Your guide to the best care homes around Chester-le-Street.
Appletree Grange is a 32-bed purpose-built care home located in the quiet historic town of Chester-le-Street and provides residential care and specialised dementia care.
From
£1,116
per week
Pavillion Residential and Nursing Home in Houghton le Spring, Tyne & Wear, is celebrated for its 'Gold Standard' care, awarded by Sunderland City Council.
From
£1,138
per week
Sitting in the charming village of Barmston, in Washington, Washington Grange is a friendly care home that provides expert residential, dementia and respite care to the elderly.
From
£1,139
per week
Hollie Hill Care Home is situated in Stanley, close to the town centre and offers residential care, nursing care and residential dementia care, encouraging residents to get the most out of each day through social activities and building friendships with other residents.
From
£1,315
per week
Located in Wrekenton, a quiet residential area of Gateshead, Springvale Court is a welcoming care home that provides expert residential, dementia and respite care to the elderly.
From
£1,159
per week
Perfectly located in the quaint town of Stanley, Stanley Park is a welcoming care home that provides expert residential, dementia, nursing dementia, respite and end-of-life care to those in need.
From
£1,230
per week
Situated in a quaint and peaceful residential area in Gateshead, South Chowdene is a welcoming acre home that provides expert residential, nursing and respite care to older adults.
From
£1,156
per week
Melbury Court, part of the HC-One family of care homes, is a purpose-built care home situated in the heart of historic Durham.
From
£1,208
per week
Primrose Care Home, managed by Primrose Care Home Hetton, is situated in the heart of Sunderland, offering a warm and inviting environment for those seeking residential and dementia care.
From
£1,022
per week
Regents View Care Home is located in Hetton le Hole, a small town in the city of Sunderland, Tyne and Wear.
From
£1,086
per week
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£1,080
per week
Elizabeth Fleming Care Home, managed by Marton Care Homes, is situated in the charming town of Hetton-le-Hole, Tyne & Wear.
From
£1,215
per week
Langley Park Care Home, operated by Marton Care Homes, is situated in the charming area of Langley Park in Durham.
From
£1,265
per week
Ideally located just a ten minute drive from Durham’s city centre in the village of Langley Park, Kingsway is the perfect care home where your loved one can get the care they need in a home they love.
From
£900
per week
St Margaret's Care Home, part of the HC-One family of care homes in Durham, provides a warm and welcoming environment with residential, nursing, and residential dementia care.
From
£1,208
per week
Here, you can find a care home in Chester-le-Street to suit your elderly care needs. Every home listed has been vetted by our team of care experts and handpicked for its person-centred care, dedicated nursing staff and on-site facilities.
Situated in the heart of County Durham, Chester-le-Street - and the surrounding areas of Bishop Auckland and Stanley - have a brilliant variety of care homes to choose from.
We’ve partnered with the largest care home groups across the North East to showcase the best residential care homes and nursing homes, to make the care-finding process much simpler for you.
We understand being a carer for a family member can sometimes be hard, which is why we’ve rounded up a range of respite care homes in Chester-le-Street for anyone searching for temporary care.
Here, your loved one will be cared for in a home-from-home environment, with a variety of meaningful activities on offer. From fitness classes to painting, there’s something for everyone!
There’s also a range of best-rated convalescent care homes for anyone recovering from an illness or injury after leaving the hospital.
Our experts will work with you to find the perfect care home in Chester-le-Street for your requirements – simply get in touch today.
Customer Care Lead
Hannah has several years of experience within the care sector and has received training from Integrated Care Board (ICB) leads, the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) , and the Society of Later Life Advisers (SOLLA). Hannah also has an NHS Care Certificate.
Here is some further information about care homes in Chester-le-Street.
How many care homes are there in Chester-le-Street?
We have 151 care homes in Chester-le-Street. Our team of Care Experts hand-picks all our homes based on several factors, including the quality of care, facilities, and the home's culture.
What is the average cost of care in Chester-le-Street?
Care home costs vary significantly across Chester-le-Street. The average cost of care in Chester-le-Street is £1,149 per week.
You could be eligible for care funding support in England from your local authority - you can check through a free financial assessment, which immediately follows a care needs assessment. You may also qualify for a form of NHS support, such as NHS continuing healthcare.
What's included in the weekly cost of a care home in Chester-le-Street?
Typically, the weekly cost of a care home includes accommodation, the care itself, access to facilities, meals and snacks, housekeeping, social activities, and 24/7 support from carers and other staff members.
Additional extras in Chester-le-Street may include hairdressing, chiropody, physiotherapy, other forms of therapy, trips out, and specialist equipment.
What factors affect Chester-le-Street care home fees?
In Chester-le-Street, care home fees vary based on factors such as the type of care needed (with nursing care costing more than residential care), the facilities and activities available, room size and other features, and the staff-to-resident ratio.
Homes in more central areas may be more expensive due to higher property and carer costs.
Are all care homes in Chester-le-Street regulated by the Care Quality Commission (CQC)?
Yes, every Chester-le-Street care home has been given a rating by England's Care Quality Commission (CQC).
The CQC checks care homes to ensure they're safe and well-run. They regularly conduct inspections and publish reports to help care-seekers make the right choice.
How many Chester-le-Street care homes offer residential care?
1 Chester-le-Street homes offer residential care. These provide respectful, day-to-day support with tasks like washing, dressing, mobility, and managing certain medications.
Residential care homes in Chester-le-Street offer a safe setting for those who find it challenging to live independently, but don't have complex health needs.
What care homes in Chester-le-Street offer dementia care?
1 care homes in Chester-le-Street provide round-the-clock support for residents living with dementia.
These homes offer safe, supportive settings with staff trained to understand the needs of people experiencing memory loss or other dementia-related symptoms. Care is tailored to each resident, ensuring they're treated with the dignity and individuality they deserve. As dementia is a progressive condition, dementia care homes are equipped to adapt as needs change over time.
What Chester-le-Street care homes offer respite care?
If you're looking for temporary respite care, we have 1 respite care homes in Chester-le-Street that offer short-term stays.
Respite care is ideal when a regular carer needs a break, is on holiday, or is temporarily unable to provide care. Stays usually last a few weeks at a time and include the same level of support that permanent residents receive. You can find more information about respite care homes in Chester-le-Street.
Chester-le-Street's Care Regulator:
Care Quality Commission
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