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Higher Lane
131 Higher Lane, Rainford, St. Helens, WA11 8BJ — Care Home
- 4 bedsRegistered capacity
- St. HelensCouncil for care funding
- 01925 759162Care home's own number
- Bright Futures Care LimitedOperator
- 13th November 2023Registered since
- Bright Futures Care LimitedRegistered provider
Care offered
Care types at Higher Lane
Higher Lane is a Care Home in St. Helens, offering Residential, Children's Services and Learning Disability care.
Higher Lane was registered with the Care Quality Commission in November 2023. It is run by Bright Futures Care Limited, a company registered at Companies House (number 08157115). Bright Futures Care Limited runs 21 care homes in England registered with CQC.
CQC registers the home to care for younger adults, people with learning disabilities or autism and children and young people up to 18.
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Support and specialisms
Support for
Disability support
An alternative worth knowing about
Considering Higher Lane? See how live-in care compares
A move into residential care is a big, often rushed decision. Live-in care keeps your family member in their own home, with one dedicated carer, their own routine, and — for a couple — no separation.
Stay at home
No move, no new environment to adjust to — just one-to-one support in familiar surroundings.
One dedicated carer
Not a rotating rota of staff — a named, DBS-checked carer who gets to know your family member.
Couples stay together
Most care homes can't accommodate a couple together in one room. Live-in care can.
Start in 24-48 hours
Often faster to arrange than a care home place, with no waiting list.
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- No obligation. A conversation, not a sales call — and never a call centre.
- A real care manager. Someone who arranges care every day, who can answer properly.
- Just two details. Your name and number — we don’t need an email address.
Or call us now on 0800 368 8558 Lines open 8am–10pm, seven days a week
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0800 368 8558Lines open 8am–10pm, seven days a week See all questionsWhat rating has Higher Lane been given by the regulator?
Higher Lane does not have a published Care Quality Commission rating at present. Newly registered homes and those awaiting re-inspection often sit in this state.
What types of care does Higher Lane provide?
Higher Lane provides Residential, Children's Services and Learning Disability care.
How many beds does Higher Lane have?
Higher Lane is registered for 4 beds with the Care Quality Commission.
Who runs Higher Lane?
Higher Lane is run by Bright Futures Care Limited, a company registered at Companies House (number 08157115). The provider runs 21 care homes in England registered with the Care Quality Commission.
When was Higher Lane registered with CQC?
Higher Lane has been registered with the Care Quality Commission since November 2023. Its provider, Bright Futures Care Limited, has held CQC registration since November 2012.
Who does Higher Lane care for?
CQC registers Higher Lane to care for younger adults, people with learning disabilities or autism and children and young people up to 18.
Does Higher Lane provide nursing care?
No. Higher Lane is registered as a care home without nursing. Its staff give personal care, and residents who need nursing are usually visited by NHS community or district nurses.
Which council covers Higher Lane?
Higher Lane is in the St. Helens council area. The council carries out care needs assessments and decides council funding for residents who qualify.
Is live-in care an alternative to Higher Lane?
For many families, yes. A live-in carer supports one person at home one-to-one in St. Helens, so nobody has to move. It is often the clearer choice for a couple, since one carer can support both under a single weekly fee.