Burn Brae Lodge

Burn Brae Lodge is a residential care home in Corbridge, Northumberland (NE45 5RU). It holds a CQC rating of Good.

About Burn Brae Lodge

Burn Brae Lodge is a residential care home in Corbridge, Northumberland. We look after older people who need help through the day, including a good number living with dementia, and we take respite bookings as well as permanent places. Corbridge is a small Tyne valley village and we are part of it rather than set apart from it. People who live here walk to the shops, go to church, and see faces they recognise. Staff tend to be local and tend to stay, which does more for the people living here than anything else we could put on a list. Relatives are usually close enough to call in without making an expedition of it. The care itself is steady rather than striking. Washing and dressing, medicines on time, meals that are hot and actually wanted, and help to move about the building and the garden safely. For residents with dementia we keep routines consistent, surroundings familiar, and nothing is moved without a reason. We learn each person's history properly, because that is where the useful detail lives. We ask families to tell us promptly when something is wrong, since small problems are far cheaper to put right early. Our most recent overall rating from the Care Quality Commission is good. You are welcome to visit without an appointment, and we would honestly rather you did.

Care provided at Burn Brae Lodge

Read the full inspection report on the CQC website.

Common questions about Burn Brae Lodge

Where is Burn Brae Lodge located?

Burn Brae Lodge is a residential care home in Corbridge, Northumberland, NE45 5RU. You can view its exact location and get directions from the map on this page.

What type of care does Burn Brae Lodge provide?

Burn Brae Lodge is registered to provide residential personal care, with support that includes Older person care, Dementia care, Respite care. The full list of services is shown on this page.

What is Burn Brae Lodge's CQC rating?

Burn Brae Lodge is registered with and inspected by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). Its most recent overall rating is Good following its last inspection on 17 February 2021. You can read the full CQC report from the link on this page.

Does Burn Brae Lodge provide dementia care?

Yes. Burn Brae Lodge supports people living with dementia. We recommend contacting the home directly to discuss your individual situation.

Does Burn Brae Lodge offer respite or short-term care?

Yes. Burn Brae Lodge offers respite and short-term care. Availability changes regularly, so it is best to enquire directly.

Questions families ask about Burn Brae Lodge

Can Mum or Dad stay here if their dementia gets worse?

Yes. Burn Brae Lodge is registered for dementia care, so someone whose needs increase can usually stay rather than move.

Is there a nurse on site if health needs change?

No. Burn Brae Lodge is a residential care home without on-site nursing. District nurses and GPs visit, but someone who needs daily nursing may have to move to a nursing home.

Can they try a short stay before deciding?

Yes. Yes. Burn Brae Lodge offers respite and short stays, which is a good way to see whether the home is the right fit.

Will they support end of life care, so there is no move at the hardest time?

Ask the home. End of life care is not listed on the register. Ask the manager whether residents can remain in the home with hospice or district nurse support.

Can she bring her cat or dog?

Ask the home. The home has not told us its pet policy yet. Ask directly; some homes allow small pets in residents' rooms or welcome visiting dogs.

Can a couple stay together?

Ask the home. We do not know whether the home has rooms for couples. Ask about shared or adjoining rooms if this matters.

Will the council help pay, or is it self funded only?

Ask the home. The home has not told us which funding it accepts. Most homes take both council funded and self funded residents; ask about council rates and any top up.

Do they take younger adults as well as older people?

No. Burn Brae Lodge is registered for older people. Younger adults are not listed.

Can I visit before deciding, and are there visiting hours?

Ask the home. Every home should welcome a visit. Call to arrange one, ideally at a mealtime or during an activity, and ask about visiting hours for family.

Typical weekly fees in the North East

Burn Brae Lodge has not published its fees yet. These are typical weekly fees for the North East, so you know roughly what to expect before you call.

Indicative figures for the North East, not a quote from Burn Brae Lodge. Actual fees depend on the room, the level of care and how it is funded.

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