The DurhamGate

Durham Gate, Spennymoor DL16 6GF
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9.9 34 Reviews
  • The DurhamGate, Spennymoor
The DurhamGate in Spennymoor offers permanent residential care, dementia support, short-term respite services and palliative care.

Professional staff provide continuous assistance tailored to individual requirements within a modern and comfortable setting.

Amenities include a cinema lounge, café space and on-site salon, while bedrooms are furnished with private en-suite bathrooms.

Situated in County Durham, the home combines landscaped gardens with a dynamic activities schedule.
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Care Provided by The DurhamGate

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 66 Service Users

Dementia Care Types

  • Mild Dementia
  • Moderate Dementia

Other Care Provided

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

Facilities

  • Own Furniture if required
  • Pet Friendly (or by arrangement)
  • Smoking not permitted
  • Close to Local shops
  • Near Public Transport
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair Access
  • Gardens
  • Bar/Café
  • Residents Kitchenette
  • Phone Point in own room
  • Television point in own room
  • Residents Internet Access

Funding & Fees What's included?

Weekly Charges per Person

  • Self-Funded Residential Care: from £1295
  • Self-Funded Residential Dementia Care: from £1295
  • RESPITE Self-Funded Residential Care: from £1395
  • RESPITE Self-Funded Residential Dementia Care: from £1395

Fees are subject to a pre-admission needs assessment which is required to fully understand the level of
care and support required by each individual. Premium rooms normally require an additional charge.


What’s included?
• All care and support including a monthly review of care plans
• All meals, snacks and drinks freshly prepared every day by our chef
• In-house café with homemade cakes, and a variety of speciality teas and coffees
• Use of in-house cinema
• Access to landscaped gardens
• Activities and lifestyle programme
• All utilities and other accommodation costs
• Housekeeping and laundry services
• WiFi internet access


Please note, the weekly fee does not include hairdressing, chiropody or other healthcare visits or
appointments not covered by the NHS, toiletries, newspapers or magazines, any over the counter
medications that a GP wouldn’t normally prescribe such as paracetamol and indigestion relief, and any
other privately arranged healthcare. Should you require an escort to hospital appointments, we may apply
an agreed hourly charge for this service.

These prices are only a guideline, please contact The DurhamGate to find out the exact price for your requirements.

Contact The DurhamGate 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)

Contact The DurhamGate to confirm what's included and get a personalised quote:

Good to Know

Group/Owner

Person in Charge

  • Andrew Long (Owner)

Local Authority / Social Services

Admission Information

  • Ages 65+

Care Home Design/Build

  • Purpose Built: Yes
  • Year Purpose Built: 2023
  • Number of floors: 3

Room Information

  • Single Rooms (66)
  • Single Rooms with Ensuite Wet Room (66)

Parking

  • Full parking on site and 2 electric car charging points.

The DurhamGate Reviews (34)

9.9

The DurhamGate has a Review Score of 9.9 (9.945) out of 10, based on 26 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time The DurhamGate has 34 reviews.

