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  • Avg. Review Score 9.5
  • Total 3,107 Reviews
  • Avg. Starting Price £1,626 per week
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Newstone House
Stourcastle, Sturminster Newton DT10 1FF
"The staff are friendly, caring, positive and thoughtful, always treating residents with dignity and respect. They have truly opened up a..."Read all 124 reviews

from £1,433 / week62 Rooms

Group/Owner Colten Care Ltd

Set in the historic market town of Sturminster Newton, Newstone House brings together residential, nursing and dementia care within a home designed to adapt to people's changing needs. Thoughtfully arranged... Read more

  • Older Person Care
  • Respite Care
  • Permanent Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Nursing Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Nursing Care
Westbourne Tower Care Home - Avery Collection
16/18 Poole Road, Westbourne, Bournemouth BH4 9DR
"We are relieved that Mum and Dad are so well looked after. All their needs are met, and they are well looked after and happy. Mum enjoys..."Read all 291 reviews

from £1,450 / week114 Rooms

Group/Owner Avery Healthcare Group

Westbourne Tower, a premium provider of dementia care, nursing care and residential care, is ideally situated within easy access to the centre of Bournemouth. Rooms dedicated to respite stays following... Read more

  • Older Person Care
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  • Permanent Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
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  • Residential Care
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Branksome Heights Nursing Home
44 Branksome Wood Road, Bournemouth BH4 9LA
"We are delighted with the care that my brother is receiving at Branksome Heights. There is a lovely atmosphere at the Home and everyone is..."Read all 134 reviews

from £1,599 / week47 Rooms

Group/Owner Kingsley Healthcare Group

Branksome Heights Nursing Home is a Nursing and Residential home for people who demand the finest environment for quality care in the Bournemouth and Dorset areas. Architects have come up with a design... Read more

  • Older Person Care
  • Respite Care
  • Permanent Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Nursing Care
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Fernhill
122 Ringwood Road, Longham, Ferndown BH22 9AW
"My mum is treated with respect and dignity, they've taken the time to learn her tells and what she enjoys despite her no longer being able..."Read all 109 reviews

from £1,792 / week58 Rooms

Group/Owner Colten Care Ltd

Designed exclusively for people living with dementia, Fernhill offers specialist care within an environment thoughtfully planned to help residents navigate daily life with greater ease while encouraging... Read more

  • Older Person Care
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  • Permanent Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Nursing Care
  • Residential Care
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The Aldbury
672/674 Ringwood Road, Parkstone, Poole BH12 4NA
"I am so grateful for the fantastic care my mum received during her time at The Aldbury. Every single staff member you came into contact..."Read all 110 reviews

from £1,796 / week55 Rooms

Group/Owner Colten Care Ltd

The Aldbury is a dedicated dementia care home where warmth, creativity and specialist support come together to create a vibrant place to live. Designed exclusively for people living with dementia, the... Read more

  • Older Person Care
  • Respite Care
  • Permanent Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Nursing Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Nursing Care
Verwood House Care Home
42 Ringwood Road, Verwood BH31 7AH
"I was very weak when I arrived at care home. I was treated with dignity and respect. Staff were very kind, caring and helpful. I felt..."Read all 69 reviews

from £1,650 / week42 Rooms

Group/Owner Hamberley Care Homes

Situated in the picturesque town of Verwood, on the edge of the New Forest, Verwood House is an award-winning care home within a stunning environment offering residential, dementia and nursing care, as... Read more

  • Older Person Care
  • Respite Care
  • Permanent Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Nursing Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Nursing Care
Upton Manor Care Home
1 Dorchester Road, Upton, Poole BH16 5NJ
"On visiting Upton Manor Care Home for the first time, we felt the home had a fresh, modern clean welcoming environment. From reception..."Read all 60 reviews

from £1,500 / week67 Rooms

Group/Owner Hamberley Care Homes

Rated Good in all areas by the Care Quality Commission (August 2021), Upton Manor is a stunning luxury care home offering an exceptional level of care in spectacular surroundings. Part of the award-winning... Read more

  • Older Person Care
  • Respite Care
  • Permanent Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Nursing Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Nursing Care
Signature House
2 Maumbury Gardens, Dorchester DT1 1GR
"As I live in florida, this has been my second visit to Signature House to see my Mother, who has been a resident for over 2 years now. Both..."Read all 60 reviews

from £1,700 / week48 Rooms

Group/Owner Amica Care

Signature House is located in the heart of Dorchester and provides nursing care for residents who have physical mobility problems and those living with dementia. Signature House forms part of Amica... Read more

