Church View

Church Lane, Murton, Seaham SR7 9PG
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9.9 73 Reviews
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Welcome to Church View Care Home in Murton, County Durham

Nestled in the heart of Murton, Church View Care Home offers a warm and welcoming environment for older people who need extra care and support. Conveniently located for families across County Durham, the home is easily accessible and part of the award-winning Strong Life Care group.

The care team at Church View, provides personalised, compassionate care for residents living with a range of needs - from residential and dementia care to short-term respite stays and end-of-life support. The experienced and caring team take time to get to know every resident as an individual, creating a true sense of home and belonging.

Under the Strong Life Care banner, their goal is simple: to deliver respectful, person-centred care within a community-minded setting, where everyone feels valued and supported.

Outside, residents and visitors can enjoy beautifully landscaped gardens with seating areas ideal for fresh air, gentle walks, or time spent with loved ones.
Inside, the home has been thoughtfully designed with dementia-friendly features - clear signage, safe walkways, and warm, homely décor that promotes comfort, confidence, and independence.

Strong Life Care believes the right environment makes all the difference. At Church View, the home creates a space where well-being, dignity, and peace of mind come first, every single day.
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Care Provided by Church View

Primary Care Categories

  • Older Person Care
  • Dementia
  • Learning Disability / Autism
  • Mental Health Condition
  • Physical Disability
  • Younger Adults

Length of Stay

  • Permanent Care
  • Respite Care

Care Types Provided

  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • For a maximum of 42 Service Users

Dementia Care Types

  • Mild Dementia
  • Moderate Dementia
  • Advanced/Complex Dementia

Other Care Provided

  • Parkinson's Disease
  • Stroke

Facilities

  • Own Furniture if required
  • Smoking not permitted
  • Close to Local shops
  • Near Public Transport
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair Access
  • Gardens
  • Phone Point in own room
  • Television point in own room
  • Residents Internet Access

Funding & Fees What's included?

Fees are subject to a pre-admission needs assessment which is required to fully understand the level of
care and support required by each individual. Premium rooms normally require an additional charge.


What’s included?
• All care and support including a monthly review of care plans
• All meals, snacks and drinks freshly prepared every day by our chef
• Activities and lifestyle programme
• All utilities and other accommodation costs
• Housekeeping and laundry services
• WiFi internet access


Please note, the weekly fee does not include hairdressing, chiropody or other healthcare visits or
appointments not covered by the NHS, toiletries, newspapers or magazines, any over the counter
medications that a GP wouldn’t normally prescribe such as paracetamol and indigestion relief, and any
other privately arranged healthcare. Should you require an escort to hospital appointments, we may apply
an agreed hourly charge for this service.

Contact Church View 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)

Contact Church View to confirm what's included and get a personalised quote:

Good to Know

Group/Owner

Person in Charge

  • Amy Crumbie (Home Manager)

Local Authority / Social Services

Admission Information

  • Mixed (no single-gender units)
  • Ages 55+

Care Home Design/Build

  • Purpose Built: Yes
  • Last Refurbishment: 2012
  • Number of floors: 2

Room Information

  • Single Rooms (42)
  • Single Rooms with Ensuite Wet Room (42)

Visiting

  • Visiting is at any time; however, it is asked that visitors respect mealtimes.

Parking

  • On site

Church View Reviews (73)

9.9

Church View has a Review Score of 9.9 (9.899) out of 10, based on 39 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Church View has 73 reviews.

