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Barchester Hundens Park Care Home

Hundens Lane, Darlington, Durham DL1 1JF
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Barchester Hundens Park Care Home, Darlington

Hundens Park Care Centre makes the most of pleasant grounds and a versatile interior to provide top quality nursing and residential care, with professionals available round-the-clock and also skilled in care and support for physical disabilities and dementia.

A committed team work hard to ensure that all provision is tailored to the individual, while allowing them to make the most of a relaxed and homely atmosphere.

All staff are carefully chosen and...  

Care Provided by Barchester Hundens Park Care Home

Primary Care Categories

  • Older Person Care
  • Dementia
  • Mental Health Condition
  • Physical Disability
  • Visual / Hearing Impairment

Length of Stay

  • Permanent Care
  • Respite Care

Care Types Provided

  • Nursing Care
  • Dementia Nursing Care
  • For a maximum of 49 Service Users

Dementia Care Types

  • Mild Dementia
  • Moderate Dementia
  • Advanced/Complex Dementia

Other Care Provided

  • Parkinson's Disease
  • Stroke
  • Palliative / End of Life Care

Facilities

  • Own Furniture if required
  • Close to Local shops
  • Near Public Transport
  • Minibus or other 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
Nursing CareFrom £974N/A

This Weekly Fee rate is an indication only of a typical standard fee rate for a resident living in a standard, comfortable room. A final Weekly Fee rate will be confirmed once we have carried out a pre-admission needs assessment, which is required to fully understand the level of care and support required by each individual and to ensure that the care needs of the individual can be met by the Home.

Contact Barchester Hundens Park 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)

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

Person in charge

  • Ana Trifasi(Senior General Manager)

Local Authority / Social Services

Admission Information

  • Mixed (no single-gender units)
  • Ages 40+

Care Home Design/Build

  • Purpose Built: Yes

Room Information

  • Single Rooms (49)

Barchester Hundens Park Care Home Reviews (60)

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9.9

Barchester Hundens Park Care Home has a Review Score of 9.9 (9.881) out of 10, based on 24 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time Barchester Hundens Park Care Home has 60 reviews.

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Review from Nicola G (Wife of Resident) published on 5 August 2020 Submitted via Website
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I cannot even begin to praise the staff of Hundens Park. Their commitment to the care of my husband has exceeded my expectation beyond my imagination and knighthoods would not even cover the support, care and consideration of all residents and families of residents they look after.

Keep on doing what you are doing, you are all amazing.

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Review from Janice W (Daughter of Resident) published on 8 July 2020 Submitted via Website
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Mum was a resident for 2 years, and during that time she was treated with respect and dignity, in a loving, caring, professional way. The surroundings were perfect for my mum's needs, and as Mum could at times be challenging, it never ceased to amaze me the patience showed towards her. During my mum's last weeks over this lockdown period, I have felt confident and reassured that Mum received the best possible care. I would just like to say a huge thank you to everyone.

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Review from Julie D T (Granddaughter of Resident) published on 25 June 2020 Submitted via Website
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Hundens Park Barchester Care Home in Darlington looked after my nana for just over three years.
All I can say is she was looked after so well by very caring staff who became like friends and looked after us as a family too when we visited her.

We as a family miss Nana so much, but I have to say miss all the staff too. Highly recommended.

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Review from Lynne J (Daughter of Resident) published on 13 December 2019 Submitted via Website
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My mother and father were both residents needing 24 hour care.
Myself and my brother cannot praise staff at Hundens highly enough.
Not only was the medical care second to none, all aspects of Mam and Dad's wellbeing was considered.
Empathy shone through in such a genuine manner.
All staff were amazing, in the four weeks Mam and Dad were there, staff had really taken great care to understand and deal with their needs.
Mam and Dad sadly passed away in less than 24 hours of each other, it was expected but we were kept informed throughout with enough information to be there when they passed away.
The whole team were faultless in their work. Thank you one and all. Your care of our parents meant so much to us.

We would recommend this compassionate and professional care home to anyone.

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Review from Colin H (Son of Resident) published on 12 August 2019 Submitted via Website
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I was very impressed with the level of care my mother received. Unfortunately she was only in the home for 2 weeks before she died. She was great with kindness and respect. She received first rate care. Someone even sat with her all night before she passed. The gardens are beautiful, my Mam really enjoyed the gardens. I was not sure about a nursing home for Mam but once the decision was made we knew we had made the right choice. Thank you.

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Review from Sarah J (Granddaughter of Resident) published on 24 April 2019 Submitted via Postal Card
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My grandad has settled into the home really well. As a family, we feel that all of his care needs are being met effectively and efficiently by all care staff.
The care home have been a great support for my nana and showed understanding and empathy when she comes to see my grandad on a daily basis.

Overall we are happy as a family with the care that is being given.

