Care Homes for Older People in and around Washington (Tyne & Wear)

Q: Older Person Care Home costs in and around Washington

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Browse 30 Washington (Tyne & Wear) Older Person Care Homes

Avg. Review Score 9.4
Total 1,462 Reviews
Avg. Starting Price £1,130 per week

Eighton Lodge

Low Eighton, Gateshead NE9 7UB

3 miles from centre of Washington

9.9101 Reviews

19 1

"It gives me the greatest of pleasure to share our experience of my husbands recent respite stay at Eighton Manor. The ongoing pressures and..."Read all 101 reviews

from £990 / weekSize 47 rooms

Group/Owner Wellburn Care Homes Ltd

Eighton Lodge is a stunning 19th century home which sits in 1.5 acres of private land directly opposite the Angel of the North. The 36 bedroom suites are designed to give residents luxury, privacy and... Read more

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Barchester Washington Grange Care Home

Burnhope Road, Barnston, Washington NE38 8HZ

0.4 miles from centre of Washington

9.973 Reviews

17 1

"Feel that my mam is so lucky to have found her Washington Grange family. She is looked after like one or every staff member would look..."Read all 73 reviews

from £1,262 / weekSize 41 rooms

Group/Owner Barchester Healthcare Ltd

Washington Grange makes the most of pleasant grounds and a versatile interior to provide top quality residential care, with professionals available round-the-clock and also skilled in care and support... Read more

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Lambton House

New Lambton Village, Fence Houses, Houghton le Spring DH4 6DE

3.2 miles from centre of Washington

9.987 Reviews

306 3

"Lambton House is a welcoming, lovely care home, in beautiful surroundings, (which reminds my big sister of the farmhouse and surroundings..."Read all 87 reviews

from £1,195 / weekSize 57 rooms

Lambton House is a family owned residential care home, situated in open countryside on the outskirts of Bournmoor, near to Chester-le-Street & Houghton-le-Spring, not far from the historic city of Durham. With... Read more

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Archers Court Nursing Home

Archer Road, Farringdon, Sunderland SR3 3DJ

3.8 miles from centre of Washington

9.890 Reviews

"Archers Court is a very welcoming home. The family can visit our brother at any time. The staff interact well with all residents. There are..."Read all 90 reviews

Size 39 rooms

Group/Owner Orchard Healthcare Group

Rated ‘Good’ by CQC (February 2021), Archers Court Care Home in Sunderland is a warm, welcoming care home entirely dedicated to providing specialist dementia care through their groundbreaking Reconnect... Read more

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Grangewood

Chester Road, Shiney Row, Houghton le Spring DH4 4RB

2.3 miles from centre of Washington

9.866 Reviews

31 3

"Excellent care from all of the staff at Grangewood. Mam recently had a fractured hip + the care received was second to none...."Read all 66 reviews

from £1,250 / weekSize 50 rooms

Group/Owner Care UK

Grangewood is a bright and welcoming care home offering gold standard residential care for older people, including those living with dementia. The purpose-built care home is set in the village of Shiney... Read more

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Donwell House Nursing Home

Wellgarth Road, Donwell Village, Washington NE37 1EE

1.7 miles from centre of Washington

9.859 Reviews

"The care my mother-in-law received here, for the last 12 months of her life was exemplary, we really could not have asked for any more from..."Read all 59 reviews

from £1,290 / weekSize 63 rooms

Group/Owner The Bondcare Group

Donwell House Nursing Home offers quality care services through personalised packages that suit the individual while standing up for privacy and dignity. This versatile service welcomes individuals... Read more

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Barchester Appletree Grange Care Home

Durham Road, Birtley, Chester le Street DH3 2BH

2.7 miles from centre of Washington

9.883 Reviews

13 1

"The home & staff are always very welcoming. It is very clean, bright warm and friendly. My mother is very happy and well looked after,..."Read all 83 reviews

from £1,179 / weekSize 32 rooms

Group/Owner Barchester Healthcare Ltd

Appletree Grange is located between Newcastle and Durham, in the historic town of Chester-le-Street. The facility provides exceptional residential care and also provides first-class person-centred dementia... Read more

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Paddock Stile Manor Dementia Care Home