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Review from Lesley R (Niece of Resident) published on 13 December 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My aunt was in this care home since June 2022 and sadly died In November. We can’t thank the carers enough for how well they cared for my Aunt. They are very special people. Also, the management, receptionist, cleaners, kitchen staff, caretaker and activities coordinator were all so kind and made us
feel welcome.
The home is spotless and has a lovely calm environment.
We would highly recommend Church View Care Home.
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Review from Val W (Daughter of Resident) published on 5 May 2023 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Highly recommend this care home. After looking around a few others, I knew this was the one for Mam as soon as we stepped through the door. Beautiful decor, super clean, fantastic, friendly and caring staff. My mam is happy and content, as am I knowing she is being well looked after. Can't fault this
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Review from Sheila B (Daughter of Resident) published on 13 October 2022 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Our much-loved mam has settled into Church View Care Home better than we ever imagined. Patient, kind and genuinely caring staff have quickly built up her confidence - and ours! There is always someone ready and able to discuss and resolve any concerns and the team have a wealth of experience to draw
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Mam is thriving in this bright and lovely home, enjoying the company, banter and activities now available to her. Knowing Mam is safe and happy is a relief and a joy!
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Review from A S (Wife of Resident) published on 21 September 2022 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My husband was a resident for ten months until his passing on 29 August 2022. My husband received the best care at Church View Care Home at a time when I could no longer care for him myself and I will be forever grateful to all the staff for that. The staff work extremely hard and clearly care deeply
for all the residents.
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Review from Ann C (Daughter of Resident) published on 10 May 2022 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
There is always a warm welcome from everyone at Church View - with a smile and a friendly word. All staff are very approachable and nothing is ever too much trouble for them.
Church View is a pleasant and homely environment with a lovely calm and relaxed feel - you can see time and care is taken to
keep it clean and well maintained. Dad's room is perfect - a cosy home from home where he feels very comfortable.
We are so reassured and impressed with the high quality of care Dad receives from the Church View team. The hard work and dedication of each team member shines through and their professional approach always feels so personal through their caring, thoughtful and friendly ways. The day-to-day standards and procedures of care are very thorough - and staff have also been proactive in accessing support from other agencies to ensure Dad's needs are fully met.
It's a real treat to see Dad so settled and happy in his surroundings and the lovely relationships he has with the staff - it's more than we could have hoped for. Thank you to the wonderful Church View team!
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Review from Brian H (Brother-in-law of Resident) published on 17 March 2022 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
No problems during his stay of seventeen weeks up to him dying on 10th February 2022.
Well looked after at all times.
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Review from Lily I (Resident) published on 16 March 2022 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
Quite pleasant and get help when needed.
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Review from Gloria H (Resident) published on 16 March 2022 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I am enjoying most things, I like to relax watching television or relaxing when it is quiet.
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Review from Chris P (Son of Resident) published on 17 January 2022 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Not marked activities as no experience due to Covid.
Overall, no issues with the home.
Staff very responsive and helpful.
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Review from Jacqueline A (Daughter of Resident) published on 11 September 2021 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I am so thankful to all the wonderful staff at Church View Care Home who play an important part in taking care of my father, I know my father is looked after by friendly, caring staff who go above and beyond to help make day to day life normal, they are patient and know my dad well, knowing his needs
and making it personal. He is treated with care and dignity at all times. They keep me informed at every level giving me the confidence to know my dad is happy and cared for by the excellent staff. I can never thank them enough for all their care and support they give my father and myself, they are all a credit to Church View.
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Review from C W (Daughter of Resident) published on 10 September 2021 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I have always found the staff helpful and respectful. Management are very professional. Recently my mum needed to be moved into the dementia wing, both deputy manager and manager made this a smooth transition and showed compassion for both Mum and myself as I was very concerned at first but now know
she has settled well in her new room and surroundings. Covid has been very challenging for all and lockdown/limited visits have been upsetting. However, Church View Care Home staff have gone the extra mile to make required adjustments. I feel the home is very well run and the whole staff team work well together.
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Review from Roy R (Son of Resident) published on 19 July 2021 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Despite the care staff having to work in exceptional circumstances during a pandemic, the care and attention given to the residents in Church View are outstanding. The contact between staff and family was maintained at all times. Keeping us informed of every detail.
The personal care, diet and surroundings
were excellent. When visiting was permitted it was carried out in a professional and sympathetic way, allowing privacy when needed.
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Review from Margaret G (Niece of Resident) published on 13 July 2021 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My aunt lived in Church View Home for almost 4 years and was very happy and well looked after in all that time. Towards the end of her life, the staff went the extra mile to make sure they catered for her special needs and treated her with dignity and respect. Communication with myself and Church View
was excellent and I was kept well informed about what was going on. Thank you to all the staff.
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Review from Stuart P (Son of Resident) published on 9 July 2021 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My father became a resident at Church View in December 2020 as such I am unable to comment on anything inside the home as I have never been inside. I can, however, say that without exception of all the staff have been excellent. They are always friendly and happy to help with the supply of information
or help with any suggestions I have for dad. In a very difficult time for them, I have nothing but praise.
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Review from Helena P (Daughter of Resident) published on 18 March 2021 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My mam received care that was extremely good over the four years she was a resident of Church View. After several hospital stays where we thought she wouldn't survive they nursed her back to health. What more can you want from a care home. Being a rather challenging lady, my mum was always treated with
respect and dignity. Her end of life care was very caring and sympathetic.
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Review from Lynn O (Daughter of Resident) published on 22 February 2021 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My mum was very well cared for, bot an easy lady, but the staff took very good care of her.
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Review from J C (Daughter of Resident) published on 30 August 2019 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Fantastic care, a home from home.
Exceptional staff and care, nothing is a problem or too much.
Such a relief as a daughter that the most precious mother is treated with respect, dignity, care and love.
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Review from E N (Daughter of Resident) published on 29 August 2019 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
This care home really does care for its residents and their families. Each resident gets a gift for special occasions and I have witnessed surprise parties that have been organised. There are entertainment events, activities and outings organised for residents who wish to participate. All staff are
friendly and approachable and respond very professionally to both the resident and their families needs.
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Review from Valerie O (Husband of Resident) published on 25 April 2019 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Very happy with everything.
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Review from Barbara R (Daughter of Resident) published on 8 March 2019 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Church View care home is a very well run, well taken care of home. The staff are very caring, pleasant and can't do enough for my Mam and Dad. The entertainment for the elderly residents is excellent, food is very varied, tasty and plenty of it, plus drinks all day long.
Staff are very good at keeping
you up to date about your elderly residents too.
So pleased we chose this lovely home.
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Current Review Score: 9.9 (9.899)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.9 (9.899) out of 10 for Church View is based on a) the Average Rating and b) the number of positive Reviews.

