Location

North Tyneside General Hospital

Ward Name / Number

Ward 21

Location of ward

Ward 21 has its own entrance at the back of the main hospital building.

Type of ward

Mental health services for older people 

Phone number 0191 293 4030

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 - 12:30pm. 

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

Time of consultant rounds

Tuesday 10.15 am and 2.15pm; Wednesday 10.15am and 2.15pm

Ward Manager’s name

Ben Slade

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

Any time