
Wheldale Heights
Nursing Care
8 April 2026
Wheldale Heights Health Care Limited
24 beds
About Wheldale Heights
Wheldale Heights, in Wakefield, provides accommodation, nursing and personal care for up to 24 people living with complex mental and physical health needs arising from neurological conditions such as acquired brain injury, dementia and Huntington's disease. The CQC rated the home Good overall, finding it well led by a skilled registered manager who fostered an open, inclusive culture among staff, people and relatives.
Inspectors found sufficient, well-trained staff providing safe, person-centred care, with accurate records and safe medicines management. The environment was clean, well maintained and personalised. People and relatives spoke positively about feeling safe, respected and well cared for, describing the home as calm, organised and well run.
Source: CQC assessment, 8 April 2026
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Location
Wheldon Road, Castleford, West Yorkshire, WF10 2PY

Wheldale Heights
CQC overall rating
Last inspection: 8 April 2026
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