Buxton House

423b Radipole Lane, Weymouth DT4 0QJ
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  • Buxton House, Weymouth
Buxton House is a warm and welcoming residential and dementia care home in Weymouth, Dorset. With a light and airy atmosphere, the home allows residents to live their lives as if in the comfort of their own homes whilst being cared for by committed, professionally trained staff.

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 kitchen area.

Buxton House provides compassionate care for those who can longer live independently and also offers intermediate care for people requiring a short period of rehabilitation.

All residents can enjoy a wide variety of activities and entertainment in and around the home, plus outings in the Care South minibus to local landmarks and attractions.
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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 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 What's included?

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Funding Types Accepted

  • Self Funding (Private)
  • Local Authority with Top Up
  • Local Authority
  • NHS Continuing Healthcare (CHC)

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Good to Know

Group/Owner

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 (108)

9.7

Buxton House has a Review Score of 9.7 (9.708) out of 10, based on 34 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Buxton House has 108 reviews.

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Review from Rosalyn T (Daughter of Resident) published on 12 September 2018 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Myself and my family were very pleased with the care my father received whilst in Buxton House, Weymouth. The staff were always helpful and friendly no matter what time of day we visited my father.
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Review from Francesca B (Daughter-in-law of Resident) published on 12 September 2018 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
During the course of my father-in-law's stay he was cared for in a friendly, attentive and dignified way, his family were welcomed and made to feel a part of his care. The environment was suitable for his needs bright and clean. Staff were helpful and often went above and beyond.
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Review from S-J M (Niece of Resident) published on 12 September 2018 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
Having seen how my uncle was treated I think Buxton House is wonderful.
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Review from J B (Wife of Resident) published on 12 September 2018 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
During my husbands stay at Buxton House he, and indeed myself were treated with the utmost respect. The care shown to him was everything I could have wished for and enabled him to end his life in a caring and lovely setting. I will always be grateful.
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Review from T B (Grandson of Resident) published on 31 August 2018 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Excellent facilities and friendly staff. The effort and care applied to my grandfather was amazing. His end of life treatment provided both sensitivity and respect to our family.
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Review from Michael F (Partner of Resident) published on 9 August 2018 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I visited my partner every day since she was admitted.
The staff are excellent and make me feel at home. I observe the staff working with residents. Food is very good, rooms clean, tables laid out very well. Staff very helpful.
Can't stay anymore.
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Review from L H (Power of Attorney of Resident) published on 15 April 2016 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I am the next of kin of one of the residents who wishes to remain anonymous. I also have power if attorney over his affairs, although he is very satisfied overall. One very significant aspect is lacking. The food is abysmally poor in nutrition, the meat is always very tough and the stew a mass of tasteless
mess, with no sign of any onion (the most basic ingredient in a stew).
His once weekly meal with me outside is his special treat - please set this matter right asap. Thank you.
Reply from Simon Bird, Director at Buxton HouseCare South is grateful for this feedback and the many good areas that have been highlighted. Naturally the feedback on "Food and Drink" is disappointing and of concern. Care South prides itself on offering the highest standards of catering and nutrition across all its homes, and is looking into this individual experience and how improvements can be made. Generally feedback from residents at Buxton House is positive about food and nutrition. If the reviewer would like to contact the Manager of the home directly she would be glad to discuss this matter to ensure that this experience is not repeated.
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Review from Caron I (Granddaughter of Resident) published on 4 August 2015 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
This care home was wonderful, they looked after my Nan so well, kept her motivated, had her laughing with VE celebrations, and many other activities. If she didn't sleep well she would keep the night nurse company and chat. One young lady even let her brush and plait her hair, which she got such enjoyment
from. The staff go above and beyond in every way, and I can never thank them enough for all their effort, care and work.
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Current Review Score: 9.7 (9.708)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.7 (9.708) out of 10 for Buxton House is based on a) the Average Rating and b) the number of positive Reviews.

  1. The Average Rating is 4.7 out of 5 from 34 Reviews in the last 24 months.
  2. The score for the number of positive Reviews is 5.0 out of 5 from 33 positive Reviews in the last 24 months.

Detailed Breakdown of Review Score

The maximum Review Score for a Care Home is 10, which is made up from the Average Rating of Reviews (maximum of 5 points) and the Number of Reviews (maximum of 5 points) in the last 24 months:

  1. 5 Points are available for the Average Rating from all Reviews in the last 24 months. The Average Rating of 4.708 for Buxton House is calculated as follows: ( (297 Excellents x 5) + (84 Goods x 4) + (16 Satisfactorys x 3) ) ÷ 397 Ratings = 4.708
  2. 5 Points are available for the number of Positive Reviews in the last 24 months. A Positive Review is defined as any Review with an 'Overall Experience' of '4' or '5' (out of a max rating '5'). The 5 Points relating to the number of positive Reviews for Buxton House is based on 33 positive Reviews in the last 24 months and is calculated as per below:

    The 5 points available are broken down as follows:

    1. 4 points are available for the first 20 Positive Reviews in the last 24 months; 3 points for the first Positive Review, 0.125 Points for each of the next four Positive Reviews, 0.05 Points for the next five Positive Reviews, and finally 0.025 Points for the next ten Positive Reviews. (1st = 3.000, 2nd = 0.125, 3rd = 0.125, 4th = 0.125, 5th = 0.125, 6th = 0.050, 7th = 0.050, 8th = 0.050, 9th = 0.050, 10th = 0.050, 11th = 0.025, 12th = 0.025, 13th = 0.025, 14th = 0.025, 15th = 0.025, 16th = 0.025, 17th = 0.025, 18th = 0.025, 19th = 0.025, 20th = 0.025) 3 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.05 + 0.05 + 0.05 + 0.05 + 0.05 + 0.025 + 0.025 + 0.025 + 0.025 + 0.025 + 0.025 + 0.025 + 0.025 + 0.025 + 0.025 = 4
    2. 1 point is available for the number of Positive Reviews reaching 20% of the registered maximum number of service users in the last 24 months. If this number is partially reached, then that proportion of 1 point is given. eg a Care Home registered for a maximum of 50 service users has to reach 10 Positive Reviews to receive 1 point, if it has 7 reviews it will receive 0.7 points. 20% of the 64 registered maximum number of service users is 12.8, which has been reached with 33 Positive reviews. Points = 1
  3. When a Review is submitted by someone who has previously submitted a Review, only the latest Review will count towards the Review Score.
  4. If a Care Home does not have a review in the last 24 months, then it will not have a Review Score.

Regulatory Rating

Care Quality Commission (CQC) Rating

Date: 10 Sep 2025

Overall Good

  • Caring Good
  • Effective Good
  • Responsive Good
  • Safe Good
  • Well-led Good
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Meet the Team (1)

Lauren

Lauren Taylor

Job Title: Home Manager

“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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