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Inverthorne is a CQC-registered residential care home based in Sunderland, Tyne and Wear. It is operated by North East Autism Society.
Inverthorne specialises in learning disabilities care.
As a residential care home, Inverthorne 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 Inverthorne in April 2026 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.
Inverthorne is located in Sunderland, within the Sunderland local authority area in North East.
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| CQC Rating | Good |
| Address | 20 Thornholme Road, Sunderland, Tyne and Wear, SR2 7QG |
| Phone | 01915 145853 |
| Website | www.ne-as.org.uk |
| Local authority | Sunderland |
| Region | North East |
| Last inspection | 17 April 2026 |
| Provider | North East Autism Society |
Is Inverthorne registered with the CQC?
Yes. Inverthorne 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/1-112721825
What type of care does Inverthorne provide?
Inverthorne provides residential homes, specialising in learning disabilities.
How do I contact Inverthorne?
You can contact Inverthorne by phone on 01915 145853, or visit them at 20 Thornholme Road, Sunderland, Tyne and Wear, SR2 7QG.
What is Inverthorne's CQC rating?
Inverthorne 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/1-112721825
What are Inverthorne's CQC domain ratings?
The CQC inspects care homes across five domains. Inverthorne's latest published domain ratings are: Safe: Good, Effective: Good, Caring: Good, Responsive: Good, Well-led: Good.
How many care homes are in Sunderland?
There are 75 CQC-registered care homes in Sunderland. You can browse the full list at carehomeos.co.uk/care-homes/town/sunderland.
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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