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26 Dorset Voluntary & Not for Profit Care Homes / Nursing Homes
1,101 Reviews
Marjorie House

1 Crichel Mount Road, Poole BH14 8LT 

10 14 reviews
"I came here straight from Poole Hospital, at a moments notice and the efficiency of the 'management' on duty made it possible for me to be…"   Read all 14 reviews
Group/Owner Care South

Welcome to Marjorie House – a Care South home for residential care. Marjorie House provides outstanding care within a fabulous environment and stunning views over Poole Harbour and Brownsea Island. Purpose-built in the style of Art Deco to complement… Read more about Marjorie House

  • Care Provided
  • Long Term/Permanent
  • Short Term/Respite
  • Older Person Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Physical Disability
  • Palliative Care
  • Visual / Hearing Impairment
  • Acquired Brain Injury
  • 50 Rooms
Fern Brook Lodge

Fern Brook Lane, Gillingham SP8 4QD 

9.9 68 reviews
"I am more than pleased with the way my husband has been welcomed, the staff and facilities are so warm and comfortable, compared to where…"   Read all 68 reviews
Group/Owner Care South

Fern Brook Lodge in Gillingham, Dorset is a friendly, warm and welcoming residential home, where residents living with dementia are treated with dignity and respect. Individuals enjoy a safe, caring environment with all the home comforts and 24-hour… Read more about Fern Brook Lodge

  • Care Provided
  • Long Term/Permanent
  • Short Term/Respite
  • Older Person Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • 75 Rooms
  • from £1,385 / week
Alexandra House

88a Alexandra Road, Parkstone, Poole BH14 9EW 

9.8 103 reviews
"During his stay, my father was treated with kindness and respect and despite him not being partially 'happy' at moving into a home at the…"   Read all 103 reviews
Group/Owner Care South

In the heart of Parkstone, Poole, Alexandra House is a safe and comfortable residential and dementia care home. This newly rebuilt home offers a pleasant and peaceful setting and a home-from-home atmosphere. Alexandra House provides an environment… Read more about Alexandra House

  • Care Provided
  • Long Term/Permanent
  • Short Term/Respite
  • Older Person Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Physical Disability
  • Visual / Hearing Impairment
  • 58 Rooms
  • from £1,625 / week
Zetland Court

106-128 Alumhurst Road, Bournemouth BH4 8HU 

9.8 93 reviews
"Zetland Court have gone above and beyond to help my mother settle in at Red Admiral View their specialist dementia unit. She has a gluten…"   Read all 93 reviews

Built in the 1840s, this magnificent house was redesigned and refurbished in the early 1980s. It is situated in its own grounds, a short walk from the beach in a peaceful area of Westbourne, near Bournemouth. The grounds are beautifully landscaped and… Read more about Zetland Court

  • Care Provided
  • Long Term/Permanent
  • Short Term/Respite
  • Older Person Care
  • Residential Care
  • Nursing Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Palliative Care
  • Visual / Hearing Impairment
  • 66 Rooms
  • from £1,550 / week
Wickmeads

Wickmeads Road, Tuckton, Bournemouth BH6 4LG 

9.8 68 reviews
"The first thing to say is Wickmeads staff are very special. I have worked in healthcare for many years as a manager. Wickmeads impressed me…"   Read all 68 reviews
Group/Owner Care South

Wickmeads is a charming, purpose-built residential and dementia care home, located close to the picturesque River Stour in Tuckton, Southbourne. The home offers a pleasant and peaceful setting, a warm welcome and a home-from-home atmosphere. Residents… Read more about Wickmeads

  • Care Provided
  • Long Term/Permanent
  • Short Term/Respite
  • Older Person Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Visual / Hearing Impairment
  • 50 Rooms
  • from £1,625 / week
St Ives House

Horton Road, Ashley Heath, Ringwood BH24 2EE 

9.8 110 reviews
"Good care. Entertainment quite varied. Felt part of a family. Lovely surroundings inside and out. Staff very friendly, helpful and caring,…"   Read all 110 reviews
Group/Owner Care South

St Ives House is a beautiful residential and dementia care home at Ashley Heath near Ringwood. The home provides a warm and relaxed environment in an attractive sylvan setting, and has been carefully designed to provide comfort and convenience for… Read more about St Ives House

  • Care Provided
  • Long Term/Permanent
  • Short Term/Respite
  • Older Person Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Physical Disability
  • Palliative Care
  • Visual / Hearing Impairment
  • 60 Rooms
  • from £1,495 / week
Signature House

