Care homes in Houghton-le-Spring

Care homes (15)
From £1304/wk·Barchester Healthcare

Nestled in the tranquil, historic town of Chester-le-Street, Appletree Grange is a bespoke care home with 32 comfortable beds, offering both residential and…

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From £931/wk·Four Seasons Health Care

Nestled in a serene residential neighbourhood on the fringes of Durham, Brandon Lodge Care Home stands as one of the city's premier care facilities. This…

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From £975/wk·Sanctuary Care

Nestled in the charming town of Seaham, County Durham, Cedar Court Care Home provides a nurturing and personalised approach to residential, nursing, dementia,…

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From £1043/wk·Countrywide

Nestled in the heart of the historic mining village of Blackhall Colliery in County Durham, you'll find Field View, a bespoke care home designed with comfort…

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From £795/wk·Avery Healthcare

Nestled in the serene neighbourhood of Witherwack in Sunderland, Highcliffe, an Avery Healthcare care home, offers a haven of comfort and care for those in…

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From £1146/wk·Four Seasons Health Care

Nestled in the heart of Stanley, Hollie Hill Care Home is a warm and welcoming haven that provides a range of care services including residential, nursing, and…

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From £979/wk·Sanctuary Care

Nestled in the heart of Houghton le Spring, Tyne & Wear, the Pavillion Residential and Nursing Home is renowned for its exceptional 'Gold Standard' care, a…

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From £1086/wk·Four Seasons Health Care

Nestled within the Four Seasons care group, Regents View Care Home graces the quaint town of Hetton le Hole, a charming enclave within the bustling city of…

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From £959/wk·Sanctuary Care

Nestled in the charming village of Brandon, a mere three miles from the historic city of Durham, you'll find the tranquil sanctuary of Rushyfields Care Home.…

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From £1138/wk·Care UK

Nestled in the charming town of Stanley, Stanley Park is a warm and inviting care home that offers specialised residential, dementia, nursing, nursing…

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What care costs in Houghton-le-Spring
Residential (avg)
£1,054/week
Dementia (avg)
£1,066/week
Nursing (avg)
£1,052/week
Safety

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Common questions
How much does a care home in Houghton-le-Spring cost?

Care homes in Houghton-le-Spring start from around £795 per week, with averages of £1,054 for residential, £1,066 for dementia, £1,052 for nursing care. Fees vary by home, care type and the level of support required.

Which care homes in Houghton-le-Spring are rated Outstanding or Good by the CQC?

13 of the 15 care homes in and around Houghton-le-Spring are rated Good or Outstanding by the Care Quality Commission, including 1 rated Outstanding. Ratings are published by the CQC following regular inspections.

What types of care are available in Houghton-le-Spring?

Homes in and around Houghton-le-Spring offer Respite, Residential, Dementia, Nursing care. Availability varies by home — use the filters above to find homes offering the specific care type you need.

Can I get council funding for care in Houghton-le-Spring?

If the person needing care has savings and assets below £23,250, Sunderland Council may contribute towards fees. You can request a free care needs assessment and financial assessment through the council's adult social care team before choosing a home.

Who regulates care homes in Houghton-le-Spring?

Care homes in Houghton-le-Spring are regulated and inspected by the Care Quality Commission (CQC), the independent regulator of health and adult social care in England. The CQC rates each home as Outstanding, Good, Requires Improvement, or Inadequate following regular inspections — you can read each home's latest report on the CQC website.

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