Location

North Tyneside General Hospital 

Ward Name / Number

Ward 20

Direct dial telephone number

0191 293 4371

Location of ward

Near to the diabetes resource centre on the ground floor. Car park is 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

Amy Dixon 

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

After 10.30am