Kingfisher House
Kingfisher House is a nursing home in North Shields, North Tyneside (NE29 0NW).
About Kingfisher House
Kingfisher House is a nursing home in North Shields, North Tyneside, caring for older people with nursing needs, residents living with dementia or a physical disability, and younger adults whose health requires nursing support. We also welcome people for respite stays. Because we have qualified nurses on duty alongside our care team, we are able to support people whose needs are complex or likely to change, including help with medication, wounds, continence, diabetes, mobility, eating and drinking, and care at the end of life. We work closely with local doctors and community teams so that concerns are acted on early and residents can stay settled here rather than being moved about. The nursing is only half the job. We want people to have days worth having, so residents choose when to get up, what they eat and how they spend their time, and staff are expected to make time to sit and talk. For residents living with dementia, familiar faces and steady routines do much of the work, and knowing a person's history helps us understand them when words become difficult. Families are welcome here at any reasonable hour. Relatives usually know things about a person that we could never work out on our own, and we would rather be told too much than too little. If you are considering Kingfisher House for someone, please come and see the home for yourself.
Care provided at Kingfisher House
- Older person care
- Dementia care
- Physical disability support
- Younger adults care
- Respite care
Read the full inspection report on the CQC website.
Common questions about Kingfisher House
Where is Kingfisher House located?
Kingfisher House is a nursing home in North Shields, North Tyneside, NE29 0NW. You can view its exact location and get directions from the map on this page.
What type of care does Kingfisher House provide?
Kingfisher House is registered to provide nursing and personal care, with support that includes Older person care, Dementia care, Physical disability support, Younger adults care, Respite care. The full list of services is shown on this page.
Does Kingfisher House provide dementia care?
Yes. Kingfisher House supports people living with dementia. We recommend contacting the home directly to discuss your individual situation.
Does Kingfisher House offer respite or short-term care?
Yes. Kingfisher House offers respite and short-term care. Availability changes regularly, so it is best to enquire directly.
Questions families ask about Kingfisher House
Can Mum or Dad stay here if their dementia gets worse?
Yes. Kingfisher House 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?
Yes. Yes. Kingfisher House is registered to provide nursing care, so registered nurses are part of the team.
Can they try a short stay before deciding?
Yes. Yes. Kingfisher House 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. Kingfisher House 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
Kingfisher House 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
- Nursing care: £950 to £1,250 per week per person, typical range
Indicative figures for the North East, not a quote from Kingfisher House. Actual fees depend on the room, the level of care and how it is funded.
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