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Browse 34 West Dorset Area Older Person Care Homes

  • Avg. Review Score 9.4
  • Total 1,308 Reviews
  • Avg. Starting Price £1,340 per week
Castle View
Bridport Road, Poundbury, Dorchester DT1 2NH
"From arrival very welcoming, professional & helpful... to a person... and although Hazel passed away (29/6/26) after only 2 weeks she was..."Read all 98 reviews

from £1,369 / week57 Rooms

Group/Owner Colten Care Ltd

Thomas Hardy country is the setting for Castle View in Dorchester. This uniquely designed home is built on the Poundbury Estate with its links to the Duchy of Cornwall. The spacious reception area welcomes... Read more

  • Older Person Care
  • Respite Care
  • Permanent Care
  • Nursing Care
  • Residential Care
Barchester Trinity Manor Care Home
Bradford Road, Sherborne DT9 6EX
"Due to declining health, my 93 year old mother moved into Trinity Manor last Christmas. A fiercely independent lady, I never expected her..."Read all 56 reviews

from £1,600 / week64 Rooms

Group/Owner Barchester Healthcare Ltd

Dedicated staff members at Trinity Manor provide high-quality residential care for older people who would benefit from additional care and support in a warm and friendly environment. Trinity Manor... Read more

  • Older Person Care
  • Respite Care
  • Permanent Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Residential Care
Abbey View Nursing & Residential Home
Fairfield, Bristol Road, Sherborne DT9 4HG
"Abby View looked after my wife for over a year. They were excellent with her care and were also very friendly to me,..."Read all 97 reviews

from £1,376 / week52 Rooms

Group/Owner Colten Care Ltd

For almost 30 years, Abbey View has provided residential and nursing care in the historic Dorset town of Sherborne, supporting local families with compassionate, personalised care in warm and welcoming... Read more

  • Older Person Care
  • Respite Care
  • Permanent Care
  • Nursing Care
  • Residential Care
Selwood House Care Home
Chestnut Road, Charlton Down, Dorchester DT2 9FN
"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 / week85 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

  • Older Person Care
  • Respite Care
  • Permanent Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Residential Care
  • Learning Disability Care
  • Mental Health Care
Signature House
2 Maumbury Gardens, Dorchester DT1 1GR
"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
St James' Park Care Home
Higher Street, Bradpole, Bridport DT6 3EU
"Caring staff. Great engaging activities for physical and mental health. Clean and hygienic environment. Excellent food. Regular updates and..."Read all 116 reviews

from £1,399 / week31 Rooms

Group/Owner HC-One

Offering residential and nursing care, St James' Park Care Home, located in the charming village of Bradpole, near Bridport on the beautiful Jurassic Coast, is a friendly and welcoming care home offering... Read more

  • Older Person Care
  • Respite Care
  • Permanent Care
  • Nursing Care
  • Residential Care
Queen Charlotte Nursing Home
432 Chickerell Road, Chickerell, Weymouth DT3 4DQ
"This review is very long overdue! What can I say : the staff are exceptional, friendly, entertaining and caring. Not only have they..."Read all 60 reviews

from £1,250 / week51 Rooms

Group/Owner Kingsley Healthcare Group

Queen Charlotte Nursing Home is a care home specialising in dementia care. Set in a character property located amongst mature, manicured gardens, the home is decorated to offer sensory and tactile stimulation,... Read more

  • Older Person Care
  • Respite Care
  • Permanent Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Nursing Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Nursing Care
Weymouth Manor Nursing Home
Radipole Lane, Weymouth DT4 0TX
"My mum was admitted to Weymouth Manor as an emergency for respite care. She has been very well looked after in a beautiful environment...."Read all 36 reviews

from £1,350 / week66 Rooms

Group/Owner Kingsley Healthcare Group

Weymouth Manor Nursing Home in Dorset provides exceptional residential, respite, nursing, and specialist dementia care, tailored to meet the diverse healthcare needs of its residents. Nestled in the... Read more

