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Buxton House has 64 ensuite single bedrooms, divided into four wings to create a homely feel. Each wing has its own spacious lounge/diner and...
Care Provided by Buxton House
Primary Care Categories
- Older Person Care
- Dementia
- Physical Disability
- Visual / Hearing Impairment
- Younger Adults
Length of Stay
- Permanent Care
- Respite Care
Care Types Provided
- Residential Care
- Dementia Residential Care
- For a maximum of 64 Service Users
Dementia Care TypesMild Dementia
Someone living with our definition of "mild dementia" might experience some or all of the following:
- Memory problems such as misplacing items and not be able to recall recent events (however, in some forms of dementia a person's memory may be unchanged)
- Difficulties thinking through problems and planning, making decisions
- Language and communication issues such as finding it difficult to recall the appropriate word in a conversation or following a conversation
- Poor orientation, getting lost in areas previously familiar to them
- Difficulty judging distances (more falls than usual)
- Changes in their normal mood including anxiety and depression
- In certain types of dementia, personality and behaviour changes may be present alongside or instead of issues with memory or concentration.
Moderate Dementia
Someone living with our definition of "moderate dementia" might experience some or all of the following:
- Worsened memory problems. Not always recognising own family members and friends. Repeating the same questions over and over again
- Worsened language and communication issues, forgetting what they are saying mid-sentence. Not being able to understand what someone else is saying
- More frequent confusion, e.g. about the time of day or where they are, including their own home
- Apathy, depression and anxiety
- Believing things that aren't true (paranoia)
- Frequent hallucinations
- Lack of emotional control, quick to anger, fearfulness, sadness
- Loss of inhibition
- Difficulties sleeping or waking during the night and behaving as though it is daytime - loss of circadian rhythm.
Advanced Dementia
Someone living with our definition of "severe dementia" might experience some or all of the following:
- Severe memory problems. Not recognising family members and friends. Not being able to recall their own name
- Severe language and communication issues, not being able to understand what someone else is saying
- Severe confusion, e.g. about the time of day or where they are, including their own home
- Apathy, depression and anxiety
- Believing things that aren't true (paranoia)
- Frequent hallucinations
- Lack of emotional control, quick to anger, fearfulness, sadness
- Loss of inhibition
- Difficulties sleeping or waking during the night and behaving as though it is daytime - loss of circadian rhythm.
Verbally or physically aggressive behaviour
If your loved one displays this type of behaviour you may need a care home that has specially trained staff. Verbal/physical aggression is often defined:
- Consistent shouting and screaming
- Verbal abuse
- Physical abuse
How we define Dementia Care Types
Mild Dementia
Someone living with our definition of "mild dementia" might experience some or all of the following:
- Memory problems such as misplacing items and not be able to recall recent events (however, in some forms of dementia a person's memory may be unchanged)
- Difficulties thinking through problems and planning, making decisions
- Language and communication issues such as finding it difficult to recall the appropriate word in a conversation or following a conversation
- Poor orientation, getting lost in areas previously familiar to them
- Difficulty judging distances (more falls than usual)
- Changes in their normal mood including anxiety and depression
- In certain types of dementia, personality and behaviour changes may be present alongside or instead of issues with memory or concentration.
Moderate Dementia
Someone living with our definition of "moderate dementia" might experience some or all of the following:
- Worsened memory problems. Not always recognising own family members and friends. Repeating the same questions over and over again
- Worsened language and communication issues, forgetting what they are saying mid-sentence. Not being able to understand what someone else is saying
- More frequent confusion, e.g. about the time of day or where they are, including their own home
- Apathy, depression and anxiety
- Believing things that aren't true (paranoia)
- Frequent hallucinations
- Lack of emotional control, quick to anger, fearfulness, sadness
- Loss of inhibition
- Difficulties sleeping or waking during the night and behaving as though it is daytime - loss of circadian rhythm.
Advanced Dementia
Someone living with our definition of "severe dementia" might experience some or all of the following:
- Severe memory problems. Not recognising family members and friends. Not being able to recall their own name
- Severe language and communication issues, not being able to understand what someone else is saying
- Severe confusion, e.g. about the time of day or where they are, including their own home
- Apathy, depression and anxiety
- Believing things that aren't true (paranoia)
- Frequent hallucinations
- Lack of emotional control, quick to anger, fearfulness, sadness
- Loss of inhibition
- Difficulties sleeping or waking during the night and behaving as though it is daytime - loss of circadian rhythm.
