Archers Court is a specialist dementia care home in Sunderland where support is shaped around the person, not just the condition. We care for people living with a range of dementias, including Alzheimer’s disease, vascular dementia and frontotemporal dementia.
Our trained nurses, dementia support workers and care teams take time to understand each person’s needs, preferences and life story, creating personalised support that helps people feel safe, valued and connected each day.
With comfortable bedrooms, welcoming lounges, beautiful gardens and spaces for hobbies, socialising and quiet moments, Archers Court is designed around everyday living as well as expert care.
Archers Court is fully dedicated to specialist dementia care through their innovative Reconnect communities, creating personalised support that helps residents feel understood, engaged and connected to the life they love.
From an in-house hair stylist to beautiful outdoor spaces and gardens, the home is designed to make daily life enjoyable, comfortable and fulfilling for residents.
With a GP surgery close to the home, no top-up fees for Local Authority residents and regular Facebook updates, families benefit from practical reassurance, open communication and peace of mind.
Pioneering specialist care
Reconnect is Orchard Healthcare Group’s specialist care approach for people living with dementia, which provides a home-away-from-home environment that residents can enjoy at their own leisure. Created around the person, not just the diagnosis, Reconnect combines therapeutic support, welcoming environments and highly trained teams to help people feel safe, valued and connected every day.
At Archers Court, the home is entirely made up of Reconnect communities, with every space designed to support independence, meaningful engagement and personalised dementia care. Residents are encouraged to stay active, feel understood and reconnect with the life they love.
Spacious private rooms with space for personal belongings, helping residents feel settled, secure and at home.
Bright lounges, dining areas and a conservatory where residents can relax, socialise or enjoy quiet time with family and friends.
Beautiful gardens, an in-home hair salon and thoughtfully designed communal areas that make daily life more enjoyable.
Sharon Easterbrook-Smith is the Registered Manager at Archers Court, leading the home with warmth, experience and a genuine passion for care.
Her journey began at a young age, visiting a local care home and seeing first-hand the difference kindness and support can make in people’s lives. Inspired to build a career in care, she started as a care assistant in 1988 and progressed into senior and management roles through years of hands-on experience.
Since joining Orchard in 2018, Sharon has helped create a welcoming home where residents feel valued, families feel reassured and colleagues are supported to deliver high standards of care every day.
Archers Court is based in Farringdon, Sunderland, with convenient road links for families visiting from across Tyne & Wear and the wider North East.
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Archers Court is a specialist dementia nursing care home in Sunderland. We support people living with a range of dementia needs through Orchard’s Reconnect communities, with 24-hour support from experienced nurses, dementia support workers and care teams.
Yes. Residents are encouraged to bring personal belongings such as photographs, cushions and other familiar items to help their room feel comfortable, personal and more like home.
Yes. Archers Court is your loved one’s home, and family and friends are warmly welcomed to visit. Staying connected to the people who matter most is an important part of daily life here.
There is always something happening at Archers Court. Residents can enjoy activities, entertainment, outings and meaningful daily experiences, as well as welcoming lounges, dining areas, gardens, a conservatory and an in-home hair salon.
Fees at Archers Court are based on the level of support required and individual needs. We welcome both privately funded and Local Authority funded residents, and our team can talk you through current fees, funding options and what’s included in a clear, supportive way.
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