Lothian House Care Home
Lothian House Care Home is a residential care home in Spennymoor, County Durham (DL16 7SG). It holds a CQC rating of Outstanding.
About Lothian House Care Home
Lothian House is a care home in Spennymoor, County Durham, offering residential and dementia care for older people, along with support for younger adults whose needs are better met in a small and settled household. We are proud that our most recent inspection by the Care Quality Commission rated us outstanding overall, though what matters far more to us is what residents and their families tell us week by week. We believe good care is mostly made up of small things done properly. Knowing that someone takes two sugars, that they like the curtains open early, that Sunday afternoons are for phoning a daughter in Durham. Our team takes the time to learn those details, and we write them down so that a new colleague on shift knows them too. For residents living with dementia we keep routines familiar and surroundings easy to understand, and we look for the feeling behind what someone is trying to tell us rather than correcting them. Families are welcome here at any reasonable hour, and we would much rather you visited often and told us when something is not right. We also offer respite stays for people who need a period of recovery after a hospital admission, or whose regular carer needs a rest. If you are beginning to think about care for someone you love, please come and see us, have a cup of tea and ask us the difficult questions. We would be glad to show you around.
Care provided at Lothian House Care Home
- Older person care
- Dementia care
- Younger adults care
- Respite care
- Last CQC inspection: 15 February 2019
Read the full inspection report on the CQC website.
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Common questions about Lothian House Care Home
Where is Lothian House Care Home located?
Lothian House Care Home is a residential care home in Spennymoor, County Durham, DL16 7SG. You can view its exact location and get directions from the map on this page.
What type of care does Lothian House Care Home provide?
Lothian House Care Home 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 Lothian House Care Home's CQC rating?
Lothian House Care Home is registered with and inspected by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). Its most recent overall rating is Outstanding following its last inspection on 15 February 2019. You can read the full CQC report from the link on this page.
Does Lothian House Care Home provide dementia care?
Yes. Lothian House Care Home supports people living with dementia. We recommend contacting the home directly to discuss your individual situation.
Does Lothian House Care Home offer respite or short-term care?
Yes. Lothian House Care Home offers respite and short-term care. Availability changes regularly, so it is best to enquire directly.
Questions families ask about Lothian House Care Home
Can Mum or Dad stay here if their dementia gets worse?
Yes. Lothian House Care Home 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. Lothian House 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. Lothian House 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?
Yes. Yes. Lothian House Care Home 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
Lothian House 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
- Dementia care: £850 to £1,100 per week per person, typical range
Indicative figures for the North East, not a quote from Lothian House Care Home. Actual fees depend on the room, the level of care and how it is funded.
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