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27 East Dorset Area Old Age & Elderly Care Homes 1,065 Reviews | Avg. starting price £1,348 per week
Verwood House Care Home

42 Ringwood Road, Verwood BH31 7AH 

10 58 reviews
"My family are deeply grateful to all the staff and carers at Verwood House Care Home for the wonderful kindness and care that they show to…"   Read all 58 reviews

Situated in the picturesque town of Verwood, on the edge of the New Forest, Verwood House is an award-winning care home within a stunning environment offering residential, dementia and nursing care, as well as short breaks. Within the boutique care… Read more about Verwood House Care Home

  • Care Provided
  • Long Term/Permanent
  • Short Term/Respite
  • Older Person Care
  • Residential Care
  • Nursing Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Dementia Nursing Care
  • Physical Disability
  • Palliative Care
  • Visual / Hearing Impairment
  • Acquired Brain Injury
  • 42 Rooms from £1,395 / week
Heathland House

405 Wimborne Road East, Ferndown BH22 9LZ 

10 34 reviews
"I had a hip replacement operation and stayed at Heathland House for two weeks post discharge. My stay has exceeded my expectations, and I…"   Read all 34 reviews

Heathland House is a brand-new luxury care home located in Ferndown, Dorset that is now open and welcoming residents. It is part of the Cinnamon Luxury Care group, a trusted and award-winning provider that is dedicated to great design and outstanding… Read more about Heathland 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
  • 73 Rooms from £1,675 / week
Barchester Hyacinth House

179-181 Wimborne Road, Stapehill, Wimborne Minster BH21 2DJ 

10 31 reviews
"Mum moved into Hyacinth House in January 2025 at the age of 95, when her health was failing & she needed more support. Hyacinth House…"   Read all 31 reviews

Hyacinth House Care Home in Stapehill, Wimborne offers residential and respite care that is tailored to the needs of the individual. The care home offers a warm and friendly environment with staff that are experienced and compassionate. When you… Read more about Barchester Hyacinth House

  • Care Provided
  • Long Term/Permanent
  • Short Term/Respite
  • Older Person Care
  • Residential Care
  • Palliative Care
  • 32 Rooms from £1,400 / week
Fernhill

122 Ringwood Road, Longham, Ferndown BH22 9AW 

9.9 95 reviews
"Thank you so much for your expert care and support for our Mum and us during her short stay. Every member of staff was so friendly and…"   Read all 95 reviews
Group/Owner Colten Care Ltd

Experience the warmth and care of these friendly, relaxing care homes whilst making new friends. Residents enjoy companionship and can join in with singing, music, exercise and arts and crafts sessions. There is the opportunity for gentle gardening… Read more about Fernhill

  • Care Provided
  • Long Term/Permanent
  • Short Term/Respite
  • Older Person Care
  • Residential Care
  • Nursing Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Dementia Nursing Care
  • Palliative Care
  • 58 Rooms from £1,732 / week
Barchester Moors Manor Care Home

243 Ringwood Road, St Leonards/St Ives, Ringwood BH24 2DW 

9.9 44 reviews
"I visited Moors Manor for the first time in March whilst visiting a fond friend during her respite stay, and i really was so pleasantly…"   Read all 44 reviews

Moors Manor Care Home has been specifically designed to provide high-quality residential and nursing care to older people, including those individuals living with dementia. The home's specialist Memory Lane Community utilises a careful blend of skills… Read more about Barchester Moors Manor Care Home

  • Care Provided
  • Long Term/Permanent
  • Short Term/Respite
  • Older Person Care
  • Residential Care
  • Nursing Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Dementia Nursing Care
  • Palliative Care
  • 66 Rooms from £1,465 / week
Amberwood House

418/424 Ringwood Road, Ferndown BH22 9AX 

9.9 69 reviews
"All the staff are very professional and the home is very well managed, so much so my mother in law is now a permanent resident.…"   Read all 69 reviews
Group/Owner Colten Care Ltd

Amberwood House is a beautiful home in Ferndown. Residents enjoy companionship and can join in with singing, music, exercise and arts and crafts sessions. There is the opportunity for gentle gardening activities in the summer sunshine, and there… Read more about Amberwood House

  • Care Provided
  • Long Term/Permanent
  • Short Term/Respite
  • Older Person Care
  • Residential Care
  • Nursing Care
  • Palliative Care
  • 55 Rooms from £1,382 / week
Brook View

