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Downshaw Road, Ashton-under-Lyne, OL7 9QL
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30 January 2026
My husband came to Downshaw in September 21 and was immediately was welcomed. Alan has been looked after by many carers at the home, and they have looked after him and his changing needs throughout his time here, including caring for him at hospital visits.
The management team have made positive
changes for the residents and ensures relatives are always involved and informed.
During the final weeks of my husband's life, the management, nurses and carers have all been so supportive and caring. The end of life care was kind, supportive and right for him and the family and discussed and explained throughout. The nurses and carers who supported during this time were amazing.
Thank you to everyone at Downshaw, from the receptionist, cleaners, handyman, entertainers, nurses, carers and management. It is the people that make a home what it is.
15 January 2026
Overly all I'm happy with my dad's care. Especially his medical side as soon as he is poorly medical attention is sort out immediately and I'm kept in touch throughout.
15 January 2026
Prior to the recent management changes, I was concerned which direction the home was going.
However, recent management changes have given me optimism for the future.
10 December 2025
Came to visit with his son, he seems very happy here and has become more sociable since being here. His last home he wouldn't leave his room but this home he mingles with other residents. He says the staff are all friendly and he gets on well with them all. Very well looked after and very clean
environment.
02 December 2025
Friendly staff, supportive, caring.
02 December 2025
My husband entered Downshaw Lodge directly from hospital following a very long stay there. Within 24 hours he was like a different man, eating all his meals, more alert to his surroundings. From day one the staff have always been attentive to his complex needs, and all staff are very friendly and
always available if needed. For the first time in a very long time we as a family feel more settled and confident. What we thought would be a daunting experience for him and our family was made much easier.
01 December 2025
I really appreciate the communication I receive regarding my uncle's care. The staff I have met are very warm and welcoming, and I am confident that my uncle is receiving outstanding care.
07 November 2025
The care provided to my husband is excellent. Good communication with staff. Any problems regarding my husband, the senior carers are always keeping me informed. The seniors are fantastic, very happy with the help and support.
07 November 2025
My son has been cared for with dignity and has some interaction with staff. He seems happy and contented.
03 November 2025
My dad seems to be settled here.
03 November 2025
My husband is comfortable with the caring staff and they always use his first name they really make him feel at home.
24 October 2025
Staff are very attentive and understand my dad's needs. Know my dad likes a drink and can accommodate him with zero alcohol.
24 October 2025
My experience is all positive, my husband had had deterioration in his condition and Downshaw has supported him very well, showing him care and patience sometimes in difficult situations. He is content when I visit, which means so much.. Staff are very caring to him and to his visitors. Value for
money I wouldn't know, how can you put a price on the care of your loved one. Thank you so much.
22 October 2025
My dad moved into Downshaw Lodge in August 2025 and the care he has received so far has been brilliant. He has settled in really well and I have peace of mind that he is getting the best care.The staff are brilliant with both my dad and me and my stepmum. The activities team take my dad out which is
great.Very happy.
25 September 2025
The service was excellent;the carers attention to detail was second to none: they found out my father's interests and made conversation with him. his care was excellent as they spoon-fed him and hoisted him from bed to wheel-chair to armchair. a very impressive set-up which i would wholeheartedly
recommend. The staff were so friendly, and also extremely competent. they were able to move from one patient to another offering very good personal service.
13 May 2025
My dad has been in numerous care homes in the past couple of years. Downshaw is the best by far. All the staff are dedicated and approachable. My dad appears to be the most settled he has been for some time.
13 March 2025
My brother is a resident at this care home. They always update me on his welfare. They always keep me updated of his needs and come across very empathetic.
03 March 2025
I would like to say a huge thank you to all the wonderful staff for the care, compassion and genuine kindness offered to my late father and myself when I visited. He spent his final 3 years at Downshaw Lodge with end stage Alzheimer's. He was always happy and settled and any behavioral issues were
managed competently and gently. My only suggestion would be that the decor could benefit and update. However if this work meant that the level and quality of staff would be compromised I would always choose staff over decor. Thank you from the bottom of my heart.
11 July 2024
In my experience, Downshaw Lodge is the very pinnacle of excellence. My husband, who was 83 last week, has been a resident, at this care home since February 2024, and, unfortunately, suffers with vascular dementia. I have cared for him at home, until my own health began to suffer, and, reluctantly,
had to find an alternative. This proved extremely difficult and took some five months. He is very well cared for, always clean and smart, and has regular haircuts, and chiropody. The staff are brilliant, nothing is too much trouble, and, last week they had a lovely birthday party for him. I know how worrying the situation can be when a loved one needs special care, but, now thanks to the kind, caring staff at Downshaw Lodge, I can rest easy. Thank you so much.
07 September 2022
I or family members go to visit every day and always find it a pleasant, friendly and caring place to be, from all the staff (catering to managers) as I walk through the home observing my surroundings. Plenty of food and drinks around for the residents. The quality of food is usually good and
sometimes can fluctuate a little.
