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Our Services – Alan Shearer Centre

The Alan Shearer Centre

Welcome to the Alan Shearer Centre, a unique and inclusive range of services dedicated to supporting children and adults with disabilities. Our Centre, part of St Cuthbert’s Care, is located in fully accessible grounds on the outskirts of Newcastle and provides social and sensory experiences alongside residential care and tailored short breaks for adults with complex disabilities. We offer a welcoming environment where everyone feels accepted and can be themselves.

A sensory room with different colours and textures
Activity Centre

Our activity centre is a vibrant place that allows people to develop through sensory stimulation in a relaxing social setting.

Explore The Activity Centre

Birds eye view of the Alan Shearer Centre
Specialist Residential Home

Our residential home offers long-term support and safe, nurturing care for adults with complex disabilities and sensory impairments.

Explore The Specialist Residential Home

The Hydropool at the Alan Shearer centre
Short Break

Our respite service for those with complex needs is currently under review. We will have more information to share later in the year.

Explore The Short Break Centre

The Alan Shearer Foundation Logo

 Thanks to the incredible support of the Alan Shearer Foundation, the Alan Shearer Activity Centre is completely FREE of charge for all members, and additionally allows us to develop our services across the Alan Shearer Centre. Visit www.alanshearerfoundation.org.uk

Testimonials

The Centre has been life-changing for our family. It’s not just the wonderful facilities it’s the sense of welcome and understanding that you feel the moment you arrive. The staff are patient, kind, and genuinely go out of their way to make every visit special. For us, it’s a place where we can relax, knowing that our son is safe and happy.
The Alan Shearer Centre colourful logo with tree
SarahParent Of Service User
Visiting my son here is always a positive experience. The staff are attentive, the environment is welcoming, and I know he’s genuinely happy
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PaulFather Of Resident
From the first time we visited the environment is safe and accessible, and the staff always treat our daughter with such care and respect. It’s rare to find somewhere that truly understands the needs of families like ours, but Centre does exactly that. It’s given us so many happy memories and a place we look forward to returning to again and again.
David & Emma
David & Emma Parents Of Service User
My brother has complex needs, and we often struggle to find places where he feels both comfortable and included. Here, everything is done with such care we always leave feeling uplifted, and it has become a space we know we can rely on for support and fun
Laura
LauraSister Of Member
My son loves the sensory rooms, and it’s such a relief as a parent to know there’s a safe, inclusive space where he can really enjoy himself. It feels like a home away from home for us
Karen
KarenMum To A Young Adult With Autism
My sister feels comfortable and supported every day. The team make her feel part of the community, and that peace of mind is priceless for us as a family
Ashleigh
AshleighSister Of Resident
As a support worker, I’ve taken many people to the Alan Shearer Centre, and every single time, it’s a positive experience. The environment is calming, the staff are professional and compassionate, and the activities are genuinely engaging. It’s such a valuable resource for the community
Olivia
OliviaSupport Worker
The centre offers an invaluable service to families and carers. It’s a model of inclusive, person-centred support
Jasmine
JasmineSpecialist Nurse
Whenever I bring someone here, I know they’ll feel comfortable and welcomed straight away. The activities are engaging, but it’s the atmosphere that makes it special
Mark
MarkSupport Worker
Knowing my daughter is supported and cared for means the world. The staff are approachable, kind, and always keep us updated, which is so important
Helen
Helen Mother Of Resident
We really enjoy coming here. Sometimes it can get busy at peak times, but the staff always do their best to make sure everyone feels welcome and included
Michael
MichaelDad Of Teenage Member
The swimming pool is my favourite part. It can be hard to get a slot sometimes, but when I do, it’s the highlight of my week
Joe
JoeService User
I cannot recommend the Alan Shearer Centre highly enough. The facilities are exceptional from the sensory rooms to the hydrotherapy pool all thoughtfully designed to support people with a wide range of needs.
Sophie
SophieOccupational Therapist
The centre has been a huge help to our family. The booking system can be tricky on busy days, but it’s worth it for the activities and support on offer
Anna
AnnaMum

Where To Find Us

Alan Shearer Centre
West Denton Close,
Newcastle Upon Tyne
NE15 7LU

email: reception@alanshearercentre.org.uk

0191 2678118

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