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Nursing homes in Sunderland

30 of the 86 care homes in Sunderland are registered with the CQC as nursing homes, of which 3 are rated Outstanding and 23 Good. A nursing home is a care home registered with the CQC to have registered nurses on site around the clock, for people whose health needs go beyond personal care.

Nursing homes in Sunderland typically cost £1,229 a week, about £63,908 a year, based on 3 homes with a fee on record; the middle half charge £1,218 to £1,229. That is close to the typical residential fee in Sunderland of £1,207. The NHS pays a weekly contribution towards the nursing part of the fee, direct to the home, if you are assessed as needing nursing care.

A live-in carer at home, which many families weigh against nursing home care, costs from about £1,120 a week and can look after a couple.

Dementia careFees published

Thornbury Care Centre

Sunderland, SR3 · 44 beds
CQC: Good
NursingDementiaSLW
Fee not published
Area typical £1,229 a week
No reviews yet

Washington Lodge

Washington, NE38 · 65 beds
CQC: Good
NursingDementiaQualia
Fee not published
Area typical £1,229 a week
No reviews yet

Regents View

Houghton Le Spring, DH5 · 50 beds
CQC: Requires improvement
NursingDementiaHarbour Healthcare
Fee not published
Area typical £1,229 a week
No reviews yet

Typical nursing homes fees in Sunderland

Based on 30 homes in the area. Middle figure is the median; the range is the middle half of homes.

Nursing care
£1,229 a week
Usually £1,218 to £1,229 · 3 homes with fees

Common questions

How much do nursing homes in Sunderland cost?

Nursing homes in Sunderland typically charge £1,229 a week, usually between £1,218 and £1,229. Fees depend on the room and the level of care, so ask each home for a written quote.

How many nursing homes are there in Sunderland?

30 of the 86 CQC-registered care homes in Sunderland are nursing homes. The list is refreshed from the CQC register every month.

What is the difference between a nursing home and a care home in Sunderland?

Both provide a room, meals and personal care. A nursing home also has registered nurses on site day and night, so it suits people with health needs such as complex medication, pressure care or conditions that need monitoring. Residential homes rely on visiting district nurses instead.

Will the council pay for nursing home care in Sunderland?

If your savings and assets are below £23,250 the council will assess what you can afford and may pay part or all of the fee. Separately, the NHS pays a flat weekly amount for the nursing part of the fee to anyone assessed as needing nursing care, whatever their savings. Ask the adult social care team at Sunderland council for a needs assessment.