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 comfortably and with dignity.
The home offers a comprehensive range of care services, including long-term nursing care, dementia-friendly care, convalescence, post-operative recovery, palliative care and short holiday stays. With 40 spacious en-suite bedrooms, each equipped with a TV, telephone and WiFi, residents can...
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 comfortably and with dignity.
The home offers a comprehensive range of care services, including long-term nursing care, dementia-friendly care, convalescence, post-operative recovery, palliative care and short holiday stays. With 40 spacious en-suite bedrooms, each equipped with a TV, telephone and WiFi, residents can enjoy the comforts of home while receiving expert care. Freshly prepared, nutritious meals are created by the home's talented chef, with menus tailored to individual tastes, dietary requirements and nutritional needs.
At the heart of Somerleigh Court is its exceptional team of registered nurses, healthcare assistants and support staff. Working together under the guidance of a dedicated Home Manager, they provide compassionate, professional care around the clock. The team takes the time to get to know each resident as an individual, building trusted relationships with residents and their families while delivering care that is personalised, respectful and focused on promoting wellbeing, independence and quality of life.
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Somerleigh Court Nursing Home has a Review Score of 9.5 (9.490) out of 10, based on 15 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Somerleigh Court Nursing Home has 43 reviews.
My wife has advanced Alzheimer's disease. She has been at Somerleigh for 18 months following the closure of her previous home by CQC. The rooms are light and airy. The temperature is well regulated. The staff are always helpful, the proportion of agency staff has decreased with good effort.
My wife has advanced Alzheimer's disease. She has been at Somerleigh for 18 months following the closure of her previous home by CQC. The rooms are light and airy. The temperature is well regulated. The staff are always helpful, the proportion of agency staff has decreased with good effort.
The care managers were absolutely fantastic, I cannot fault their understanding and empathy about my dad's situation. Sadly...
Thank you to you all at Somerleigh Court, all the carers and nurses and management staff, you should all be very proud and I would be happy to recommend Somerleigh Court to everyone who has a loved one that needs nursing care.
My mother was treated with great care and dignity at the end of her life at Somerleigh Court. I have nothing but the highest praise for the standards of professionalism and care the staff displayed to my mother who suffered from advanced dementia. I was able to visit my mother at all times and...
My mother was treated with great care and dignity at the end of her life at Somerleigh Court. I have nothing but the highest praise for the standards of professionalism and care the staff displayed to my mother who suffered from advanced dementia. I was able to visit my mother at all times and always felt she was being kindly cared for in a safe and clean environment. Thank you.
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Mark Grundonner has dedicated his professional life to caring for others, having been a nurse since leaving school. Throughout his career, he has...
Mark Grundonner has dedicated his professional life to caring for others, having been a nurse since leaving school. Throughout his career, he has worked in a variety of nursing roles before discovering that his true passion lay in supporting older people.
Six years ago, Mark moved into the care industry, where he has gained extensive experience in running a care home. He approaches his role at Somerleigh Court with passion, commitment and a genuine desire to make a positive difference to the lives of residents and their families.
Mark believes that creating a strong, supportive team is at the heart of providing exceptional care. He is passionate about building a warm, welcoming home environment where residents feel valued, respected and part of the Somerleigh Court family.
With a particular interest in dementia and palliative care, Mark understands the importance of providing compassionate, personalised care that promotes dignity, comfort and respect at every stage of life. He is committed to ensuring that residents and their families receive the highest possible standard of care, support and understanding.
For Mark, being a Home Manager is about much more than running a care home – it is about building a community where residents feel safe, cared for and truly at home.
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