All Care in Northumberland

Northumberland: The Historic County with Modern Care Solutions

Introduction

Northumberland, England's northernmost county, combines stunning landscapes with comprehensive care services. From the rugged Northumberland Coast to the vibrant market towns, the county supports diverse care needs including Care Homes, Home Care, and Supported Living services for its ageing population.

Key Location Facts

• Geography:
  • Borders Scotland to the north
  • Features coastline, national parks, and rural villages
• Major Towns:
  • Alnwick (historic market town)
  • Berwick-upon-Tweed (border town)
  • Hexham (Roman heritage site)
• Population: Approximately 320,000 with higher-than-average elderly demographic

Care Services Overview

Residential Care Options

• Care Homes: 50+ registered facilities countywide
  • Specializing in Elderly Care and Dementia Care
  • Notable providers:
  • Northumberland Heights (Alnwick)
  • The Birches (Hexham)
• Supported Living:
  • 30+ schemes for adults with disabilities
  • Focus on independent living with support

Community-Based Care

• Home Care Services:
  • Delivered by 25+ accredited providers
  • Includes personal care, meal prep, and medication management
• Disability Care:
  • Specialist teams for physical and learning disabilities
  • Partnership with Northumberland CCG

Historical & Cultural Context

• Ancient Heritage:
  • Hadrian's Wall UNESCO site
  • Medieval castles, including Alnwick Castle
• Modern Developments:
  • New state-of-the-art care facilities (2020-2023)
  • Telecare expansion in rural areas

Economic & Demographic Factors

• Ageing Population:
  • 22% aged 65+ vs 18% national average
  • Growing demand for Dementia Care specialists
• Funding:
  • Northumberland County Council allocated £42m for adult social care (2023)
  • NHS Northumberland CCG integration

Tourism & Quality of Life

• Accessible Attractions:
  • Bamburgh Castle (wheelchair-friendly)
  • Kielder Observatory (dementia-friendly events)
• Community Programs:
  • "Age Friendly Northumberland" initiative
  • Dementia adventure programs in national parks