Brockwell Court

9 Cobden Street, Consett, County Durham, DH8 6AH

01207501851

Care Type

Nursing Care

CQC rating published

29 March 2023

Provider

Harbour Healthcare (North) Ltd

Beds

75 beds

About Brockwell Court

Brockwell Court is a 75-bed nursing home located on Cobden Street in Consett, County Durham. The home is run by Harbour Healthcare (North) Ltd and provides care for older people, younger adults, and those with dementia. It holds a Good rating from the Care Quality Commission, based on an inspection carried out in March 2023.

As a nursing home, it offers medical care alongside personal support, with staff qualified to manage complex health needs. The facility's size and range of specialisms means it can accommodate residents with varied care requirements, from general nursing support to specialist dementia care. Being situated in Consett places it within the local community while serving the wider County Durham area.

Specialist Care

DementiaOlder peopleYounger adults

5 Questions to Ask on Your Visit

When visiting Brockwell Court, 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 Brockwell Court, 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 Brockwell Court'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