Cedar Court Residential & Nursing Home

Portland Avenue, Seaham SR7 8BT
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  • Cedar Court Residential & Nursing Home, Seaham
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 heart of the local community. School children often pop in to take part in activities and singing. There is regular entertainment from singers, musicians and choirs, and the local church run regular services for the residents. And there are trips out in the home’s minibus, from pub lunches to garden centres and shopping.

There are so many activities to enjoy, from pamper sessions, with manicures and hand massages to animal visits, with everything from snakes and tortoises to rabbits and dogs. And a stone’s throw from the coast, residents often enjoy walks along the harbour.

The home has lots of bright and airy spaces to enjoy, from the lounges, where residents enjoy activities and spending time with loved ones, to the dining rooms, where they enjoy delicious home-cooked meals prepared by the chef. From roast dinners with all the trimmings, to fish and chip Fridays and lighter bites such as home-made soups and freshly baked cakes for afternoon tea.

The residents love to get involved in ‘foody’ activities, baking and cake decoration, making pizzas and pies. And there is always a special menu for special occasions, from afternoon tea to themed nights.

Loved ones, who are welcome at any time, are embraced into life at Cedar Court. There are regular relatives’ meetings and a private family and friends Facebook page, where relatives can see what their loved ones have been enjoying doing, even if they can’t be there in person.

The gardens are wonderful, with wheelchair friendly pathways and raised beds, for residents who enjoy gardening.

Cedar Court also has a beautiful hair salon, for weekly appointments with the mobile hairdresser.

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Care Provided by Cedar Court Residential & Nursing Home

  • Primary Care Categories
  • Dementia
  • Mental Health Condition
  • Older Person Care
  • Respite Care
  • Sensory Impairment
  • Care Types Provided
  • Dementia Nursing Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Nursing Care
  • Residential Care
  • For a maximum of 68 Service Users
  • Voluntary / Not for Profit Owned
  • Care Offered
  • Alzheimer's
  • Bipolar/Manic Depression
  • Cancer Care
  • Challenging Behaviour/Psychosis
  • Epilepsy
  • Hearing Impairment
  • Huntington's Disease
  • Parkinson's Disease
  • Schizophrenia
  • Speech Impairment
  • Stroke
  • Visual Impairment
  • Other Care Provided
  • Own GP if required
  • Palliative Care
  • Separate Specialist Dementia Care Unit

Good to Know

  • Person in charge
  • Keeley Bland (Home Manager)
  • Admission Criteria
    • Ages 50+
  • Room Information
    • Single Rooms (68)
    • Single Rooms with ensuite Wet Room (68)
  • Care Home Design/Build
    • Purpose Built: Yes

Funding & Fees Guide for Cedar Court Residential & Nursing Home

  • Funding Types Accepted
  • Self funding (Private)
  • Local Authority with Top-Up
  • Local Authority
  • NHS Continuing Healthcare (CHC) Funding
  • Weekly Charges per Person
    • Self-Funded Residential Care from £1,134
    • Self-Funded Nursing Care from £1,326
    • RESPITE Self-Funded Residential Care from £1,134

  • Our weekly fees are individual to each of our residents and are subject to a pre-admission assessment, which is required to understand the level of care and support needed. Our 2025 weekly care fees for residential care start from £1134 and for nursing care £1326, but may be in the region of 30% more*. This depends on your care needs and the type of bedroom that is right for you, from our standard rooms through to our premium bedroom options.


    *If you require more specialist care such as 1-2-1 support, your weekly fee could be higher.
  • (these prices are only a guideline, please contact Cedar Court Residential & Nursing Home to find out the exact price for your requirements)

Facilities

  • Close to Local shops
  • Gardens
  • Lift
  • Minibus or other transport
  • Near Public Transport
  • Own Furniture if required
  • Pet Friendly (or by arrangement)
  • Phone Point in own room
  • Residents Internet Access
  • Residents Kitchenette
  • Television point in own room
  • Wheelchair Access

Cedar Court Residential & Nursing Home Reviews (110)

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Cedar Court Residential & Nursing Home has a Review Score of 9.9 (9.909) out of 10, based on 39 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time Cedar Court Residential & Nursing Home has 110 reviews.

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Review from Hannah S (Resident) published on 30 January 2025
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

This residence delightful to live in. Helpful.

Reply from Kate Yates, Communications and Content Specialist at Cedar Court Residential & Nursing Home

Thank you for your kind words for our team at Cedar Court. We're delighted to hear how happy you are at the home.


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Review from Brent G (Resident) published on 29 January 2025
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I enjoy stopping here. Staff are very help, plenty activities take place.

Reply from Kate Yates, Communications and Content Specialist at Cedar Court Residential & Nursing Home

Thank you for your kind feedback for our team at Cedar Court. We're so glad you enjoy living here and appreciate the activities we offer. Our staff are always here for you and will be so pleased to read your comments.


