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Situated in the heart of Farringdon and close to local shops, the home offers spacious lounges, a large conservatory, secure gardens and even an on-site hair salon, where residents can enjoy a well-deserved pamper. As a Veteran Friendly Framework accredited home,...
Care Provided by Archers Court Nursing Home
Primary Care Categories
- Older Person Care
- Dementia
- Physical Disability
- Visual / Hearing Impairment
Length of Stay
- Permanent Care
Care Types Provided
- Dementia Nursing Care
- For a maximum of 39 Service Users
Dementia Care TypesMild Dementia
Someone living with our definition of "mild dementia" might experience some or all of the following:
- Memory problems such as misplacing items and not be able to recall recent events (however, in some forms of dementia a person's memory may be unchanged)
- Difficulties thinking through problems and planning, making decisions
- Language and communication issues such as finding it difficult to recall the appropriate word in a conversation or following a conversation
- Poor orientation, getting lost in areas previously familiar to them
- Difficulty judging distances (more falls than usual)
- Changes in their normal mood including anxiety and depression
- In certain types of dementia, personality and behaviour changes may be present alongside or instead of issues with memory or concentration.
Moderate Dementia
Someone living with our definition of "moderate dementia" might experience some or all of the following:
- Worsened memory problems. Not always recognising own family members and friends. Repeating the same questions over and over again
- Worsened language and communication issues, forgetting what they are saying mid-sentence. Not being able to understand what someone else is saying
- More frequent confusion, e.g. about the time of day or where they are, including their own home
- Apathy, depression and anxiety
- Believing things that aren't true (paranoia)
- Frequent hallucinations
- Lack of emotional control, quick to anger, fearfulness, sadness
- Loss of inhibition
- Difficulties sleeping or waking during the night and behaving as though it is daytime - loss of circadian rhythm.
Advanced Dementia
Someone living with our definition of "severe dementia" might experience some or all of the following:
- Severe memory problems. Not recognising family members and friends. Not being able to recall their own name
- Severe language and communication issues, not being able to understand what someone else is saying
- Severe confusion, e.g. about the time of day or where they are, including their own home
- Apathy, depression and anxiety
- Believing things that aren't true (paranoia)
- Frequent hallucinations
- Lack of emotional control, quick to anger, fearfulness, sadness
- Loss of inhibition
- Difficulties sleeping or waking during the night and behaving as though it is daytime - loss of circadian rhythm.
Verbally or physically aggressive behaviour
If your loved one displays this type of behaviour you may need a care home that has specially trained staff. Verbal/physical aggression is often defined:
- Consistent shouting and screaming
- Verbal abuse
- Physical abuse
How we define Dementia Care Types
Mild Dementia
Someone living with our definition of "mild dementia" might experience some or all of the following:
- Memory problems such as misplacing items and not be able to recall recent events (however, in some forms of dementia a person's memory may be unchanged)
- Difficulties thinking through problems and planning, making decisions
- Language and communication issues such as finding it difficult to recall the appropriate word in a conversation or following a conversation
- Poor orientation, getting lost in areas previously familiar to them
- Difficulty judging distances (more falls than usual)
- Changes in their normal mood including anxiety and depression
- In certain types of dementia, personality and behaviour changes may be present alongside or instead of issues with memory or concentration.
Moderate Dementia
Someone living with our definition of "moderate dementia" might experience some or all of the following:
- Worsened memory problems. Not always recognising own family members and friends. Repeating the same questions over and over again
- Worsened language and communication issues, forgetting what they are saying mid-sentence. Not being able to understand what someone else is saying
- More frequent confusion, e.g. about the time of day or where they are, including their own home
- Apathy, depression and anxiety
- Believing things that aren't true (paranoia)
- Frequent hallucinations
- Lack of emotional control, quick to anger, fearfulness, sadness
- Loss of inhibition
- Difficulties sleeping or waking during the night and behaving as though it is daytime - loss of circadian rhythm.
