Your guide to the best care homes around Durham.
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.
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£1,022
per week
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£1,080
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.
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£1,156
per week
Eden House, Part of the HC-One family of care homes, is situated in the peaceful residential area of Bishop Auckland, County Durham.
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£1,208
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
Barnes Court is a purpose-built, multi-storey care home in Sunderland that offers a whole range of care services, including residential, nursing, dementia, respite, palliative, disability and day care.
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£1,095
per week
Nestled amidst open fields, Dovecote care home stands as an inviting haven in High Spen, Gateshead.
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£1,095
per week
Cedar House, operated by Cedar House Sunderland, is nestled in the heart of Sunderland, offering a unique blend of private, residential, and 24-hour dementia care.
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£1,022
per week
Thorncliffe House, managed by Thorncliffe Care is situated in Sunderland and offers exceptional residential and dementia care within a welcoming environment.
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£1,022
per week
Stoneleigh, part of the HC-One family of care homes in Stanley, provides a welcoming environment tailored for residential and residential dementia care.
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£1,029
per week
Located in Cobblers Lane, less than two miles from Newton Aycliffe town centre, Rose Lodge is a purpose-built County Durham care home providing residential care, dementia care, respite care, palliative care and day care.
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£1,073
per week
In Brandon, just three miles from Durham, Rushyfields Care Home offers a peaceful haven in the heart of the picturesque village.
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£1,115
per week
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.
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£1,116
per week
Barrington Lodge Care Home is situated in the market town of Bishop Auckland in County Durham and offers residential care, nursing care, dementia care and respite care.
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£1,125
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.
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£1,138
per week
From some of the best respite care homes for short-term care to nursing homes with registered nurses available 24/7, you’ll find a range of elderly care options in Durham to suit your loved one’s care needs. Above, we’ve also listed dementia care homes for people living with a form of dementia such as Alzheimer’s. Whatever your loved one requires, every care home in Durham creates enriching lifestyles for their residents, including through fun activities and luxurious facilities such as communal lounges, tranquil gardens and beauty salons.
Rated ‘Good’ overall by the Care Quality Commission (CQC), Rushyfields Care Home is one of the best care homes in Durham. Southwest of the city centre, Rushyfields offers a peaceful haven, with a lovely garden and patio area where residents love to relax during the summer months. There are 41 en-suite bedrooms at Rushyfields, along with a communal dining room that serves delicious, freshly cooked meals
The hardworking care team at Pavillion Care Home offer several care types, including residential care if you need some extra assistance with tasks like washing and getting dressed, and nursing care if you need 24/7 support from registered nurses due to a medical condition. This home also specialises in dementia care, and we love the music therapy sessions aimed at people living with dementia
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 Durham.
How many care homes are there in Durham?
We have 219 care homes in Durham. 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 Durham?
Care home costs vary significantly across Durham. The average cost of care in Durham is £1,088 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 Durham?
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 Durham may include hairdressing, chiropody, physiotherapy, other forms of therapy, trips out, and specialist equipment.
What factors affect Durham care home fees?
In Durham, 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 Durham regulated by the Care Quality Commission (CQC)?
Yes, every Durham 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 Durham care homes offer residential care?
1 Durham 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 Durham offer a safe setting for those who find it challenging to live independently, but don't have complex health needs.
What Durham care homes offer respite care?
If you're looking for temporary respite care, we have 1 respite care homes in Durham 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 Durham.
Are there any care homes in Durham that offer end-of-life or palliative care?
1 Durham care homes provide specialist palliative and end-of-life care for your loved one. Searching for this type of support can be an emotional experience, so our Care Experts are here to guide you every step of the way.
A palliative care home provides the highest level of care and comfort to those living with chronic or life-limiting conditions. This can take place over weeks, months, or even years. As your loved one nears the end of their life, they'll be given end-of-life care, which focuses on easing discomfort and providing sensitive support.
Durham's Care Regulator:
Care Quality Commission
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