Little Acre Care Home

Little Acre Care Home is a residential care home in Wigton, Cumberland (CA7 4QH). It holds a CQC rating of Good.

About Little Acre Care Home

Little Acre Care Home is a residential care home in Wigton in Cumberland. We provide a home for older people who need support with daily living, including people living with dementia, and we offer respite stays for those needing care for a short spell. Being a smaller home in a small town is the point rather than a limitation. Everybody knows everybody, there is nowhere for a person to get lost in a system, and the community keeps coming through the door because people living here have often known this part of Cumberland all their lives. Visitors are welcome at whatever hour works for them rather than whatever suits our rota. Coming to live in a care home is a considerable step, and the early weeks count for more than any account of the building. We use them to learn about the person: what they did for a living, what they will not be persuaded to eat, what time breakfast has always been, whether they would rather have company or the door shut and the radio on. Dementia care rests on patience and a recognisable day. We avoid surprising people, we keep routines familiar, and when somebody is distressed we look for the cause rather than simply trying to settle them. At our most recent inspection the Care Quality Commission rated us good overall, and we keep asking residents and relatives what needs to change.

Care provided at Little Acre Care Home

Read the full inspection report on the CQC website.

Common questions about Little Acre Care Home

Where is Little Acre Care Home located?

Little Acre Care Home is a residential care home in Wigton, Cumberland, CA7 4QH. You can view its exact location and get directions from the map on this page.

What type of care does Little Acre Care Home provide?

Little Acre Care Home is registered to provide residential personal care, with support that includes Older person care, Dementia care, Respite care. The full list of services is shown on this page.

What is Little Acre Care Home's CQC rating?

Little Acre Care Home is registered with and inspected by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). Its most recent overall rating is Good following its last inspection on 9 June 2025. You can read the full CQC report from the link on this page.

Does Little Acre Care Home provide dementia care?

Yes. Little Acre Care Home supports people living with dementia. We recommend contacting the home directly to discuss your individual situation.

Does Little Acre Care Home offer respite or short-term care?

Yes. Little Acre Care Home offers respite and short-term care. Availability changes regularly, so it is best to enquire directly.

Questions families ask about Little Acre Care Home

Can Mum or Dad stay here if their dementia gets worse?

Yes. Little Acre Care Home is registered for dementia care, so someone whose needs increase can usually stay rather than move.

Is there a nurse on site if health needs change?

No. Little Acre Care Home is a residential care home without on-site nursing. District nurses and GPs visit, but someone who needs daily nursing may have to move to a nursing home.

Can they try a short stay before deciding?

Yes. Yes. Little Acre Care Home offers respite and short stays, which is a good way to see whether the home is the right fit.

Will they support end of life care, so there is no move at the hardest time?

Ask the home. End of life care is not listed on the register. Ask the manager whether residents can remain in the home with hospice or district nurse support.

Can she bring her cat or dog?

Ask the home. The home has not told us its pet policy yet. Ask directly; some homes allow small pets in residents' rooms or welcome visiting dogs.

Can a couple stay together?

Ask the home. We do not know whether the home has rooms for couples. Ask about shared or adjoining rooms if this matters.

Will the council help pay, or is it self funded only?

Ask the home. The home has not told us which funding it accepts. Most homes take both council funded and self funded residents; ask about council rates and any top up.

Do they take younger adults as well as older people?

No. Little Acre Care Home is registered for older people. Younger adults are not listed.

Can I visit before deciding, and are there visiting hours?

Ask the home. Every home should welcome a visit. Call to arrange one, ideally at a mealtime or during an activity, and ask about visiting hours for family.

Typical weekly fees in the North West

Little Acre Care Home has not published its fees yet. These are typical weekly fees for the North West, so you know roughly what to expect before you call.

Indicative figures for the North West, not a quote from Little Acre Care Home. Actual fees depend on the room, the level of care and how it is funded.

Explore more

More care homes in Wigton

Browse all care homes in Wigton.