Care Homes Owned by Welford Healthcare in Dorset

9.6 Group Review Score (the average from all locations with a review score)
  • Care Homes Owned by Welford Healthcare in Dorset

Only the locations & reviews in Dorset for Welford Healthcare are showing below.

View the details of all 31 locations (with 1783 reviews) owned by Welford Healthcare

Welford Healthcare Locations in Dorset (3)

 
3 Care Homes owned by Welford Healthcare in Dorset
Somerleigh Court Nursing Home

Somerleigh Road, Dorchester DT1 1AQ 

9.9 37 reviews
"Received lots of kindness and care from the Manager and her staff at this Nursing Home. They couldn't do enough for my family at a very…"   Read all 37 reviews
Location Type Care Home

Somerleigh Court is an award-winning nursing home in the heart of Dorchester. The team provides long-term nursing care (including dementia-friendly care), plus convalescence, post-operative care, holiday stays, physio rehabilitation and palliative… Read more about Somerleigh Court Nursing Home

  • Care Provided
  • Long Term/Permanent
  • Short Term/Respite
  • Older Person Care
  • Residential Care
  • Nursing Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Dementia Nursing Care
  • Palliative Care
  • 40 Rooms
Oakdale Care Home

Kingsmill Road, Poole BH17 8RQ 

9.8 90 reviews
"A warm, welcoming home! Staff are happy, feel of the home is warm. My friend said he was very happy.…"   Read all 90 reviews
Location Type Care Home

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 to local amenities and recreational outlets and is… Read more about Oakdale Care Home

  • Care Provided
  • Long Term/Permanent
  • Short Term/Respite
  • Older Person Care
  • Residential Care
  • Nursing Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Dementia Nursing Care
  • Younger Adults
  • Physical Disability
  • Palliative Care
  • 84 Rooms
Great Oaks Care Home

Poole Lane, Bournemouth BH11 9DP 

9.5 91 reviews
"I never fail to be astounded by the variety of activities for residents at Great Oaks Care Home. Wonderful food & caring staff that make a…"   Read all 91 reviews
Location Type Care Home

Great Oaks is a beautiful and modern care home that is purpose-built to put your needs first. Great Oaks is set in a private woodland and the home boasts a beautiful courtyard and landscaped garden with raised flowerbeds, perfect for joining in with… Read more about Great Oaks Care Home

  • Care Provided
  • Long Term/Permanent
  • Short Term/Respite
  • Older Person Care
  • Residential Care
  • Nursing Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Dementia Nursing Care
  • Younger Adults
  • Physical Disability
  • Palliative Care
  • 80 Rooms from £1,500 / week

Welford Healthcare Reviews in Dorset (218)

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Welford Healthcare has a Group Review Score of 9.6 (9.592) out of 10. The Group Review Score is calculated using the average from all locations with a Review Score, and in addition 75%+ of all locations belonging to Welford Healthcare must have a Review Score.

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Oakdale Care Home

from L B (Friend of Resident) published on 7 August 2025
Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

A warm, welcoming home! Staff are happy, feel of the home is warm. My friend said he was very happy.

Reply from Lesley Brock, General Manager at Oakdale Care Home

Thank you so much for taking the time to share this wonderful feedback. We are delighted to hear that you found our home to be warm and welcoming. Our team works hard to create a positive and happy environment, so it is particularly rewarding to know that this was your experience. The greatest compliment of all is knowing that your friend is very happy with us.

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Oakdale Care Home

from B B (Friend of Resident) published on 6 August 2025
Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Very happy, lovely home. My friend is very happy. Very welcoming.

Reply from Lesley Brock, General Manager at Oakdale Care Home

Thank you for your wonderful feedback. We are delighted to hear that your friend is happy here and that you had a happy visit and found our home to be lovely and welcoming. We appreciate your feedback and look forward to welcoming you back in the future.

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Somerleigh Court Nursing Home

from Dominique M (Ex Family Member) published on 4 August 2025
Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Received lots of kindness and care from the Manager and her staff at this Nursing Home. They couldn't do enough for my family at a very difficult time and I am so grateful for this and the service they provide is outstanding.

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Somerleigh Court Nursing Home

from S W (Friend of Resident) published on 29 July 2025
Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

A wonderful home, friendly and caring. My friend recieved exemplary care, provided with compassion and empathy. The staff were always polite and helpful, not just to my friend but to me aswell. My friends dignity was maintained at all times, she felt like she was treated like family.

