Dementia Care Homes in Widnes 5 dementia care homes · 2 rated Good by CQC
- 2 Good
- 3 Requires improvement
Of the 10 CQC registered care homes in Widnes, 5 are registered for dementia care. Of those, 2 are rated Good, 3 Requires improvement. 3 of the 5 were last inspected more than three years ago.
Source: Care Quality Commission register, kept up to date as ratings change.
All 5 dementia care homes in Widnes
View Care Home Care home in Widnes · Rated Requires improvement by CQC
CQC: requires improvement
1 Sadler Street, Widnes, Halton WA8 6LN
0.6 miles away
Weekly fees
£800 to £1,050 regional guide for the North West, ask the home
Nursing on site
No, residential
Short stays
Yes, respite
CQC rated
May 2025
Run by
Hill Care 1 Limited
Local authority: Halton Borough Council · Check what you would pay
- Care Home
Halton View Care Home is a residential home in Widnes, caring for older people who need support with everyday life, including residents living with dementia. What we provide is help with the ordinary business of the day: assistance to wash and dress, medication managed properly and on time, meals cooked on the premises, support to get about safely and staff available through the night. For residents living with dementia we keep the rhythm of the day predictable and the staff around them consistent, and we lean on what families can tell us about a person's history. We should be straightforward with you about our position. Our most recent overall rating from the Care Quality Commission is requires improvement. We have been working through the points raised, particularly around record keeping, staff supervision and the consistency of care planning, and we would encourage anyone considering the home to ask us about that directly rather than take our word for it. Relatives are involved in that work, since they are best placed to judge whether things have actually improved. Respite stays are available alongside permanent places. Families across Halton are welcome to visit and ask us anything.
- Older Person Care
- Dementia Care
- Respite Care
Oakmeadow Community Support Centre Care home in Widnes · Rated Requires improvement by CQC
CQC: requires improvement
Peelhouse Lane, Widnes, Halton WA8 6TJ
0.6 miles away
Weekly fees
£800 to £1,050 regional guide for the North West, ask the home
Nursing on site
No, residential
Short stays
Yes, respite
CQC rated
Apr 2020 over 6 years ago, ask what has changed
Run by
Halton Borough Council
Local authority: Halton Borough Council · Check what you would pay
- Care Home
Oakmeadow Community Support Centre in Widnes is a care home supporting adults with a wide range of needs, including older people, people living with dementia, adults with a learning disability, autistic adults, people with mental health needs, people with physical disabilities and people with a visual or hearing impairment. We also support younger adults and offer respite stays. We will start with our last inspection rather than leave you to find it. The Care Quality Commission rated us requires improvement overall. We accepted the findings and worked through them with the team. The effort has gone into the things that affect people directly, which are safe medication practice, keeping staffing consistent so people are supported by workers who know them, and making sure a concern raised by a resident, a relative or an advocate reaches a manager and gets a proper answer. What we are working towards is unchanged. Everyone here has a plan agreed with them, covering how they like to be supported and what they want their days to hold. People choose when to get up, what to eat and how much company they want. Where somebody does not use speech, we learn how they do communicate and make sure the team knows. When someone becomes distressed we look for the cause rather than the quickest way to stop it. Please come and visit, ask us about the inspection and see the place as it is now.
- Older Person Care
- Dementia Care
- Learning Disability / Autism
- Mental Health
- Physical Disability
- Visual / Hearing Impairment
- Younger Adults
- Respite Care
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Hall Care home in Widnes · Rated Requires improvement by CQC
CQC: requires improvement
Coronation Drive, Widnes, Halton WA8 8BL
1.6 miles away
Weekly fees
£800 to £1,050 regional guide for the North West, ask the home
Nursing on site
No, residential
Short stays
Yes, respite
CQC rated
Mar 2023 over 3 years ago, ask what has changed
Run by
Anchor Hanover Group
Local authority: Halton Borough Council · Check what you would pay
- Care Home
We are Widnes Hall, a residential care home in Widnes. We look after older people, including those living with dementia, and we take respite bookings for shorter stays. Our most recent overall rating from the Care Quality Commission is requires improvement, and we are not going to write around it. We have looked closely at what the inspection found, changed how care is planned, recorded and reviewed, and strengthened the training and supervision of our staff. Our progress is being monitored, and we tell relatives the same things we tell the regulator. What we are working to protect while we do that is ordinary life here. People arrive with their own furniture, pictures and habits, and those come first. What time you wake, where you take your breakfast, whether you feel sociable today or would rather sit quietly: those remain your decisions. For people living with dementia, the useful work is in the detail, knowing somebody's history and the work they did, recognising early what tends to unsettle them, and going at their pace rather than the rota's. If you are considering Widnes Hall for someone, please come and see us and ask about the rating directly. We would rather answer that fully than have it hanging over the conversation.
