Learning disability care homes in County Durham

Grizedale provides accommodation and 24-hour support for residents with learning disabilities, physical or sensory impairments, communication difficulties, complex physical or mental health needs or autistic spectrum disorder. The registered residential setting supports people of all ages, with access to surrounding gardens designed for residents.

Mowbray House supports younger adults and children with learning disabilities, mental health conditions, autism and associated complex needs within residential care. Its service model aims to promote independence, wellbeing and essential life skills.

Residents can receive structured support towards more independent living through single-person or group residential arrangements.

Murton Grange provides residential care and 24-hour support for 10 people with learning disabilities and/or autism in Murton, County Durham. The home is designed around independent living, with support tailored to each person’s needs and aspirations.

Residents are encouraged to take part in decisions and develop community living skills. The service keeps relatives informed and places each individual at the centre of its approach.

Six people with autism, severe learning disabilities and behaviour that can be challenging receive residential support at Orchard House in Seaham. Residents need intensive 24-hour support from experienced staff, with personal interests, preferences and ambitions shaping daily life.

Each person has a dedicated key worker who helps plan routines, appointments, holidays, bedroom choices and activities.

The Dispensary supports people with learning disabilities, mental health needs, physical disabilities and other complex care requirements. Its wider organisation provides independent-living and health and social-care services across residential, supported-living and community settings, with support tailored to individual needs and aspirations.

The service aims to help people move towards greater independence and community living through flexible,…

Trinity House provides 24-hour residential support for seven people with learning disabilities and/or autism. The home is designed around individual needs and aspirations, helping residents move towards greater independence and community living. Staff provide flexible, responsive support within a small setting where daily life can be shaped around each person.

The service is part of a wider organisation supporting people with learning…

Belchford supports seven men with learning disabilities, autism and complex needs in an all-male residential home near Hartlepool. It forms part of Voyage Care, whose wider services include residential care, supported living and community support for people seeking greater independence and connection.

Support can be delivered in a home, community or registered care setting, depending on individual needs and circumstances.

Brancepeth Court provides residential and nursing care for older adults, as well as younger adults with physical impairments. The home’s registered scope also includes dementia, learning disabilities and physical disabilities, making it suitable for varied care requirements.

Families can arrange a viewing, and the provider’s guidance explains that visitors may turn up without booking, although pre-booking is recommended so someone is available to…

Broom Lodge supports adults with learning disabilities and associated complex needs through residential care and 24-hour support. The Ferryhill home accommodates between six and eight people in a spacious modern house, with support for autism, epilepsy, communication difficulties, physical disabilities and mental health needs.

Care planning and risk assessment reflect individual needs and preferences, while positive risk-taking is used to develop…

Cosin Lodge supports four adults with learning disabilities, autism and challenging behaviour in a residential bungalow. The home provides a supported setting for people who need assistance with everyday living and a shared home environment.

Support is tailored to individual needs within the residential setting, while the wider provider offers specialist pathways for people with complex needs.

Autism-focused residential support sits alongside education and day services at East Dene Court. ESPA’s wider provision includes post-16 day and residential programmes that help learners develop skills for employment, further study, better choices and more independent living.

A multidisciplinary team of autism-specialist clinicians works across college and residential services, supporting individuals and staff teams with person-centred care.

Supporting people with learning disabilities and complex needs, Eastholme is a small independent living service in Seaham. The four-bedroom semi-detached home tailors support to individual needs and aspirations, helping residents work towards greater independence and community living.

The home has its own private road and lies within walking distance of the seafront, shops, cafés and restaurants.

Education and Services for People with Autism Limited provides residential care for people with learning disabilities, alongside autism-specific education and support through its wider organisation. Its specialist model includes a multidisciplinary team of autism specialist clinicians who work directly with individuals and staff teams.

The organisation also offers residential college placements, respite placements and programmes designed to build…