Smithy Forge

Smithy Forge is a residential care home in Runcorn, in the Halton council area, registered with the Care Quality Commission for up to 6 residents. It provides care for older people, people with a learning disability or autism and people with mental health needs. It is run by D & L Price, which operates 2 care homes in England. The home has been registered since December 2010.

At its latest inspection, published February 2018, the CQC rated Smithy Forge Good, which means the CQC found the service performing well and meeting its expectations. Ratings can change after a new inspection, so check the CQC report before you visit.

Smithy Forge has not published its fees and we are still collecting figures for Halton. Across England residential care usually costs £900 to £1,400 a week and nursing care £1,200 to £1,900. Ask the home for a written quote that lists what is included.

There are 25 registered care homes in Halton. The nearest to Smithy Forge include Norton Lodge, Beechcroft Nursing and Residential Home and Bredon Respite Service. A live-in carer at home, an alternative many families compare, costs from about £1,120 a week.