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Somerleigh Court Nursing Home

from Joy D (Niece of Resident) published on 29 July 2025
Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My Great Aunt stayed at Somerleigh for some respite care. Obviously was hesitant to begin with but now back at home, has nothing but positive thoughts about her stay. Lovely home with friendly staff, who made her feel at ease and couldn't do enough for her. My Aunt isn't ready to stay permanently but
would definitely go back for a much needed rest.

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Great Oaks Care Home

from Melina B (Daughter of Resident) published on 23 July 2025
Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I never fail to be astounded by the variety of activities for residents at Great Oaks Care Home. Wonderful food & caring staff that make a real difference in my mum's & other resident's care needs. Residents are treated as individuals & there is a real sense of home for them. My mum is 90 now and am
sure she would not be around if not for the high level of care she receives at Great Oaks. I am happy mum is in safe hands.

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Great Oaks Care Home

from Robert B (Husband of Resident) published on 23 July 2025
Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

Great Oaks is a well appointed, clean, relatively modern care home. Sitting in a wooded area next to a park; you could almost be in the countryside. The past year has seen a number of changes in both ownership, people and furnishings. The communal areas are light, airy, clean, tidy and well presented.
As you enter you feel welcome. The lounge areas are modern and unlike many care homes I have visited. The residents rooms are large enough, ensuite with good fenestration like any modern hotel. The care staff are good with some excellent and they are also nursing staff here. As with any organisation there are some things that fall short. 80/20. The new management is working hard to improve the facility and its services.

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Great Oaks Care Home

from Rodney W (Resident) published on 16 July 2025
Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Very high quality care home. Luxurious accommodation. Short staffed leads to long waits for morning care sometimes. All staff friendly and efficient. Meals generally good but not hot enough.

Reply from Michelle Balsdon, Care Home Manager at Great Oaks Care Home

Thank you so much for sharing your thoughts and for your kind words about our team. We're delighted to hear you find our staff friendly and efficient.We're sorry to hear about the waits you've experienced for morning care on some occasions. While we are fully staffed, there can sometimes be busy periods where things take a little longer, and we're always looking at ways to keep this to a minimum.We also appreciate your feedback on meal temperatures. We've recently introduced a new food provider and are working closely with them to ensure meals are served hot and to everyone's satisfaction.Your feedback helps us keep improving, and we're grateful for it

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Great Oaks Care Home

from Colin H (Son of Resident) published on 8 July 2025
Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

From the moment my mum moved into Great Oaks my worries started to fade. The staff are so caring also taking her to the activities which she enjoys dancing - singing coffee mornings afternoon tea has given her a family feeling which of course was unable to do in her own home. Thank you keep up the excellent
work.

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Oakdale Care Home

from Carol W (Friend of Resident) published on 8 July 2025
Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

First impression, excellent. My friend is very happy with everything, which is reassuring. Friendly staff. Beautiful gardens.

Reply from Lesley Brock, General Manager at Oakdale Care Home

That's wonderful to hear! We're so pleased that you had an excellent first impression and that your friend is happy with everything here at Oakdale. Our team works hard to create a welcoming atmosphere and maintain our beautiful gardens, so it's very rewarding to know that paid off.

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Oakdale Care Home

from Charlotte S (Friend of Resident) published on 3 July 2025
Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

A lovely visit, very welcoming from the team at the reception area. Home smells clean, and nice. Everyone smiling. Residents look happy.

Reply from Lesley Brock, General Manager at Oakdale Care Home

What wonderful feedback to receive! We're so glad you had such a positive experience during your visit. It sounds like you really got a sense of the warm and welcoming atmosphere we strive for, and it's fantastic to hear that our team, the cleanliness of our home, and the happiness of our residents all shone through.

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Oakdale Care Home

from R W (Husband of Resident) published on 23 June 2025
Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Since my wife has been in Oakdale she has come on a great deal. Thanks to the care and kindness of all the staff in there.
She is very happy and learning to stand again. We have asked for NHS help but no one has been forth coming.

Reply from Lesley Brock, General Manager at Oakdale Care Home

That's wonderful to hear! It sounds like the care your wife is receiving at Oakdale is making a significant difference, and it's lovely to know she's happy and making progress with her mobility.

