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Unity House
Westcott Road, Peterlee, SR8 5JE — Care Home
Care Quality Commission (CQC) assessment
How Unity House was rated
Rating published 25/03/2023. Read the full inspection report.
- 21 bedsRegistered capacity
- County DurhamCouncil for care funding
- 01915 861427Care home's own number
- Lifeways Community CareOperator
- 27th April 2017Registered since
- Lifeways Community Care LimitedRegistered provider
Care offered
Care types at Unity House
Unity House is a Care Home in Peterlee, County Durham, offering Residential and Learning Disability care.
Unity House was registered with the Care Quality Commission in April 2017. It is run by Lifeways Community Care Limited, a company registered at Companies House (number 04126127). Lifeways Community Care Limited runs 19 care homes in England registered with CQC.
CQC registers the home to care for older people, younger adults and people with learning disabilities or autism.
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Support and specialisms
Support for
Disability support
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Considering Unity House? See how live-in care compares
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Not a rotating rota of staff — a named, DBS-checked carer who gets to know your family member.
Couples stay together
Most care homes can't accommodate a couple together in one room. Live-in care can.
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0800 368 8558Lines open 8am–10pm, seven days a week See all questionsWhat rating has Unity House been given by the regulator?
The Care Quality Commission rated Unity House "Good" overall, in its most recent report, published March 2023.
What types of care does Unity House provide?
Unity House provides Residential and Learning Disability care.
How many beds does Unity House have?
Unity House is registered for 21 beds with the Care Quality Commission.
Who runs Unity House?
Unity House is run by Lifeways Community Care Limited, a company registered at Companies House (number 04126127). The provider runs 19 care homes in England registered with the Care Quality Commission.
When was Unity House registered with CQC?
Unity House has been registered with the Care Quality Commission since April 2017. Its provider, Lifeways Community Care Limited, has held CQC registration since October 2010.
Who does Unity House care for?
CQC registers Unity House to care for older people, younger adults and people with learning disabilities or autism.
Does Unity House provide nursing care?
No. Unity House is registered as a care home without nursing. Its staff give personal care, and residents who need nursing are usually visited by NHS community or district nurses.
Which council covers Unity House?
Unity House is in the County Durham council area. The council carries out care needs assessments and decides council funding for residents who qualify.
Is live-in care an alternative to Unity House?
For many families, yes. A live-in carer supports one person at home one-to-one in Peterlee, so nobody has to move. It is often the clearer choice for a couple, since one carer can support both under a single weekly fee.