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Review from Melanie B (Sister of Resident) published on 15 January 2019 Submitted via Website
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My sister was admitted to the care home in December 2018. My sister passed away after only been a resident for 7 days. During those 7 days, my sister was treated with the utmost compassionate care by every single member of staff. The staff treated all the family with the same compassion, nothing was too much trouble for them and we are a big family, visitors were constant those 7 days. We were always made to feel at home, coffee and biscuits were constantly provided along with tissues and kind words when we cried, we cried a lot.
All the family feel blessed that my sister passed away in such lovely surroundings and we would without hesitation recommend this lovely care home to anyone who asks.

I wish to express my personal thanks to everyone single member of staff, it is a fabulous team, they should be very proud of themselves.

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Review from Amanda D (Regular Volunteer) published on 22 November 2018 Submitted via Website
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We were lucky enough to visit the care home with a small group of children from Darlington College Child Care Centre. We were made to feel very welcome, with the staff ensuring the children felt comfortable and informed regarding what happened at the home. We were given a guided tour explaining to the children the extensive activities some of the residents were able to enjoy. The home is beautiful with lovely gardens and an amazing team caring for the residents with compassion and dignity. Thank you for allowing us to visit and we are looking forward to coming back at Christmas time when we can hopefully sing some Christmas songs for you all.

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Review from Ruth B (Daughter of Resident) published on 8 August 2018 Submitted via Website
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Putting a parent into a care home is a very difficult decision, lots of guilt and sadness, so I am pleased to be able to say that the decision to choose Hundens Park was the right one. From the moment Mum arrived she has been treated with nothing but dignity and respect. Whilst the facilities are fine the biggest asset that the home has is its staff. They are kind, respectful and trustworthy. Nothing is too much trouble and their care and compassion extends to us as a family. Thank you.

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Review from L S (Husband of Resident) published on 2 August 2018 Submitted via Postal Card
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Care is generally good.
Car parking can often be a problem when training days are being held (frequently).
There is space to extend the car park - currently, the staff probably occupy 80% of existing space.
Sometimes it's difficult to find a member of staff on arrival.

The recent new manager has made a big improvement to the home.

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Review from B C (Wife of Resident) published on 30 July 2018 Submitted via Postal Card
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I have found that my husband has been very well looked after by all members of staff.

The home has a very homely atmosphere and is very friendly when visiting, I have no complaints at all and would recommend this home to anyone.

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Review from Denise H (Daughter-in-law of Resident) published on 26 June 2018 Submitted via Website
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Words cannot express the gratitude and appreciation l feel for the unquestionable loving care and support given to my mum in law at all times throughout her stay.

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Review from Sandra S (Daughter of Resident) published on 28 April 2017 Submitted via Website
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Met the Manager and Staff in February 2017 when my mum was first transferred to the home. Visiting from the USA, I was back home to make sure my mum was placed comfortably in a new care home. I cannot begin to speak more highly of the management and staff at this home. They have gone the extra mile to make sure my mum is cared for. Relatives and friends visit weekly and send me news on her care and it is the best I could hope for - being so far away I do rely on their reports, but to add to this I can contact my mum via Face time and I am so pleased that the manager has arranged this. This place is the best and everyone who works there should be proud!

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Review from B T (Sister of Resident) published on 3 February 2017 Submitted via Postal Card
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Couldn't fault the place, absolutely fantastic. The staff are all lovely.

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Review from Dina C (Friend of Resident) published on 16 January 2017 Submitted via Website
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Outstanding care, staff, management and home, I couldn't summarise our experience better. I have working knowledge of the care home industry and was so pleased Hundens Park could cater for our beloved friend and his wife during what would be their final journey together.

The care, attention and dignity our friend received was outstanding. The manager and his team are a complete credit to the home and industry - I wish every provider could see the standard of care and attention that is provided at Hundens, and use this as the benchmark for all homes.

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Review from R P (Friend of Resident) published on 4 May 2016 Submitted via Postal Card
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First and lasting impression of a home offering and providing honest care to clients and families. Staff approachable, friendly and caring, environment warm and welcoming. Very nice well done to the manager and staff. Thank you.

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Review from Kevin S (Resident / Service User) published on 4 May 2016 Submitted via Postal Card
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The staff are first class as nothing is a trouble to them. They are very caring and respect the privacy of patients. Whatever you want, they try their best to provide. All very caring people.

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Review from Terry L (Son of Resident) published on 19 February 2016 Submitted via Postal Card
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First class home and service.

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Review from R L (Wife of Resident) published on 14 January 2016 Submitted via Postal Card
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Having already experienced dementia care elsewhere your service is superior in all activities associated to providing a dignified and caring service, also across the catering provided for residents.

Every member of staff demonstrates a high quality and caring service, ever mindful of the individuals preferences and limitations. This is also extended to visitors with an open and friendly manner. Where incidents occur, information and action is taken directly, provided to the appropriate person. An area for improvement is to provide some interactive activities where residents are involved eg. armchair exercises.

