Ashwood Court

Suffolk Street, Sunderland, SR2 8JR

01915659256

Care Type

Nursing Care

CQC rating published

20 August 2022

Provider

Wearside Invest Ltd

Beds

30 beds

About Ashwood Court

Ashwood Court is a 30-bed nursing home located on Suffolk Street in Sunderland, operated by Wearside Invest Ltd. The home holds a Good CQC rating, with its most recent inspection conducted in August 2022.

The home provides nursing care for a diverse resident population, including older people, younger adults, and those with physical disabilities. It has developed specialisms in dementia and mental health care, reflecting its focus on supporting residents with complex needs alongside their physical healthcare requirements.

As a nursing facility, Ashwood Court offers on-site nursing support and medical care, distinguishing it from residential-only homes. Its location in central Sunderland provides access to local services and amenities in the North East region.

Specialist Care

DementiaMental healthOlder peoplePhysical disabilitiesYounger adults

5 Questions to Ask on Your Visit

When visiting Ashwood Court, 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 Ashwood Court, 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 Ashwood Court'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