Philadelphia Lane, Newbottle, Houghton le Spring DH4 4ES

3.2 miles from centre of Washington

9.886 Reviews

"Visited my friend and neighbour of many years, so some of my observations come from her, e.g. Food and drink, but the staff were very..."Read all 86 reviews

Size 40 rooms

Group/Owner Orchard Healthcare Group

Paddock Stile Manor Care Home provides residential care, dementia care and respite care in Houghton-le-Spring, conveniently located between Durham and Sunderland. Rated ‘Good’ by the CQC (March 2021),... Read more

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Barchester Springvale Court Care Home

Springwell Road, Wrekenton, Gateshead NE9 7AD

3 miles from centre of Washington

9.786 Reviews

12 1

"My mam has been here for 3 years now and in all that time i have never had cause to complain. Infact the staff go above and beyond...."Read all 86 reviews

from £1,227 / weekSize 40 rooms

Group/Owner Barchester Healthcare Ltd

Springvale Court is located in the Wrekenton area of Gateshead, on the site of the former Miners' Welfare Club, close to local shops and public transport links. It is a purpose built care home providing... Read more

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Washington Lodge Nursing Home

The Avenue, Washington Village, Washington NE38 7LE

0.4 miles from centre of Washington

9.799 Reviews

"We wish to say thank you for the kindness, empathy and loving care every staff member gave our mum. She was with you in Washington Lodge..."Read all 99 reviews

Size 65 rooms

Group/Owner Vayra Care Homes Ltd

Welcome to Washington Lodge Care Home, nestled within the charming residential area of Washington Village. The purpose-built home offers a warm and inviting environment where residents receive high standards... Read more

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St George's Residential Home

Vigo Lane, Harraton, Washington NE38 9AH

1.3 miles from centre of Washington

9.656 Reviews

12 1

"Lovely friendly happy staff that take pride in looking after my mother. They take time to get to know each resident individually and..."Read all 56 reviews

from £990 / weekSize 38 rooms

Group/Owner Wellburn Care Homes Ltd

St George’s is a luxury, purpose built residential care home, set in the grounds of St George’s Church, in the quiet village of Harraton in Washington. Their 38 bedroom suites are designed to give residents... Read more

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The Mews Care Home

Southburn Terrace, New Herrington, Houghton le Spring DH4 7AW

2.4 miles from centre of Washington

9.646 Reviews

17 1

"My Mam has been living at The Mews since 8th June and she settled quickly thanks to the care and dedication of staff. She is the happiest I..."Read all 46 reviews

from £1,050 / weekSize 47 rooms

Group/Owner Kara Healthcare

Situated in a quiet residential area of Houghton-le-Spring, The Mews Care Home provides residential and nursing care in a home from home setting. The home is equipped with a range of facilities to... Read more

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Archers Park Dementia Care Home

Archer Road, Farringdon, Sunderland SR3 3DJ

3.8 miles from centre of Washington

9.579 Reviews

"My mother is very happy in Archers Park, she is also eating her meals which she never done at home. She is also getting bathed which I..."Read all 79 reviews

Size 40 rooms

Group/Owner Orchard Healthcare Group

Archers Park is a warm and welcoming dementia care home in Sunderland, offering residential dementia care and short-term respite care to the Farringdon community. Rated ‘Good’ by CQC (January 2022),... Read more

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Picktree Court

Off Picktree Lane, Chester le Street DH3 3SP

3.3 miles from centre of Washington

9.416 Reviews

"The care my mum received over a 9 month period was professional, compassionate and people orientated. Picktree goes out of its way to..."Read all 16 reviews

from £1,207 / weekSize 88 rooms

Group/Owner Premier Care Homes Ltd

Picktree Court is ideally located in the Town Centre of Chester-le-Street within easy reach of car, bus and rail transport routes, and a few minutes walking distance from the main shopping areas with... Read more

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Durham House

Mains Park Road, Chester le Street DH3 3PU

3.7 miles from centre of Washington

9.15 Reviews

"I usually visit my best friend once a week. She has been in Durham House since December 2022, and has Alzheimer's. She still recognises..."Read all 5 reviews

from £1,055 / weekSize 31 rooms

Group/Owner Premier Care Homes Ltd

Durham House is a residential care home for adults over 65 years of age. They specialise is general residential care along with dementia residential care and are able to provide both long term care along... Read more