Advanced Dementia
Someone living with our definition of "severe dementia" might experience some or all of the following:
- Severe memory problems. Not recognising family members and friends. Not being able to recall their own name
- Severe language and communication issues, not being able to understand what someone else is saying
- Severe confusion, e.g. about the time of day or where they are, including their own home
- Apathy, depression and anxiety
- Believing things that aren't true (paranoia)
- Frequent hallucinations
- Lack of emotional control, quick to anger, fearfulness, sadness
- Loss of inhibition
- Difficulties sleeping or waking during the night and behaving as though it is daytime - loss of circadian rhythm.
Verbally or physically aggressive behaviour
If your loved one displays this type of behaviour you may need a care home that has specially trained staff. Verbal/physical aggression is often defined:
- Consistent shouting and screaming
- Verbal abuse
- Physical abuse
How we define Dementia Care Types
- Advanced/Complex Dementia
Other Care Provided
- Parkinson's Disease
- Stroke
- COPD/Pulmonary Disease
- Convalescent Care
Facilities
- Own Furniture if required
- Pet Friendly (or by arrangement)
- Close to Local shops
- Near Public Transport
- Minibus or other transport
- Lift
- Wheelchair Access
- Gardens
- Residents Kitchenette
- Phone Point in own room
- Television point in own room
- Residents Internet Access
Funding & Fees
Contact Archers Court Nursing Home to confirm what's included and get a personalised quote:
Funding Types Accepted
- Self-Funding (Private)
- Local Authority with Top-up
- Local Authority
- NHS Continuing Healthcare (CHC)
Good to Know
Group / Owner
- Orchard Healthcare Group
- Private Owned
Person in charge
- Sharon Easterbrook-Smith (Registered Home Manager)
Local Authority / Social Services
Admission Information
- Ages 45+
Care Home Design/Build
- Purpose Built: Yes
- Year Purpose Built: -1
- Last Refurbishment: 2004
- Number of floors: 2
Room Information
- Single Rooms (31)
- Couples/Companion Rooms (4)
Visiting
- Family & Friends welcome anytime.
Parking
- Free on-site Parking
Archers Court Nursing Home Reviews (89)
Archers Court Nursing Home has a Review Score of 9.8 (9.832) out of 10, based on 27 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Archers Court Nursing Home has 89 reviews.
Mum has only been in Archers Court for 6 weeks. However from day one, she has been treated with nothing but tender loving care, nothing is too much trouble or bother for any member of staff. That goes right across the board, no matter who you talk to, everyone is only willing to help and assist in any way possible.
Thank you very much for taking the time to leave us a review. We're extremely grateful for your praise of our service. The staff and management are equally proud of receiving such glowing feedback.
Friendly staff, clean and pleasant rooms. Food very good. Care good.
Thank you for the lovely review for Archers Court, I will ensure I pass your kind words onto the staff team. Kindest regards.
Staff work hard and are welcoming to residents and their families. They try to form a bond with residents. Covid testing of visitors appeared lax as there was very little evidence of staff present to ensure tests were carried out and documented accurately.
I have not seen any activities going on, except the open day where there was a singer and the residents seemed to be enjoying themselves. Unfortunately, my friend wasn't one of them as she had been told there wasn't a wheelchair she could use. I know she can walk but is not confident to go any distance. Her reaction to the staff is some are always unpleasant while others are kind and helpful. She lost her confidence after several falls at home and would appreciate more support when moving about.
My brother has seemed to settle well after spending a month in hospital prior to going into the home. From the beginning all the staff have been very approachable, helping his family through these difficult times. Carers and domiciliary understand his illness and they have a warm and friendly manner towards him. We hope to have our brother remain here as long as possible.
I would like to say thank you so much for your lovely review, we appreciate your kind words, I will pass your lovely review on to the staff, thank you again from Sharon and all the staff team at Archers Court.
Since the appointment of a new manager, there has been a real positivity around Archers Court. Staff looking happy, conversing with relatives in a positive and professional manner. Activities have positively increased which my mother-in-law enjoys a lot. Residents are treated as individuals with the staff clearly aware that they work in the residents' homes. Long may it continue.
Thank you so much for your lovely review Malcolm, and thank you for your kind words. I am delighted that you and your family are so pleased with Archers Court and great to see everyone very happy. Thank you again, your review and comments are very much appreciated. Kind Regards, Sharon Easterbrook-Smith.
