Abigail Lodge

Gloucester Road, Delves Lane, Consett, DH8 7LB

01207261249

Care Type

Nursing Care

CQC rating published

7 July 2021

Provider

Harbour Healthcare (North) Ltd

Beds

60 beds

About Abigail Lodge

Abigail Lodge is a 60-bed nursing home located on Gloucester Road in Consett, County Durham. The home is operated by Harbour Healthcare (North) Ltd and provides care for older people, those with dementia, and individuals with physical disabilities. As a nursing home, it offers medical care alongside residential support.

The Care Quality Commission rated the home as Good following its most recent inspection in July 2021. The home's size and range of specialisms mean it serves a diverse resident population with varying care needs within the local area.

Specialist Care

DementiaOlder peoplePhysical disabilities

Facilities & Amenities

GardenSecure GardenEn-suite RoomsWiFiParkingActivities ProgrammePets AllowedLiftWheelchair AccessibleKitchenetteDining Room

5 Questions to Ask on Your Visit

When visiting Abigail Lodge, consider asking...

1.What specific dementia training do staff receive and how recently?
2.How do you support a resident who becomes distressed or confused?
3.How does the home keep a record of a resident's life history and personal preferences?
4.How do you involve families as dementia progresses and communication becomes harder?
5.What happens when a resident's dementia reaches an advanced stage?

5 Things to Look For on Your Visit

When you visit Abigail Lodge, look out for...

1.Is the environment calm, uncluttered and easy to navigate?
2.Do staff speak to residents with patience and dignity, even if they repeat themselves?
3.Are there memory cues around the home -- photos, familiar objects, clear signage?
4.Do residents seem settled and safe, or agitated and unsupervised?
5.Is there meaningful activity happening, or are residents just sitting quietly with nothing to do?

Could the NHS fund Abigail Lodge's fees?

The average nursing home costs £1,535 per week. That's £79,820 a year. NHS Continuing Healthcare could cover all of it. No means test, no contribution from you.

Find out if the NHS could fund these fees