Walkergate Hospital

Name :

Walkergate Hospital

Address  :

Benfield Road

Town  :

Newcastle Upon Tyne

State  :

Tyne and Wear

Country  :

UK

Post Code:

NE6 4QD

Phone  :

0191 233 6161

Web URL  :


Description

Newcastles population is ageing and steadily growing with advancements in treatments in medical care and it is estimated that in 20 years time one in five people in Newcastle will be over 65

Older people themselves are changing and their experiences and aspirations are different wanting greater independence choice and control over their care and well being and to be treated as true individuals with dignity and respect
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