  • Older Person Care
  • Respite Care
  • Permanent Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Nursing Care
  • Residential Care
  • Learning Disability Care
  • Mental Health Care
  • Dementia Nursing Care
Ashley Court Care Home
6/10 St Peters Road, Ashley Cross, Poole BH14 0PA
"This care home has exceeded my expectations. They seem intent on doing all they can to not only care for dad but his family too..."Read all 219 reviews

from £1,700 / week60 Rooms

Group/Owner Healthcare Homes Group Ltd

Ashley Court, located in the lovely coastal town of Poole, is a friendly and caring residential home that offers a comfortable and peaceful environment. With the seaside close by and plenty of local attractions,... Read more

  • Older Person Care
  • Younger Adult Care
  • Respite Care
  • Permanent Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
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  • Residential Care
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Queen Charlotte Nursing Home
432 Chickerell Road, Chickerell, Weymouth DT3 4DQ
"This review is very long overdue! What can I say : the staff are exceptional, friendly, entertaining and caring. Not only have they..."Read all 60 reviews

from £1,250 / week51 Rooms

Group/Owner Kingsley Healthcare Group

Queen Charlotte Nursing Home is a care home specialising in dementia care. Set in a character property located amongst mature, manicured gardens, the home is decorated to offer sensory and tactile stimulation,... Read more

  • Older Person Care
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Weymouth Manor Nursing Home
Radipole Lane, Weymouth DT4 0TX
"My mum was admitted to Weymouth Manor as an emergency for respite care. She has been very well looked after in a beautiful environment...."Read all 36 reviews

from £1,350 / week66 Rooms

Group/Owner Kingsley Healthcare Group

Weymouth Manor Nursing Home in Dorset provides exceptional residential, respite, nursing, and specialist dementia care, tailored to meet the diverse healthcare needs of its residents. Nestled in the... Read more

  • Older Person Care
  • Respite Care
  • Permanent Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Nursing Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Nursing Care
Oakdale Care Home
Kingsmill Road, Poole BH17 8RQ
"I feel so fortunate to have chosen this home for my dear mother. The care given during her final 2 years was outstanding also the support..."Read all 96 reviews

84 Rooms

This beautiful, purpose-built home offers residential, nursing and dementia care to 84 residents. Oakdale lies just a few minutes' drive from Poole town centre and Canford Heath. It is situated close... Read more

  • Older Person Care
  • Younger Adult Care
  • Respite Care
  • Permanent Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Nursing Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Nursing Care
The Potteries
187 York Road, Broadstone BH18 8ES
"From the outset the admission process was made as easy as possible and therefore relatively stress free. From the admission in August 2024..."Read all 155 reviews

from £1,645 / week80 Rooms

Group/Owner Care UK

The Potteries is a luxury, purpose-built care home in Broadstone. The team provides expert residential, dementia and nursing care for respite and permanent residents. They also offer compassionate end... Read more

  • Older Person Care
  • Respite Care
  • Permanent Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Nursing Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Nursing Care
The Links Care Home
1 Golf Links Road, Broadstone BH18 8BE
"My stepfather's needs and daily nursing care is provided for at the highest level here at The Links thanks to their friendly, conscientious..."Read all 137 reviews

from £1,390 / week68 Rooms

Group/Owner Bupa Care Homes

This care home is proud to be able to display an Outstanding CQC rating (November 2023). The Links is in the lovely village setting of Broadstone, close to local amenities and within easy reach of... Read more

  • Older Person Care
  • Respite Care
  • Permanent Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Nursing Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Nursing Care
Ferndown Manor
110 Golf Links Road, Ferndown BH22 8DA
"Care home Staff were all super helpful from the moment I walked through the front door to visit my nan. Everything was super clean and the..."Read all 178 reviews

from £1,595 / week75 Rooms

Group/Owner Care UK

Ferndown Manor is a purpose-built care home, offering permanent and respite residential, nursing and dementia care in luxurious surroundings. Located in Dorset, each of the home’s bedrooms are en-suite... Read more

