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A beautiful home in the heart of Easington Colliery, it’s the team which makes Birchwood Court special. The home has a warm family feel, with many of the staff having been there for over 10 years.
They are devoted to enriching the lives of their residents and supporting them to do the things they love. There are so many trips organised, from riding on the beach buggies and enjoying fish...
Care Provided by Birchwood Court Residential Care Home
Primary Care Categories
- Older Person Care
- Dementia
Length of Stay
- Permanent Care
- Respite Care
Care Types Provided
- Residential Care
- Dementia Residential Care
- For a maximum of 43 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
Other Care Provided
- Palliative / End of Life Care
- Convalescent 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
- Phone Point in own room
- Television point in own room
- Residents Internet Access
Funding & Fees
Weekly Charges per Person
Our weekly fees are individual to each of our residents and are subject to a pre-admission assessment, which is required to understand the level of care and support needed. Our 2026 weekly care fees for residential care start from £1231 but may be in the region of 30% more*. This depends on your care needs and the type of bedroom that is right for you, from our standard rooms through to our premium bedroom options.
*If you require more specialist care such as 1-2-1 support, your weekly fee could be higher.
The price(s) shown are provided by the care home. Contact Birchwood Court Residential Care Home for full pricing details and T&Cs.
Contact Birchwood Court Residential 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
- Sanctuary Care Ltd
- Voluntary / Not for Profit Owned
Person in charge
- Liam Williams (Manager)
Local Authority / Social Services
Admission Information
- Ages 65+
Care Home Design/Build
- Purpose Built: Yes
- Year Purpose Built: -1
Room Information
- Single Rooms (43)
Visiting
- Visitors are welcome at any time.
Parking
- Private car parking available.
Birchwood Court Residential Care Home Reviews (70)
Birchwood Court Residential Care Home has a Review Score of 9.7 (9.697) out of 10, based on 20 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Birchwood Court Residential Care Home has 70 reviews.
Excellent service, lovely, friendly staff.
Thank you for your five-star review, the team at Birchwood Court will be delighted.
Staff are exceptional with their support and their medical intervention and support of family.
Thank you for your review for Birchwood Court, the team are certainly passionate about supporting loved ones as well as their residents.
Lovely care home, at Easter there were lots of Easter eggs for the residents, colouring in, photo’s taken with big blown-up bunnies, and Easter cards made with the photos and sent to the families on an Easter card it was beautiful. The staff are lovely and welcoming and always there to talk to.
Thank you for your review of Birchwood Court, the team certainly knows how to celebrate these special events in style!
Before my mother came to Birchwood Court Residential Care Home, she had been in another home, not a good experience. Birchwood Court is excellent, from staff to rooms to cleanliness, all above and beyond. Management is so helpful, nothing is a problem. My mam is much happier, her health (legs) is getting the attention she needs. It's peace of mind to us, as family, knowing she is settled and happy.
Thank you for your review for Birchwood Court, the team will be delighted to hear your comments. We are so pleased you have such peace of mind, your mother is certainly in great hands there.
My sister has now been a resident at Birchwood Court for the last three years. My niece and I visit her at least twice a week and in that time, I have found Birchwood to be a really good care home and residents are treated with respect and dignity. Personally speaking, I cannot praise the staff and management enough for all their hard work, support and dedication. I know my sister appreciates their help and has a good rapport with them. I think the staff there are wonderful and are always prepared to listen to any concerns you may have.
Lovely place with caring staff, and nothing is too much of a bother for them. They're always happy to help. Mam is happy and well cared for and feels safe here.
The staff provide excellent care and support, treating the residents with dignity and allowing independence as much as possible. The staff are friendly and professional, deal with medical emergencies quickly contacting the medial team and informing family members. The rooms are very clean and there are different activities available.
My sincere appreciation and God bless you all.
Any issues raised are resolved quickly, any queries are answered, or they will get back to you ASAP.
Very good care home, and would recommend.
Very happy with the care my wife receives.
We are so happy and have peace of mind that my mum has the best care at Birchwood Court Residential Care Home. We cannot fault the staff, management and especially, senior staff with their professional care, kindness and unfailing compassion. My mum has been enjoying all of the activities which is endless, they have been doing so much exciting things daily, it's just amazing. When you enter Birchwood Court, the atmosphere is calm, homely and a very happy one. The rooms are kept spotless, everywhere is clean and tidy. Thank you all for making my mum so happy. She loves you all as I do.
Staff always friendly and helpful.
Wonderful staff and can't do enough for me, pleasant and caring. If I ask for anything they go out of their way to provide it. Brilliant atmosphere. Have a lot of activities to cater for us all. can't fault the staff or the home.
As a family, we are very happy with the high standard of care my mum receives from this lovely care home. Even due to the very challenging times, because of Covid restrictions. All the staff go above and beyond to ensure all residents are well taken care of and are happy keeping relatives informed at all times.
The staff are very helpful and I feel my husband is in safe hands and being well looked after. The staff are very pleasant and answer the queries I have regarding my husband.
Thank you for your review - it is wonderful to hear you have peace of mind with your husband being in our care at Birchwood Court Residential Care Home. It is so appreciated. Best wishes, Fae
Staff are always helpful polite and pleasant. They look after my mother's needs completely I have been able to relax knowing she is well looked after.
Thank you so much for your kind words about our care and team - it is wonderful to hear you have complete peace of mind with your mother being in our care at Birchwood Court. Best wishes, Fae
Very happy with the care my mother is receiving. The staff are very caring and compassionate.
Thank you so much for taking the time to review Birchwood Court and your kind words about our team and the care your mother is receiving. Best wishes, Fae
Staff and everything they do with the home is first class. A big thanks to everyone.
Thank you so much for your kind words about our home and team - it is so appreciated. Best wishes, Fae
The staff work very hard at Birchwood, however, I feel sometimes more focus needed on residents personal care ie, teeth cleaning, hand/nail care and change of clothes. My mother needs prompting and assistance, and I don't think carers are given enough time to do this. During the lockdown, activities have been so important for mental stimulation. I think more staff could have been used for providing the activities, especially weekends when the coordinator is off. Again, not the staff's fault.
My aunt has been a resident at Birchwood Court for ten months now following being discharged from hospital. In that time issues regarding my aunt's health and wellbeing have been addressed and I am happy to see my aunt has gained weight. It is nice to hear that my aunt is joining in with some of the activities. Staff are friendly, provide excellent care and support and are willing to answer any questions or concerns.
Regulatory Rating
Care Quality Commission (CQC) Rating
Date: 08 September 2022Good
- 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 (10)
- 30 Jan 2026Recipient: Sanctuary Care Ltd
- 31 Jan 2025Recipient: Sanctuary Care Ltd
- 31 Jan 2024Recipient: Sanctuary Care Ltd
Accreditations
There are no accreditations posted yet for Birchwood Court Residential Care Home.
Meet the Team (5)

I started my career in care in 2014 as an activities coordinator, progressing my way to home manager, where I am today. I thoroughly enjoy working in our sanctuary care homes and enriching the lives of those we care for.

I have worked here for 5 years I like making a difference, seeing the residents loving living their lives here and supporting them.

I have worked at Birchwood Court for three years love working here because of the staff and the residents are so friendly.

This is such a nice home the residents are lovely.

I feel honoured to work at such a beautiful home and I love working with my residents and my great colleagues.
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