- Older Person Care
- Dementia Care
- Respite Care
Madeline McKenna Court Care home in Widnes · Rated Good by CQC
CQC: good
7 Caxton Close, Widnes, Halton WA8 4DY
1.9 miles away
Weekly fees
£800 to £1,050 regional guide for the North West, ask the home
Nursing on site
No, residential
Short stays
Yes, respite
CQC rated
Feb 2019 over 7 years ago, ask what has changed
Run by
Halton Borough Council
Local authority: Halton Borough Council · Check what you would pay
- Care Home
We at Madeline McKenna Court are proud to offer compassionate residential care in the heart of Widnes, Halton. As a dedicated residential care home, we provide a warm and welcoming environment where older people, younger adults, and those living with dementia can feel truly at home. Nestled within the familiar surroundings of Widnes in the North West, our home benefits from its setting within a community that residents and families know well. The local area offers a comforting backdrop for daily life, allowing loved ones to remain close to the places, people, and memories that matter most. Within our walls, we strive to create a homely atmosphere where comfort, dignity, and individuality are at the centre of everything we do. Our specialisms reflect the diverse needs of those we welcome through our doors. For older people, we provide attentive residential support that balances independence with the reassurance of help being on hand whenever it is needed. For residents living with dementia, our approach is gentle, person centred, and rooted in understanding. We recognise that each individual's journey with dementia is unique, and we take time to learn each person's history, preferences, and routines so that daily life feels familiar and reassuring. We also extend our care to younger adults whose needs may benefit from a supportive residential setting, ensuring that every resident, whatever their age or circumstances, feels valued and understood. For families, this breadth of care means peace of mind. Knowing that a loved one is supported by a team committed to their wellbeing, social engagement, and personal dignity can ease the worry that often accompanies the search for the right home. We encourage family involvement and believe that strong relationships between residents, relatives, and our team are central to delivering meaningful care. Our commitment to quality is reflected in our most recent Care Quality Commission inspection, where we were rated Good overall. This rating extends across every domain assessed, including how safe, effective, caring, responsive, and well led our home is. Achieving Good in all five areas demonstrates a consistent standard of care and a culture in which residents are treated with kindness, listened to, and supported by a team that takes pride in doing things well. Choosing a care home is one of the most important decisions a family can make, and we understand the weight of that choice. If you are exploring residential or dementia care options in Widnes or the wider Halton area, we warmly invite you to get in touch with Madeline McKenna Court. We would be delighted to answer your questions, share more about daily life at our home, and help you feel confident that your loved one will be cared for with the warmth, respect, and professionalism they deserve.
- Older Person Care
- Dementia Care
- Younger Adults
- Respite Care
Trewan House Care Home Care home in Widnes · Rated Good by CQC
CQC: good
335 Ditchfield Road, Widnes, Halton WA8 8XR
2.0 miles away
Weekly fees
£800 to £1,050 regional guide for the North West, ask the home
Nursing on site
No, residential
Short stays
Yes, respite
CQC rated
Feb 2026
Run by
CARECONCEPTS (CHESHIRE) LTD
Local authority: Halton Borough Council · Check what you would pay
- Care Home
We at Trewan House Care Home are proud to offer warm, dedicated residential care in the heart of Widnes, providing a true home from home for older people, including those living with dementia. Nestled within the welcoming community of Halton in the North West, our home has been thoughtfully designed to support comfort, dignity, and meaningful daily living. Our setting in the WA postcode area places us within easy reach for visiting family and friends, whilst offering residents a peaceful and familiar environment in which to settle and thrive. The local surroundings of Widnes provide a friendly backdrop, and our home itself is arranged to feel calm, homely, and reassuring, with communal spaces where residents can socialise, relax, or quietly enjoy their day at their own pace. Specialising in older person care, residential care, and dementia care, we understand that every resident who joins us brings their own life story, preferences, and routines. Our approach is centred on truly knowing the people we support, so that care feels personal rather than procedural. For families considering residential care for a loved one, this means peace of mind that their relative will be treated with kindness, patience, and respect every single day. For those living with dementia, our team is attentive to the importance of consistency, familiarity, and gentle encouragement, helping residents to feel safe and understood whilst maintaining