Willowdene Care Home
Willowdene Care Home is a nursing home in Hebburn, South Tyneside (NE31 1LR). It holds a CQC rating of Good.
About Willowdene Care Home
We at Willowdene Care Home are proud to offer compassionate nursing care in the heart of Hebburn, South Tyneside. As a dedicated nursing home, we provide a warm, welcoming environment where residents can feel truly at home whilst receiving the specialist support they need each day. Nestled within the familiar surroundings of Hebburn, our home benefits from its setting in a well established community in the North East. The local area offers a sense of belonging that residents and their loved ones often find reassuring, and our position within the NE postcode area makes visits from family and friends straightforward and stress free. Our care is built around the individual. We support older people who require nursing care, offering round the clock clinical expertise for those living with more complex health needs. For families navigating the challenges of dementia, our team provides patient, person centred support designed to preserve dignity, encourage familiar routines, and create moments of genuine connection every day. We also welcome younger adults and individuals with learning disabilities or autism, recognising that meaningful care looks different for every person. Our approach focuses on understanding each resident as an individual, their history, preferences, communication style, and aspirations, so that daily life feels purposeful and empowering rather than institutional. For families in need of a short term arrangement, we offer respite care. Whether you are a carer needing a well earned break, recovering from illness yourself, or simply looking for peace of mind during a holiday, our respite stays give your loved one the same quality of attention and warmth extended to our permanent residents. In practice, this breadth of specialism means families do not have to compromise. Whether your relative requires nursing input, dementia support, or tailored care for a learning disability, our team is equipped to respond with skill and sensitivity. It also means that should a resident's needs change over time, we can often continue to care for them within the same familiar setting, avoiding the upheaval of a move. Willowdene Care Home has been rated Good by the Care Quality Commission across every single domain assessed. That means Good for Safe, Good for Effective, Good for Caring, Good for Responsive, and Good for Well led. For families, this consistent rating offers real reassurance: it reflects an independent judgement that our residents are safe, that the care they receive is effective and delivered with kindness, that we respond to changing needs, and that the home is led with clear purpose and accountability. Whilst ratings are only one part of the picture, they provide a valuable, external confirmation of the standards we work hard to uphold every day. Choosing a care home is one of the most important decisions a family can make, and we understand the weight that comes with it. If you are exploring options for a loved one in Hebburn or the wider South Tyneside area, we warmly invite you to get in touch with Willowdene Care Home. We would be delighted to answer your questions, discuss your loved one's needs, and help you feel confident about the next step on their care journey.
Care provided at Willowdene Care Home
- Older person care
- Dementia care
- Learning disability and autism support
- Younger adults care
- Respite care
- Last CQC inspection: 3 April 2020
Read the full inspection report on the CQC website.
Common questions about Willowdene Care Home
Where is Willowdene Care Home located?
Willowdene Care Home is a nursing home in Hebburn, South Tyneside, NE31 1LR. You can view its exact location and get directions from the map on this page.
What type of care does Willowdene Care Home provide?
Willowdene Care Home is registered to provide nursing and personal care, with support that includes Older person care, Dementia care, Learning disability and autism support, Younger adults care, Respite care. The full list of services is shown on this page.
What is Willowdene Care Home's CQC rating?
Willowdene Care Home is registered with and inspected by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). Its most recent overall rating is Good following its last inspection on 3 April 2020. You can read the full CQC report from the link on this page.
Does Willowdene Care Home provide dementia care?
Yes. Willowdene Care Home supports people living with dementia. We recommend contacting the home directly to discuss your individual situation.
Does Willowdene Care Home offer respite or short-term care?
Yes. Willowdene Care Home offers respite and short-term care. Availability changes regularly, so it is best to enquire directly.
Questions families ask about Willowdene Care Home
Can Mum or Dad stay here if their dementia gets worse?
Yes. Willowdene Care Home 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. Willowdene Care Home is registered to provide nursing care, so registered nurses are part of the team.
Can they try a short stay before deciding?
Yes. Yes. Willowdene Care Home 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. Willowdene Care Home 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
Willowdene Care Home 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 Willowdene Care Home. Actual fees depend on the room, the level of care and how it is funded.
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