Best Care Homes / Nursing Homes (9.5+ Review Score) in and around Washington (Tyne & Wear)
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Low Eighton, Gateshead NE9 7UB 3.0 miles away
"My Mother and Father in law came to Eighton Lodge in August 2025 following a period of respite in July . From the very first day the staff…" Read all 90 reviews
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 independence. The home prides itself on providing… Read more about Eighton Lodge
- Care Provided
- Long Term/Permanent
- Short Term/Respite
- Older Person Care
- Residential Care
- Dementia Residential Care
- Younger Adults
- Palliative Care
- Mental Health
- Visual / Hearing Impairment
- 47 Rooms
- from £950 / week
Chester Road, Shiney Row, Houghton le Spring DH4 4RB 2.3 miles away
"All staff at Grangewood are very friendly and pleasant. It's lovely, spacious and clean. If the times come, I would love to live here.…" Read all 64 reviews
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 Row, close to Houghton-le-Spring in Tyne and Wear.… Read more about Grangewood
- Care Provided
- Long Term/Permanent
- Short Term/Respite
- Older Person Care
- Residential Care
- Dementia Residential Care
- Younger Adults
- Learning Disability / Autism
- Physical Disability
- Palliative Care
- Mental Health
- 50 Rooms
- from £1,250 / week
Philadelphia Lane, Newbottle, Houghton le Spring DH4 4ES 3.2 miles away
"Both my father and mother in law were given a shared room at very short notice on the 28th May. The staff are very understanding, caring…" Read all 81 reviews
Rated ‘Good’ by regulator CQC in July 2020, Paddock Stile Manor care home is nestled in the town of Houghton-le-Spring, halfway between Durham and Sunderland, offering dementia, residential and short-term respite care. The home provides 40 spacious… Read more about Paddock Stile Manor Dementia Care Home
- Care Provided
- Long Term/Permanent
- Short Term/Respite
- Older Person Care
- Residential Care
- Dementia Residential Care
- Palliative Care
- Visual / Hearing Impairment
- 40 Rooms
- from £1,077 / week
New Lambton Village, Fence Houses, Houghton le Spring DH4 6DE 3.2 miles away
"On the first visit to see our friend in Lambton House, we were impressed with the happy atmosphere outside in the lovely garden space where…" Read all 74 reviews
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 57 ensuite bedrooms, communal areas,… Read more about Lambton House
- Care Provided
- Long Term/Permanent
- Short Term/Respite
- Older Person Care
- Residential Care
- Dementia Residential Care
- Younger Adults
- Physical Disability
- Palliative Care
- Visual / Hearing Impairment
- 57 Rooms
- from £1,135 / week
Burnhope Road, Barnston, Washington NE38 8HZ 0.4 miles away
"My Dad has been in here since February he has adapted well with the care and love this care home offers. We could'nt have found anywhere…" Read all 65 reviews
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 for physical disabilities and dementia. A committed… Read more about Barchester Washington Grange Care Home
- Care Provided
- Long Term/Permanent
- Short Term/Respite
- Older Person Care
- Residential Care
- Dementia Residential Care
- Palliative Care
- 41 Rooms
- from £1,139 / week
Wellgarth Road, Donwell Village, Washington NE37 1EE 1.7 miles away
"We were able to go on holiday this summer, safe in the knowledge that staff now know my mum really well (after just 7 months as a resident)…" Read all 49 reviews
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 with dementia and physical disabilities, being an… Read more about Donwell House Nursing Home
- Care Provided
- Long Term/Permanent
- Short Term/Respite
- Older Person Care
- Residential Care
- Nursing Care
- Dementia Residential Care
- Dementia Nursing Care
- Physical Disability
- Palliative Care
- Mental Health
- Visual / Hearing Impairment
- 63 Rooms
- from £1,290 / week
The Avenue, Washington Village, Washington NE38 7LE 0.4 miles away
"So far, so good! I have only been here coming up 2 weeks and am very happy with my experience so far. You can not fault the staff, they are…" Read all 93 reviews
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 of compassionate and dignified care. Washington… Read more about Washington Lodge Nursing Home
- Care Provided
- Long Term/Permanent
- Short Term/Respite
- Older Person Care
- Residential Care
- Nursing Care
- Dementia Residential Care
- Dementia Nursing Care
- Learning Disability / Autism
- Physical Disability
- Palliative Care
- Mental Health
- Visual / Hearing Impairment
- Acquired Brain Injury
- 65 Rooms
- from £965 / week
Durham Road, Birtley, Chester le Street DH3 2BH 2.7 miles away
"My mother-in-law has very recently moved into Appletree Grange. I would like to thank the management and staff for the welcome we have all…" Read all 67 reviews
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 care in a Memory Lane Community. A team of… Read more about Barchester Appletree Grange Care Home
- Care Provided
- Long Term/Permanent
- Short Term/Respite
- Older Person Care
- Residential Care
- Dementia Residential Care
- Palliative Care
- 32 Rooms
- from £1,116 / week
Springwell Road, Wrekenton, Gateshead NE9 7AD 3.0 miles away
"Cannot fault the care Pauline got at the home. Every member of staff is very caring and could not be more helpful.…" Read all 81 reviews
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 personalised residential and expert dementia care. Sensitive… Read more about Barchester Springvale Court Care Home
- Care Provided
- Long Term/Permanent
- Short Term/Respite
- Older Person Care
- Residential Care
- Dementia Residential Care
- Physical Disability
- Visual / Hearing Impairment
- 40 Rooms
- from £1,159 / week
Southburn Terrace, New Herrington, Houghton le Spring DH4 7AW 2.4 miles away
"My Mam was a resident at The Mews for 20 months. She was always very well cared for and the staff are all lovely. The home is always very…" Read all 35 reviews
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 offer residents an engaging and happy lifestyle.… Read more about The Mews Care Home
- Care Provided
- Long Term/Permanent
- Short Term/Respite
- Older Person Care
- Residential Care
- Nursing Care
- Dementia Residential Care
- Dementia Nursing Care
- Learning Disability / Autism
- Physical Disability
- Palliative Care
- Visual / Hearing Impairment
- 47 Rooms
- from £973 / week
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Vigo Lane, Harraton, Washington NE38 9AH 1.3 miles away
"My mother has been in the home, now, for two years. After two previous homes not suiting my mother's needs, we've found the perfect place.…" Read all 53 reviews
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 luxury, privacy and independence. The home… Read more about St George's Residential Home
- Care Provided
- Long Term/Permanent
- Short Term/Respite
- Older Person Care
- Residential Care
- Dementia Residential Care
- 38 Rooms
Bunker Hill, Philadelphia, Houghton le Spring DH4 4TN 2.6 miles away
- Care Provided
- Long Term/Permanent
- Short Term/Respite
- Older Person Care
- Residential Care
- Dementia Residential Care
- Learning Disability / Autism
- Physical Disability
- Palliative Care
- Mental Health
- Visual / Hearing Impairment
- Eating Disorders
- Acquired Brain Injury
- 50 Rooms
- from £993 / week