as much independence as possible. In practice, this looks like supporting each resident with the everyday moments that matter, whether that is enjoying a favourite meal, sharing a chat over a cup of tea, taking part in activities suited to their interests, or simply being supported with personal care in a way that preserves their dignity. We work closely with families, recognising that you remain an essential part of your loved one's life, and we welcome open communication so that you always feel informed and involved. We are pleased that the Care Quality Commission has rated our home as Good overall, with Good ratings across all five domains of Safe, Effective, Caring, Responsive, and Well-led. This consistent recognition reflects the genuine commitment of our team to deliver care that is not only of a reliable standard but also compassionate, thoughtful, and tailored to the people who live with us. For families, a Good rating across every area offers reassurance that the home is well managed, that residents are listened to, and that safety and wellbeing sit at the heart of everything we do. Choosing the right care home is one of the most important decisions a family can make, and we understand the emotions that come with it. If you are exploring options for a loved one in Widnes or the wider Halton area, we warmly invite you to get in touch with Trewan House Care Home. We would be delighted to answer your questions, share more about daily life here, and help you feel confident that your family member will be welcomed into a place where they are valued, supported, and truly cared for.
- Older Person Care
- Dementia Care
- Respite Care
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What dementia care homes cost in Widnes, per week
| Type of care | What the council pays | What self-funders are typically asked |
|---|---|---|
| Residential care Middle half of prices from 20 North West homes. Median £1,409. | Varies by council | £1,249 to £1,514 |
| Nursing care England figure, because too few North West homes publish this price. 140 homes. Median £1,916. | Varies by council | £1,600 to £2,071 |
| Residential dementia care Most relevant to this page Middle half of prices from 17 North West homes. Median £1,533. | Not published separately | £1,372 to £1,648 |
| Nursing dementia care Most relevant to this page England figure, because too few North West homes publish this price. 75 homes. Median £2,050. | Not published separately | £1,890 to £2,221 |
Published prices are often starting prices, and come from homes that publish fees, so treat them as a guide. What a council pays differs from council to council. Ask the home for its own price. Powered by Orrery Intelligence.
CQC inspection dates for dementia care homes in Widnes
Inspected most recently
- Trewan House Care Home 16 February 2026, Good
- Halton View Care Home 14 May 2025, Requires improvement
- Widnes Hall 18 March 2023, Requires improvement
Longest since a CQC report
- Madeline McKenna Court 28 February 2019, Good
- Oakmeadow Community Support Centre 24 April 2020, Requires improvement
- Widnes Hall 18 March 2023, Requires improvement
Arranging and funding a dementia care home place in Widnes
Dementia registration is a starting point rather than a guarantee, and the practice behind it varies considerably. What counts is whether staff are trained to respond to confusion and distress rather than contain it, whether the building helps people find their way, and whether a resident who walks frequently has somewhere safe to do so. Ask how many staff hold dementia training and how often it is refreshed.
Where the grades sit
Madeline McKenna Court and Trewan House Care Home are each rated Good. Widnes Hall, Oakmeadow Community Support Centre and Halton View Care Home currently hold ratings of Requires Improvement. A lower grade is not an instruction to look elsewhere, but with three of the five in that position the reports need reading before anything is decided.
Questions these reports make necessary
Where a home sits below Good, ask which of the five assessed areas fell short, what has changed since and whether there is an action plan to see. Ask about staff turnover, since unstable staffing often sits behind weaker findings and matters doubly to someone with memory loss. Ask the council too whether homes beyond the immediate area could be considered.
Choosing between dementia care homes in Widnes
The assessment comes before any contract and decides whether residential dementia care is the right level of support at all. It is free, anyone may request it, and a relative can do so with the person's consent. Halton Borough Council is responsible for that assessment and for the financial assessment that follows it, and a carer living with the person is entitled to one of their own.
How the financial assessment works
Savings, income and, in a permanent placement, usually the value of a property are measured against the national capital thresholds. Capital above the upper threshold means fees are met privately. Below the lower threshold only income is counted, with a weekly personal allowance protected, and a deferred payment arrangement can delay the sale of a house.
