The Lawns Care Home

Ridsdale Street, Darlington, Durham DL1 4EG

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The Lawns Residential Care Home is located close to the famous Darlington railway station, with the clock tower visible from the home, and is also close to local shops.

The Lawns is a purpose built home which provides individual care for each resident, whether short respite care or permanent care.

All 62 single rooms have en-suite facilities, a nurse call system and smoke detectors. There is a lift and full wheelchair access throughout the home.

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Care Provided by The Lawns Care Home

Primary Care Categories

Older Person Care
Dementia
Learning Disability / Autism
Mental Health Condition
Physical Disability
Visual / Hearing Impairment

Length of Stay

Permanent Care
Respite Care

Care Types Provided

Residential Care
Dementia Residential Care
For a maximum of 62 Service Users

Dementia Care Types

Mild Dementia
Moderate Dementia
Advanced/Complex Dementia

Other Care Provided

Parkinson's Disease
Stroke
Palliative / End of Life Care
COPD/Pulmonary Disease
Convalescent Care
Acquired Brain Injury (ABI)

Facilities

Own Furniture if required
Pet Friendly (or by arrangement)
Close to Local shops
Near Public Transport
Lift
Wheelchair Access
Gardens
Residents Kitchenette
Phone Point in own room
Television point in own room
Residents Internet Access

Funding & Fees

Weekly Charges per Person

Type of care	Permanent	Respite
Residential Care	From £1,170	From £1,170
Residential Dementia Care	From £1,225	From £1,225

Contact The Lawns Care Home to confirm what's included and get a personalised quote:

Fees are Fully Inclusive however Podiatry ,Hairdressing & Accompanied GP/Hospital appointments are chargeable extras.

The price(s) shown are provided by the care home. Contact The Lawns Care Home for full pricing details and T&Cs.

Funding Types Accepted

Self-Funding (Private)
Local Authority with Top-up
Local Authority
NHS Continuing Healthcare (CHC)

Tours

Onsite Tours of The Lawns Care HomeUsually available on Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun(between 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM)Showrounds can typically take between 45 mins and 1hr . No appointment is necessary However we do ask that you protect mealtimes typically 8.30am - 9.30 am , 1pm - 1pm and 5pm - 6pm

Good to Know

Group / Owner

Highgate Care Services Ltd
Private Owned

Person in charge

Sharon Dalglish (Home Manager)

Local Authority / Social Services

Admission Information

Ages 65+

Care Home Design/Build

Purpose Built: Yes
Year Purpose Built: -1
Last Refurbishment: 2023
Number of floors: 2

Room Information

Single Rooms (62)

Visiting

All visitors welcome.

Parking

Car Parking available

Regulatory Rating

Care Quality Commission (CQC) Rating

Date: 06 October 2022

Overall
Good

CaringGood
EffectiveGood
ResponsiveGood
SafeRequires improvement
Well-ledGood

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Bed Vacancies

Please contact us for latest vacancies.

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Meet the Team (4)

Sharon DaglishJob Title ManagerJoined 2020

I have worked at the Lawns Care home since November 2020. I started my career in care as a care assistant and have worked up to my current position of Deputy Home Manager, I have gained NVQs 2 and 3 in care, safe handling of medications, moving and handling, team leadership, and first aider.

I live in Spennymoor with my husband. I have three children and three step-children. I am a proud grandma of nine grandchildren.

The thing I like most about working at The Lawns Care Home is I enjoy spending time with and ensuring my residents are safe, clean and tidy. I like knowing that I am helping them to enjoy their retirement years in a comfortable and homely environment as much as possible. My priority at work is my resident's well-being, seeing a resident smile is all the reward I need. Read less

Louise LundJob Title AdministratorJoined 2019

I have worked at The Lawns Care home for coming up to a year and a half. In my previous position I worked for a training company which I was there for 7 years but really fancied a career change into something completely different. I took on the role of the home administrator and must say it’s the best thing I have ever done!

I have 18 year’s experience within Administration and a wealth of knowledge and experience across this area. I have gained Diploma Level 2 Business Administration, NCFE Level 2 certificates in Equality & Diversity, Care & Management of Diabetes, Safeguarding & Prevent.

I live near Bishop Auckland with my husband, son and a goldendoodle dog named Miley who is a massive part of our family.

Any spare time I have, I enjoy spending time with my family and friends, watching TV/films, shopping and walking my dog.

The thing I love most about working at The Lawns is seeing the residents having fun, enjoying themselves and seeing the smiles on their faces which really does make it all worthwhile. Read less

Olivia RichardsonJob Title Senior Care AssistantJoined 2011

My name is Olivia and I have worked at The Lawns care home for 10 years. I love the happy friendly atmosphere here and all the staff and management work together as a team. I go home from work feeling happy that I have helped the residents during this horrible time that everyone is going through. Read less

Gill WheatleyJob Title Senior care assistantJoined 2008

I have worked in care for 37yrs.I have worked in a few homes in the Darlington area, I have also worked in a care home in Middleton St George. I have worked in The Lawns for nearly 13 years. I left to work in another care home but missed the residents and staff, so returned and remained here.
I have NVQ in social care both 2 and 3, I also have training in safeguarding, medication, first aid and many more over the years.
I have four children three boys and one girl. I live in Darlington with my husband Conrad who works for the army. We have four grandchildren two girls two boys. During m my days off I enjoy spending time with my grandchildren.

My priority at work has always been my residents ensuring all residents are happy and well cared for, I get joy from seeing them smile. Read less

Frequently Asked Questions about The Lawns Care Home

How much does The Lawns Care Home cost?

The care home lists weekly fees per person from £1,170 for residential care (respite from £1,170) and from £1,225 for residential dementia care (respite from £1,225). Funding accepted: Self-Funding (Private), Local Authority with Top-up, Local Authority, NHS Continuing Healthcare (CHC).

What types of Care is The Lawns Care Home registered for?

Older Person Care, Dementia, Learning Disability / Autism, Mental Health Condition, Physical Disability, Visual / Hearing Impairment are the registered (by the Care Quality Commission) categories of Care.

How many Rooms does The Lawns Care Home have?

There are 62 Single Rooms.

What are the Facilities & Services at The Lawns Care Home?

Own Furniture if required, Pet Friendly (or by arrangement), Close to Local shops, Near Public Transport, Lift, Wheelchair Access, Gardens, Residents Kitchenette, Phone Point in own room, Television point in own room, Residents Internet Access are some of the Facilities & Services.

How far is The Lawns Care Home to the centre of Darlington?

0.7 mile(s) as the crow flies, distance by road may be significantly further.

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