Care Homes In Houghton-le-Spring

Part of the Four Seasons care group, Regents View Care Home is located in Hetton le Hole, a small town in the city of Sunderland, Tyne and Wear. Situated in its own large gardens, Regents View provides expert residential, nursing and dementia care, as well as respite care and specialist care for those with mental health conditions. Residents are constantly supported to establish their mental wellbeing and independence; whether it’s relaxing in the garden with friends or taking part in the vibrant activities programme and taking trips to the local park. The home is just off the main high street and has good public transport links.

Sitting in the friendly village of Shiney Row in Houghton-le-spring, Grangewood is a friendly care home that provides expert residential, dementia, respite and end-of-life care to those in need. Home to a wealth of amenities including spacious bedrooms equipped with ensuite bathroom facilities, manicured gardens, plenty of cosy communal lounges and a hair and beauty salon, this Care UK home is the perfect place for residents to spend their later years in happiness. The dedicated team here at Grangewood ensure there is never a dull moment, from afternoon teas and wine and cheese evenings to trips to nearby Tyne and Wear attractions like the Great North and the Discovery Museum.

Sitting close to the vibrant harbour town of Seaham, in a small and peaceful village, sits Church View. This snug and secure Care UK home provides residential, dementia and respite care to the elderly, as well as compassionate end of life care. The home consists of 42 comfortable en-suite bedrooms, sociable communal spaces, a hair and beauty salon and a dedicated activities area, as well as a specialist dementia suite adapted to provide a meaningful and familiar space. Both the care and activities at Church View are tailored to the residents with a stimulating calendar of entertainment as well as more spontaneous outings, to enjoy the picturesque Durham coast.

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. The home, which was rated ‘Gold’ by Sunderland City Council, features spacious bedrooms, a kitchenette on all floors, cosy communal lounges and a hair salon, as well as a 5-star rated kitchen serving up delicious home cooked meals and snacks. The secure central garden is the jewel in Barnes Court’s crown, with outdoor seating and raised flower beds that residents can help to tend. There is parking on-site, but the home is also easily accessible via bus.

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. Staff at Appletree Grange are caring and friendly, striving to meet residents’ every need while still enabling them to maintain their independence. Residents can enjoy visits from hairdressers, local schools and churches and there are regular outings to the local community centre and garden centre. The home is situated between Newcastle upon Tyne and Durham, making day trips and excursions easy; either via the excellent public transport links or the home’s minibus.

Highcliffe is an Avery Healthcare care home located in Witherwack in Sunderland and provides residential care, dementia care and respite care. Located just north of the city centre in a quiet residential area, Highcliffe boasts light and airy interiors, good-sized bedrooms with ensuite facilities, lounges for socialising or relaxation and a beautiful garden where the more green-fingered residents can enjoy gardening. As well as being just a short drive from the beach, Highcliffe’s residents also benefit from the range of activities at the home, from fashioning jewellery to making collages and taking trips to the Washington Wetlands Trust.

Maple Lodge Care Home is located in a pleasant suburb of Sunderland, providing residential care and nursing care, plus respite care, palliative care, end of life care and dementia care accredited by Four Seasons Health Care’s Dementia Care Framework. Maple Lodge offers a choice of lounges, ensuite rooms, gardens and patio and as well as being surrounded by picturesque countryside views, the home is close to local shops and walking distance from public transport, making it easily accessible for visitors. Maple Lodge also has strong ties with the local community and visits from local churches and schools are a regular occurrence.

Hallgarth Care Home is a scenic care home located in Durham and offers residential care, nursing care and respite care. The care team put on a busy activities programme to keep residents engaged and entertained, from fun themed days and visits from entertainers, to poetry club and day trips to local points of interest like the Beamish Museum. Hallgarth also has strong community links and hosts events for Durham Cricket Club, Grays College and Rhythm not Blues. The home is situated in a quiet residential area just a short walk from Durham’s city centre, with great public transport links.

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. The care team are also developing a sensory garden for those with dementia. The home regularly receives visits from local nursery children, and pet therapy dogs and there is even a resident cat, dog and peacock that residents love to look after. Hollie Hill is just six miles from Durham and has excellent transport links via bus and the A1.

Sitting in its own manicured grounds in South Shields, Harton Grange is a purpose-built care home that provides expert residential, dementia and respite care to the elderly. This Barchester home boasts an array of modern facilities, including beautifully decorated bedrooms equipped with ensuite bathrooms facilities, a selection of welcoming lounges, bright and airy dining areas, manicured gardens and a sun-trap roof terrace where residents can enjoy some fresh air. The dedicated team at Harton Grange ensure no two days are the same, whether it be playing games in the activity room or cooking in the kitchen facilities, there’s something for everyone here.