
Lovely home with an excellent location and excellent care.Margaret P(Friend of Resident/Service User)

All the staff are very special people,Vanessa N(Daughter of Resident/Service User)

not just a facility but a true home filled with warmth and compassion.S B(Friend of Resident/Service User)

Lovely home with an excellent location and excellent care.Margaret P(Friend of Resident/Service User)

All the staff are very special people,Vanessa N(Daughter of Resident/Service User)

not just a facility but a true home filled with warmth and compassion.S B(Friend of Resident/Service User)

Discover the epitome of exceptional care at Dorset House, where the professional team provides round-the-clock support and compassion. Nestled in the heart of Droitwich Spa, the home's convenient location offers easy access to local amenities, all under the watchful eye of the caring team.
Set amidst tranquil private grounds, the former country residence boasts beautiful gardens with shaded seating areas and a summer house, providing endless opportunities for relaxation and socialising.
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Care Provided by Dorset House Nursing Home
Primary Care Categories
- Older Person Care
- Dementia
- Physical Disability
- Visual / Hearing Impairment
Length of Stay
- Permanent Care
Care Types Provided
- Residential Care
- Nursing Care
- Dementia Residential Care
- Dementia Nursing Care
- For a maximum of 42 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
Other Care Provided
- Parkinson's Disease
- Stroke
- Palliative / End of Life Care
- Convalescent Care
Facilities
- Own Furniture if required
- Close to Local shops
- Near Public Transport
- Minibus or other transport
- Lift
- Wheelchair Access
- Gardens
- Residents Kitchenette
- Phone Point in own room
- Television point in own room
- Residents Internet Access
Funding & Fees
Weekly Charges per Person
The price(s) shown are provided by the care home. Contact Dorset House Nursing Home for full pricing details and T&Cs.
Contact Dorset House Nursing Home 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)
Support you may be entitled to
- If you chose a care home based in England, you may be eligible for NHS Funded Nursing Care (FNC), which helps cover the cost of nursing. This is worth £267.68 per week and is usually paid directly to the care home.
Good to Know
Group / Owner
- Rotherwood Group
- Private Owned
Person in charge
- Carol(Sabell)
Local Authority / Social Services
Admission Information
- Mixed (no single-gender units)
- Ages 65+
Care Home Design/Build
- Purpose Built: No
- Last Refurbishment: 2021
- Number of floors: 2
Room Information
- Single Rooms (42)
- Single Rooms with ensuite Wet Room (2)
Visiting
- Visitors warmly welcomed. Relatives can visit their loved ones at any time, and there's no need to book in advance for these personal visits. However, if you're interested in touring the home and learning more about services, Dorset House recommends scheduling a visit in advance. This way, the dedicated team can ensure they're available to show you around and discuss how best to meet your specific needs. We're here to provide you with the information and support you require, and look forward to assisting you in any way.
Parking
- On site Parking
Dorset House Nursing Home Reviews (91)
Dorset House Nursing Home has a Review Score of 10 (10.000) out of 10, based on 21 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Dorset House Nursing Home has 91 reviews.
My dad arrived yesterday and is settling in well. Everyone is lovely and very kind. I find the home very comforting and warm and think it will suit my dad very ell. He seems happy which is very important to me.
Thank you so much for your kind words. Were delighted to hear that your dad is settling in well and that you find Dorset House comforting and warm. Knowing he is happy here is wonderful, as his well-being is our top priority. We look forward to supporting him and ensuring he feels right at home.
Dorset House is a lovely care home. The staff are very hard working. Mum is very settled. The food and kitchen staff are wonderful too. Their entertainment is good too.
Thank you so much for your wonderful 5-star review! We are delighted to hear that you find Dorset House to be a lovely care home and that your mum is very settled here. Our team works tirelessly to ensure all our residents feel comfortable and at home, and it's fantastic to know their hard work is...
After the good care my aged aunt had many years ago I have been very pleased with the care my wife has had.
Thank you for your heartwarming 5-star review! We are honoured that you chose Dorset House again, after the care your aged aunt received many years ago. It means a lot to us to know that you have been very pleased with the care your wife has had. Our team is dedicated to maintaining the highest...
My father has been at Dorset House for a number of years now. He is always happy and has a lovely relationship with the staff. He will be 100 years old later this month and Dorset House have been kind enough to allow us to have a fairly large party for him.
Thank you so much for sharing your wonderful experience at Dorset House Nursing Home. We are truly honoured to have been a part of your father's journey for the past few years and are delighted to hear that he is happy and has built lovely relationships with our staff. Celebrating your father's...
Very pleased with all aspects of my mother's care, the staff and management excellent.
Thank you very much for your kind words and for taking the time to share your experience with Dorset House! We are thrilled to hear that you are very pleased with all aspects of your mother's care with us. Our dedicated staff and management work tirelessly to provide the highest standard of care,...
Mum's first observation upon joining Dorset House was that everyone was happy because they wanted to be here. She was referring to residents and staff. Her medical needs are well met with understanding and diligence. She enjoys her food and the meals are beautifully presented and delicious. We, as family, appreciate the fact that staff know her well and take time to chat with both humour and respect.
Thank you so much for sharing your mum's wonderful experience at Dorset House in this lovely 5-star review! Providing compassionate and diligent care for our residents' medical needs is a top priority and we're delighted that your mum feels well looked after. It's fantastic to hear that she enjoys...