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Review from Mike R (Son of Resident) published on 23 February 2026 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My mum was made to feel welcome at Durham Gate. The whole team were excellent in every way. We were reassured at the start that they would be able to manage her end of life care in the home . This was demonstrated perfectly when the time came and my mum was cared for with dignity and respect right to
the end. I would have no hesitation in recommending Durham Gate.
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Review from Elizabeth E (Daughter of Resident) published on 23 July 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
When Mum came out of hospital we needed a stop gap to get her stronger and ready for home and Durham Gate were able to provide that. She had a beautiful room, with home comforts, lovely food, and the space to be her. The nursing staff were discreet with her medical needs, her appointments were arranged
and attended with staff when I wasn't available, and she felt comfortable during her last couple of months. Thank you all for the dignity and friendship you afforded her. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend Durham Gate to anyone else in the same situation. It's a home from home.
Reply from Andrew Long, Owner at The DurhamGateHello and many thanks indeed for your kind words in relation to the description of care of your Mum. We appreciate that she was sadly only with us a short time but we enjoyed being able to help both your Mum and the family during this time. Thank you very much for taking the time to write with your review, which is always helpful to ourselves as provider and our wonderful staffing team. Kind words always give positive encouragement. Thank you once again.
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Review from Alison P (Daughter of Resident) published on 1 May 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My father spent two periods of respite care here and subsequently moved in permanently at the beginning of April 2025. Durham Gate is a wonderful care home. The facilities are bright and contemporary, the atmosphere is welcoming, inclusive and engaging but most importantly the staff are all wonderful.
Nothing seems too much trouble for them. They are kind and caring and take the time to get to know residents individually and respond to their needs on a personalised basis. The staff make a wonderful team and everyone from the manager and the receptionist to the housekeeper and the handyman and including all the lovely care staff, everyone is welcoming and makes you feel included and at home. Inevitably Dad had concerns and reservations about moving permanently into a care home, and feared the loss of his independence, but staff were truly understanding of this and showed him great respect including respect for his privacy. We couldn't have wished for a better place for Dad.
Reply from Andrew Long, Owner at The DurhamGateHello A; Thank you very much indeed for taking the time to write this review and provide feedback to our home and the staffing team. We were privileged to look after your father at this crucial time for you and your family and are most grateful that you have written so positively about all in our staffing team. As sensitive as it is when someone has passed, our staff will be very much encouraged by your testimonial to continue to deliver high quality care to all that come to The DurhamGate.
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Review from Ruth R (Partner of Resident) published on 8 April 2025 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
DurhamGate is the best care home I have come across. My partner is safe, well cared for and any issues such as a new medical condition are promptly dealt with. The staff are caring and efficient. The atmosphere is lively - unlike any other care home I have visited. Food tasty and diets catered for.
The social events organised are top rate. It does not smell. Laundry and cleaning all excellent. A real home from home.
Reply from Andrew Long, Owner at The DurhamGateHello R. We thoroughly enjoy having your partner with us at The DurhamGate. He is a most pleasant gentleman and frequently adds to the ambience of the home with his intelligent curiosity and interesting conversation. Your review is of value to us in all aspects and the commentary always enables the team to evaluate and reflect on any elements that can be improved.
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Review from H B (Respite Resident) published on 8 April 2025 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Made to feel part of a welcoming and caring family. Dignity and empathy shown at all times to myself and other residents. Feeling of loneliness and worry of ongoing life massively reduced.
Reply from Andrew Long, Owner at The DurhamGateHello H. It was an absolute pleasure to look after you recently, and we are delighted to see you returning so soon as a permanent resident adding to our wonderful and growing community.. The staff thoroughly enjoy having you and will be suitably encouraged by your review, to continue to provide exceptional care in our outstanding facilities.
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Review from Stephen A (Stepson of Resident) published on 5 March 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I have been very impressed with Durham Gate care home. The facilities are excellent but most impressive is how helpful and friendly the staff are.
