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The Lawns Care Home

Ridsdale Street, Darlington, Durham DL1 4EG
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The Lawns Care Home, Darlington

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.

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 carePermanentRespite
Residential CareFrom £1,170From £1,170
Residential Dementia CareFrom £1,225From £1,225

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

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

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)

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9.4

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.

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Review from P D (Respite Resident) published on 24 November 2022 Submitted via Postal Card
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I have been very satisfied with all the care given and the room was always clean and tidy. I would not hesitate to recommend The Lawns. In spite of the shortage of staff, it was managed well.

Reply from Paul Millar, Marketing Manager at The Lawns Care Home

Dear Patricia, many thanks for taking the time to review our home. It was our pleasure to care for you. For reference, The Lawns is always staffed safely to the residents' needs Your kind words are greatly appreciated and I will of course pass them on to Sharon and The Lawns family.

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Review from N T (Son of Resident) published on 27 June 2022 Submitted via Postal Card
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The home was clean and the staff were very friendly, really good atmosphere. My mam was in a different home but in this one, they have made her feel at home. The food that my mother has is really good and her room is spotless and cleaned daily. She has settled in really well and I am really pleased with her being here.

Reply from Paul Millar, Marketing Manager at The Lawns Care Home

Dear Neil. Many thanks for taking the time to review our home. It is our pleasure to care for your mam and are delighted that she settled in so quickly. Your kind words are greatly appreciated and I will of course pass them on to Sharon and the colleagues at The Lawns.

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Review from Y R (Daughter-in-law of Resident) published on 24 June 2022 Submitted via Postal Card
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Having never visited a care home or had a relative in a care home, this was my first experience. I really did not know what to expect, so was delighted to see that the care home was bright and spacious and that my mother-in-law's room was lovely. the staff are amazing, so helpful and caring and supportive when needed. It is a pleasure to visit the Lawns and know that we will always be welcomed. Now we have peace of mind, knowing my mother-in-law is safe and well cared for. I would definitely recommend this home to anyone needing to put a relative into care, which is never an easy decision.

Reply from Paul Millar, Marketing Manager at The Lawns Care Home

Many thanks for taking the time to review our home. It is our pleasure to care for your mother-in-law and are delighted that you have peace of mind and are happy with the service provided. Your kind words are greatly appreciated and I will of course pass them on to Sharon and the colleagues at The Lawns.

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Review from Debra N (Daughter of Resident) published on 29 May 2022 Submitted via Postal Card
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At the beginning of the year, it was obvious that the home was struggling with staffing and Covid issues. More recently, I have seen a marked improvement in the level of care.

Reply from Paul Millar, Marketing Manager at The Lawns Care Home

Dear Debra, many thanks for taking the time to review our home. All feedback is welcomed and allows us to continually develop our service. Recruitment earlier in the year was an industry-wide problem which we thankfully are now coming out of. Rest assured that the staffing across our homes was...  

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Review from M E (Sister of Resident) published on 6 April 2022 Submitted via Postal Card
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My sister has been made welcome in the home. The carers have been kind and helpful. She has been supported during a very difficult time.

Reply from Paul Millar, Marketing Manager at The Lawns Care Home

Dear Margaret, many thanks for taking the time to review our home. We are delighted that your sister has settled in so well. All feedback is welcomed and allows us to continually develop our service. Your kind words are greatly appreciated and I will of course pass them on to the manager and The Lawns colleagues .

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Review from John K (Son of Resident) published on 21 March 2022 Submitted via Postal Card
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Very happy with the care my dad received in The Lawns. Food, facilities and staff excellent. Would recommend to anyone who wants to stay here.

Reply from Paul Millar, Marketing Manager at The Lawns Care Home

Dear John, many thanks for taking the time to review our home. All feedback is greatly appreciated and allows us to continually develop our service. It is our pleasure to care for your Dad. Your kinds words are greatly appreciated, and I will, of course, pass them on to Sharon and the colleagues at The Lawns.

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Review from H L (Daughter of Resident) published on 4 February 2022 Submitted via Postal Card
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My father was at The Lawns for two years. He was happy and comfortable. The staff gave him the care and companionship he needed. They were all very helpful and gave him the friendship, care and dignity he deserved. The Lawns is light and airy and a comfortable home for residents and visitors.

Reply from Paul Millar, Marketing Manager at The Lawns Care Home

Dear Hazel, many thanks for taking the time to review our care home. It was our absolute pleasure to care for your father and he is still sadly missed. I will, of course, pass on your kind words to Sharon and the team at The Lawns.

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Review from Maggie M (Daughter of Resident) published on 4 January 2022 Submitted via Website
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Mam has been at The Lawns for some years now and during the whole time, I and my brothers have been impressed by the service provided. All the staff are brilliant, being helpful, friendly and caring. We are particularly grateful for their care during the present pandemic, even if that means we are unable to visit, we know Mam is safe and cared for and are able to speak to her on the phone.

