Sensory impairment care homes in Sunderland

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Sunderland has 17 sensory impairment care homes registered with the Care Quality Commission, 6 of them with nursing. Of the homes on this page, the CQC rates 1 Outstanding, 14 Good and 2 Requires improvement. Sunderland council paid on average £931 a week for a residential care place and £1,028 for a nursing place for people aged 65 and over in 2024-2025 (GOV.UK adult social care finance report).

All care homes in Sunderland (87)

Sunderland at a glance

17on this list

Official rating
  • Outstanding1
  • Good14
  • Requires improvement2
  • 88% rated Good or Outstanding
  • Average score7.7 / 10
  • Types of care94% offer younger adults
How this list is ordered

Homes in Sunderland are ordered by the MyCareCheck score, the average of the CQC's ratings for the five questions it asks at every inspection. Where two homes score the same, the better overall rating goes first.

Paying never changes a home's rating, score or place. Top places are only offered to homes rated Good or Outstanding and are always labelled.

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17 sensory impairment care homes in Sunderland

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Laverneo

Run by Salutem LD BidCo IV Limited

Pennywell Road, Sunderland, SR4 9HX
OutstandingCQC · Jun 2019

Inspected more than 4 years ago

  • Residential
  • 4 beds
  • Elderly care
  • Learning disabilities
  • Physical disabilities

Adults with learning, physical or sensory disabilities can receive residential support at Laverneo, which is registered as a care home without nursing. The service also covers older and younger adults, including people with wider social care needs.

Laverneo belongs to Salutem Care and Education, an organisation with adult services spanning supported living, complex care and learning disability support.

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Bryony Park Nursing Home

Run by Memory Lane Care Homes Limited

Thompson Road, Southwick, Sunderland, SR5 2SH
GoodCQC · Jul 2023
  • Nursing
  • 44 beds
  • Dementia
  • Elderly care
  • Sensory impairment

Bryony Park Nursing Home provides nursing, residential and dementia care for older people, younger adults and people with sensory impairment in Sunderland. The home’s care setting is supported by qualified staff and individual management, with activities arranged according to each home’s own programme and residents’ interests.

The service is suited to people who need ongoing nursing support or a structured care environment, including those living…

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Archers Park

Run by Indigo Care Services Limited

Archer Road, Sunderland, SR3 3DJ
GoodCQC · Dec 2019

Inspected more than 4 years ago

  • Residential
  • 40 beds
  • Dementia
  • Elderly care
  • Physical disabilities

Dementia-friendly residential care and short-term respite are available at Archers Park in Sunderland. The home supports older people and has registered care categories covering physical disabilities, sensory impairment and younger adults, with support tailored to individual routines and preferences.

Residents can join a setting focused on dignity, independence and everyday wellbeing, whether staying longer term or taking a short break.

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Ashton Way

Run by North East Autism Society

2 Ashton Way, East Herrington, Sunderland, SR3 3RX
GoodCQC · Mar 2020

Inspected more than 4 years ago

  • Residential
  • 3 beds
  • Learning disabilities
  • Sensory impairment
  • Younger adults

Residential care home for 3 residents in Sunderland, run by North East Autism Society. Supports learning disabilities, sensory impairment and younger adults.

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Blossom Hill Care Home

Run by Crystal Croftdene Limited

Riga Square, Redhills, Sunderland, SR5 5DD
GoodCQC · May 2023
  • Nursing
  • 40 beds
  • Dementia
  • Elderly care
  • Physical disabilities

Care home with nursing for 40 residents in Sunderland, run by Crystal Croftdene Limited. Supports dementia, older people, physical disabilities, sensory impairment and younger adults.