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Somerleigh Court Nursing Home

from G E (Brother of Resident) published on 19 June 2025
Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My Sister has settled into Somerleigh Court well. The home is welcoming, the staff are friendly and it feels so homely. The care team can not do enough for us and we are so grateful for them to be looking after her so well. Thank you so much

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Oakdale Care Home

from P D (Niece of Resident) published on 18 June 2025
Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My aunt was with you for her final years and you treated her with care and respect. When clearing her room 2 staff members came to see that I was okay and shared with me their memories of my aunt.
It has a touching experience, especially as she had been bed-ridden for 18 months so their memories meant
they had known her when she was more lively. Thank you.

Reply from Lesley Brock, General Manager at Oakdale Care Home

Thank you so much for sharing such a heartfelt and moving compliment. We are truly touched to hear that your aunt was treated with such care and respect during her final years with us.It means a great deal to know that our staff were able to offer you comfort and share their personal memories of your aunt, especially recalling her when she was more lively. Those moments of connection and shared warmth are exactly what we strive for, and it's wonderful to hear that their genuine care made a difficult time a little easier for you.

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Oakdale Care Home

from E L (Friend of Resident) published on 18 June 2025
Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I find the staff very helpful and caring.

Reply from Lesley Brock, General Manager at Oakdale Care Home

It's wonderful to hear that you find our staff so helpful and caring! We really appreciate you taking the time to share your positive feedback.

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Oakdale Care Home

from A A (Friend of Resident) published on 18 June 2025
Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

The staff are always friendly and he cared for very well.

Reply from Lesley Brock, General Manager at Oakdale Care Home

Thanks so much for your kind words! We're thrilled to hear that our staff are friendly and that your loved one is well cared for.

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Oakdale Care Home

from M O (Daughter of Resident) published on 6 June 2025
Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I had a great afternoon with mum on the second floor they had a woman singer in mum was singing and dancing which we have not seen in a long time. A member of staff was excellent with the residents she is a star.

Reply from Lesley Brock, General Manager at Oakdale Care Home

That sounds absolutely wonderful! It's fantastic to hear that your mum had such a joyful afternoon, singing and dancing. Those moments are truly precious, and it's clear the singer created a lovely atmosphere.It's also great to know that a member of staff stood out for being "excellent with the residents." It makes all the difference when there are dedicated and caring individuals like that. They truly are stars!

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Oakdale Care Home

from S P (Daughter of Resident) published on 4 June 2025
Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Excellent staff provide a caring and safe environment.
Quality if life is great due to all the activities that mum loves. She loves the afternoons in the garden especially when the singers are in.

Reply from Lesley Brock, General Manager at Oakdale Care Home

What a truly lovely comment to receive! It sounds like your mum is thriving, and we're so glad to hear that our staff are providing such a caring and safe environment for her.It's wonderful to know that the activities are making such a positive difference to her quality of life, and we're especially happy that she enjoys her afternoons in the garden, particularly when the singers are there.

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Somerleigh Court Nursing Home

from Kate G (Daughter of Resident) published on 22 May 2025
Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

We are so pleased that Mum is at Somerleigh Court. She is there for respite care and the staff and nurses are all very attentive and professional. Mum knows that she is being very well looked after and that makes us happy as a family, knowing that she is in the right place. The staff always find time
in their busy schedule to chat with Mum, and she really appreciates the attention. The meals are well received and Mum is able to request her favourite food from the kitchen. Mums' room is comfortable and spacious enough for her to have some possessions around her and the ensuite bathroom is well designed and manageable with a Zimmer frame. Staff members are happy to take Mum outside in a wheelchair for short visits and fresh air when the weather allows. The surrounding gardens are lovely and the care home buildings are attractive, built for purpose and well maintained. We visit Mum regularly and there are no restrictions on timing or length of visits. Thank you for everything.

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Somerleigh Court Nursing Home

from Steve S (Son of Resident) published on 19 May 2025
Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My mother enjoyed 10 years as a resident in Somerleigh Court before needing to move to their nursing home at short notice. The nursing home was excellent; they facilitated a quick transfer in a professional and compassionate manner. Mum went in for respite care but quickly deteriorated and passed 2
weeks latter (she had terminal cancer). My brother and I were hugely impressed by the care and compassion shown by the staff. This started at reception, went through all the carers and extended to catering, maintenance and administration. There's a new manager and she's excellent. The home has significantly improved and based upon our recent experience we'd whole heartedly recommend Somerleigh Nursing Home.

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