England

Ruskin LodgeSt. Helens

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Rated:GoodResidential

Ruskin Lodge

Swinburne Road, Dentons Green, St Helens, Merseyside, WA10 6AW

0174420010

Care Type

Residential Care

Assessment date

15 April 2025

Provider

Pilkington Retirement Services Limited

Beds

23 beds

How this home compares nearby

Of 33 care homes for older people within 5 miles, 1 is rated higher by CQC, 26 are the same and 6 are lower.

4 of these nearby homes have been inspected more recently than this one.

Based on CQC ratings, updated 22 October 2026. How we compare homes | See the nearby homes

Rating history

GoodMar 2016
GoodMar 2018
GoodJun 2025

Rated Good at every inspection since 2016.

Source: CQC inspection reports. Contains CQC data licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0.

Costs and who runs this home

This is the only care home Pilkington Retirement Services Limited runs in England.

Average care home fees in the North West: £882 a week for residential care and £1,196 for nursing care (2024-25 averages). Self-funders usually pay more. See our care home costs guide.

This home lists dementia care, which usually costs more than standard residential care. See dementia care home costs. NHS Continuing Healthcare may apply where someone's needs are primarily health needs.
How to pay for a care home explains the council means test, what counts as capital and the funding you can ask to be assessed for.

About Ruskin Lodge

Ruskin Lodge is a residential care home in St Helens offering short-term respite stays for people over 60, including those living with dementia. Full details from the CQC's most recent inspection are set out below.

Ruskin Lodge Care Home in St Helens is a purpose-built respite service supporting people over 60, including those living with dementia, for short-term stays. The CQC rated the home Good overall, finding a strong culture of person-centred, compassionate care where dignity, choice and independence were consistently promoted.

Inspectors found each respite stay was treated as a fresh assessment of needs, with prompt referrals to health professionals when required. Medicines were managed safely, staff were well trained, and clear governance supported oversight through audits and reviews. People and relatives spoke warmly of the care, describing staff as kind, attentive and professional.

Source: CQC assessment, 24 June 2025

Specialist Care

DementiaOlder people

Facilities & Amenities

Activities ProgrammeDining RoomCommunal LoungeWheelchair AccessibleTV in RoomsTelephone

Fees and availability

We have not verified a current weekly fee for this home. Ask for a written quote based on the room and care needed, including any extra charges.

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Care and inspection details

Checked against the CQC register on 21 September 2026. This is a check of published information, not a visit to the home.

Registered service: Care home service without nursing
Registered capacity: 23 places — this is not a vacancy count
Registration checked: Registered · WA10 6AW

Registered care categories

Caring for adults over 65 yrs; Dementia.

These describe the registration. The home must assess whether it can meet the individual person's needs and whether a place is available.

CQC ratings in more detail

Overall rating shown by CQC: Good.

Assessment published 24 June 2025. Assessment date recorded: 15 April 2025.

Read CQC's assessment overview

The following is CQC's published account of its assessment, published 24 June 2025. References to “we” mean CQC. It describes findings at that time.

An assessment of Ruskin Lodge Care Home in St Helens was carried out on 29 April 2025. The provider supports people over the age of 60, including those living with dementia. The respite facility is purpose-built and provided short-term respite care.
The provider had a strong and consistent commitment to person-centred, compassionate care. Leaders and staff demonstrated a clear focus on dignity, respect, and the promotion of independence. Staff interactions were warm, respectful, and empowering, reflecting a culture where kindness and inclusion were evident in day-to-day practice. Equality and diversity were actively championed, and care was tailored to the unique needs and preferences of each person.
We found the provider had a robust and responsive assessment process which treated each additional respite stay as a new opportunity to reassess the person’s physical, emotional, and social needs. This ensured care remained safe and appropriate. Referrals to other health and social care professionals in support of people’s needs were made promptly so people received the help they required.
Staff were appropriately trained and supported to deliver high-quality care. People were given choices about their care and were supported to remain as independent as possible during their stay.
Medicines were stored securely and administered by trained staff in line with policy and guidance. Records, including those for "as needed" (PRN) medicines and controlled drugs, were accurate. People received medicines on time, and safe practices were observed. Clear governance structures were in place to monitor performance and ensure accountability. Quality audits, action plans, and regular supervisions supported oversight. Accidents and incidents were recorded, monitored, and reviewed. The findings were used to update care plans and support staff learning, helping to keep people safe.

Safe: Good
Effective: Good
Caring: Good
Responsive: Good
Well-led: Good

Read Ruskin Lodge's CQC record and reports.

Contains Care Quality Commission information under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Ratings and registration details can change after the date checked.

5 Questions to Ask on Your Visit

When visiting Ruskin Lodge, consider asking...

1.What specific dementia training do staff receive and how recently?
2.How do you support a resident who becomes distressed or confused?
3.How does the home keep a record of a resident's life history and personal preferences?
4.How do you involve families as dementia progresses and communication becomes harder?
5.What happens when a resident's dementia reaches an advanced stage?

5 Things to Look For on Your Visit

When you visit Ruskin Lodge, look out for...

1.Is the environment calm, uncluttered and easy to navigate?
2.Do staff speak to residents with patience and dignity, even if they repeat themselves?
3.Are there memory cues around the home -- photos, familiar objects, clear signage?
4.Do residents seem settled and safe, or agitated and unsupervised?
5.Is there meaningful activity happening, or are residents just sitting quietly with nothing to do?

Could the NHS fund Ruskin Lodge's fees?

The average nursing home costs £1,535 per week. That's £79,820 a year. NHS Continuing Healthcare could cover all of it. No means test, no contribution from you.

Find out if the NHS could fund these fees