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South Chowdene
Chowdene Bank, Low Fell, Gateshead, NE9 6JE — Care Home
Care Quality Commission (CQC) assessment
How South Chowdene was rated
Rating published 05/01/2026. Read the full inspection report.
- 42 bedsRegistered capacity
- GatesheadCouncil for care funding
- 01914 910861Care home's own number
- Barchester HealthcareOperator
- 15th February 2011Registered since
- Barchester Healthcare Homes Limited, EC2A 1ASRegistered provider
Care offered
Care types at South Chowdene
South Chowdene is a Care Home for Nursing and Respite care, located in Gateshead, Tyne and Wear.
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Support and specialisms
Support for
Disability support
Nursing specialisms
Medication support
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0800 368 8558Lines open 8am–10pm, seven days a week See all questionsWhat rating has South Chowdene been given by the regulator?
South Chowdene holds an overall CQC rating of "Outstanding", last assessed in April 2020.
What types of care does South Chowdene provide?
The care types on offer at South Chowdene include Nursing and Respite.
How many rooms does South Chowdene have?
South Chowdene is registered for 42 rooms.
Who owns South Chowdene?
South Chowdene is owned by Barchester Healthcare.
Does South Chowdene provide Residential care?
Residential care is not something South Chowdene currently offers.
Does South Chowdene offer Respite care?
Yes. South Chowdene does offer Respite care.
Does South Chowdene provide care for people with Dementia?
No. South Chowdene does not provide care for people with Dementia.
What Local Authority does South Chowdene come under?
South Chowdene comes under Gateshead.
Does South Chowdene accept local authority clients?
South Chowdene is able to accept clients funded by the Local Authority.
Does South Chowdene accept NHS Continuing Healthcare clients?
South Chowdene accepts NHS Continuing Healthcare clients.
Who is the manager at South Chowdene?
South Chowdene's manager is Katie Searle.