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Care Homes / Nursing Homes with Separate Specialist Dementia Care Unit / EMI Unit in Durham Area

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39 Durham Area Separate Specialist Dementia Care Unit / EMI Unit Care Homes / Nursing Homes | 2,300 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 

9.9 111 reviews
"We had the pleasure to experience the high level of care and professionalism of this care home. My Mam was looked after in this home for a…"   Read all 111 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
Willowdene Care Home

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

9.9 93 reviews
"Willowdene Care Home provided exceptional care for my grandad, treating him with the utmost respect, dignity and compassion. The staff were…"   Read all 93 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
Eden House Care Home

Cockton Hill Road, Bishop Auckland DL14 6EN 

9.9 76 reviews
"Dad has settled really well into Eden House care home. All the staff are very helpful and friendly nothing is any trouble to them all. The…"   Read all 76 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
Holly Lodge Care Home

Chapel Street, Shildon DL4 1NX 

9.8 77 reviews
"My mam stayed at Holly Lodge sadly she passed away in October 2024. I can not praise the Manager and staff enough they looked after my as…"   Read all 77 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
Ashwood Park Residential & Nursing Home

Seaside Lane, Easington Colliery, Peterlee SR8 3XZ 

9.8 181 reviews
"We are so grateful for the care and attention that mam has received in the time that she has been in Ashwood P.R for rehabilitation care.…"   Read all 181 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
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

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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
Hollie Hill Care Home

Durham Road, Stanley DH9 6QZ 

9.5 75 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 75 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 

9.4 130 reviews
"My Dad recently passed away, whilst in the care of the staff at Melbury court. I can honestly say that the care and support my Dad received…"   Read all 130 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
St Margaret's Care Home

St Margarets Garth, Crossgate, Durham DH1 4DS 

9.3 94 reviews
"My mam has been very comfortable in here. She's not been in the care home long, but everything that she has received from all of the staff…"   Read all 94 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
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
Rose Lodge Care Home

Carers Way, Cobblers Lane, Newton Aycliffe DL5 4SE 

9.3 62 reviews
"My Mam receives excellent care and attention from the staff at the Care Home. She has all her meals specially made as she has a swallowing…"   Read all 62 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
Stanley Park

Wear Road, Stanley DH9 6AH 

9.0 35 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 35 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 51 reviews
"My friend is so happy in bowburn, joins in the activity's, The home is clean fresh smelling and the staff I have met are lovely. As you…"   Read all 51 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
  • 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
  • Learning Disability
  • Dementia
  • Short Term/Respite
  • Physical Disability
  • Palliative Care
  • Mental Health
  • Sensory Impairment
  • Eating Disorders
  • 46 Rooms from £1,265 / week
St Aidan Lodge Residential Care Home

Front Street, Framwellgate Moor, Durham DH1 5BL 

9.8 47 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 £1,014 / 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
Chilton Care Centre

Durham Road, Chilton, Ferryhill DL17 0EX 

9.7 71 reviews
"My mother has been in the home since February 2025. She ahs settled well. The home gives her everything she needs. The manager welcomed her…"   Read all 71 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

Located in the village of St Helens Auckland, this purpose-built home is situated 3 miles from the market town of Bishop Auckland in the shadow of the historic St Helens Church. Close to local shops and amenities and is well served by public transport. Each… Read more about St Helens Care Home

  • Care Provided
  • Nursing
  • 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
  • Substance Misuse
  • 40 Rooms from £1,320 / week
Pelton Grange Care Home

Front Street, Pelton, Chester le Street DH2 1DD 

9.3 46 reviews
"Everyone was very caring and professional. They were all so kind to mam and gave me such needed support and respite.…"   Read all 46 reviews
Group/Owner Hill Care

Pelton Grange Care Home is located in Chester le Street's Pelton district and is conveniently situated for shops, amenities, public transport and the A1. Pelton shopping area is next to the home. This purpose built care home offers accommodation in… Read more about Pelton Grange Care Home

  • Care Provided
  • Residential
  • Older Person Care
  • Dementia
  • Short Term/Respite
  • Physical Disability
  • Palliative Care
  • 47 Rooms from £1,029 / week
Church View

1 Main Street, South Church, Bishop Auckland DL14 6SL 

9.2 43 reviews
"Mam has been in Church View Care Home for about 5 months. She was first upstairs and now downstairs. Mam needs 24 hour care and I must say…"   Read all 43 reviews

Church View care home, in Bishop Auckland, aspires to high standards of dementia care, thanks to a team of highly-skilled and qualified professionals working to modern care methods. Carers are assisted by a comfortable living accommodation that is… Read more about Church View

  • Care Provided
  • Residential
  • Older Person Care
  • Dementia
  • Short Term/Respite
  • Physical Disability
  • Palliative Care
  • Mental Health
  • Detention under Mental Health Act
  • Sensory Impairment
  • 45 Rooms from £1,259 / week
Sandringham Care Home

Escomb Road, Bishop Auckland DL14 6AB 

9.0 51 reviews
"My mum has been in Sandringham Care Home for some time now and I have found it to be kept to a good clean standard and the staff friendly…"   Read all 51 reviews
Group/Owner Crown Care

Sandringham Care Home is a ninety-bedroom care home that is divided into three units for the practice of General and EMI Nursing and residential care. Residents are able to live an independent lifestyle with the assistance of skilled carers, enjoying… Read more about Sandringham Care Home

  • Care Provided
  • Nursing
  • Residential
  • Older Person Care
  • Dementia
  • Short Term/Respite
  • Physical Disability
  • Palliative Care
  • Mental Health
  • Younger Adults
  • 92 Rooms
The Village Care Home (Murton)

Wellfield Road, Murton, Seaham SR7 9HN 

8.6 4 reviews
"This care facility is by far the best in the area and I fully recommend it to anyone who is considering entering the nursing home. As they…"   Read all 4 reviews

Village Nursing Home is a friendly and welcoming nursing home that is situated in the village of Murton, Seaham. The home provides both residential and nursing care in addition to residential dementia care in the specialist memory loss unit. The… Read more about The Village Care Home (Murton)

  • Care Provided
  • Nursing
  • Residential
  • Older Person Care
  • Dementia
  • Short Term/Respite
  • Physical Disability
  • Palliative Care
  • Mental Health
  • Younger Adults
  • Sensory Impairment
  • 40 Rooms from £935 / week
Kingsway Nursing Home

Kingsway, Langley Park, Durham DH7 9TB 

8.6 24 reviews
"The overall care for my sister has been amazing. She is end of life and is very happy and settled. My sister wishes to end her life there.…"   Read all 24 reviews

Award-winning Kingsway Nursing Home is a purpose-built care home with attractive landscaped gardens, set in the lovely village of Langley Park, 5 miles west of Durham city centre and 18 miles from Newcastle. Kingsway is a warm friendly environment offering… Read more about Kingsway Nursing Home

  • Care Provided
  • Nursing
  • Residential
  • Older Person Care
  • Dementia
  • Short Term/Respite
  • Physical Disability
  • Palliative Care
  • Mental Health
  • Younger Adults
  • Sensory Impairment
  • Substance Misuse
  • 42 Rooms from £1,050 / week