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Appletree Grange is a CQC-registered residential care home based in Chester Le Street, County Durham. It is operated by Barchester Healthcare Homes Limited.
The home provides specialist care for dementia, older adults (65+). Families looking for care in these areas can contact the home directly for availability and assessments.
As a residential care home, Appletree Grange provides 24-hour personal care and support for residents who need help with daily activities such as washing, dressing, and meal times, in a safe and homely environment.
The Care Quality Commission (CQC) last inspected Appletree Grange in October 2025 and rated the service as Good overall. This means the home is performing well and meeting expectations across safety, effectiveness, care quality, responsiveness, and leadership.
Appletree Grange is located in Chester Le Street, within the Gateshead local authority area in North East.
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| CQC Rating | Good |
| Address | Durham Road, Birtley, Birtley, Chester Le Street, County Durham, DH3 2BH |
| Phone | 01914 102175 |
| Website | www.barchester.com |
| Local authority | Gateshead |
| Region | North East |
| Last inspection | 5 October 2025 |
| Provider | Barchester Healthcare Homes Limited |
Is Appletree Grange registered with the CQC?
Yes. Appletree Grange is registered with the Care Quality Commission (CQC), the independent regulator of health and social care in England. You can view the official CQC profile at https://www.cqc.org.uk/location/1-125862133
What type of care does Appletree Grange provide?
Appletree Grange provides residential homes, specialising in dementia, caring for adults over 65 yrs.
How do I contact Appletree Grange?
You can contact Appletree Grange by phone on 01914 102175, or visit them at Durham Road, Birtley, Birtley, Chester Le Street, County Durham, DH3 2BH.
What is Appletree Grange's CQC rating?
Appletree Grange has been rated "Good" by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). This means the home is performing well and meeting expectations. See the full CQC inspection report at https://www.cqc.org.uk/location/1-125862133
What are Appletree Grange's CQC domain ratings?
The CQC inspects care homes across five domains. Appletree Grange's latest published domain ratings are: Safe: Good, Effective: Good, Caring: Good, Responsive: Good, Well-led: Requires improvement.
How many care homes are in Chester Le Street?
There are 14 CQC-registered care homes in Chester Le Street. You can browse the full list at carehomeos.co.uk/care-homes/town/chester-le-street.
Residential care homes provide 24-hour personal care and support for older adults or people with disabilities who are unable to live independently. Staff assist with daily activities such as washing, dressing, and meals in a homely environment.
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