Costs and the allowances worth claiming
Residential dementia care is priced below nursing care because the support is personal rather than clinical. Attendance allowance and the daily living part of personal independence payment are not means tested and are frequently overlooked by people funding themselves. Where a council contribution falls short of a home's private rate, establish in writing whether a third party payment is expected and who would be liable for it.
Frequently asked questions about dementia care homes in Widnes
How many dementia care homes are there in Widnes?
Widnes has 5 CQC registered care homes that are registered for dementia care, out of 10 CQC registered care homes in Widnes: 2 Good, 3 Requires improvement. Counts come from the CQC register and are kept up to date as ratings change.
Which dementia care homes in Widnes were inspected most recently?
Trewan House Care Home (16 February 2026), Halton View Care Home (14 May 2025) and Widnes Hall (18 March 2023) have the most recent CQC reports.
Which homes in Widnes provide dementia care?
Five residential care homes covering Widnes are registered to support people living with dementia: Madeline McKenna Court, Trewan House Care Home, Widnes Hall, Oakmeadow Community Support Centre and Halton View Care Home. Madeline McKenna Court and Trewan House Care Home are rated Good by the Care Quality Commission. Widnes Hall, Oakmeadow Community Support Centre and Halton View Care Home currently hold ratings of Requires Improvement. Each profile links through to the inspection report behind its grade.
What should be asked when visiting a dementia care home in Widnes?
Ask what proportion of staff hold dementia training, how often it is refreshed and how high turnover is, since familiar faces matter a great deal to someone with memory loss. Ask how the home responds to distress or agitation and whether any restrictive practice is used. Where a home holds Requires Improvement, ask what has changed since the inspection and ask to see the action plan. Visit at a mealtime and watch how residents needing help to eat are supported.
What is the difference between a dementia care home and a dementia nursing home?
A dementia care home provides residential personal care, covering help with washing, dressing, meals, prompting medication and supervision day and night. A dementia nursing home adds registered nurses on duty at all hours and can manage clinical needs such as wound care, tube feeding or palliative nursing. Many people live well in residential dementia care for years and only need nursing in the later stages. All five homes listed for Widnes are residential rather than nursing.
Can Halton Borough Council fund a dementia care placement?
Halton Borough Council can fund or part fund a placement where the needs assessment confirms residential dementia care is appropriate and the financial assessment shows capital below the upper threshold. Anyone above that threshold meets the fees privately, although the needs assessment is still worth having on record. A deferred payment agreement may be available where most of the capital is held in a property. Where the council rate falls short of a home's fee, ask in writing who would cover the difference.
How is a care needs assessment arranged in Widnes?
Ask Halton Borough Council for an adult social care needs assessment, which anyone can request, including a relative acting with the person's consent. There is no charge and the outcome does not depend on income or savings. An assessor will look at memory, daily living, mobility, medication and night time needs before recommending a level of care. The assessment can also cover whether homes beyond the immediate area should be looked at.
How far ahead should a family start looking?
Start early even where a move still feels distant, because dementia progresses unevenly and the decision often arrives sooner than expected. Allow longer than usual here, since most of this list needs its reports read carefully before a visit is worthwhile. A crisis admission or hospital discharge rarely allows that kind of preparation. It is also worth asking the council early about options a little further afield.
Other types of care in Widnes
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Local authority support in Widnes
Halton Borough Council arranges and funds adult social care in this area. Use these official council links to check funding, request an assessment and get support.
Adult social care website Halton Borough Council
Guides for choosing a dementia care home
Plain-English advice on choosing and paying for dementia care homes.
- Dementia Care Specialists, Explained in Plain English 12 min read
- What Is a Care Home? A Plain English Guide for Families 8 min read
- Residential Care Homes: Costs, Eligibility, Types and How to Choose the Right Care Home 13 min read
- NHS Continuing Healthcare (CHC), Explained in Plain English 12 min read
Free care planning tools
Tools to help you understand your options, check funding eligibility, and plan ahead.
- Personalised Assistant Answer a few questions and get a tailored list of suitable care homes.
- Concierge Answer 13 questions about care needs, location, and preferences to receive a personalised shortlist of matched homes.
- Funding Calculator Estimate how much care will cost and what financial support may be available.
- CHC Assessment Check whether your relative may qualify for NHS Continuing Healthcare funding.
- CHC DST Assessment Complete the Decision Support Tool used in NHS CHC funding assessments.
- Map Explorer Browse care homes near you on an interactive map.
Provider information is sourced from the Care Quality Commission (CQC), last updated October 2026.