





Moss Cottage is an Aston-under-Lyne care home that also provides nursing to up to thirty-four people, with places available for dementia sufferers and for many with physical disabilities.
A spacious and open plan interior makes Moss Cottage an ideal home for those with mobility issues, while also being an excellent facility for carers to achieve quality results.
The home is part of the Bondcare Group's growing portfolio and looks to meet all aspects of Care Quality Commission regulatory requirements.
Care Provided by Moss Cottage Nursing 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 34 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
Other Care Provided
- Parkinson's Disease
- Stroke
- Acquired Brain Injury (ABI)
- Day Care
Facilities
- Own Furniture if required
- Pet Friendly (or by arrangement)
- Smoking not permitted
- Close to Local shops
- Near Public Transport
- Lift
- Wheelchair Access
- Gardens
- Phone Point in own room
- Television point in own room
- Residents Internet Access
Funding & Fees
Weekly Charges per Person
The price(s) shown are provided by the care home. Contact Moss Cottage Nursing Home for full pricing details and T&Cs.
Contact Moss Cottage Nursing Home 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)
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 £267.68 per week and is usually paid directly to the care home.
Good to Know
Group / Owner
- Caring UK Group
- Private Owned
Person in charge
- Ellie Simpasa(Home Manager)
Local Authority / Social Services
Admission Information
- Mixed with both male-only and female-only unit(s)
- Ages 65+
Care Home Design/Build
- Purpose Built: Yes
- Last Refurbishment: 2005
Room Information
- Single Rooms (34)
- Single Rooms with ensuite Wet Room (14)
Parking
- they have a small car park at the front of the building
Moss Cottage Nursing Home Reviews (39)
Moss Cottage Nursing Home has a Review Score of 9.5 (9.546) out of 10, based on 15 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Moss Cottage Nursing Home has 39 reviews.
When we had to put our dad into a Carehome over 12 months ago I like many other people who have to do this wasn't happy at all , as nowhere is good enough for your family as you want to do as much as you can . Once we got dad settled and he was bonding with the staff you realise how hard these people work , the staff were fantastic with him and everyone there . There was a lot of improvements to the building going on and still are more needed like everywhere but overall I think my dad was happy and liked all the staff there at the Carehome he would eat well especially Fridays with it being pudding chips peas and gravy day . If any improvements I would say for an outside area for fresh air or conservatory for residents to sit in the sunshine .
My relative has been at Moss Cottage since February 2026. Arriving after a move from a healthcare unit in poor health. It's been a long road but with the correct support from the home and staff, my relative has improved massively. The staff generally all specialise in something albeit wound care, companionship, dementia. Between them they have delivered excellent care. We visit daily so have a good understanding of how everything works and see everyday interactions. The home has a good relationship with the residents and also the healthcare professionals and services so all outcomes are delivered professionally with care. It's clean, the food is a great standard and they have an activities coordinator for planned crafts and entertainment. I highly recommend this home. The transition and outcomes have been excellent.
Thank you very much, Katie. We truly appreciate the support you have provided to the home and all our residents. Your involvement has made a positive impact on our community. We are committed to ensuring that your relative, along with all the other residents, receives a high standard of care that...
The door is always open just walk in and she will listen to your concerns. I make's a huge effort to get it sorted. Nothing is too much trouble
My wife was admitted to Moss Cottage in March for palative care she was given excellant care well looked after by all the staff most of whom went above and beyond they even looked after me making sure I had meals was kept updated all the time every one was great. I know its not a place were anyone wants to be but when that need arises Moss Cottage gets my vote
Mum is 97 this year, so the change has been a little overwhelming, but she has eventually settled & that is down to the staff, they all go above and beyond to care for Mum.
Mum comments how nice the staff are on a regular basis when they walk past us in the Lounge.
The food is brilliant, Mum is on a pureed diet due to a stroke last year but still manages to have a variety of different meals/desserts/snacks.
My only negative comment would be the lack of daily activities - the previous home Mum was in had a weekly timetable visible showing a morning and afternoon activity being held each day - this is missed.
