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Sensory impairment care at home in Blackrod
64 of the 107 home care agencies covering Blackrod offer sensory impairment care, from 62 providers. Midshires Care Limited has the most, at 2. Of the 49 CQC has rated, 96% are Good or Outstanding, against 89% for sensory impairment care across England. 3 are Outstanding. Our estimate of typical fees here: about £33.50 an hour for visiting care and £1,610 a week for live-in careestimated. 25 home care agencies were last rated over four years ago and 4 registered in the last two years. The most recent rating was Homecare Team Ltd, rated Good on 11 September 2026.
Updated 27 October 2026 from the CQC register (Open Government Licence)
In short
- For dementia support, 55 have it on their CQC registration.
- CQC rates 47 of the 49 agencies with a rating as Good or Outstanding; 2 are Requires improvement or Inadequate; 15 are still waiting for a first rating.
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Citation: "Sensory impairment care at home in Blackrod", The Care Panel analysis of CQC register data, Oct 2026.
- 64CQC-registered agencies
- 96%rated Good or Outstanding (of those rated)
- 55offer dementia support
- 8inspected or rated in the last 2 years
Who offers sensory impairment care in Blackrod
Order: CQC rating first, then how recent that rating is, then distance. Our ranking method
- All 107
- Elderly care · 94
- Care for adults under 65 · 90
- Physical disability care · 90
- Dementia care · 80
- Mental health care · 68
- Sensory impairment care · 64
- Learning disability care · 62
- Children's care · 31
- Supported living · 27
- Substance misuse support · 18
- Eating disorder support · 14
Every agency covering Blackrod registered with CQC for sensory impairment care, ranked by CQC rating and how recent it is, then by distance.
How sensory impairment care in Blackrod compares
CQC lists sensory impairment care for 64 of the 107 agencies covering Blackrod, or 60%. England-wide, 89% of agencies registered for sensory impairment care are Good or Outstanding and here it is 96% (above England, 3 points above the 93% for all agencies in the town).
For sensory impairment care, the top rated agencies are Belong at Home Domiciliary Care Agency - Wigan & Southport, Guardian Homecare (Tatton Gardens) and Delta Care Ltd - Chorley. 8 were rated in the last two years; the oldest rating dates from April 2018 and the newest from September 2026. Offices within 2 miles of Blackrod centre: 3. 15 of them are not yet rated, which is usual for newly registered services.
Here 60% of agencies list sensory impairment care, compared with 65% across Bolton.
Live-in care in the North West runs at around £1,610 a week; visiting care is about £33.50 an hour on weekdays, more in the evening and at weekends. How these costs are worked out.
What sensory impairment care involves
Deafblindness, hearing loss and sight loss are the three needs sensory impairment care covers. Expect staff skilled in communication, a layout and routine that let people find their way without risk, and support with equipment and technology.
Questions to ask agencies about sensory impairment care
- How do you keep people connected with family and activities?
- Do staff have sight loss or deaf awareness training?
- Can staff use British Sign Language or tactile signing if needed?
- How are written information and menus made accessible?
- How do you link with local sensory support services?
Where to get support: RNIB Helpline, 0303 123 9999. All sensory impairment care in Bolton.
Sensory impairment care in nearby towns
| Town | Distance | Agencies | Good or Outstanding |
|---|---|---|---|
| Blackrod | – | 64 | 47 |
| Aspull | 1.5 mi | 67 | 50 |
| Horwich | 1.6 mi | 68 | 50 |
| Adlington | 1.9 mi | 43 | 34 |
| Standish | 3.2 mi | 35 | 26 |
| Ince-in-Makerfield | 3.8 mi | 48 | 33 |
| Westhoughton | 4.0 mi | 71 | 52 |
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What families want to know about sensory impairment care in Blackrod
Which agencies in Blackrod provide sensory impairment care?
The CQC register for Oct 2026 shows that 64 of the 107 agencies that have an office within 7 miles of Blackrod list sensory impairment care as a specialism. Well-rated choices include Belong at Home Domiciliary Care Agency - Wigan & Southport, Guardian Homecare (Tatton Gardens) and Delta Care Ltd - Chorley.
How does CQC rate home care agencies in Blackrod?
47 (96%) are rated Good or Outstanding, out of 49 with a rating (3 Outstanding). Rated Requires improvement or Inadequate: 2. Not yet rated: 15. That is common for services registered recently.
What does home care cost in Blackrod?
Usual 2026 prices across England: visiting care around £32–£34 an hour; live-in care around £1,540–£1,610 a week. Ask every agency for a full list of charges, with weekend and bank holiday rates: hourly rates vary more between agencies than between regions. The Homecare Association puts the minimum sustainable price for council-funded home care in England at £34.42 an hour for 2026/27. Source: Lottie Care Index, Q3 2026. More in our cost guide.
Does Bolton council fund home care?
It may. Bolton council must offer a free care needs assessment to anyone who appears to need support (Care Act 2014). If savings and investments are below £23,250, the council may contribute after a financial assessment, depending on income, and for care at home the value of the home is not counted. Attendance Allowance is not means-tested. How to contact Bolton council.
How do I choose between agencies in Blackrod?
Read the most recent CQC report and check its date. Here, 8 of 64 were inspected or rated within the last two years; 41 have older reports. Before signing, ask about staff continuity, how they handle missed visits and the full price. Use our checklist.
Are there more sensory impairment care in towns near Blackrod?
In Blackrod there are 64, 47 rated Good or Outstanding. The closest towns on our site are Aspull (1.5 miles): 67, 50 rated Good or Outstanding; Horwich (1.6 miles): 68, 50 rated Good or Outstanding; Adlington (1.9 miles): 43, 34 rated Good or Outstanding.
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Sensory impairment care near Blackrod
- Sensory impairment care in Aspull 1.5 mi
- Sensory impairment care in Horwich 1.6 mi
- Sensory impairment care in Adlington 1.9 mi
- Sensory impairment care in Standish 3.2 mi
- Sensory impairment care in Ince-in-Makerfield 3.8 mi
- Sensory impairment care in Westhoughton 4.0 mi
- Sensory impairment care in Hindley 4.2 mi
- Sensory impairment care in Wigan 4.3 mi
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Provider details from the Care Quality Commission register, updated Oct 2026. Contains CQC data licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0. The Care Panel is not a care provider.