  • Older Person Care
  • Respite Care
  • Permanent Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Nursing Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Nursing Care
The Old Vicarage Care Home
Leigh, Sherborne DT9 6HL
"Overall first rate in every respect. Clearly a professional care home with a strong emphasis on personal care. The Old Vicarage has a..."Read all 92 reviews

from £1,350 / week41 Rooms

Group/Owner Healthcare Homes Group Ltd

The Old Vicarage Care Home is located in a scenic part of the Dorset countryside and offers a combination of friendliness and professionalism in order to help adults with care needs to enjoy a comfortable... Read more

  • Older Person Care
  • Respite Care
  • Permanent Care
  • Residential Care
Somerleigh Court Nursing Home
Somerleigh Road, Dorchester DT1 1AQ
"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

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

  • Older Person Care
  • Respite Care
  • Permanent Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Nursing Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Nursing Care
Fairfield House Residential Care Home
Charmouth Road, Lyme Regis DT7 3HH
"During our visit on 6th October to visit my sister Nicola, my partner and I were very pleased with the location of the home, the condition..."Read all 40 reviews

from £1,750 / week36 Rooms

Group/Owner Safequarter Private Care Homes

Fairfield House is situated on a hillside overlooking Lyme Bay and Lyme Regis. The home is tastefully decorated and furnished throughout and offers several lounges, dining areas and conservatories to... Read more

  • Older Person Care
  • Respite Care
  • Permanent Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Residential Care
Casterbridge Manor
Acreman Street, Cerne Abbas, Dorchester DT2 7AL
"The staff at Casterbridge Manor really shine here. From the friendly receptionist and availability of manager/nurses is easy. If there are..."Read all 26 reviews

from £1,100 / week64 Rooms

Group/Owner Pebblestones Ltd

Casterbridge Manor is set in the picturesque village of Cerne Abbas near Dorchester. The home offers the highest standard in residential, nursing and specialist dementia care, in a warm, safe and friendly... Read more

  • Older Person Care
  • Younger Adult Care
  • Respite Care
  • Permanent Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Nursing Care
  • Residential Care
  • Learning Disability Care
  • Mental Health Care
  • Dementia Nursing Care
Shire House
Sidmouth Road, Lyme Regis DT7 3ES
"Shire House is a wonderful residential care home. My aunt is always looked after superbly, with dignity, friendliness, humour and expert..."Read all 55 reviews

from £1,250 / week22 Rooms

Shire House offers a homely, safe and caring environment for older people, respecting their right to choose their own lifestyle and actively supporting them to realise their aspirations. This is achieved... Read more

  • Older Person Care
  • Respite Care
  • Permanent Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Residential Care
Maiden Castle House
12/14 Gloucester Road, Dorchester DT1 2NJ
"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
Eastbury House
Long Street, Sherborne DT9 3BZ
"My Mum is very happy at Eastbury she was only meant to go in for a short stay but she likes it so much she wants to stay. She is being..."Read all 27 reviews

from £1,350 / week23 Rooms

Eastbury House is a privately run residential home for the elderly. It was established in 1974 and is situated in the centre of Sherborne within a few minutes level walk of the shops and the Abbey. The... Read more

  • Older Person Care
  • Respite Care
  • Permanent Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Residential Care
  • Mental Health Care
Fairfield House
41 Putton Lane, Chickerell, Weymouth DT3 4AJ
"We felt as a family extremely lucky to get our beloved sister/mother/grandmother a room at Fairfield for what we knew would be the last..."Read all 58 reviews

from £1,300 / week37 Rooms

Fairfield House is a registered care home with nursing, and provides high-quality care for people who experience cognitive difficulties or who have mental health problems. Based in a quiet village... 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
Grassington House
50 Prince of Wales Road, Dorchester DT1 1PP
"From the very beginning up until the carehome suffered a devastating fire in January, the staff have gone above and beyond to make my nan..."Read all 21 reviews

