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A great deal of attention is paid to residents' long term health and fitness, with the home running a popular activities programme that looks to encourage hobbies and mobility as much...
Care Provided by Ancliffe
Primary Care Categories
- Older Person Care
- Dementia
- Learning Disability / Autism
- Mental Health Condition
- Physical Disability
Length of Stay
- Permanent Care
- Respite Care
Care Types Provided
- Residential Care
- Dementia Residential Care
- For a maximum of 40 Service Users
Dementia Care TypesMild Dementia
Someone living with our definition of "mild dementia" might experience some or all of the following:
- Memory problems such as misplacing items and not be able to recall recent events (however, in some forms of dementia a person's memory may be unchanged)
- Difficulties thinking through problems and planning, making decisions
- Language and communication issues such as finding it difficult to recall the appropriate word in a conversation or following a conversation
- Poor orientation, getting lost in areas previously familiar to them
- Difficulty judging distances (more falls than usual)
- Changes in their normal mood including anxiety and depression
- In certain types of dementia, personality and behaviour changes may be present alongside or instead of issues with memory or concentration.
Moderate Dementia
Someone living with our definition of "moderate dementia" might experience some or all of the following:
- Worsened memory problems. Not always recognising own family members and friends. Repeating the same questions over and over again
- Worsened language and communication issues, forgetting what they are saying mid-sentence. Not being able to understand what someone else is saying
- More frequent confusion, e.g. about the time of day or where they are, including their own home
- Apathy, depression and anxiety
- Believing things that aren't true (paranoia)
- Frequent hallucinations
- Lack of emotional control, quick to anger, fearfulness, sadness
- Loss of inhibition
- Difficulties sleeping or waking during the night and behaving as though it is daytime - loss of circadian rhythm.
Advanced Dementia
Someone living with our definition of "severe dementia" might experience some or all of the following:
- Severe memory problems. Not recognising family members and friends. Not being able to recall their own name
- Severe language and communication issues, not being able to understand what someone else is saying
- Severe confusion, e.g. about the time of day or where they are, including their own home
- Apathy, depression and anxiety
- Believing things that aren't true (paranoia)
- Frequent hallucinations
- Lack of emotional control, quick to anger, fearfulness, sadness
- Loss of inhibition
- Difficulties sleeping or waking during the night and behaving as though it is daytime - loss of circadian rhythm.
Verbally or physically aggressive behaviour
If your loved one displays this type of behaviour you may need a care home that has specially trained staff. Verbal/physical aggression is often defined:
- Consistent shouting and screaming
- Verbal abuse
- Physical abuse
How we define Dementia Care Types
Mild Dementia
Someone living with our definition of "mild dementia" might experience some or all of the following:
- Memory problems such as misplacing items and not be able to recall recent events (however, in some forms of dementia a person's memory may be unchanged)
- Difficulties thinking through problems and planning, making decisions
- Language and communication issues such as finding it difficult to recall the appropriate word in a conversation or following a conversation
- Poor orientation, getting lost in areas previously familiar to them
- Difficulty judging distances (more falls than usual)
- Changes in their normal mood including anxiety and depression
- In certain types of dementia, personality and behaviour changes may be present alongside or instead of issues with memory or concentration.
Moderate Dementia
Someone living with our definition of "moderate dementia" might experience some or all of the following:
- Worsened memory problems. Not always recognising own family members and friends. Repeating the same questions over and over again
- Worsened language and communication issues, forgetting what they are saying mid-sentence. Not being able to understand what someone else is saying
- More frequent confusion, e.g. about the time of day or where they are, including their own home
- Apathy, depression and anxiety
- Believing things that aren't true (paranoia)
- Frequent hallucinations
- Lack of emotional control, quick to anger, fearfulness, sadness
- Loss of inhibition
- Difficulties sleeping or waking during the night and behaving as though it is daytime - loss of circadian rhythm.
