Care Homes in Durham

Your guide to the best care homes around Durham.

Care Homes in Durham

Rooms Available
Northbourne
Durham Rd, Gateshead, NE9 5AR
CQC Rating Outstanding
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
View Listing 03030 036414
Rooms Available
Barchester Healthcare South Chowdene
Chowdene Nursing Home, Gateshead, NE9 6JE
CQC 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 available
From
£1,156
per week
NursingRespiteConvalescentPalliative
View Listing 01917 430459
Rooms Available
Eden House
Cockton Hill Rd, Bishop Auckland, DL14 6EN
CQC Rating Outstanding
Eden House, Part of the HC-One family of care homes, is situated in the peaceful residential area of Bishop Auckland, County Durham.
Care available
From
£1,208
per week
Dementia
View Listing 03030 034649
Rooms Available
Kingsway
Kingsway Nursing Home, Durham, DH7 9TB
CQC Rating Good
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.
Care available
From
£900
per week
ResidentialNursingDementiaRespiteMental healthPalliative
View Listing 01905 674493
Rooms Available
Barnes Court
Wycliffe Rd, Wycliffe Road, SR4 7QG
CQC Rating Good
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
View Listing 01917 439261
Rooms Available
Primrose
62A Station Rd, Houghton le Spring, DH5 0AT
CQC Rating Good
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
View Listing 03330 389069
Rooms Available
Cedar House
3-4 The Cedars, Sunderland, SR2 7TW
CQC Rating Good
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.
Care available
From
£1,022
per week
ResidentialDementiaRespiteConvalescentMental healthPalliative
View Listing 03330 388958
Rooms Available
Thorncliffe House
Thornhill Park, Sunderland, SR2 7LA
CQC Rating Good
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
View Listing 03330 389745
Rooms Available
Stoneleigh
Durham Rd, Stanley, DH9 7XH
CQC Rating Good
Stoneleigh, part of the HC-One family of care homes in Stanley, provides a welcoming environment tailored for residential and residential dementia care.
Care available
From
£1,029
per week
ResidentialDementiaConvalescentPalliativePhysiotherapy
View Listing 03030 034550
Rooms Available
Rose Lodge
Carer's Way, Newton Aycliffe, DL5 4SE
CQC Rating Good
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.
Care available
From
£1,073
per week
ResidentialNursingDementiaRespiteConvalescent
View Listing 01325 521901
Rooms Available
Rushyfields
Brandon Ln, Durham, DH7 8SH
CQC Rating Good
In Brandon, just three miles from Durham, Rushyfields Care Home offers a peaceful haven in the heart of the picturesque village.
Care available
From
£1,115
per week
ResidentialNursingDementiaRespitePalliativePhysiotherapy
View Listing 01918 144200
Rooms Available
Barchester Healthcare Appletree Grange
Durham Rd, Chester-le-Street, DH3 2BH
CQC Rating Good
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
View Listing 01908 103845
Rooms Available
Barrington Lodge
Berkshire Place, Bishop Auckland, DL14 6XX
CQC Rating Good
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.
Care available
From
£1,125
per week
ResidentialNursingDementiaRespiteConvalescentPhysiotherapy
View Listing 01388 434583
Rooms Available
Barchester Healthcare Washington Grange
Washington Grange, Washington, NE38 8HZ
CQC Rating Good
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
View Listing 01917 432769
Rooms Available
The Laurels
Francis Rd, Houghton le Spring, DH5 9EQ
CQC Rating Good
Located 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 available
From
£1,150
per week
ResidentialNursingDementiaRespitePalliative
View Listing 01913 004660

Your Trusted Guide To Care Homes in Durham

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.

Best care homes in Durham

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

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 Durham.

How many care homes are there in Durham?

We have 222 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.

Average care home costs in Durham

Average cost of residential care: £1,074per week
Average cost of nursing care: £1,074per week
Average cost of dementia care: £1,074per week
Average cost of nursing & dementia care: £1,074per week

Durham's Care Regulator:

Care Quality Commission

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