St Catherine's Care Home

Queen Street, Horwich, Bolton BL6 5QU
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9.7 132 Reviews
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St. Catherine's Care Home is located in the middle of Horwich near Bolton and is close to shops, amenities, public transport and the M62 motorway link. Middlebrook Shopping Centre is just one mile away.

This purpose built care home provides nursing and social care for the frail elderly and the mentally infirm elderly.

Accommodation at St Catherine's is provided in single occupancy rooms, some of which are spacious enough for sharing.

St. Catherine's provides TV lounges, quiet sitting rooms and a bright conservatory with access to extensive gardens for residents enjoyment. Meals can be served in one of the separate dining rooms, where residents can enjoy the company of others when dining. Meals are based on traditional home cooking using fresh produce, with daily choices being available. Special diets can be catered for.

Visits are made to the home on a regular basis by an experienced hair stylist and a qualified chiropodist. Complementary therapies can be arranged.

Residents benefit from a varied programme of activities that are available.
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Care Provided by St Catherine's Care Home

Primary Care Categories

  • Older Person Care
  • Dementia
  • Physical Disability

Length of Stay

  • Permanent Care
  • Respite Care

Care Types Provided

  • Residential Care
  • Nursing Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Dementia Nursing Care
  • For a maximum of 60 Service Users

Dementia Care Types

  • Mild Dementia
  • Moderate Dementia
  • Advanced/Complex Dementia

Other Care Provided

  • Parkinson's Disease
  • Stroke
  • Palliative / End of Life Care

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
  • Phone Point in own room
  • Television point in own room

Funding & Fees What's typically included?

Weekly Charges per Person

  • Self-Funded Residential Care: £1372 – £1585
  • Self-Funded Nursing Care: £1372 – £1585
  • Self-Funded Nursing Dementia Care: £1520 – £1643
  • RESPITE Self-Funded Residential Care: £1510 – £1743
  • RESPITE Self-Funded Nursing Care: £1510 – £1743
  • RESPITE Self-Funded Nursing Dementia Care: £1672 – £1808

Final fees are subject to assessment of the potential resident, the size of the room offered and the facilities needed / available. Additional services such as hairdressing, chiropody, newspapers and excursions are not included in the standard weekly fees.

These prices are only a guideline, please contact St Catherine's Care Home to find out the exact price for your requirements.

Contact St Catherine's Care Home to confirm what exactly is included and get an estimate tailored to your care needs:

Funding Types Accepted

  • Self Funding (Private)
  • Local Authority with Top Up
  • Local Authority
  • NHS Continuing Healthcare (CHC)

Support you may be entitled to

If you chose a care home based in England, you may be eligible for NHS Funded Nursing Care (FNC), which helps cover the cost of nursing. This is worth £254.06 per week and is usually paid directly to the care home.

Contact St Catherine's Care Home to confirm what exactly is included and get an estimate tailored to your care needs:

Good to Know

Person in Charge

  • Gillian Johnson (Home Manager)

Local Authority / Social Services

Admission Information

  • Ages 65+

Care Home Design/Build

  • Purpose Built: Yes

Room Information

  • Single Rooms (58)
  • Couples/Companion Rooms (1)

St Catherine's Care Home Reviews (132)

9.7

St Catherine's Care Home has a Review Score of 9.7 (9.686) out of 10, based on 22 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time St Catherine's Care Home has 132 reviews.

