Grasmere Lodge
Residential care home · Gateshead
10-12 Grasmere Street, Bensham, Gateshead, NE8 1TR
Run by Aspire Healthcare Limited
- GoodCQC · Aug 2026
- 8.0Our score
- Beds20
- Type of careResidential
- Phone0191 477 2909
Latest inspection
- Inspected on 28 August 2026
What the inspectors rate
- SafeGood
- EffectiveGood
- CaringGood
- ResponsiveGood
- Well-ledGood
- Regulator
- Care Quality Commission
- Registered as
- Grasmere Lodge
- Status
- Registered in England
- Latest rating
- Good
- Register number
- 1-126427479
From the public register of the Care Quality Commission, checked on 2 November 2026.
About Grasmere Lodge
Grasmere Lodge accommodates up to 20 adults with mental health disorders and learning disabilities, including challenging behaviour. The home supports people with high support needs in a residential setting near central Gateshead.
Tailored support packages cover activities of daily living and social inclusion, with residents’ interests and wellbeing informing care. The staff team includes a Registered Manager, Team Leader and Support Workers, while support is intended to encourage personal development and independence. The home can accommodate up to twenty adults, either male or female, within its residential service.
Care on offer
- Care homes
Compared with Gateshead
Nearest
| Name | Distance | Official rating | Our score | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Parkside LodgeGateshead | 0.1 miles | Good | 8.0 | |
| Alexandra VillaGateshead | 0.2 miles | Good | 8.0 | |
| AlderwoodGateshead | 0.2 miles | Good | 8.0 | |
| Alexandra HouseGateshead | 0.3 miles | Good | 8.0 | |
| Springfield HouseGateshead | 0.5 miles | Good | 7.4 |
Also run by Aspire Healthcare Limited
| Name | Official rating | Our score | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alexandra VillaGateshead | Good | 8.0 | |
| Milldene Nursing HomeNewcastle upon Tyne | Good | 8.0 | |
| WestholmeStanley | Good | 7.4 | |
| ParkvaleWhitley Bay | Good | 8.0 | |
| Milton LodgeWhitley Bay | Good | 8.0 | |
| Poplar LodgeBishop Auckland | Good | 8.0 |
What stands out
What stands out
- Support for challenging behaviour
- Capacity for up to 20 adults
- Daily living and social inclusion support
Ask about
- There are no accessible rooms for people with mobility issues
Suits: Adults with mental health or learning disability support needs
Types of care
Also works on: residential
Location
10-12 Grasmere Street, Bensham, Gateshead, NE8 1TR
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Questions families ask
Who does Grasmere Lodge provide residential care for?
They provide residential care for adults with mental health disorders and learning disabilities, including challenging behaviour.
Does Grasmere Lodge have accessible rooms?
No. Due to the property layout, there are no accessible rooms for people with mobility issues.
Can residents choose when and what they eat?
Yes. They provide flexible mealtimes and a choice of menu for breakfast, lunch, dinner and supper.
How much does Grasmere Lodge cost?
The CQC register does not list fees, so ask Grasmere Lodge for its weekly fee. As a guide, Gateshead council paid on average £996 a week for a residential care place for people aged 65 and over in 2024-2025, against £982 across England (GOV.UK adult social care finance report). People who pay for their own care are usually charged more than councils pay.