Riverside Road, West Moors, Ferndown BH22 0LQ 

9.9 116 reviews
"Having looked at other rest homes in areas Ferndown and West Moors, I decided it was so pretty at Brook View that was the one I wanted to…"   Read all 116 reviews
Group/Owner Colten Care Ltd

Brook View is in the peaceful rural village of West Moors situated a few minutes walk from a selection of local shops. It is a purpose-built home with en-suite accommodation for fifty-four residents set over two floors. Residents enjoy companionship… Read more about Brook View

  • Care Provided
  • Long Term/Permanent
  • Short Term/Respite
  • Older Person Care
  • Residential Care
  • Nursing Care
  • Palliative Care
  • 56 Rooms from £1,375 / week
Barchester Kings Park Care Home

14 Church Road, Ferndown BH22 9EU 

9.8 33 reviews
"Care home is well managed. Residents are cared for according to their individual needs. Lovely environment for both residents and their…"   Read all 33 reviews

This beautiful purpose-built home provides high-quality residential care to older people, including those living with dementia. The 24-hour care is provided in a warm, welcoming environment, with delicious meals, daily activities, and a choice of therapeutic… Read more about Barchester Kings Park Care Home

  • Care Provided
  • Long Term/Permanent
  • Short Term/Respite
  • Older Person Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Physical Disability
  • 68 Rooms from £1,580 / week
St Ives House

Horton Road, Ashley Heath, Ringwood BH24 2EE 

9.8 108 reviews
"My husband was in the care of St. Ives House for 8 months until he died. During this time he received excellent care. The house and gardens…"   Read all 108 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
Ferndown Manor

110 Golf Links Road, Ferndown BH22 8DA 

9.8 152 reviews
"A brilliant thank you to the customer relations manager and her support staff for being so welcoming and professional in their approach.…"   Read all 152 reviews
Group/Owner Care UK

Ferndown Manor is a purpose-built care home, offering permanent and respite residential, nursing and dementia care in luxurious surroundings. Located in Dorset, each of the home’s bedrooms are en-suite and individually styled. Residents are encouraged… Read more about Ferndown Manor

  • Care Provided
  • Long Term/Permanent
  • Short Term/Respite
  • Older Person Care
  • Residential Care
  • Nursing Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Dementia Nursing Care
  • Palliative Care
  • 75 Rooms from £1,498 / week
Forest Hill House Nursing Home

Rushall Lane, Corfe Mullen, Wimborne Minster BH21 3RT 

9.0 19 reviews
"I am very pleased with all the staff at 'Forest Hill' on how they look after my very sick mother. The total dedication of all the nurses…"   Read all 19 reviews

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 the area and receives many personal referrals from… Read more about Forest Hill House Nursing Home

  • Care Provided
  • Long Term/Permanent
  • Short Term/Respite
  • Older Person Care
  • Younger Adults
  • Physical Disability
  • Palliative Care
  • Visual / Hearing Impairment
  • Acquired Brain Injury
  • 36 Rooms from £1,000 / week
Mile Oak Rest Home

2 The Acorns, Wimborne Minster BH21 2EU 

9.0 18 reviews
"A very homely home, I feel very well taken care of here. All of the staff are very kind to me, and I have made some lovely friends.…"   Read all 18 reviews

Mile Oak Rest Home is based Wimborne Minster and has provided people with care and support in a welcoming and comforting home for over 25 years. The setting is a very homely environment surrounded by lush greenery, it is a home from home for residents… Read more about Mile Oak Rest Home

  • 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
  • 20 Rooms from £1,250 / week
Fairlawn

St Mary's Road, Ferndown BH22 9HB 

9.9 64 reviews
"We found the care home and their superb staff to be very caring, compassionate and always polite. Although my mum was only in the home for…"   Read all 64 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
Ferndown Nursing and Care Home

9 Dudsbury Crescent, Ferndown BH22 8JG 

9.8 14 reviews
"When visiting our friend, he always looks clean and well looked after. He always says he is happy there. All the staff interact with him…"   Read all 14 reviews

Staff at Ferndown Nursing Home believe that this is their residents' home, not the team's workplace. They offer residential and nursing care of the highest standard and have a dedicated, long-standing & highly experienced team. With an emphasis on… Read more about Ferndown Nursing and Care Home

