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A warm welcome awaits at Tenlands Care Home in Ferryhill, County Durham - part of the multi-award-winning Strong Life Care family. Tenlands provides a friendly, inclusive environment where every resident is valued, respected, and supported to live life to the fullest.
The home offers high-quality residential care, dementia care, palliative care, and respite care, all delivered with compassion, dignity, and...
Care Provided by Tenlands Care Home
Primary Care Categories
- Older Person Care
- Dementia
- Physical Disability
- Visual / Hearing Impairment
Length of Stay
- Permanent Care
- Respite Care
Care Types Provided
- Residential Care
- Dementia Residential Care
- For a maximum of 40 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
- Parkinson's Disease
- Stroke
- Palliative / End of Life Care
- COPD/Pulmonary Disease
- Convalescent Care
- 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
- Phone Point in own room
- Television point in own room
- Residents Internet Access
Funding & Fees
Weekly Charges per Person
The price(s) shown are provided by the care home. Contact Tenlands Care Home for full pricing details and T&Cs.
Contact Tenlands 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
- Strong Life Care Ltd
- Private Owned
Person in charge
- Sarah Hall(Home Manager)
Local Authority / Social Services
Admission Information
- Mixed (no single-gender units)
- Ages 45+
Care Home Design/Build
- Purpose Built: Yes
- Year Purpose Built: -1
- Last Refurbishment: 2010
- Number of floors: 2
Room Information
- Single Rooms (40)
- Single Rooms with ensuite Wet Room (2)
Visiting
- Tenlands Care Home do not have specific visiting times, however they ask for visits to be avoided during mealtimes as they adopt a 'protective mealtime policy' to further enhance their residents dining experience and further promote nutritional intake.
Parking
- Tenlands Care Home have a small car park to the rear of their building
Tenlands Care Home Reviews (152)
Tenlands Care Home has a Review Score of 9.7 (9.692) out of 10, based on 11 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Tenlands Care Home has 152 reviews.
I have been resident for four years come this November and am extremely happy and content. All the staff are very nice, always cheerful and helpful.
It was a pleasure to come and visit.
Very friendly atmosphere - very well managed. Home from home. An excellent example of how a home should be run. Very dedicated staff!
Appreciate the levels of communication allowing us to act quickly and in the correct manner.
Thankfully the swift actions of the staff involved led to only a short hospital stay and a speedy recovery.
Always go the extra mile to make my father happy and comfortable.
We couldn't thank you enough for all you have done.
Excellent staff and feel I can ask any questions.
I find Tenlands a very warm and welcoming place. The staff are very kind and make you feel welcome.
Mam saw out her final months in Tenlands Care Home and all the staff were very helpful, kind and courteous always. Nothing was ever a trouble to any of them day or night. In mams final few days there was always two of us stayed overnight myself being one of them and through the day there were people in and out all the time and a trolley with tea's coffee, biscuits and sandwiches were outside the room 24/7. I could not praise everyone enough for all they did for mam and us.
The staff are very caring and the manager is a wonderful caring peson and has a lovely team.
Since my husband's admission we've had a lovely experience all round. A friend who visited commented on the friendly atmosphere. My husband recently took ill and the staff were most prompt in contacting us to make us aware; they were very diligent whilst we waited for an ambulance. Even after his admission to hospital they were helpful and concerned.
I was in Tenlands when he was brought home from hospital and I can only give praise for the way they welcomed and helped him.
I am always treated with dignity.
My relative came here from hospital as an interim discharge package. She has been admitted twice due to a relapse in her physical condition which required re-hospitalisation. Staff quickly detected changes in her condition at this time and actioned attention quickly. Her health has improved significantly with the care and attention she has received here. She has responded well to the kindness and encouragement she has received in the steps she is making towards recovery.
The care and comfort of the residents is their first priority.
The home itself is impeccably clean and fresh and comfortable.
Under the leadership of a very kind, caring head the home system runs so smoothly.
The staff - not a very easy job, carried out without complaint.
Tenlands to me is of a very high standard.
I visited over the Xmas period regularly as Mam was ill. What a fabulous programme of activities open to all. Even those residents who don't come down often were assisted to take part.
Lovely atmosphere - lovely staff!
Very good food and service. Have made some good friends with staff and patients.
Since moving into Tenlands my granny has picked up significantly and her quality of life has improved tenfold. She thoroughly enjoys the daily activities and warmth and kindness of the staff throughout the home. Myself and my family are at ease knowing that my granny is in such capable and loving hands.
Mam was in respite for two weeks. The care and medical attention were excellent.
My mother was recently admitted to Tenlands for respite care. Upon arrival, she was greeted with a royal welcome from the staff. We were shown around the home and found it to be exceptionally clean, comfortable and beautifully presented. The facilities are excellent and the rooms are bright, clean and fresh. The staff are friendly and welcoming which made my mother and our family feel at ease. Since her admission, my mother has received exemplary care. We would like to express our gratitude to all staff at Tenlands for treating our mother with dignity, kindness and respect.
During a recent period of illness, staff at Tenlands have provided exemplary care. Their attention and dedication are marvellous and my aunt has been treated with kindness, dignity and professional courtesy throughout. We are very grateful for all that the staff at Tenlands do.
The staff always make me feel welcome when I visit and I am delighted with the quality of care given. There is also a good variety of entertainment for the residents. I really enjoyed the Elvis show.
Gran is well looked after and happy.
All areas are covered, we are very happy with this service.
Bed Vacancies
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Awards / Recognitions (13)
- 04 Dec 2020Recipient: Strong Life Care Ltd
- 04 Dec 2020Recipient: Strong Life Care Ltd
- 01 Dec 2020Recipient: Strong Life Care Ltd
Accreditations
There are no accreditations posted yet for Tenlands Care Home.
Meet the Team (4)

