Care Homes in Washington

Your guide to the best care homes around Washington.

Care Homes in Washington

  1. Northbourne-main-image
    Rooms Available

    Northbourne

    Durham Rd, Gateshead, NE9 5AR
    CQC Rating Outstanding
    Anchor-logo

    Northbourne , operated by Anchor, is nestled in the charming village of Low Fell, Gateshead, offering exceptional residential and dementia care.

    Care available

    From

    £1,080

    per week

    ResidentialDementiaRespiteConvalescentPalliative
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    Barchester Healthcare South Chowdene

    Chowdene Nursing Home, Gateshead, NE9 6JE
    CQC Rating Outstanding
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    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.

    Care available

    From

    £1,156

    per week

    NursingRespiteConvalescentPalliative
  3. Barchester Healthcare Appletree Grange-main-image
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    Barchester Healthcare Appletree Grange

    Durham Rd, Chester-le-Street, DH3 2BH
    CQC Rating Good
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    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.

    Care available

    From

    £1,116

    per week

    ResidentialDementiaRespite
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    Barchester Healthcare Washington Grange

    Washington Grange, Washington, NE38 8HZ
    CQC Rating Good
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    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.

    Care available

    From

    £1,139

    per week

    ResidentialDementiaRespite
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    Barchester Healthcare Springvale Court

    Springwell Rd, Gateshead, NE9 7AD
    CQC Rating Good
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    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.

    Care available

    From

    £1,159

    per week

    ResidentialDementiaRespiteConvalescent

Near Washington

  1. Barnes Court-main-image
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    Barnes Court

    Wycliffe Rd, Wycliffe Road, SR4 7QG
    CQC Rating Good5.01 miles from centre
    Maria Mallaband Care Group-logo

    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.

    Care available

    From

    £1,095

    per week

    ResidentialNursingDementiaRespiteMental health
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    Pavillion

    North View Terrace, Houghton le Spring, DH4 5NW
    CQC Rating Good4.33 miles from centre
    Sanctuary Care-logo

    Pavillion Residential and Nursing Home in Houghton le Spring, Tyne & Wear, is celebrated for its 'Gold Standard' care, awarded by Sunderland City Council.

    Care available

    From

    £1,138

    per week

    ResidentialNursingDementiaRespiteMental healthPalliativePhysiotherapy
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    Barchester Healthcare Bedewell Grange

    Campbell Park Rd, Hebburn, NE31 2SL
    CQC Rating Good5.23 miles from centre
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    Set within two acres of grounds in the bustling town of Hebburn, Bedewell Grange is a welcoming care home that provides expert residential, dementia and respite care to the elderly.

    Care available

    From

    £1,210

    per week

    ResidentialDementiaRespiteConvalescent
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    Maple Lodge

    Woolwich Rd, Sunderland, SR5 5SF
    CQC Rating Good5.32 miles from centre
    Harbour Healthcare-logo

    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.

    Care available

    From

    £1,234

    per week

    ResidentialNursingDementiaRespiteMental healthPhysiotherapy
  5. Needham Court-main-image
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    Needham Court

    Needham Court, Jarrow, NE32 3UD
    CQC Rating Good5.50 miles from centre
    HC-One-logo

    Needham Court, part of the HC-One family of care homes, is situated in Jarrow, a town renowned for its rich shipbuilding heritage on the River Tyne.

    Care available

    From

    £1,208

    per week

    ResidentialDementiaRespitePalliative
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    Thorncliffe House

    Thornhill Park, Sunderland, SR2 7LA
    CQC Rating Good5.73 miles from centre

    Thorncliffe House, managed by Thorncliffe Care is situated in Sunderland and offers exceptional residential and dementia care within a welcoming environment.

    Care available

    From

    £1,022

    per week

    ResidentialDementiaRespiteConvalescentMental healthPalliativePhysiotherapy
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    Palmersdene

    Grange Rd W, Jarrow, NE32 3JA
    CQC Rating Good5.90 miles from centre
    Anchor-logo

    Anchor's Palmersdene care home in Jarrow offers exceptional residential and dementia care for elderly individuals.

    Care available

    From

    £1,120

    per week

    ResidentialDementiaRespiteConvalescent
  8. Regents View-main-image
    Rooms Available

    Regents View

    Francis Rd, Houghton le Spring, DH5 9EQ
    CQC Rating Requires improvement6.12 miles from centre
    Harbour Healthcare-logo

    Regents View Care Home is located in Hetton le Hole, a small town in the city of Sunderland, Tyne and Wear.

    Care available

    From

    £1,194

    per week

    NursingDementiaRespiteMental healthPalliativePhysiotherapy
  9. Barchester Healthcare Harton Grange-main-image
    Rooms Available
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    Barchester Healthcare Harton Grange

    Boldon Ln, South Shields, NE34 0LZ
    CQC Rating Outstanding6.20 miles from centre
    Barchester Healthcare-logo

    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.

    Care available

    From

    £1,447

    per week

    ResidentialDementiaRespiteMental health
  10. Primrose-main-image
    Rooms Available

    Primrose

    62A Station Rd, Houghton le Spring, DH5 0AT
    CQC Rating Good6.57 miles from centre

    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.

    Care available

    From

    £1,022

    per week

    ResidentialDementiaRespiteConvalescentMental healthPalliativePhysiotherapy

Your Trusted Guide To Care Homes in Washington

Not to be confused with the US state, Washington - a town in Tyne and Wear - has some of the best care homes in the North East.

We’ve made your care search easy by showing all care homes in Washington that have bed availability, whether you’re looking for a highly-rated residential care home or a nursing home. We also list specialist homes that offer dementia care.

Purpose-built care homes like Appletree Grange are waiting to welcome your loved one, with a team of care experts on hand to provide expert advice. Most homes also have a care home activities programme too, providing daily entertainment in the form of music sessions, arts and crafts, games and more.

It’s not all indoor fun either - care home residents in Washington can explore the town’s historic buildings or relax at one of the riverside pubs and bars to sip a drink on a warm afternoon.

Did you know we also have homes in the nearby areas of Chester-le-Street, Gateshead and Sunderland?

Hannah Karim

Written by Hannah Karim

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.

Frequently asked questions

Here is some further information about care homes in Washington.

How many care homes are there in Washington?

We have 159 care homes in Washington. 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 Washington?

Care home costs vary significantly across Washington. The average cost of care in Washington is £1,085 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 Washington?

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 Washington may include hairdressing, chiropody, physiotherapy, other forms of therapy, trips out, and specialist equipment.

What factors affect Washington care home fees?

In Washington, 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 Washington regulated by the Care Quality Commission (CQC)?

Yes, every Washington 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 Washington care homes offer residential care?

1 Washington 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 Washington offer a safe setting for those who find it challenging to live independently, but don't have complex health needs.

What care homes in Washington offer dementia care?

1 care homes in Washington 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 Washington care homes offer respite care?

If you're looking for temporary respite care, we have 1 respite care homes in Washington 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 Washington.

Average care home costs in Washington

Average cost of residential care
£1,139per week
Average cost of dementia care
£1,139per week
Average cost of nursing & dementia care
£1,139per week

Washington's Care Regulator:

Care Quality Commission

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