
The carers, nursing and management staff are all very friendly, compassionate and professionalMalcolm M(Resident / Service User)

staff are very caring and attentive and it's a comfort to know nursing staff are at hand 24 hours.J H(Brother of Resident/Service User)

the staff are still great. They are warm, friendly and nothing is too much trouble.H W(Daughter of Resident/Service User)

The carers, nursing and management staff are all very friendly, compassionate and professionalMalcolm M(Resident / Service User)

staff are very caring and attentive and it's a comfort to know nursing staff are at hand 24 hours.J H(Brother of Resident/Service User)

the staff are still great. They are warm, friendly and nothing is too much trouble.H W(Daughter of Resident/Service User)

Welcome to Barnes Court.
Located in High Barnes close to Barnes Park and the Royal Hospital in Sunderland, Barnes Court is located on Wycliffe Road close to Barnes Junior and Infant School with onsite car parking and offers residential, EMI residential, nursing and young people with disabilities care. For visitors who are not driving take the 2 or 2A Black Cats Bus, 78 Coast and Country or 700 Sunderland Connect to...
Care Provided by Barnes Court Care Centre
Primary Care Categories
- Older Person Care
- Dementia
- Learning Disability / Autism
- Mental Health Condition
- Physical Disability
- Visual / Hearing Impairment
- Eating Disorders
- Alcohol / Drug Misuse
- Younger Adults
Length of Stay
- Permanent Care
- Respite Care
Care Types Provided
- Residential Care
- Nursing Care
- Dementia Residential Care
- Dementia Nursing Care
- For a maximum of 89 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
- Acquired Brain Injury (ABI)
- Day 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
- Bar/Café
- Residents Kitchenette
- Phone Point in own room
- Television point in own room
Funding & Fees
Weekly Charges per Person
Prices are subject to an individual care needs assessment and the type of room and services chosen. Please contact us for further information.
The price(s) shown are provided by the care home. Contact Barnes Court Care Centre for full pricing details and T&Cs.
Contact Barnes Court Care Centre 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)
Support you may be entitled to
- If you chose a care home based in England, you may be eligible for NHS Funded Nursing Care (FNC), which helps cover the cost of nursing. This is worth £267.68 per week and is usually paid directly to the care home.
Good to Know
Group / Owner
- Maria Mallaband Care Group Ltd
- Private Owned
Person in charge
- Lindsey Cheyne(Home Manager)
Local Authority / Social Services
Admission Information
- Ages 18+
Care Home Design/Build
- Purpose Built: Yes
Room Information
- Single Rooms (89)
- Single Rooms with ensuite Wet Room (8)
Visiting
- Visitors are welcome at any time.
Parking
- A care park is available to the rear of the home with ample street parking outside of the front of the home.
Barnes Court Care Centre Reviews (59)
Barnes Court Care Centre has a Review Score of 8.9 (8.854) out of 10, based on 9 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Barnes Court Care Centre has 59 reviews.
great manager of this home really helpful and caring. Staff are very friendly.
Thank you for the lovely review of Barnes Court. We try our very best to make sure our residents are safe, respected and listened to. As part of our holistic approach we try to include the families and loved ones of the people that live with us, in all aspects of daily life to achieve the best possible outcomes for everyone.
I love where my room is situated, management is great, staff are willing to help.
Thank you so much for the lovely review of Barnes Court. It is our privilege to care for you, and we are so glad you are happy staying here. The team will be pleased to hear your kind words about them supporting your independence.
The staff are caring and attentive. I appreciate that they acknowledge and respond to my mother's interests and wishes. Any requests (/and repairs) are dealt with quickly and efficiently. I also like that I can tell there is always an effort to improve things in the care home rather than simply maintain the status quo. Overall, I am impressed with Barnes Court Care Centre and recommend it when people ask about the place.
Thank you so much for the review and the kind feedback. We aim to continually improve as a service and as a team to ensure our residents are given the best care, their families feel welcome and supported.
We were worried about how he would settle, as he is very active and needs constant stimulation, but the staff have been absolutely brilliant with him. Before moving in, he rarely ate full meals and refused to shower. Within days, he was eating three full meals a day and showering regularly, which shows the experience and dedication of the team.
We were also concerned about losing contact, but we're encouraged to call anytime and we always receive detailed updates from all members of staff we speak to, which is very reassuring. We know he is safe, cared for, and in the best hands.
I cannot recommend Barnes Court's management and staff enough!
Thank you for your kind review, its always are main priority to ensure the health and happiness of our residents and to help make the transision as smooth as possible for their loved ones.
My mother has been in residence for just over 1yrs there were several issues early on. I now feel very comfortable with her situation. The home is now a pleasant, comfortable and moreover safe place that is the closest to home as its ever been. The staff and management are approachable and responsive and care now seems to be the main thing.
Thank you so much for your recent review, we are working extremely hard as a team to ensure the care and environment is the best for the people who live in Barnes court, kind regards Lindsey and the team.
Lovely facility, my father is always well cared for, clean, well fed and happy. Staff are amazing with him and I take comfort knowing he is safe, well cared for and valued. Some amenities could do with updating and more cleaning staff would help. Better external facilities would benefit visits some redecoration has started but not completed.
Thank you so much for your kind and thoughtful review. We're so pleased to hear that your father is always well cared for, and that you and your family take comfort in knowing he is safe, well looked after, and valued. Your comments about our amazing team will mean a lot to them - they take great...
The carers, nursing and management staff are all very friendly, compassionate and professional making me feel very welcome. Accomodation is comfortable and the food is delicious. I would recommend the care home to those who need care.
Thank you so much for your kind review, we are happy to hear that you feel very welcome and enjoy all our meals, we will pass this on to all of our team who will be very pleased with your comments
When my husband first arrived he wanted to stay in bed all day but the staff have gradually got him up and integrated with other residents in the lounge and now he really enjoys it.
Overall the home has a welcoming and positive atmosphere and I would definitely recommend it.
Thank you so much for your kind review, we are happy to hear that you and your Husband have had a great experience with us at Barnes Court so far. We will pass your lovely words on to the wider team.
Overall, very happy with the home and care my mother is receiving. All staff are very attentive and caring, and my mother is very happy in her surroundings. She has a good, spacious room and is very well fed. The home is very clean and tidy, and all my mother's needs are well catered for.
Thank you for leaving such a lovely review, we are glad your Mother is happy in our home, and will pass your comments on to the team as this is much appreciated.
Basic care is ok, it's the small things that get missed, i.e. false teeth not in, no glasses on, hair brushed, teeth not cleaned. Often short-staffed, so care is unable to be given to the standard the staff want to.
Thank you for taking the time to leave a review. We appreciate your feedback and will pass this on to the team.
Always someone around if there are any questions. My aunty is there on a temporary basis until decisions are made but currently, she is quite happy there.
My sister was admitted to Barnes Court Care Centre following a spell in hospital. It was the first time she had stayed away from the family home alone. Due to her mental and physical disabilities, it was very difficult to start trusting others to understand her very special needs. Over a year down the line, my sister is thriving at Barnes Court. She interacts with all the staff and other residents and seems to enjoy her days there. The staff are very caring and attentive and it's a comfort to know nursing staff are at hand 24 hours. Knowing that my sister is settled and happy and in good care is a huge relief.
She always looks clean and tidy which I found difficult to do. Her communication with others has also improved as she had very little stimulation on a day-to-day basis. I would recommend Barnes Court 100%.
After visiting my husband every other day since he settled in at Barnes Court Care Centre on 27th February 2024, I feel confident enough to give my opinion of the care system to residents at Barnes Court. I am pleased at the way my husband has settled here and am happy at the way food and activities are handled. The staff are all very respectful and warm-hearted to the residents. I would certainly recommend this care home to anyone needing the support they can give.
Nearly 4 years later, the staff are still great. They are warm, friendly and nothing is too much trouble. From the domestics, admin, nurses and manager, they are all approachable.
The nurses have consoled me a few times, when I have been upset after some difficult visits with my mam, which I appreciated.
My mam is always clean and presentable and it puts her family's minds at rest knowing she is safe, well and secure.
I know I will be contacted if she is poorly etc., and will be kept informed of her progress if I am asked not to visit for a few days.
I have had nothing but help and care since I have lived at Barnes Court Care Centre. If I haven't been happy with something it is quickly resolved with new management.
My friend has settled in since early February 2024. Good positive atmosphere from the word go. All staff are helpful and I find them friendly and professional. My friend is adjusting to his situation in a fairly positive manner which is helped by all the staff he comes into contact with. Barnes Court has a welcoming atmosphere with good security and positive communication both face-to-face and over the telephone.
I'm not one who normally posts reviews, however, I feel I need to on this occasion. My father has complex needs and I was very worried about his needs being met and being treated with respect and dignity. I have to praise every single member of staff from the manager, nursing staff, caregivers, kitchen and laundry staff and last but not least, the cleaning staff. I find every single one friendly, open and honest, open to listening to any concerns. There's nothing too small that is not taken seriously and addressed. They show genuine empathy and make the home feel like a home for the residents and the families of the residents when visiting. I would highly recommend Barnes Court.
I personally feel that the resident's rooms and the communal areas are in dire need of redecorating and modernising.
The staff are excellent. Mother is well cared for, and we have no concerns about her care, safety and well-being. The overall decor in the home could do with some updating, but this is not a priority for us, the level of care is, and that is excellent.
Regulatory Rating
Care Quality Commission (CQC) Rating
Date: 21 October 2025Good
- 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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Awards / Recognitions (3)
- 28 Feb 2019Recipient: Maria Mallaband Care Group Ltd
- 01 Apr 2017Recipient: Maria Mallaband Care Group Ltd
- 15 Feb 2016Recipient: Maria Mallaband Care Group Ltd
Accreditations
There are no accreditations posted yet for Barnes Court Care Centre.
Meet the Team (1)