  • Older Person Care
  • Respite Care
  • Permanent Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Nursing Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Nursing Care
Anning House
Cross Road, Weymouth DT4 9QX
"Mum has dementia, all the staff from reception, cleaning, cooks, care staff and management are kind caring. Mum can be very difficult, they..."Read all 84 reviews

from £1,618 / week70 Rooms

Group/Owner Care UK

Anning House is a luxury care home in the seaside town of Weymouth. The dedicated care team provide quality nursing, dementia and residential care on a permanent and respite basis. they also offer compassionate... Read more

  • Older Person Care
  • Respite Care
  • Permanent Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Nursing Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Nursing Care
Highcliffe Nursing Home
5 Stuart Road, Highcliffe, Christchurch BH23 5JS
"We are lucky to have such an excellent, kind and approachable manager, and also countless other dedicated, freindly and efficient staff..."Read all 96 reviews

from £1,300 / week62 Rooms

Group/Owner Kingsley Healthcare Group

Highcliffe Nursing Home specialises in nursing and dementia care from a fabulous location that makes for a popular seaside retreat for up to 62 individuals. All care plans are person-centred and directed... Read more

  • Older Person Care
  • Respite Care
  • Permanent Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Nursing Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Nursing Care
Homefield Grange Care Home
Salisbury Road, Christchurch BH23 7AR
"My Dad has been in Homefield Grange for almost 6 months now and is very settled. The level of care is excellent and we are so grateful for..."Read all 71 reviews

from £1,676 / week64 Rooms

Group/Owner Caring Homes Group

Homefield Grange Care Home is situated in the picturesque village of Winkton, Christchurch, on the site of a former school, providing quality residential, nursing and dementia care for 64 residents on... Read more

  • Older Person Care
  • Respite Care
  • Permanent Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Nursing Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Nursing Care
Muscliff Nursing Home
5 Tolpuddle Gardens, Muscliff, Bournemouth BH9 3RE
"My father has advanced dementia and the temporary live in carer decided that she was not able to make care of my father with one day..."Read all 59 reviews

from £1,650 / week41 Rooms

Group/Owner Birchstone Care

Muscliff Nursing Home has been purpose-built to achieve a homely living environment for older people with care needs. Together with professional healthcare, the Muscliff Team looks to provide outstanding... Read more

  • Older Person Care
  • Younger Adult Care
  • Respite Care
  • Permanent Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Nursing Care
  • Residential Care
  • Mental Health Care
  • Dementia Nursing Care
The Lindsay Care Home
47A Lindsay Road, Poole BH13 6AP
"My mum has settled very well into The Lindsay. The staff are friendly and attentive to her needs, and it is a clean and tidy place. There..."Read all 140 reviews

from £1,300 / week70 Rooms

Group/Owner Bupa Care Homes

The Lindsay is a care home offering nursing, residential, dementia and palliative care. Short stays and day care are offered to help both carers and their elderly loved ones at times when they need... Read more

  • Older Person Care
  • Respite Care
  • Permanent Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Nursing Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Nursing Care
Drumconner Home Bournemouth
20 Poole Road, Westbourne, Bournemouth BH4 9DR
"My friend was made to feel at home as soon as she entered Drumconner. She was very anxious and confused but was quickly put at ease by the..."Read all 36 reviews

from £1,450 / week37 Rooms

Group/Owner Drumconner Ltd

Drumconner Care Home (with Nursing) is an attractive period house, set in prize-winning gardens within walking distance of Westbourne and the sea. There are 10 brand new luxurious bedrooms, with overhead... Read more

  • Older Person Care
  • Respite Care
  • Permanent Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Nursing Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Nursing Care
Somerleigh Court Nursing Home
Somerleigh Road, Dorchester DT1 1AQ
"When my husband first came to Somerleigh I was concerned he might find the change of lifestyle difficult. He had been used to an outdoor..."Read all 43 reviews

40 Rooms

Somerleigh Court is an award-winning nursing home located in the heart of Dorchester, providing high-quality, person-centred care in a warm, welcoming environment where residents are supported to live... Read more

  • Older Person Care
  • Respite Care
  • Permanent Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Nursing Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Nursing Care
Chalgrove Care and Nursing Home
5-7 Westminster Road East, Branksome, Poole BH13 6JF
"I cannot recommend Chalgrove Edwardian Care Home highly enough. The level of care and support provided is truly exceptional. The staff are..."Read all 68 reviews

from £1,100 / week60 Rooms

Group/Owner Agincare Homes Holdings Ltd

Chalgrove Care and Nursing Home in Poole provides affordable high-quality residential, nursing, dementia, respite, end-of-life and palliative care for older people. CQC has given Chalgrove a rating... Read more

