
The catering was exceptional.Helen B(Niece of Resident/Service User)

They treat all the residents with kindness, compassion and respect.A C(Daughter of Resident/Service User)

every step of the way was perfect in every way.Nicholas D(Son of Resident/Service User)

The catering was exceptional.Helen B(Niece of Resident/Service User)

They treat all the residents with kindness, compassion and respect.A C(Daughter of Resident/Service User)

every step of the way was perfect in every way.Nicholas D(Son of Resident/Service User)

Drumconner Care Home (with Nursing) is an attractive period house, set in prize-winning gardens within walking distance of Westbourne and the sea. There are 10 brand new luxurious bedrooms, with overhead hoists, electric profiling beds, seating areas, and ‘wet’ rooms with shower facilities. They offer a very high standard of care to both elderly and younger clients, for both permanent, convalescent and respite care.
Drumconner has an outstanding reputation within...
Care Provided by Drumconner Home Bournemouth
Primary Care Categories
- Older Person Care
- Dementia
- Physical Disability
Length of Stay
- Permanent Care
- Respite Care
Care Types Provided
- Residential Care
- Nursing Care
- Dementia Residential Care
- Dementia Nursing Care
- For a maximum of 37 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
Other Care Provided
- Parkinson's Disease
- Stroke
- Palliative / End of Life Care
- COPD/Pulmonary Disease
- Convalescent Care
- Acquired Brain Injury (ABI)
Facilities
- Smoking not permitted
- Close to Local shops
- Near Public Transport
- Minibus or other transport
- Lift
- Stairlift
- Wheelchair Access
- Gardens
- 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 Drumconner Home Bournemouth for full pricing details and T&Cs.
Contact Drumconner Home Bournemouth 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
- Drumconner Ltd
- Private Owned
Person in charge
- Hannah Guyan (General Manager)
Local Authority / Social Services
Admission Information
- Mixed (no single-gender units)
- Ages 65+
Care Home Design/Build
- Purpose Built: No
- Last Refurbishment: 2026
- Number of floors: 3
Room Information
- Single Rooms (33)
- Couples/Companion Rooms (2)
- Single Rooms with ensuite Wet Room (27)
- Couples/Companion Rooms with ensuite Wet Room (2)
Visiting
- Open hours of visiting
Parking
- Car Parking on site
Drumconner Home Bournemouth Reviews (36)
Drumconner Home Bournemouth has a Review Score of 9.6 (9.586) out of 10, based on 10 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Drumconner Home Bournemouth has 36 reviews.
My friend was made to feel at home as soon as she entered Drumconner. She was very anxious and confused but was quickly put at ease by the wonderful caring staff. From the reception staff to the nursing staff to the exceptional carers, everything was done to make my friend comfortable and welcome. The care she receives everyday is exceptional and has made her a much happier person. Her room was warm, homely, modern and very clean. I would have no hesitation in recommending Drumconner for exceptional nursing care.
from (friend of resident)
Thank you for your kind review. We are delighted to hear that your friend felt welcomed, comfortable and well cared for at Drumconner. Your lovely comments about our team mean a great deal to us.
I am incredibly grateful for the care and compassion shown to my brother during his stay at Drumconner. From the very beginning, the staff made both him and our family feel welcome. It was clear that they genuinely care about the wellbeing of their residents, not just physically but emotionally as well.
The nurses and caregivers were attentive, patient, and consistently kind, taking the time to get to know my brother as an individual. They treated him with dignity at all times, which meant a great deal to us. Communication was also excellent-staff kept us informed at all times.
The nursing home was clean, comfortable, and well-maintained, and his bedroom was light and airy.
Activities were thoughtfully organized, helping residents stay engaged and connected.
Knowing my brother was in such capable and compassionate hands gave our family real peace of mind. I would not hesitate to recommend Drumconner
We know that she is in the best place to have her needs cared for and nothing is too much trouble.
We cannot recommend Drumconner highly enough if you are looking for somewhere for a member of your family.
We are so happy that our step-mother is being cared for at Drumconner. She considers it her home & the staff are making her time there as good as it can be. The staff are excellent at responding to any issues she has. The management of the care home is also excellent with a drive for continuous improvement & a quick response to any issues raised. We feel fully informed & involved which puts our minds at ease.
