The Grange

The Grange is a residential care home in Darlington, registered with the Care Quality Commission for up to 74 residents. It provides care for people living with dementia, older people, younger adults, people with a physical disability and people with a sensory impairment. It is run by North Bay Group, which operates 48 care homes in England. The home has been registered since May 2016.

At its latest inspection, published November 2020, the CQC rated The Grange Good, which means the CQC found the service performing well and meeting its expectations. Ratings can change after a new inspection, so check the CQC report before you visit.

The Grange has not published its fees and we are still collecting figures for Darlington. Across England residential care usually costs £900 to £1,400 a week and nursing care £1,200 to £1,900. Ask the home for a written quote that lists what is included.

There are 31 registered care homes in Darlington. The nearest to The Grange include Bewick House, St John of God Care Services Lindisfarne and Springfield Care Home Limited. A live-in carer at home, an alternative many families compare, costs from about £1,120 a week.