from £700 / week13 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

  • Older Person Care
  • Respite Care
  • Permanent Care
  • Residential Care
The Hyde Care Home
Walditch, Bridport DT6 4LB
"Friendly staff. Good activities for the residents to enjoy. Lovely selection of food. Outside walks are always enjoyed...."Read all 85 reviews

from £1,400 / week28 Rooms

The Hyde care home in Bridport, Dorset care for people aged 65+ and can accommodate 28 people. The care home has a team of qualified, experienced staff who take time to understand and meet each... Read more

  • Older Person Care
  • Respite Care
  • Permanent Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Residential Care
Cheriton Care Home
10 Weymouth Avenue, Dorchester DT1 2EN
"My dad has been here for a few weeks and is really enjoying it, and already been out on a trishaw ride to maiden castle. The staff are all..."Read all 38 reviews

from £1,100 / week71 Rooms

Group/Owner Agincare Homes Holdings Ltd

Cheriton Care Home is a real home-from-home in the heart of Dorset’s county town of Dorchester. Comprising Badbury House and Maumbury House, offering high-quality, affordable residential, respite, reablement... Read more

  • Older Person Care
  • Respite Care
  • Permanent Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Residential Care
  • Mental Health Care
Coneygar Lodge
Coneygar Park, Bridport DT6 3BA
"Staff are always cheerful and welcoming and treat residents with care and respect. They get to know the residents well. Everyone is very..."Read all 9 reviews

from £1,550 / week22 Rooms

Coneygar Lodge was acquired by a former RGN back in 1999 - she recognised that there were very few care homes that genuinely offer a homely caring environment where the happiness and care of the residents... Read more

  • Older Person Care
  • Respite Care
  • Permanent Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Residential Care
Bymead House
Axminster Road, Charmouth, Bridport DT6 6BS
"Bymead House is an excellent care home. My mother-in-law lived there for three contented years. The staff went out of their way to..."Read all 21 reviews

from £1,687 / week30 Rooms

Bymead House is a true home from home in the beautiful seaside village of Charmouth in Dorset. The focus is on personal choice, individual freedom and comprehensive care, which is shared by all staff... Read more

  • Older Person Care
  • Respite Care
  • Permanent Care
  • Nursing Care
  • Residential Care
Glencairn House Residential Home
16/17 Cornwall Road, Dorchester DT1 1RU
"My mother moved to Glencairn House six weeks ago to be nearer to family. The experience has been a great success in all respects. The..."Read all 17 reviews

from £1,250 / week23 Rooms

Group/Owner Gingerbread Care Ltd

Glencairn House is a smaller residential care home, which enables them to offer truly personalised care and attention to each and every one of their residents. Their aim is to cater to individual needs,... Read more

  • Older Person Care
  • Respite Care
  • Permanent Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Residential Care
Garden House
Priestlands, Sherborne DT9 4HN
"The Garden House provided us with a safe place for my father during a crisis period with our parents. We were all treated with respect and..."Read all 28 reviews

from £1,000 / week14 Rooms

Garden House is an award winning home and is situated a short walk from the centre of Sherborne, a beautiful and historic town, local amenities and Doctors surgeries are just a short walk away. Residents... Read more

  • Older Person Care
  • Respite Care
  • Permanent Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Residential Care
  • Learning Disability Care
  • Mental Health Care
Evergreens Lodge
Westbury, Sherborne DT9 3QZ
"Very nice helpful staff , home lovely and clean, 5 stars for the food, plenty of it, always welcomed with a nice cup of tea or coffee,..."Read all 21 reviews

from £1,100 / week39 Rooms

Group/Owner Nazareth Lodge Ltd

Evergreens Lodge in Sherborne provides care for up to 35 residents who benefit from charmingly decorated, light and airy rooms, most of which are en-suite. Ground floor rooms have garden access. The... Read more

