The 8 Best Care Homes In Middlesbrough

If you or your loved one require a care home in Middlesbrough then you’re in the right place. Below, we’ve listed eight of the best care homes in Middlesbrough, including residential, nursing and dementia care homes.

These homes are rated ‘Outstanding’ or ‘Good’ by the Care Quality Commission (CQC) - the two highest ratings available - and boast state-of-the-art facilities and a range of fun activities, ensuring there’s always something for residents to do.

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Explore the best care homes in Middlesbrough:

1. Dalby Court
2. Nunthorpe Oaks
3. The Hollies
4. Willowdene
5. Hundens Park
6. North Park
7. Field View
8. The Gardens

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Dalby Court

The first option on our list of the best care homes in Middlesbrough is Dalby Court Care Home. Situated south of the town centre in the neighbourhood of Coulby Newham, Dalby Court provides high-quality residential and dementia care on a permanent or short-term respite basis, often for a few weeks at a time.

Dalby Court is rated ‘Good’ by the Care Quality Commission (CQC), the second highest rating available. This rating is a testament to the warm and welcoming setting the team have created, along with how responsive they are to changing circumstances.

We love the facilities at this home, particularly The Coulby Inn (the home’s own bar area) and the central garden, which is adorned with colourful flowers and a water feature. It's the perfect location for fish and chip lunches. There’s also a Namaste room that provides unique sensory experiences for residents living with dementia.

Dalby Court is surrounded by beautiful North Yorkshire scenery and is just north of the North York Moors National Park, so there’s plenty for you or your loved one to explore.

CQC rating:

• Overall - Good
• Safe - Good
• Effective - Good
• Caring - Good
• Responsive - Good
• Well-led - Good

CQC Publication Date: 12/12/2023

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Nunthorpe Oaks

Southeast of Middlesbrough’s town centre, Nunthorpe Oaks Care Home is near several idyllic green spaces, including Guisborough Woods and Hutton Lowcross Woods. The home is also close to the Middlesbrough Golf Club, so there’s no shortage of things for older adults to enjoy.

Recently renovated, Nunthorpe Oaks is teeming with state-of-the-art facilities. The most popular among residents include spacious and comfortable lounges for socialising, a hair and beauty salon, a garden space with wheelchair-friendly pathways, and a bistro-style café where freshly prepared meals are served.

Meanwhile, the dedicated activity coordinators put on a range of fun activities, such as cinema nights, knitting clubs, and trips to nearby attractions like the Dorman Museum.

Several types of care are available at Nunthorpe Oaks, so there’s sure to be something for your loved one’s needs. Residential, dementia and respite care are all available, along with adult day care services.

CQC rating:

• Overall - Good
• Safe - Good
• Effective - Good
• Caring - Good
• Responsive - Good
• Well-led - Good

CQC Publication Date: 31/08/2022

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The Hollies

Next up is The Hollies Care Home, which is situated on the outskirts of Middlesbrough in the quaint market town of Norton. Whatever your loved one’s needs, they’ll be looked after here by an experienced and compassionate team dedicated to providing person-centred care.

Residential care is given if you need support with tasks relating to personal hygiene, such as getting dressed, getting in and out of bed, and using the bathroom. This residential support is also available to people living with a form of dementia such as Alzheimer’s, with carers trained in specialist dementia care methods.

The Hollies has a ‘Good’ overall CQC rating and even boasts an ‘Outstanding’ rating for the overall quality of care provided, so you can rest assured that you or your loved one will be in safe hands here.

Within the home, residents enjoy several downstairs lounges, fully furnished and personalisable bedrooms, a large garden space, and a dining room where the team of in-house chefs serves fresh and highly nutritious food.

CQC rating:

• Overall - Good
• Safe - Good
• Effective - Good
• Caring - Outstanding
• Responsive - Good
• Well-led - Good

CQC Publication Date: 27/09/2019

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Willowdene

Near Middlesbrough, Willowdene Care Home is located between the charming towns of Fishburn and Sedgefield. This location is perfect for golfers, with the Knotty Hill Golf Centre nearby.

A range of care types are available at Willowdene, including residential, dementia and nursing care on a permanent or short-term respite basis. Your loved one may require specialist nursing care if they need 24/7 support due to a medical condition, or if they’ve recently experienced a stroke.

