Residential care home Woodham Lodge is home to six people who have moderate to severe learning disabilities and physical disabilities.
Supporting you
We offer understanding and encouragement to support you to develop your living and social skills and become more confident. We encourage you to personalise your own home and bedroom and make choices about how you live your life. We support you to maintain your relationship networks and your family and friends are welcome to visit at any time.
Location
We are situated close to Newton Aycliffe town centre which has shops, cafes, a leisure centre, a library and GP surgeries. Also within walking distance is the Pioneering Care Centre which has excellent facilities such as a hydrotherapy pool, chiropody, social evenings, a café and much more. We are a short drive from Darlington, Durham and Bishop Auckland. There are good bus routes and there is also a local train station.
Facilities
Woodham Lodge is an adapted bungalow. It is accessible for wheelchair users and specialist equipment is provided as necessary. There is a large conservatory along with a summer house which overlooks a large mature garden. There is also a more sheltered patio area where people can sit and enjoy the sunshine.
The team
We have a dedicated, committed and stable staff team, many of whom have worked here for a considerable number of years. The staff know the people who live here extremely well and are always supportive and encouraging and respect each person’s wishes and needs. Staff have built up an excellent rapport with medical services and professional bodies over the years and liaise with them on a regular basis to ensure everyone is getting the very best care.
