Complex care in Kirkholt, Rochdale
Welcome to Church Walk, where we provide a safe and supportive home for adults living with co-occurring complex mental and physical health needs, who require a holistic, nurse-led approach.
Located on Cavendish Road in Kirkholt, Church Walk has 18 bedrooms across two small, purpose-built units, creating a homely and supportive environment that’s more responsive to individual needs.
Our nurse-led team, which includes general, mental health, and learning disability nurses, allows us to provide an integrated level of support that many other providers and specialist units are unable to offer.
We’re dedicated to making every day better for the people we support, helping them lead meaningful lives and achieve their personal goals.
Whether you’re a healthcare professional seeking a complex care placement, or you’re exploring care options for a loved one, view our services below or contact us to find out more.
Our care
The people we support at Church Walk would often be in a hospital or higher acuity setting if not placed with us.
Our care enables them to stay in the community, closer to their loved ones.
Registered with CQC for:
Caring for complex conditions:
Look around Church Walk
Church Walk has 18 bedrooms, each with an en-suite, across two units.
With this small group living, we’re able to provide a homely and supportive environment that’s more responsive to individual needs.
The home has communal dining and living spaces, an activities hub and a large accessible garden.
We offer a variety of accessible baths and showers for a range of mobility needs.
Church Walk is near local amenities and transport links, helping people stay connected to the community.
Profile of need
Has complex co-occurring mental and physical health needs arising from a primary mental health or neurological diagnosis, including brain injury, dementia, Huntington’s disease, motor neurone disease, personality disorder, or schizophrenia
Requires holistic, integrated care beyond mainstream provision
Has cognitive impairment affecting memory, judgement, and awareness of risk
May require nursing and clinical interventions, including catheter and stoma care, enteral feeding, and routine respiratory care such as airway management, suctioning, cough assistance, and non-invasive ventilation such as continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP)
May have experienced one or more previous placement breakdowns
May be moving from a hospital or secure setting
Daventry Unit (male-only)
As above, plus:
Presents with predominant mental health and behavioural needs
Displays high-risk behaviours of concern requiring enhanced observation and structured risk management
Requires care focused on recovery and developing independence, including coping strategies, self-management, and independent living skills
Requires support to engage in meaningful activity, build social connections, and progress towards greater community integration
Cavendish Unit
As above, plus:
May present with increased clinical and safety risks requiring enhanced observation and structured risk management
Requires enhanced clinical nursing oversight and observation
Join our team and make a difference at at Church Walk
No matter who you are or what experience you have, there are many ways you can make a difference at Church Walk.
The people who live in our home need care from a variety of colleagues.
Our roles range from Registered Nurses and Health Care Assistants to Housekeepers and Cooks, and every member of our team has a vital part to play.
We’re proud to be a National Living Wage employer, offering stable employment in an inclusive, values-led environment.
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Getting to Church Walk
Directions to Church Walk
Church Walk is conveniently located in Kirkholt, close to Heywood, Middleton, Littleborough and Oldham.
It's a short drive from the M62 and other major roads such as the A627(M) and the A664.
Church Walk is on Cavendish Road, just off Hill Top Drive and Hogarth Road.
There are limited parking spaces in the home's car park.
Public transport to Church Walk
The home is a short walk from several bus stops.
Hogarth Road bus stop (stop ID: MANGDJDP), which is accessed by buses 406 and 464.
The Strand bus stop (stop ID: MANGDJDT), which is accessed by buses 406 and 464.
There's also a train station in the local area.
Castleton - 1.5 miles away (29 minute walk or 5 minute drive).
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