Reply from Andrew Long, Owner at The DurhamGateStephen, thank you very much for that review. We are pleased to have the privilege to look after your your step mother at this time of her life. We agree with you that your step mother's ability to participate with activities is restricted by her condition but having discussed this with you, believe that there are some recreational activities that we can focus upon with M, that play to her past history and passions. However good the testimonials are, we are always keen to see if there are areas where we can go further. We are pleased that she continues to enjoy her food and the quality of catering.
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Review from Olive S (Respite Resident) published on 24 January 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I've been ill in hospital - my medical needs were met, it was the continuous noise and hustle and bustle of a very busy mainstream hospital that I couldn't take. I urgently needed some peace, quiet and respite care. I was most fortunate that my husband was able to have me discharged and taken to The
DurhamGate. I just about crawled into The DurhamGate's pampering, secure, beautifully clean space - a warm and caring environment. I had my own room, a comfortable bed, a lock on my door and a lovely bathroom- all to myself. 6 days later I walked out, able to go home, where I needed to be
- not totally better - I'd a long way to go to be fighting fit - but I was revived, equipped to continue the healing process at home, with the help of my family and my own doctor. I shall always be grateful to the kind staff for their loving and caring support. A big THANK YOU to you all.
Reply from Andrew Long, Owner at The DurhamGateOlive, it was an absolute pleasure to be of help. Your most caring and concerned husband called on the weekend between Christmas and New Year and there was no doubt in our minds that the urgency and sincerity of his request needed our quick response. Having welcomed you into the DurhamGate on the Sunday, we were and are delighted that your stay helped to restore you before going home. Our staff team will be most heartened by your message and you know that if we can ever be of service to you in the future, we will be most pleased to help. Please come and visit us for coffee anytime.
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Review from Ann P (Daughter of Resident) published on 30 December 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Dad moved to Durhamgate for residential dementia care in September 2024 from another care home and I couldn't be more impressed with the care and comfort he receives. The staff are great, the atmosphere is so welcoming for residents and their friends and family... all Dad's friends have commented on
how much they feel welcome when they visit. Dad settled here much quicker than his previous home and is clearly well cared for. The calendar of events is brilliant. One of the main reasons for choosing DurhamGate was the promise of a stimulating programme for residents and they do not disappoint.
Reply from Andrew Long, Owner at The DurhamGateGood afternoon Ann. Thank you so much for tendering this review. The feedback is excellent for the manager and the rest of the team; particularly how welcome your Dad's friends feel and the activities program. All that said, your Dad is a bright, cheerful and pleasant man, who brings a smile to all who stop and have a natter with him. Thank you once again. Kind regards.
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Review from Trina P (Relative of Resident) published on 11 December 2024 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My mum moved into The DurhamGate five weeks ago and the experience couldn't have been better for her as a new resident and family members when visiting. I would have no hesitation in recommend The DurhamGate.
Reply from Andrew Long, Owner at The DurhamGateHi Trina, Many thanks for your testimonial. Your Mum is a pleasure to look after and has settled in well. She is always smartly dressed, enjoys her food and we are trying to keep up with a steady supply of Kit Kats! The staff team will be very pleased to hear of your support. It is always a welcome boost. Kind regards
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Review from N M (Daughter of Resident) published on 17 October 2024 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My mother has been here for 7 months after initially coming in for respite, and is now a permanent resident. DurhamGate has met all of her needs and she is very happy there. Everything is excellent from the decor, comfort, care, food and facilities etc. Staff are very quick to attend and reply to buzzers
within seconds. They have a fantastic attitude towards all residents and are very caring. She feels very cared for, very happy, and very safe here.
Reply from Andrew Long, Owner at The DurhamGateWe are absolutely delighted to receive your review and we really enjoy looking after your Mum. She is a real character, brightens the place wherever she is in the home and loves exchanging banter with our general manager, as you know! Your review will mean a lot to the whole team at DurhamGate and thank you once again for taking the time to do this. Best wishes.
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Review from Pearl B (Respite Resident) published on 21 August 2024 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
This has been my second stay for respite care. I can only say The DurhamGate Care Home is as good on this occasion as it was on my first stay and I will be happy to spend further visits for respite care. The care home fulfils the description in its advertising.