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Cedars Lodge

Run by Education and Services for People with Autism Limited

3 Cedars Court, Ryhope Road, Sunderland, SR2 7EN
GoodCQC · Feb 2019

Inspected more than 4 years ago

  • Residential
  • 4 beds
  • Learning disabilities
  • Mental health
  • Sensory impairment

For younger adults with learning disabilities, mental health needs or sensory impairment, Cedars Lodge provides residential care within an autism-focused organisation. Its wider services include autism-specific education, day placements, residential education, respite and domiciliary support.

Autism specialist clinicians work directly with individuals and alongside staff teams to provide holistic, person-centred support.

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Farmborough Court Intermediate Care Service

Run by Sunderland City Council

Farmborough Court, Brentford Avenue, Town End Farm, Sunderland, SR5 4EU
GoodCQC · May 2023
  • Residential
  • 56 beds
  • Dementia
  • Elderly care
  • Mental health

Residential care home for 56 residents in Sunderland, run by Sunderland City Council. Supports dementia, older people, mental health, physical disabilities, sensory impairment and younger adults.

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Holy Cross

Run by St Cuthbert's Care

Ettrick Grove, High Barnes, Sunderland, SR4 8QA
GoodCQC · Sept 2023
  • Nursing
  • 56 beds
  • Dementia
  • Elderly care
  • Physical disabilities

Care home with nursing for 56 residents in Sunderland, run by St Cuthbert's Care. Supports dementia, older people, physical disabilities and sensory impairment.

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Hylton View

Run by Roseberry Care Centres GB Limited

Old Mill Road, Southwick, Sunderland, SR5 5TP
GoodCQC · Feb 2020

Inspected more than 4 years ago

  • Nursing
  • 40 beds
  • Dementia
  • Elderly care
  • Physical disabilities

Care home with nursing for 40 residents in Sunderland, run by Roseberry Care Centres GB Limited. Supports dementia, older people, physical disabilities, sensory impairment and younger adults.

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Primrose Care Home

Run by Primrose Care Home Hetton Ltd

62-62A Station Road, Hetton Le Hole, Houghton Le Spring, DH5 0AT
GoodCQC · Jul 2022

Inspected more than 4 years ago

  • Residential
  • 22 beds
  • Dementia
  • Elderly care
  • Mental health

Adults with dementia receive residential and respite care at Primrose Care Home, with individual care plans reviewed regularly around needs, wishes, relationships and interests. The home aims to promote independence and dignity while supporting residents to maintain family connections, develop friendships and take part in meaningful activities.

Practical mobility features include a passenger lift, specialist baths and hoists, helping residents…

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Springfield Care Home

Run by Springfield Care Sunderland Limited

Bunker Hill, Houghton Le Spring, DH4 4TN
GoodCQC · Oct 2025
  • Residential
  • 50 beds
  • Dementia
  • Elderly care
  • Mental health

Short and long-term residential care at Springfield Care Home is available for elderly men and women in Houghton-le-Spring. The family-run home also provides residential social care, respite care and residential dementia care, with round-the-clock support.

Activities include walks, days out and group games, while hobbies and personal interests are considered within daily life.

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The Grange Care Home

Run by Herrington Grange Care Home Limited

South Burn Terrace, New Herrington, Houghton Le Spring, DH4 7AW
GoodCQC · Dec 2024
  • Residential
  • 35 beds
  • Dementia
  • Elderly care
  • Physical disabilities

Residential care home for 35 residents in Houghton-le-Spring, run by Herrington Grange Care Home Limited. Supports dementia, older people, physical disabilities, sensory impairment and younger adults.

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Cedar House Care Home

Run by Cedar House Sunderland Limited

3-4 The Cedars, Sunderland, SR2 7TW
GoodCQC · May 2023
  • Responsive Requires improvement
  • Residential
  • 32 beds
  • Dementia
  • Elderly care
  • Mental health

Cedar House Care Home supports adults with residential, dementia and respite care, with its service information focused particularly on people living with dementia. Its registration covers dementia, older people and younger adults.

Each service user has a care plan that is reviewed regularly and reflects individual needs, wishes, interests and hobbies.

