Nursing Care
13 June 2025
Gainford Care Homes Limited
66 beds
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Could the NHS fund Lindisfarne Birtley's fees?
NHS Continuing Healthcare could cover 100% of care costs with no means test.
Lindisfarne Birtley provides nursing and personal care for up to 66 older people across three units on three floors, supporting older people, those living with dementia, and people with mental health conditions. At inspection, 52 people were resident at the service. Residents and their relatives reported feeling safe and expressed satisfaction with their care. Medicines were managed safely with sufficient staffing levels, and recruitment followed safe procedures. Staff understood how to identify and report abuse concerns, protecting people from harm through assessed risks and mitigation plans. The home adhered to Covid-19 guidance with adequate personal protective equipment available and staff trained in its proper use. Visitor screening procedures were in place at the building entrance.
Source: CQC inspection report, 24 June 2021
Durham Road, Birtley, Chester Le Street, County Durham, DH3 1LU

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Last inspection: 13 June 2025
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.
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