Residential homes · Durham, DH1 2SH
The Dispensary is a CQC-registered residential care home operated by Swanton Care & Community (Autism North) Limited, located at Sherburn House, Sherburn, Durham, County Durham, DH1 2SH in Durham, County Durham. The home specialises in caring for adults under 65 yrs, learning disabilities, mental health conditions, physical disabilities. The Dispensary's most recent CQC inspection report is dated 15 August 2025. The Dispensary is one of 19 CQC-registered care homes in Durham. Contact the home directly on 01913 006850. This listing is sourced from the Care Quality Commission (CQC) open dataset and is maintained for informational purposes.
The Dispensary is a CQC-registered residential care home based in Durham, County Durham. It is operated by Swanton Care & Community (Autism North) Limited.
The home provides specialist care in the following areas: caring for adults under 65 yrs, learning disabilities, mental health conditions, physical disabilities. Families looking for care in these specialisms can contact the home directly for availability and assessments.
As a residential care home, The Dispensary 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 Dispensary is registered with the Care Quality Commission (CQC), the independent regulator of health and social care in England. CQC inspection results may not yet be published for this location.
The Dispensary is located in Durham, within the County Durham local authority area in North East.
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| Address | Sherburn House, Sherburn, Durham, County Durham, DH1 2SH |
| Phone | 01913 006850 |
| Website | www.swantoncare.com |
| Local authority | County Durham |
| Region | North East |
| Last inspection | 15 August 2025 |
| Provider | Swanton Care & Community (Autism North) Limited |
Is The Dispensary registered with the CQC?
Yes. The Dispensary 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/1-15544735329
What type of care does The Dispensary provide?
The Dispensary provides residential homes, specialising in caring for adults under 65 yrs, learning disabilities, mental health conditions, physical disabilities.
How do I contact The Dispensary?
You can contact The Dispensary by phone on 01913 006850, or visit them at Sherburn House, Sherburn, Durham, County Durham, DH1 2SH.
How many care homes are in Durham?
There are 19 CQC-registered care homes in Durham. You can browse the full list at carehomeos.co.uk/care-homes/town/durham.
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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