Brisca Healthcare is a home care agency based in Wingate, County Durham, providing care and support in people's own homes.
Dementia home care agencies in Wingate
5 agencies
There are 5 dementia home care agencies in and around Wingate on AskBart. The most recent inspection was at Comfort Call Durham in April 2023.
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Home care agencies (5)
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Tender Glove Healthcare is a home care agency based in Wingate, County Durham.
Comfort Call Durham is a home care agency run by City and County Healthcare Group.
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Comfycare Villas Ltd is a home care agency based in Peterlee, County Durham, providing care and support delivered in people's own homes.
Vestra Homecare Durham is a home care agency based in Peterlee, County Durham.
Key facts: Wingate
| Dementia home care agencies listed | 5 |
|---|---|
| Rated Good or Outstanding | 2 of 2 (100%) |
| Rated Outstanding | 0 |
| Rated Requires improvement or Inadequate | 0 |
| County Durham usual weekly rate (2025) | £857 |
| Most recently inspected | Comfort Call Durham (April 2023) |
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 Wingate
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 Wingate
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 Wingate
Average weekly costs for the main types of care, so you can see how Wingate compares with the wider County Durham area and the UK.
| Type of care | Wingate | 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 (Wingate 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 Wingate?
AskBart lists 5 dementia home care agencies in and around Wingate, each with its latest CQC rating.
How are dementia home care agencies in Wingate rated?
Of the 2 inspected, 0 are rated Outstanding, 2 Good, 0 Requires improvement and 0 Inadequate by the Care Quality Commission.
How do I choose between dementia home care agencies in Wingate?
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 Wingate?
Care needs change over time. Compare the other kinds of later-life care in Wingate:
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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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