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26 Dorset Voluntary & Not for Profit Care Homes / Nursing Homes
1,126 Reviews
Marjorie House

1 Crichel Mount Road, Poole BH14 8LT 

10 16 reviews
"My mother settled in remarkably quickly and easily, having been very unhappy at home with live-in carers. The staff have all been so…"   Read all 16 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'm very happy living here. All staff are kind and caring. I would recommend Fern Brook Lodge to anyone.…"   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
St Ives House

Horton Road, Ashley Heath, Ringwood BH24 2EE 

9.8 112 reviews
"St Ives provides a home from home environment with care and support. The staff are all wonderful and committed to treating residents with…"   Read all 112 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
Alexandra House

88a Alexandra Road, Parkstone, Poole BH14 9EW 

9.8 106 reviews
"Alexandra House is always clean, safe and with smiling, helpful staff. From day 1 of my mum arriving, I knew she was in good hands and…"   Read all 106 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 69 reviews
"My husband has been at Wickmeads for 18 months now, having moved from a Care Home on the Isle of Wight due to the poor standard of care and…"   Read all 69 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
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
  • from £1,210 / week
Maiden Castle House

12/14 Gloucester Road, Dorchester DT1 2NJ 

9.9 70 reviews
"Highly professional team. .guests treated individually with their needs.always ready to answer any queries and very helpful problem…"   Read all 70 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 

9.9 41 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 41 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
  • from £1,288 / week
Fairlawn

St Mary's Road, Ferndown BH22 9HB 

9.9 71 reviews
"I was very impressed with Fairlawn when looking for a permanent care home for my husband. There was a room available, and he was quickly…"   Read all 71 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 64 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 94 reviews
"The staff here gave exceptional care, I found them all to be welcoming, friendly, kind and supportive. They certainly make a warm, safe…"   Read all 94 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
Elizabeth House

Dolbery Road, Parkstone, Poole BH12 4PX 

9.7 39 reviews
"Although Bob has been in your care for less than a month, the positive changes in his attitude and behaviour are astonishing. His move to…"   Read all 39 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
Talbot View

66 Ensbury Avenue, Bournemouth BH10 4HG 

9.7 78 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 78 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
"My mum is so happy in this care home and all the staff are wonderful, they make my life so much easier - my mum is so happy he are and has…"   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
Buxton House

423b Radipole Lane, Weymouth DT4 0QJ 

9.7 102 reviews
"My mum moved in in September she has settled in and all the staff are lovely and kind. They are very helpful if you have a query about…"   Read all 102 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
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
  • Care Provided
  • Long Term/Permanent
  • Younger Adults
  • Mental Health
  • 13 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
  • from £749 / week
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
Autism Wessex - Greenways

61 Greenways, Highcliffe, Christchurch BH23 5BB 

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