My Aunty had respite at this home, we were reassured from the first meeting with the manager and deputy manager. The care and support shown from both of them and the fabulous carers was second to none. The cleanliness of the home is excellent. My Aunty was so happy while she stayed there and I would not hesitate to continue to use this care home again. Thank you to all.
Thank you Deborah for your lovely review it is very much appreciated for your kind and positive feedback, I am delighted you are pleased with Archers Court and will certainly pass on your kind words to the staff team. Thank you again for your lovely review and comments on our staff team. Kind Regards, Sharon Easterbrook-Smith.
The past months have been an extremely testing time for care home staff. In difficult circumstances, the staff at Archers Court have always been highly professional, extremely friendly, and dedicated to their work. Their support has been vital to help my mam through this period and it is very much appreciated. I can't speak highly enough of Archers Court.
I would like to say thank you so much for your lovely review and kind words, it is very much appreciated and I will pass your review onto the staff team at Archers Court. Kindest regards, Sharon Easterbrook-Smith.
Was very apprehensive to put my Aunt into any home as she is 78 years old with learning disabilities and slight onset of dementia. Archers Court was recommended and after weeks of putting off, we decided to put her in for 5 days respite. I should have done this years ago, she loved it, the staff were amazing, the management team were fantastic. I would definitely recommend.
I would like to say thank you so much for your lovely review, it is a credit to the management and staff team at Archers Court. You are very welcome to bring your Aunty back to Archers Court anytime, she was a delight to look after. Kind regards, Sharon and all the staff team.
In that time she has had a fall which I was advised of, however, the extent of her injuries was incorrectly reported to me and a small cut to her arm was discovered to be a black eye.
In addition, her personal belongings have “gone missing” nightdresses, underwear and towel.
The most shocking thing is her purse containing cash is also missing.
I have tried repeatedly to speak to the manager, left messages etc and today like many other days the phone has a recorded message that no one is available to answer.
On Mother’s Day, my mother did not receive her gifts and cards until I rang in the late afternoon to ask where they were. I was spoken to in a very rude unprofessional manner by a member of staff however my mother did receive her gifts by late afternoon.
I have voiced my concerns to social services but as theft appears to have taken place I will be informing the police and the CQC.
Unfortunately, Dad died on 12/1/21 and the response from management was deplorable.
I received a call during the night from the nurse who was lovely advising me that Dad had passed.
We received no contact afterwards offering condolences and have since had one or two issues such as repayment of money held on account which was to cover incidentals like chiropodist despite being told we would receive a cheque, two months later and it is still outstanding.
I am disappointed with the lack of compassion and don’t think it is acceptable to simply blame everything on Covid-19.
Neville, thank you for taking the time out to leave a review for our home, I am pleased to hear that you were happy with the care we provided your father. We take on board any feedback we receive and strive to provide the best level of care possible. Kind regards, Libby Taws.
First of all this review is based on the handling of the passing of my mam at Archers Court. On Dec 11th my mam was discharged from hospital into the care of Archers Court. Due to covid restrictions, I wasn't allowed to visit until Boxing Day. I was overjoyed to visit as I hadn't seen my mam since October. My visit was 30 minutes. I phoned daily and was told my mam was not doing very well. On the 30th Dec early evening, I received a phone call telling me my mam was not responding very well and could I go to see my mam. On arriving I was told I had 30 mins. My mam was in a bad way but responded by moving her head when I spoke. I Facetimed family members, I was the only one allowed to visit, to say their goodbyes. The nurse began to let me know my time was up. What harm was I doing? I was in the room, the door was closed and I wasn't interacting with anyone. Where is the compassion? I sobbed as I left my mam taking her dying breaths. Arriving home the phone rang, my mam had passed. No condolences.
Thank you for your review, we really do value the feedback that we get about our home. We strive to provide the very best care to our residents, and we take on board the comments that you have made. Kind regards, Libby Taws.
My husband is in this care home and all managers and carers are brilliant. I think they are all amazing very pleasant. Nothing is primal to them, they do a lot to entertain the residents, they do everything to look after the residents and their families that visit the home. The home is spotlessly clean. All of them should be given a medal.
I thank you for your kind words and happy that your husband has settled into Archers Court. I most certainly will pass on your kind words to the staff as they will be very happy. If there is anything you require please do not hesitate to contact me.
