Home care in Atherton, Wigan
Families in Atherton can choose a checked, self-employed carer for visits, nights or live-in care after speaking to them first.
About Atherton
Atherton is a town in Wigan; its postcode districts are M29 and M46. About 27,600 people lived in the Atherton built-up area at the 2021 Census. The nearest NHS hospital to Atherton is Leigh Infirmary, about 2 miles away. Adult social care in Atherton is arranged by Wigan Metropolitan Borough Council.
LCH Care is an introductory agency with no local office: we match families in Atherton with checked, self-employed carers, and you speak to carers by phone or video call before you choose.
Care at home in Atherton
- Hourly care in Atherton: visits of 2 hours or more, at times that suit you, from £25 an hour
- Live-in care in Atherton: a carer living in the home for daily support, £1,100 a week
- Overnight care in Atherton: sleeping or waking nights, so nights are safe
- Respite care in Atherton: cover while a family carer takes a break
- 24-hour care in Atherton: two carers sharing the day and the night
- Companionship care in Atherton: company, outings and help with daily routines
- Dementia care in Atherton: a familiar carer and a steady routine at home
Arranging care in Atherton
Wigan Metropolitan Borough Council carries out free needs assessments for people in Atherton: apply on GOV.UK.
For funding rules, NHS hospitals and other towns around Atherton, see home care in Wigan.
Nearby towns and districts
- Tyldesley
- Astley
- Westhoughton Bolton
- Leigh
- Little Hulton Salford
Questions
Do you arrange carers in Atherton?
Yes. LCH Care matches families in Atherton and across Wigan with checked, self-employed carers. Availability in Atherton depends on carers nearby, and we will tell you honestly what we can offer.
How much does home care cost in Atherton?
Hourly care in Atherton costs £25 an hour (2 hours minimum a visit) and live-in care costs £1,100 a week, confirmed in a written quote before care starts.
Can care start when someone comes home from Leigh Infirmary?
Yes, when a suitable carer is available near Atherton. Tell us the discharge date as early as you can, and we will send profiles of carers who could start in Atherton.
Who do I ask for a needs assessment in Atherton?
Wigan Metropolitan Borough Council carries out free needs assessments for people in Atherton: apply on GOV.UK.
Care at home in Atherton
Tell us what is needed in Atherton, and we'll call you back and send profiles of suitable carers.