Mental health care homes in Bolton

Updated

Bolton has 24 mental health care homes registered with the Care Quality Commission, 8 of them with nursing. Of the homes on this page, the CQC rates 2 Outstanding, 18 Good and 2 Requires improvement. 2 homes are not rated yet. Bolton council paid on average £895 a week for a residential care place and £891 for a nursing place for people aged 65 and over in 2024-2025 (GOV.UK adult social care finance report).

All care homes in Bolton (57)

Bolton at a glance

24on this list

Official rating
  • Outstanding2
  • Good18
  • Requires improvement2
  • Not yet rated2
  • 91% rated Good or Outstanding
  • Average score8.0 / 10
  • Types of care83% offer younger adults
How this list is ordered

This list includes every home in Bolton on the CQC register, whatever its rating. The highest scores come first and homes not yet inspected come last.

Paying never changes a home's rating, score or place. Top places are only offered to homes rated Good or Outstanding and are always labelled.

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24 mental health care homes in Bolton

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Church Road

Run by Cade Care Limited

144 Church Road, Bolton, BL1 6HJ
OutstandingCQC · Dec 2021

Inspected more than 4 years ago

  • Residential
  • 6 beds
  • Learning disabilities
  • Mental health

Residential care home for 6 residents in Bolton, run by Cade Care Limited. Supports learning disabilities and mental health.

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Lang Riggs House

Run by Nestlings Care Ltd

Breeze Hill Road, Manchester, M46 9HJ
OutstandingCQC · Aug 2026
  • Nursing
  • 4 beds
  • Children
  • Learning disabilities
  • Mental health

Lang Riggs House offers intensive specialist residential placements for young people with complex mental health needs. Its spacious family home has four placements, four bedrooms, four bathrooms, three lounges and a therapy or multipurpose room.

An in-house mental health team addresses developmental, social care and mental health needs. Support includes pre-admission assessment, transition planning and individual care and treatment plans, with…

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44 Glen Avenue

Run by Max Potential UK Ltd

44 Glen Avenue, Bolton, BL3 5QY
GoodCQC · May 2021

Inspected more than 4 years ago

  • Residential
  • 4 beds
  • Mental health
  • Sensory impairment
  • Younger adults

Residential care home for 4 residents in Bolton, run by Max Potential UK Ltd. Supports mental health, sensory impairment and younger adults.

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Ashurst

Run by Care In Mind Limited

74 Albert Road West, Bolton, BL1 5HW
GoodCQC · Jun 2025
  • Residential
  • 5 beds
  • Children
  • Eating disorders
  • Learning disabilities

Residential care home for 5 residents in Bolton, run by Care In Mind Limited. Supports learning disabilities, mental health, younger adults, children and eating disorders.

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DIL House

Run by Dignity In Life Ltd

16 Bradford Avenue, Bolton, BL3 2PF
GoodCQC · Oct 2021

Inspected more than 4 years ago

  • Residential
  • 6 beds
  • Mental health
  • Younger adults

Residential care home for 6 residents in Bolton, run by Dignity In Life Ltd. Supports mental health and younger adults.

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DIL Place

Run by Dignity In Life Ltd

28 Bradford Avenue, Bolton, BL3 2PF
GoodCQC · Apr 2022

Inspected more than 4 years ago

  • Residential
  • 6 beds
  • Mental health
  • Younger adults

Residential care home for 6 residents in Bolton, run by Dignity In Life Ltd. Supports mental health and younger adults.

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Farnworth Care Home

Run by Abbey Healthcare (Farnworth) Limited

Church Street, Farnworth, Bolton, BL4 8AG
GoodCQC · Dec 2020

Inspected more than 4 years ago

  • Nursing
  • 120 beds
  • Dementia
  • Elderly care
  • Mental health

Farnworth Care Home provides residential, nursing, dementia and respite care for older people in a modern home near Bolton. Its care teams work with GPs, pharmacies and NHS services, supporting residents whose needs may change while encouraging independence and daily living skills.