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Review from Vanessa S (Daughter of Resident) published on 4 October 2018 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My mother was at St Catherine's Care Home for 9 weeks. Sadly she passed away in September. Mum loved St Catherine's Care Home and even though her stay was short, she was happy, comfortable and treated with respect and dignity. The staff at St Catherine's Care Home are amazing not only in there care
for mum but going out of their way for her family too. Thank you to everybody at St Catherine's Care Home for their care of my late mum.
Reply from Ronnie Cavanagh, Marketing at St Catherine's Care Home
Thank you Vanessa for your kind comments about our Care team. We appreciate you taking the time to leave feedback for St Catherine's Care Home. We understand how upsetting it must have been, and are…read more
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Review from Alan M (Son of Resident) published on 10 September 2018 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I would highly recommend St Catherines, it is by far the best care home that we have used.
They cared for my Father during his last few weeks, the staff are very friendly, nothing is too much trouble.
They treated my dad with dignity and the level of caring is beyond reproach.
The facilities are
good the rooms are good and you are free to make this feel your own during your stay.
Highly recommended.
Reply from Ronnie Cavanagh, Marketing at St Catherine's Care Home
Thank you, Alan, for your feedback and for taking the time to share your experience at St Catherine's Care Home. We are so sorry to hear about your Father but pleased you felt your Father received…read more
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Review from Maria F (Daughter of Resident) published on 23 August 2018 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Found the experience to be very well organised, helpful and at ease. All in all my sister and I were more than happy when explained about what would happen next week with our mother.
Reply from Ronnie Cavanagh, Marketing at St Catherine's Care Home
Thank you, Maria, for letting us know how we are doing at St Catherine's Care Home. The care and wellbeing of every resident is our number one priority and it is rewarding to have such positive…read more
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Review from Sylvia F (Mother of Resident) published on 31 January 2018 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
We have found since our daughter first came to St Catherine's, they have treated her with love and care. Although she is unable to tell us how she feels, we are sure she is content and happy but doesn't always or cannot show her feelings. Staff are always there and look after her very well, with her
being given so much care, it makes our lives much easier.
Reply from Ronnie Cavanagh, Digital Marketing Executive at St Catherine's Care Home
Thank you, Sylvia, for your comments about your recent experience at St Catherine's Care Home. Our residents’ wellbeing is our main priority and it is great to hear that you were pleased with the…read more
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Review from Barbara B (Wife of Resident) published on 26 January 2018 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
Everyone helpful and answer all questions. All very friendly.
Reply from Ronnie Cavanagh, Digital Marketing Executive at St Catherine's Care Home
Thank you, Barbara, for sharing your experience of St Catherine's Care Home. We are pleased to hear it has been so positive. We look forward to seeing you again soon. Take care.
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Review from Roland B (Resident) assisted by family/friend published on 26 January 2018 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
All friendly, helpful, nothing too much trouble. Answer all questions.
Reply from Ronnie Cavanagh, Digital Marketing Executive at St Catherine's Care Home
Thank you, Roland, for sharing your recent experience of St Catherine's Care Home. We are happy to hear it has been so positive. Thanks again and have a fantastic day!
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Review from Amanda W (Daughter-in-law of Resident) published on 23 November 2017 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Our mother who sadly passed away on November 10th 2017 was given care second to none, full of compassion, dignity. They always kept to us up to date with any medical changes and changes with her care staff. A head nurse couldn't do enough for her and us as a family. Would highly recommend St Catherines.
Reply from Ronnie Cavanagh, Digital Marketing Executive at St Catherine's Care Home
Thank you, Amanda, for your kind comments during this difficult time about your experience of St Catherine's Care Home. We really do appreciate you taking the time to let us know how our team are…read more
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Review from Susan S (Sister-in-law of Resident) published on 27 October 2017 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Very pleased with this care home. Staff are kind and caring. Home is clean and bright and the standard of care is really good.


Staff are all friendly and will answer any questions and sort out any problems.

