Dementia care homes in Wigan
45 of the 59 care homes in Wigan are registered with the CQC as dementia care homes, of which 4 are rated Outstanding and 36 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.
Dementia care homes in Wigan typically cost £1,541 a week, about £80,132 a year, based on 5 homes with a fee on record; the middle half charge £1,358 to £1,591. That is close to the typical residential fee in Wigan of £1,574.
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.
Lakeview
Lyndhurst Residential Care Home
Montrose Hall
Norfolk House Care Home
Norley Hall Care Home
Primrose Villa Care Home
St George's (Wigan) Limited
The Acorns
The Chanters Care Home
The Hamiltons Care Home
The Oaks Care Home
The Old Rectory
Thorley House Residential Care Home
Woodlands Court Care Home
Worthington Lake Care Home
Jah-Jireh Charity Homes Wigan
Lime House
Shawcross Care Home
Josephs Care Home
Langtree Care Home
Typical dementia care homes fees in Wigan
Based on 45 homes in the area. Middle figure is the median; the range is the middle half of homes.
- Residential dementia care
- £1,541 a week
- Usually £1,358 to £1,591 · 5 homes with fees
Common questions
How much do dementia care homes in Wigan cost?
Dementia care homes in Wigan typically charge £1,541 a week, usually between £1,358 and £1,591. Fees depend on the room and the level of care, so ask each home for a written quote.
How many dementia care homes are there in Wigan?
45 of the 59 CQC-registered care homes in Wigan 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 Wigan?
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 Wigan?
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 Wigan council for a needs assessment.