My partner went into a care home at Archers Court. I was recommended he went there. He has settled in very well and I am pleased with his care.
Thank you very much for your response, it is very reassuring to hear that you would recommend Archers Court and also that your relative has settled in well. I will pass your comments of appreciation onto the staff. Thank you.
When anyone enters the room, go and say who they are. To be patient and give her time.
Staff have always treated my relative with care and respect but recently her condition has changed and she has become more forgetful. Staff have taken this into account and are increasingly careful and mindful of her needs.
Many thanks for taking the time to leave a review for Archers Court, your positive feedback is greatly appreciated and I will most certainly pass your comments on to the team. As a team, we strive to provide the best care possible for our residents and I am very pleased to hear that you believe our...
My mother has been in Archers Court for just over a year and has received nothing but 'first-rate' care and support. She is completely settled and accepting of support and activities which enhance her daily experiences. She declines any opportunity to leave the home, preferring to stay where she feels safe and secure. We are indebted to the staff for the quality of care and respect shown to my mother.
Many thanks for taking the time to leave a review for Archers Court, your positive feedback is greatly appreciated and I will most certainly pass your comments on to the team. As a team, we strive to provide the best care possible for our residents and I am very pleased to hear that you believe...
I have found the home to be very pleasant. The rooms are lovely and the facilities very good. The staff are all very friendly and nothing is a bother. My mother has settled in well.
Many thanks for taking the time to leave a review for Archers Court, your positive feedback is greatly appreciated and I will most certainly pass your comments on to the team. As a team, we strive to provide the best care possible for our residents and I am very pleased to hear that you find our...
Home is lovely, very homely, staff helpful and an all-round good team. The manager always around and insight of visitors, very pleasant and passes the time of day with everyone she meets. Mam very happy and loves the staff. Rooms well kept and clean and tidy.
Many thanks for taking the time to leave a review for Archers Court, your positive feedback is greatly appreciated and I will most certainly pass your comments on to the team. As a team, we strive to provide the best care possible for our residents and I am very pleased to hear that you find our...
A well managed and well professional service delivered by the staff, who always do their job with a smile.
Many thanks for taking the time to leave a review for Archers Court, your positive feedback is greatly appreciated and I will most certainly pass your comments on to the team. As a team, we strive to provide the best care possible for our residents and I am very pleased to hear that you find our...
Regulatory Rating
Care Quality Commission (CQC) Rating
Date: 01 January 2020Good
- CaringGood
- EffectiveGood
- ResponsiveGood
- SafeGood
- Well-ledGood
Inspection ratings
We rate most services according to how safe, effective, caring, responsive and well-led they are, using four levels:
- Outstanding - The service is performing exceptionally well.
- Good - The service is performing well and meeting our expectations.
- Requires Improvement - The service isn't performing as well as it should and we have told the service how it must improve.
- Inadequate - The service is performing badly and we've taken action against the person or organisation that runs it.
- Not rated - we have not yet rated this area of the service, this is normally because the assessments we have carried out have been focused on other key questions.
Bed Vacancies
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News (5) & Events (0)
- 27 Mar 2026
Across our amazing care homes we have been making the most magical Christmas wishes come true for lots of residents. This is why, when the Archers Court team decided to...
- 25 Nov 2025
Running is like marmite: you either love it, or you hate it – and for Caroline at Archers Court Care Home, she’s always loved the rush of finishing a 5km...
- 04 Mar 2025
Stepping into a new year, we thought it the perfect moment to pause and reflect on the hopes, dreams, and aspirations we have for 2025. We also asked for some...
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Awards / Recognitions (4)
- 21 Jul 2026Recipient: Archers Court Nursing Home
- 15 Jun 2024Recipient: Orchard Healthcare Group
- 16 Nov 2023Recipient: Orchard Healthcare Group
Accreditations
There are no accreditations posted yet for Archers Court Nursing Home.
Meet the Team (1)

My name is Sharon Easterbrook-Smith and I am the Home Manager here at Archers Court Care Home in Sunderland. I have worked in the elderly care sector since leaving school, starting as a Care Assistant and progressing to management.
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