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50 Durham Separate Specialist Dementia Care Unit / EMI Unit Care Homes / Nursing Homes | 2,885 Reviews

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St Clare's Court Care Home

Central Avenue, Newton Aycliffe DL5 5QH 

10 109 reviews
"My mother continues to receive excellent care at St. Clare's Court Care Home. She recently required a referral to a district nurse and…"   Read all 109 reviews
Group/Owner HC-One

Ideally situated near the vibrant town centre of Newton Aycliffe in County Durham, St Clare’s Court is a friendly, purpose-built care home offering residential and residential dementia care. A luxurious home with a warm and welcoming atmosphere, St… Read more about St Clare's Court Care Home

  • Care Provided
  • Residential
  • Older Person Care
  • Dementia
  • Short Term/Respite
  • Palliative Care
  • 58 Rooms
Cedar Court Residential & Nursing Home

Portland Avenue, Seaham SR7 8BT 

9.9 110 reviews
"The staff went above and beyond expectations over the Christmas period. My dad was so happy in this great environment. Staff have shown…"   Read all 110 reviews

With a team who are passionate about enriching the lives of their residents, Cedar Court provides residential, dementia, nursing and palliative care. They also provide rehabilitation and pre-bookable respite care breaks. The home is very much at the… Read more about Cedar Court Residential & Nursing Home

  • Care Provided
  • Nursing
  • Residential
  • Older Person Care
  • Dementia
  • Short Term/Respite
  • Palliative Care
  • Mental Health
  • Sensory Impairment
  • 68 Rooms from £1,134 / week
Barchester Hundens Park Care Home

Hundens Lane, Darlington DL1 1JF 

9.9 43 reviews
"rate out of 10 - 10 Amazing support alway around the person Very person centred in all aspects of care and support people first. Great…"   Read all 43 reviews

Hundens Park Care Centre makes the most of pleasant grounds and a versatile interior to provide top quality nursing and residential care, with professionals available round-the-clock and also skilled in care and support for physical disabilities and… Read more about Barchester Hundens Park Care Home

  • Care Provided
  • Nursing
  • Older Person Care
  • Dementia
  • Short Term/Respite
  • Physical Disability
  • Palliative Care
  • Mental Health
  • Sensory Impairment
  • 49 Rooms
Willowdene Care Home

Lizard Lane, Sedgefield, Stockton-on-Tees TS21 3ET 

9.9 92 reviews
"A very nice clean and very caring place for my mother to stay, staff are very professional and attentive to my mother's needs. I could not…"   Read all 92 reviews

Welcome to Willowdene. Located between Sedgefield and Fishburn in County Durham on Lizard Lane, just off Salter’s Lane, Willowdene Care Home is nestled in charming rural countryside. The home is a two-storey, purpose-built building which specialises… Read more about Willowdene Care Home

  • Care Provided
  • Nursing
  • Residential
  • Older Person Care
  • Dementia
  • Short Term/Respite
  • Physical Disability
  • Palliative Care
  • Sensory Impairment
  • 48 Rooms from £1,239 / week
Church View

Church Lane, Murton, Seaham SR7 9PG 

9.9 58 reviews
"My mother receives outstanding care from an amazing team of carers who go above and beyond to meet her individual needs. The Care Home is…"   Read all 58 reviews
Group/Owner Care UK

The friendly, professional team at Church View provides personalised residential and respite care for older people, including those living with dementia. The team at Church View will find out everything they can about your loved one to personalise… Read more about Church View

  • Care Provided
  • Residential
  • Older Person Care
  • Learning Disability
  • Dementia
  • Short Term/Respite
  • Physical Disability
  • Mental Health
  • Younger Adults
  • 42 Rooms from £987 / week
Grampian Court Care Home

Grampian Drive, Peterlee SR8 2LR 

9.9 211 reviews
"Lovely staff who combine professionalism with a very caring attitude. Always keen to meet my mother's needs.…"   Read all 211 reviews
Group/Owner HC-One

Grampian Court Care Home, situated in the friendly town of Peterlee, supports older people to lead their best lives with personalised residential and residential dementia care. This warm, welcoming home offers a choice of several comfortable sitting… Read more about Grampian Court Care Home

