Creative Support - Extra Care Services
Creative Support - Extra Care Services is a home care agency in Ashton-under-lyne, Tameside (OL7 0BA). It holds a CQC rating of Good.
About Creative Support - Extra Care Services
We at Creative Support Tameside Extra Care offer compassionate home care across Ashton under Lyne, supporting people to live well and independently in the community they know and love. As a trusted home care provider in Tameside, we bring professional support directly to those who need it, right where they feel most comfortable. Based in the OL postcode area of Ashton under Lyne, our team is ideally placed to reach individuals and families throughout the wider Tameside borough. Operating across the North West, we understand the local community and the importance of familiar surroundings, which is why our care comes to you, in the home you have made your own. Whether you live in a private residence or extra care accommodation, our team works flexibly to fit around your routine, preferences, and the rhythms of daily life. Our specialisms reflect the diverse needs of the people we support. We provide dedicated older person care, helping individuals maintain their independence with dignity as they navigate the changes that come with age. Our dementia care is delivered with patience, understanding, and a person centred approach, recognising that every individual has their own story, preferences, and ways of engaging with the world. For those living with mental health conditions, we offer thoughtful, respectful support that prioritises emotional wellbeing alongside practical assistance. We also support adults living with physical disabilities, helping with everything from personal care and mobility to enabling participation in the activities and routines that matter most. For people with visual or hearing impairment, our team adapts how we communicate and assist, ensuring that sensory needs never become a barrier to receiving warm, attentive care. In practice, this means tailored care plans, consistent staff who get to know each person properly, and a genuine commitment to enhancing quality of life rather than simply meeting basic needs. For families, this breadth of expertise offers real reassurance. You can feel confident that your loved one is being supported by people who understand their condition, respect their individuality, and communicate openly with relatives about how things are going. We know that choosing care is rarely an easy decision, and we work in partnership with families to make the journey feel collaborative rather than daunting. Our quality of care is reflected in our most recent Care Quality Commission inspection, where we were rated Good overall. The CQC also rated us Good across every individual domain, including Safe, Effective, Caring, Responsive, and Well led. This consistent recognition across all areas means that families can trust we meet the standards expected of a reliable home care provider, from how we safeguard the people we support to how our team is managed and how responsive we are to changing needs. If you are exploring home care options in Ashton under Lyne or the wider Tameside area, we would be delighted to hear from you. Whether you are planning ahead, responding to a change in circumstances, or simply gathering information for a relative, please do reach out for a warm, no pressure conversation about how we might be able to help. Choosing the right care should feel like the beginning of a supportive relationship, and we are here to walk that path with you and your family.
Care provided at Creative Support - Extra Care Services
- Older person care
- Dementia care
- Mental health care
- Physical disability support
- Sensory impairment support
- Covers approximately 10 miles
- Last CQC inspection: 25 May 2021
Read the full inspection report on the CQC website.
Common questions about Creative Support - Extra Care Services
Where is Creative Support - Extra Care Services located?
Creative Support - Extra Care Services is a home care agency based in Ashton-under-lyne, Tameside (OL7 0BA), providing care to people in their own homes within approximately 10 miles of the area.
What type of care does Creative Support - Extra Care Services provide?
Creative Support - Extra Care Services is registered to provide care in people’s own homes, with support that includes Older person care, Dementia care, Mental health care, Physical disability support, Sensory impairment support. The full list of services is shown on this page.
What is Creative Support - Extra Care Services's CQC rating?
Creative Support - Extra Care Services is registered with and inspected by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). Its most recent overall rating is Good following its last inspection on 25 May 2021. You can read the full CQC report from the link on this page.
Does Creative Support - Extra Care Services provide dementia care?
Yes. Creative Support - Extra Care Services supports people living with dementia. We recommend contacting the agency directly to discuss your individual situation.
Questions families ask about Creative Support - Extra Care Services
Can they support someone living with dementia at home?
Yes. Yes. Creative Support - Tameside Extra Care Services is registered for dementia care in people's own homes.
Can they help with medication and nursing tasks?
Ask the home. Most home care agencies prompt or give medication but do not provide nursing tasks. Ask what their carers are trained to do.
Do they cover our area?
Yes. Creative Support - Tameside Extra Care Services covers roughly 10 miles from Ashton-under-lyne.
Will the council help pay?
Ask the home. The agency has not told us which funding it accepts. Most take both council funded and self funded clients; a direct payment from the council can be used to pay them.
Typical home care fees in the North West
Creative Support - Tameside Extra Care Services has not published its fees yet. These are typical hourly rates for the North West, so you know roughly what to expect before you call.
- Home care (per hour): £25 to £30 per hour, typical range
Indicative figures for the North West, not a quote from Creative Support - Tameside Extra Care Services. Actual fees depend on the room, the level of care and how it is funded.
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