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Fernhill

122 Ringwood Road, Longham, Ferndown, Dorset BH22 9AW
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Mum is always treated well. All the staff are kind and friendlyFiona W(Daughter of Resident/Service User)
Fernhill, Ferndown
Without exception the staff are kind, friendly and understand the dementia journeyRos P(Daughter of Resident/Service User)
Fernhill, Ferndown
Fernhill, Ferndown

Designed exclusively for people living with dementia, Fernhill offers specialist care within an environment thoughtfully planned to help residents navigate daily life with greater ease while encouraging independence wherever possible.

Life at Fernhill is centred around smaller household communities, allowing residents to build meaningful relationships and enjoy a calm, supportive pace each day. Familiar spaces, sensory gardens and carefully designed surroundings provide reassurance, while themed areas throughout the home encourage reminiscence,... 

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Care Provided by Fernhill

Primary Care Categories

  • Older Person Care
  • Dementia

Length of Stay

  • Permanent Care
  • Respite Care

Care Types Provided

  • Residential Care
  • Nursing Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Dementia Nursing Care
  • For a maximum of 58 Service Users

Dementia Care Types

  • Mild Dementia
  • Moderate Dementia
  • Advanced/Complex Dementia

Other Care Provided

  • Palliative / End of Life Care
  • Convalescent Care
  • Day Care

Facilities

  • Own Furniture if required
  • Smoking not permitted
  • Close to Local shops
  • Near Public Transport
  • Minibus or other transport
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair Access
  • Gardens
  • Bar/Café
  • Residents Kitchenette
  • Phone Point in own room
  • Television point in own room
  • Residents Internet Access

Funding & Fees

Weekly Charges per Person

Type of carePermanentRespite
Residential Dementia CareFrom £1,792From £1,792

Contact Fernhill 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

Person in charge

  • Lorraine Bell (Home Manager)

Local Authority / Social Services

Admission Information

  • Mixed (no single-gender units)
  • Ages 65+

Care Home Design/Build

  • Purpose Built: Yes
  • Last Refurbishment: 2012

Room Information

  • Single Rooms (58)
  • Single Rooms with ensuite Wet Room (58)

Visiting

  • There are no specific visiting hours at Fernhill; all that is asked is you let the home know you are in the building by signing in on the iPad in Reception. If you are visiting outside of Reception hours, ring the bell and a member of the team will assist you.

Parking

  • Parking is available on site at Fernhill, and all visitor parking is clearly marked. When coming to view the home, please get in touch and a space can be reserved.

Fernhill Reviews (110)

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Fernhill has a Review Score of 9.9 (9.948) out of 10, based on 19 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time Fernhill has 110 reviews.

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Review from Jackie A (Daughter of Resident) published on 2 September 2026 Submitted via Website•
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Review from L C (Daughter of Resident) published on 24 July 2026 Submitted via Website•
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Review from Shirley W (Daughter of Resident) published on 22 June 2026 Submitted via Website•
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Review from Sue T (Wife of Resident) published on 17 June 2026 Submitted via Website•
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Review from Ian D (Son of Resident) published on 19 May 2026 Submitted via Website•
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Review from A R (Daughter of Resident) published on 12 May 2026 Submitted via Website•
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Review from Suzanne C (Daughter of Resident) published on 22 April 2026 Submitted via Website•
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Review from Damaris E (Wife of Resident) published on 16 April 2026 Submitted via Postal Card•
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Review from Nigel C (Husband of Resident) published on 15 April 2026 Submitted via Postal Card•
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Review from Janet S (Sister of Resident) published on 5 March 2026 Submitted via Website•
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Review from Peter H (Husband of Resident) published on 19 January 2026 Submitted via Postal Card•
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Review from Gaby H (Daughter of Resident) published on 13 January 2026 Submitted via Postal Card•
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Review from Nick P (Son of Resident) published on 17 November 2025 Submitted via Website•
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Review from Alison A (Daughter of Resident) published on 22 August 2025 Submitted via Website•
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Review from Christina S (Daughter of Resident) published on 15 August 2025 Submitted via Website•
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Review from Linda S (Daughter of Resident) published on 15 April 2025 Submitted via Website•
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Review from S V (Daughter of Resident) published on 19 February 2025 Submitted via Website•
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Review from Sally W (Mother of Resident) published on 13 December 2024 Submitted via Postal Card•
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Review from P D (Wife of Resident) published on 11 September 2024 Submitted via Postal Card•
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Regulatory Rating

Care Quality Commission (CQC) Rating

Date: 31 October 2019
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  • CaringOutstanding
  • EffectiveGood
  • ResponsiveOutstanding
  • SafeGood
  • Well-ledOutstanding
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Bed Vacancies

Please contact us for latest vacancies.

News (4) & Events (0)

News
  • 09 Jul 2026

    More than 35 managers in various roles have participated in Colten Care’s third-level ‘Excel’ Leadership & Management Course in the past 18 months to two years. They include the group’s...

  • 18 Feb 2025

    A Strictly-style ballroom dance competition supported Colten Care has raised more than £80,000 for a Dorset-based palliative care charity. Forest Holme Hospice’s Strictly Extravaganza, which had headline sponsorship from Colten...

  • 18 Feb 2025

    Colten Care has trained 32 team members as Mental Health First Aiders (MHFAs) to help colleagues maintain and improve their work-life balance. Colten Care has prioritised the training as part...

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Awards / Recognitions (11)

  • 30 Jan 2026Recipient: Colten Care Ltd
  • 31 Jan 2025Recipient: Colten Care Ltd
  • 31 Jan 2024Recipient: Colten Care Ltd

Accreditations

There are no accreditations posted yet for Fernhill.

Meet the Team (2)

Lorraine Bell
Lorraine BellJob Title Home Manager

Lorraine leads the team and is ultimately responsible for every aspect of life in the home, ensuring the highest standards of care and service are delivered. Her door is always open if you have any questions or queries.

Lexi Gibson
Lexi GibsonJob Title Clinical Lead

Lexi is responsible for leading the team of registered nurses and carers to meet the individual needs of the resident, through the delivery of consistently high levels of clinical care.

Frequently Asked Questions about Fernhill

What types of Care is Fernhill registered for?

Older Person Care, Dementia are the registered (by the Care Quality Commission) categories of Care.

How many Rooms does Fernhill have?

There are 58 Single Rooms.

What are the Facilities & Services at Fernhill?

Own Furniture if required, Smoking not permitted, Close to Local shops, Near Public Transport, Minibus or other transport, Lift, Wheelchair Access, Gardens, Bar/Café, Residents Kitchenette, Phone Point in own room, Television point in own room, Residents Internet Access are some of the Facilities & Services.

How far is Fernhill to the centre of Ferndown?

1.8 mile(s) as the crow flies, distance by road may be significantly further.

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