Tyneside, NE26 2AY. You can view its exact location and get directions from the map on this page.
What type of care does Risedale Rest Home provide?
Risedale Rest Home is registered to provide residential personal care, with support that includes Older person care, Dementia care, Mental health care, Younger adults care, Respite care. The full list of services is shown on this page.
What is Risedale Rest Home's CQC rating?
Risedale Rest Home is registered with and inspected by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). Its most recent overall rating is Good following its last inspection on 31 August 2019. You can read the full CQC report from the link on this page.
Does Risedale Rest Home provide dementia care?
Yes. Risedale Rest Home supports people living with dementia. We recommend contacting the home directly to discuss your individual situation.
Does Risedale Rest Home offer respite or short-term care?
Yes. Risedale Rest Home offers respite and short-term care. Availability changes regularly, so it is best to enquire directly.
Questions families ask about Risedale Rest Home
Can Mum or Dad stay here if their dementia gets worse?
Yes. Risedale Rest Home Limited is registered for dementia care, so someone whose needs increase can usually stay rather than move.
Is there a nurse on site if health needs change?
No. Risedale Rest Home Limited 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. Risedale Rest Home Limited 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. Risedale Rest Home Limited 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
Risedale Rest Home Limited 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
- Dementia care: £850 to £1,100 per week per person, typical range
Indicative figures for the North East, not a quote from Risedale Rest Home Limited. Actual fees depend on the room, the level of care and how it is funded.
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