What is available?

There are many different types of residential homes in the Wigan borough where a number of people live together, looked after by care staff, 24 hours a day. They are independently run by a variety of private and not-for-profit organisations.

All registered residential care 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.

Residential homes

Who can go into a residential home?

Residential homes are for people over the age of 18 who live in the Wigan borough and who are no longer able to remain living independently at home due to physical or learning disabilities, having mental health needs, 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.

If you need financial support from Wigan Council to enable you to move into a residential home, we will carry out an assessment to work out just how much, and what type of, care you need.

What is an assessment?

 

If, following the assessment, we agree that a residential home is the best place for you to live, we can then advise you on the choice of homes available to meet your needs and also tell you whether they have any vacancies. If you are looking for a residential home in the borough, we can help you to find one in an area near to your own home or close to family and friends. We will encourage you, or your relatives or carer, to visit the home to see if you would be happy there and to ask any questions you may want answering.

People in a home

Choose a home to suit you
Care Needed   
Area   

Can I choose my own home?

Yes if you don't need financial support from Wigan Council, or you just want see what is available, you can use the search facility in the box above. Just enter the type of care needed and the area that you are interested in then click next.

What are the different types of care home?

How much does it cost?

The costs of residential homes vary, often depending on the type of facilities provided and the amount and type of care you need.

Can I get help with the cost?

It is possible. If you want us to arrange a place in a residential home for you, and need financial support from us to help pay for it, then 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 Assessment

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.