Heliosa Nursing Home
Heliosa Nursing Home is a nursing home in Congleton, Cheshire East (CW12 3JA). It holds a CQC rating of Good.
About Heliosa Nursing Home
At Heliosa Nursing Home in Congleton, Cheshire East, we provide nursing and residential care for people with a wide range of needs and backgrounds. We support older adults, younger adults, and people living with dementia, learning disabilities, autism, mental health conditions, physical disabilities, and visual or hearing impairments. We also offer respite care for those who need a shorter stay, whether planned or at short notice. We are proud to hold a Good rating from the Care Quality Commission, which reflects the consistent effort our whole team puts into making sure everyone in our care feels safe, respected, and genuinely looked after. That rating matters to us, but so does the quieter, everyday work of getting to know each person properly and understanding what good care actually looks like for them individually. Dementia care is a significant part of what we do, and we take time to understand each person's history, routines, and preferences so that life here feels familiar and reassuring rather than unsettling. The same thoughtful approach applies across all of our specialisms. We recognise that people coming to us may be navigating some of the most difficult moments in their lives, and we try to make that experience as comfortable and as human as possible. We work closely with families and loved ones, keeping communication open and welcoming their involvement in care decisions wherever that is wanted. We also liaise regularly with community health professionals, GPs, and specialist teams to make sure each person receives the right level of clinical and personal support. If you are considering Heliosa for yourself or someone close to you, we warmly encourage you to get in touch or come and visit. Seeing the home for yourself and meeting the team is always the best way to get a real sense of whether we are the right fit.
Care provided at Heliosa Nursing Home
- Older person care
- Dementia care
- Mental health care
- Learning disability and autism support
- Physical disability support
- Sensory impairment support
- Younger adults care
- Respite care
- Last CQC inspection: 11 June 2021
Read the full inspection report on the CQC website.
How Heliosa Nursing Home compares in Cheshire East
Measured against the 97 care homes for older people registered in Cheshire East. The dark dot is this home.
- Size
- 52 places. Larger than 54 of the 97 homes. The local average is 49 places.
- CQC rating
- Good. 68 of the 97 homes (70%) are rated Good or Outstanding. Across Cheshire East the figure is 70%.
- Latest report
- 11 June 2021. 46 of the 97 homes have published a newer inspection report since.
- Registered
- January 2011. 64 of the 97 homes registered more recently.
- Care offered
- Nursing and dementia care. Of the 97 homes, 58 offer nursing care and 75 offer dementia care.
- Food hygiene
- 5 out of 5. The top rating, shared by 75 of the 78 homes that have one.
Powered by Orrery Intelligence. Data: CQC register and Food Standards Agency ratings. Counts cover registered care homes for older people in Cheshire East.
The local picture: Cheshire East
What the numbers say about care for older people in Cheshire East.
What care costs in Cheshire East, per week
| Type of care | What the council pays | What self-funders are typically asked |
|---|
| Residential care | £921 | £1,249 to £1,514 (North West figure, because too few Cheshire East homes publish this price. 20 homes. Median £1,409.) |
| Nursing care | £1,108 | £1,600 to £2,071 (England figure, because too few Cheshire East homes publish this price. 140 homes. Median £1,916.) |
| Residential dementia care | Not published separately | £1,372 to £1,648 (North West figure, because too few Cheshire East homes publish this price. 17 homes. Median £1,533.) |
| Nursing dementia care | Not published separately | £1,890 to £2,221 (England figure, because too few Cheshire East homes publish this price. 75 homes. Median £2,050.) |
Published prices are often starting prices, and come from homes that publish fees, so treat them as a guide. Ask the home for its own price.
- People aged 75 and over: 51,700. Rising to 60,600 by 2035, up 17%
- People aged 85 and over: 13,900. Rising to 21,300 by 2035, up 53%
- Living with dementia, aged 65 and over (estimate): 6,700. Rising to 8,600 by 2035, up 28%
- Dementia diagnosis rate: 67%. The NHS ambition is 67%.