  • Care Provided
  • Residential
  • Older Person Care
  • Learning Disability
  • Dementia
  • Short Term/Respite
  • Physical Disability
  • Palliative Care
  • Mental Health
  • Detention under Mental Health Act
  • Sensory Impairment
  • Eating Disorders
  • 57 Rooms
Holly Lodge Care Home

Chapel Street, Shildon DL4 1NX 

9.9 76 reviews
"Holly Lodge Care Home is a clean, well kept and friendly home. The staff are kind, professional and efficient. They are understanding of…"   Read all 76 reviews
Group/Owner Mariposa

Holly Lodge Care Home is situated in the centre of the town of Shildon, which has easy access to the A1 as well as the small market towns of Bishop Auckland and Newton Aycliffe. Holly Lodge care home specialises in dedicated residential, dementia… Read more about Holly Lodge Care Home

  • Care Provided
  • Residential
  • Older Person Care
  • Dementia
  • Short Term/Respite
  • Physical Disability
  • Palliative Care
  • Mental Health
  • 41 Rooms
Eden House Care Home

Cockton Hill Road, Bishop Auckland DL14 6EN 

9.8 75 reviews
"It is a pleasure for my husband to stay at Eden House. The manager, food and staff are excellent. My husband's room is very nice with a…"   Read all 75 reviews
Group/Owner HC-One

Eden House Care Home, located in the peaceful town of Bishop Auckland, provides personalised residential and residential dementia care to older people. The warm and friendly home offers residents the choice of many comfortable communal areas to relax,… Read more about Eden House Care Home

  • Care Provided
  • Residential
  • Older Person Care
  • Dementia
  • Short Term/Respite
  • Physical Disability
  • Palliative Care
  • Mental Health
  • Sensory Impairment
  • 53 Rooms
Field View

Hesleden Road, Blackhall Colliery, Hartlepool TS27 4LH 

9.8 111 reviews
"My mam has been a resident in Field View since January this year and I can honestly say she could not have chosen a better home, there are…"   Read all 111 reviews

Welcome to Field View. Located in Blackhall Colliery, a former mining village on the North Sea coast of County Durham close to Peterlee and Horden, Field View is located on Hesleden Road between Castle Eden and Hartlepool. Nestled behind Yohden Care… Read more about Field View

  • Care Provided
  • Residential
  • Older Person Care
  • Dementia
  • Short Term/Respite
  • 36 Rooms from £1,205 / week
Ashwood Park Residential & Nursing Home

Seaside Lane, Easington Colliery, Peterlee SR8 3XZ 

9.8 179 reviews
"The time I spent at Ashwood Park on the nursing unit, I received the best care I have ever received in the nursing profession. They are all…"   Read all 179 reviews

With a team devoted to enriching the lives of their residents, Ashwood Park has a warm family feel the moment you walk through the door. Providing residential, nursing, dementia and palliative care, the team also offers respite care breaks, which… Read more about Ashwood Park Residential & Nursing Home

  • Care Provided
  • Nursing
  • Residential
  • Older Person Care
  • Dementia
  • Short Term/Respite
  • Palliative Care
  • 65 Rooms from £1,126 / week
Rydal Care Home

Rydal Road, Darlington DL1 4BH 

9.7 32 reviews
"I was a resident in Rydal Care Home for 5 days recently. I found the home to be clean & tidy but most of all and the most important thing…"   Read all 32 reviews

Rydal Care home, situated in Darlington, offers residential care as well as nursing care, respite care, palliative care and specialist care for those living with dementia. The home has a caring team of nurses and care workers willing to give residents… Read more about Rydal Care Home

  • Care Provided
  • Nursing
  • Residential
  • Older Person Care
  • Dementia
  • Short Term/Respite
  • Physical Disability
  • Palliative Care
  • 60 Rooms from £950 / week
Yohden Hall Care Complex

Hesleden Road, Blackhall Colliery, Blackhall, Hartlepool TS27 4LH 

9.6 93 reviews
"Care home is very clean and does not smell. Security is good - you sign in and out. All staff are friendly and efficient and very…"   Read all 93 reviews

Located in Blackhall Colliery, a former mining village on the North Sea coast of County Durham close to Peterlee and Horden, Yohden Care Complex is located on Hesleden Road between Castle Eden and Hartlepool. Yohden Care Complex is a versatile care… Read more about Yohden Hall Care Complex

