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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.
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 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
- 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
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.
Contact The Lawns Care 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
- 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
The Lawns Care Home Reviews (98)
The Lawns Care Home has a Review Score of 9.4 (9.422) out of 10, based on 27 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time The Lawns Care Home has 98 reviews.
Make family members very welcome.
Residents always busy with activities and staff members willing to help with any questions family members need asking.
Thank you for your kind words. It's lovely to hear the team's patience with residents and warm welcome to families comes across, and that there's always plenty going on. We'll pass your thanks on to everyone.
The Lawns has a homely feel about it and there is a sense of freedom.
Thank you for taking the time to review our home . Your kind words are greatly appreciated and I will of course pass them on to The Lawns family .
Thank you to all staff for there Hard work.
Thank you for taking the time to review our home . We are delighted at how your friend has settled in and having the opppurtunity to change your opinion on Care Homes . Your kind words are greatly appreciated and I will of course pass them on to The Lawns family.
A well run care home with some excellent staff. Close relationships are formed between staff and residents helping to make the home an enjoyable place to live. Management is responsive to any problems that arise. Activities could be improved with a better activities budget.
Thanks you for taking the time to leave a lovely review. We will pass on the comments regarding activities, we appreciate honest feedback, it helps us improve.
While the staff were very friendly I was disappointed about the fact that I said I would take care of any laundry but this wasn't done. As this was emergency respite (2 weeks only) thing did not get named & unfortunately some thing were lost.
Thank you for taking time to leave a review. We are glad that our staff have been friendly but are sorry for any problems with the laundry service. We do appreciate your honesty, as it helps us improve our service.
My overall experience within the care home on numerous occasions when visiting.. has been satisfactory although certain areas could make improvements.. the staff that I have been in contact with have always been polite & socialable..
Thank you for taking time to leave a review. We appreciate your honesty, as it helps us improve our service. We are glad that our staff have been welcoming.
Unfortunately, upon returning home she acknowledged that she could no longer manage and so chose to return to residential care, wanting to return to The Lawns. Before this could happen there was another fall which required another hospital stay, and discharge to another care home. This experience made her even more determined to be back in The Lawns.
Her room is cosy and comfortable, with the option of personalising her new home. All staff are friendly and responsive to requests; the manager and senior staff are knowledgeable, approachable and understanding of relative's concerns. There have been some "settling in" concerns, but the open door policy operated by the leadership means that, once discussed, these things are addressed immediately.
Good start
Thank you for taking the time to review our home. It was a pleaure to welcome her back and we are delighted at how she has now settled in . Your kind words are greatly appreciated and i will of course share them with The Lawns family .
The care of my uncle has been wonderful. I live in Australia and have entrusted the lawns with his care and I can not fault them at all. I hope to return to the UK later this year and can't wait to extend my thanks for all they do in person. My uncle is very happy in their care.
Thank you for taking the time to review our care home and we are delighted that The Lawns give you peace of mind knowing that he is in great hands . Your kind words are much appreciated and I will of course share them with the team.
My mother is very happy and settled at The Lawns. She has frequently told me how friendly and caring the staff are towards her, and I always get a warm welcome myself when I visit her. The staff are all very patient with the residents, some of whom must be quite demanding. I am very glad that all the worries and concerns she had a few years ago, have now disappeared, because there is always someone present to re-assure her thst everything is fine.
Thank you for taking the time to review our home . It is a pleasure ot care for your Mum and we always look forward to welcoming you into The Lawns . Your kind words are greatly appreciated and I will of course share them with The Lawns family
He thoughly enjoyed his time there and couldn't fault anything
Personly I totally agree
All the staff from management to the tea lady couldn't have looked after him any better
He loved breakfast best eating a full one nearly every day and it was always the first topic when visiting
Apart from his final 2 weeks he was always able to get about himself and the respect shown then was Faultless
A big Thank You to everyone at The Lawns
I will will think of you all for rest of my life
Please accept our sincere condolences for your loss . I know that Dad is soreley missed at the Lawns . Your kind words in recognissing The Lawns team are much appreciated and I will of course share them with the them .
I visit my brother every week and have always been welcomed. My brother likes it at the lawns and says he feels safe their. His room is well kept and his needs are well cared for, including his medication and grooming needs for his hair etc.
Thank you for taking the time to review our home . Your kind words are greatly appreciated and I will of course share them with The Lawns team.
