Rooms Available
Northbourne
Durham Rd, Gateshead, NE9 5ARCQC Rating Outstanding
Care available
From
£1,080
per week
ResidentialDementiaRespiteConvalescentPalliative
Care Homes in Washington
Your guide to the best care homes around Washington.
Care Homes in Washington
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Barchester Healthcare South Chowdene
Chowdene Nursing Home, Gateshead, NE9 6JECQC Rating Outstanding
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 availableFrom
£1,156
per week
NursingRespiteConvalescentPalliative
Rooms AvailableBarchester Healthcare Appletree Grange
Durham Rd, Chester-le-Street, DH3 2BHCQC Rating GoodAppletree 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 availableFrom
£1,116
per week
ResidentialDementiaRespite
Rooms AvailableBarchester Healthcare Washington Grange
Washington Grange, Washington, NE38 8HZCQC Rating GoodSitting 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 availableFrom
£1,139
per week
ResidentialDementiaRespite
Rooms AvailableBarchester Healthcare Springvale Court
Springwell Rd, Gateshead, NE9 7ADCQC Rating GoodLocated 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 availableFrom
£1,159
per week
ResidentialDementiaRespiteConvalescent
Near Washington
Rooms AvailableBarnes Court
Wycliffe Rd, Wycliffe Road, SR4 7QGCQC Rating Good5.01 miles from centre
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 availableFrom
£1,095
per week
ResidentialNursingDementiaRespiteMental health
Rooms AvailableMaple Lodge
Woolwich Rd, Sunderland, SR5 5SFCQC Rating Good5.32 miles from centre
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 availableFrom
£1,234
per week
ResidentialNursingDementiaRespiteMental healthPhysiotherapy
Rooms AvailableBarchester Healthcare Bedewell Grange
Campbell Park Rd, Hebburn, NE31 2SLCQC Rating Good5.23 miles from centreSet 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 availableFrom
£1,210
per week
ResidentialDementiaRespiteConvalescent
Rooms AvailableNeedham Court
Needham Court, Jarrow, NE32 3UDCQC Rating Good5.50 miles from centre
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 availableFrom
£1,208
per week
ResidentialDementiaRespitePalliative
Rooms AvailableThorncliffe House
Thornhill Park, Sunderland, SR2 7LACQC Rating Good5.73 miles from centreThorncliffe House, managed by Thorncliffe Care is situated in Sunderland and offers exceptional residential and dementia care within a welcoming environment.
Care availableFrom
£1,022
per week
ResidentialDementiaRespiteConvalescentMental healthPalliativePhysiotherapy
Rooms AvailablePalmersdene
Grange Rd W, Jarrow, NE32 3JACQC Rating Good5.90 miles from centreCare availableFrom
£1,120
per week
ResidentialDementiaRespiteConvalescent
Rooms AvailableRegents View
Francis Rd, Houghton le Spring, DH5 9EQCQC Rating Requires improvement6.12 miles from centreRegents View Care Home is located in Hetton le Hole, a small town in the city of Sunderland, Tyne and Wear.
Care availableFrom
£1,246
per week
NursingDementiaRespiteMental healthPalliativePhysiotherapy
Rooms AvailableBarchester Healthcare Harton Grange
Boldon Ln, South Shields, NE34 0LZCQC Rating Outstanding6.20 miles from centreSitting 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 availableFrom
£1,447
per week
ResidentialDementiaRespiteMental health
Rooms AvailableThe Laurels
Francis Rd, Houghton le Spring, DH5 9EQCQC Rating Good6.16 miles from centreLocated in Hetton le Hole in Durham county, The Laurels is a care home that offers residential care, specialist dementia care and nursing care for those with complex medical needs.
Care availableFrom
£1,150
per week
ResidentialNursingDementiaRespitePalliative
Rooms AvailableElizabeth Fleming
Market St, Hetton-le-Hole, DH5 9DYCQC Rating Good6.18 miles from centre
Elizabeth Fleming Care Home, managed by Marton Care Homes, is situated in the charming town of Hetton-le-Hole, Tyne & Wear.
Care availableFrom
£1,215
per week
ResidentialNursingDementiaRespiteConvalescentMental healthPalliative
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?
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 162 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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