The Rowans Care Home
The Rowans Care Home is a nursing home in Wigan with Low public financial risk and Strong public review score. The main areas to verify are No registered manager listed. This page helps you decide whether it is worth visiting now or worth verifying more deeply first.
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The Rowans Care Home may still be worth shortlisting, but not on the public picture alone.
Why shortlist
- Low public financial risk
- Strong public review score
- Dementia support
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- No registered manager listed
- Pricing not published
Best fit if you need
- Dementia support
- Nursing care
- 24/7 nurse cover
Quality
Official rating not published yet
Costs
See Costs & Funding section below
Availability
Vacancies currently available
Location
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Financial Watchlist
Low public financial risk in the latest company records
About The Rowans Care Home
The Rowans Care Home is a care home with nursing in Wigan, North West, operated by EQ Care Group Limited since 2023. The home has 66 beds. The home specialises in dementia care, including support for Alzheimer's, vascular dementia, Lewy body dementia. Qualified nursing staff are on-site 24 hours.
Care & Medical
Can this home safely meet your care needs?
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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
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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 tailor care plans in the first 2 weeks after move-in?
- 2How often are families updated, and who is the main contact?
Staffing
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Medication Support
Daily Life
Will daily life feel comfortable and meaningful?
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Dining & Nutrition
1 dining services listed
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Dining Services
Dietary Options
Facilities & Features
4 feature groups available
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Accessibility
Rooms
Safety & Security
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Lifestyle & Amenities
Safety & Quality
The Rowans Care Home: CQC Rating & Safety
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Quality Snapshot
Current inspection ratings and how they compare to previous assessments.
Inspection Ratings by Category
Financial Health
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Costs & Funding
The Rowans Care Home: Weekly Fees & Funding Options
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Costs & Funding
Estimated fees and funding options based on registration records and regional benchmarks.
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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What's Included
Self-Funded Nursing Care: £1500 – £1750. Self-Funded Nursing Dementia Care: £1650 – £2200. These prices are only a guideline; please contact The Rowans to find out the exact price for your requirements. All rates are subject to assessment outcome.
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Family Feviews
The Rowans Care Home Reviews — What Families Say
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Family Feviews
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Location & Practical
Will regular visits and day-to-day logistics be practical?
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 RightCareHome339 Bickershaw Lane, Bickershaw, Wigan, WN2 5TE
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Neighbourhood
Nearest green space
58m away
Transport access
5/10
Local amenities
2/10
Next Steps
What should you do before making a final decision?
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Visit Checklist
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Questions this page raises about The Rowans Care Home
- 1Ask how staff support one-to-one engagement for quieter residents.
- 2Who leads day to day on this floor, and how long have they been in post?
- 3Observe staff interactions with residents during your visit.
- 4Check how families are kept informed about changes in care.
Is the latest inspection report visible in reception?
Confirms transparency on current quality.
What are staffing levels on day and night shifts?
Shows whether support is consistent around the clock.
How are families updated when needs change?
Communication is usually a top concern for relatives.
Can we see an example care plan review timeline?
Helps confirm how quickly the team adapts care.
May we speak with a current resident family member?
Gives an independent perspective before deciding.
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Public warning signs are already visible
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What public data can confirm
- 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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What Care Home Check explains
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