Care homes in County Durham
There are 146 care homes registered with the CQC in County Durham, North East. 57 are nursing homes and 94 are registered for dementia care. 10 are rated Outstanding and 123 Good by the CQC.
Of the 4 homes with a fee on record, the typical residential fee is £1,193 a week, with the middle half of homes charging £1,177 to £1,210. Nursing care is typically £1,406 a week. A live-in carer at home costs from about £1,120 a week and can look after a couple.
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Typical fees in County Durham
Based on 146 homes in the area. Middle figure is the median; the range is the middle half of homes.
- Nursing care
- £1,406 a week
- Usually £1,378 to £1,410 · 3 homes with fees
- Residential care
- £1,193 a week
- Usually £1,177 to £1,210 · 4 homes with fees
- Care home fees
- £1,317 a week
- Usually £1,286 to £1,354 · 4 homes with fees
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Common questions
How much do care homes in County Durham cost?
The typical residential care home fee in County Durham is £1,193 a week, based on 4 homes with a fee on record. Nursing care is typically £1,406 a week. Every home page shows where its figure came from and when.
How many care homes are there in County Durham?
146 care homes in County Durham are registered with the Care Quality Commission. The list is refreshed from the CQC register every month.
Will the council pay for a care home 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. Contact the adult social care team at the council for a needs assessment.