The manager and staff are excellent, kind, caring and understanding. They listen to the views of residents and families and help in any way they can. It was a friendly, welcoming atmosphere which takes away the pressure and concerns of relatives and residents. The food, care and activities are first-class. They always listen to you if you have any concerns, which they deal with and rectify as soon as possible. I feel so relieved now I know my husband is in a safe and caring home.
Thank you so much for your glowing review of Dorset House! We are delighted to hear that you find our home to be excellent in terms of care, facilities, and grounds. Maintaining a spotlessly clean and well-cared-for environment is a top priority for us. Our dedicated staff are committed to...
Lovely home with an excellent location and excellent care. Would highly recommend it to anyone.
It's truly heartening to know that our efforts in providing a comfortable and caring environment are being...
I have only been in Dorset House for a week and everybody I have met has been amazing and made me feel at home. I was exhausted when I came and I am slowly feeling better and I can't thank them enough.
Thank you for taking the time to share your experience at Dorset House. We are delighted to hear that your first week with us has been a positive and welcoming one. It warms our hearts to know that you have felt at home and that the incredible people you've met here have made a difference in your...
Nan seems really happy and settled and that's most important to us, clean and very welcoming, staff really nice and helpful. Many thanks to the staff.
Thank you so much for taking the time to share your wonderful 5-star review of Dorset House! We are absolutely delighted to hear that your nan is happy and settled in our care home. Ensuring the well-being and contentment of our residents is our top priority, and it warms our hearts to know that we...
The facilities at the home are excellent. The food was very good and the choice was first class.
The room was clean, tidy and very bright with a nice view of the garden.
I would thoroughly recommend Dorset House to any family thinking of using this home.
It warms our hearts to know that you found our staff to be very friendly and professional. Our team is...
So happy with the care home.
Thank you so much for taking the time to share your feedback for Dorset House Nursing Home. It is our utmost priority to ensure that all our residents feel comfortable, safe, and well-cared for, and your positive review is a testament to our dedication. We are fortunate to have a team of...
Visit friend. Staff very friendly.
Thank you so much for taking the time to leave a five star review for Dorset House. We greatly appreciate your kind words and feedback about your visits to your friend at our home. We're delighted to hear that you found our staff to be very friendly. Creating a warm and welcoming atmosphere is...
My husband has dementia. He has been a resident at Dorset House Nursing Home since April 2020. I have been very happy with my husband's care and know that I made the right decision choosing Dorset House. The manager and her staff are very supportive and kind to me whenever I visit and make every effort to make my husband's life as good as it can be.
It warms our hearts to hear that you are pleased with the care your husband is receiving at our nursing home.
Knowing that you feel confident in...
I like Dorset House and I'm happy.
Our committed team members work tirelessly to ensure that our residents receive the highest...
Very welcoming, staff are lovely and very kind. Food looks wonderful.
Thank you for your lovely comments. The care and services we deliver as a team to our residents and families are extremely important to us. We're happy to receive such a five-star review for Dorset House. I will pass on your kind comments to the whole team.
My mum has been a resident here since September 2021. Her care has always been outstanding but last Thursday it was lifesaving. The team on duty reacted quickly and professionally when my mum had a choking fit at lunchtime. They followed protocol and the wonderful nurse on duty save her life with the Heimlich manoeuvre when the situation deteriorated. Their communication with me, the paramedics and the hospital has been exemplary and the follow-up care and love for my mum are worthy of head office recognition. I am so grateful for their support and so glad that she is here.
Thank you for your kind words and recognition of the team at Dorset House Nursing Home. We are so pleased to read your wonderful comments about the care your mum receives and even more so during that incident.
My friend is very happy here and is well looked after.
Samuel, thank you for your lovely comments. The care and services we deliver as a team to our residents and families are extremely important to us. We're happy to hear that your friend is receiving such great care at Dorset House Nursing Home.
My mother-in-law has been extremely well cared for since she moved into Dorset House Nursing Home. I was particularly impressed with the way that they handled a recent incident when she almost choked on a piece of meat while having lunch. Her life was saved by the very quick action of one nurse. Thank you for giving her back some dignity and quality of life after the ordeal of Covid in another home.
Thank you for taking the time to leave us such a fantastic review! We're happy to hear that your relative is receiving such great care at Dorset House and that we are providing an improved quality of life. I will pass on your kind comments to the whole team.
We love Mum being in Dorset House Nursing Home - she has settled very well and looks the best she has for years.
Thank you ever so much for your kind words, they mean the world to myself and the team. It makes me very happy to hear this.
Regulatory Rating
Care Quality Commission (CQC) Rating
Date: 22 August 2019Good
- CaringGood
- EffectiveGood
- ResponsiveRequires improvement
- 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 (8) & Events (0)
- 08 Oct 2024
Gwen Walford Nursing Home is thrilled to announce its success at the Hereford Times Health & Social Care Awards, where the home's dedicated staff member, Gideon Kusi, won The Good...
- 07 Oct 2024
Rotherwood Healthcare, an award-winning healthcare provider, is excited to announce the official launch of its Rotherwood Wellness Programme, a pioneering initiative designed to enhance the health and well-being of residents...
- 03 Oct 2024
Dorset House Nursing Home in Droitwich recently celebrated Harvest Festival with a heartwarming community event. The festivities were led by Reverend Giles, who conducted a touching church service reflecting on...
There are no upcoming events for Dorset House Nursing Home.
Awards / Recognitions (40)
- 15 May 2026Recipient: Rotherwood Group
- 30 Jan 2026Recipient: Dorset House Nursing Home
- 30 Jan 2026Recipient: Rotherwood Group
Meet the Team (6)