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Dairy Lane Care Centre

Run by Dairy Lane (St. Michael's) Limited

Dairy Lane, Houghton Le Spring, DH4 5EH
GoodCQC · Oct 2023
  • Well-led Requires improvement
  • Residential
  • 22 beds
  • Dementia
  • Elderly care
  • Physical disabilities

Dairy Lane Care Centre offers residential, dementia and respite care for older people in a Victorian manor house near Houghton-le-Spring. Care plans reflect individual routines, preferences and histories, with families involved throughout the process.

Residents can personalise bedrooms with their own furniture and belongings. Fresh, home-cooked meals are prepared daily, with choices shaped by tastes and dietary needs.

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The Croft Residential Care Home

Run by Clovely Care Limited

Ettrick Grove, Sunderland, SR4 8QE
GoodCQC · Jun 2018
  • Safe Requires improvement

Inspected more than 4 years ago

  • Residential
  • 33 beds
  • Dementia
  • Elderly care
  • Physical disabilities

Residential care home for 33 residents in Sunderland, run by Clovely Care Limited. Supports dementia, older people, physical disabilities, sensory impairment and younger adults.

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Washington Lodge

Run by Qualia Care Limited

The Avenue, Washington, NE38 7LE
Requires improvementCQC · Sept 2026
  • Effective Requires improvement
  • Well-led Requires improvement
  • Nursing
  • 65 beds
  • Dementia
  • Elderly care
  • Mental health

Washington Lodge provides residential, nursing, respite and dementia care for older people and adults with complex support needs. It is registered for care involving dementia, mental health, physical disabilities and sensory impairment, with nursing support available for people who need regular clinical oversight.

The home’s wider care offer includes short-term stays, palliative care and support with daily living, while its parent group states…

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Ryhope Manor Care Home

Run by Conags Care Limited

Stockton Road, Ryhope, Sunderland, SR2 0LS
Requires improvementCQC · Jan 2026
  • Safe Requires improvement
  • Effective Requires improvement
  • Caring Requires improvement
  • Responsive Requires improvement
  • Well-led Requires improvement
  • Nursing
  • 31 beds
  • Dementia
  • Elderly care
  • Mental health

Ryhope Manor Care Home provides nursing and palliative support for older people, alongside residential and respite care for people living with dementia, physical disabilities, mental health needs or sensory impairment. Residents and relatives help shape care plans around medical and therapeutic requirements, as well as personal preferences.

Each resident is introduced to a named key worker, who may be a nurse or carer.

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What to look for in sensory impairment care homes

  1. Accessible communication

    Accessible communication and staff confidence using the methods the person needs.

  2. Lighting

    Lighting, contrast, acoustics and layout adapted to residents.

  3. Support with hearing aids

    Support with hearing aids, visual aids and other assistive technology.

Questions families ask

What should sensory impairment care homes offer?

People with sight or hearing loss may need adapted communication, lighting, acoustics, signage or technology. Ask how the home identifies and records individual communication needs.

How many sensory impairment care homes are there in Sunderland?

17 sensory impairment care homes in Sunderland are on the CQC register (data of 2 November 2026).

Which sensory impairment care homes in Sunderland are rated Outstanding?

Laverneo.

How much does a care home cost in Sunderland?

Sunderland council paid on average £931 a week for residential care and £1,028 for nursing care for people aged 65 and over in 2024-2025. For adults aged 18 to 64 it paid £1,932 and £1,904. Across England the averages were £982 and £1,102 for people aged 65 and over. People who pay for their own care are often charged more, so ask each home for its weekly fee.

How are these care homes ordered?

Ordered by the MyCareCheck score: the average of the five CQC key-question ratings (safe, effective, caring, responsive and well-led) on a 0 to 10 scale, where Outstanding is 10, Good 8, Requires improvement 5 and Inadequate 2. Homes the CQC has not rated yet come last. No home is left out because of its rating.

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