  • Older Person Care
  • Respite Care
  • Permanent Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Nursing Care
  • Residential Care
  • Mental Health Care
  • Dementia Nursing Care
Pine Martin Grange Care Home
Sandford Road, Sandford, Wareham BH20 7AJ
"My mother was reluctant to move into a care home but she settled in at PMG enjoying her room overlooking the quiet garden at the back,..."Read all 70 reviews

from £1,937 / week64 Rooms

Group/Owner Dormy Care Communities

Pine Martin Grange Care Home in Wareham, operated by Dormy Care and winner of the Pinders Award for Best New Care Home (2018), offers homely comfort within a truly luxurious setting, alongside award-winning... Read more

  • Older Person Care
  • Respite Care
  • Permanent Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Nursing Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Nursing Care
Blandford Grange Care Home
Milldown Road, Blandford Forum DT11 7DE
"My mum had been placed in respite care & was then taken into hospital. On discharge we had to find Nursing Care & we couldn't be happier..."Read all 82 reviews

from £1,590 / week63 Rooms

Group/Owner Healthcare Homes Group Ltd

At Blandford Grange, care is about more than just meeting needs—it’s about creating a home where residents feel valued, supported, and safe. Located in the charming Georgian town of Blandford Forum, the... Read more

  • Older Person Care
  • Younger Adult Care
  • Respite Care
  • Permanent Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Nursing Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Nursing Care
Branksome Park Care Centre
17 Mornish Road, Poole BH13 7BY
"The staff are genuinely kind, attentive, and treat residents with real dignity and respect. The environment is always clean, welcoming and..."Read all 40 reviews

from £1,600 / week59 Rooms

Group/Owner Kanesbury Care

Located in Poole, Branksome Park Care Centre is a specialised facility that focuses on helping people with neurological conditions like spinal injury, brain injury, multiple sclerosis, muscular dystrophy,... Read more

  • Older Person Care
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  • Respite Care
  • Permanent Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
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Fairmile Grange
Royal Close, Christchurch BH23 2FR
"My wishes for a care home for my husband were safety and excellent care delivered with kindness, compassion and respect. Fairmile Grange..."Read all 71 reviews

from £1,450 / week80 Rooms

Group/Owner Allegra Care

Fairmile Grange is a purpose-built care home in Christchurch, Dorset, offering high-quality residential care, specialised dementia care, nursing care, and respite care. Staff are friendly and experienced... Read more

  • Older Person Care
  • Younger Adult Care
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  • Permanent Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
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  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Nursing Care
Casterbridge Manor
Acreman Street, Cerne Abbas, Dorchester DT2 7AL
"The staff at Casterbridge Manor really shine here. From the friendly receptionist and availability of manager/nurses is easy. If there are..."Read all 26 reviews

from £1,100 / week64 Rooms

Group/Owner Pebblestones Ltd

Casterbridge Manor is set in the picturesque village of Cerne Abbas near Dorchester. The home offers the highest standard in residential, nursing and specialist dementia care, in a warm, safe and friendly... Read more

  • Older Person Care
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  • Dementia Residential Care
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  • Learning Disability Care
  • Mental Health Care
  • Dementia Nursing Care
Figbury Lodge
2 Mitchell Road, Canford Heath, Poole BH17 8US
"The staff were excellent during the whole period of my stay. Very polite and eager to make residents happy...."Read all 67 reviews

80 Rooms

Group/Owner Shaw Healthcare

Welcome to Figbury Lodge. At Figbury Lodge the team aim to run a service that delivers the type of care that they would want for their own loved ones. The service manager, team leaders, administrators,... Read more

  • Older Person Care
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  • Dementia Residential Care
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Wimborne Manor
2 Lonsdale Road, Wimborne Minster BH21 2GA
"The transfer to the home was very smooth. Staff very welcoming and very helpful in helping her to settle in...."Read all 4 reviews

from £1,450 / week67 Rooms

Group/Owner Morar Living

Wimborne Manor is the newest addition to Morar Living. It is a purpose-built care home designed around the people who live here. From the first step inside, the atmosphere feels warm, calm and genuinely... Read more

  • Older Person Care
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  • Dementia Residential Care
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  • Residential Care
  • Mental Health Care
  • Dementia Nursing Care