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Review from S M (Daughter of Resident) published on 27 January 2025
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

The staff went above and beyond expectations over the Christmas period. My dad was so happy in this great environment. Staff have shown true care and empathy throughout. My dad is settled in the home and has been there almost one year. My family are relaxed and happy to know he is receiving great support,
but also shown kindness and fun. All residents on his unit seem so happy and content. Which to me, proves they are all receiving the care they deserve.

Reply from Kate Yates, Communications and Content Specialist at Cedar Court Residential & Nursing Home

Thank you so much for your wonderful feedback for our team at Cedar Court. We're delighted to hear your dad is so happy, settled, and thriving in our care. It's especially heartwarming to know the efforts of our staff during the Christmas period made such a positive impact. Providing person-centred care, with a sense of fun is so important to us, and we're thrilled it's reflected in your dad's experience and the happiness of the other residents.


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Review from Jean G (Wife of Resident) published on 23 January 2025
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My husband has had excellent care since his admittance in January 2024. The staff are very caring and supportive from management to domestic with good rapport between them. Altogether it is a happy place to be.

Reply from Kate Yates, Communications and Content Specialist at Cedar Court Residential & Nursing Home

Thank you for your kind words for our team at Cedar Court. We're delighted to hear that your husband is receiving such excellent care and that you've noticed the caring and supportive atmosphere among our team. It's wonderful to know that the rapport between staff contributes to making this such a happy place. Your review means so much to us, thank you.


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Review from V R (Daughter of Resident) published on 16 January 2025
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Amazing care home with the most caring staff. I would highly recommend Cedar Court Residential and Nursing Home to anyone. Their staff are so lovely and really look after the residents. It's lovely to see how well my mother has settled in.

Reply from Kate Yates, Communications and Content Specialist at Cedar Court Residential & Nursing Home

Thank you for your wonderful feedback. We're thrilled to hear how well your mother has settled in and how our team has made such a positive impact. Your recommendation means so much to us, and we're grateful for your kind words about Cedar Court. Thank you.


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Review from Linda C (Daughter of Resident) published on 14 January 2025
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Dad has been made to feel very welcome, it's a bit daunting for him, and others leaving their house to live here, but the care staff and management are all very relatable and dad will settle in nicely I feel.
Nice clean rooms, home made food, and for me, I feel he is safe, warm, and better being well
cared for.
Thank you all.

Reply from Kate Yates, Communications and Content Specialist at Cedar Court Residential & Nursing Home

Thank you so much for your kind words for our team at Cedar Court. We understand that moving to a care home can be daunting, but we're so glad to hear that your dad is feeling welcomed and so supported by our staff. It's wonderful to know that you feel confident in the care and environment we provide for him. Thank you for entrusting us with his care.


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Review from Jeanette E (Daughter of Resident) published on 11 September 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

From the moment my mum was admitted to Cedar Court, the care she received was exemplary. Our family felt Mum was in a well-secured, safe environment and could not have wished for more. All the staff were amazing.

Reply from Kate Yates, Communications and Content Specialist at Cedar Court Residential & Nursing Home

Thank you so much for your kind words about the team at Cedar Court. We're so pleased to hear that your mum felt safe and well-cared for. The staff will be touched to read your comments, so we will be sure to pass on your feedback thank you.


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Review from D D (Resident) published on 30 August 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I enjoy the food, company, and entertainment.

Reply from Kate Yates, Communications and Content Specialist at Cedar Court Residential & Nursing Home

Thank you for taking the time to leave such a high-scoring review for Cedar Court, the team will be very pleased to read your scores and comments.


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Review from B W (Grandson of Resident) published on 30 August 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My Grandad is well cared for here, the staff are kind, and helpful and treat my Grandad with respect. There have been some great activities taking place while I have been on a visit. All the staff always have a smile on their faces.

Reply from Kate Yates, Communications and Content Specialist at Cedar Court Residential & Nursing Home

Thank you so much for your lovely feedback for the team at Cedar Court. We're delighted to hear that your Grandad is happy and so well cared for. Your positive comments, particularly about the activities and kind and caring nature of the team, will be greatly appreciated and we will be sure to pass them on.


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Review from George B (Brother of Resident) published on 4 July 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Had my sister in Cedar Court for respite care after a nasty fall from first entering the home the love and care she received were second to none, the staff were brilliant, and soon she settled into her own room. The care she received from then on to leaving was unbelievable. The home is nice and clean
and spacious and does not smell like other homes, the meals are very good with plenty of variety it even has its own laundry service
So if someone is thinking of placing their loved ones into a home I highly recommend Cedar Court Residential Nursing Home Seaham.

