Little Sisters of the Poor, Sunderland
contact details
Address and Telephone:
Holy Cross Home, Ettrick Grove, High Barnes, Sunderland, SR4 8QA
Tel: (0191) 567 0862
foundation and history
The Little Sisters of the Poor are an order of religious women, members of an International Congregation, founded by Jeanne Jugan in 1839. Their charism is a dedication to the service of the elderly.
They accompany those who they serve with love, compassion and skilled care. The lives of the Little Sisters while being active, reflect a strong contemplative dimension.
The Congregation of the Little Sisters of the Poor, an international community, was founded in 1839, when Blessed Jeanne Jugan opened her home and her heart to Jesus Christ in the person of a poor, blind and paralysed elderly person.
Work of the Order in this diocese
In our Diocese the Little Sisters of the Poor have two homes; one in Newcastle and one in Sunderland. .
Holy Cross Home, Sunderland is a registered Care Home providing care and accommodation for 46 Elderly Residents.
Residents have their own room and the Home has its own chapel, pleasant dining rooms, lounges and multipurpose hall, laundry and a beautifully landscaped garden.
We aim to create a harmonious and family-like atmosphere among the Little Sisters, Residents and Staff. Each resident has the assurance of respect and dignity
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Website: Little Sisters in Hexham and Newcastle Diocese