  • Care Provided
  • Nursing
  • Residential
  • Older Person Care
  • Learning Disability
  • Dementia
  • Short Term/Respite
  • Physical Disability
  • Palliative Care
  • Mental Health
  • Sensory Impairment
  • 77 Rooms from £1,193 / week
Rushyfields Residential and Nursing Home

Brandon Lane, Brandon, Durham DH7 8SH 

9.6 77 reviews
"Rushyfields has been a wonderful home for my auntie. Starting from my auntie's difficult start with aphasia, the people and environment…"   Read all 77 reviews

With staff who are passionate about enriching the lives of their residents, Rushfields has a warm, family feel. Some of the staff are extremely long-serving, having been with the home for over 10 years. Providing residential, dementia, nursing and… Read more about Rushyfields Residential and Nursing Home

  • Care Provided
  • Nursing
  • Residential
  • Older Person Care
  • Dementia
  • Short Term/Respite
  • Physical Disability
  • Palliative Care
  • 41 Rooms from £1,115 / week
Middleton Manor Care Centre

Middleton St George, Darlington DL2 1TS 

9.5 35 reviews
"My mother was treated with warmth and respect by all the staff. Any medical needs or health issues were dealt with promptly and…"   Read all 35 reviews

Middleton Manor Care Centre is located just outside Darlington, on the airport route and in scenic rural grounds. Run by Prestige Care Group, it can provide nursing care for a person living with dementia or related syndrome and is governed by person-centred… Read more about Middleton Manor Care Centre

  • Care Provided
  • Nursing
  • Residential
  • Older Person Care
  • Dementia
  • Short Term/Respite
  • Physical Disability
  • Palliative Care
  • Mental Health
  • Sensory Impairment
  • 83 Rooms
Barchester North Park Care Home

I'Anson Street, Darlington DL3 0SW 

9.5 71 reviews
"My mum moved into a care home in April 2023. She passed away in October 2024. After a few weeks of getting used to it, she settled in and…"   Read all 71 reviews

North Park Care Home provides residential care for older people, those living with disabilities or sensory loss, as well as people living with dementia. They strive to offer the best possible quality of life in terms of medical support, physical surroundings,… Read more about Barchester North Park Care Home

  • Care Provided
  • Residential
  • Older Person Care
  • Dementia
  • Short Term/Respite
  • Physical Disability
  • Mental Health
  • Younger Adults
  • 60 Rooms from £1,044 / week
Hollie Hill Care Home

Durham Road, Stanley DH9 6QZ 

9.5 74 reviews
"It's like a home from home. Staff all like family. Dad is very happy and loved. Couldn't ask for more.…"   Read all 74 reviews

Hollie Hill Care Home is located in Stanley in County Durham. This purpose built care home provides residential, nursing and dementia care for the frail elderly and for those requiring dementia care and support. The home also offers short stays or… Read more about Hollie Hill Care Home

  • Care Provided
  • Nursing
  • Residential
  • Older Person Care
  • Dementia
  • Short Term/Respite
  • Physical Disability
  • Palliative Care
  • 62 Rooms
Melbury Court Care Home

Old Dryburn Way, Durham DH1 5SE 

9.4 126 reviews
"I found that the care home is a very warm and friendly place the staff are always very kind and helpful and always there if I have…"   Read all 126 reviews
Group/Owner HC-One

Melbury Court care home, situated in the historic town of Durham, supports older people to lead their best lives with personalised residential, residential and nursing care. The lovely home offers many facilities for residents to enjoy such as on-site… Read more about Melbury Court Care Home

  • Care Provided
  • Nursing
  • Residential
  • Older Person Care
  • Dementia
  • Short Term/Respite
  • Physical Disability
  • Palliative Care
  • Sensory Impairment
  • 87 Rooms
Abigail Lodge Care Home

Gloucester Road, Delves Lane, Consett DH8 7NJ 

9.3 73 reviews
"My mother recently stayed at Abigail Lodge Care Home after a slip in the bedroom. She was very delicate and weary after the slip and was…"   Read all 73 reviews

Abigail Lodge Care Home is located in Delves Lane, Consett and is close to shops, amenities, public transport and the M1 motorway link. Consett town centre is less than one mile away. This purpose-built care home provides nursing and social care for… Read more about Abigail Lodge Care Home

