Aycliffe Care Home
Aycliffe Care Home is a nursing home in Newton Aycliffe, County Durham (DL5 7ER). It holds a CQC rating of Good.
About Aycliffe Care Home
We at Aycliffe Care Home are proud to offer dedicated nursing care in the welcoming town of Newton Aycliffe, County Durham. Our home has been thoughtfully created to support older people, younger adults, and those living with dementia, providing a calm and compassionate place to call home in the heart of the North East. Set within the DL postcode area, our home benefits from its location in a well established community where families can visit easily and residents can feel connected to the wider area. The setting has been designed with comfort and accessibility in mind, offering a homely atmosphere where residents can relax in shared lounges, enjoy quiet moments in their own rooms, and feel safe within familiar surroundings. Every corner of our home has been considered with the wellbeing of those in our care firmly in mind. As a nursing home, we provide round the clock clinical support delivered by qualified nurses who work alongside our wider care team. This means that residents with complex health needs receive the attention they require at any hour of the day or night, giving families the peace of mind that comes from knowing their loved one is in capable, compassionate hands. Our specialism in older person care allows us to support residents through the natural changes that come with age, whilst our dementia care provision ensures that those living with memory loss or cognitive decline are met with patience, understanding, and personalised routines that promote dignity and reassurance. We also welcome younger adults who require nursing support, recognising that care needs do not always follow expected patterns. By offering this breadth of specialism, we are able to tailor support around each individual, taking time to understand their history, preferences, and aspirations. For families, this means knowing that the person they love is seen as a whole human being, not simply a list of conditions to be managed. Our most recent inspection by the Care Quality Commission, carried out in December 2020, awarded us an overall rating of Good. We achieved a Good rating across every one of the five key domains assessed, including Safe, Effective, Caring, Responsive, and Well led. This consistent picture reflects the values that guide our daily work: keeping people safe, delivering effective care grounded in best practice, treating every resident with genuine kindness, responding promptly to changing needs, and maintaining strong leadership throughout the home. We continue to build on these foundations every day, listening to feedback from residents and their loved ones to ensure our care remains the best it can be. Choosing a nursing home for a family member is rarely an easy decision, and we understand the weight that comes with it. If you are exploring options in Newton Aycliffe or the wider County Durham area, we warmly invite you to get in touch with Aycliffe Care Home. We would be glad to answer your questions, share more about our approach, and help you feel confident that your loved one will be cared for with warmth, professionalism, and respect.
Care provided at Aycliffe Care Home
- Older person care
- Dementia care
- Younger adults care
- Respite care
- Last CQC inspection: 22 January 2020
Read the full inspection report on the CQC website.
Common questions about Aycliffe Care Home
Where is Aycliffe Care Home located?
Aycliffe Care Home is a nursing home in Newton Aycliffe, County Durham, DL5 7ER. You can view its exact location and get directions from the map on this page.
What type of care does Aycliffe Care Home provide?
Aycliffe Care Home is registered to provide nursing and 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 Aycliffe Care Home's CQC rating?
Aycliffe 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 22 January 2020. You can read the full CQC report from the link on this page.
Does Aycliffe Care Home provide dementia care?
Yes. Aycliffe Care Home supports people living with dementia. We recommend contacting the home directly to discuss your individual situation.
Does Aycliffe Care Home offer respite or short-term care?
Yes. Aycliffe Care Home offers respite and short-term care. Availability changes regularly, so it is best to enquire directly.
Questions families ask about Aycliffe Care Home
Can Mum or Dad stay here if their dementia gets worse?
Yes. Aycliffe 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?
Yes. Yes. Aycliffe Care Home is registered to provide nursing care, so registered nurses are part of the team.
Can they try a short stay before deciding?
Yes. Yes. Aycliffe 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. Aycliffe 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
Aycliffe 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
- Nursing care: £950 to £1,250 per week per person, typical range
Indicative figures for the North East, not a quote from Aycliffe Care Home. Actual fees depend on the room, the level of care and how it is funded.
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