St Catherine's Care Home

Queen Street, Horwich, Bolton BL6 5QU
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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

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.
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Review from Keith (Son of Resident) published on 20 June 2016 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
Generally satisfied with overall care for my mother. Standard of home is good, decor and rooms are clean and well maintained. Staff are hard working and we feel there is a caring ethos towards residents although sometimes staffing numbers appear to be under pressure.
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Review from Dave H (Son of Resident) published on 8 June 2016 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I always find the staff to be highly competent, friendly and caring. Many seem to go the extra mile to ensure residents and guests are provided with the very best care and attention. It is not pleasant to have to visit a relative in a care home, but the staff here attempt to make the experience a pleasant
one. I have nothing but admiration for the work they do.
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Review from Jayne M (Daughter of Resident) published on 8 June 2016 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My Dad was in St Catherines from July 2015 until April 2017 when he sadly passed away, as a paraplegic he needed care and St Catherines was the Nursing home we chose and we were so glad we did. The care that was given to dad was fantastic and the staff helped us get through the difficult time at the
end, nothing was too much trouble for them they looked after dad as if it was their own father. I can honestly say from the bottom of my heart they are truly Angels. I would recommend St Catherines to everyone that wanted their loved ones to be treated as the way they should be with people that are passionate about their jobs and the care they give
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Review from Janice P (Daughter of Resident) published on 7 June 2016 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 3.0 out of 5
My mum went into St Catherines on 3rd June, so she has only been there for a couple of days. I like what I have seen up to now but would like to do another review in 6 months, when I see how the home looks after my mum.
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Review from Gillian (Daughter-in-law of Resident) published on 6 June 2016 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Over the last 3 years my mother-in-law, who suffers from Dementia, has been looked after with loving care and dignity at St Catherine's. What is a heartbreaking situation seeing your loved one ravaged by this disease, has been made bearable, knowing that she is so well looked after by professional staff.
Her needs are carefully assessed and catered for, by compassionate staff, who always do their utmost to ensure that she is comfortable, pain free, and as happy as she can be.
I would have no hesitation in recommending St Catherines to anyone who is in a similar situation with a family member. Thank you to everyone, front-line and behind the scenes for doing a wonderful job.
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Review from Sheila C (Daughter of Resident) published on 6 June 2016 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My mother is now in the final stage of Alzheimer's disease. She is 4 st. has cancer, her skin is breaking down, yet the staff in the care home look after her carefully and well. She has been there for 4 years, after periods in hospital and falls at home. She is now 96 years of age. I live in North Wales
and could not care for her, but we all try to take care of her.
We have seen the steady decline in her which is dreadful, but I know that staff have done their utmost to care for her. The meals look good, the standards high and the staff are friendly.
There are only two nursing homes in this area of Greater Manchester and I know Horwich very well. Alzheimer's and the deterioration which my mother has suffered has been handled efficiently and the local doctor handles medical matters and medicines adequately. So far we have been satisfied at each stage of her steady deterioration over 4 years that she has received the best care possible in the circumstances.
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Review from Constance B (Wife of Resident) published on 12 May 2016 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I was very satisfied with care given to my late husband. I found all the staff very caring and very patient with all his needs. For the short stay he was in he was very contented and happy. The staff were also very friendly with the persons family. We were always welcomed with a smile and made to feel
at home.
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Review from G T (Son of Resident) published on 25 April 2016 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
2015 was as good as it could be. For dad the staff have been great.
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Review from Philip M (Grandson of Resident) published on 11 April 2016 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
The team at this home are brilliant and always provide outstanding support whether this be to resident, relative or own staff member. The morale throughout is great. I attended an Easter bingo night and all the staff were constantly smiling and enthusiastic throughout. I would highly recommend this
home to anyone I know as I am assured my relative is in the best care possible.
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Review from B B (Son of Resident) published on 11 April 2016 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
What great care they have taken of my dad. He's back to his old self, happy, smiling and not miserable. His weight has gone back to normal, his health is a lot better and he's so happy. Thank you all staff at Four Seasons.
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Review from Eunice C (Daughter of Resident) published on 6 April 2016 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
My mother has now lived at St Catherines for five years. She began with residential care nut is now fully nursing. The advantage of this is that the staff knew her well before she deteriorated and they have continued to treat her with dignity and respect and as an individual. The staff are sometimes
stretched but the ethos is of kindness and support to all residents and a sense of teamwork. The communication is good.
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Review from R H (Son of Resident) published on 4 April 2016 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
The staff are always very caring and attentive to my mothers needs. The home is kept in a very clean way at all times. The staff ensure mum is well fed and whenever the occasion depends they call to advise on her condition. I would have no hesitation in recommending this care home to anyone.
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Review from Joan L (Sister of Resident) published on 30 March 2016 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My sister said she is happy here. I feel the staff treat me with dignity and respect. I've been joining in with the activities, been playing cards. I enjoy the meals here, I don't eat a big portion and I get offered plenty of drinks. I like my bedroom and its kept clean. I love the fact when she was
in her bedroom different staff kept coming in to check she was okay and I love that. I know she is being cared for properly.
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Review from David B (Relative of Resident) published on 22 March 2016 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
This is one of the nicest care homes I've been in within the Bolton District. The staff are very cheery and do seem quite happy in their work. This attitude to their vocation can only be beneficial to the homes residents. The home is extremely clean well looked after and it's obvious the pride people
have to be part of this establishment.
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Review from Michael D (Son-in-law of Resident) published on 21 March 2016 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
St Catherine's has a positive, upbeat atmosphere. The staff are thoroughly professional, hard working and relentlessly cheerful. Care really is given on an individual basis and is provided across the range of staff - cleaning, cooking, caring, nursing.
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Review from Jean B (Daughter of Resident) published on 16 March 2016 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Since my mum was welcomed into St Catherine's care home on New Years day 2016 she has been cared for with the upmost respect and dignity. All the staff at St Catherine's are extremely friendly and helpful to both residents and visitors. I am so happy that our family found St Catherine's to care for
my mum long term. Quite a distance from the family home town but well worth the travelling time usually around four visits per week.
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Review from Priscilla W (Daughter of Resident) published on 15 March 2016 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
My mother has been treated with dignity and respect from day one. She has been at St Catherines for about 5 years. Her faculities are impaired but the staff treat her flights of vivid imagination with humour and understanding. She loves the food which the home provides and is given the right amount.
Her room feeld lke a safe space to her, and we, her family, have easy access to her. She says it would grieve her to leave and she needs to know where she is going to sleep.
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Review from Brian W (Son of Resident) published on 22 February 2016 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
My dad has only been in 4 days but seems settled and happy and everything so far in the home seems fine.
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Review from Bill W (Son of Resident) published on 15 February 2016 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Excellent all round warm, clean, comfortable, safe with first class staff. Very friendly and caring.
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Review from J S (Niece of Resident) published on 12 February 2016 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
My aunt unfortunately was only in the care home for one week before passing away, during that time I found the staff to be very caring and helpful. Her bedroom was spacious and well appointed. Overall I found St Catherine's to be satisfactory, clean and friendly.
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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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