My mum was fast tracked and on arrival at Drumconner we were greeted at the door and given a very warm reception. mum was shown around the home and introduced to the staff on duty and encouraged to use all facilities. The service mum has received has been flawless and five star always attentive, showing compassion and empathy towards her. mum has built up great relationships with the staff and feels very safe and valued. it warms our hearts to see mum building friendships and smiling again. A special thank you to you all for providing a safe loving caring environment for mum.
My brother has been at Drumconner for a year. He has Huntington's Disease. The staff are lovely and treat him with care and respect. He is well looked after and enjoys the activities they have at the home. They understand the complex needs of an HD patient and are always willing to communicate with family if there are ever any concerns.
Drumconner has given us peace of mind, knowing mum is being well looked after by professionals. Thank you for giving her such a happy, caring home in the final stage of her life.
Thank you for your kind words. We're glad your mother feels cared for and comfortable at Drumconner. It's wonderful to hear she's enjoying the activities and the care from our team. We're honoured to support you and your family during this time.Warm regards
Their receptionist is fantastic always greeting with a smile and hello and always happy to assist and keeps families updated via emails regarding activities and events and other relevant matters.
The home has an online care plan which allows us to view how our relative is on a day to day basis.
The kitchen/dining areas are clean and there is a great choice of meals.
The nurses are great at relaying any changes to my mothers health or care needs and act swiftly if any intervention is required.
The home is beautifully kept and clean and staff that maintain the building including laundry service cleaning work hard. The gardens and access to are well kept which is great for taking my mother outside.
As my son needs a lot of calories to maintain his weight, l feel the portion size could be better. On occasion l have sent it back to the kitchen and asked for more. Also l sometimes do not know what the meat is. The pudding is nearly always the same.
My mother was admitted to this amazing Nursing Home from hospital for "End of Life Care" at the beginning of June and passed away peacefully on 5th July. Although it was a relatively short stay the care she recieved was the best anybody could ask for. From the manager , Nursing staff , Care Staff , Reception , everyone was amazing. This place is a credit to the Care profession, outstanding . Thank you all.
Thank you so much for your kind words during such a difficult time. We are truly sorry for your loss and send our deepest condolences to you and your family.It means a great deal to know that your mother felt safe, comfortable and well cared for during her time with us. We're honoured to have been...
My father moved into Drumconner Bournemouth three years ago. From the onset, he has had exceptional outstanding care! As a former healthcare professional myself, I found it extremely difficult to find somewhere that would meet my father’s needs. He has complex communication issues and needs a lot of support. Drumconner has been a fantastic place for us as a family and my dad's needs. It has allowed us all to live our lives, knowing he is taken care of in such a wonderful way and the home can communicate with him just as I do. He and I are involved in all aspects of his care. Not only do they support my father, they support me as well which has been a godsend since my mother died. The home is run by a very supportive manager and senior nursing team. The food here is absolutely world-class with local meat coming from the butcher and cheeses coming from the local pantry in the village. Thank you for such wonderful care and service.
The staff at Drumconner are friendly and caring people. Whenever aunty is unwell or they have concerns I am informed and kept up to date. There is plenty for the residents to do to keep them occupied at all times with singers, flower arranging and games to be played. Also shopping trips in small groups. My aunt is in an electric wheelchair so when we take her out she is dropped off and picked up in their minibus. We wouldn't want her to be anywhere else. The care is superb, the best.
My son has been there since January and it's the best move he's ever had. The staff are amazing, he is so well looked after and cared for. We feel it's safe for him being there. From management down to domestic staff they are all so friendly and helpful and nothing is too much trouble. Couldn't recommend this care home enough.
