Heaton Vale

Heaton Vale is a residential care home in Stockport, Stockport (SK4 1QL). It holds a CQC rating of Requires Improvement.

About Heaton Vale

Ours is a residential care home in Stockport supporting adults with a learning disability and autistic adults. It is a house and a household, not a facility, and the people who live here have their own rooms, their own belongings and a say in how the week is arranged. Support is worked out with each person rather than decided for them. For some that means practical help with washing, dressing, cooking and looking after their own space. For others it is about getting out to work, college or the things they enjoy, managing money, and having somebody steady alongside in situations that might otherwise feel overwhelming. We pay close attention to how each person communicates and to what helps them feel settled. Respite stays are available too. We would rather be plain about inspection than quiet about it. Our most recent overall rating from the Care Quality Commission is requires improvement. That is not where we want to be and we are not going to present it as anything else. Specific things were found wanting, work is under way on them, and the fair test is whether you can see the difference when you come. So please do come. Look round, meet the people who live and work here, and ask us directly what was found and what has changed since.

Care provided at Heaton Vale

Read the full inspection report on the CQC website.

Common questions about Heaton Vale

Where is Heaton Vale located?

Heaton Vale is a residential care home in Stockport, Stockport, SK4 1QL. You can view its exact location and get directions from the map on this page.

What type of care does Heaton Vale provide?

Heaton Vale is registered to provide residential personal care, with support that includes Learning disability and autism support, Respite care. The full list of services is shown on this page.

What is Heaton Vale's CQC rating?

Heaton Vale 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 July 2023. You can read the full CQC report from the link on this page.

Does Heaton Vale offer respite or short-term care?

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

Questions families ask about Heaton Vale

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

No. Heaton Vale 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.

Is there a nurse on site if health needs change?

No. Heaton Vale 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.

Can they try a short stay before deciding?

Yes. Yes. Heaton Vale offers respite and short stays, which is a good way to see whether the home is the right fit.

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.

Do they take younger adults as well as older people?

Ask the home. The register does not say which age groups the home supports. Ask the home.

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.

Typical weekly fees in the North West

Heaton Vale 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 Heaton Vale. Actual fees depend on the room, the level of care and how it is funded.

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