Reply from Ronnie Cavanagh, Digital Marketing Executive at St Catherine's Care Home
Thank you, Susan, for sharing your recent experience of St Catherine's Care Home. We really appreciate you taking the time to let us know how we are doing. Our residents’ wellbeing is our main…read more
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Review from Kenneth C (Husband of Resident) published on 4 October 2017 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My wife loves coming to St Catherines Care Home, she loves all the staff, carers they look after my wife well. Cannot fault the place.
Reply from Ronnie Cavanagh, Digital Marketing Executive at St Catherine's Care Home
Thank you, Kenneth, for your comments about your recent experience at St Catherine's Care Home. Our residents’ wellbeing is our main priority and it is great to hear that you were so pleased with the…read more
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Review from Julie H (Daughter of Resident) published on 25 September 2017 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
Overall I have no complaints. My father has been here nearly 18 months. However, at one point I don't think Dad was being put in pyjamas at bedtime which I strongly disagree with. Now I don't know whether this was due to him fighting with carers or not but handled rightly Dad can be talked round and
he is always dressed during the day, so I think there has been a communication problem somewhere. I feel the night time staff don't seem to put enough effort in.
Reply from Ronnie Cavanagh, Digital Marketing Executive at St Catherine's Care Home
Thank you, Julie, we appreciate you taking the time to give us feedback at St Catherine's Care Home. All of our staff are committed to providing the best possible care experience for all of our…read more
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Review from M W (Wife of Resident) published on 20 September 2017 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 3.0 out of 5
All the staff are friendly and helpful.


Mum always looks well presented and clean and seems very happy here.

Reply from Ronnie Cavanagh, Digital Marketing Executive at St Catherine's Care Home
Thank you for taking the time to give their feedback and we are very pleased to hear that your experience with St Catherine's Care Home was so positive. All of our staff are committed to providing the…read more
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Review from Cordette H (Daughter of Resident) published on 20 September 2017 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Over the past 12 months, my father has been resident at St Catherines Care Home in Harwich. In this time the care has been wonderful, so kind and caring towards him and his needs. His room is well looked after and the food enjoyable. What really makes this place special is by far the staff and the lengths
they go to. Well done to all and thanks for looking after my Dad.
Reply from Ronnie Cavanagh, Digital Marketing Executive at St Catherine's Care Home
Thank you, Cordette, for your comments about your recent experience at St Catherine's Care Home. Our residents’ wellbeing is our main priority and it is great to hear that you were so pleased with the…read more
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Review from M J (Wife of Resident) published on 20 September 2017 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
I am really pleased with the care my husband is receiving here at St. Catherines. The staff are without a doubt caring to all the residents. My only concern is that there is not enough stimulation.
Reply from Ronnie Cavanagh, Digital Marketing Executive at St Catherine's Care Home
Thank you for your kind comments about your recent experience at St Catherine's Care Home. Our residents’ wellbeing is our main priority and it is great to hear that you were so pleased with the…read more
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Review from Malcolm N (Son of Resident) published on 20 September 2017 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
I find the staff to be very helpful and am happy with the care that they provide for my mother. I realise that at the moment, care providers nationwide are under pressure, but find that staff at St Catherines are happy to go the extra mile.
Reply from Ronnie Cavanagh, Digital Marketing Executive at St Catherine's Care Home
Thank you, Malcolm, we always appreciate individuals taking the time to give their feedback and we are very pleased to hear that your experience with St Catherine's Care Home was so positive. All of…read more
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Review from Betty (Wife of Resident) published on 1 November 2016 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My husband has been in this home for the last 10 months and I have been happy with all aspects of his care. I have also received all the support from all members of staff I have needed. My husband has settled well in the home which has made it easier for myself and my family when visiting.
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Review from Susan P (Daughter of Resident) published on 25 October 2016 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
Staff are caring and considerate to mums needs, would like to see more activities taking place in order to stimulate interest.
Reply from Lenore Keohane, Home Manager at St Catherine's Care Home
Dear Susan,
Many thanks for your feedback as this is a valuable insight for us. We will have a look into this matter to see how we can improve the overall activities plan.
Our residents' well-being…read more
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Review from Denise E (Niece of Resident) published on 25 October 2016 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
Excellent care.
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Review from Maureen N (Wife of Resident) published on 25 October 2016 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My husband has only been in St Catherines for 6 months, but I cannot try to tell you about the care he is given. The staff cannot do enough to help my husband, he is lovely and clean, well dressed every day. My husband is incontinent and day and night and he is changed, kept dry as soon as noticed.
The staff are also concerned about how I am as they know how difficult if is for me. The food is excellent and amenities in bedrooms are fine. All at St Christine's are excellent and I would not hesitate in recommending it to anyone.
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Review from Norman H (Husband of Resident) published on 25 October 2016 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
The home is well run with the manager, the staff are friendly, parking is good. Good nursing staff which are not always to be seen in other homes, good equipment.
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Review from Carol H (Daughter of Resident) published on 25 October 2016 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
My mum has been at St Catherines Care Home for the past ten years. On the whole, she is well cared for. If I have had any issues I know I can talk to staff about it. Mum gets her hair done every week and enjoys her music which the staff are aware about. Sometimes she gets depressed but the staff put
her music on or play musical bingo which usually cheers her up.
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Current Review Score: 9.7 (9.686)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.7 (9.686) out of 10 for St Catherine's Care Home is based on a) the Average Rating and b) the number of positive Reviews.

