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St Barbara's is a CQC-registered residential care home based in Newton Aycliffe, County Durham. It is operated by Oswald House Care Home Limited.
St Barbara's specialises in learning disabilities care.
As a residential care home, St Barbara's 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 St Barbara's in July 2023 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.
St Barbara's is located in Newton Aycliffe, within the County Durham local authority area in North East.
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| CQC Rating | Good |
| Address | 35 St Barbaras Walk, Newton Aycliffe, County Durham, DL5 4AN |
| Website | www.oswaldhouse.co.uk |
| Local authority | County Durham |
| Region | North East |
| Last inspection | 15 July 2023 |
| Provider | Oswald House Care Home Limited |
Is St Barbara's registered with the CQC?
Yes. St Barbara's 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/1-263480336
What type of care does St Barbara's provide?
St Barbara's provides residential homes, specialising in learning disabilities.
What is St Barbara's's CQC rating?
St Barbara's 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/1-263480336
What are St Barbara's's CQC domain ratings?
The CQC inspects care homes across five domains. St Barbara's's latest published domain ratings are: Safe: Good, Effective: Good, Caring: Good, Responsive: Good, Well-led: Good.
How many care homes are in Newton Aycliffe?
There are 13 CQC-registered care homes in Newton Aycliffe. You can browse the full list at carehomeos.co.uk/care-homes/town/newton-aycliffe.
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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