  • Care Provided
  • Long Term/Permanent
  • Short Term/Respite
  • Older Person Care
  • Residential Care
  • Nursing Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Dementia Nursing Care
  • Physical Disability
  • Palliative Care
  • Visual / Hearing Impairment
  • Eating Disorders
  • Acquired Brain Injury
  • 29 Rooms from £1,000 / week
Waterloo Care Home

Ringwood Road, Three Legged Cross, Verwood, Wimborne Minster BH21 6RD 

9.6 40 reviews
"My mum has been here a year now. She gets excellent care. The staff are all amazing, friendly, and helpful. Very approachable. Day trips…"   Read all 40 reviews

Waterloo Care Home is a real home for life near the lovely market town of Wimborne, in Dorset., providing affordable residential, dementia and respite care. Staff have the specialist training and experience to care for people with mixed dementia,… Read more about Waterloo Care Home

  • Care Provided
  • Long Term/Permanent
  • Short Term/Respite
  • Older Person Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Physical Disability
  • Palliative Care
  • Mental Health
  • Visual / Hearing Impairment
  • 36 Rooms from £809 / week
Summerhill Residential Home

46 Glenwood Road, West Moors, Ferndown BH22 0ER 

9.6 36 reviews
"Our father has been a resident at Summerhill since March 2023. The standard of care he has received has been everything we could have hoped…"   Read all 36 reviews

Summerhill Care Home offers a welcoming and comfortable environment for older adults seeking residential and dementia care in the heart of West Moors, Dorset. Set in a charming Edwardian property with modern extensions, the home features fifteen spacious… Read more about Summerhill Residential Home

  • Care Provided
  • Long Term/Permanent
  • Short Term/Respite
  • Older Person Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Palliative Care
  • 15 Rooms from £1,200 / week
Oakdene Care Home

Ringwood Road, Three Legged Cross, Wimborne Minster BH21 6RB 

8.1 63 reviews
"The care given to my dearest Dad in his last couple of weeks was exemplary. Everyone showed him tremendous love and affection, treating him…"   Read all 63 reviews

Oakdene is a privately owned and run residential and nursing home based in Three Legged Cross. The home provides high-quality care 24 hours a day to all of its residents, with excellent facilities including residents' lounges and dining areas and… Read more about Oakdene Care Home

  • Care Provided
  • Long Term/Permanent
  • Short Term/Respite
  • Older Person Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Learning Disability / Autism
  • Physical Disability
  • Palliative Care
  • Mental Health
  • Visual / Hearing Impairment
  • 71 Rooms from £1,100 / week
Marchfield House

434 Ringwood Road, Ferndown BH22 9AY 

8.2 14 reviews
"I cannot commend the management and staff enough regarding the high level of care, attention to detail and support shown to my mother over…"   Read all 14 reviews

Marchfield House, in Ferndown, provides specialist care for older people with dementia in a safe and caring environment and is staffed by a skilled care team. The personal preferences of each resident are taken into account and are reflected throughout… Read more about Marchfield House

  • Care Provided
  • Long Term/Permanent
  • Older Person Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Mental Health
  • Detention under Mental Health Act
  • Visual / Hearing Impairment
  • 28 Rooms from £1,400 / week
Clarence House

6 Dudsbury Crescent, Ferndown BH22 8JF 

8.1 29 reviews
"My father has been in your care for a few months now. As a family, we all agree that the staff at Clarence House have always shown a caring…"   Read all 29 reviews

Situated in Ferndown, Dorset, Clarence House offers residential and dementia care for up to 26 adults. As a family run business, they pride themselves on delivering high quality care and creating an environment where everybody feels at home. Inside… Read more about Clarence House

  • Care Provided
  • Long Term/Permanent
  • Short Term/Respite
  • Older Person Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • 29 Rooms from £1,050 / week
Five Gables Care Home

268 Station Road, West Moors, Ferndown BH22 0JF 

  • Care Provided
  • Long Term/Permanent
  • Short Term/Respite
  • Older Person Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Physical Disability
  • Palliative Care
  • Visual / Hearing Impairment
  • 13 Rooms from £1,350 / week
Foxes Moon

40 Ringwood Road, St Ives, Ringwood BH24 2NY 

  • Care Provided
  • Long Term/Permanent
  • Short Term/Respite
  • Older Person Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Palliative Care
  • Mental Health
  • 31 Rooms from £1,650 / week
Highgrove Care Home

Stapehill Road, Stapehill, Wimborne Minster BH21 7NF 

8.2 2 reviews
  • Care Provided
  • Long Term/Permanent
  • Short Term/Respite
  • Older Person Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Palliative Care
  • 21 Rooms from £1,400 / week
Streets Meadow