  • Care Provided
  • Nursing
  • Residential
  • Older Person Care
  • Dementia
  • Short Term/Respite
  • Physical Disability
  • Palliative Care
  • 60 Rooms
Barchester Hawthorns Care Home

O'Neill Drive, North Blunts, Peterlee SR8 5UP 

9.3 54 reviews
"My father had been a resident at Barchester Hawthorns Care Home for ten months but sadly, passed away at the home early January 2025. I…"   Read all 54 reviews

The Hawthorns makes the most of pleasant grounds and a versatile interior to provide top quality nursing and residential care, with professionals available round-the-clock and also skilled in care and support for physical disabilities and dementia. A… Read more about Barchester Hawthorns Care Home

  • Care Provided
  • Nursing
  • Older Person Care
  • Dementia
  • Short Term/Respite
  • Physical Disability
  • Palliative Care
  • Mental Health
  • Younger Adults
  • 108 Rooms
Willow Green

Eastbourne Road, Darlington DL1 4ER 

9.2 64 reviews
"We have been very happy with the care Mum has received while in Willow Green. All the staff have been much more proactive in recognising…"   Read all 64 reviews

Willow Green is a purpose-built care home located in Darlington, close to the town centre. It has undergone some cosmetic refurbishment over the past couple of years and is a bright, modern environment with a friendly and welcoming atmosphere. Willow… Read more about Willow Green

  • Care Provided
  • Nursing
  • Residential
  • Older Person Care
  • Learning Disability
  • Dementia
  • Short Term/Respite
  • Physical Disability
  • Palliative Care
  • Mental Health
  • Sensory Impairment
  • 63 Rooms from £985 / week
Rose Lodge Care Home

Carers Way, Cobblers Lane, Newton Aycliffe DL5 4SE 

9.1 61 reviews
"Our experience with Rose Lodge Care Home was very positive during our loved one's respite stay of several weeks. The staff provided…"   Read all 61 reviews

Welcome to Rose Lodge. Rose Lodge is a purpose-built care home built in 2003 and then extended in 2004 to incorporate its specialised Dementia unit. Located in Cobblers Lane the home is located less than 2 miles from Newton Aycliffe Town Centre with… Read more about Rose Lodge Care Home

  • Care Provided
  • Residential
  • Older Person Care
  • Dementia
  • Short Term/Respite
  • 54 Rooms from £1,073 / week
St Margaret's Care Home

St Margarets Garth, Crossgate, Durham DH1 4DS 

9.1 88 reviews
"My experience has been as the 'best possible'. Thank you St Margaret's Care Home. Everything has been totally satisfactory.…"   Read all 88 reviews
Group/Owner HC-One

Overlooking Durham Cathedral and Castle, St Margaret’s Care Home offers personalised residential, nursing and residential dementia care to older people. From the lovely en-suite bedrooms and hair salon to the large patio area and wellbeing programme,… Read more about St Margaret's Care Home

  • Care Provided
  • Nursing
  • Residential
  • Older Person Care
  • Dementia
  • Short Term/Respite
  • Physical Disability
  • Palliative Care
  • 60 Rooms
Stanley Park

Wear Road, Stanley DH9 6AH 

9.0 34 reviews
"Very friendly, helpful staff, rooms are well decorated and clean, the meals are very good and tasty. Me and my partner were able to have…"   Read all 34 reviews
Group/Owner Care UK

Stanley Park is a bright, welcoming home, where the skilled and caring team delivers personalised care with dignity and compassion. This includes short-term and permanent residential, nursing and care for people who are living with dementia. Each… Read more about Stanley Park

  • Care Provided
  • Nursing
  • Residential
  • Older Person Care
  • Learning Disability
  • Dementia
  • Short Term/Respite
  • Physical Disability
  • Palliative Care
  • Mental Health
  • Younger Adults
  • 71 Rooms from £1,230 / week
Bowburn Care Centre

Durham Road, Bowburn, Durham DH6 5AT 

9.8 50 reviews
"We would like to express our deepest gratitude to the incredible team at Bowburn Care Home for the exceptional care and compassion shown to…"   Read all 50 reviews

Bowburn Care Home, formally Morgan House in the former Northumbrian mining village of Bowburn, is a new purpose-built care home for older people. There are easy road links to nearby Durham city centre. The care home, which specialises in residential… Read more about Bowburn Care Centre