The Manager and staff have been a massive help over the last months and my B-in-law is enjoying being there. He is able to Join in with activities when he feels like it which are wide ranging with different themed events throughout the year where he can have a singalong if he wishes. If you don't want to there are quiet areas to sit and relax or just stay in your own room if you wish. Little trips out are organised for the more able bodied.
Nothing is too much trouble for the Manager and staff and my B-in-law is now a permanent resident, I have seen a massive improvement in his well being despite his illness, Well done all
Thank you fro taking the time to review our home . It is a privilege to care for your brother-in -law and we are delighted at how quickly he settled in . Your kind words are greatly appreciated and I will of course share them with The Lawns family .
Mum is well looked after, happy and relaxed. She has quite advanced dementia and her needs are met with understanding and kindness.
Thank you for taking the time to review our home and choosing The Lawns for Mum's care . Your kind words are greatly appreciated I will of course pass them on to The Lawns family .
There are regular activities for residents to get involved in. These activities stimulate mind and spirit.
ALL staff from manager to cleaners are friendly, caring, respectful and ensure everyone is treated with dignity.
Facilities for residents and their visitors are amazing.
Well behaved pets are allowed to visit and this has helped mam settle in greatly as she has always had pets.
When entering the care home it is like going home to a big family.
Security is good and safety is prime.
I feel reassured that mam is in The Lawns as I know she is getting the care that she needs including social, emotional and mental support that is often overlooked.
Thank you for taking the time to review our home and recognising the great work and amazing care the team at The Lawns provide. Your kind words are greatly appreciated and I will of course pass them on to The Lawns family.
The staff are very professional, and polite and showed nothing but more than love and compassion for my Mother throughout her short stay. Will be forever grateful to everyone.
Thank you for your kind words. We're so glad to hear our team could provide your mother with the love and care she deserved during her stay. Your gratitude means so much to us, and we'll always hold her memory close.
Overall my mother is happy at the home but I feel she needs a bit more stimulation as she always says she is bored. I am not aware of any activities that are done on a regular basis.
Thank you so much for sharing your feedback. We're glad to hear that your mother is happy at the home. We understand how important it is for residents to feel engaged and stimulated, and we offer a variety of daily activities designed to bring enjoyment and connection. While we actively encourage...
My mother has been a resident at The Lawns Care Home for 6 months and the care to date has been very good. The staff all know her by name and understand her condition - the care she receives is beyond anything I could provide. Mum seems content in herself and doesn't want for anything and has never complained about a thing so she seems happy. On the occasions when I have needed to interact with senior carers about anything I have always been well-received and listened to and any issues have been dealt with satisfactorily.
Thank you so much for your kind words and thoughtful review. We're delighted to hear that your mother is content and receiving the care she deserves at The Lawns Care Home. Our team takes pride in getting to know each resident personally, and we're glad that has brought comfort to both you and your...
I have nothing negative to say about the care he is getting and the staff are excellent.
Thank you so much for your kind words! We're thrilled to hear that your brother's experience at The Lawns Care Home has been positive and that our team is providing the care and support he deserves. Your feedback means a lot to us, and we'll continue to do our best to make sure he feels comfortable and well cared for.
My mother has been a resident for the last 8 years and is very happy at the Lawns. We are happy with the care she receives and know that she is well thought of by all and is loved. The staff work hard to provide a safe and happy environment for residents.
Thank you so much for your lovely review! We're so pleased to hear that your mother has been happy at The Lawns over the past 8 years. Knowing that you and your family feel confident in the care she receives means a lot to us. Our team works hard to create a safe, loving, and supportive environment for all our residents, and thank you for your kind words.
My aunt has been here for some time now and really settled well. Staff take time to interact with residents having a conversation and a laugh not just attending to their needs. It is clean and well organised and maintained to a good standard.
Thank you for your kind words. We're so pleased to hear that your aunt has settled in well and is enjoying her time here. It's great to know you appreciate the care, attention, and friendly interactions from our staff. We'll keep up the good work to make The Lawns a welcoming place for all.
Regulatory Rating
Care Quality Commission (CQC) Rating
Date: 06 October 2022Good
- CaringGood
- EffectiveGood
- ResponsiveGood
- SafeRequires improvement
- Well-ledGood
Inspection ratings
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- 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.
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Meet the Team (4)

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.

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.

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.

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.
Frequently Asked Questions about The Lawns Care Home
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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