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VerifiedApollo Home Healthcare Northeast is a home care agency based in Spennymoor, County Durham.
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Dementia home care agencies in Spennymoor
4 agencies
There are 4 dementia home care agencies in and around Spennymoor on AskBart. 100% of those rated by the CQC are Good or Outstanding, against 79% nationally (CQC data, November 2026). The most recent inspection was at Extra Care in January 2024.
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Home care agencies (4)
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VerifiedHuman Support Group Limited - Appleton Lodge is a home care agency based in Spennymoor, County Durham, part of the City and County Healthcare Group.
CQC:Safe: GoodWell-led: Good
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Extra Care is a home care agency based in Spennymoor, County Durham, providing care and support delivered in people's own homes.
CQC:Safe: GoodWell-led: Good
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Perfect Care - Durham Home Care is a home care agency providing domiciliary care and support in people's own homes.
CQC:Safe: GoodWell-led: Good
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Key facts: Spennymoor
| Dementia home care agencies listed | 4 |
|---|---|
| Rated Good or Outstanding | 3 of 3 (100%) |
| Rated Outstanding | 0 |
| Rated Requires improvement or Inadequate | 0 |
| County Durham usual weekly rate (2025) | £857 |
| Most recently inspected | Extra Care (January 2024) |
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Not yet rated1
Data: CQC register, updated November 2026. Figures are for the homes listed on this page.
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CQC quality of home care in Spennymoor
Rated Good or Outstanding
3/ 3 rated
Newly registered (awaiting rating)
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Every agency here is regulated by the Care Quality Commission. Each profile shows the full CQC breakdown — whether the service is safe, effective, caring, responsive and well-led.
What home care costs in Spennymoor
Visiting care typically costs £22–£30 per hour across the UK. That’s a typical range, not a local quote, so ask each agency for a written quote. For context, County Durham council’s published cost-of-care rate was around £857/week (2025). Your home isn’t counted in the means test while care is provided there. County Durham council carries out the free care needs assessment.
Typical costs · Paying for home care · Agency or private carer · Support at home
What later-life care costs in Spennymoor
Average weekly costs for the main types of care, so you can see how Spennymoor compares with the wider County Durham area and the UK.
| Type of care | Spennymoor | County Durham avg | UK average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residential care home | — | £1,078 | £1,200 |
| Nursing care home | — | £1,032 | £1,500 |
| Live-in care (est.) | — | — | ~£1,400 |
| Visiting care, 20 hrs/wk (est.) | — | — | ~£460 |
Care-home figures are the average advertised private weekly fee across AskBart’s listings (Spennymoor within ~5 miles; County Durham county-wide); actual fees depend on the home, room and level of care. Home-care figures are typical UK estimates — we don’t yet hold verified local agency rates, so they aren’t shown per area. Always get written quotes. Model your own numbers with the care cost calculator.
Common questions
How many dementia home care agencies are there in Spennymoor?
AskBart lists 4 dementia home care agencies in and around Spennymoor, each with its latest CQC rating.
How are dementia home care agencies in Spennymoor rated?
Of the 3 inspected, 0 are rated Outstanding, 3 Good, 0 Requires improvement and 0 Inadequate by the Care Quality Commission.
How do I choose between dementia home care agencies in Spennymoor?
Start with the CQC rating and the latest inspection report, visit more than once, and ask how the home supports the person's needs. Our guide "Dementia live-in care: a guide" covers what to look for.
Weighing up your options in Spennymoor?
Care needs change over time. Compare the other kinds of later-life care in Spennymoor:
Near Spennymoor
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Paying for care? See how care is funded and check what the council may pay.
Guides for families
- Care Home or Home Care? Pros and Cons (2026)
- Live-in Care Explained: the Alternative to a Care Home
- How Much Does A Carer Cost - The Ultimate Guide In 2025!
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