How many care homes are there in Lower-Street-Dorset?

There are 30 Care Homes in Lower-Street-Dorset, including 9 Nursing Homes & 21 Residential Care Homes.

Which care homes offer Respite Care in Lower-Street-Dorset?

Respite Care is offered by 29 care homes in Lower-Street-Dorset including Newstone House, Barchester Upton Bay Care Home & Whitecliffe House.

Which care homes in Lower-Street-Dorset have won a carehome.co.uk 2026 Top 20 Care Home Award?

Award winners of the carehome.co.uk 2026 Top 20 Care Home Awards in Lower-Street-Dorset include Barchester Upton Bay Care Home & Newstone House.

Care Homes in and around Lower Street (Dorset)

Q: How many care homes offer Dementia Care in Lower-Street-Dorset?

There are 24 care homes offering Dementia Care in Lower-Street-Dorset including Newstone House, Barchester Upton Bay Care Home & Upton Manor Care Home.

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Browse 30 Lower Street (Dorset) Care Homes

Avg. Review Score 9.3
Total 1,218 Reviews
Avg. Starting Price £1,405 per week

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Newstone House

Stourcastle, Sturminster Newton DT10 1FF

9.8 miles from centre of Lower Street

10125 Reviews

22 1

"We are as a family are so amazed at the care offered at Newstone House. After a difficult first couple of weeks when Philip came to..."Read all 125 reviews

from £1,433 / weekSize 62 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

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Barchester Upton Bay Care Home

1 Hoyal Road, Poole BH15 4HY

10.6 miles from centre of Lower Street

10115 Reviews

42 1

"Staying here for 1 week respite after operation I found it helped me get on my feet. Everyone was so kind and helpful which made my stay so..."Read all 115 reviews

from £1,500 / weekSize 68 rooms

Group/Owner Barchester Healthcare Ltd

Upton Bay is a premier destination offering both residential respite stays and specialised dementia care through its unique memory lane community. Nestled in the picturesque surroundings of Dorset, Upton... Read more

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Whitecliffe House

Whitecliff Mill Street, Blandford Forum DT11 7BQ

5.3 miles from centre of Lower Street

9.981 Reviews

19 1

"My husband died at Whitecliffe House in July, having been in the home for two months, initially only for respite. He was very happy there,..."Read all 81 reviews

from £1,280 / weekSize 31 rooms

Group/Owner Colten Care Ltd

In the heart of the historic town of Blandford Forum, Whitecliffe House offers residential and nursing care in surroundings that feel welcoming, contemporary and closely connected to the local community.... Read more

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Upton Manor Care Home

1 Dorchester Road, Upton, Poole BH16 5NJ

9.5 miles from centre of Lower Street

9.960 Reviews

22 2

"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 / weekSize 67 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

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Selwood House Care Home

Chestnut Road, Charlton Down, Dorchester DT2 9FN

10.4 miles from centre of Lower Street

9.825 Reviews

13 2

"I come into Selwood House twice a week as i do companionship care with one of the residents, I am impressed with all the care staff they..."Read all 25 reviews

from £1,650 / weekSize 85 rooms

Group/Owner Country Court

Designed to be a real home-from-home for residents, Selwood House provides a luxury lifestyle, enabling people to continue living life the way they choose, with the added benefit of having company and... Read more

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The Potteries

187 York Road, Broadstone BH18 8ES

10.5 miles from centre of Lower Street

9.8155 Reviews

36 3

"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 / weekSize 80 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

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The Links Care Home

1 Golf Links Road, Broadstone BH18 8BE

10.5 miles from centre of Lower Street

9.8139 Reviews

16 1

"Very friendly warm staff without exception, both night shift and especially day shift, encouraging me with smiles to start rebuilding leg..."Read all 139 reviews

from £1,390 / weekSize 68 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

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Larks Leas Rest Home

Milldown Road, Blandford Forum DT11 7DE

5.5 miles from centre of Lower Street

9.843 Reviews

"It is the people that matter. I found all the staff at Larks Leas to be excellent: bright and friendly, knowledgeable, helpful and..."Read all 43 reviews

Size 24 rooms

Group/Owner Royal Bay Care Homes

Lark Leas Residential Care Home is Blandford's longest established care home with a good local reputation. The original home has had a new build 'garden suite' extension that provides high quality... Read more

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Forest Hill House Nursing Home

Rushall Lane, Corfe Mullen, Wimborne Minster BH21 3RT

8.3 miles from centre of Lower Street

9.626 Reviews

"Happy enviroment Clean and friendly home Chatty and welcoming us into today I left today happy to see Joyce smiling...."Read all 26 reviews