Hi, my name is Sue Clark and I am the Deputy Manager at Barnes Court.
I have worked for the company for almost 10 years, starting as a Care Assistant, progressing to Care Practitioner and then given the opportunity to progress even further with company support to train as a Nursing Associate at Teesside University. After completing the course I graduated in 2022 and continued as a Registered Nursing Associate, then was offered the job as Deputy Manager in January 2024 which I accepted and continue to be in post, enjoying the day to day running of Barnes Court, the challenges and the positive moments which make my career path worthwhile.
Frequently Asked Questions about Barnes Court Care Centre
What types of Care is Barnes Court Care Centre registered for?
Older Person Care, Dementia, Learning Disability / Autism, Mental Health Condition, Physical Disability, Visual / Hearing Impairment, Eating Disorders, Alcohol / Drug Misuse, Younger Adults are the registered (by the Care Quality Commission) categories of Care.
How many Rooms does Barnes Court Care Centre have?
There are 89 Single Rooms.
What are the Facilities & Services at Barnes Court Care Centre?
Own Furniture if required, Pet Friendly (or by arrangement), Close to Local shops, Near Public Transport, Minibus or other transport, Lift, Wheelchair Access, Gardens, Bar/Café, Residents Kitchenette, Phone Point in own room, Television point in own room are some of the Facilities & Services.
How far is Barnes Court Care Centre to the centre of Sunderland?
1.4 mile(s) as the crow flies, distance by road may be significantly further.
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