Reply from Andrew Long, Owner at The DurhamGateHello, lovely to hear from you again after your second stay at The DurhamGate. All the feedback is hugely valuable to the team and we look forward to having you back to stay with us again in October.
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Review from A S (Respite Resident) assisted by family/friend published on 8 August 2024 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
The DurhamGate is an outstanding facility that meets the individual needs of its clients. All staff showed professionalism, care and compassion of the highest standards. All care facilities should aim to meet DurhamGate standards. I would highly recommend this care home to prospective clients.
Reply from Andrew Long, Owner at The DurhamGateHello A; Thank you so very much for taking the time to compile and send this review. We were delighted to be able to look after you for your short-term respite recently and knowing your views and comments is always a huge boost to the whole care team. We would love to see you again! Best wishes.
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Review from D W (Resident) assisted by family/friend published on 19 July 2024 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Since arriving at DurhamGate my experience has been extremely positive. The quality of care from everyone is exceptional and is consistently maintained. I am thoroughly enjoying the companionship, activities and events. My independence is promoted and respected. Always a helping hand if I need it.
Reply from Andrew Long, Owner at The DurhamGateDear Sir, you are indeed a Gentleman! Thank you so much for taking the time to write this and send it off. The manager and the whole of the staff team will be so pleased to receive this from you. Lively conversation and witty banter abound and we are so pleased that you are enjoying the lived experience as one of the founder members of The DurhamGate Care Home community.
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Review from A W (Daughter of Resident) published on 4 July 2024 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
What a wonderful care home, every member of staff cares about the residents, lovely food, modern but very comfortable, lots of activities for the residents. All aspects of care taken care of; hairdressers, dentists, eye exam, all done in what is home to the residents and familiar for those with dementia.
Happily recommend DurhamGate.
Reply from Andrew Long, Owner at The DurhamGateHello and thank you! Straight to the point and wholeheartedly accurate! As endorsed by your Dad, in his humorous resident survey submission! The staff team will be over the moon with your review, they thoroughly enjoy looking after your Dad and we are very happy to be able to make a difference in his and indeed your lives. Thank you for taking the time to submit this review.
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Review from Anita R (Cousin of Resident) published on 21 June 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
This review is on behalf of our relative, he passed away March 20th after being a resident in this beautiful care home for 8 weeks. It was every staff member that fulfilled his dying wishes. He was given 3/4 weeks to live and lasted 8 weeks due to all these marvellous people. We would all like to say
a huge thank you as his family and friends for allowing us all to bid him farewell in your beautiful home. The food was superb, as was everything else. He would of been so proud, he loved them all very much. Thank you so much.
Reply from Andrew Long, Owner at The DurhamGateHi and thank you so very much for taking the time to write and submit this review. Looking after your cousin was a real privilege and I can genuinely say that he was a warm, stoic gentleman who retained his sense of humour to the end. It was an honour to host the wake at The DurhamGate. We are delighted that you all still visit the home and come and see other residents with which you have become friends. This is a real boost and the whole team will be uplifted to read this.
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Review from H T (Daughter of Resident) published on 17 June 2024 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
On entering DurhamGate, you are presented with a very calm, well designed and professional service. The surroundings are carefully decorated and well maintained to a high standard. Apart from the superb setting, the care my mam received was second to none. She was treated with respect, dignity and love.
Her respite went smoothly and I felt she was safe and being cared for well. All the staff are professional, caring and approachable. Buzzers were answered quickly and issues dealt with promptly. You have restored my faith in the care system.
Reply from Andrew Long, Owner at The DurhamGateThank you for this lovely review. The whole staff team at The DurhamGate will appreciate the feedback and will be very heartened that we have restored your faith in the care system. Long may that continue. Your mum settled well and responded to the attention and hospitality. We were glad to be of help and of course, would love to see your Mum again in the future.
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Review from Marion R (Daughter of Resident) published on 14 June 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I am thoroughly impressed with the exceptional standards maintained by the DurhamGate Care Home. The environment is warm and inviting, creating a homely atmosphere that is both comfortable and secure for all residents. The quality of care provided by the staff is outstanding. Each member of the team
