Real Life Options - 18 Bisley Drive
Real Life Options - 18 Bisley Drive is a residential care home in South Shields, South Tyneside (NE34 0PY). It holds a CQC rating of Good.
About Real Life Options - 18 Bisley Drive
We at Real Life Options 18 Bisley Drive are proud to offer a welcoming residential care home in the heart of South Shields, where personalised support meets genuine community spirit. Nestled within a quiet residential setting in South Tyneside, our home provides a calm and homely base for adults who benefit from compassionate, around the clock care. Our location in a peaceful neighbourhood of South Shields allows residents to enjoy the comforts of a true home environment, with the familiarity of suburban surroundings and easy access to the wider local community. The setting has been thoughtfully chosen to offer privacy and tranquillity, whilst remaining close to the amenities and connections that help residents feel part of everyday life in the North East. We specialise in supporting a diverse range of needs, including older person care, residential care, and dementia care, alongside dedicated support for adults with learning disabilities and autism, mental health needs, physical disabilities, and visual or hearing impairments. We also welcome younger adults whose circumstances mean they benefit from specialist residential support. In practice, this breadth of expertise means our team understands that no two residents are the same. We take time to listen, to learn each person's story, and to shape daily routines, activities, and care plans around individual preferences, abilities, and aspirations. For families, this translates into reassurance that a loved one is being seen as a whole person, not simply as a set of needs, and that meaningful relationships, dignity, and choice sit at the very heart of life here. The Care Quality Commission has rated our home as Good overall, following its most recent inspection in June 2023. We are particularly proud that our Well led domain was rated Outstanding, reflecting the strength of leadership, the positive culture nurtured within the home, and the commitment of our team to continuous improvement. Alongside this, our ratings of Good for Safe, Effective, Caring, and Responsive offer families an independent assurance that the support provided meets the standards expected by the regulator across every aspect of daily care. Choosing the right care home is one of the most important decisions a family can make, and we understand the care, thought, and emotion involved. If you are exploring options for yourself or a loved one in South Shields or the wider South Tyneside area, we would be delighted to hear from you, answer your questions, and help you discover whether Real Life Options 18 Bisley Drive could be the right place to call home.
Care provided at Real Life Options - 18 Bisley Drive
- Older person care
- Dementia care
- Mental health care
- Learning disability and autism support
- Physical disability support
- Sensory impairment support
- Younger adults care
- Respite care
- Last CQC inspection: 22 June 2023
Read the full inspection report on the CQC website.
Common questions about Real Life Options - 18 Bisley Drive
Where is Real Life Options - 18 Bisley Drive located?
Real Life Options - 18 Bisley Drive is a residential care home in South Shields, South Tyneside, NE34 0PY. You can view its exact location and get directions from the map on this page.
What type of care does Real Life Options - 18 Bisley Drive provide?
Real Life Options - 18 Bisley Drive is registered to provide residential personal care, with support that includes Older person care, Dementia care, Mental health care, Learning disability and autism support, Physical disability support, Sensory impairment support. The full list of services is shown on this page.
What is Real Life Options - 18 Bisley Drive's CQC rating?
Real Life Options - 18 Bisley Drive is registered with and inspected by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). Its most recent overall rating is Good following its last inspection on 22 June 2023. You can read the full CQC report from the link on this page.
Does Real Life Options - 18 Bisley Drive provide dementia care?
Yes. Real Life Options - 18 Bisley Drive supports people living with dementia. We recommend contacting the home directly to discuss your individual situation.
Does Real Life Options - 18 Bisley Drive offer respite or short-term care?
Yes. Real Life Options - 18 Bisley Drive offers respite and short-term care. Availability changes regularly, so it is best to enquire directly.
Questions families ask about Real Life Options - 18 Bisley Drive
Can Mum or Dad stay here if their dementia gets worse?
Yes. Real Life Options - 18 Bisley Drive 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. Real Life Options - 18 Bisley Drive 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. Real Life Options - 18 Bisley Drive 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. Real Life Options - 18 Bisley Drive 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
Real Life Options - 18 Bisley Drive 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 Real Life Options - 18 Bisley Drive. Actual fees depend on the room, the level of care and how it is funded.
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