Compare 21 Care Homes in Wigan. CQC ratings, 121 family reviews and prices — contact homes directly, free.
Families have expressed significant concerns about the care provided at St George's, citing neglect, lack of training among staff, and unprofessional behaviour. Several reviewers have reported instances of poor communication, including not being informed about their relatives' hospital admissions or conditions, and being treated rudely by staff when trying to raise concerns. There are also allegations of residents being left without adequate care, including being neglected in wheelchairs and not receiving help with basic needs.
Families have had varying experiences at Douglas Bank Nursing Home, with some reporting excellent care and kindness from staff, while others have raised concerns about safety and communication. Some relatives have praised the home's welcoming atmosphere and the staff's ability to tailor care to individual needs, while others have experienced incidents that have led to injuries and a lack of explanation from management. The home seems to have been successful in supporting residents with complex needs and helping them to settle in, but there are inconsistencies in the quality of care and communication that need to be addressed.
Families praise the caring and compassionate nature of the staff at Carrington Court, who go above and beyond to support residents and their loved ones, particularly during end of life care. However, some concerns have been raised about staffing levels, which can lead to delays in care and undignified situations for residents. There are also some inconsistencies in the level of compassion and understanding shown by management, highlighting the need for improvements to ensure all residents receive the high standard of care that many families have experienced.
There are 21 CQC-registered Care Homes in Wigan listed on CareFinder, including 2 rated Outstanding and 15 rated Good by the Care Quality Commission.
Weekly fees for Care Homes in Wigan typically range from around £700 to £1650 per week, depending on the type of care, the room and how it's funded. Many homes also accept local-authority and NHS funding.
Care Homes in Wigan offer nursing, dementia, residential. Use the filters above to narrow to the type of care you need.
The Rowans Care Home currently has one of the highest family ratings in Wigan, at 5/5 from 10 Google reviews.
We've collected 121 Google reviews across 14 Care Homes in Wigan, averaging 4.1 out of 5. Each home's page carries a summary of what reviewers consistently mention, so you can see the themes without reading every review.