Reply from Kate Yates, Communications and Content Specialist at Cedar Court Residential & Nursing Home

Thank you for your five-star review and personal recommendation for Cedar Court. The staff will be delighted to read your comments and will welcome your sister back for respite if you ever need them again.


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Review from E R (Niece of Resident) published on 24 May 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

All staff are very friendly and very attentive.

Reply from Kate Yates, Communications and Content Specialist at Cedar Court Residential & Nursing Home

Thank you for your high scoring review for Cedar Court, the team will be delighted with your feedback.


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Review from D M (Daughter of Resident) published on 22 May 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Mam is so well looked after, the staff on Seaton View Ward are amazing. Very friendly and caring. Mam is kept clean and she loved the meals. Her room is kept clean and deep cleaned regularly. Myself and my sisters are confident that Mam is in the correct place to be well looked after. No concerns.

Reply from Kate Yates, Communications and Content Specialist at Cedar Court Residential & Nursing Home

Thank you for your five-star review of Cedar Court, it's great to hear how happy your family is with your mother's care.


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Review from R H (Husband of Resident) published on 22 May 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My Mother-in-law 2023, and wife 2024, have both been residents in the past 9 months. Both were treated with dignity, respect, and care by all the staff at Cedar Court. Your staff are your strength and our thanks go out to you all.

Reply from Kate Yates, Communications and Content Specialist at Cedar Court Residential & Nursing Home

Thank you for your heartfelt review, the team at Cedar Court will be touched to read your kind words.


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Review from Marie C (Great Great-Niece of Resident) published on 22 May 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

What a wonderful facility. I was originally worried about my great-aunt settling in, but she absolutely loves it. The staff are amazing. The facilities are clean. I couldn't wish for anything better for my great-aunt. The lovely manager put us both at ease with her kindness and compassion. My great
aunt is enjoying the variety of activities planned for the residents. My great aunt feels very safe and secure and hopefully will live out her years with dignity.

Reply from Kate Yates, Communications and Content Specialist at Cedar Court Residential & Nursing Home

Thank you for your five-star review for Cedar Court, we are delighted your great aunt is so happy there. The team are devoted to enriching their residents' lives and will be proud to read your comments.


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Review from B S (Daughter of Resident) published on 20 May 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Very good caring environment, for a time when it is needed the most. (Nursing/rehab).

Reply from Kate Yates, Communications and Content Specialist at Cedar Court Residential & Nursing Home

Thank you for your review of Cedar Court, the team will be delighted to read your kind words.


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Review from M H (Respite Resident) published on 14 May 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

After my Mother received excellent care for her time to heal and respite care in 2023, I opted for Cedar Court upon my discharge from the hospital. I have been very well cared for. The staff in particular have been excellent. I have felt valued, respected, and cared for in every way. Cedar Court is
a warm and friendly home and staff are respectful and professional. The food is very good and adequate and my room and facilities are very comfortable.

Reply from Kate Yates, Communications and Content Specialist at Cedar Court Residential & Nursing Home

Thank you for your review of Cedar Court, we are pleased to welcome you back to the home for your respite and recuperation following your hospital stay.


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Review from K W (Grandson of Resident) published on 15 April 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My grandad loves being here at Cedar Court, he often lets the family know how great the staff are and nothing is ever a bother for them, he enjoys his mealtime experiences. All staff do a great job supporting my grandad. Management always has time for my grandad.

Reply from Kate Yates, Communications and Content Specialist at Cedar Court Residential & Nursing Home

Thank you for your review for Cedar Court, it is wonderful to hear how happy your grandad feels - the team are certainly very special.


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Review from B G (Daughter of Resident) published on 12 April 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My mum is now well-established into Cedar Court, at first she found it difficult to adapt, but after the care and support of all the staff she is much more settled. Mum has never been much of a mixer, she's always been happy on her own, but the team have now integrated her into the day room which keeps
her active.
There always something going on, and it's great to see photos of Mum on social media which I can then share with my brother.
Thanks again for taking such good care of her.

Reply from Kate Yates, Communications and Content Specialist at Cedar Court Residential & Nursing Home

Thank you for your review for Cedar Court, it is wonderful to hear how well your mother has settled in.


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Review from A D (Son of Resident) published on 10 April 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My dad was in Cedar Court, and the care was absolutely outstanding. Amazing food, great activities - they go above and beyond every day! Everyone is so happy and helpful and so genuinely caring. Cannot thank them enough for their help and support during a difficult time. Thank you all.

Reply from Kate Yates, Communications and Content Specialist at Cedar Court Residential & Nursing Home

Thank you for your review of Cedar Court; the team will be touched to read your heartfelt comments.


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Review from H K (Resident) published on 25 March 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Always help me when need help. Nothing ever a bother to them. Room nice and clean.