Hanham Road, Wimborne Minster BH21 1AS 

8.5 14 reviews
  • Care Provided
  • Long Term/Permanent
  • Older Person Care
  • Younger Adults
  • Physical Disability
  • Mental Health
  • Visual / Hearing Impairment
  • 60 Rooms
Abbey Rose

Cedar Avenue, St Leonards, Ringwood BH24 2QG 

8.2 7 reviews
  • Care Provided
  • Long Term/Permanent
  • Short Term/Respite
  • Older Person Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • 24 Rooms from £1,000 / week
Chestnut Lodge

43 Glenwood Road, West Moors, Ferndown BH22 0EN 

  • Care Provided
  • Long Term/Permanent
  • Short Term/Respite
  • Older Person Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • 12 Rooms from £992 / week
Denewood House Care Home

12/14 Denewood Road, West Moors, Ferndown BH22 0LX 

8.9 5 reviews
  • Care Provided
  • Long Term/Permanent
  • Short Term/Respite
  • Older Person Care
  • Residential Care
  • 21 Rooms from £1,400 / week
Holmwood Rest Home

39 Chine Walk, West Parley, Ferndown BH22 8PR 

  • Care Provided
  • Long Term/Permanent
  • Short Term/Respite
  • Older Person Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Palliative Care
  • Acquired Brain Injury
  • 16 Rooms from £950 / week

Frequently Asked Questions about East Dorset Area older person Care Homes

Older person care home costs in East Dorset Area

Average older person care home costs in East Dorset Area by care type, compared to averages across the UK. Fees are based on the starting price for self-funded care, using carehome.co.uk data from 22 care homes with fees listed in East Dorset Area.

Type of Care Provided East Dorset Area Dorset England UK
Residential Care £1,344 £1,308 £1,243 £1,248
Residential Dementia Care £1,468 £1,365 £1,284 £1,291
Nursing Care £1,419 £1,530 £1,497 £1,485
Nursing Dementia Care £1,928 £1,589 £1,527 £1,520
All Care Types £1,348 £1,311 £1,253 £1,260
Keep in mind that fees can vary between providers and factors such as specific needs, location, room type and more can affect costs. For more information on care home fees across the UK and advice on how to pay, see our care home fees guide.
Average starting prices for self-funders in East Dorset Area older person Care Homes by care type
Average cost of Residential Care from 21 care homes with fees listed
£1,344 per week
  • 2.8% above Dorset average
  • 8.1% above England average
  • 7.7% above UK average
Average cost of Residential Dementia Care from 11 care homes with fees listed
£1,468 per week
  • 7.5% above Dorset average
  • 14.3% above England average
  • 13.7% above UK average
Average cost of Nursing Care from 2 care homes with fees listed
£1,419 per week
  • 7.3% below Dorset average
  • 5.2% below England average
  • 4.4% below UK average
Average cost of Nursing Dementia Care from 1 care homes with fees listed
£1,928 per week
  • 21.3% above Dorset average
  • 26.3% above England average
  • 26.8% above UK average

How many older person Care Homes are there in East Dorset Area?

There are 27 older person Care Homes in East Dorset Area, including 8 Nursing Homes & 19 Residential Care Homes.

Which older person Care Homes in East Dorset Area have the highest Review Score?

Verwood House Care Home, Heathland House & Barchester Hyacinth House are some of the older people Care Homes with the highest Review Score in East Dorset Area.

Which older person Care Homes in East Dorset Area offer Nursing Care?

Verwood House Care Home, Fernhill & Barchester Moors Manor Care Home are some of the 7 older people Nursing Homes in East Dorset Area.

How many elderly Care Homes offer Dementia Care in East Dorset Area?

There are 21 elderly Care Homes offering Dementia Care in East Dorset Area including Verwood House Care Home, Heathland House & Fernhill.

Which elderly Care Homes offer Respite Care in East Dorset Area?

Respite Care is offered by 25 elderly Care Homes in East Dorset Area including Verwood House Care Home, Heathland House & Barchester Hyacinth House.

How many older person Care Home listings in East Dorset Area have Reviews on carehome.co.uk?

There are 23 older person Care Homes listed with Reviews.

Which elderly Care Homes in East Dorset Area have Bed Vacancies posted on carehome.co.uk?

There are currently 1 elderly Care Homes with Bed Vacancies Posted.