2 Maumbury Gardens, Dorchester DT1 1GR 

9.8 49 reviews
"After visiting our brother in hospital for weeks we could see he was not happy and we were always concerned for him, but visiting him here…"   Read all 49 reviews
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 Care Trust, a not-for-profit organisation which strives… Read more about Signature House

  • Care Provided
  • Long Term/Permanent
  • Short Term/Respite
  • Older Person Care
  • Nursing Care
  • Dementia Nursing Care
  • Learning Disability / Autism
  • Physical Disability
  • Palliative Care
  • Mental Health
  • Acquired Brain Injury
  • 48 Rooms
Maiden Castle House

12/14 Gloucester Road, Dorchester DT1 2NJ 

9.8 67 reviews
"My nan is having a lovely time in her new home, as a family we could not be happier. We are happy with all parts of the care and the h…"   Read all 67 reviews
Group/Owner Care South

Maiden Castle House is a welcoming, purpose-built residential and dementia care home in the heart of Dorset's county town. The home's experienced and well-trained team provides compassion care for those who can longer live independently, whether that… Read more about Maiden Castle House

  • Care Provided
  • Long Term/Permanent
  • Short Term/Respite
  • Older Person Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Physical Disability
  • Visual / Hearing Impairment
  • 66 Rooms
  • from £1,365 / week
Silverways Nursing Home

Silver Way, Highcliffe, Christchurch BH23 4LJ 

9.8 40 reviews
"We just wanted to take the time as a family to thank the Silverways team. The care you provided for our father was excellent and we will…"   Read all 40 reviews

Silverways is delightfully set in landscaped grounds of one and a half acres in a quiet residential area of Highcliffe on the Dorset coastline, close to Highcliffe Castle, Mudeford Beaches, Quay and Christchurch harbour. The home has 2 floors with… Read more about Silverways Nursing Home

  • Care Provided
  • Long Term/Permanent
  • Short Term/Respite
  • Older Person Care
  • Residential Care
  • Nursing Care
  • Palliative Care
  • Acquired Brain Injury
  • 61 Rooms
Fairlawn

St Mary's Road, Ferndown BH22 9HB 

9.8 68 reviews
"A wonderful home offering love, care and compassion not just to the residents but also their families at what is an emotional time. The…"   Read all 68 reviews
Group/Owner Care South

Fairlawn is a warm and friendly residential and dementia care home in the heart of Ferndown, Dorset, offering compassionate care in a home-from-home atmosphere. Fairlawn has 60 ensuite bedrooms over three floors and plenty of communal areas for residents… Read more about Fairlawn

  • Care Provided
  • Long Term/Permanent
  • Short Term/Respite
  • Older Person Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Physical Disability
  • Palliative Care
  • Visual / Hearing Impairment
  • 64 Rooms
  • from £1,375 / week
Dorset House

Coles Avenue, Hamworthy, Poole BH15 4HL 

9.8 89 reviews
"Since both of my parents moved to Dorset House this summer I cannot fully express how caring, compassionate, helpful and friendly all the…"   Read all 89 reviews
Group/Owner Care South

Dorset House is a safe and homely residential and dementia care home in the heart of the Hamworthy community in Poole. Dorset house has 48 single bedrooms and two double bedrooms plus plenty of communal areas where residents can socialise or relax,… Read more about Dorset House

  • Care Provided
  • Long Term/Permanent
  • Short Term/Respite
  • Older Person Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Physical Disability
  • Visual / Hearing Impairment
  • 52 Rooms
  • from £1,175 / week
Talbot View

66 Ensbury Avenue, Bournemouth BH10 4HG 

9.7 77 reviews
"Mum spent a very happy 14 months here. She was well looked after by an excellent team of carers. From the moment she arrived at Talbot View…"   Read all 77 reviews
Group/Owner Care South

Talbot View is a modern and welcoming purpose-built residential and dementia care home in Ensbury Park, Bournemouth. Talbot View has 59 welcoming and comfortable, fully furnished rooms, as well as a 24-hour call bell, ensuring residents are comfortable,… Read more about Talbot View

  • Care Provided
  • Long Term/Permanent
  • Short Term/Respite
  • Older Person Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Physical Disability
  • Visual / Hearing Impairment
  • 59 Rooms
  • from £1,385 / week
Castle Dene

Throop Road, Bournemouth BH8 0DB 

9.7 107 reviews
"Mum is very very happy here and never complains Mum finds everyone kind and helpful and so do we as a family. We are happy to feel…"   Read all 107 reviews
Group/Owner Care South

