Complex care in Bishop Auckland
Welcome to Laurel Place, where we provide nursing care for adults living with complex needs arising from mental health, neurological, and physical health conditions.
Located on Gudmensen Avenue in Bishop Auckland, Laurel Place has 32 bedrooms and six single apartments, across three small, purpose-built units, creating a homely and supportive environment that’s more responsive to individual needs.
We’re dedicated to making every day better for the people we support, helping them lead meaningful lives and achieve their personal goals.
Our trained team provides high acuity, nurse-led care services, particularly for individuals with secondary diagnoses, co-morbidities, or those who’ve experienced previous failed placements.
Whether you’re a healthcare professional seeking a complex care placement, or you’re exploring care options for a loved one, view our services below or contact us to find out more.
Our care
The people we support at Laurel Place would often be in a hospital or higher acuity setting if not placed with us.
Our care will enable them to stay in the community, closer to their loved ones.
Registered with CQC for:
Caring for complex conditions:
Look around Laurel Place
Laurel Place has 32 large bedrooms and six single-occupancy apartments, each with an en-suite, across three units.
With this small group living, we’re able to provide a homely and supportive environment that’s more responsive to individual needs.
The home has communal dining and living spaces, a beauty salon, sensory room, therapy room, and visitor's suite.
At the heart of the home, is a large communal hub with an adapted kitchen and accessible garden spaces.
Laurel Place is near local amenities and transport links, helping people stay connected to the community.
Profile of need by unit
Stanhope Unit
Has a primary dementia diagnosis, now in the advanced stage with severe cognitive impairment and deteriorating health
Is an older aged adult
Presents with predominant mental health and behavioural needs
Displays behaviours of concern
May have co-occurring physical health needs, requiring an integrated approach, including bladder and/or bowel conditions
May have dysphagia and/or require a modified diet
May have limited mobility, requiring regular repositioning, skin integrity checks, and ongoing monitoring
Requires palliative or end-of-life care, now or in the near future
May have experienced one or more failed placements
Requires care focused on maintaining comfort, encouraging engagement, and adapting support as condition progresses
Apartments: there are also three single-occupancy apartments on this floor, suitable for people living with dementia who require a more individualised environment due to sensory needs, distress, or risks associated with shared living.
Witton Unit (male-only unit)
Has a primary mental health or neurological diagnosis and presents with predominant mental health and behavioural needs
Requires a male-only environment
Is working age, typically 40+
Displays behaviours of concern, requiring proactive risk management and therapeutic support
May be at risk of relapse, requiring nurse-led care to avoid readmission to hospital
May have experienced a prolonged hospital stay and/or one or more failed placements
Requires care focused on progression, occupational engagement, and community integration
Thrives in an active and sociable environment
Where possible, requires slow-stream rehabilitation and/or
Apartments: there are also three single-occupancy apartments on this floor, which can be used as step-down or step-up placements.
These are ideal for people who may not be suited to group living, or for those looking to develop their independent living skills as part of their journey towards less restrictive, lower-acuity settings.
Barnard Unit
The profile of Barnard Unit will be developed in partnership with stakeholders and shaped by local demand.
Join our team and make a difference at Laurel Place
No matter who you are or what experience you have, there are many ways you can make a difference at Laurel Place.
The people who live in our home need care from a variety of colleagues.
Our roles range from Registered Nurses and Health Care Assistants to Housekeepers and Cooks, and every member of our team has a vital part to play.
We’re proud to be a National Living Wage employer, offering stable employment in an inclusive, values-led environment.
We’re a brand new home which means it’s an incredibly exciting time to join our growing team.
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Getting to Laurel Place
Directions to Laurel Place
Laurel Place is is connected by major roads including the A68, A688, A689, and A6072.
The home is on the corner of Greenfields Road, Watling Road, and Gudmunsen Avenue.
There are limited parking spaces in the home’s car park. Street parking is available on Watling Road and Gudmunsen Avenue.
Public transport to Laurel Place
The home is a short walk from several bus stops.
Club - Watling Road bus stop, which is accessed by buses 1 Sapphire, 6 Sapphire, 9, 56, 85, and X21 X-lines.
Hospital bus stop, which is accessed by bus 9.
There's also a train station in the local area.
Bishop Auckland - 1.7 miles away (30 minute walk).
Grainger Park Road
Newcastle upon Tyne
NE4 8RR
United Kingdom
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