
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 (61)
Barnes Court Care Centre has a Review Score of 9.2 (9.189) out of 10, based on 12 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Barnes Court Care Centre has 61 reviews.
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.
The manager and staff are excellent and thoughtful, always willing to help. Very happy with the level of care given to my mam and other residents.
I cannot speak too highly of Barnes Court Care Centre. The building itself is unremarkable and the rooms could perhaps do with an update but there, the negatives end. The staff are what makes the place tick and they are remarkable. Nothing is too much trouble for them from the cleaning staff right through to the floor managers. I have invariably found them pleasant and professional. They have worked hard to make the resident as comfortable as possible and the food is excellent too.
Friendly staff, feel safe and well cared for. I have everything I need. The staff are happy to do anything for me and they are always popping in to see me and check on me.
The staff are attentive, personal and caring. Warm reception and patient update on arrival. Access to the garden area in the summer for visitors. Would be a nice place to sit and relax outside with patient during visits. Wifi signal is weak and sometimes prohibits usage could have limited contact further during lockdown. Always clean and tidy, friendly staff and resident is happy and all needs catered for. Thank you.
My son is liked very much and the staff are very good with him. My concern is he does not get out much and I think they could be taken out more.
My daughter was in Barnes Court for over 2 years from January 200 19 until July 2021 and was well looked after. She recently returned to Barnes Court after says in hospital. We found she was well looked after and treated with respect by both management and staff and we are glad to see her settled back in.
Although only able to visit once per week for 30 minutes I find the home clean, tidy, the staff are friendly and the management approachable. I'm not there for meals so I can't comment on these. The rooms are basic. At the moment the home does not have anyone full-time for activities and this is a big miss.
My mother was placed in Barnes Court after a short stay in hospital. After a two month stay which included Christmas and New year, she was allowed to return home. I can honestly say that if it wasn’t for the excellent care and attention she received from the staff at Barnes Court she wouldn’t be in the good place she is in now. My mother (91) couldn’t praise the staff and the quality of the food she received highly enough. Her room was maintained to a high standard and the support she received was first class. Abby, Julie, Kate and all carers and support staff on floor 2 are to be commended on their professional approach and I would like to thank them again for the care my mother received.
I enjoy it in this care home. I enjoy doing the activities. The food is very nice. I think it is very comfortable in here and I like my room.
I love living in here as they are very nice people in here. The food is very good, especially the pudding. I like my room, it is very nice.
My mum who has chronic delirium, dementia and Alzheimers has been a resident here for nine weeks now and I am very pleased with the care she is receiving and the care the brilliant staff have shown me. They keep me informed of her wellbeing and act quickly on any concerns that may arise. Mum seems to be enjoying the many activities that are organised, especially singing and the visits of the pet therapy ponies. Keep up the good work and thank you.
I like going out on Wednesdays.
I am happy here.
Good here.
Friendly house.
On bringing Mum to Barnes Court Care home I have seen a happier mother of late. The staff are very good at dealing with Mum's dementia. The activities are well thought out and bring Mum back to her old way of life. She arrives home tired but that is a positive for all of us. The food is good and Mum tends not to leave anything on her plate, another good point. All in all a good decision by us to place her here.
If we ask anything, the information is always available.
Lovely care given to my mam, staff are very friendly.
My Nana has been in this care home for several years. I cannot recommend highly enough. The staff are excellent at what they do. The residents are treated like family. The Activities Coordinator get everyone involved in daily activities. The Manager is very approachable with a friendly down to earth manner.
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
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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.
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