Size 36 rooms

Group/Owner Royal Bay Care Homes

Forest Hill House Nursing Home: A character country house in 15 acres of gardens and grounds but fully updated to provide the best in nursing care. Forest Hill House has a first class reputation in... Read more

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Somerleigh Court Nursing Home

Somerleigh Road, Dorchester DT1 1AQ

10.8 miles from centre of Lower Street

9.543 Reviews

12 1

"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

Size 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

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Pine Martin Grange Care Home

Sandford Road, Sandford, Wareham BH20 7AJ

8.2 miles from centre of Lower Street

9.470 Reviews

12 1

"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 / weekSize 64 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

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Blandford Grange Care Home

Milldown Road, Blandford Forum DT11 7DE

5.5 miles from centre of Lower Street

9.482 Reviews

17 1

"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 / weekSize 63 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

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Castle Farm Care Home

Castle Farm Road, Lytchett Matravers, Poole BH16 6BZ

6.9 miles from centre of Lower Street

9.229 Reviews

"My mother came to Castle Farm Care Home in July 2025 after a diagnosis of dementia and alzheimers. She was immediately made to feel welcome..."Read all 29 reviews

from £1,300 / weekSize 22 rooms

Group/Owner Royal Bay Care Homes

Castle Farm Care Home, near Poole, is in a charming and traditional home setting that has been lovingly developed and renovated to provide professional care. All care delivery is bespoke, suiting numerous... Read more

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Grassington House

50 Prince of Wales Road, Dorchester DT1 1PP

10.6 miles from centre of Lower Street

9.622 Reviews

24 1

"Last week I was invited to accompany my friend to a day visit at Grassington House. The home was very clean, tidy and welcoming.We were..."Read all 22 reviews

from £700 / weekSize 13 rooms

Grassington House is a 13-bed, spacious semi-detached townhouse in Dorchester established as a care home in the mid-1980s. All meals are cooked within the home. There is an extensive menu and the team... Read more

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Nazareth Lodge

Penny Street, Sturminster Newton DT10 1DE

9.7 miles from centre of Lower Street

9.548 Reviews

15 1

"My mother moved into Nazareth Lodge in February, has settled in extremely well, and is happy. She has made new friends, and reconnected..."Read all 48 reviews

from £1,300 / weekSize 24 rooms

Group/Owner Nazareth Lodge Ltd

Nazareth Lodge has been serving the local community for over 25 years. Nazareth Lodge offers permanent residency, respite breaks and can also offer palliative care. Residents enjoy a vibrant lifestyle... Read more

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Spetisbury Manor

Spetisbury, Blandford Forum DT11 9EB

5.2 miles from centre of Lower Street

8.414 Reviews

"My mum stayed at Spetisbury for two months, due to needing some respite care for her rapid onset dementia. The staff and service that she..."Read all 14 reviews

from £995 / weekSize 25 rooms

Spetisbury Manor provides care in a luxurious setting, surrounded by high quality facilities and furnishings. Residents can choose from a range of private bedrooms and suites, many of which have views... Read more

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Streets Meadow

Hanham Road, Wimborne Minster BH21 1AS

10.7 miles from centre of Lower Street

8.817 Reviews

"My mum has been at Streets Meadow for over 3 years now and I cannot fault the home. The staff all work so hard caring for all the..."Read all 17 reviews

from £1,716 / weekSize 60 rooms

Group/Owner Care Dorset Ltd

Streets Meadow offers 60 well-appointed bedrooms, each complete with private en-suite facilities for added comfort and independence. A number of rooms also enjoy pleasant views across the beautifully... Read more

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Castleman House

Fairfield Bungalows, Blandford Forum DT11 7HS

5.6 miles from centre of Lower Street

8.32 Reviews

"I cannot praise the team and the facilities at Castleman enough. The care they provide my brother who has complex medical needs is..."Read all 2 reviews

from £1,458 / weekSize 48 rooms

Group/Owner Care Dorset Ltd

Castleman House is a purpose-built, single-storey care home set within peaceful private gardens, offering a calm and comfortable living environment. The home is arranged into five separate cottages,... Read more

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Montrose Care Home

40 Prince of Wales Road, Dorchester DT1 1PW

10.7 miles from centre of Lower Street

7.67 Reviews

"For safety reasons the front door at Montrose is kept locked so I have to ring the bell every time I visit. I have never been greeted other..."Read all 7 reviews

from £1,110 / weekSize 22 rooms

Group/Owner Gingerbread Care Ltd

Set in peaceful, accessible gardens Montrose Care Home, Dorchester provides a safe and caring environment for elderly residents. Their residents enjoy a choice of seasonal nutritional menus freshly-prepared... Read more