St Barbara's
St Barbara's is a residential care home in Newton Aycliffe, County Durham (DL5 4AN). It holds a CQC rating of Good.
About St Barbara's
St Barbara's is a residential care home in Newton Aycliffe supporting adults with learning disabilities. This is the home of the people who live in it, and we try to behave like people who are there to help rather than people who are in charge. People arrange their own rooms, take part in the shopping and cooking as much as they want to, and decide how their days are spent. We support people to get out to work, to college, to clubs, to appointments and to see family, because a home is somewhere you go out from and come back to. Support is individual and agreed with the person. Some here need a great deal of help and others very little, and both are entirely normal. We put real weight on communication, using speech, signing, symbols, objects of reference or simply the understanding that grows from living alongside somebody for years, since without that choice is a word rather than a fact. Short respite stays are available alongside permanent places, which can give a family carer a break or let somebody try the house first. Our most recent rating from the Care Quality Commission is good. Please contact us if you would like to come and see it.
Care provided at St Barbara's
- Learning disability and autism support
- Respite care
- Last CQC inspection: 15 July 2023
Read the full inspection report on the CQC website.
Common questions about St Barbara's
Where is St Barbara's located?
St Barbara's is a residential care home in Newton Aycliffe, County Durham, DL5 4AN. You can view its exact location and get directions from the map on this page.
What type of care does St Barbara's provide?
St Barbara's is registered to provide residential personal care, with support that includes Learning disability and autism support, Respite care. The full list of services is shown on this page.
What is St Barbara's's CQC rating?
St Barbara's is registered with and inspected by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). Its most recent overall rating is Good following its last inspection on 15 July 2023. You can read the full CQC report from the link on this page.
Does St Barbara's offer respite or short-term care?
Yes. St Barbara's offers respite and short-term care. Availability changes regularly, so it is best to enquire directly.
Questions families ask about St Barbara's
Can Mum or Dad stay here if their dementia gets worse?
No. St Barbara's 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. St Barbara's 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. St Barbara's 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?
Ask the home. The register does not say which age groups the home supports. Ask the home.
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
St Barbara's 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 St Barbara's. Actual fees depend on the room, the level of care and how it is funded.
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