  1. The Average Rating is 4.7 out of 5 from 22 Reviews in the last 24 months.
  2. The score for the number of positive Reviews is 5.0 out of 5 from 21 positive Reviews in the last 24 months.

Detailed Breakdown of Review Score

The maximum Review Score for a Care Home is 10, which is made up from the Average Rating of Reviews (maximum of 5 points) and the Number of Reviews (maximum of 5 points) in the last 24 months:

  1. 5 Points are available for the Average Rating from all Reviews in the last 24 months. The Average Rating of 4.686 for St Catherine's Care Home is calculated as follows: ( (196 Excellents x 5) + (55 Goods x 4) + (11 Satisfactorys x 3) + (2 Poors x 2) ) ÷ 264 Ratings = 4.686
  2. 5 Points are available for the number of Positive Reviews in the last 24 months. A Positive Review is defined as any Review with an 'Overall Experience' of '4' or '5' (out of a max rating '5'). The 5 Points relating to the number of positive Reviews for St Catherine's Care Home is based on 21 positive Reviews in the last 24 months and is calculated as per below:

    The 5 points available are broken down as follows:

    1. 4 points are available for the first 10 Positive Reviews in the last 24 months; 3 points for the first Positive Review, and then 0.125 Points for each of the next four Positive Reviews and then 0.1 Points for the next five Positive Reviews. (1st = 3.000, 2nd = 0.125, 3rd = 0.125, 4th = 0.125, 5th = 0.125, 6th = 0.100, 7th = 0.100, 8th = 0.100, 9th = 0.100, 10th = 0.100) 3 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.1 + 0.1 + 0.1 + 0.1 + 0.1 = 4
    2. 1 point is available for the number of Positive Reviews reaching 20% of the registered maximum number of service users in the last 24 months. If this number is partially reached, then that proportion of 1 point is given. eg a Care Home registered for a maximum of 50 service users has to reach 10 Positive Reviews to receive 1 point, if it has 7 reviews it will receive 0.7 points. 20% of the 60 registered maximum number of service users is 12, which has been reached with 21 Positive reviews. Points = 1
  3. When a Review is submitted by someone who has previously submitted a Review, only the latest Review will count towards the Review Score.
  4. If a Care Home does not have a review in the last 24 months, then it will not have a Review Score.

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Gill

Gill Johnson

Job Title: Home Manager at St Catherine's Care Home, Bolton Joined: 2010

Gill achieved her nursing qualifications a little later in life; however, this hasn’t stopped her from thriving. She began as a care assistant and, before progressing to Home Manager, she achieved her nursing qualifications. Gill is very proud of receiving a ‘Good’ rating from CQC for St Catherine’s. She loves working with the local community and creating a bond with them. Outside of work, Gill is a lover of arts and crafts. She is full of creativity and loves knitting and sewing. She is a proud grandmother and enjoys spending time with her family where she can too. Words of encouragement from Gill for someone looking for the right care home would be: “Good care needs to be observed. Make sure the home is clean. Look at the residents to see if they’re happy. Look at the website to see if there are activities going on and have a browse at the menus.”


“I enjoy seeing the residents happy and content. I also enjoy making sure and seeing everything runs smoothly.”

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