Complex care in Bishop Auckland
Welcome to Laurel Place, where we provide exceptional nursing care for adults living with complex needs arising from brain injuries, dementia, mental health conditions, neuro-disabilities and physical disabilities.
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.
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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, sensory bathrooms, a therapy room, a sensory room, a beauty salon and a visitor's suite.
At the heart of the home, is a large communal hub with an ‘Assisted Daily Living’ kitchen and accessible garden spaces.
We offer a variety of accessible baths and showers for a range of mobility needs.
Laurel Place is near local amenities and transport links, helping people stay connected to the community.
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).
Tyne Grange
Grainger Park Road
Newcastle upon Tyne
NE4 8RR
United Kingdom
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