Boston House, Oldham
CQC Inspection Breakdown
| Safe | Requires improvement |
| Effective | Good |
| Caring | Good |
| Responsive | Good |
| Well-led | Requires improvement |
About Boston House
Boston House is a care home providing support for people with complex needs following a brain injury. The service is based in Oldham and can support up to 17 people. The building is divided into three units. At the time of our inspection the service was supporting 14 people; 3 more independent people were living on Rose unit, 6 people on Lavender unit, each with their own studio apartment and ensuite facilities, and 5 people on Sunflower unit, with a higher level of dependency.
What residents and families say
People told us they were well treated and their equality and diversity respected.
People felt staff respected their privacy and dignity and took into account their views when agreeing on the support required.
Source: CQC inspection report
Specialisms
About Boston House
Boston House is a residential care home located in Oldham, Oldham, where the team works to create a caring community that feels like a true home. The home is operated by Accomplish Group Limited and can accommodate up to 17 residents. Following their most recent inspection on 10/02/2023, the Care Quality Commission rated Boston House as Requires improvement. Across the five inspection categories, the home scored Good for Effective, Caring, Responsive; Requires Improvement for Safe and Well-led. The home caters to a range of care needs, including sensory impairments, caring for adults under 65 yrs, mental health conditions, caring for adults over 65 yrs and physical disabilities. The service supports mental health, older people, physical disability, sensory impairment, younger adults. The OL8 postcode area has 12 registered care homes with a combined 364 beds — so there are options to compare in the local area.
Finding the right care home is a deeply personal decision, and we hope this information helps you and your family feel more confident as you explore your options. Every person deserves care that respects their individuality, and the right home will feel welcoming from the moment you walk through the door.
Boston House is one of the care homes in Oldham — a local authority with 46 CQC-registered homes, 35 of which are rated Good or Outstanding.
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Further Reading & Official Sources
- Official CQC inspection report for Boston House
- View Boston House on Google Maps
- NHS care home finder near OL8 1XR
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What to Expect When Visiting
When visiting a residential care home, pay attention to the atmosphere as much as the facilities. The best homes feel warm, unhurried, and genuinely caring — like a place where your loved one could feel at home.
- Try to visit at different times of day, including mealtimes, to see the home in action.
- Speak with staff and, if possible, current residents or their families about their experience.
- Ask how the home supports residents who may need nursing care in the future.
- Look at the communal spaces — do they feel welcoming, clean, and well-used?
- Assess the accessibility of corridors, bathrooms, and outdoor areas for wheelchair users.
Questions to Ask When Visiting
It can be hard to know what to ask during a care home visit. Here are some questions tailored to Boston House's type of care that may help guide your conversation:
- 1 What happens if a resident's care needs increase beyond what you can provide?
- 2 How do you support residents to stay active and connected to their community?
- 3 Can residents personalise their rooms with their own furniture and belongings?
- 4 What does a typical day look like for someone living here?
For a more complete checklist, see our guide to choosing a care home.
Official CQC Inspection Report
The Care Quality Commission last inspected Boston House on 10/02/2023 and rated it Requires improvement. The full report includes detailed findings on safety, staffing, and quality of care.
Read the full CQC reportWhat families typically look for
- - How friendly and attentive the care staff are day-to-day
- - What activities and social events are available for residents
- - How the home handles changing care needs over time
These reflect common priorities we see from families researching care homes. For personalised advice, we recommend visiting in person and speaking to current families.
Frequently Asked Questions
What happens if a resident's care needs increase beyond what you can provide?
CQC rated Boston House as Good for Responsive care on 10/02/2023, which includes how the home adapts to residents' changing needs. Ask what the home's protocol is when a resident needs a higher level of nursing care — whether they support a managed transition or have partnerships with local nursing homes.
How do you support residents to stay active and connected to their community?
CQC rated Boston House as Good for Caring on 10/02/2023. This domain covers how staff support residents' emotional wellbeing, social connection, and sense of purpose. During your visit, ask to see the activities timetable and speak with current residents or their families about daily life.
Can residents personalise their rooms with their own furniture and belongings?
Most residential care homes encourage residents to bring personal furniture and belongings to make their room feel like home. When visiting Boston House, ask about room sizes, any restrictions on furniture, and whether residents can hang pictures and decorate their space as they wish. A personalised room can make a significant difference to a resident's sense of comfort and identity.
What does a typical day look like for someone living here?
With 17 residents and care tailored to sensory impairments, daily routines at Boston House will be shaped around individual needs. During your visit, observe the lunchtime atmosphere, ask about morning routines and whether residents have flexibility around wake-up times and meal choices, and check what a typical afternoon looks like.
What is the CQC rating for Boston House?
Boston House in Oldham is rated Requires improvement by the Care Quality Commission. The most recent inspection was on 10/02/2023. The home has 17 beds.
How many beds does Boston House have?
Boston House has 17 beds and operates as a residential care home in Oldham.
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Data from the Care Quality Commission, last updated March 2026. View on CQC website → How we use this data