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The front of Rose Lodge

What is this leaflet for?

This leaflet gives easy read information about Rose Lodge in Hebburn.

A member of staff or a carer can support you to read this. They will be able to answer any questions that you have.

A view of the main entrance into Rose Lodge

About Rose Lodge

Rose Lodge is a treatment and assessment unit in Hebburn. 

The unit is for men and women with a learning disability who have mental health problems or challenging behaviour.
 

Five people standing in a line, each in different professional attire, with the middle person holding a sign that says 'Team'.

At Rose Lodge there are doctors, nurses and other professionals who will help you get better.

Looking into the room which has a bed, table and chair, shelving.

The ward has 12 bedrooms.

You will have your own bedroom with a shower and toilet.

A bath in the centre of the room with a toilet and sink on the right side wall

There are also bathrooms and toilets.

There are separate areas for men and women to use.

A communal lounge with three sofas, side tables and a TV on the wall

You can use these if you want to relax or just to have some quiet time on your own.

A small room with two sofas and a shelving unit in the corner

There are small living room and dining room areas.

All the rooms are on ground level.

A communal dining area with table and chairs. There is a counter at the side of the room providing refreshments.

There are separate dining rooms and quiet areas.

An activity room with a circular table in the middle of the room with six chairs around it. There is a white board on the wall.

These rooms can also be used for therapeutic activities.

Raised flower beds made of wooden railway sleeps containing lots of green plants and foliage

Outside Rose Lodge

During the nice weather you can use the garden. There are areas used for therapeutic activities.

A wooden picnic table in the foreground, with small trees, wooden seating benches and raised wooden flower beds in the background.

There are tables and benches in the garden.

You can use this area to relax in.

A no smoking sign made up of a red circle with a lit cigarette in the middle and a red line through it

Smoking

The hospital has a no smoking policy on all wards and public places.

No one, including visitors, is allowed to smoke anywhere on the site.

Staff can help you to give up smoking.

Four people sitting on a green sofa, smiling.

Visiting times

Families and carers are welcome to visit between:

  • 10am and 12 noon
  • 1pm and 3pm
  • 6pm and 8pm
Person in a blue patterned jacket looking at their wristwatch.

If you are unable to visit at these times of day, please contact a member of staff and make alternative arrangements.

A poster stating that

We have protected mealtimes between:

  • 12 noon and 1pm
  • 5pm and 6pm

We ask that families and carers avoid visiting or telephoning during these times.

A small room with two chairs and a table with children's books and activities

There is a family room for visitors where toys and games are available for children.

Three staff members standing next to each other. The person in the middle is holding up a piece of paper with a large letter i in a blue circle.

More information

If you would like more information please telephone and speak to a member of staff on 0191 287 5307.

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Problems, complaints or suggestions

Cumbria, Northumberland, Tyne and Wear NHS Foundation Trust has a complaints policy.

If you want to complain we will give you a leaflet to explain how to, or you can talk to a member of staff.

If you think there are things we could do to make our service better please tell a member of the team.

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2024 Copyright: Cumbria, Northumberland, Tyne and Wear NHS Foundation Trust

Ref: PIC/438/1124 November 2024 V9

Website: www.cntw.nhs.uk
Telephone: 0191 246 7288

Review date 2025

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