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Review from Pat C (Daughter of Resident) published on 13 December 2021 Submitted via Postal Card
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Mam has been in The Lawns for approximately three months. Because of Covid related issues, I have only been able to visit four times, but on each occasion, the atmosphere in the home is always bright and welcoming. The staff are always pleasant in spite of the challenges they face daily. Mams room is always clean and fresh, and she is spoken to in a respectful and curious manner, even though I know there are times she can be quite difficult. I feel the family have been lucky in obtaining Mam a place at The Lawns, and am confident they have her best interests at heart.

Reply from Amanda Rae-Campbell, Manager at The Lawns Care Home

Thank you for your kind words; the staff work hard to ensure each resident feels at home.

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Review from Jorda W (Granddaughter of Resident) published on 25 June 2021 Submitted via Website
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My grandmother is a resident here and she can be a handful at the best of times and the staff are very accommodating and very understanding. My grandma enjoys been at the home, she’s made friends and just likes the staff, she does have her favourite carers though. Couldn’t ask for better people or a better place for my grandma to be.

Reply from Shellene Armstrong, PA at The Lawns Care Home

Many thanks for your feedback and review of The Lawns care home.

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Review from Kerry J (Daughter of Resident) published on 3 June 2021 Submitted via Postal Card
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Mum was moved to EMI residential care in The Lawns and the entire process was extremely positive. The staff are exceptional, professional, and caring. They have been fantastic with Mum and made the move enjoyable for her. The home has a brilliant atmosphere and the rooms are lovely, the food is great. I really can't praise the home enough. Mum has settled very well and has shown a great improvement on very many levels.

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Review from David C (Husband of Resident) published on 10 March 2021 Submitted via Website
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My wife was admitted to the home and is near the end of her life; the staff could not have been more accommodating. They are all a lovely, friendly bunch; she is well looked after. I would highly recommend the home; it always looks clear,n fresh and tidy.

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Review from Sarah H (Daughter of Resident) published on 7 March 2021 Submitted via Postal Card
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As a family, we have been very happy with the care that my father has been given at The Lawns. We are particularly pleased to see the affection with which he is treated by the staff, and it is clear that he is relaxed and happy. Despite his somewhat challenging behaviour at times, the care staff at the home are patient and kind to him.

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Review from Janet B (Daughter of Resident) published on 1 March 2021 Submitted via Postal Card
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My mum has been at this care home for almost a year. We chose it because of the lovely decor and friendliness of the staff. All the staff work well together and are always willing to help, including housekeeping and other departments. Unfortunately, because of the pandemic, we have not been able to visit my mum properly. This has been very difficult for my mum and also us, her family. The Lawns have done the best they can with garden visits in summer and window visits in colder weather. In normal circumstances, my experience would be excellent.

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Review from Julie H (Daughter of Resident) published on 10 February 2021 Submitted via Postal Card
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The last year has been very difficult with no visiting allowed, I totally understand, and as my father has advance dementia, for once, it has been easier, as, he doesn't comprehend what is happening. We have seen him in the garden in the summer where the staff were so caring with him giving him biscuits and a cup of tea so he would remain seated for longer. I contact the home every week and get an update on him and how he is doing. They have sent me photos of him, which has been so lovely for us. My mother loved the Christmas care from The Lawns with a photo of my father on the front, such a thoughtful act.

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Review from Stephen P (Son of Resident) published on 9 February 2021 Submitted via Postal Card
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The staff at The Lawns are all very caring. My mother and the residents are well cared for, especially in these terrible times.

Reply from Amanda Rae-Campbell, Manager at The Lawns Care Home

Thank you so much for your kind words, the staff work very hard to take care of the residents, and we know it is not easy for families at these times.

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Review from Yvonne R (Daughter-in-law of Resident) published on 9 February 2021 Submitted via Postal Card
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We have always found the staff to be very helpful, friendly and professional. We are happy in the knowledge that she is getting taken good care of.

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Review from Jackie H (Daughter of Resident) published on 9 February 2021 Submitted via Postal Card
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Very happy with the care my mum receives at The Lawn, they are all so kind.

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Review from Kevin B (Son of Resident) published on 9 February 2021 Submitted via Postal Card
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During the last year, due to Covid, we have been unable to enter the property, but we have been informed of happenings within when they have arrived. We have been able to observe at times through the window, and I can tell that my mother is looking well, happy and very well cared for.

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Review from J S (Husband of Resident) published on 24 December 2019 Submitted via Postal Card
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One can only speak highly of The Lawns, the management and staff.

If ever needed, I will most certainly stay at The Lawns as they are very caring and can only fully recommend. A 5* care home.

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Date: 06 October 2022
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  • EffectiveGood
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  • SafeRequires improvement
  • Well-ledGood
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Meet the Team (4)

Sharon Daglish
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.

Louise Lund
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.

Olivia Richardson
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.

Gill Wheatley
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.

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