The Acres

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About Us

We are The Acres, a residential care home in Manchester, within the borough of Bury. We provide a permanent home for older people and for younger adults who need support with daily life, and we also take respite stays for anyone who needs care for a short period, whether that is after a spell in hospital or to give a family carer a rest.

The people who live here have a wide range of needs. We support adults with learning disabilities and autistic adults, people living with a physical disability, and residents with visual or hearing impairment. Because those needs differ so much from one person to the next, we plan care individually rather than running everyone to the same routine. We take time to learn how someone prefers to be supported, what they can manage independently and where they want a hand, and we write that into the care plan and revisit it as things change.

Day to day life here is meant to feel ordinary. People choose how they spend their time, keep their own belongings and habits around them, and see visitors when they wish. Communication matters a great deal in a home with this mix of needs, so we adapt how we share information to suit the person in front of us, and we keep families in the picture.

We are registered with and inspected by the Care Quality Commission, and our most recent overall rating is requires improvement. We are working through the areas that inspection identified, and we are glad to talk openly with anyone considering a move here about what that means and what we are changing.

Common questions about The Acres

Where is The Acres located?

The Acres is a residential care home in Manchester, Bury, M26 3XW. You can view its exact location and get directions from the map on this page.

What type of care does The Acres provide?

The Acres is registered to provide residential personal care, with support that includes Older person care, Learning disability and autism support, Physical disability support, Sensory impairment support, Younger adults care, Respite care. The full list of services is shown on this page.

What is The Acres's CQC rating?

The Acres is registered with and inspected by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). Its most recent overall rating is Requires Improvement following its last inspection on 6 February 2020. You can read the full CQC report from the link on this page.

Does The Acres offer respite or short-term care?

Yes. The Acres offers respite and short-term care. Availability changes regularly, so it is best to enquire directly.

Contact The Acres

Phone the home directly, or send an enquiry and we will pass it on.

Care We Offer

  • Older Person Care: Support with daily living for older people, from companionship to help with washing, dressing and medication.
  • Learning Disability / Autism: Person-centred support that helps people with a learning disability or autism live as independently as possible.
  • Physical Disability: Accessible facilities and practical help with mobility, personal care and daily tasks.
  • Visual / Hearing Impairment: Tailored support and adaptations for residents living with sight or hearing loss.
  • Younger Adults: Care designed around the needs and lifestyle of younger adults (typically 18 to 65).
  • Respite Care: Short stays that give family carers a break, or help someone recover after illness or a hospital stay.
  • Residential Care: Help with everyday living, meals and personal care in a supportive home setting.

Questions families ask about The Acres

Answered from the CQC register where we can. 5 of these the home has not told us yet, so ask when you call.

Can Mum or Dad stay here if their dementia gets worse?

No. The Acres is not listed for dementia care on the CQC register. If dementia is likely, choose a home that is, so a second move is not needed later. Source: CQC register

Is there a nurse on site if health needs change?

No. The Acres is a residential care home without on-site nursing. District nurses and GPs visit, but someone who needs daily nursing may have to move to a nursing home. Source: CQC register

Can they try a short stay before deciding?

Yes. The Acres offers respite and short stays, which is a good way to see whether the home is the right fit. Source: CQC register

Will they support end of life care, so there is no move at the hardest time?

Ask the home. End of life care is not listed on the register. Ask the manager whether residents can remain in the home with hospice or district nurse support.

Can she bring her cat or dog?

Ask the home. The home has not told us its pet policy yet. Ask directly; some homes allow small pets in residents' rooms or welcome visiting dogs.

Can a couple stay together?

Ask the home. We do not know whether the home has rooms for couples. Ask about shared or adjoining rooms if this matters.

Will the council help pay, or is it self funded only?

Ask the home. The home has not told us which funding it accepts. Most homes take both council funded and self funded residents; ask about council rates and any top up. Use our funding calculator to check what you might pay.

Do they take younger adults as well as older people?

Yes. The Acres supports younger adults as well as older people. Source: CQC register

Can I visit before deciding, and are there visiting hours?

Ask the home. Every home should welcome a visit. Call to arrange one, ideally at a mealtime or during an activity, and ask about visiting hours for family.

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Regulatory Rating

Care Quality Commission (CQC) Rating

  • Latest inspection: 6 February 2020
  • Report published: 6 February 2020

Overall: Requires Improvement

  • Safe: Inadequate
  • Effective: Requires Improvement
  • Caring: Requires Improvement
  • Responsive: Requires Improvement
  • Well-led: Requires Improvement

Care Quality Commission is responsible for the registration and inspection of social care services in England.

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Ratings are as published by the CQC and may not reflect the current position of the service.

Typical weekly fees in the North West

The Acres has not published its fees yet. These are typical weekly fees for the North West, so you know roughly what to expect before you call.

Indicative figures for the North West, not a quote from The Acres. Actual fees depend on the room, the level of care and how it is funded.

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