Care Homes in County Durham

There are 247 care homes in County Durham. These include residential care homes, nursing homes, and specialist dementia and respite care facilities.

Care homes in England are regulated and inspected by the Care Quality Commission (CQC), which rates homes as Outstanding, Good, Requires Improvement, or Inadequate. Each YourCareHome listing shows the latest CQC rating where available.

Care homes in County Durham typically offer residential care, nursing care, dementia care, and respite care. Use the filters on this page to narrow down by the type of care required.

When choosing a care home in County Durham, consider the regulatory rating, type of care, location, staff-to-resident ratios, activities, and cost. We recommend shortlisting homes, visiting in person, and reading the full inspection report. YourCareHome lets you compare homes, read reviews, and contact them directly from each listing.

Care home fees in County Durham vary depending on the type and level of care, room size, the individual home, and the region. Funding assistance may be available through your local authority (means-tested) or NHS Continuing Healthcare (CHC) for those with complex medical needs. Contact individual homes directly for current pricing.