Verbally or physically aggressive behaviour
If your loved one displays this type of behaviour you may need a care home that has specially trained staff. Verbal/physical aggression is often defined:
- Consistent shouting and screaming
- Verbal abuse
- Physical abuse
How we define Dementia Care Types
- Mild Dementia
- Moderate Dementia
- Advanced/Complex Dementia
Other Care Provided
- Parkinson's Disease
- Stroke
- Palliative / End of Life Care
Facilities
- Own Furniture if required
- Smoking not permitted
- Near Public Transport
- Lift
- Wheelchair Access
- Gardens
- Phone Point in own room
- Television point in own room
Funding & Fees
Contact Buxton House to confirm what's included and get a personalised quote:
Funding Types Accepted
- Self-Funding (Private)
- Local Authority with Top-up
- Local Authority
- NHS Continuing Healthcare (CHC)
Good to Know
Group / Owner
- Care South
- Voluntary / Not for Profit Owned
Person in charge
- Lauren Taylor(Home Manager)
Local Authority / Social Services
Admission Information
- Mixed with both male-only and female-only unit(s)
- Ages 18+
Care Home Design/Build
- Purpose Built: Yes
Room Information
- Single Rooms (64)
- Single Rooms with ensuite Wet Room (64)
Buxton House Reviews (116)
Buxton House has a Review Score of 9.7 (9.716) out of 10, based on 35 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Buxton House has 116 reviews.
Mum spent 5-weeks at Buxton House during the lockdown, so unable to comment on rooms, food, activities etc. All staff were helpful and cheerful when contacted by phone. No alternative to calling was offered for speaking with Mum. The site manager did not contact or return calls during the entire stay, preferring to delegate his work. Mum had nothing but praise for the kindness, patience and hardworking staff that care for her. Thank you.
I'm a granddaughter of a resident and I must say I honestly think Buxton House is the best place for her. She's well looked after and tells me she loves the food and the carers are amazing and do an outstanding job keeping her safe. They do a wide variety of activities and we enjoy seeing all the photos. When visiting was allowed, I must say the care home was well presented and looked beautiful at Christmas with all the decorations.
Buxton House is a very good care home. My mum is settled and very happy there and I couldn’t ask for a better care home for Mum. The management and staff are friendly and professional. Thank you for looking after my mum and keeping her safe, it is very appreciated. I definitely recommend Buxton House.
I find that their contact with relatives by telephone, such as monthly health updates, immediate contact for any health issues arising, call for direct assistance from relatives if needed, etc. is very assuring. The addition of Skype to their care armoury is reassuring for both resident and relatives.
Their organised activities for residents and apparent connections with the local community adds greatly to the wellbeing and standard of life of the residents.
Wonderful home and carers who took my mum in during the first lockdown. Mum has dementia and care needs and I cannot thank them enough for the care they provide her every day.
It’s good to know she is safe, happy and cared for.
Thank you
Friendly and caring staff in a clean modern environment with evidence of very good protection measures in the current pandemic situation, whilst enabling families to remain having contact with the residents in a safe way.
Since Mum has been in Buxton House, she has been a real challenge to the staff. She has settled in, and I'm sure she is happy there. Since covid, it has been difficult for all concerned, but the staff have stepped up and stood in the gap and made an effort to be able to get to see Mum. They keep us informed of any progress.
I visited my mum for the first time since she became a resident at Buxton House. Despite the visit being limited to 15 minutes due to the current restrictions, it was a very pleasant experience. The visit had been prepared for by the staff in a very thoughtful way. The staff were extremely attentive to both my mum and my dad and me who were visiting. They took great care of mum and dad since the visit was conducted outside they took care to ensure she was wrapped up warmly enough and comfortable.
It is clear that not all staff are aware of the residents changing needs. For example a full tea cup/mug can be handed to a resident when it should be known they cannot hold it and sometimes it is put to their side or other position where they are not able to reach and lift it.
