Donwell House Care Centre
Wellgarth Road, Donwell Village, Washington, Tyne & Wear NE37 1EE
Wellgarth Road, Donwell Village, Washington, Tyne & Wear NE37 1EE
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Operator's Description
"The Care complex at Donwell House consists of a 63 bed, purpose built 2 storey building, opened in September 1996. It is registered to provide personal, social and General Nursing care for up to 46 ol..." Show more "The Care complex at Donwell House consists of a 63 bed, purpose built 2 storey building, opened in September 1996. It is registered to provide personal, social and General Nursing care for up to 46 older persons. We also provide dementia residential care for 17 older persons. Single room accommodation is provided, all of which offer en suite facilities.On the complex, attached to the main buliding we operate a 45 place day centre, which is staffed and managed independent to the care home. The facility benefits from a fleet of 3 minibuses to enable transport to and from the service. The focus is around enablement and person centred plans of care. Socialisation and inclusion are the main core principles of what we offer.
Donwell House is situated in the heart of Donwell Village. It is within easy access of the local amenities and public transport services, approximately 2 miles from the A1 and the A19." Show less
Main Facts
Care home with nursing
Conditions cared for: Older people generally / People with physical difficulties / People with dementia
Care period: Trial stay / Day visit / Long stay.
This home accommodates 63 residents in 63 single rooms (63 en suite). It was purpose built and has a garden. Overnight visitors can usually be accommodated.
The home is in an urban location. Bus stop 250 yards; shop 250 yards; post office 250 yards; town centre 250 yards; GP 250 yards; social centre 250 yards;
Residents may bring their own furniture and choose their room decoration. There is a lot of flexibility about meals. Residents can usually bring their pet. Activities are arranged daily. There are opportunities to pursue hobbies and to help with gardening.
Housing Authority: Sunderland
Social Care Authority: Sunderland
Cost: Not available. Local Authority rates accepted. NHS Continuing Care Funding rate accepted.
Info updated: 27/06/2023