We were lucky enough to have been able to get my father-in-law transferred from another nursing home in a different part of the country to Drumconner for palliative care. We can not thank the general manager and her team enough for all that they did for him during the five weeks he was there. The day that we arrived with him, the general manager and some of her team all came to say hello to him whilst we sat in the lounge with a cup of tea and cake. They made him feel so welcome and they did everything that they could for him to make his time there as comfortable as possible. During our visits with him we were lucky enough to meet a lot of the staff and I can honestly say that they genuinely love what they do and that comes across when you see the care that they give all of the residents. I know that he was so happy that he was there and so were we. Thank you General Manager and your amazing team, we are eternally grateful to you all for looking after him like you did. You are all truly very special people.
My husband spent two weeks respite care in Drumconner. He settled happily in the cheerful atmosphere with extremely helpful staff. He had several problems when he arrived and all were dealt with in a professional manner by experienced staff. I visited daily and was always greeted in a friendly manner and kept informed of the treatment my husband was given, which was a great help to me when he came home after a very pleasant stay at Drumconner.
My grandfather died with dignity in a safe, peaceful and loving environment. My family will be forever grateful to the manager and her wonderful team for their support during his time at Drumconner.
My father moved into this care home in August following the death of my mother. The staff are so very kind and willing to help and please. As a trained nurse myself, I am very conscientious about the levels of care provided and I can honestly say I am very pleased with everything. The home has recently had a new manager, I can say first hand both old and new were brilliant and very supportive to us and in particular my father. My father has complex communication needs, the staff engage with him and he feels very comfortable getting his point across. My father absolutely loves the food and he is very fond of the staff as am I. I feel very involved in my father’s care and I can certainly say his care is centred around his needs and wishes. We had a break in the activity and entertainment schedule but I’m glad to say this is back on full track now. The manager seems to have everything in control. Thank you.
Staff friendly and supportive.
My husband looked good, is happy at Drumconner and I feel calm and reassured not having been able to see my husband for a year. Does not have the look and feel of an 'institution'.
The staff at Drumconner have provided the very highest quality of care for my friend over the past three and a half years. During the last year, which must have been the toughest ever on staff due to the pressures of the pandemic, the dedication and kindness of the time staff members has continued to be truly outstanding. Every member of staff I have met, whatever their role, has been helpful, friendly, kind and caring, not only to the residents but to visitors as well. In fact, everyone is made to feel valued and very welcome. My friend has been extremely happy at Drumconner and for his friends and family members having him in a welcoming, friendly, and safe environment with superb care has been very reassuring indeed. I can most definitely say that my friends, and my own experience, at Drumconner has been extremely positive and outstanding.
Thank you for the kind words about our staff, it means a lot to us when we receive great feedback and I will make sure this is shared with all the team. All the best - Drumconner.
Regulatory Rating
Care Quality Commission (CQC) Rating
Date: 07 January 2025Good
- CaringGood
- EffectiveGood
- ResponsiveOutstanding
- SafeGood
- Well-ledGood
Inspection ratings
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- 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.
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Awards / Recognitions (1)
- 22 Sep 2012Recipient: Drumconner Home Bournemouth
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Meet the Team (1)

Hannah has worked in the industry for over 10 years now and for the last 8 as a Matron/Manager, she is a fully qualified nurse and completed her training 12 years ago. Her passion is for the elderly and delivering person centred care, the ability to listen and deliver what is important to the residents is her mission statement.
Frequently Asked Questions about Drumconner Home Bournemouth
What types of Care is Drumconner Home Bournemouth registered for?
Older Person Care, Dementia, Physical Disability are the registered (by the Care Quality Commission) categories of Care.
How many Rooms does Drumconner Home Bournemouth have?
There are 33 Single Rooms and 2 Couples/Companion Rooms.
What are the Facilities & Services at Drumconner Home Bournemouth?
Smoking not permitted, Close to Local shops, Near Public Transport, Minibus or other transport, Lift, Stairlift, Wheelchair Access, Gardens, Phone Point in own room, Television point in own room, Residents Internet Access are some of the Facilities & Services.
How far is Drumconner Home Bournemouth to the centre of Bournemouth?
0.7 mile(s) as the crow flies, distance by road may be significantly further.
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