Carol brings more than 30 years of experience in the care sector, having started her career as a part-time Administrator before progressing into senior roles across finance, administration and management.
She is proud to serve as the Registered Manager of Dorset House, where she oversees the day-to-day operation of the home, ensuring the highest standards of care, legal compliance and clinical governance.
Working closely with her team, Carol is committed to creating a safe, welcoming and supportive environment where residents receive exceptional, person-centred care.

As Clinical Lead at Dorset House, Jenny oversees the delivery of high-quality clinical care, supporting both residents and the nursing team. She works closely with colleagues to ensure care plans are tailored to individual needs, while promoting best practice and maintaining high standards across the home. Through her leadership and compassionate approach, Jenny helps create a safe, supportive environment where residents can thrive.

Jill is the first point of contact at the home, providing a warm friendly welcome to Dorset House.

Lisa has worked at Dorset House since 1999. She started her career straight out of school in a care focussed role and continued to work in this field as a Care Assistant and Auxiliary Nurse in other care settings for a number of years. She then took a break from care to work in catering up to starting at Dorset House. Her first role in the home was as Head Waitress alongside our Head Chef Marion. She now works as a Lifestyle Coordinator but prefers the term companion!
‘Inspiring Activities’ is one of our four main pillars at Rotherwood Healthcare and this is integral to Lisa’s role at Dorset House. It can be a very sensitive role, dealing with the resident's emotional, therapeutic and recreational needs, yet fulfilling at the same time. Lisa describes it as an honour and a privilege to help give our residents the quality of life they deserve, make their wishes come true and learn from them along the way.
In her free time, Lisa enjoys looking after her granddaughter, pottering around her garden, reading and baking to help her relax.

Mandy is our head housekeeper. She has worked at Dorset House for over 15 years and is a key part of the team. Mandy and her staff always maintain the highest standards of tidiness and cleanliness for our residents at all times.

Marion started training as a chef at 16 years old and has enjoyed working in the profession ever since. She has devoted the past 15 years as Head Chef to cooking for our residents here at Dorset House.
Marion’s usual day in the kitchen involves cooking-up breakfast, lunches and suppers for up to 42 residents. On top of that, she comes up with different menu plans each week to keep mealtimes interesting for everyone. With mealtimes often being the highlight of the day for our residents Marion and her team at Dorset House have introduced theme days including an Italian day where she served up an impressive Italian themed three-course lunch.
Marion loves to get involved with residents' birthdays and ensures that special treats are made. She also oversees the making of celebration cakes – through the actual making of those cakes is left to her extremely talented second in command!
National holidays including St Patrick’s Day, Easter and, of course, Christmas offer yet another opportunity for Marion and her team to get creative and lay on a perfectly themed spread.
Marion loves to spend time with her family away from work and flick through the odd recipe book or two believing that you never know where inspiration may strike next!
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