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Good

CaringOutstanding
EffectiveGood
ResponsiveGood
SafeGood
Well-ledGood

Last CQC report update May 08, 2025 • Listing updated March 6, 2026

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of care does The Dispensary in Durham offer?

The Dispensary offers Learning Disabilities & Autism, Mental Health, Physical Disabilities and Younger Adults (Under 65) care.

Can you tell me how many rooms The Dispensary in Durham has?

The Dispensary has 5 rooms.

How can I contact the staff at The Dispensary?

You can contact the staff at The Dispensary by telephone. Our contact number is (0191) 300 6850

What is this providers CQC rating?

The Dispensary has a Good CQC rating.

Provider: Swanton Care & Community (Autism North) Limited

Number of beds: 5

Location Type: Care Home

Specialisms/services: Learning Disabilities & Autism, Mental Health, Physical Disabilities, Younger Adults (Under 65)

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