Advanced Dementia
Someone living with our definition of "severe dementia" might experience some or all of the following:
- Severe memory problems. Not recognising family members and friends. Not being able to recall their own name
- Severe language and communication issues, not being able to understand what someone else is saying
- Severe confusion, e.g. about the time of day or where they are, including their own home
- Apathy, depression and anxiety
- Believing things that aren't true (paranoia)
- Frequent hallucinations
- Lack of emotional control, quick to anger, fearfulness, sadness
- Loss of inhibition
- Difficulties sleeping or waking during the night and behaving as though it is daytime - loss of circadian rhythm.
Verbally or physically aggressive behaviour
If your loved one displays this type of behaviour you may need a care home that has specially trained staff. Verbal/physical aggression is often defined:
- Consistent shouting and screaming
- Verbal abuse
- Physical abuse
How we define Dementia Care Types
- Mild Dementia
Other Care Provided
- Parkinson's Disease
- Stroke
- Palliative / End of Life Care
- COPD/Pulmonary Disease
- Convalescent Care
- Day Care
Facilities
- Own Furniture if required
- Pet Friendly (or by arrangement)
- Smoking not permitted
- Close to Local shops
- Near Public Transport
- Wheelchair Access
- Ground Floor Accommodation only
- Gardens
- Residents Kitchenette
- Television point in own room
- Residents Internet Access
Funding & Fees
Weekly Charges per Person
Please note these fees are from 1st April 2026 and we do not have specialist Dementia care
The price(s) shown are provided by the care home. Contact Ancliffe for full pricing details and T&Cs.
Contact Ancliffe to confirm what's included and get a personalised quote:
Funding Types Accepted
- Self-Funding (Private)
- Local Authority with Top-up
- Local Authority
- NHS Continuing Healthcare (CHC)
Good to Know
Group / Owner
- Minster Care Group
- Private Owned
Person in charge
- Joy Hogarth(Home Manager)
Local Authority / Social Services
Admission Information
- Ages 55+
Care Home Design/Build
- Purpose Built: Yes
- Number of floors: 1
Room Information
- Single Rooms (40)
Ancliffe Reviews (25)
Ancliffe has a Review Score of 9.1 (9.130) out of 10, based on 7 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Ancliffe has 25 reviews.
Staff really friendly + helpful my friend/neighbour can be hard work but they have been brilliant with her. Home is immaculatley clean + tidy
Thank you for your comments they are appreciated, staff at Ancliffe really enjoy receiving such positive feedback from Family and friends
My auntie is so happy at Ancliffe Care Home, and that means everything to me. From the very beginning the staff have been amazing, welcoming and incredibly supportive. They treat her with real dignity and care. It's clear they genuinely look after all the residents. The home is always clean, and has such a friendly, homely atmosphere. She enjoys the activities and the company. It is such a comfort knowing she feels safe and settled. I am truly grateful to the whole team at Ancliffe for the amazing job they do. Anyone looking to put a family member into care. Ancliffe is the best.
Your Auntie is special part of our family at Ancliffe
My dad has been a resident at Ancliffe for over 2 years, and is extremely happy and settled. Dad has Parkinson's, but is mentally in excellent condition. The staff are amazing, caring and lovely people. They spend time chatting with dad and are also welcoming on our frequent visits. Dad has been very ill this summer, after a fall and fractured femur. The staff have gone out of their way to care for him and support him. He calls it home. Ancliffe might not have the best kerb appeal, and the rooms may be small, but it is a home filled with love and care - it is brilliant, and we as a family love it and the staff.
Your dad is a very loved by all staff and residents. Thank you for taking the time to complete this survey for us. We loved all the comments and feedback on how to improve the home and its environment
Care home is good and staff very polite and very caring with the patients, do not know how the food is as I haven't seen any. Can not as my sister in law as she is unable to tell me. The home is very clean. Thank you.