The home places particular emphasis on food and dining. Residents can choose seating arrangements, eat with companions or use private dining areas, while meal…

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Hartington House

Run by Perpetual (Bolton) Limited

14 Hartington Road, Heaton, Bolton, BL1 4DP
GoodCQC · Apr 2020

Inspected more than 4 years ago

  • Nursing
  • 6 beds
  • Mental health
  • Younger adults

Specialist residential care at Hartington House supports adults and children living with complex mental health needs. The Bolton service provides 24-hour care in homely environments, with personalised plans focused on individual needs, recovery and independence.

Referrals are welcomed from NHS Trusts, Social Services and other healthcare professionals.

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Max Potential

Run by Max Potential UK Ltd

6 Meltham Place, Back Willows Lane, Bolton, BL3 4AD
GoodCQC · Dec 2023
  • Residential
  • 4 beds
  • Dementia
  • Eating disorders
  • Elderly care

Residential care home for 4 residents in Bolton, run by Max Potential UK Ltd. Supports dementia, older people, learning disabilities, mental health, physical disabilities, sensory impairment, younger adults and eating disorders.

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Max Potential UK Ltd

Run by Max Potential UK Ltd

125 Mayor Street, Bolton, BL1 4SJ
GoodCQC · Jun 2018

Inspected more than 4 years ago

  • Residential
  • 8 beds
  • Dementia
  • Elderly care
  • Learning disabilities

Max Potential UK Ltd runs a bespoke day care centre in Bolton for adults with learning disabilities and mental health issues. The service combines on-site activities with daily community outings, including library sessions, bowling and cycling.

The centre provides a sensory room, rebound therapy trampoline, games equipment and cook-and-eat sessions.

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Morden Grange

Run by Perpetual (Bolton) Limited

15 Chadwick Street, The Haulgh, Bolton, BL2 1JN
GoodCQC · Apr 2018

Inspected more than 4 years ago

  • Nursing
  • 8 beds
  • Mental health
  • Younger adults

Care home with nursing for 8 residents in Bolton, run by Perpetual (Bolton) Limited. Supports mental health and younger adults.

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New Lane

Run by Bolton Cares (A) Limited

2-4 New Lane, Breightmet, Bolton, BL2 5BN
GoodCQC · Jun 2021

Inspected more than 4 years ago

  • Residential
  • 7 beds
  • Eating disorders
  • Elderly care
  • Learning disabilities

Residential care home for 7 residents in Bolton, run by Bolton Cares (A) Limited. Supports older people, learning disabilities, mental health, physical disabilities, younger adults, substance misuse and eating disorders.

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Next Steps - The Elms

Run by Next Steps Mental Healthcare LTD

72 Wigan Road, Bolton, BL3 5PZ
GoodCQC · Jan 2019

Inspected more than 4 years ago

  • Residential
  • 7 beds
  • Elderly care
  • Mental health
  • Younger adults

Residential care home for 7 residents in Bolton, run by Next Steps Mental Healthcare LTD. Supports older people, mental health and younger adults.

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Shannon Court Care Centre

Run by Shannon Court Care Home Limited

112-114 Radcliffe Road, Bolton, BL2 1NY
GoodCQC · Mar 2023
  • Nursing
  • 78 beds
  • Dementia
  • Elderly care
  • Mental health

Shannon Court Care Centre offers different levels of care for residents whose needs vary, including general nursing care and support around advanced care planning. The home is intended for people seeking a care setting where nursing provision and longer-term support can be discussed with the team.

The service encourages families to arrange a visit and provides information about care options, newsletters and planning for future wishes.

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Shrewsbury Road - Max Potential

Run by Max Potential UK Ltd

19 Shrewsbury Road, Bolton, BL1 4NW
GoodCQC · Mar 2026
  • Residential
  • 4 beds
  • Learning disabilities
  • Mental health
  • Sensory impairment

Residential care home for 4 residents in Bolton, run by Max Potential UK Ltd. Supports learning disabilities, mental health, sensory impairment and younger adults.

