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Browse 26 Dorset Not for Profit Care Homes / Nursing Homes

Avg. Review Score 9.7
Total 1,236 Reviews
Avg. Starting Price £1,357 per week

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Marjorie House

1 Crichel Mount Road, Poole BH14 8LT

1025 Reviews

33 3

"My nan had a TIA. All the staff were all supportive, and I couldn't suggest any improvement in her care. I even complimented all the staff..."Read all 25 reviews

50 Rooms

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... Read more

Older Person Care
Respite Care
Permanent Care

Dementia Residential Care
Residential Care

Signature House

2 Maumbury Gardens, Dorchester DT1 1GR

9.860 Reviews

33 3

"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

Alexandra House

88a Alexandra Road, Parkstone, Poole BH14 9EW

9.8111 Reviews

15 2

"My mum has been a resident since August 2024. She is happy, clean , cared for and loved. Care staff are wonderful with mum and are there..."Read all 111 reviews

58 Rooms

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... Read more

Older Person Care
Respite Care
Permanent Care

Dementia Residential Care
Residential Care

St Ives House

Horton Road, Ashley Heath, Ringwood BH24 2EE

9.8118 Reviews

28 3

"My mother was a resident of St Ives House for just over three years. Despite advancing dementia, poor eyesight and hearing she knew she was..."Read all 118 reviews

from £1,825 / week60 Rooms

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... Read more

Older Person Care
Respite Care
Permanent Care

Dementia Residential Care
Residential Care

Wickmeads

Wickmeads Road, Tuckton, Bournemouth BH6 4LG

9.879 Reviews

14 3

"Both our parents came for two weeks respite care due to Dad getting frail and having falls. Dad has Parkinsonism and arthritis, mum has mid..."Read all 79 reviews

from £1,700 / week50 Rooms

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... Read more

Older Person Care
Respite Care
Permanent Care

Dementia Residential Care
Residential Care

Fern Brook Lodge

Fern Brook Lane, Gillingham SP8 4QD

9.877 Reviews

27 3

"Overall the quality of care is good. The staff are very friendly and considerate and kind even if they have only a few spare minutes...."Read all 77 reviews

from £1,395 / week75 Rooms

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... Read more

Older Person Care
Respite Care
Permanent Care

Dementia Residential Care
Residential Care

Zetland Court

106-128 Alumhurst Road, Bournemouth BH4 8HU

9.795 Reviews

12 1

"Mother was at Zetland Court for some 3 years, a lovely old building in delightful grounds with farthest part looking through a chine to the..."Read all 95 reviews

from £1,342 / week66 Rooms

Group/Owner The Royal Masonic Benevolent Institution Care Company (RMBI)

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.... Read more

Older Person Care
Respite Care
Permanent Care

Dementia Residential Care
Residential Care

Fairlawn

St Mary's Road, Ferndown BH22 9HB

9.975 Reviews

12 1

"Fairlawns provided excellent care for my mother for 8 years. All staff were caring with a very understanding approach in challenging..."Read all 75 reviews

from £1,435 / week64 Rooms

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 64 ensuite bedrooms over... Read more

Older Person Care
Respite Care
Permanent Care

Dementia Residential Care
Residential Care

Dorset House

Coles Avenue, Hamworthy, Poole BH15 4HL

9.8105 Reviews

22 1

"The staff at Dorset House have been very helpful at all times for my mother. Unfortunately, Mum lost her fight for life on the 31st of..."Read all 105 reviews

from £1,230 / week52 Rooms

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... Read more

Older Person Care
Respite Care
Permanent Care

Dementia Residential Care
Residential Care

Maiden Castle House

12/14 Gloucester Road, Dorchester DT1 2NJ

9.873 Reviews

20 1

"My father was a long-term resident at Maiden Castle House for the sixteen months before his death from Alzheimers. The care he was given..."Read all 73 reviews

from £1,425 / week66 Rooms

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... Read more

Older Person Care
Respite Care
Permanent Care

Dementia Residential Care
Residential Care

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Elizabeth House

Dolbery Road, Parkstone, Poole BH12 4PX

9.747 Reviews

15 1

"As soon as we entered Elizabeth House we notice the lovely, friendly atmosphere and on having a tour and meeting members of staff and..."Read all 47 reviews

from £1,230 / week43 Rooms

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... Read more

Older Person Care
Respite Care
Permanent Care

Dementia Residential Care
Residential Care

Buxton House

423b Radipole Lane, Weymouth DT4 0QJ

9.7116 Reviews

20 1

"From start to current date my dad has recved wonderful care, all staff are friendley, suportive, caring and knowledgeable. The activities..."Read all 116 reviews

64 Rooms

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... Read more

Older Person Care
Younger Adult Care
Respite Care
Permanent Care

Dementia Residential Care
Residential Care

Silverways Nursing Home

Silver Way, Highcliffe, Christchurch BH23 4LJ

9.743 Reviews

"The feature that makes Silverways special is the staff that work there. Everyone is friendly, courteous and go above and beyond for your..."Read all 43 reviews

from £1,288 / week61 Rooms

Group/Owner Christchurch Housing Society

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... Read more

Older Person Care
Respite Care
Permanent Care

Nursing Care
Residential Care

Castle Dene

Throop Road, Bournemouth BH8 0DB

9.6114 Reviews

19 1

"After several tooth infections my mum had a an appointment at the dental centre. Although not the normal practice to send a carer one was..."Read all 114 reviews

from £1,230 / week50 Rooms

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... Read more

Older Person Care
Respite Care
Permanent Care

Dementia Residential Care
Residential Care

Talbot View

66 Ensbury Avenue, Bournemouth BH10 4HG

9.585 Reviews

12 1

"Talbot View was by far the best option for our mother, having looked at several other homes in the Bournemouth area. The home has the..."Read all 85 reviews

from £1,445 / week59 Rooms

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... Read more