Location

North Tyneside General Hospital 

Ward Name / Number

Memory Clinic and Early Onset Dementia Service 

Direct dial telephone number

Memory Clinic 0191 2932542 / Early Onset Dementia Service 0191 293 4010

Location of ward

Next to ward 21 MHSOP at the rear of the hospital 

Type of ward

Mental health services for older people 

Ward visiting times

10am - 8pm.

Are children welcome?

Yes. They must always be supervised.

Is there flexibility in visiting?

Yes. For more information on visiting, visit this page.

Are the numbers restricted?

We ask that there are no more than 2 visitors at a time. These visitors can change

Protected meal times

12pm - 1pm and 5pm - 6pm. 

Family, friends and carers are welcome to visit at mealtimes if your loved one needs help or encouragement with eating and drinking.

Ward Manager’s name

John Rutherford

When is the best time for relatives to contact the ward to check on patient?

Anytime