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Washington Manor

Hollin Hill Road, Concord, Washington NE37 2DP

0.9 miles from centre of Washington

9.073 Reviews

13 1

"My mam has advanced dementia and went into Washington Manor when she was very agitated, worried, and frightened, within a few days she is a..."Read all 73 reviews

Size 68 rooms

Group/Owner St Martins Care Ltd

Washington Manor is a purpose-built residential care home located in the Albany/Usworth district of Washington. It is a vibrant and lively environment with a dedicated staff team.... Read more

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Wardley Gate

Lingey Lane, Wardley, Gateshead NE10 8EU

3.3 miles from centre of Washington

9.845 Reviews

"I absolutely love the staff and what they provide for my mother in law Laura.. fun activities and although she can't remember doing them..."Read all 45 reviews

from £866 / weekSize 88 rooms

Group/Owner Enhanced Elderly Care Ltd

Wardley Gate Care Centre is a brand new, purpose built, luxurious, state-of-the-art residential care home for older people, operated by the award winning company Care Group Enhanced Care Limited which... Read more

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The Grange

Southburn Terrace, New Herrington, Houghton le Spring DH4 7AW

2.4 miles from centre of Washington

9.835 Reviews

"My mam has recently moved into The Grange and as this is a big change for her, we had some doubts over how well she would settle into her..."Read all 35 reviews

from £897 / weekSize 35 rooms

Group/Owner Exclusive Care Group

The Grange Care Home offers residential care in a newly refurbished environment located in a quiet village setting in New Herrington, Houghton le Spring. The home has 35 bedrooms, all with en suite... Read more

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Valley View & Penshaw House

Back Lane, Penshaw, Houghton le Spring DH4 7ER

1.7 miles from centre of Washington

9.359 Reviews

18 1

"I visit my friend every week when I can the staff and everyone are very friendly and professional. He always looks well taken care of and..."Read all 59 reviews

from £1,120 / weekSize 44 rooms

Group/Owner Roseberry Care Centre (England) Ltd

Valley View and Penshaw House are on a dual site situated at Penshaw, Houghton Le Spring on the outskirts of Sunderland. Valley View Care Centre is a Residential Home which accommodates 44 bedrooms... Read more

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Thornbury Care Centre

58 Thorndale Road, Thorney Close, Sunderland SR3 4JG

3.5 miles from centre of Washington

9.223 Reviews

"The care and support have been outstanding, from the moment my dad arrived at Thornbury around 18 months ago. Every member of staff is..."Read all 23 reviews

from £1,263 / weekSize 64 rooms

Group/Owner S L W Ltd

Thornbury Care Centre is a modern development that is designed to look after nursing and residential care requirements, set up to be comfortable for those experiencing physical disabilities, as well as... Read more

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Lansbury Court Care Home

Parkhouse Avenue, Castletown, Sunderland SR5 3DF

3.1 miles from centre of Washington

8.242 Reviews

"I thought long and hard about my mum going into a home but it was the best decision I ever made. She is so happy and well taken care of the..."Read all 42 reviews

Size 56 rooms

Group/Owner Orchard Healthcare Group

Lansbury Court Care Home in Sunderland offers dementia-specialist Reconnect care through their friendly community. Their Reconnect community reflects a typical homely environment with the additional... Read more

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Philips Court

140 Bluebell Close, Beacon Lough, Gateshead NE9 6RL

3.8 miles from centre of Washington

8.939 Reviews

"My husband seems to be settled in his care home. All the staff are so kind and caring. He enjoys his food and the lovely garden. The..."Read all 39 reviews

Size 75 rooms

Group/Owner Akari Care Ltd

Philips Court care home provides care for residents with mental health issues and has an on-site psychiatrist. Residents can get involved in a variety of activities which are always tailored to their... Read more

