New Ridley Road

About Us

We at New Ridley Road are a residential care home nestled in the peaceful village of Stocksfield, Northumberland, offering specialised residential care for adults with learning disabilities and autism. Set within the tranquil surroundings of the North East countryside, our home provides a warm, welcoming environment where residents can truly feel at home.

Our location in Stocksfield offers the best of rural Northumberland living, with quiet lanes, green spaces, and a strong sense of community right on our doorstep. The village setting provides a calm, unhurried atmosphere that many families find particularly reassuring when considering long term care for a loved one. Being part of the wider Northumberland community means residents can enjoy the gentle pace of village life whilst still remaining connected to the amenities and cultural life of the surrounding area.

Our care is built around the individual needs of adults living with learning disabilities and autism. We understand that every person who comes to us brings their own history, preferences, routines, and aspirations, and our approach reflects this deeply personal reality. In practice, this means we take the time to truly get to know each resident, working closely with them and their families to build daily routines that feel familiar, comfortable, and empowering. We support people to develop life skills, pursue their interests, and engage with their community in ways that feel meaningful to them, whilst always ensuring they feel safe and understood.

For families exploring residential care, our home offers the reassurance of a stable, long term setting where relationships between residents and the team have the time to grow and flourish. We also offer respite care, which can be an invaluable option for families who are the primary carers for a loved one. Whether respite is needed to allow a family carer to take a well earned break, to recover from illness, or simply to give everyone involved a change of pace, we aim to make the experience positive and reassuring for the whole family. Respite stays are also an excellent way for families and individuals to get to know us gradually, should longer term care become a consideration in the future.

We are proud that our home has been rated Good overall by the Care Quality Commission, with Good ratings across every one of the five key areas assessed: safe, effective, caring, responsive, and well led. For families, this consistent recognition across all domains offers meaningful reassurance. It reflects a home where residents are kept safe, where care is delivered effectively by a knowledgeable team, where kindness and dignity sit at the heart of every interaction, where support genuinely responds to individual needs, and where the leadership of the home is committed to maintaining and improving quality. Whilst ratings only tell part of the story, they provide an important independent benchmark that families can draw confidence from as they navigate what can feel like an overwhelming decision.

Choosing a care home for someone you love is one of the most important decisions a family can make, and we understand the weight that comes with it. If you are considering residential care or respite for an adult with a learning disability or autism in the Stocksfield area or wider Northumberland, we would be delighted to hear from you. We warmly invite you to get in touch, ask any questions you may have, and arrange a visit to meet the team and see for yourself the caring community we have built at New Ridley Road.

Common questions about New Ridley Road

Where is New Ridley Road located?

New Ridley Road is a residential care home in Stocksfield, Northumberland, NE43 7EY. You can view its exact location and get directions from the map on this page.

What type of care does New Ridley Road provide?

New Ridley Road is registered to provide residential personal care, with support that includes Learning disability and autism support, Respite care. The full list of services is shown on this page.

What is New Ridley Road's CQC rating?

New Ridley Road is registered with and inspected by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). Its most recent overall rating is Good following its last inspection on 26 October 2019. You can read the full CQC report from the link on this page.

Does New Ridley Road offer respite or short-term care?

Yes. New Ridley Road offers respite and short-term care. Availability changes regularly, so it is best to enquire directly.

Contact New Ridley Road

Phone the home directly, or send an enquiry and we will pass it on.

Care We Offer

• Learning Disability / Autism: Person-centred support that helps people with a learning disability or autism live as independently as possible.
• Respite Care: Short stays that give family carers a break, or help someone recover after illness or a hospital stay.
• Residential Care: Help with everyday living, meals and personal care in a supportive home setting.

Questions families ask about New Ridley Road

Answered from the CQC register where we can. 6 of these the home has not told us yet, so ask when you call.

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

No. New Ridley Road is not listed for dementia care on the CQC register. If dementia is likely, choose a home that is, so a second move is not needed later. Source: CQC register

Is there a nurse on site if health needs change?

No. New Ridley Road 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. Source: CQC register

Can they try a short stay before deciding?

Yes. New Ridley Road offers respite and short stays, which is a good way to see whether the home is the right fit. Source: CQC register

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. Use our funding calculator to check what you might pay.

Do they take younger adults as well as older people?

Ask the home. The register does not say which age groups the home supports. Ask the home.

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.

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Regulatory Rating

Care Quality Commission (CQC) Rating

• Latest inspection: 26 October 2019
• Report published: 26 October 2019

Overall: Good

• Safe: Good
• Effective: Good
• Caring: Good
• Responsive: Good
• Well-led: Good

Care Quality Commission is responsible for the registration and inspection of social care services in England.

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Ratings are as published by the CQC and may not reflect the current position of the service.

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