CQC Domain Ratings
Summerhill is a CQC-registered residential care home based in Alnwick, Northumberland. It is operated by Raycare 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, Summerhill 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 Summerhill in April 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.
Summerhill is located in Alnwick, within the Northumberland local authority area in North East.
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| CQC Rating | Good |
| Address | The Dunterns, Alnwick, Northumberland, NE66 1AL |
| Phone | 01665 602203 |
| Website | www.summerhillcare.com |
| Local authority | Northumberland |
| Region | North East |
| Last inspection | 24 April 2025 |
| Provider | Raycare Limited |
Is Summerhill registered with the CQC?
Yes. Summerhill 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/1-125634678
What type of care does Summerhill provide?
Summerhill provides residential homes, specialising in dementia, caring for adults over 65 yrs.
How do I contact Summerhill?
You can contact Summerhill by phone on 01665 602203, or visit them at The Dunterns, Alnwick, Northumberland, NE66 1AL.
What is Summerhill's CQC rating?
Summerhill 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/1-125634678
What are Summerhill's CQC domain ratings?
The CQC inspects care homes across five domains. Summerhill's latest published domain ratings are: Safe: Requires improvement, Effective: Good, Caring: Good, Responsive: Good, Well-led: Requires improvement.
How many care homes are in Alnwick?
There are 7 CQC-registered care homes in Alnwick. You can browse the full list at carehomeos.co.uk/care-homes/town/alnwick.
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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