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Sycamore Care Centre

Nookside, Grindon, Sunderland SR4 8PQ

3.2 miles from centre of Washington

8.845 Reviews

"I was suprised how beautiful the lodge was. Staff are excellent they are very patient, kind and attentive to all the residents. They are..."Read all 45 reviews

from £1,263 / weekSize 113 rooms

Group/Owner S L W Ltd

Sycamore Care Centre is set in three acres at Nookside in Sunderland. It offers respite and permanent care and staff ensure the individual needs of residents are paramount, ensuring that dignity,... Read more

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Holly House Care Home

Albany Way, Washington NE37 1BJ

1 miles from centre of Washington

1 Reviews

from £1,122 / weekSize 40 rooms

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The Village Care Home

Hylton Bank, South Hylton, Sunderland SR4 0LL

2.8 miles from centre of Washington

1 Reviews

from £990 / weekSize 40 rooms

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Covent House

Durham Road, Birtley, Gateshead, Chester le Street DH3 2PF

2.4 miles from centre of Washington

8.32 Reviews

Size 63 rooms

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St Mary's Nursing Home

Church Chare, Chester le Street DH3 3PZ

3.7 miles from centre of Washington

8.09 Reviews

from £920 / weekSize 54 rooms

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Lindisfarne Birtley

Durham Road, Birtley, Chester le Street DH3 1LU

2.5 miles from centre of Washington

1 Reviews

Size 66 rooms

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Springfield Care Home

Bunker Hill, Philadelphia, Houghton le Spring DH4 4TN

2.6 miles from centre of Washington

9.247 Reviews

Size 50 rooms

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Lindisfarne Ouston

Front Street, Ouston, Chester le Street DH2 1QW

3.7 miles from centre of Washington

8 Reviews

from £1,143 / weekSize 57 rooms

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Frequently Asked Questions about Washington Older Person Care Homes

Older Person Care Home costs in and around Washington

Average older person care home costs in and around Washington by care type, compared to averages across the UK. Fees are based on the starting price for self-funded care, using carehome.co.uk data from 4 older person care homes with fees listed in and around Washington.

Type of Care Provided	Washington	Tyne & Wear	England	UK
Residential Care	£1,118	£1,181	£1,308	£1,313
Residential Dementia Care	£1,111	£1,212	£1,338	£1,343
Nursing Care	£1,270	£1,300	£1,569	£1,554
Nursing Dementia Care	£1,250	£1,349	£1,585	£1,576
All Care Types	£1,130	£1,184	£1,319	£1,326

Keep in mind that fees can vary between providers and factors such as specific needs, location, room type and more can affect costs. For more information on older person care home fees across the UK and advice on how to pay, see our older person care home fees guide.

Average starting prices for self-funders in Washington Care Homes by care type

Average cost of Residential Care from 13 care homes with fees listed.

£1,118 per week

5.6% below Tyne & Wear average
17.0% below England average
17.4% below UK average

Average cost of Residential Dementia Care from 11 care homes with fees listed.

£1,111 per week

9.1% below Tyne & Wear average
20.4% below England average
20.9% below UK average

Average cost of Nursing Care from 2 care homes with fees listed.

£1,270 per week

2.4% below Tyne & Wear average
23.5% below England average
22.4% below UK average

Average cost of Nursing Dementia Care from 1 care home with fees listed.

£1,250 per week

7.9% below Tyne & Wear average
26.8% below England average
26.1% below UK average

How many older person care homes are there in Washington?

There are 30 Older Person Care Homes in Washington, including 9 Nursing Homes & 21 Residential Care Homes.

Which older person care homes in Washington have the highest Review Score?

Eighton Lodge, Barchester Washington Grange Care Home & Lambton House are some of the older person care homes with the highest Review Score in Washington.

Which older person care homes in Washington offer Nursing Care?

Donwell House Nursing Home, Washington Lodge Nursing Home & The Mews Care Home are some of the 5 Nursing Homes in Washington.

How many elderly care homes offer Dementia Care in Washington?

There are 19 elderly care homes offering Dementia Care in Washington including Eighton Lodge, Barchester Washington Grange Care Home & Lambton House.

Which elderly care homes offer Respite Care in Washington?

Respite Care is offered by 21 elderly care homes in Washington including Eighton Lodge, Barchester Washington Grange Care Home & Lambton House.

How many older person care homes listings in Washington have Reviews on carehome.co.uk?

There are 26 older person care homes listed with Reviews.