Care homes · Gateshead

Sister Winifred Laver Promoting Independence Centre

Falla Park Road, Felling, Gateshead, NE10 9HP

CQC: GoodActive source record

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Address

Falla Park RoadFellingGatesheadNE10 9HP

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01914336620 Website and contact options

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Accessibility and facilities

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Nearby transport stops

Split Crow Road-Social ClubBus stop · E-BoundAbout 100 m in a straight line
Split Crow Road-Social ClubBus stop · W-BoundAbout 100 m in a straight line
Felling SquareBus stop · CAbout 100 m in a straight line
Felling (Tyne and Wear Metro Station)Metro stationAbout 500 m in a straight line
Heworth Rail StationRail stationAbout 1.2 km in a straight line

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DfT NaPTAN · downloaded 10 September 2026 · Open Government Licence.

Mapped parking nearby

Felling Metro Car ParkMapped car park · Gateshead CouncilAbout 500 m in a straight line
Heworth North (Long Stay)Mapped car parkAbout 1.3 km in a straight line

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Questions about visiting Sister Winifred Laver Promoting Independence Centre

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Do I need an appointment or referral?

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Can I park here, and is there accessible parking?

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How can I arrange help with access or communication?

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What can I learn about Sister Winifred Laver Promoting Independence Centre?

The recorded overall CQC rating is “Good”, dated 22 June 2026. Use the contact and visiting details above to check the service you need, then compare the dated evidence below.

Registration and inspection details

About this service

Recorded care types: Care homes
Local authority area: Gateshead
Funding information: Confirm directly with the provider
Registered provider: Gateshead Council
Registered bed capacity: 40 beds (not vacancies)
Telephone in source record: 01914336620
NHS organisation code: VNTNM
CQC identifier: 1-16295978355

Registered specialisms

Sensory impairments
Caring for adults under 65 yrs
Dementia
Mental health conditions
Caring for adults over 65 yrs
Eating disorders
Physical disabilities

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CQC inspection evidence

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Assessment	Rating	Published
Safe	Good	22 June 2026
Effective	Good	22 June 2026
Caring	Good	22 June 2026
Responsive	Good	22 June 2026
Well-led	Good	22 June 2026
Overall	Good	22 June 2026

Ratings for specific services and population groups (6)

Assessment	Rating	Published
Care Homes Responsive	Good	22 June 2026
Care Homes Safe	Good	22 June 2026
Care Homes Caring	Good	22 June 2026
Care Homes Effective	Good	22 June 2026
Care Homes Overall	Good	22 June 2026
Care Homes Well-led	Good	22 June 2026