Complex care in Sunderland
Welcome to Hylton Grange, where we provide nursing care for adults living with complex needs arising from mental health, neurological, and physical health conditions.
Located on Poole Road in Sunderland, Hylton Grange has 30 bedrooms across three small, purpose-built units, creating a homely and supportive environment that’s more responsive to individual needs.
We’re dedicated to making every day better for the people we support, helping them lead meaningful lives and achieve their personal goals.
Our trained team provides high acuity, nurse-led care services, particularly for individuals with secondary diagnoses, co-morbidities or those who’ve experienced previous failed placements.
Whether you’re a healthcare professional seeking a complex care placement, or you’re exploring care options for a loved one, view our services below or contact us to find out more.
Our care
The people we support at Hylton Grange would often be in a hospital or higher acuity setting if not placed with us.
Our care enables them to stay in the community, closer to their loved ones.
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Look around Hylton Grange
Hylton Grange has 30 bedrooms, each with an en-suite, across three units.
With this small group living, we’re able to provide a homely and supportive environment that’s more responsive to individual needs.
The home has communal dining and living spaces, an activities hub, a therapy room, a hair salon, and a large accessible garden.
We offer a variety of accessible baths and showers for a range of mobility needs.
Hylton Grange is near local amenities and transport links, helping people stay connected to the community.
Profile of need by unit
Adelaide Unit
Has a primary dementia diagnosis, including alcohol related dementia, and is in the advanced stages
Presents with predominant mental health and behavioural needs
Displays complex behaviours of concern
Has severe cognitive impairment that affects understanding and communication
Has significant communication challenges that affect daily interaction
Has co-occurring physical health needs such as incontinence, mobility decline, nutritional and hydration risks, pain management, swallowing difficulties, and a higher risk of infections and skin breakdown
May require care for clinical interventions such as catheters, enteral feeding, Hickman lines, and medication regimes
May have experienced failed placements or be ready for discharge following a hospital stay
May require palliative and/or end of life nursing care
Requires care focused on comfort, meaningful engagement, and adapting support as needs change
Liberty Unit
Has a primary neurological diagnosis such as brain injury, dementia (at an earlier stage to Adelaide Unit), or Korsakoff’s syndrome
Presents with predominant mental health and behavioural needs
Displays behaviours of concern
Is older working age, typically 50+
May have experienced failed placements or be ready for discharge following a hospital stay
May have co-occurring physical health needs such as incontinence, mobility decline, nutritional and hydration risks, pain management, and swallowing difficulties
May require care for clinical interventions such as catheters, enteral feeding, Hickman lines, and medication regimes
May have communication-related conditions that affect understanding or expression
Thrives in active and sociable environment
Requires care focused on stabilisation, meaningful occupation, emotional wellbeing, and structured routines, with community engagement where appropriate
Torrens Unit
Has a primary mental health diagnosis, including but not limited to delirium, personality disorder, or paranoid schizophrenia
Displays complex behaviours of concern
Is a working age adult
Requires multi-agency working, including with the Court of Protection, to reduce restrictions and move towards greater independence
May have experienced failed placements or be ready for discharge following a hospital stay
Requires care focused on emotional wellbeing, daily function, and meaningful occupation including community engagement - with discharge to lower acuity settings where appropriate
Join our team and make a difference at Hylton Grange
No matter who you are or what experience you have, there are many ways you can make a difference at Hylton Grange.
The people who live in our home need care from a variety of colleagues.
Our roles range from Registered Nurses and Health Care Assistants to Housekeepers and Cooks, and every member of our team has a vital part to play.
We’re proud to be a National Living Wage employer, offering stable employment in an inclusive, values-led environment.
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Getting to Hylton Grange
Directions to Hylton Grange
Hylton Grange is a five minute drive from the A19.
On the A19, take the A183 exit towards Chester le Street / Sunderland.
If you're travelling north on the A19, take the third exit on the roundabout onto Chester Road/A183.
If you're travelling south on the A19, take the first exit on the roundabout onto Chester Road/A183.
At the first roundabout, take the first exit onto Hylton Road and go through another roundabout. Turn left onto St Luke's Road. Then, turn right onto Fordfield Road.
Hylton Grange is on the corner of Poole Road and Fordfield Road, opposite Blackie Park.
There are limited parking spaces in the home’s car park. Street parking is available along Poole Road and Fordfield Road.
Public transport to Hylton Grange
The home’s a short walk from several bus stops.
Fordfield Road-Polebrook Road bus stop, which is accessed by bus 10.
Fordfield Road bus stop, which is accessed by bus 10.
There's also a train station in the area.
Sunderland - 2.6 miles away (10 minute drive).
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