Thankyou for taking the time to complete a postcard. We appreciate all feedback as this helps us create a nicer environment for our residents including there own friends and family
My dad has been in Ancliffe for 2 and half years. The staff have cared for him with dignity and respect. My dad has always felt safe and enjoyed his in Ancliffe. Dad sadly became unwell and got poorly. The staff in Ancliffe care for dad throughout his short end of life journey. He had wanted to end his days in Ancliffe and this was made possible. The staff also went above and beyond to make sure myself and extended family had everything we needed. I will never forget how lovely everyone was to my dad and myself. He received exceptional care.
This is so nice to hear, thank you for your kind words, I am so blessed to have a wonderful team who care for residents like they are their own family. Warmest wishes to you and all the family, we will be thinking about you, especially during the festive period.
The staff at Ancliffe are amazing, they go out of their way to help and care for residents. When my grandad was on end-of-life care, their compassion and empathy were outstanding. They supported us through a really difficult time and ensured our last days were pleasant and my grandad was comfortable and well looked after. He was in Ancliffe for two and a half years and he really settled and enjoyed it. The staff make this place.
Thank you so much for your kind words, this means so much to us. I am blessed as a manager to have such a fantastic team who always go the extra mile to care for both residents and their loved ones.
My Mum has been living here for several years and is very happy. In fact, it makes me smile and happy when I take her back to my house or out for the afternoon when she says I need to go back they will be worrying about where I am. Also when I go to her room she shows me how nice to is and how happy she is in it. The staff are lovely and she never complains about them. I would be happy living in Ancliffe if I needed care.
Thank you for sharing such positive feedback. We're thrilled to hear that your mum is happy and comfortable at Ancliffe. I will share your kind sentiments with the home team.
The whole of the staff made our dad's 1st stay there a very pleasant one. We as a family felt assured that he was in the best and safe hands whilst our mum had a hip replacement. Amazing team and thank you.
Thank you so much for a brilliant review! We aim to do our best at all times and teamwork is paramount in providing excellent care for our residents.
Ever since my mum came in permanently last August she's been treated with dignity and respect. It's put our minds at rest knowing she is looked after like she would be at home and she's safe. All the staff and carers are lovely and really good at their jobs.
Thank you for the lovely comment and taking the time to complete this review. Your mum is well-loved and is definitely part of the Ancliffe family
Always feel Mum is safe when she's in there, and when I visit, the staff are all really lovely, and I feel that they genuinely love all the residents. Mum took a few months to settle when she went in, thankful, the Covid restrictions had lifted so we could visit anytime. Always activities going on, and we try and support them whenever we can. We are so lucky she's in Ancliffe, now she's in a routine and has made friends with other residents and staff. I have great communication with the staff.
Thank you for your brilliant comments! These are a real morale booster. We also feel relatives are able to speak freely and raise any issues with staff. We want Ancliffe to be a great home where residents live a happy fulfilled life
My mother has been in Ancliffe for 18 months. The staff are fabulous each and every one of them goes out of their way to provide excellent care and support. The home is very clean and fresh and visiting without prior booking is available 24 hours. Well done everyone who work here, you are all brilliant. Thank you to you all.
Thank you for choosing Ancliffe Care Home for your mother's care. We appreciate you recognising our staff's efforts and are glad to hear your mother is at ease with us. I'll forward your warm sentiments to our home team.
My husband is so well cared for with dignity and friendliness. Looked after as I would. The staff are welcoming and approachable, Nothing is too much trouble. Cannot praise everyone enough.
Thank you for the lovely comment. We always look after loved ones. Our residents mean the world to us all as a team at Ancliffe.
Well done everyone your all amazing.
It is our pleasure to care for your mum. Thank you for recognising our team's efforts and we continue to provide high-quality care to our residents. I will pass on your kind words to the home team.
All staff met/seen are friendly, polite and helpful. Residents appear happy and comfortable in their surroundings.
