Care homes in Manchester
Compare CQC-registered residential and nursing homes across Manchester and Greater Manchester. Free to search, with inspection ratings and contact details on every listing.
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Residential care homes in Manchester
Residential homes in and around Manchester provide a permanent or short-stay place to live with personal care, meals, housekeeping and activities, with staff on hand day and night across the Greater Manchester area.
Nursing homes in Manchester
Nursing homes offer everything a residential home does, plus registered nurses on site for people with medical or complex health needs. Some homes in Manchester also run dedicated dementia units or offer end-of-life care.
Respite and short stays
Many homes accept short-term stays after a hospital discharge or to give a family carer a break. Availability changes week to week, so contact several homes near Manchester rather than waiting on one.
What to check before you choose
- Whether the home has a vacancy near Manchester for the date you need
- Their most recent CQC rating and inspection report
- Whether nursing care is registered on site, if that is needed
- The weekly fee, what it includes, and how and when fees rise
- Staffing levels, activities, visiting arrangements and food
Common questions
How much does a care home cost in Manchester?
Residential care homes in England typically cost between about £900 and £1,400 a week, and nursing homes usually cost more because registered nurses are on site. Fees vary by room, location and needs, so ask each home for a written fee schedule.
What is the difference between a residential and nursing home in Manchester?
A residential home provides accommodation with personal care and support around the clock. A nursing home does the same but also has registered nurses on site for people with medical needs such as complex wound care, PEG feeding or advanced conditions.
How do I choose a care home in Manchester?
Shortlist homes near Manchester that have space and suit the level of care needed, check their latest CQC inspection report, then visit in person — ideally at mealtime — and ask about staffing, activities, visiting and fee increases.