Mariposa Care – Derwent Care Home
At a Glance
The information you need to decide whether this home warrants a closer look.
Residential homes
Staff warmth score
of reviewers answered yes
Good to know
- Registered beds45
- SpecialismsCaring for adults over 65 yrs, Dementia
- Last inspected2019-10-23
The Evidence
What the review data, the inspection reports, and the dementia-care evidence base tell us about this home.
What families say
The eight family priority themes
- Staff warmth72
- Compassion & dignity72
- Cleanliness70
- Activities & engagement65
- Food quality65
- Healthcare68
- Management & leadership72
- Resident happiness70
What inspectors found
Inspected 2019-10-23
Is this home safe?
Is the care effective?
The Effective domain was rated Good. This domain covers how well the home assesses and plans care, whether staff are trained appropriately, how healthcare needs are met, and whether residents receive adequate nutrition. The published inspection summary provides no specific detail on dementia training content, care plan personalisation, GP access arrangements, or food quality. The Good rating indicates inspectors were satisfied overall, but the evidence behind it is not visible in the published text.Is this home caring?
The Caring domain was rated Good at the September 2019 inspection. This domain covers staff warmth, dignity, respect, and whether residents are supported to maintain their independence. The published summary includes no direct quotes from residents or relatives, no specific observations of staff interactions, and no examples of how dignity was demonstrated in practice. The Good rating is the only publicly available signal for this domain.Is the home responsive?
The Responsive domain was rated Good. This domain covers whether the home provides meaningful activities, meets individual needs and preferences, and has robust end-of-life care arrangements. The published inspection summary contains no detail on the activity programme, no examples of how individual preferences are accommodated, and no information about end-of-life planning. For a home specialising in dementia care, the absence of specific evidence in this area is notable.Is the home well-led?
The Well-led domain was rated Good. The inspection record names a Registered Manager (Ms Julie Theresa Baron) and a Nominated Individual (Ms Louise Anne Kerry), confirming that formal leadership accountability is in place. The published summary contains no specific detail about management visibility, staff culture, governance processes, or how the home handles complaints and incidents. The July 2023 review found no evidence to prompt a reassessment of the Good rating.
Source: CQC inspection report →
What the evidence base says
The team at Derwent specialises in caring for adults over 65, including those with dementia. They organise activities like music events and social gatherings designed to bring joy to residents' days. For residents with dementia, the home provides activities tailored to their needs, including special choir sessions. The team works to create an environment where those living with dementia can feel comfortable and engaged. All areas worth probing directly during a visit.
The DCC Verdict
Our editorial view, built from the three lenses: what families tell us, what inspectors record, and how the home sits against good dementia-care practice.
DCC Family Score
Derwent Care Home received a Good rating across all five domains at its last inspection in September 2019, which is a positive foundation. However, because the published report contains very little specific detail, scores reflect the Good rating rather than verified direct evidence from inspector observations or testimony.
Homes in North East typically score 68–82.Worth a visit
Derwent Care Home, in Low Westwood, Newcastle upon Tyne, was rated Good across all five inspection domains at its last inspection in September 2019. The home is registered to provide residential and personal care for up to 45 older adults, including people with dementia, and is run by Mariposa Care Group Limited with a named Registered Manager and Nominated Individual in place. A review of available data in July 2023 found no evidence requiring a change to that rating, meaning the Good status has been maintained without a formal re-inspection for over five years. The most important thing to be aware of is that the published inspection report for this home is a short summary only, with very limited specific evidence about what life is actually like for the people who live there. The Good rating is genuinely positive, but it tells you little about staff warmth, food, activities, night staffing, or how the home communicates with families. Before making a decision, visit in person, ask to see last week's actual staffing rota (not just the template), and ask how the home supports people with dementia who need one-to-one engagement rather than group activities.
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In Their Own Words
How Mariposa Care – Derwent Care Home describes itself — collected from its own website. DCC has not edited or independently verified the content in this tab.
Welcoming Newcastle care home specialising in dementia support
Compassionate Care in Newcastle Upon Tyne at Derwent Care Home
Derwent Care Home in Newcastle Upon Tyne provides residential care for older adults, with particular experience in supporting those living with dementia. The home maintains clean, well-decorated spaces and organises regular entertainment and activities to keep residents engaged.
Who they care for
The team at Derwent specialises in caring for adults over 65, including those with dementia. They organise activities like music events and social gatherings designed to bring joy to residents' days.
For residents with dementia, the home provides activities tailored to their needs, including special choir sessions. The team works to create an environment where those living with dementia can feel comfortable and engaged.
“To learn more about life at Derwent and whether it might suit your loved one's needs, we'd encourage arranging a visit to see the home for yourself.”
DCC does not edit or curate content in this tab. For independently curated information, see The Evidence and DCC Verdict.
The DCC Verdict
Our editorial view, built from the three lenses: what families tell us, what inspectors record, and how the home sits against good dementia-care practice.
DCC Family Score
Derwent Care Home received a Good rating across all five domains at its last inspection in September 2019, which is a positive foundation. However, because the published report contains very little specific detail, scores reflect the Good rating rather than verified direct evidence from inspector observations or testimony.
Homes in North East typically score 68–82.Worth a visit
Derwent Care Home, in Low Westwood, Newcastle upon Tyne, was rated Good across all five inspection domains at its last inspection in September 2019. The home is registered to provide residential and personal care for up to 45 older adults, including people with dementia, and is run by Mariposa Care Group Limited with a named Registered Manager and Nominated Individual in place. A review of available data in July 2023 found no evidence requiring a change to that rating, meaning the Good status has been maintained without a formal re-inspection for over five years. The most important thing to be aware of is that the published inspection report for this home is a short summary only, with very limited specific evidence about what life is actually like for the people who live there. The Good rating is genuinely positive, but it tells you little about staff warmth, food, activities, night staffing, or how the home communicates with families. Before making a decision, visit in person, ask to see last week's actual staffing rota (not just the template), and ask how the home supports people with dementia who need one-to-one engagement rather than group activities.
The three questions to ask when you visitSave this home. Compare it against your shortlist.
Let our analysis show you how Mariposa Care – Derwent Care Home measures up against the other homes you’re considering. Free account.
In Their Own Words
How Mariposa Care – Derwent Care Home describes itself — collected from its own website. DCC has not edited or independently verified the content in this tab.
Welcoming Newcastle care home specialising in dementia support
Compassionate Care in Newcastle Upon Tyne at Derwent Care Home
Derwent Care Home in Newcastle Upon Tyne provides residential care for older adults, with particular experience in supporting those living with dementia. The home maintains clean, well-decorated spaces and organises regular entertainment and activities to keep residents engaged.
Who they care for
The team at Derwent specialises in caring for adults over 65, including those with dementia. They organise activities like music events and social gatherings designed to bring joy to residents' days.
For residents with dementia, the home provides activities tailored to their needs, including special choir sessions. The team works to create an environment where those living with dementia can feel comfortable and engaged.
“To learn more about life at Derwent and whether it might suit your loved one's needs, we'd encourage arranging a visit to see the home for yourself.”
DCC does not edit or curate content in this tab. For independently curated information, see The Evidence and DCC Verdict.