Latest Reviews for Downshaw Lodge Care Home
30 January 2026
My husband came to Downshaw in September 21 and was immediately was welcomed. Alan has been looked after by many carers at the home, and they have looked after him and his changing needs throughout his time here, including caring for him at hospital visits.
The management team have made positive
changes for the residents and ensures relatives are always involved and informed.
During the final weeks of my husband's life, the management, nurses and carers have all been so supportive and caring. The end of life care was kind, supportive and right for him and the family and discussed and explained throughout. The nurses and carers who supported during this time were amazing.
Thank you to everyone at Downshaw, from the receptionist, cleaners, handyman, entertainers, nurses, carers and management. It is the people that make a home what it is.
15 January 2026
Overly all I'm happy with my dad's care. Especially his medical side as soon as he is poorly medical attention is sort out immediately and I'm kept in touch throughout.
15 January 2026
Prior to the recent management changes, I was concerned which direction the home was going.
However, recent management changes have given me optimism for the future.
10 December 2025
Came to visit with his son, he seems very happy here and has become more sociable since being here. His last home he wouldn't leave his room but this home he mingles with other residents. He says the staff are all friendly and he gets on well with them all. Very well looked after and very clean
environment.
02 December 2025
Friendly staff, supportive, caring.
02 December 2025
My husband entered Downshaw Lodge directly from hospital following a very long stay there. Within 24 hours he was like a different man, eating all his meals, more alert to his surroundings. From day one the staff have always been attentive to his complex needs, and all staff are very friendly and
always available if needed. For the first time in a very long time we as a family feel more settled and confident. What we thought would be a daunting experience for him and our family was made much easier.
01 December 2025
I really appreciate the communication I receive regarding my uncle's care. The staff I have met are very warm and welcoming, and I am confident that my uncle is receiving outstanding care.
07 November 2025
The care provided to my husband is excellent. Good communication with staff. Any problems regarding my husband, the senior carers are always keeping me informed. The seniors are fantastic, very happy with the help and support.
07 November 2025
My son has been cared for with dignity and has some interaction with staff. He seems happy and contented.
03 November 2025
My dad seems to be settled here.
03 November 2025
My husband is comfortable with the caring staff and they always use his first name they really make him feel at home.
24 October 2025
Staff are very attentive and understand my dad's needs. Know my dad likes a drink and can accommodate him with zero alcohol.
24 October 2025
My experience is all positive, my husband had had deterioration in his condition and Downshaw has supported him very well, showing him care and patience sometimes in difficult situations. He is content when I visit, which means so much.. Staff are very caring to him and to his visitors. Value for
money I wouldn't know, how can you put a price on the care of your loved one. Thank you so much.
22 October 2025
My dad moved into Downshaw Lodge in August 2025 and the care he has received so far has been brilliant. He has settled in really well and I have peace of mind that he is getting the best care.The staff are brilliant with both my dad and me and my stepmum. The activities team take my dad out which is
great.Very happy.
25 September 2025
The service was excellent;the carers attention to detail was second to none: they found out my father's interests and made conversation with him. his care was excellent as they spoon-fed him and hoisted him from bed to wheel-chair to armchair. a very impressive set-up which i would wholeheartedly
recommend. The staff were so friendly, and also extremely competent. they were able to move from one patient to another offering very good personal service.
13 May 2025
My dad has been in numerous care homes in the past couple of years. Downshaw is the best by far. All the staff are dedicated and approachable. My dad appears to be the most settled he has been for some time.
13 March 2025
My brother is a resident at this care home. They always update me on his welfare. They always keep me updated of his needs and come across very empathetic.
03 March 2025
I would like to say a huge thank you to all the wonderful staff for the care, compassion and genuine kindness offered to my late father and myself when I visited. He spent his final 3 years at Downshaw Lodge with end stage Alzheimer's. He was always happy and settled and any behavioral issues were
managed competently and gently. My only suggestion would be that the decor could benefit and update. However if this work meant that the level and quality of staff would be compromised I would always choose staff over decor. Thank you from the bottom of my heart.
11 July 2024
In my experience, Downshaw Lodge is the very pinnacle of excellence. My husband, who was 83 last week, has been a resident, at this care home since February 2024, and, unfortunately, suffers with vascular dementia. I have cared for him at home, until my own health began to suffer, and, reluctantly,
had to find an alternative. This proved extremely difficult and took some five months. He is very well cared for, always clean and smart, and has regular haircuts, and chiropody. The staff are brilliant, nothing is too much trouble, and, last week they had a lovely birthday party for him. I know how worrying the situation can be when a loved one needs special care, but, now thanks to the kind, caring staff at Downshaw Lodge, I can rest easy. Thank you so much.
07 September 2022
I or family members go to visit every day and always find it a pleasant, friendly and caring place to be, from all the staff (catering to managers) as I walk through the home observing my surroundings. Plenty of food and drinks around for the residents. The quality of food is usually good and
sometimes can fluctuate a little.