Richmond House

Leigh · WN7 4UH

Care type
Nursing Home
Indicative weekly fees
£1,358.19–£1,682.28/week
Inspection rating
GoodRating published Aug 2019
Capacity
49 beds
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What the evidence shows

Richmond House is listed as a nursing home. The published inspection rating is Good (Aug 2019).

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What stands out

  • Good inspection rating
  • Physical disability support
  • Public funding routes appear accepted

Points to explore

  • Family feedback: food
  • Recent company officer changes

What we cannot confirm

  • Nursing care is listed, but round-the-clock nurse cover is not confirmed. Discuss overnight clinical support.

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  • Whether the latest public records still match day-to-day care
  • How the home feels in the evening and at weekends
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Registered provider
HC-One Limited
Provider group
BRAND HC-One Limited
Local authority
Wigan

Provider network: 115 homes; 81% rated Good or better (4 Outstanding, 89 Good, 21 Requires Improvement).

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Richmond House Inspection Rating & History

The published overall inspection rating is Good. Review the dates and any findings below; a data review is not a new inspection.

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Inspection Ratings by Category

Safe
Good
Effective
Good
Caring
Good
Responsive
Good
Well-Led
Outstanding
Inspection record date
Inspection record review · Jul 2023

Routine inspection: Apr 2019

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Registered Manager
Lorraine Scholey
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Published care capabilities

Listed support includes physical disability support, nursing care, palliative or end-of-life support. Confirm the support and environment needed for the individual person.

  • Physical disability support
  • Nursing care
  • Palliative or end-of-life support
  • Wheelchair access
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Important limitations

  • Nursing care is listed, but round-the-clock nurse cover is not confirmed. Discuss overnight clinical support.
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Care Capabilities

Service Types

What type of care is provided

Nursing Home

Specialisms

Specialist experience with

Physical disability
Adults aged 65+

Conditions

Can support people living with

Alzheimer's
Stroke
Multiple Sclerosis
Brain Injury
Diabetes
Heart Disease
Palliative Care

Staffing

RightCareHome analysisStaffing evidence

Available information about staffing arrangements. Family descriptions of staff appear in the family experiences section; they are not verified staffing levels.

Round-the-clock nurse cover is not confirmed. Discuss overnight clinical support.
Registered Manager
Lorraine Scholey

Richmond House: Weekly Fees & Funding Options

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Indicative weekly fees

£1,358.19–£1,682.28/week

≈ £5,906 - £7,315 per month (estimate)

Monthly estimate uses an average of 4.348 weeks per month.

You may pay less if council or NHS-funded care applies.

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Council-funded rate — background context

Reference period is unavailable. This is not a current private fee quote or a measure of care quality. Self-funded fees and included services may differ.

Council-rate context (Wigan, nursing): £852/wk

How care at this home can be funded

Self-Funding

You pay the full fee directly if assessable capital exceeds £23,250. Between £14,250 and £23,250, tariff income applies.

Local Authority

Your council contributes based on a financial assessment. You may still pay a contribution.

NHS Continuing Healthcare

The NHS pays the full cost if your primary need is health-related. Requires a formal assessment.

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Family Reviews

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About this care homeProvider description, registration background and accreditations.

Background context

Home profile

Provider and registration context for Richmond House, useful once you have already reviewed the main decision sections above.

Richmond House is a care home with nursing in Leigh, North West, operated by HC-One Limited since 2011. The home has 49 beds and is an inspection rating of Good.

Contact & location

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Travel time, nearby GP services, and neighbourhood safety — so the whole family can visit comfortably.

Practical Information

Visitor Accessibility

  • Wheelchair accessible parking
  • Wheelchair accessible seating
  • Wheelchair accessible entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible restroom

Contact & Directions

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Location & Neighbourhood

RightCareHome analysisNeighbourhood

Mitchell Street, Leigh, WN7 4UH

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Nearby Amenities

Nearest Hospital
1.6 km
Bus Stops (500m)
10 stops

Neighbourhood

Distances and local context help you plan visits. They do not establish how suitable the setting is for an individual resident. Deprivation deciles describe the area: 1 is most deprived and 10 least deprived; they do not assess the home or its care.

Nearest green space

0.6km away

Daily Life

Will daily life feel comfortable and meaningful?

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Dining & Nutrition

Nutrition details available

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Dietary Options

Halal
Kosher
Diabetic
Vegetarian
Vegan
5/5
Food Hygiene Rating(inspected January 2025)
Food handling:Very good
Premises condition:Good
Food safety management:Good
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Facilities & Features

5 feature groups available

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Accessibility Features

Wheelchair Access
Lift
Stairlift
Hoists
Hospital Beds

Rooms

Ensuite
Single Rooms
Own Furniture
TV in Rooms

Safety & Security

Nurse Call System
Secure Garden
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Lifestyle & Amenities

Garden
WiFi
TV Lounge
Library
Hairdresser
Cafe
Bar
Cinema
Parking
Minibus
Pets Allowed

Medical & Therapy

Physiotherapy Room

Provider Records

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Next Steps

Is Richmond House a good care home, and what should you do before deciding?