Also available are convalescent care if you’re recovering from an illness, injury or operation, and palliative care if you’ve been diagnosed with a terminal or chronic condition. This support is given with dignity and respect by compassionate, expert carers.

Most of the bedrooms at Willowdene are en-suite, and some overlook the tranquil garden and bird feeders. Residents love exploring the sweeping rural countryside surrounding the home, while others enjoy relaxing in the conservatory and cosy coffee shop.

CQC rating:

• Overall - Good
• Safe - Good
• Effective - Good
• Caring - Good
• Responsive - Good
• Well-led - Good

CQC Publication Date: 04/12/2020

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Hundens Park

Hundens Park Care Home is operated by Barchester Healthcare, one of the country’s largest and most well-respected care home operators.

Registered nurses at Hundens Park provide 24-hour nursing care, including for people with sensory impairments or physical disabilities. Within the home is the Darnton Suite, where specialist care is given to residents with dementia.

The Hundens Park team works with local GPs, community health services, and other medical experts to ensure residents’ needs are met and to provide a well-rounded care experience.

Our favourite on-site amenities include the sun-drenched conservatory, the communal dining space, the beauty salon, an area dedicated to peace and quiet, and an idyllic garden space ideal for older adults with limited mobility.

CQC rating:

• Overall - Good
• Safe - Good
• Effective - Requires Improvement
• Caring - Good
• Responsive - Good
• Well-led - Good

CQC Publication Date: 15/12/2021

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North Park

West of Middlesbrough, North Park Care Home is surrounded by natural beauty. The North York Moors National Park, the Yorkshire Dales National Park, and the North Pennines National Landscape are all equally accessible.

There’s a range of convenient facilities in this home, including several cosy communal lounges, group dining areas, kitchen facilities, and manicured gardens where residents enjoy basking in the sunlight during the summer months.

Meanwhile, every bedroom is thoughtfully decorated and completed with an en-suite bathroom. Your or your loved one’s bedroom can be customised to create a home-from-home setting, including bringing cherished possessions or your own furniture.

North Park specialises in residential care, aimed at people who have retained some level of independence but still need regular personal care to remain safe. This support is available to people living with dementia on a long or short-term basis. Adult day care, mental health care and physical disability care are also offered.

CQC rating:

• Overall - Good
• Safe - Good
• Effective - Good
• Caring - Good
• Responsive - Good
• Well-led - Good

CQC Publication Date: 05/10/2022

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Field View

Field View Care Home is a wonderful place for people who need daily residential care, including those living with dementia. Surrounded by fields and other grassy areas, you or your loved one will feel truly relaxed and content here.

Single-storey and purpose-built, Field View has been specifically designed for older adults. One of the most popular places in this home is the secure courtyard which has outdoor seating and raised flower beds for green-fingered residents. There’s even a greenhouse for growing fruits and vegetables.

Field View has a ‘Good’ rating in all five of the main categories, including for the safe setting that the team has created and the effectiveness of the care given. Here, care can be paid privately, by your local authority or by the NHS. In Middlesbrough and nearby, you’ll pay for your own care if your savings and assets are worth more than £23,250. Your local authority will pay for some or all of your care if the total is worth less than £23,250.

CQC rating:

• Overall - Good
• Safe - Good
• Effective - Good
• Caring - Good
• Responsive - Good
• Well-led - Good

CQC Publication Date: 14/10/2021

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The Gardens

The final entry on our list of the best care homes in Middlesbrough is The Gardens Care Home. Your loved one will have a bespoke care plan created for them before entering this home, with residential, nursing, dementia and respite care all available.

As the name suggests, this home is surrounded by lush greenery and is near towns such as Middlesbrough and Darlington. Shops, historic points of interest, and convenient public transport links are all within easy reach of The Gardens.

There’s always something for your loved one to do at The Gardens. Activities rotate from week to week but could include arts and crafts, baking and cooking, events for special occasions, dance classes, exercise classes, gardening, and more! Your loved one’s care plan will include their hobbies and interests, which will be taken into account when planning upcoming activities.

The extensive private gardens, hair and beauty salon, communal dining spaces, and specialist nurse-led Blackwell Suite, where residents with greater care needs live, further enhance resident well-being.

CQC rating:

• Overall - Good
• Safe - Good
• Effective - Good
• Caring - Good
• Responsive - Good
• Well-led - Good

CQC Publication Date: 07/01/2021

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