Lambton House
Lambton House is a residential care home in Houghton Le Spring, County Durham (DH4 6DE). It holds a CQC rating of Good.
About Lambton House
Lambton House is a care home in Houghton le Spring. We provide residential care for older people and younger adults, and we support people living with dementia, people with a physical disability and people with a visual or hearing impairment. Respite stays are available alongside permanent places. Where sight or hearing has failed, a care home can very easily become a confusing and lonely place. So we make a point of the small habits that prevent that: saying who has come into the room, describing what is about to happen rather than assuming it is obvious, keeping belongings exactly where the person expects them, and making sure conversation does not stop simply because it has become harder work. The same practical attitude runs through the rest of what we do. People here decide when to get up, how to spend the day and how much company they want. Rooms belong to the people in them, and visitors come when it suits them. For those living with dementia, familiarity carries most of the weight. Our most recent overall rating from the Care Quality Commission is good. Please come and look round if you are considering care locally, and talk to the people who live here.
Care provided at Lambton House
- Older person care
- Dementia care
- Physical disability support
- Sensory impairment support
- Younger adults care
- Respite care
- Last CQC inspection: 9 July 2022
Read the full inspection report on the CQC website.
Common questions about Lambton House
Where is Lambton House located?
Lambton House is a residential care home in Houghton Le Spring, County Durham, DH4 6DE. You can view its exact location and get directions from the map on this page.
What type of care does Lambton House provide?
Lambton House is registered to provide residential personal care, with support that includes Older person care, Dementia care, Physical disability support, Sensory impairment support, Younger adults care, Respite care. The full list of services is shown on this page.
What is Lambton House's CQC rating?
Lambton House is registered with and inspected by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). Its most recent overall rating is Good following its last inspection on 9 July 2022. You can read the full CQC report from the link on this page.
Does Lambton House provide dementia care?
Yes. Lambton House supports people living with dementia. We recommend contacting the home directly to discuss your individual situation.
Does Lambton House offer respite or short-term care?
Yes. Lambton House offers respite and short-term care. Availability changes regularly, so it is best to enquire directly.
Questions families ask about Lambton House
Can Mum or Dad stay here if their dementia gets worse?
Yes. Lambton House 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. Lambton House 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. Lambton House 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. Lambton House 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
Lambton House 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 Lambton House. Actual fees depend on the room, the level of care and how it is funded.
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