  1. The Average Rating is 4.9 out of 5 from 39 Reviews in the last 24 months.
  2. The score for the number of positive Reviews is 5.0 out of 5 from 38 positive Reviews in the last 24 months.

Detailed Breakdown of Review Score

The maximum Review Score for a Care Home is 10, which is made up from the Average Rating of Reviews (maximum of 5 points) and the Number of Reviews (maximum of 5 points) in the last 24 months:

  1. 5 Points are available for the Average Rating from all Reviews in the last 24 months. The Average Rating of 4.899 for Church View is calculated as follows: ( (428 Excellents x 5) + (29 Goods x 4) + (6 Satisfactorys x 3) + (2 Poors x 2) ) ÷ 465 Ratings = 4.899
  2. 5 Points are available for the number of Positive Reviews in the last 24 months. A Positive Review is defined as any Review with an 'Overall Experience' of '4' or '5' (out of a max rating '5'). The 5 Points relating to the number of positive Reviews for Church View is based on 38 positive Reviews in the last 24 months and is calculated as per below:

    The 5 points available are broken down as follows:

    1. 4 points are available for the first 20 Positive Reviews in the last 24 months; 3 points for the first Positive Review, 0.125 Points for each of the next four Positive Reviews, 0.05 Points for the next five Positive Reviews, and finally 0.025 Points for the next ten Positive Reviews. (1st = 3.000, 2nd = 0.125, 3rd = 0.125, 4th = 0.125, 5th = 0.125, 6th = 0.050, 7th = 0.050, 8th = 0.050, 9th = 0.050, 10th = 0.050, 11th = 0.025, 12th = 0.025, 13th = 0.025, 14th = 0.025, 15th = 0.025, 16th = 0.025, 17th = 0.025, 18th = 0.025, 19th = 0.025, 20th = 0.025) 3 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.05 + 0.05 + 0.05 + 0.05 + 0.05 + 0.025 + 0.025 + 0.025 + 0.025 + 0.025 + 0.025 + 0.025 + 0.025 + 0.025 + 0.025 = 4
    2. 1 point is available for the number of Positive Reviews reaching 20% of the registered maximum number of service users in the last 24 months. If this number is partially reached, then that proportion of 1 point is given. eg a Care Home registered for a maximum of 50 service users has to reach 10 Positive Reviews to receive 1 point, if it has 7 reviews it will receive 0.7 points. 20% of the 42 registered maximum number of service users is 8.4, which has been reached with 38 Positive reviews. Points = 1
  3. When a Review is submitted by someone who has previously submitted a Review, only the latest Review will count towards the Review Score.
  4. If a Care Home does not have a review in the last 24 months, then it will not have a Review Score.

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Amie

Amie Crumbie

Job Title: Home Manager Joined: 2015

I’ve worked at Church View for more than 10 years in different roles. I came from school as a Lifestyle Coordinator, then moved into care, then admin to the Deputy Manager role and now the Home Manager. I’ve gained lots of knowledge about the needs of the residents over this time.


As Home Manager, you need to be friendly and approachable, have good knowledge around care and be able to make decisions in what can be stressful situations. It’s my job to make sure residents are happy, comfortable and all their needs are met.


Spending time with the residents, building relationships with them and seeing their smiles is still my favourite part of my role.


My colleagues make me proud through the hard work and excellent care they provide every day. I was also proud to be named Apprentice of the Year at the Care UK Stars Awards 2022.


If I'm not at work, I’m spending time with my two children.

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