demonstrates remarkable dedication, professionalism, and compassion, ensuring everyone's needs are catered for with empathy and respect. The care home is beautifully decorated and furnished. Everywhere is clean and well-maintained, reflecting a commitment to providing a safe and hygienic living space. The facilities available are top-notch, offering a wide range of activities and amenities that promote both physical and mental well-being. The bedrooms and ensuite facilities are superb. The gardens and common areas are beautifully kept, providing an ideal environment for relaxation and socialization. Overall, The DurhamGate excels in creating a nurturing and supportive atmosphere.
Reply from Andrew Long, Owner at The DurhamGateHello Marion, Thank you very much indeed for this review; the whole team at DurhamGate will be thrilled with this glowing response and I am sure will spur them on to continue to provide the highest standards of care at the home for your Mum and all of our other residents. Your mum is a delight to look after and everyone is well versed in her daily routine of breakfast first and then out for coffee with you. Nice to have a coffee shop so close! Thank you. It is a privilege for us to serve.
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Review from Mary L (Next of Kin) published on 14 June 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Adore DurhamGate Care Home is an absolute game changer for older people who require quality care and support.
I would like to provide some very positive feedback on behalf of my parents who reside at Adore Care Home, DurhamGate, Spennymoor.
My parents have received exceptional care from all staff
who work within this care facility.
The management style from all staff, creates a positive caring culture, that clearly has an impact on the quality of care provided, giving residents a feeling of self-worth, dignity and respect, that can clearly be seen.
My parents are experiencing, inclusion, socialisation, and have made many friends through meal times, activities and events that are offered each day.
I would highly recommend this care facility and believe this should be the standard and benchmark for other care homes to learn and implement good practices in those that are failing so badly.
My parents are thriving and regard DurhamGate as their forever home. Thank you all so much.
Reply from Andrew Long, Owner at The DurhamGateMany thanks indeed for taking the time to provide this review and the content which our team will find uplifting and helpful. Your Mother and Father have quickly fitted in as popular new residents to The DurhamGate community bringing great conversation, charm and wit to an already convivial atmosphere. It is a great pleasure to have not one now but two married couples living with us, building great friendship groups and enjoying all the facilities and hospitality.
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Review from S O (Respite Resident) published on 28 May 2024 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I came to the home following a knee operation to get physio and time to recover from an operation. The home itself is now well designed and beautifully decorated and clean and comfortable. The staff are pleasant and efficient and friendly and always willing to help. I enjoyed being with them. They were
able to laugh at themselves and others. They kept to rules about drugs which on occasions were irksome but I suppose were necessary. All in all, a pleasant visit.
Reply from Andrew Long, Owner at The DurhamGateHello. Thank you so much for this valuable feedback. It was an absolute pleasure to have you stay with us. We enjoyed your insight, wit and intelligence. We hope that we have helped in your recovery and we would of course be delighted to welcome you back once you have had the next knee done! Your comments are a valuable insight into the day-to-day workings of a modern, luxury care home and will be well received by our staff team.
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Review from Heather A (Granddaughter of Resident) published on 14 May 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My nana is currently on Durham Gate for a four week respite. It is a wonderful home, the best I've ever been in. The staff are very caring and supportive and nothing's ever a problem. As soon as you walk in you feel the caring atmosphere that is present throughout.
Thank you so much for showing so
much compassion while looking after my nana.
Reply from Andrew Long, Owner at The DurhamGateWe are absolutely delighted to have the opportunity to look after your nana, who is a pleasure to have around and is enjoying hearing about family adventures abroad! I appreciate that you tend to pop in during the evenings and perhaps don't get a direct sense of activities. Our activity manager who has herself recently completed a sky-dive, is driving some excellent activities into the home; so if you do get the chance to visit earlier that would be great! The staff team will be very pleased to have your feedback as it is always a boost to morale. Thank you very much for taking the time to do this.
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Current Review Score: 9.9 (9.945)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.9 (9.945) out of 10 for The DurhamGate is based on a) the Average Rating and b) the number of positive Reviews.

