Kymel House is a home care agency based in East Boldon, South Tyneside.
Dementia home care agencies in East Boldon
23 agencies
There are 23 dementia home care agencies in and around East Boldon 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 Sunderland Home Care Associates (20-20) Limited in January 2024.
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Home care agencies (23)
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VerifiedCombined Touch Community Interest Company is a home care agency based in South Shields, South Tyneside.
VerifiedBluebird Care South Tyneside, Newcastle and Darlington is a home care agency based in Boldon Colliery, South Tyneside.
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VerifiedL S Care Limited is a home care agency based in Boldon Colliery, South Tyneside, delivering care and support to people in their own homes.
Care Outcomes UK Ltd is a home care agency based in Boldon Colliery, South Tyneside, providing care and support in people's own homes.
VerifiedCreative Support - Simonside Court is a home care agency providing care and support to people in their own homes.
Hagan Hall is a home care agency based in Jarrow, South Tyneside, providing care and support in people's own homes.
Vestra Homecare Sunderland is a home care agency based in Sunderland, Tyne and Wear.
Borrowdale House is a home care agency based in South Shields, South Tyneside.
Sunderland Home Care Associates (20-20) Limited provides dementia care and support across Sunderland in the North East.
Comfort Call – Sunderland is a dementia-focused care home run by City and County Healthcare Group.
Diamond Care and Support is a home care agency based in Sunderland, Tyne and Wear, delivering care and support in people's own homes.
Blue Ribbon Community Care (Tyne and Wear) is a home care agency based in Sunderland that provides care and support in people's own homes.
Thorncliffe Home Care is a domiciliary care provider based in Sunderland, Tyne and Wear, delivering care and support in people's own homes.
VerifiedHelping Hands Sunderland is a dementia care home operated by Midshires Care Ltd.
VerifiedProClass Healthcare Solutions Limited is a home care agency based in Sunderland, Tyne and Wear.
Signa Care Group is a home care agency based in Sunderland, Tyne and Wear, providing care and support delivered in people's own homes.
VerifiedHousing 21 - Gildacre Fields is a home care agency based in Sunderland, Tyne and Wear.
VerifiedWesthome Care Services Limited is a home care agency based in Sunderland, Tyne and Wear.
Springfield Healthcare (South Tyneside) is a home care agency based in Jarrow, South Tyneside.
VerifiedHousing 21 - Dovecote Meadow is a home care agency based in Sunderland, Tyne and Wear.
Human Support Group Limited - South Tyneside is a home care agency based in South Shields that provides care and support in people's own homes.
VerifiedNorth Haven Care and Support Ltd is a home care agency based in South Shields, South Tyneside.
Key facts: East Boldon
| Dementia home care agencies listed | 23 |
|---|---|
| Rated Good or Outstanding | 19 of 19 (100%) |
| Rated Outstanding | 4 |
| Rated Requires improvement or Inadequate | 0 |
| Sunderland usual weekly rate (2025) | £919 |
| Most recently inspected | Sunderland Home Care Associates (20-20) Limited (January 2024) |
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 East Boldon
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 East Boldon
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, Sunderland council’s published cost-of-care rate was around £919/week (2025). Your home isn’t counted in the means test while care is provided there. Sunderland council carries out the free care needs assessment.
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What later-life care costs in East Boldon
Average weekly costs for the main types of care, so you can see how East Boldon compares with the wider South Tyneside area and the UK.
| Type of care | East Boldon | South Tyneside avg | UK average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residential care home | £1,078 | £1,163 | £1,200 |
| Nursing care home | £1,219 | £1,163 | £1,500 |
| Live-in care (est.) | — | — | ~£1,400 |
| Visiting care, 20 hrs/wk (est.) | — | — | ~£460 |
Residential care in East Boldon averages £1,078/week — about 10% below the UK average.
Care-home figures are the average advertised private weekly fee across AskBart’s listings (East Boldon within ~5 miles; South Tyneside 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.
Safety in the area
117 crimes reported in July 2026, Police.uk.
- Violent crime35
- Shoplifting22
- Anti-social behaviour21
- Criminal damage & arson15
Common questions
How many dementia home care agencies are there in East Boldon?
AskBart lists 23 dementia home care agencies in and around East Boldon, each with its latest CQC rating.
How are dementia home care agencies in East Boldon rated?
Of the 19 inspected, 4 are rated Outstanding, 15 Good, 0 Requires improvement and 0 Inadequate by the Care Quality Commission.
How do I choose between dementia home care agencies in East Boldon?
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.
Near East Boldon
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Paying for care? See how care is funded and check what the council may pay.
Guides for families
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