- Care home beds per 1,000 people aged 75+: 86
- Care homes, last 12 months: 0 opened, 0 closed. 10 changed owner, covering 552 beds.
- Care home beds filled across Cheshire East: 86%. The 12 month average is 86%.
- Who pays, across Cheshire East (estimate): 32% council, 46% self. The rest is NHS funded or other.
Powered by Orrery Intelligence. Market model built 22 October 2026 (ONS 2022 based population projections, dementia estimates, CQC register), published care home prices, council planning records.
Good to know about Heliosa Nursing Home
Facts from public registers, and what is close by.
- Registered with CQC
- 28 January 2011, so 15 years.
- Food hygiene rating
- 5 out of 5. Very good. Last inspected by the local council on 17 January 2025.
- Run by
- Takepart Limited, which runs this service only.
Sources: CQC register, Food Standards Agency, OpenStreetMap contributors. Distances are in a straight line from the postcode, not walking or driving routes.
Local services near Heliosa Nursing Home
The closest places to this home, measured in a straight line from its postcode. They are the nearest, not necessarily the ones the home uses. Ask the home which GP, dentist and pharmacy its residents are registered with.
Nearest 24 hour A&E
- Macclesfield District General Hospital, Macclesfield, 7.9 miles away
It is about 7.9 miles in a straight line from the postcode. The drive is usually longer. In an emergency call 999; the ambulance may take you elsewhere.
Nearest GP practices
Nearest dentists
Nearest pharmacies
Nearest railway stations
- Congleton Station, 0.5 miles away
- Kidsgrove Station, 5.1 miles away
- Alsager Station, 6.2 miles away
Around Heliosa Nursing Home
- H: Heliosa Nursing Home
- A: 24 hour A&E
- G: GP practice
- D: Dentist
- P: Pharmacy
- S: Railway station
Straight line distances, not routes. Places very close to the home are spread out slightly so they can be told apart.
Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Practice and pharmacy details from the NHS England Organisation Data Service. A&E sites from NHS England A&E data and the Organisation Data Service. Railway stations from the Department for Transport NaPTAN dataset. Distances are straight line and approximate.
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Common questions about Heliosa Nursing Home
Where is Heliosa Nursing Home located?
Heliosa Nursing Home is a nursing home in Congleton, Cheshire East, CW12 3JA. You can view its exact location and get directions from the map on this page.
What type of care does Heliosa Nursing Home provide?
Heliosa Nursing Home is registered to provide nursing and personal care, with support that includes Older person care, Dementia care, Mental health care, Learning disability and autism support, Physical disability support, Sensory impairment support. The full list of services is shown on this page.
What is Heliosa Nursing Home's CQC rating?
Heliosa Nursing Home is registered with and inspected by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). Its most recent overall rating is Good following its last inspection on 11 June 2021. You can read the full CQC report from the link on this page.
Does Heliosa Nursing Home provide dementia care?
Yes. Heliosa Nursing Home supports people living with dementia. We recommend contacting the home directly to discuss your individual situation.
Does Heliosa Nursing Home offer respite or short-term care?
Yes. Heliosa Nursing Home offers respite and short-term care. Availability changes regularly, so it is best to enquire directly.
Questions families ask about Heliosa Nursing Home
Can Mum or Dad stay here if their dementia gets worse?
Yes. Heliosa Nursing 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?
Yes. Yes. Heliosa Nursing Home is registered to provide nursing care, so registered nurses are part of the team.
Can they try a short stay before deciding?
Yes. Yes. Heliosa Nursing 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?
Yes. Yes. Heliosa Nursing Home supports younger adults as well as older people.
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
Heliosa Nursing 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.
- Residential care: £800 to £1,050 per week per person, typical range
- Dementia care: £900 to £1,150 per week per person, typical range
- Nursing care: £1,000 to £1,300 per week per person, typical range
Indicative figures for the North West, not a quote from Heliosa Nursing Home. Actual fees depend on the room, the level of care and how it is funded.
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