Reply from Kate Yates, Communications and Content Specialist at Cedar Court Residential & Nursing Home

Thank you for your five star review for Cedar Court, the team are very proud to be able to care for you.


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Current Review Score: 9.9 (9.909)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.9 (9.909) out of 10 for Cedar Court Residential & Nursing Home is based on a) the Average Rating and b) the number of positive Reviews.

  • a) The Average Rating is 4.9 out of 5 from 39 Reviews in the last 24 months.

  • b) The score for the number of positive Reviews is 5.0 out of 5 from 39 positive Reviews in the last 24 months.

Detailed Breakdown of Review Score

The maximum Review Score for a Care Home is 10, which is made up from the Average Rating of Reviews (maximum of 5 points) and the Number of Reviews (maximum of 5 points) in the last 24 months:

  • a) 5 Points are available for the Average Rating from all Reviews in the last 24 months.

    The Average Rating of 4.909 for Cedar Court Residential & Nursing Home is calculated as follows: ( (422 Excellents x 5) + (40 Goods x 4) + (1 Satisfactorys x 3) ) ÷ 463 Ratings = 4.909

  • b) 5 Points are available for the number of Positive Reviews in the last 24 months. A Positive Review is defined as any Review with an 'Overall Experience' of '4' or '5' (out of a max rating '5').

    The 5 Points relating to the number of positive Reviews for Cedar Court Residential & Nursing Home is based on 39 positive Reviews in the last 24 months and is calculated as per below:

    The 5 points available are broken down as follows:

    • i) 4 points are available for the first 10 Positive Reviews in the last 24 months; 3 points for the first Positive Review, and then 0.125 Points for each of the next four Positive Reviews and then 0.1 Points for the next five Positive Reviews. (1st = 3.000, 2nd = 0.125, 3rd = 0.125, 4th = 0.125, 5th = 0.125, 6th = 0.100, 7th = 0.100, 8th = 0.100, 9th = 0.100, 10th = 0.100) 3 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.1 + 0.1 + 0.1 + 0.1 + 0.1 = 4

    • ii) 1 point is available for the number of Positive Reviews reaching 20% of the registered maximum number of service users in the last 24 months. If this number is partially reached, then that proportion of 1 point is given. eg a Care Home registered for a maximum of 50 service users has to reach 10 Positive Reviews to receive 1 point, if it has 7 reviews it will receive 0.7 points. 20% of the 68 registered maximum number of service users is 13.6, which has been reached with 39 Positive reviews. Points = 1

  • When a Review is submitted by someone who has previously submitted a Review, only the latest Review will count towards the Review Score.

  • If a Care Home does not have a review in the last 24 months, then it will not have a Review Score.

Performance

Care Quality Commission (CQC) Rating

Date: 13 Mar 2021

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Good

  • Caring

    Good

  • Effective

    Good

  • Responsive

    Good

  • Safe

    Good

  • Well-led

    Good

Care Quality Commission is responsible for the registration and inspection of social care services in England.

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Meet the Team (4)

Keeley

Keeley Bland

Job Title: Home Manager

Joined: 2019

Keeley has worked for Sanctuary Care for five years now. "I love working at Cedar Court because of the residents and the staff - I just love the job.”


David

David Edwards

Job Title: Care Assistant

Joined: 2015

“This is always something that I have wanted to do and I love it”


Anne

Anne Taylor

Job Title: Team Leader

Joined: 2015

Anne is one of our team leaders at Cedar Court and she has been with us since 2015. Anne loves her role as a Team leader, coming from a teaching background. Her residents make her smile each and every day.


Denise

Denise Halliday

Job Title: Chef

Joined: 2004

Denise is our chef at Cedar Court. She has worked here for nearly 20 years and just loves listening to all our residents' wonderful stories. She also commends the strong teamwork in the kitchen and throughout the home.


Frequently Asked Questions about Cedar Court Residential & Nursing Home

What types of Care is Cedar Court Residential & Nursing Home registered for?

Older Person Care, Dementia, Respite Care, Mental Health Condition & Sensory Impairment are the registered (by the Care Quality Commission) categories of Care.

What additional types of Care does Cedar Court Residential & Nursing Home provide?

Palliative Care, Separate Specialist Dementia Care Unit & Own GP if required are other types of care provided.

How many Rooms does Cedar Court Residential & Nursing Home have?

There are 68 Single Rooms.

What are the Facilities & Services at Cedar Court Residential & Nursing Home?

Own Furniture if required, Pet Friendly (or by arrangement), Close to Local shops, Near Public Transport, Minibus or other transport, Lift, Wheelchair Access, Gardens, Residents Kitchenette, Phone Point in own room, Television point in own room & Residents Internet Access are some of the Facilities & Services.

How far is Cedar Court Residential & Nursing Home to the centre of Seaham?

0.3 mile(s) as the crow flies, distance by road may be significantly further.