I started my journey in care when I was 19 years old as a Care Assistant, and from the very beginning, I knew I had found something I was truly passionate about. Supporting people, building trusting relationships, and helping individuals feel safe, valued, and cared for has always been at the heart of everything I do.
Over the years, I have been fortunate to grow and develop within my career, progressing through roles including Senior Carer, Administrator, Residential Lead, Deputy Manager, and now Home Manager. Each role has shaped me both professionally and personally, and strengthened my belief in delivering care that is not only high-quality but also genuinely compassionate and person-centred.
I take great pride in leading teams to provide the best possible support for residents, ensuring their well-being, dignity, and independence are always prioritised. I also value supporting staff to grow in confidence and enjoy their roles, as I believe a happy, supported team creates the best outcomes for those we care for.
I am currently working towards my Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Adult Care, continuing to develop my skills and knowledge so I can keep making a positive difference every day.

With over 20 years of experience in care, I have always been passionate about supporting people to live with dignity, comfort, and independence. I started my journey as a Care Assistant, gaining valuable hands-on experience and building meaningful connections with those I supported.
As I grew in confidence and knowledge, I became a Senior Care Assistant and later progressed to Deputy Manager. These roles have allowed me to support and guide teams, while ensuring high standards of care are always maintained. I take pride in making a positive difference every day, both for the people in my care and the staff I work alongside.

Dorota is an experienced Regional Manager with a strong background in healthcare leadership and operational management, currently overseeing services across Bradford and the North West.
With extensive experience in managing multi-site operations, Dorota works closely with Home Managers to support high standards of care, strong governance, and continuous improvement. Her approach is hands-on, supportive, and focused on enabling teams to deliver safe, compassionate, and person-centred care.
Previously a Home Manager and a qualified General Nurse, Dorota brings a deep understanding of clinical governance, quality assurance, and regulatory compliance. Her leadership journey is underpinned by a Level 5 qualification in Management and Leadership, alongside specialist training in investigations, performance improvement, and project management. Dorota is currently further developing her strategic leadership skills by completing a Level 7 NVQ.
Dorota is passionate about creating positive cultures where staff feel supported, and residents feel valued, safe, and respected. Her key strengths include Infection Prevention and Control, Dementia Care, Healthcare Management, and Service Development, combining clinical expertise with strategic oversight to enhance both resident experience and operational efficiency.
Outside of work, Dorota enjoys photography, travelling, and learning new languages, reflecting her curiosity, creativity, and commitment to continuous learning—qualities she also brings into her professional practice.

I hold a Level 4 NVQ in Business Leadership and Management and take pride in creating an organised, supportive environment for both residents and staff. Whether it’s solving problems, keeping things on track, or just being someone people can rely on, I enjoy being at the heart of the home’s day-to-day operations.
I was also proud to be shortlisted as a regional finalist in the Great British Care Awards, which was a real highlight and recognition of the work I’m so passionate about.
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