Laurel Place
Bishop Auckland, DL14 · 38 beds
CQC: Not yet rated
Fee not published
Area typical £1,259 a week
Dementia care homes in County Durham
94 of the 146 care homes in County Durham are registered with the CQC as dementia care homes, of which 5 are rated Outstanding and 78 Good. A dementia care home is registered with the CQC to care for people living with dementia, with staff trained for it and a building laid out to keep residents safe and settled.
Dementia care homes in County Durham typically cost £1,259 a week, about £65,442 a year, based on 8 homes with a fee on record; the middle half charge £1,198 to £1,286. That is about 6% more than the typical residential fee in County Durham of £1,193.
A live-in carer at home, which many families weigh against dementia care home care, costs from about £1,120 a week and can look after a couple.
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Lindisfarne Shotton
Durham, DH6 · 59 beds
CQC: Not yet rated
Fee not published
Area typical £1,259 a week
Stanley Park
Stanley, DH9 · 71 beds
CQC: Not yet rated
Fee not published
Area typical £1,259 a week
Typical dementia care homes fees in County Durham
Based on 94 homes in the area. Middle figure is the median; the range is the middle half of homes.
- Residential dementia care
- £1,259 a week
- Usually £1,198 to £1,286 · 8 homes with fees
Common questions
How much do dementia care homes in County Durham cost?
Dementia care homes in County Durham typically charge £1,259 a week, usually between £1,198 and £1,286. Fees depend on the room and the level of care, so ask each home for a written quote.
How many dementia care homes are there in County Durham?
94 of the 146 CQC-registered care homes in County Durham are dementia care homes. The list is refreshed from the CQC register every month.
What should I look for in a dementia care home in County Durham?
Look for staff trained in dementia care, a building that is easy to find your way around, secure gardens, a calm routine and activities built around what residents used to enjoy. Ask how the home handles distress and whether it can keep caring for someone as dementia advances, so a second move is not needed.
Will the council pay for dementia care home care in County Durham?
If your savings and assets are below £23,250 the council will assess what you can afford and may pay part or all of the fee. Ask the adult social care team at County Durham council for a needs assessment.