A CARE home for dementia patients has been classed as 'good' in all areas following an independent inspection by the Care Quality Commission (CQC).

Staff at Anchor’s Elderwood in Darlington, which cares for up to 40 residents, was praised by the CQC in the recent inspection which took place on December 13 and 18.

Manager Ann Dale said: “We have worked hard to make Elderwood a good care home but to be given such praise from the regulator is wonderful.

"We are proud of the care we provide, of the meals which are made from fresh seasonal ingredients and of the wide variety of meaningful activities enjoyed by our residents.

“Anchor has a specialist dementia care team so we also know how to care for people living with the condition so they lead as fulfilling a life as possible.

“We welcome such rigorous inspections and clear ratings so older people and their families can see which homes are the best in the country.

"We’re so pleased to be classed as a good care home – we’ll be celebrating this success.”

The CQC inspection report, which can be found on the regulator’s website, highlighted the following examples of high standards of care at Elderwood: “Staff cared for people in a kind and patient manner.”