  1. The Average Rating is 4.9 out of 5 from 26 Reviews in the last 24 months.
  2. The score for the number of positive Reviews is 5.0 out of 5 from 26 positive Reviews in the last 24 months.

Detailed Breakdown of Review Score

The maximum Review Score for a Care Home is 10, which is made up from the Average Rating of Reviews (maximum of 5 points) and the Number of Reviews (maximum of 5 points) in the last 24 months:

  1. 5 Points are available for the Average Rating from all Reviews in the last 24 months. The Average Rating of 4.945 for The DurhamGate is calculated as follows: ( (296 Excellents x 5) + (11 Goods x 4) + (3 Satisfactorys x 3) ) ÷ 310 Ratings = 4.945
  2. 5 Points are available for the number of Positive Reviews in the last 24 months. A Positive Review is defined as any Review with an 'Overall Experience' of '4' or '5' (out of a max rating '5'). The 5 Points relating to the number of positive Reviews for The DurhamGate is based on 26 positive Reviews in the last 24 months and is calculated as per below:

    The 5 points available are broken down as follows:

    1. 4 points are available for the first 20 Positive Reviews in the last 24 months; 3 points for the first Positive Review, 0.125 Points for each of the next four Positive Reviews, 0.05 Points for the next five Positive Reviews, and finally 0.025 Points for the next ten Positive Reviews. (1st = 3.000, 2nd = 0.125, 3rd = 0.125, 4th = 0.125, 5th = 0.125, 6th = 0.050, 7th = 0.050, 8th = 0.050, 9th = 0.050, 10th = 0.050, 11th = 0.025, 12th = 0.025, 13th = 0.025, 14th = 0.025, 15th = 0.025, 16th = 0.025, 17th = 0.025, 18th = 0.025, 19th = 0.025, 20th = 0.025) 3 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.05 + 0.05 + 0.05 + 0.05 + 0.05 + 0.025 + 0.025 + 0.025 + 0.025 + 0.025 + 0.025 + 0.025 + 0.025 + 0.025 + 0.025 = 4
    2. 1 point is available for the number of Positive Reviews reaching 20% of the registered maximum number of service users in the last 24 months. If this number is partially reached, then that proportion of 1 point is given. eg a Care Home registered for a maximum of 50 service users has to reach 10 Positive Reviews to receive 1 point, if it has 7 reviews it will receive 0.7 points. 20% of the 66 registered maximum number of service users is 13.2, which has been reached with 26 Positive reviews. Points = 1
  3. When a Review is submitted by someone who has previously submitted a Review, only the latest Review will count towards the Review Score.
  4. If a Care Home does not have a review in the last 24 months, then it will not have a Review Score.

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Karen Johnson

Job Title: Home Manager Joined: 2023

I have over 30 years of experience working within the care industry. Starting as a care assistant, I was promoted to gain my first care home manager's role at the young age of 23. After relocating to Australia for three years, I have returned to the care management role and have successfully commissioned four care homes. Within the same organisation, I then worked as an Operations Manager supporting the group homes. Due to the sale of the business, I have returned to the management role and upheld an Outstanding rating by the Care Quality Commission. I am committed to providing the residents with the best possible person-centred care. 

Frequently Asked Questions about The DurhamGate

What types of Care is The DurhamGate registered for?

Older Person Care, Dementia, Physical Disability & Visual / Hearing Impairment are the registered (by the Care Quality Commission) categories of Care.

How many Rooms does The DurhamGate have?

There are 66 Single Rooms.

What are the Facilities & Services at The DurhamGate?

Own Furniture if required, Pet Friendly (or by arrangement), Smoking not permitted, Close to Local shops, Near Public Transport, Lift, Wheelchair Access, Gardens, Bar/Café, Residents Kitchenette, Phone Point in own room, Television point in own room & Residents Internet Access are some of the Facilities & Services.

How far is The DurhamGate to the centre of Spennymoor?

1.6 mile(s) as the crow flies, distance by road may be significantly further.

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