The Laurels
The Laurels is a nursing home in Houghton Le Spring, Sunderland (DH5 9EQ). It holds a CQC rating of Good.
About The Laurels
The Laurels provides nursing care in Houghton le Spring for older people, including people living with dementia, and we also take planned respite stays. Having qualified nurses here throughout the day and night changes what we can offer. Conditions can be watched and managed as they shift rather than handled as emergencies, medicines get proper review, and people who would otherwise move repeatedly between home and hospital can be looked after here by staff who know them well. For people approaching the end of life, it means comfort, dignity and familiar faces rather than an ambulance and an unfamiliar ward. Nursing alone would not make this a good place to live, so we put real effort into everything else. Residents decide when to get up, what to wear and how to spend the day. Meals are meant to be enjoyed rather than administered. Relatives are welcome whenever they want to come. For residents living with dementia we keep the day familiar and the pace gentle, we work with what a person can still do, and we pay attention to the signs that somebody is uncomfortable when they can no longer say so directly. Respite stays give family carers a genuine break and support people who need nursing care for a while before returning home. Our most recent overall rating from the Care Quality Commission is good.
Care provided at The Laurels
- Older person care
- Dementia care
- Respite care
- Last CQC inspection: 2 August 2019
Read the full inspection report on the CQC website.
Common questions about The Laurels
Where is The Laurels located?
The Laurels is a nursing home in Houghton Le Spring, Sunderland, DH5 9EQ. You can view its exact location and get directions from the map on this page.
What type of care does The Laurels provide?
The Laurels is registered to provide nursing and personal care, with support that includes Older person care, Dementia care, Respite care. The full list of services is shown on this page.
What is The Laurels's CQC rating?
The Laurels is registered with and inspected by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). Its most recent overall rating is Good following its last inspection on 2 August 2019. You can read the full CQC report from the link on this page.
Does The Laurels provide dementia care?
Yes. The Laurels supports people living with dementia. We recommend contacting the home directly to discuss your individual situation.
Does The Laurels offer respite or short-term care?
Yes. The Laurels offers respite and short-term care. Availability changes regularly, so it is best to enquire directly.
Questions families ask about The Laurels
Can Mum or Dad stay here if their dementia gets worse?
Yes. The Laurels 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. The Laurels is registered to provide nursing care, so registered nurses are part of the team.
Can they try a short stay before deciding?
Yes. Yes. The Laurels 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 Laurels 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 Laurels 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 The Laurels. Actual fees depend on the room, the level of care and how it is funded.
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