Castle Dene care home is located between Bournemouth and Christchurch. It benefits from great shopping facilities with Castle Point shopping complex near at hand. There are lots of local attractions and excellent transport links. The countryside is close… Read more about Castle Dene

  • Care Provided
  • Long Term/Permanent
  • Short Term/Respite
  • Older Person Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Palliative Care
  • 50 Rooms
  • from £1,175 / week
Elizabeth House

Dolbery Road, Parkstone, Poole BH12 4PX 

9.7 38 reviews
"Mum has been at Elizabeth House since August 2024. She has definitely improved since this time and appear content. The staff engage with…"   Read all 38 reviews
Group/Owner Care South

Elizabeth House is a welcoming residential and dementia care home, conveniently located close to Alderney Hospital in Parkstone, Poole. The home has 43 single bedrooms within a residential and specialist dementia care setting. There are plenty of… Read more about Elizabeth House

  • Care Provided
  • Long Term/Permanent
  • Short Term/Respite
  • Older Person Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Physical Disability
  • Visual / Hearing Impairment
  • 43 Rooms
  • from £1,175 / week
Buxton House

423b Radipole Lane, Weymouth DT4 0QJ 

9.7 99 reviews
"I want to thank all the staff who have cared for my husband during his stay. The care and concern shown by every member of staff has been…"   Read all 99 reviews
Group/Owner Care South

Buxton House is a warm and welcoming residential and dementia care home in Weymouth, Dorset. With a light and airy atmosphere, the home allows residents to live their lives as if in the comfort of their own homes whilst being cared for by committed,… Read more about Buxton House

  • Care Provided
  • Long Term/Permanent
  • Short Term/Respite
  • Older Person Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Younger Adults
  • Physical Disability
  • Palliative Care
  • Visual / Hearing Impairment
  • 64 Rooms
  • Care Provided
  • Long Term/Permanent
  • Younger Adults
  • Mental Health
  • 13 Rooms
Clifton House

1 Grantley Road, Boscombe, Bournemouth BH5 1HW 

  • Care Provided
  • Long Term/Permanent
  • Short Term/Respite
  • Younger Adults
  • Mental Health
  • 23 Rooms
Kings House

1 Earle Road, Westbourne, Bournemouth BH4 8JQ 

  • Care Provided
  • Long Term/Permanent
  • Younger Adults
  • Mental Health
  • 19 Rooms
Autism Wessex - Greenways

61 Greenways, Highcliffe, Christchurch BH23 5BB 

  • Care Provided
  • Long Term/Permanent
  • Younger Adults
  • Learning Disability / Autism
  • Visual / Hearing Impairment
  • 4 Rooms
Harbour House

George Street, West Bay, Bridport DT6 4EY 

  • Care Provided
  • Long Term/Permanent
  • Short Term/Respite
  • Older Person Care
  • Residential Care
  • Physical Disability
  • Visual / Hearing Impairment
  • 35 Rooms
Avondene

171 Stanpit, Mudeford, Christchurch BH23 3LY 

9.3 9 reviews
  • Care Provided
  • Long Term/Permanent
  • Short Term/Respite
  • Older Person Care
  • Residential Care
  • 11 Rooms
  • from £967 / week
Fair Haven

23 Knyveton Road, Bournemouth BH1 3QQ 

  • Care Provided
  • Long Term/Permanent
  • Short Term/Respite
  • Older Person Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Physical Disability
  • 30 Rooms
Shaftesbury Horizons

12 Lindsay Road, Poole BH13 6AS 

  • Care Provided
  • Long Term/Permanent
  • Younger Adults
  • Learning Disability / Autism
  • Physical Disability
  • Visual / Hearing Impairment
  • 13 Rooms
Magna Road

109 Magna Road, Bearwood, Poole, Bournemouth BH11 9NE 

2 reviews
  • Care Provided
  • Long Term/Permanent
  • Short Term/Respite
  • Younger Adults
  • Learning Disability / Autism
  • Physical Disability
  • Visual / Hearing Impairment
  • Acquired Brain Injury
  • 7 Rooms
Rawleigh House

The Avenue, Sherborne DT9 3AJ 

  • Care Provided
  • Long Term/Permanent
  • Residential Care
  • Younger Adults
  • Learning Disability / Autism
  • Physical Disability
  • Mental Health
  • Visual / Hearing Impairment
  • 7 Rooms
Encombe Respite Service

5 Prince of Wales Road, Dorchester DT1 1PW 

  • Care Provided
  • Short Term/Respite
  • Residential Care
  • Younger Adults
  • Learning Disability / Autism
  • Physical Disability
  • Visual / Hearing Impairment
  • 8 Rooms