  • Care Provided
  • Residential
  • Older Person Care
  • Dementia
  • Short Term/Respite
  • Physical Disability
  • Palliative Care
  • Mental Health
  • Younger Adults
  • Sensory Impairment
  • 80 Rooms from £1,040 / week
Abbeyvale Care Centre

Laidler Close, Blackhall, Hartlepool TS27 4QP 

9.8 16 reviews
"Very kind and welcoming, always on hand to answer all your questions and worries, look after family members great, go above and beyond to…"   Read all 16 reviews

Abbeyvale Care Centre is located in the ex-mining village of Blackhall Colliery, County Durham. The team offer a warm and caring residential service that accommodates the needs of people who live with physical disabilities, old age, dementia and mental… Read more about Abbeyvale Care Centre

  • Care Provided
  • Residential
  • Older Person Care
  • Dementia
  • Short Term/Respite
  • Physical Disability
  • Palliative Care
  • Mental Health
  • Younger Adults
  • Sensory Impairment
  • 42 Rooms
Langley Park Care Home

Front Street, Langley Park, Durham DH7 9YY 

9.8 89 reviews
"Brilliant staff - they obviously care very much about the residents. Nothing is too much trouble for them! I am in no doubt that my dad is…"   Read all 89 reviews

Langley Park Care Home provides high quality person-centred care delivered by a compassionate team dedicated to making a positive difference in people's lives. The residential care setting accommodates elderly people and people living with dementia… Read more about Langley Park Care Home

  • Care Provided
  • Residential
  • Older Person Care
  • Dementia
  • Short Term/Respite
  • Physical Disability
  • Palliative Care
  • Sensory Impairment
  • 46 Rooms from £1,150 / week
Aycliffe Care Home

Burnhope, Newton Aycliffe DL5 7ER 

9.7 41 reviews
"My dad went into the care home for end-of-life care in December and was there for a fortnight before he died. The staff were absolutely…"   Read all 41 reviews
Group/Owner Akari Care Ltd

Aycliffe Care Home is situated in Newton Aycliffe, County Durham, just a five minute walk away from the town centre. It has received a lot of positive feedback about the warm and friendly greeting it gives to visitors . The setting is well known… Read more about Aycliffe Care Home

  • Care Provided
  • Nursing
  • Older Person Care
  • Dementia
  • Short Term/Respite
  • 54 Rooms
St Aidan Lodge Residential Care Home

Front Street, Framwellgate Moor, Durham DH1 5BL 

9.7 45 reviews

St Aidan Lodge residential care home is an independently owned and operated care home providing high-quality care to those requiring residential or residential dementia care. The home is purpose built with ample communal space and adaptations to help… Read more about St Aidan Lodge Residential Care Home

  • Care Provided
  • Residential
  • Older Person Care
  • Dementia
  • Short Term/Respite
  • Palliative Care
  • 62 Rooms from £952 / week
Chilton Care Centre

Durham Road, Chilton, Ferryhill DL17 0EX 

9.7 53 reviews
"The staff and service is fantastic. They do a great job looking after and keeping the residents entertained. Keep up the great work.…"   Read all 53 reviews

Chilton Care Centre is in the former mining village of Chilton and the Mainsforth Collieries. The purpose-built care centre specialises in residential and dementia care for older people. There are 22 bedrooms upstairs and 18 bedrooms downstairs,… Read more about Chilton Care Centre

  • Care Provided
  • Residential
  • Older Person Care
  • Dementia
  • Short Term/Respite
  • Physical Disability
  • Palliative Care
  • Mental Health
  • Sensory Impairment
  • 40 Rooms from £1,134 / week
St Helens Care Home

6 Manor Road, St Helens Auckland, Bishop Auckland DL14 9DL 

9.7 39 reviews
"Mam has lived here for over 12 months now and I could not be happier with the care she has received/receives from the first week she moved…"   Read all 39 reviews

St Helen’s care home offers residential, nursing, dementia and mental health care to up to 40 people, from respite stays to permanent residence. The home offers individual care for those who may need additional one to one support to ensure they live… Read more about St Helens Care Home

  • Care Provided
  • Nursing
  • Residential
  • Older Person Care
  • Dementia
  • Short Term/Respite
  • Physical Disability
  • Palliative Care
  • Mental Health
  • Younger Adults
  • Substance Misuse
  • 40 Rooms