Dementia care homes in Ashton-under-lyne
5 of the 5 care homes in Ashton-under-lyne are registered with the CQC as dementia care homes, of which 5 Good. A dementia care home is registered with the CQC to care for people living with dementia, with staff trained for it and a building laid out to keep residents safe and settled.
We do not yet have enough published fees to give a typical figure for dementia care homes in Ashton-under-lyne. The typical residential care home fee in Tameside is £1,157 a week, and dementia care homes usually cost more than that. Every home that has told us its price shows it, dated, on its card.
A live-in carer at home, which many families weigh against dementia care home care, costs from about £1,120 a week and can look after a couple.
Typical fees in Tameside
Based on 35 homes in the area. Middle figure is the median; the range is the middle half of homes.
- Care home fees
- £1,157 a week
- Usually £1,075 to £1,316 · 8 homes with fees
Not enough dementia care homes in Ashton-under-lyne have published fees yet, so all care types in the council area are shown.
Common questions
How much do dementia care homes in Ashton-under-lyne cost?
Not enough dementia care homes in Ashton-under-lyne have published fees for a typical figure yet. Residential care in Tameside is typically £1,157 a week and dementia care homes cost more. Ask each home for a written quote.
How many dementia care homes are there in Ashton-under-lyne?
5 of the 5 CQC-registered care homes in Ashton-under-lyne are dementia care homes. The list is refreshed from the CQC register every month.
What should I look for in a dementia care home in Ashton-under-lyne?
Look for staff trained in dementia care, a building that is easy to find your way around, secure gardens, a calm routine and activities built around what residents used to enjoy. Ask how the home handles distress and whether it can keep caring for someone as dementia advances, so a second move is not needed.
Will the council pay for dementia care home care in Ashton-under-lyne?
If your savings and assets are below £23,250 the council will assess what you can afford and may pay part or all of the fee. Ask the adult social care team at Tameside council for a needs assessment.