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Somerset House

Run by Perpetual (Bolton) Limited

17 Somerset Road, Heaton, Bolton, BL1 4NE
GoodCQC · May 2026
  • Nursing
  • 6 beds
  • Mental health
  • Younger adults

Somerset House provides specialist 24-hour residential care for adults and children with complex mental health needs in Bolton. The service works with NHS Trusts, Social Services and other healthcare professionals, accepting referrals and developing care packages around each resident’s needs, recovery goals and level of independence.

The referral process begins with a thorough assessment and a personalised care plan, followed by a planned…

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Swallowfield Garden Care Home

Run by Cuerden Developments Ltd

653 Chorley New Road, Horwich, Bolton, BL6 6LH
GoodCQC · Nov 2022
  • Nursing
  • 30 beds
  • Dementia
  • Mental health
  • Physical disabilities

Swallowfield Garden Care Home supports people with dementia, mental health needs, physical disabilities and sensory impairment through nursing and residential care. The family-run group assesses each person’s needs before deciding what support, equipment and activities can be accommodated.

The home has an activities coordinator who arranges daily activities and regular trips out, alongside a monthly dementia café and links with local schools,…

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Take A Break With Choices

Run by Freda Varley

9 Chadwick Street, The Hough, Bolton, BL2 1JN
GoodCQC · Apr 2020

Inspected more than 4 years ago

  • Residential
  • 7 beds
  • Dementia
  • Elderly care
  • Learning disabilities

Residential care home for 7 residents in Bolton, run by Freda Varley. Supports dementia, older people, learning disabilities, mental health, physical disabilities, sensory impairment and younger adults.

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Woodlands Care Home

Run by Harbour Healthcare 1 Ltd

4 Wigan Road, Westhoughton, Bolton, BL5 3RJ
GoodCQC · Jan 2026
  • Residential
  • 55 beds
  • Dementia
  • Elderly care
  • Mental health

Woodlands Care Home provides residential and dementia care for older people and adults with physical disabilities, sensory impairment, mental health needs or learning disabilities. The home’s care offer is designed for residents who need ongoing support in a residential setting, with Harbour Healthcare also providing nursing care and resident enrichment across its wider service.

The home supports people living with dementia and offers activities…

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Orchid Woodlands Healthcare Ltd

Run by Orchid Woodlands Healthcare Ltd

22 Woodlands Drive, Atherton, Manchester, M46 9HH
GoodCQC · Dec 2025
  • Safe Requires improvement
  • Residential
  • 38 beds
  • Dementia
  • Elderly care
  • Mental health

Orchid Woodlands provides 24-hour residential care, respite stays and specialist dementia support for older people. Its service is designed for people needing help with daily tasks, personal care and changing memory-related needs, with short and longer stays available.

Each resident receives a personal care plan covering health and wellbeing, while staff support washing, cleaning and dressing and encourage retained abilities.

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What to look for in mental health care homes

  1. Staff training

    Staff training and access to appropriate clinical or community support.

  2. Personalised recovery

    Personalised recovery, crisis and risk-management planning.

  3. Support for medication

    Support for medication, daily living and meaningful community activity.

Questions families ask

What should mental health care homes offer?

Residential mental health support varies widely in intensity and approach. Confirm that the home’s staff, environment and external clinical relationships match the person’s diagnosis, risks and recovery goals.

How many mental health care homes are there in Bolton?

24 mental health care homes in Bolton are on the CQC register (data of 2 November 2026).

Which mental health care homes in Bolton are rated Outstanding?

Church Road and Lang Riggs House.

How much does a care home cost in Bolton?

Bolton council paid on average £895 a week for residential care and £891 for nursing care for people aged 65 and over in 2024-2025. For adults aged 18 to 64 it paid £1,962 and £1,957. Across England the averages were £982 and £1,102 for people aged 65 and over. People who pay for their own care are often charged more, so ask each home for its weekly fee.

How are these care homes ordered?

Ordered by the MyCareCheck score: the average of the five CQC key-question ratings (safe, effective, caring, responsive and well-led) on a 0 to 10 scale, where Outstanding is 10, Good 8, Requires improvement 5 and Inadequate 2. Homes the CQC has not rated yet come last. No home is left out because of its rating.

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