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Review from Jane H (Daughter of Resident) published on 14 January 2016 Submitted via Postal Card
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My mam loves it here now, she has dementia so at first she wanted to go home, but the staff were so patient and helpful. We had all her things put in her room, even the internet, T.V on the wall. They helped her settle in, cut her nails and painted them, talked to her, gave her help even when she did not know she needed it, like changing her, washing her face, giving her lots of drinks. She loves the food.

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Regulatory Rating

Care Quality Commission (CQC) Rating

Date: 23 March 2021
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  • EffectiveGood
  • ResponsiveGood
  • SafeGood
  • Well-ledRequires improvement
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News (16) & Events (0)

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  • 20 Jul 2026

    Where do we even begin? What an absolutely incredible day! There was no better way to kick off our celebrations than with a fantastic performance from our favourite visiting entertainer,...

  • 20 Jul 2026

    We were delighted to welcome our second Wag & Co therapy dog, Rico, along with his wonderful and chatty owner, Ian. Rico brought plenty of smiles as he visited all...

  • 20 Jul 2026

    Residents and staff enjoyed delicious, freshly blended milkshakes made with strawberries, bananas, and a fresh mixed berry blend. These refreshing milkshakes were a wonderful way to stay cool and hydrated,...

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Meet the Team (9)

Ana Trifasi
Ana TrifasiJob Title:Senior General ManagerJoined: 2010

Ana is our Senior General Manager here at Hundens Park and looks forward to welcoming you into our home.

She qualified as a General Adult Nurse in 2007 and joined the home in 2010. Ana’s first role at Hundens Park was a Care Assistant and progressed through various roles including Registered Nurse, Clinical Lead, Deputy Manager, General Manager and Senior General Manager. Ana is very passionate about palliative care and is one of our three Palliative Care Champions at Hundens Park.

Laura
Laura Job Title:Home AdministratorJoined: 2024

Laura works as the Home Administrator at Hundens Park. Laura has worked in finance and administration for the last 15 years and has now come to join our Barchester team.

She has also previously worked in a care role in Dementia and complex care.

Duncan
Duncan Job Title:Head of MaintenanceJoined: 2023

Duncan is our Head of Maintenance at Hundens Park. He has worked in maintenance roles within care home services for the last 8 years. Before this, he worked as an Engineer at Nissan for 15 years. Duncan also works as our Health and Safety Champion, ensuring all measures are met to maintain the safety and security of our residents and staff.

Michaela
Michaela Job Title:Registered NurseJoined: 2020

Michaela is one of our wonderful Nurses here at Hundens Park. Michaela qualified as a Registered Mental Health Nurse 10 years ago and has spent the last 4 years of her Nursing career at Hundens Park. Michaela works across our complex care units, ensuring that our residents receive an exceptional standard of care.

Katie
Katie Job Title:Senior Care AssistantJoined: 2014

Katie works as Senior Care Assistant at Hundens Park on our General Nursing Unit. She ensures the smooth running of the unit and exceptional care delivery is maintained. Katie has worked at Hundens Park for 10 years, having gained her NVQ 3 Health and Social Care qualification during her time here. Katie is also our Speak Up Champion for the home.

The Speak Up Champion role ensures we create a culture where everyone feels safe and supported to speak up about any concerns they may have, and Katie ensures she supports this by being a voice for all at Hundens Park.

Jessica
Jessica Job Title:Care AssistantJoined: 2014

Jess has worked at Hundens Park for the last 10 years in the role of Care Assistant, supporting residents in our General Nursing Unit. Jess is also our Wellbeing Champion here at Hundens Park. The Well-Being Champion is able to signpost and support their colleagues with maintaining their physical and mental wellbeing, whilst promoting a positive working environment.

Caitlyn
Caitlyn Job Title:Care AssistantJoined: 2021

Caitlyn works as a Care Assistant in our complex care units. Caitlyn has trained within Barchester to become a Dementia Champion. Dementia Champions ensures that our staff are equipped with the knowledge to be able to provide the best quality care possible to our residents. This is by ensuring staff have the skills required around types of Dementia and the effects Dementia can have on a person, and by understanding residents’ individual needs.

Samsan
Samsan Job Title:Care AssistantJoined: 2023

Samsan works as a Care Assistant in our complex care units.

He joined the team in 2023 and has built some great relationships with both residents and staff members.

Samsan is a reliable and dedicated member of the team. He always has a smile on his face.

Chloe
Chloe Job Title:Activity CoordinatorJoined: 2025

Chloe is the Head of our activities department. She has worked here at Hundens Park since April 2025. Chloe studied Childhood and Early Years Studies at University whilst working part-time as a care assistant. It was during this time that she discovered her true passion lies in working with the elderly generation. Chloe has been part of activities teams since 2021, and couldn’t imagine doing anything else. ‘I love organising big events, animal visits, visiting entertainers, and everything in between.

No day is the same, which I love. As much as the big, fun events are great, I equally enjoy all the little moments in between. Meaningful conversations and 1:1 sessions are a big part of my role too.

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