** Keep up the great care Moss Cottage **
My mum has now been at Moss Cottage for 1.5 years nearly. She is extremely well cared for. All her needs are met. She is very well liked and the staff genuinely speak of her in a loving way. She had skin problems when she went in but her skin is very well hygienically looked after. She is always lovely and clean. The staff work so hard. The staff are a lovely bunch of ladies and gents. The new manager has made improvements to how building looks both externally and internally. Fresh table settings, flowers outside, making it more welcoming. The home isn't a very modern building, but it is kept very clean, and things are slowly being replaced and repaired to make it fresher and brighter. Overall a very trustworthy place for your loved ones to be. I wouldn't want my mum anywhere else. The cooks, the carers, lovely receptionist, new manager everyone who works there, do their very best to love and care for the residents. Problems resolved as soon as they appear if necessary. Mums content.
My mum only ended up being in Moss Cottage for 2 weeks and passed away. The staff were lovely and kind. Would recommend to anyone.
My mother has been there since may the staff look after her very well as I can't get to see her very often. The only downside which affects a lot of homes the staff are always so busy but always find time for there patients
My Grandfather has recently moved into Moss Cottage for end of life care. They have been really friendly and helpful and accommodating. I has only been a few weeks so far and it's over the Summer Holidays, so I can't in my opinion give a full service review, but on the whole the care has been good. The food is great and I was particularly impressed with the homemade chicken soup the other day!
He received Palliative care and then end of life care.
The staff and care that I saw at the home was outstanding and professional.
Although the home appears a little tired you shouldn't judge a book by it's cover and I cannot praise the home enough for the care and dignity that my stepfather received.
Happy were mum is she seems to have settled there know she lot better know she moved into bigger room were she more room to move about some of staff are lovely others don't seem to acknowledge you I'm happy aslong as my mum being treated right and looked after that's all I care about
My brother moved to Moss Cottage about a year ago and the experience has been very satisfactory to date. He is eating and drinking much better than previously in my opinion. The carers who are effectively his social life are attentive, entertaining and painstaking and I'm grateful for that. The nursing care is adequately monitoring his state and have on several occasions moved him to hospital when his health gave grounds for concern so overall I am very satisfied.
My mum has been a resident at Moss Cottage, for about 9 months. She seems very happy there, the staff look after her needs, with care and compassion. Mum loves to chat with the carers, and sing along to the music and entertainment.
Would be nice if the home did days or activities which involved the residents and their families
Very pleased warm welcome friendly staff. resident care professional well cared for no problems at all
My mother was a resident at Moss Cottage for 9 weeks and she received palliative care during this time. The staff's care was personal to us and second to none. They treated her with dignity, compassion, care and love. The day of her passing was without a doubt very traumatic for my family and the support and love we received will never be forgotten. From start to finish, they could not do enough. When the ambulance came to take our mother away, they all stood in line and gave their respect to her. Myself and my family will never forget the care she received. With fondest love and regards to all the staff.
All staff from what I witnessed and overheard genuinely cared about the residents. The Laundry was washed well. I did have a couple of things go missing but I guess in a home it's to be expected occasionally due to the quantity of washing they have and I wouldn't let that deter me or anyone from this home as I had much worse in a different home. It's never easy having someone in care but if I ever had the need to use a care/nursing home again I wouldn't hesitate on using this home. They really do go above and beyond on all levels so thank you to each and every member of the staff. You're a credit to the home.
Moss Cottage is a lovely home. My aunt has been there for around nine months and is so well cared for. All staff members are lovely, they're so caring and helpful and they all seem to know my aunt well. The home itself is clean and welcoming. There seem to be lots of activities. And the food always looks great.
I would recommend Moss Cottage to anyone looking for a safe and caring home for their loved ones.
My Mum went into Moss Cottage in October 2022 and has recently passed away. The care she received during her short stay was superb. The management and staff cared for her as they would for their own family and nothing was too much trouble.
Regulatory Rating
Care Quality Commission (CQC) Rating
Date: 05 January 2022Good
- 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 Moss Cottage Nursing Home
What types of Care is Moss Cottage Nursing Home registered for?
Older Person Care, Dementia, Physical Disability are the registered (by the Care Quality Commission) categories of Care.
How many Rooms does Moss Cottage Nursing Home have?
There are 34 Single Rooms.
What are the Facilities & Services at Moss Cottage Nursing Home?
Own Furniture if required, Pet Friendly (or by arrangement), Smoking not permitted, Close to Local shops, Near Public Transport, Lift, Wheelchair Access, Gardens, Phone Point in own room, Television point in own room, Residents Internet Access are some of the Facilities & Services.
How far is Moss Cottage Nursing Home to the centre of Ashton-under-Lyne?
0.8 mile(s) as the crow flies, distance by road may be significantly further.
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