The Fields Care Home
The Fields Care Home is a residential care home in Bishop Auckland, County Durham (DL14 0HA). It holds a CQC rating of Good.
About The Fields Care Home
We at The Fields Care Home are proud to offer a warm and welcoming residential care home in the heart of Bishop Auckland, County Durham, where older people can enjoy comfortable, person centred care in familiar and friendly surroundings. Nestled within the DL postcode area of Bishop Auckland, our home benefits from the peaceful character of this much loved market town in the North East. Residents and their loved ones can enjoy the calm local atmosphere whilst remaining well connected to the wider community of County Durham. We have created an environment that feels like home, with comfortable communal areas where residents can socialise, relax, or simply enjoy a quiet cup of tea, alongside private spaces for rest and reflection. Our specialism is older person residential care, and everything we do is shaped around the needs, preferences, and life stories of the individuals who live with us. For residents, this means receiving compassionate daily support with personal care, mobility, medication, and the small but meaningful routines that bring comfort to everyday life. For families, it means the reassurance of knowing that a loved one is being looked after by a team who genuinely care, who take time to listen, and who treat every resident with the dignity and respect they deserve. We understand that choosing a care home is one of the most important decisions a family can make, and we work closely with relatives to ensure communication remains open, honest, and supportive at every step. We are pleased to share that The Fields Care Home holds an overall rating of Good from the Care Quality Commission, with Good ratings across all five inspection domains: Safe, Effective, Caring, Responsive, and Well led. This independent recognition reflects our continued commitment to delivering reliable, kind, and well managed care, and it offers families peace of mind that our standards have been thoroughly assessed by the national regulator. If you are exploring residential care options in Bishop Auckland or the wider County Durham area for yourself or someone you love, we warmly invite you to get in touch. Whether you would like to ask a question, arrange a visit, or simply talk through what life at our home could look like, our door is always open, and we would be honoured to welcome you.
Care provided at The Fields Care Home
- Older person care
- Respite care
- Last CQC inspection: 1 November 2018
Read the full inspection report on the CQC website.
Common questions about The Fields Care Home
Where is The Fields Care Home located?
The Fields Care Home is a residential care home in Bishop Auckland, County Durham, DL14 0HA. You can view its exact location and get directions from the map on this page.
What type of care does The Fields Care Home provide?
The Fields Care Home is registered to provide residential personal care, with support that includes Older person care, Respite care. The full list of services is shown on this page.
What is The Fields Care Home's CQC rating?
The Fields Care Home is registered with and inspected by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). Its most recent overall rating is Good following its last inspection on 1 November 2018. You can read the full CQC report from the link on this page.
Does The Fields Care Home offer respite or short-term care?
Yes. The Fields Care Home offers respite and short-term care. Availability changes regularly, so it is best to enquire directly.
Questions families ask about The Fields Care Home
Can Mum or Dad stay here if their dementia gets worse?
No. The Fields Care Home is not listed for dementia care on the CQC register. If dementia is likely, choose a home that is, so a second move is not needed later.
Is there a nurse on site if health needs change?
No. The Fields Care Home 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 Fields Care Home 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?
No. The Fields Care Home is registered for older people. Younger adults are not listed.
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 Fields Care Home 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
Indicative figures for the North East, not a quote from The Fields Care Home. Actual fees depend on the room, the level of care and how it is funded.
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