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Questions to Ask When Visiting Richmond House

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  1. Can we see a recent menu and discuss flexible meal options?

  2. Who provides overnight clinical cover if needs escalate?

Also ask about everyday care

  1. What actions followed the inspection report, and can you show examples?

  2. What are staffing levels on day and night shifts?

    Ask whether these numbers include agency staff.

  3. How are families updated when needs change?

  4. How often is the care plan reviewed, and who is involved?

  5. May we speak with a current resident family member?

Common Questions About Richmond House

What does the inspection rating for Richmond House show?

The published overall inspection rating is Good. The inspection record was reviewed on 6 July 2023.

Is Richmond House a good care home?

The published overall inspection rating is Good. The inspection record was reviewed on 6 July 2023. Explore family feedback alongside the inspection findings and your visit questions. The combined public feedback rating is 3.8 out of 5. No current enforcement actions are recorded. Provider records: 2 director resignations were recorded in the last year. The safest next step is to compare these signals with your visit questions and care needs.

How much does Richmond House cost per week?

Indicative weekly fees at Richmond House: £1,358.19–£1,682.28/week. Confirm your assessed quote, including care and extras, with the home.

Does Richmond House accept NHS or local authority funding?

Richmond House accepts self-funding, local authority funded, and NHS Continuing Healthcare residents. For NHS Continuing Healthcare eligibility, refer to NHS guidelines.

Is Richmond House a nursing home or a residential care home?

Richmond House is registered as a nursing home. This means the home provides nursing care alongside personal care support. Round-the-clock nurse cover is not confirmed. Discuss overnight clinical support.

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How many beds does Richmond House have?

Richmond House has 49 registered beds. The home provides nursing care.

What do care home reviews say about Richmond House?

Explore family feedback alongside the inspection findings and your visit questions. The combined public feedback rating is 3.8 out of 5.

Are Richmond House's reviews enough to make a decision?

Richmond House's public feedback assessment is useful, but it should not be the only reason to choose the home. Treat it as one evidence layer, then compare it with the inspection rating, safety and well-led domains, weekly fees, funding fit, and provider-record questions. Reviews are strongest when they confirm the same strengths or concerns that appear in inspection evidence and your visit questions.

Is Richmond House safe?

The published inspection Safety rating for Richmond House is "Good". No enforcement actions are currently recorded.

Who operates Richmond House?

Richmond House is operated by HC-ONE LIMITED (Company registration number: 07712656). Ownership type: independent.

Has Richmond House had enforcement actions?

There are no current enforcement actions recorded against Richmond House in the inspection history.

What do public company records show about Richmond House's provider?

Richmond House's provider public-record check is: 1 point worth clarifying. This public-record detail may be useful to discuss with the provider before you decide. The company accounts record is dated 30 September 2024. This is not a credit rating, solvency assessment or prediction about the home.

What continuity questions should families ask Richmond House?

Ask Richmond House how care is kept consistent when staffing or residents' needs change, how families are informed about management changes, and what the contract says about notice periods and deposits. Discuss these points with the manager during your visit and ask for key commitments in writing.

What should I compare before choosing Richmond House?

Before choosing Richmond House, compare published inspection overall, Safe, and Well-Led ratings with their inspection history, family review volume and repeated themes, published weekly fees and what is included, funding routes accepted by the home, and the operator’s public company records. Compare these points with other care homes in Leigh to find the best fit for your relative’s care needs, budget and visiting arrangements.

Is Richmond House's inspection rating improving or declining?

The inspection history for Richmond House looks stable rather than clearly improving or declining. The inspection record was reviewed on 6 July 2023.

What is Richmond House's food hygiene rating?

Richmond House currently has a food hygiene hygiene rating of 5 out of 5. The food hygiene record is dated 10 January 2025.

What questions should I ask when visiting Richmond House?

When visiting Richmond House, start by asking the team to ask to see the latest inspection report and what has changed since it, ask how staffing levels work on day and night shifts, ask how families are updated when needs change, and ask who provides overnight clinical cover if nursing needs escalate. These questions help you test whether the public picture on this page still matches day-to-day reality inside the home.

What does our visit checklist include for Richmond House?

Our visit checklist for Richmond House starts with the basics families often miss: the latest inspection report, staffing levels across day and night shifts, how the team updates relatives when needs change, and how care plans are reviewed in practice. On RightCareHome, the page-level checklist is then extended with personalised follow-up questions based on the home’s inspection, review, provider-record and practical signals.

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  • How the home feels in the evening and at weekends
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  • Whether staffing continuity feels stable on the floor

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