The completion of this review is my first and I should like to say that from day one, I have been entirely satisfied. From the outset, I have been most impressed with the high standard of Buxton House and the complete professionalism of the staff from top to bottom. I have to say that I am surprised to see such a high standard of high-quality meals enjoyed by the residents which is more akin to a first-class hotel.
It is always a stressful and worrying decision when it is necessary to introduce a much-loved parent into the care of a residential home. I have been extremely encouraged and pleased as to how well my mother is settling down in Buxton House after only two weeks. The staff, always with a smile, are caring, helpful and positive. I am now much more sure that we have made the correct decision with regard to mum's happiness, calmness and safety.
My mother moved into the dementia department of Buxton House on 5th January 2020, after losing her husband in November 2019. Having visited our mother every day since my sister and I have been more than happy with her care here. All the staff, without exception, are very caring and attentive, nothing is too much trouble. The food is excellent with a good choice and our mother has improved in health and temperament already while living here. Our hope is that she can live the rest of her life in peace and comfort. We feel that this may well happen.
They take time with him.
Thank you Buxton House for the amazing care you give to my dad. You are all angels. We wouldn't want dad to be anywhere else for his care.
Nothing too much trouble. Food is also very good and enjoyable. The home is beautiful and I wouldn't choose to be anywhere else other than at home.
I have been a resident for almost 2 and a half years and have been cared for by the very superb staff and very caring team.
My mum has been a resident at Buxton House for about 7 years and she has always had the best of care. The staff are very caring, attentive, friendly and helpful. I am very glad my mum is there - I can relax in the knowledge that she is getting the very best of attention and care which a frail 98-year-old needs.
The home is clean, staff friendly and helpful. All the residents seem to be happy and contented.
I cannot fault the care that dad has so far received since he started living at Buxton House in March. The home is always clean and tidy when I visit and dad is always dressed in clean clothes and wearing a tie which is important to him.
Mum was very apprehensive about moving into residential care, but the thoughtful and caring staff are so good and patient this made it so much easier. She settled really quickly and loves it. Always clean, tidy and welcoming.
Regulatory Rating
Care Quality Commission (CQC) Rating
Date: 10 September 2025Good
- CaringGood
- EffectiveGood
- ResponsiveGood
- SafeGood
- Well-ledGood
Inspection ratings
We rate most services according to how safe, effective, caring, responsive and well-led they are, using four levels:
- Outstanding - The service is performing exceptionally well.
- Good - The service is performing well and meeting our expectations.
- Requires Improvement - The service isn't performing as well as it should and we have told the service how it must improve.
- Inadequate - The service is performing badly and we've taken action against the person or organisation that runs it.
- Not rated - we have not yet rated this area of the service, this is normally because the assessments we have carried out have been focused on other key questions.
Bed Vacancies
Please contact us for latest vacancies.
News (21) & Events (0)
- 02 Jun 2026
Dorset care home residents delighted in a memorable musical afternoon created especially for them by the BSO, Care South and JPMorganChase. Hosted at JPMorganChase’s Bournemouth campus, the midweek event included...
- 27 May 2026
Communities across the south of England gathered at Care South’s care homes to share experiences and raise awareness during Dementia Action Week. Karen Hodges, Group Dementia Lead for Care South,...
- 08 May 2026
A retired midwife living in a Weymouth care home visited a hospital’s maternity unit as part of a special wish to honour her 40-year career. Lin, who lives in Buxton...
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Awards / Recognitions (7)
- 30 Jan 2026Recipient: Care South
- 31 Jan 2025Recipient: Care South
- 31 Jan 2024Recipient: Care South
Accreditations
There are no accreditations posted yet for Buxton House.
Meet the Team (1)

“I have worked in the Health and Social Care sector since I was old enough to be employed; whilst continuing to study, develop and achieve the skills and qualifications I have.
I began my career working with Care South as a Care Assistant and progressed to my present role as Home Manager of Buxton House. I initially began my journey at Buxton House and worked across the company in different locations – I am so glad to be back!
Ensuring every day is meaningful for the people we care for is what drives me and the team at Buxton House to give the best possible service.
We aim to support our residents and be involved in the care we provide; to enhance their independence in confidence, knowing we can support them with our person-centred approach.
I am proud and fortunate to be part of a fun, professional and caring team who work above and beyond expectations consistently.”
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