Thank you for your review it's appreciated by the Team who will always endeavour to give 100%. Kind regards.
We travel from Oxford to see my sister. Staff very helpful, understanding how far we travel. Well done.
Can’t wait to see you all again.
Very happy with all staff and management.
Thank you for completing the comment card, we do appreciate these being completed. Thanks to all staff and management creates a good team effort and response.
My aunt arrived at Ancliffe Care Home during lockdown so had only phone contact. The staff were friendly and helpful over the phone. The home itself is not very inviting to look at but is now in the middle of a facelift. My aunt is well cared for and always clean. The staff are all excellent.
Thank you for completing the comment card we do appreciate feedback. Ancliffe is up and coming we try to create a nice space for all. I can agree with Julie that the girls will help where possible relaying information and pointing you in the correct direction as needed. Your Auntie is a well-loved resident and one of Ancliffe’s family as we are one big happy family.
As a family we're all very pleased with the care my mum is receiving. She's being treated with the respect she deserves and she is very happy. Thank you to all the staff present, they are lovely.
Thanks for your lovely words. We love having your mum with us, she is a pleasure to look after. Your mum and family are a great support to the life at Ancliffe.
My Dad is a relatively recent resident at Ancliffe but I can say without hesitation that it is the best facility he has ever experienced. He is already saying that he is really enjoying living there and he has visibly improved in his appearance, his attitude, and his mood. What more could a family wish for? The home is extremely well led and all staff go above and beyond to make sure residents are well cared for and valued. They take an interest in those they care for and are very attentive. They listen to relatives and are quick to respond to any queries by phone or email. They find solutions and get on with making things happen. Dad's room is clean and warm, as are all the communal areas. I have seen the food, it's all home-cooked and looks very appetising. I am so glad that I moved Dad from his previous place. When I leave Ancliffe I know that Dad is in the best hands possible. Thank you.
Thank you for your lovely comments with regards to Ancliffe. As a team, we appreciate all comments and knowing we are doing a great job. This helps with staff morale. Happy that your Dad is enjoying being with us and settled in really well. He has become a much-loved resident of our home at Ancliffe. Regards, All at Ancliffe.
Excellent supportive and informative help always given. Ancliffe Care Home is always clean and all staff conduct themselves in a professional manner. In particular, the manager has always provided full support, particularly through the covid pandemic. Always something going on to keep the residents engaged and participative. I would recommend Ancliffe to anybody looking for residential 'support'. A very friendly and reassuring environment.
Regulatory Rating
Care Quality Commission (CQC) Rating
Date: 29 August 2018Good
- CaringGood
- EffectiveGood
- ResponsiveGood
- SafeGood
- Well-ledGood
Inspection ratings
We rate most services according to how safe, effective, caring, responsive and well-led they are, using four levels:
- Outstanding - The service is performing exceptionally well.
- Good - The service is performing well and meeting our expectations.
- Requires Improvement - The service isn't performing as well as it should and we have told the service how it must improve.
- Inadequate - The service is performing badly and we've taken action against the person or organisation that runs it.
- Not rated - we have not yet rated this area of the service, this is normally because the assessments we have carried out have been focused on other key questions.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Ancliffe
What types of Care is Ancliffe registered for?
Older Person Care, Dementia, Learning Disability / Autism, Mental Health Condition, Physical Disability are the registered (by the Care Quality Commission) categories of Care.
How many Rooms does Ancliffe have?
There are 40 Single Rooms.
What are the Facilities & Services at Ancliffe?
Own Furniture if required, Pet Friendly (or by arrangement), Smoking not permitted, Close to Local shops, Near Public Transport, Wheelchair Access, Ground Floor Accommodation only, Gardens, Residents Kitchenette, Television point in own room, Residents Internet Access are some of the Facilities & Services.
How far is Ancliffe to the centre of Wigan?
1.5 mile(s) as the crow flies, distance by road may be significantly further.
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