The Manor House
The Manor House is a residential care home in Barnard Castle, County Durham (DL12 8ET). It holds a CQC rating of Good.
About The Manor House
We are The Manor House Barnard Castle, a residential care home in County Durham. We look after older people, including those living with dementia, and we also support younger adults whose needs suit a residential setting. Respite stays are available. We keep things deliberately homely. People arrive with their own furniture, pictures and habits, and those come first. What time you like to wake, where you want your breakfast, whether you feel sociable today or would rather sit quietly with the paper: those decisions stay with you. A good deal of what makes a day here pleasant is quite ordinary, and we would rather describe it plainly than dress it up. For people living with dementia the useful work is in the detail. Knowing somebody's history and the work they did, recognising early what tends to unsettle them, being willing to go at their pace rather than the rota's. Done properly that prevents a great deal of distress before it starts. We also think a home should stay part of its own town. Barnard Castle is on the doorstep, and we support people to keep up the connections they already have. Our most recent overall rating from the Care Quality Commission is good. Visitors are welcome at any reasonable hour. Please ring us if you would like to look round.
Care provided at The Manor House
- Older person care
- Dementia care
- Younger adults care
- Respite care
- Last CQC inspection: 28 January 2022
Read the full inspection report on the CQC website.
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Common questions about The Manor House
Where is The Manor House located?
The Manor House is a residential care home in Barnard Castle, County Durham, DL12 8ET. You can view its exact location and get directions from the map on this page.
What type of care does The Manor House provide?
The Manor House is registered to provide residential personal care, with support that includes Older person care, Dementia care, Younger adults care, Respite care. The full list of services is shown on this page.
What is The Manor House's CQC rating?
The Manor House is registered with and inspected by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). Its most recent overall rating is Good following its last inspection on 28 January 2022. You can read the full CQC report from the link on this page.
Does The Manor House provide dementia care?
Yes. The Manor House supports people living with dementia. We recommend contacting the home directly to discuss your individual situation.
Does The Manor House offer respite or short-term care?
Yes. The Manor House offers respite and short-term care. Availability changes regularly, so it is best to enquire directly.
Questions families ask about The Manor House
Can Mum or Dad stay here if their dementia gets worse?
Yes. The Manor House Barnard Castle is registered for dementia care, so someone whose needs increase can usually stay rather than move.
Is there a nurse on site if health needs change?
No. The Manor House Barnard Castle is a residential care home without on-site nursing. District nurses and GPs visit, but someone who needs daily nursing may have to move to a nursing home.
Can they try a short stay before deciding?
Yes. Yes. The Manor House Barnard Castle offers respite and short stays, which is a good way to see whether the home is the right fit.
Will they support end of life care, so there is no move at the hardest time?
Ask the home. End of life care is not listed on the register. Ask the manager whether residents can remain in the home with hospice or district nurse support.
Can she bring her cat or dog?
Ask the home. The home has not told us its pet policy yet. Ask directly; some homes allow small pets in residents' rooms or welcome visiting dogs.
Can a couple stay together?
Ask the home. We do not know whether the home has rooms for couples. Ask about shared or adjoining rooms if this matters.
Will the council help pay, or is it self funded only?
Ask the home. The home has not told us which funding it accepts. Most homes take both council funded and self funded residents; ask about council rates and any top up.
Do they take younger adults as well as older people?
Yes. Yes. The Manor House Barnard Castle supports younger adults as well as older people.
Can I visit before deciding, and are there visiting hours?
Ask the home. Every home should welcome a visit. Call to arrange one, ideally at a mealtime or during an activity, and ask about visiting hours for family.
Typical weekly fees in the North East
The Manor House Barnard Castle has not published its fees yet. These are typical weekly fees for the North East, so you know roughly what to expect before you call.
- Residential care: £750 to £1,000 per week per person, typical range
- Dementia care: £850 to £1,100 per week per person, typical range
Indicative figures for the North East, not a quote from The Manor House Barnard Castle. Actual fees depend on the room, the level of care and how it is funded.
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