Acorn Grange

Vicarage Road, West Cornforth, Ferryhill, DL17 9HU

01740656976

Care Type

Residential Care

CQC rating published

17 May 2023

Provider

Manor Care Home Group

Beds

46 beds

About Acorn Grange

Acorn Grange is a 46-bed residential care home located on Vicarage Road in West Cornforth, near Ferryhill in County Durham. The home is operated by Manor Care Home Group and provides care for older people, younger adults, and people living with dementia.

The home received a Good rating from the Care Quality Commission following its most recent inspection in May 2023. This assessment evaluated the home's effectiveness, safety, responsiveness, and leadership standards.

The facility's approach to dementia care reflects specialist provision in this area. Its mid-sized capacity allows for a structured environment while maintaining a community-focused approach. Located in a semi-rural setting within County Durham, the home serves the North East region and surrounding areas.

The mix of service users—including younger adults alongside older people—indicates a diverse care provision model within the residential setting.

Specialist Care

DementiaOlder peopleYounger adults

5 Questions to Ask on Your Visit

When visiting Acorn Grange, consider asking...

1.What specific dementia training do staff receive and how recently?
2.How do you support a resident who becomes distressed or confused?
3.How does the home keep a record of a resident's life history and personal preferences?
4.How do you involve families as dementia progresses and communication becomes harder?
5.What happens when a resident's dementia reaches an advanced stage?

5 Things to Look For on Your Visit

When you visit Acorn Grange, look out for...

1.Is the environment calm, uncluttered and easy to navigate?
2.Do staff speak to residents with patience and dignity, even if they repeat themselves?
3.Are there memory cues around the home -- photos, familiar objects, clear signage?
4.Do residents seem settled and safe, or agitated and unsupervised?
5.Is there meaningful activity happening, or are residents just sitting quietly with nothing to do?

Could the NHS fund Acorn Grange's fees?

The average nursing home costs £1,535 per week. That's £79,820 a year. NHS Continuing Healthcare could cover all of it. No means test, no contribution from you.

Find out if the NHS could fund these fees