
I can't thank everyone enough!Phil M(Son of Resident/Service User)



I can't thank everyone enough!Phil M(Son of Resident/Service User)



Dovehaven House provides respite and dementia care for up to 40 older people.
Located in Southport, Merseyside, the home is just two miles from the seafront. Set on a residential street surrounded by fields, the home has a quiet setting with country views while being close to local shops and amenities.
All bedrooms are single and 14 have en-suite facilities. The home also features lounge and dining areas, a recreational pub-style room,...
Care Provided by Dovehaven House
Primary Care Categories
- Older Person Care
- Dementia
- Physical Disability
- Visual / Hearing Impairment
Length of Stay
- Permanent Care
- Respite Care
Care Types Provided
- Residential Care
- Dementia Residential Care
- For a maximum of 40 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
- Convalescent Care
- Day Care
Facilities
- Own Furniture if required
- Pet Friendly (or by arrangement)
- Near Public Transport
- Lift
- Wheelchair Access
- Gardens
- Bar/Café
- Phone Point in own room
- Television point in own room
- Residents Internet Access
Funding & Fees
Weekly Charges per Person
Please note that fees are starting from prices. The team at Dovehaven House will be happy to provide full guidance on individual care needs, room choice, and funding options, ensuring families receive clear and tailored information to support their decision-making.
The price(s) shown are provided by the care home. Contact Dovehaven House for full pricing details and T&Cs.
Contact Dovehaven 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
- Dovehaven
- Private Owned
Person in charge
- Laura Cowen (Manager)
Local Authority / Social Services
Admission Information
- Mixed (no single-gender units)
- Ages 55+
Care Home Design/Build
- Purpose Built: Yes
- Year Purpose Built: -1
- Last Refurbishment: 2023
- Number of floors: 2
Room Information
- Single Rooms (40)
- Single Rooms with ensuite Wet Room (14)
Parking
- Private visitors parking at the front of the home.
Dovehaven House Reviews (26)
Dovehaven House has a Review Score of 9.1 (9.093) out of 10, based on 9 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Dovehaven House has 26 reviews.
I was very anxious about my mum going into care, and Dovehaven House has exceeded all my expectations. The management and staff have been wonderful, they have been responsive to all my questions and any concerns I've had, and they have succeeded in getting mum settled in her new home. I can't thank everyone enough!
I am pleased that the homes team have made the transition smoother for you and your family.
I will pass on your thanks to the staff team and Manager.
I’d like to thank the staff for looking after him so well in the last weeks of his life when family and friends could not visit. Special thanks to one of the carers, he had obviously spent time getting to know and care for him.
It means a lot.
Thank you so much for your kind words Barbara. We will share this with our team.
My mum was placed in this home as there was a breakdown in care during the pandemic (lived with her husband). The staff and management have happily provided us with a daily update of my mum's wellbeing. She has settled in extremely well. They have no Covid-19 at the home which is due to their rigorous application of health and hygiene (re cross-infection). My mum has previously been a resident early 2020 for respite and I visited frequently. Staff and management are wonderful.
Thank you so much for your kind review with regards to mum's care here at Dovehaven House. I will ensure this wonderful review is fed back to all our staff during our Daily Flash Meeting tomorrow.
The staff are friendly, the building is clean. The staff are helpful especially when mum was very poorly.
Staff excellent and very caring - all very friendly and welcoming. Great activities for residents weekly. Always put the needs of residents at the top of everything they do. Great choice of food and plenty of cakes! Treat family/friends very well and always get a cuppa. Any issues dealt with efficiently and with care. Support staff absolute treasures - making cards, cakes, decorations, jigsaws - endless patience.
Thank You for your kind words, it means the world to us.
Since mum went to live at Dovehaven House, the level of care has been outstanding. All the staff have wonderful caring natures and treat mum with the utmost of respect and love. Mum has vascular dementia and despite mum having very little communication, they do have a good level of understanding her and always ensure she is clean, safe, comfortable and has everything she needs. Communication between the staff and myself is also excellent with both management and staff providing me with regular updates on mum's condition covering both practical and nutritional needs as it has progressed. I would highly recommend this care home. Everyone wants the best for their mum, and I feel we have just that with this excellent team at Dovehaven House. Thank you.
Thank you for your comments. I have passed on your thoughts and praise to the staff at the home.
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Meet the Team (1)

Laura Cowen leads our well-trained care team, who are well-practised in delivering sensitive and understanding memory care, always ensuring professional, tailor-made care reflects each resident's needs and choices.
"What makes Dovehaven House truly special is our unique features, like The Dovehaven Arms and our retro spaces. These aren't just novelties - they're therapeutic environments that help our residents connect with familiar experiences and create meaningful social moments every day."
Laura, along with our Deputy Manager, is always on hand to provide support and advice to both team members and family members.
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