Fountains Care Centre
Fountains Care Centre is a nursing home in Manchester with Good CQC rating and Low public financial risk. The main concern is Safe rating below Good and No recent inspection on record. Use this page to compare it carefully against stronger alternatives before treating it as a default shortlist choice.
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Fountains Care Centre is better treated as a comparison point than a default choice until the main concerns are explained clearly.
Why shortlist
- Good CQC rating
- Low public financial risk
- Dementia support
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- Safe rating below Good
- Weaker public review score
- No recent inspection on record
Best fit if you need
- Dementia support
- Nursing care
- 24/7 nurse cover
Quality
Rated Good · no recent inspection on record
Costs
£4,353 - £4,605 / month (estimate)
Availability
Vacancies currently available
Location
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Financial Watchlist
Low public financial risk in the latest company records
About Fountains Care Centre
Set in leafy surroundings, right next to the beautiful Victoria Park in Salford, Manchester is The Fountains Care Centre. You will find a warm welcome and a genuinely caring environment. The home has been designed with personalised care in mind and is therefore divided into three houses, one providing the highest level of residential care.
Description source: Official registration profile
Care & Medical
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Care Capabilities
Service Types
What type of care is provided
Specialisms
Specialist experience with
Conditions
Can support people living with
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Behavioural Support
Trained to help with
Additional Conditions & Support
Additional support for
Care Fit at a Glance
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Likely a good fit if you need
- Dementia support
- Nursing care
- 24/7 nurse cover
- Wheelchair access
- Secure garden/area
- Palliative or end-of-life support
Important questions before deciding
- 1How do you support residents who wander or become distressed?
- 2How do you tailor care plans in the first 2 weeks after move-in?
- 3How often are families updated, and who is the main contact?
Staffing
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Nursing Procedures
Medication Support
Daily Life
Will daily life feel comfortable and meaningful?
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Activities & Social Life
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7 activities listed
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Dining & Nutrition
5 dining services listed
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Dining Services
Dietary Options
Facilities & Features
5 feature groups available
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Accessibility
Rooms
Safety & Security
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Lifestyle & Amenities
Medical & Therapy
Safety & Quality
Fountains Care Centre: CQC Rating & Safety
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Quality Snapshot
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Inspection Ratings by Category
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Costs & Funding
Fountains Care Centre: Weekly Fees & Funding Options
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Costs & Funding
Estimated fees and funding options based on registration records and regional benchmarks.
Typical monthly cost (estimate)
≈ £4,353 - £4,605 per month
£1,001 - £1,059 per week
Estimate based on 52 weeks / 12 months.
You may pay less if council or NHS-funded care applies.
How this compares to the area benchmark
Council benchmark for this area: £1,008/wk
This home is priced at or below the council rate for this area.
How care at this home can be funded
You pay the full fee directly if assessable capital exceeds £23,250. Between £14,250 and £23,250, tariff income applies.
Your council contributes based on a financial assessment. You may still pay a contribution.
The NHS pays the full cost if your primary need is health-related. Requires a formal assessment.
The council pays a set rate and your family pays the difference to cover a higher-cost home.
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This home accepts council and NHS funding. Our Funding Guide gives a screening indication for NHS-funded care, council support and Deferred Payment Agreements.
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Family Feviews
Fountains Care Centre Reviews — What Families Say
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Family Feviews
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Location & Practical
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Travel time, nearby GP services, and neighbourhood safety — so the whole family can visit comfortably.
Practical Information
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible parking
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
Location & Neighbourhood
Only on RightCareHomeVictoria Park, Swinton Hall Road,, Swinton, Manchester, M27 4DZ
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Neighbourhood
Nearest green space
110m away
Transport access
8/10
Local amenities
5/10
Next Steps
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Visit Checklist
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Questions this page raises about Fountains Care Centre
- 1Can you provide a current activities schedule and participation rates?
- 2What has changed since the last inspection, and what would look different if the home were inspected again now?
- 3Ask about staff-to-resident ratios at different times of day.
- 4Observe how staff interact with residents during your visit.
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What are staffing levels on day and night shifts?
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How are families updated when needs change?
Communication is usually a top concern for relatives.
Can we see an example care plan review timeline?
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May we speak with a current resident family member?
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What public data can confirm
- Current CQC status: Good
- Published weekly fee range
- Public review pattern across available sources
- Public financial risk signals from company records
What only a visit can reveal
- How the home feels in the evening and at weekends
- How quickly call bells are answered in practice
- Whether staffing continuity feels stable on the floor
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