Live In Care in Manchester

Shared Lives consists of several different services where vulnerable people have the opportunity to live with or share the daily life of the carer and to have an ordinary domestic life in the same kind of home as others in the local community. Sometimes this can be long-term, sometimes for a short period, or even on a day support basis. The people who use our the shared lives services have a range of social care needs and may be older people, people with physical and or learning disabilities or people with mental health needs.

With lovely views across the countryside, this small home offers a choice of areas in which to relax, dine, socialise and exercise. The open and secure patio area with views of the nearby park is a tranquil place for Residents to relax or socialise with family & friends and the small greenhouse allows Residents to enjoy planting flowers and vegetables. All our comfortable bedrooms and living areas are easily accessible by wheelchair.

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COVID-19 STATEMENT At Qualia Care, our primary concern is for the health and wellbeing of our residents. With this in mind, we are limiting visitors to our homes to essential personnel only. We are still welcoming new residents but have adapted the way we work to ensure we are following government guidance. As ever our friendly teams at each of our care homes are always happy to help and we invite you to get in touch. Downshaw Lodge is a friendly, purpose-built home close to the market town of Ashton-under-Lyne in Greater Manchester. Rooms at Downshaw Lodge provide safe and comfortable personal spaces for our residents, decorated and furnished in a fresh, contemporary style. A modern ‘pamper’ bathroom – complete with a hi-tech, easy-access bath – provides residents with a calming bathing experience. The lounge area is the social hub of the home and is complemented by the addition of a new retro-style barber’s shop. The dementia garden offers a secure, peaceful outdoor space for residents, family and friends to relax in. We know how important food is to our residents, so we put great emphasis on providing a varied menu of delicious and nutritious home-cooked meals. Our activities coordinator organises a range of pursuits and social events to help keeping our residents active and enhance their physical and mental wellbeing. Our Services Downshaw Lodge is a male-only environment for those with a dementia diagnosis who, as a result of their illness, may present challenging behaviours. Our experienced team is committed to providing kind and compassionate care for our residents – delivering individualised care planning with support from local mental health services.