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The home features 32 large en-suite bedrooms and six single apartments across three small units. Each unit has its own communal kitchen-dining area, lounge, and quiet room. The home also includes a large central hub with an adapted kitchen, sensory room, therapy room, beauty salon, visitor suite, and...
Laurel Place supports adults living with complex needs arising from dementia, mental health conditions, neuro-disabilities including brain injuries, and physical health conditions.
The home features 32 large en-suite bedrooms and six single apartments across three small units. Each unit has its own communal kitchen-dining area, lounge, and quiet room. The home also includes a large central hub with an adapted kitchen, sensory room, therapy room, beauty salon, visitor suite, and accessible garden areas.
The home also has six single-occupancy apartments which can be used as step-down or step-up placements, suitable for people who require a more individualised environment.
The nurse-led team includes general and mental health Registered Nurses, therapists, and support staff trained in positive behaviour support. The team has experience working with individuals who display behaviours of concern and supporting transitions from higher-acuity settings.
People are encouraged to take part in daily routines and activities that reflect personal interests - whether that's therapeutic baking in the hub kitchen, enjoying arts and crafts, or spending time with family in the garden. Each care plan is co-produced, flexible and built around what matters most to the individual.
Care Provided by Laurel Place
Primary Care Categories
- Dementia
- Mental Health Condition
- Physical Disability
- Visual / Hearing Impairment
- Alcohol / Drug Misuse
- Younger Adults
Length of Stay
- Permanent Care
Care Types Provided
- Nursing Care
- Dementia Nursing Care
- For a maximum of 38 Service Users
Dementia Care Types
- Advanced/Complex Dementia
Other Care Provided
- Parkinson's Disease
- Stroke
- Palliative / End of Life Care
- COPD/Pulmonary Disease
- Bariatric Care/Obesity
- Acquired Brain Injury (ABI)
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
- Residents Kitchenette
- Phone Point in own room
- Television point in own room
- Residents Internet Access
Funding & Fees
Contact Laurel Place 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
- Exemplar Health Care Services Ltd
- Private Owned
Person in charge
- Luke Skelton (Home Manager)
Local Authority / Social Services
Admission Information
- Mixed with male-only unit(s)
- Ages 18+
Care Home Design/Build
- Purpose Built: Yes
- Year Purpose Built: 2025
- Last Refurbishment: 2025
- Number of floors: 3
Room Information
- Single Rooms (38)
- Single Rooms with ensuite Wet Room (38)
Visiting
- The home has an open door policy, welcoming friends and family at all times. If a meeting with the Home Manager is required, please call in advance. Meal times are protected - there will be no answer to phone calls or the door during these times. Please contact the home directly for information on mealtimes.
Parking
- The home has free onsite parking.
Laurel Place Reviews (2)
Laurel Place has a Review Score of 8.0 (8.038) out of 10, based on 2 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Laurel Place has 2 reviews.
Laurel Place is a new building, opened Jan 2025 and is spotlessly clean. The colour scheme is calming and restful. After visiting over a short period of time, it was obvious the staff were the prize asset for the home. Brilliant!
Laurel Place is a new building, opened Jan 2025 and is spotlessly clean. The colour scheme is calming and restful. After visiting over a short period of time, it was obvious the staff were the prize asset for the home. Brilliant!
Thanks so much for your great review. We agree, the home is lovely, and provides a calming and restful atmosphere. We're incredibly proud of our colleagues who work there and make every day better for the people we have in our home.
I have been impressed by the way that my nephew has settled into the accommodation, much of which is due to the time that staff are spending with him. This has been a significant contrast to previous placements, whether its hospital or other supported housing, where he has had to compete to for...
I have been impressed by the way that my nephew has settled into the accommodation, much of which is due to the time that staff are spending with him. This has been a significant contrast to previous placements, whether its hospital or other supported housing, where he has had to compete to for attention and where, at times he's been restricted. I have known him for 35 yeras.
Dear Joy, thank you for taking the time to leave a review. Its great to hear your feedback. Our highly skilled, nurse-led care teams offer an integrated level of support that goes beyond what's typically available in other care settings and specialist units. We're glad to hear that your nephew is now settled into his new home. We'll pass on your kind words to the team!
Bed Vacancies
Please contact us for latest vacancies.
News (23) & Events (0)
- 08 Jul 2026
Exemplar Health Care has launched its latest ‘Service user engagement impact report’, showcasing how residents and families are helping to shape and improve care across its homes. The report highlights...
- 05 May 2026
Exemplar Health Care is incredibly proud of the people who make our homes places where people truly feel cared for. The annual Values Awards are a chance to recognise those...
- 16 Mar 2026
At Exemplar Health Care, supporting people to continue enjoying their hobbies and interests is an important part of daily life. For Richard, this has taken the form of a growing...
There are no upcoming events for Laurel Place.
Awards / Recognitions (1)
- 01 Jul 2024Recipient: Exemplar Health Care Services Ltd
Accreditations
There are no accreditations posted yet for Laurel Place.
Meet the Team (1)

Hi, I’m Luke and I’m the Home Manager at Laurel Place in Bishop Auckland.
Frequently Asked Questions about Laurel Place
What types of Care is Laurel Place registered for?
Dementia, Mental Health Condition, Physical Disability, Visual / Hearing Impairment, Alcohol / Drug Misuse, Younger Adults are the registered (by the Care Quality Commission) categories of Care.
How many Rooms does Laurel Place have?
There are 38 Single Rooms.
What are the Facilities & Services at Laurel Place?
Own Furniture if required, Pet Friendly (or by arrangement), 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 are some of the Facilities & Services.
How far is Laurel Place to the centre of Bishop Auckland?
0.7 mile(s) as the crow flies, distance by road may be significantly further.
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