  • Older Person Care
  • Respite Care
  • Permanent Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Residential Care
  • Learning Disability Care
Casterbridge Lodge
Winterbourne Steepleton, Dorchester DT2 9LG
"I recently visited Casterbridge Lodge and was thoroughly impressed by their exceptional care and welcoming atmosphere. The director's..."Read all 5 reviews

from £1,663 / week35 Rooms

Group/Owner Pebblestones Ltd

Casterbridge Lodge is a residential care home in the village of Winterbourne Steepleton, Dorchester. The team provide compassionate care to up to 35 residents in a safe, warm and stimulating environment. Each... Read more

  • Older Person Care
  • Respite Care
  • Permanent Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Residential Care
Montrose Care Home
40 Prince of Wales Road, Dorchester DT1 1PW
"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 / week22 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

  • Older Person Care
  • Respite Care
  • Permanent Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Residential Care
Wolfeton Manor
East Hill, Charminster, Dorchester DT2 9QL

from £1,440 / week31 Rooms

  • Older Person Care
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  • Dementia Residential Care
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Frequently Asked Questions about West Dorset Area Older Person Care Homes

Older Person Care Home costs in West Dorset Area

Average older person care home costs in West 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 31 older person care homes with fees listed in West Dorset Area.

Type of Care ProvidedWest Dorset AreaDorsetEnglandUK
Residential Care£1,340£1,360£1,304£1,308
Residential Dementia Care£1,412£1,424£1,333£1,338
Nursing Care£1,493£1,605£1,564£1,550
Nursing Dementia Care£1,400£1,621£1,579£1,569
All Care Types£1,340£1,365£1,315£1,321

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 older person care home fees across the UK and advice on how to pay, see our older person care home fees guide.

Average starting prices for self-funders in West Dorset Area Care Homes by care type
Average cost of Residential Care from 31 care homes with fees listed
£1,340 per week
  • 1.5% below Dorset average
  • 2.8% above England average
  • 2.4% above UK average
Average cost of Residential Dementia Care from 19 care homes with fees listed
£1,412 per week
  • 0.8% below Dorset average
  • 5.9% above England average
  • 5.5% above UK average
Average cost of Nursing Care from 7 care homes with fees listed
£1,493 per week
  • 7.5% below Dorset average
  • 4.8% below England average
  • 3.8% below UK average
Average cost of Nursing Dementia Care from 5 care homes with fees listed
£1,400 per week
  • 15.8% below Dorset average
  • 12.8% below England average
  • 12.1% below UK average

How many older person care homes are there in West Dorset Area?

There are 36 Older Person Care Homes in West Dorset Area, including 12 Nursing Homes & 24 Residential Care Homes.

Which older person care homes in West Dorset Area have the highest Review Score?

Castle View, Barchester Trinity Manor Care Home & Abbey View Nursing & Residential Home are some of the older person care homes with the highest Review Score in West Dorset Area.

Which older person care homes in West Dorset Area offer Nursing Care?

Castle View, Abbey View Nursing & Residential Home & Signature House are some of the 11 Nursing Homes in West Dorset Area.

How many elderly care homes offer Dementia Care in West Dorset Area?

There are 27 elderly care homes offering Dementia Care in West Dorset Area including Barchester Trinity Manor Care Home, Selwood House Care Home & Signature House.

Which elderly care homes offer Respite Care in West Dorset Area?

Respite Care is offered by 35 elderly care homes in West Dorset Area including Castle View, Barchester Trinity Manor Care Home & Abbey View Nursing & Residential Home.

How many older person care homes listings in West Dorset Area have Reviews on carehome.co.uk?

There are 32 older person care homes listed with Reviews.

Which elderly care homes in West Dorset Area have Bed Vacancies posted on carehome.co.uk?

There are currently 3 Care Homes with Bed Vacancies Posted.