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Alongside quality care, the home provides a varied activities programme and home-cooked meals, making sure residents are able to make the most of each day.
Part of the Minster Care group portfolio, the home is committed to maximising the home's potential for good...
Care Provided by Woodlands Court
Primary Care Categories
- Older Person Care
- Dementia
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
- Moderate Dementia
- Advanced/Complex Dementia
Other Care Provided
- Stroke
Facilities
- Own Furniture if required
- Pet Friendly (or by arrangement)
- Close to Local shops
- Near Public Transport
- Minibus or other transport
- Lift
- Wheelchair Access
- Gardens
- Residents Kitchenette
- Television point in own room
Funding & Fees
Weekly Charges per Person
The price(s) shown are provided by the care home. Contact Woodlands Court for full pricing details and T&Cs.
Contact Woodlands Court 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
- Aimee Porter (Manager)
Local Authority / Social Services
Admission Information
- Ages 50+
Care Home Design/Build
- Purpose Built: No
Room Information
- Single Rooms (14)
- Couples/Companion Rooms (13)
Woodlands Court Reviews (49)
Woodlands Court has a Review Score of 9.6 (9.559) out of 10, based on 13 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Woodlands Court has 49 reviews.
We are very pleased with how Woodlands Court Care Home keeps us informed about my mother's health. They tell us how she has been during the night, what she has eaten and how happy she has been. They let us know promptly if there are any problems.
Kind regards.
As my mum became a resident, the management and staff have been brilliant with her. My mum sufferers from vascular dementia and bipolar, with these illnesses, she is difficult to deal with, but the staff here are so understanding on her condition. They keep her calm and treat her with dignity, even when she can be challenging, so I am extremely happy with the care they provide. 10 out of 10. Thank you, Woodlands Court.
I have chosen this comment because it depends upon the needs of the prospective resident and does not reflect upon the care received by my sister. The only issue I have is access by phone when the home is in lockdown for whatever infection they are controlling. I know this is beyond the control of the individual home, but feel that the group should sort this as it happens frequently.
Sometimes I get the impression that the home is understaffed, which clearly impacts on their ability to function smoothly. However, I genuinely believe that the staff and management do everything they can to keep my mum comfortable and show genuine affection for her. My father was in another care home before he died. I just wish that home had shown the same humanity to him as Woodlands do to my mother.
Can't thank the staff and manager enough for looking after my mum so well and caring for her. She would not be here if she was at home.
Continued communication throughout the pandemic, has been good. I recently managed my first visit in months.
Lovely care home. Had a lovely feel to it when I went to look round. All the staff are very helpful and friendly. They all appear very caring towards the residents. It has obviously been a difficult year for all the families, residents and staff, but the staff have done what they can to assist. It was lovely to be able to have balcony visits to see my Dad and then just before Christmas, the room they had adapted for visits was great and lovely that I could see my Dad on Christmas Eve - it meant a lot.
My 96-year-old mother has been resident for 3 years, she has always been well card for and treated with dignity and considers all staff her family - even more so this year with so few family visits. On every visit (1 live 100 miles away) I am aware of the friendly working ethic of all the staff, which is felt by all who live there. Thanks to all for keeping my mother safe this year.
They were also very kind and helpful after the death of my mum, taking care of Dad and helping him deal with his loss.
My mother went into Woodlands Court for a respite stay and following admission to hospital, returned for end of life care. The care staff and management were excellent and treated my mother and all our family with love, care and dignity. I would highly recommend it.
My mother has vascular dementia and although her mind is deteriorating the carers are superb in looking after her.
Brilliant staff. Always smiling. Would do anything for you. Nothing is too much to ask. Lovely rooms and the food is exceptional. Would highly recommend Woodlands Court to anyone.
My wife has been treated well and if she felt unwell and stayed in her room, staff have taken food and drink to her. Also, I have at times been asked if I would like to stay and have a meal with her.
Excellent responses to my small concerns we may have risen with staff. Always willing to speak and listen with care and sympathy.
I have viewed most of the home in Wigan but knew that Woodland Court was the one that would be suitable for my friend due to the high standards that I was looking for. Friendly and caring management and staff. Very professional at all times. No matter what time of day I visit Woodlands has a welcoming and friendly atmosphere. It is odour free and always smells clean. Any questions or requests have been dealt with immediately. The general atmosphere by staff and residents is amazing, and I have confidence that I have chosen the right place.
My dad has Altzheimer's. We were worried that if we put him into a home he would deteriorate quite quickly! In fact, it was quite the opposite. We should have done it sooner. He absolutely loves it at Woodlands Court. He is always smiling and laughing. It is lovely to see. This is thanks to the amazing staff that work there. They are always happy too and so kind and caring. They do lots of activities and always give 200%! So 'thank you' so much to everyone that works there. We can't thank you enough.
The care staff are very friendly and are completely committed to ensuring that all residents are cared for and respected.
The home is not ideally suited in its layout however the care staff and management are compensating by the décor and stimulation provided.
The care home is extremely clean and tidy.
I am satisfied with the care my husband receives and I am satisfied with the care home.
I think this home has a very friendly feeling when you enter. The staff are always helpful and are most caring to the residents. The new décor looks very homely and it is always clean.
My mother was a resident for a short time, sadly died 28/12/17. Mum had complex health needs and staff addressed these, were kind, attentive and caring, making sure she felt safe there. Given a lovely room with own bathroom facilities which was so important. We also moved her own new double bed into the room. Lounge, bright, comfy area with television where Mum liked to be with other residents and staff around her. The family know the present Manager form when Dad was there. She is perfect in all aspects of her post and deserves to be praised.
Regulatory Rating
Care Quality Commission (CQC) Rating
Date: 22 May 2025Good
- CaringGood
- EffectiveRequires improvement
- 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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