Alderwood is a 29-bed nursing home in Gateshead, North East England.
Dementia care homes in Gateshead
10 homes
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There are 10 dementia care homes in Gateshead on AskBart. 100% of those rated by the CQC are Good or Outstanding, against 79% nationally (CQC data, November 2026). The largest is Springfield House, with 73 beds. The most recent inspection was at Addison Court in November 2023.
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Primrose House is a nursing home in Gateshead, North East England, with 65 registered beds.
Northbourne is a 34-bed care home in Gateshead, North East England, operated by Anchor.
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VerifiedAddison Court is a nursing home in Ryton, North East England, providing care for up to 62 residents.
VerifiedCovent House is a 63-bed care home in Gateshead, North East England, run by Prestwick Care.
VerifiedSpringfield House is a 73-bed care home in Gateshead, North East England, operated by Welltower.
VerifiedSpringvale Court is a care home in Gateshead run by Barchester Healthcare, with 40 registered beds.
VerifiedHawksbury House is a 35-bed care home in Gateshead, North East England.
VerifiedThe Chesters Care Home is a 33-bed care home in Gateshead, North East England.
VerifiedLindisfarne Crawcrook is a nursing care home in Ryton, North East England, with 60 registered beds.
Key facts: Gateshead
| Dementia care homes listed | 10 |
|---|---|
| Rated Good or Outstanding | 10 of 10 (100%) |
| Rated Outstanding | 0 |
| Rated Requires improvement or Inadequate | 0 |
| Largest | Springfield House (73 beds) |
| Most recently inspected | Addison Court (November 2023) |
Data: CQC register, updated November 2026. Figures are for the homes listed on this page.
Dementia care homes in Gateshead: questions
- How many dementia care homes are there in Gateshead?
- AskBart lists 10 dementia care homes in Gateshead, each with its latest CQC rating.
- How are dementia care homes in Gateshead rated?
- Of the 10 inspected, 0 are rated Outstanding, 10 Good, 0 Requires improvement and 0 Inadequate by the Care Quality Commission.
- How do I choose between dementia care homes in Gateshead?
- Start with the CQC rating and the latest inspection report, visit more than once, and ask how the home supports the person's needs. Our guide "Choosing a dementia-friendly care home" covers what to look for.
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Paying for care? See how care is funded and check what the council may pay.
Guides for families
- How to Choose a Dementia-Friendly Care Home
- The Stages of Dementia: What to Expect (2026)
- Caring for Someone with Dementia: How to Cope (2026)
More in our dementia care guides.
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