What is available?
There are many different types of nursing homes in the
Wigan borough where a number of people live together, looked
after by trained nursing staff, available 24 hours a day. They are
independently run by a variety of private and not-for-profit
organisations.
All registered nursing homes are regulated by the Care
Quality Commission so if you are looking for a home yourself visit
their website at www.cqc.org.uk where you will
find general information, star ratings and copies of inspection
reports.
Nursing homes
Who can go into a nursing home?
Nursing homes provide nursing care for people over the age of 18
who live in the Wigan borough and are unable to remain living
independently at home due to physical or learning disabilities,
mental illness, sight or hearing loss, frailty or
illness. In certain circumstances, short term places are also
available for people recovering from a hospital stay or illness, or
to give the person who cares for them a break from their caring
responsibilities.
Please note: Nursing care in your own home is
generally provided by District Nurses but where your nursing needs
require more frequent or specialist care than can be provided by
them, then a nursing home may provide a suitable alternative.
We can arrange an assessment of your needs, including your
nursing care needs, to be carried out by a Social Worker and a
nurse. They will advise you on the choices available so that you
can decide how you wish your need to be met. However, your
choices may be restricted by the nature of your health and
care needs.
Can I choose my own nursing home?
If, following the assessment, we agree that a nursing home is
the best place for you to live, we can recommend all the nursing
homes in the borough that would meet your needs and tell
you whether they have any vacancies.
If there is no one to advise you on your choice we can arrange
for an independent person to provide advice and guidance. We
encourage you, your relatives or carer, to make a considered
decision by visiting the homes to see if you would be happy
there.
If you want to see what is available you can use the search
facility in the box above. Just enter the type of care needed and
the area you are interested in then click next.
What are the different types of care
home?
How much does it cost?
The costs of nursing homes vary, depending on the type of
facilities provided and the amount and type of care you need. Some
staff will be qualified nurses and this means that the charges are
higher than in a residential home.
Can I get help with the cost?
Help towards the cost of nursing home care is provided in part
by the NHS and in part by the Council.
Everyone assessed as requiring a nursing home to meet their
nursing needs is entitled to a contribution of £108.70 per week
from the NHS regardless of their income or savings. This is paid
directly to the Nursing Home.
You may be entitled to financial support from Wigan Council
to cover some of the remaining cost if you are assessed as
requiring a nursing home. We will help you fill out a financial
assessment form to see if you qualify for financial help. To
get a rough idea about of costs you can use this confidential
financial online self assessment. This is for people who want to
work out an estimate of what they may be expected to contribute
towards Residential and Nursing Care charges.
Please be aware that this calculator will only provide an
estimate of what you may have to contribute. Actual charges
may differ and you will be required to complete an application for
financial assistance and provide photocopies of all income, savings
and relevant expenditure.
If you are part of a married couple or living with your partner
it may be beneficial for you to have a joint assessment. This
form cannot estimate joint assessments and you would need to
complete both your details on the Application for Financial
Assistance. A Financial Assessment Officer will then
calculate the cheapest option for you. For further
information follow this link:
Joint Couples Financial
Asessment
When putting in your details please ensure that you click on the
calculate button after you have inputted or changed an amount. You
may wish to print a copy of the form for yourself. For a
short stay in residential care follow the short term
calculator. For a long stay follow the the long term
caclualtor.
Short Term Financial Calculator
Long Term Financial Calculator
You can also get rough idea of costs by contacting the
residential team on 01942 827841 or 01942
827851 for a quick, confidential, provisional financial
self assessment.
More
information about paying for Residential and Nursing Home
Care
Age UK Wigan Borough Care Homes Admissions Service
If you're thinking of moving into residential or nursing care,
whether you live at home or are about to be discharged from
hospital, this service can help you. More information about
Age UK
Wigan Borough's Care Homes Admissions Service.
How to get in touch
The Wigan Council Central Duty Team is the first point of
contact for all referrals and general enquiries. You can
contact them from 8.45am to 8pm, Monday to Friday and 8.45am
to 1pm Saturday 01942 828777.
When you contact us we'll discuss your situation over the phone.
Depending on your personal situation, we may follow this up with a
visit to your home to talk about your needs, discuss what help is
available and what type of home would best meet your needs.