
The staff have been excellent and caring for Mum.T S(Son of Resident/Service User)

The home provides lovely food and a good entertainment programme.Teresa P(Daughter of Resident/Service User)

Have found all staff so polite and helpful in every way possible.J C(Resident / Service User)

The staff have been excellent and caring for Mum.T S(Son of Resident/Service User)

The home provides lovely food and a good entertainment programme.Teresa P(Daughter of Resident/Service User)

Have found all staff so polite and helpful in every way possible.J C(Resident / Service User)

This care home is proud to be able to display an Outstanding CQC rating (November 2023).
The Links is in the lovely village setting of Broadstone, close to local amenities and within easy reach of Dorset’s beautiful beaches and countryside. The Links offers residential, nursing, respite, post-operative, palliative and dementia care.
Pre-bookable short stays are also offered for people to rest, relax and recover, maybe post op or whilst family or...
Care Provided by The Links Care Home
Primary Care Categories
- Older Person Care
- Dementia
- Physical Disability
- Visual / Hearing Impairment
Length of Stay
- Permanent Care
- Respite Care
Care Types Provided
- Residential Care
- Nursing Care
- Dementia Residential Care
- Dementia Nursing Care
- For a maximum of 68 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
- Advanced/Complex Dementia
Other Care Provided
- Parkinson's Disease
- Stroke
- Palliative / End of Life Care
- Convalescent Care
- Acquired Brain Injury (ABI)
- Day Care
Facilities
- Own Furniture if required
- 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
Pricing is subject to an assessment of care needs and the room chosen. There’s no need for your loved one to have Bupa health insurance, our Care Home is open to everyone. Please contact us for more information.
The price(s) shown are provided by the care home. Contact The Links Care Home for full pricing details and T&Cs.
Contact The Links Care 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
- Bupa Care Homes
- Private Owned
Person in charge
- Denise Arthur-Briskham(General Manager)
Local Authority / Social Services
Admission Information
- Ages 65+
Care Home Design/Build
- Purpose Built: Yes
Room Information
- Single Rooms (64)
- Couples/Companion Rooms (2)
- Single Rooms with ensuite Wet Room (64)
The Links Care Home Reviews (138)
The Links Care Home has a Review Score of 9.8 (9.776) out of 10, based on 29 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time The Links Care Home has 138 reviews.
From the moment of my first visit I was impressed. I knew I had to transfer my brother here from a care home up north. The communication and assistance to complete this transfer was excellent. All the staff here are friendly, considerate, polite and mainly treat my brother as a human being worthy of dignity and care. Nothing is too much trouble. I am blown away with the level of care. Thank you everyone.
It's always encouraging to read reviews like this. We are delighted to hear that our team have made a difference to your family's experience. Your comments are a testament to the dedication of everyone in the home.
My stepfather's needs and daily nursing care is provided for at the highest level here at The Links thanks to their friendly, conscientious and approachable team of staff. You are all most gratefully appreciated; from the reception staff, caretakers, manager, catering, cleaners, carers and nursing staff. Thank you.
Thank you for your wonderful feedback. We are delighted to hear that your stepfather is receiving such high-quality care and support from the team at The Links. It means so much to know that the dedication, compassion and professionalism of our staff have made a positive difference to your family's...
My friend is happy in The Links. Staff are amazing - food is great. Range of activities is wonderful.
We appreciate you sharing your experience with our home. We are pleased to hear that your Friend is happy at The Links. It is wonderful to hear that you are impressed with the food and activities provided. We're committed to making every day as positive and comfortable as possible for your Friend.
The Links manager and staff have always been friendly, helpful and professional from the first visit, through wife's death and settling into home and finally David's death in Decemeber. Our wishes and requests were acted on quickly and sensitively. David settled well and was always grateful for such a nice place to live. Friends and family always felt welcomed for visits anytime. David was encouraged to join in with activities and had some fun times both in the home and on outings. Thank you all at The Links for everything you did.
We appreciate you taking the time to write this during what must be a very difficult time. Providing peace of mind for families is one of our top priorities, so your words mean a lot. We are saddened to hear about your loss but we hope you go away from this experience feeling as though your loved one has received the best possible care.
My mother was a resident at the Bupa The Links Care Home for 3 years until her death. She received very good care, and the staff were all very caring and supportive during her final years. Mum truly appreciated the lovely staff, and felt safe and relaxed. The staff were also very supportive of our family. The staff have our gratitude.
Thank you for taking the time to leave this lovely review for The Links. We are so pleased to hear that you have felt supported over the years by the care and attention that the staff have provided. We are saddened to hear about your loss but we hope you go away from this experience feeling as though your loved one has received the best possible care.
Everyday there are great activities/entertainment at 2pm following lunch. The food is very good indeed too.
It's 5 Stars from me!!!
We're so grateful that you've taken the time to share your thoughts. We cannot ask for much better than a 5 star review! We are so pleased to hear that your mother has settled in with us and has been enjoying life at The Links for so long. Your comments are truly a testament to the staff who work...
Links staff worked hard to assess the elements of her care needs and involved the family in working in her needs.
Myself and our two daughters have attended Links at least five times a week and have when necessary brought her changing needs to their attention and which they have always responded to.
Thank you for taking the time to leave this review. Finding the right home for your loved one can be a difficult process, but we are pleased to hear that your loved one has been living comfortably with us for so long. We work hard to continuously monitor and respond to our resident's changing needs. Please do not hesitate to reach out if there is anything more we can do.
Everyone is so happy and helpful at The Links. My nan has been so happy and restful since she has been living at The Links and has settled in very well.
We appreciate you taking the time to leave your review. We are so pleased to hear that your nan has settled in comfortably with us at the Links. Our main priority is providing our residents with the best care possible. We look forward to seeing you again.
The staff, especially in reception, are kind and friendly. They always greet you with a smile and do their best to make our visits a very happy occasion.
Thank you for your feedback. We are so pleased to hear that you find the staff friendly and welcoming- that is exactly what we aim for. We want to make visiting the home a pleasant experience for all and we are pleased that you feel so welcomed. We look forward to seeing you again.
Husband settled well into home environment. Staff have been very supportive to both of us. Very willing to listen and act upon any concerns we have.
Thank you for taking the time to leave your review. We are so pleased to hear that your husband has settled in well with us. Our team is always here to help and listen to your concerns. We look forward to making some happy memories with you and your loved one.
We've always found all the staff extremely helpful and friendly and very supportive to my mums needs. Although my mum doesn't get involved, there are plenty of varied activities going on most days. The food menu provides plenty of choice and if there is nothing on the menu that my mum likes the chef can provide a variety of other options.
Thank you for your kind words. We take pride in creating a caring environment, and it's lovely to hear that reflected in your comments. We're pleased to know the meals are hitting the mark! Our catering team always aims to provide variety, comfort and quality. Please don't hesitate to reach out if there's anything more we can do.
Mum seems alot happier and contentent since she has been living here.
The staff and management and all very experienced and always happy and willing to go the extra mile.
The home is alway clean abd tidy and feels very homely too.
I would not hassitate to recommend this home to anyone.
We're so grateful that you've taken the time to share your thoughts. We are pleased to hear that your Mum is happy and comfortable at The Links Care Home. It's lovely to know that you feel reassured that your Mum is safe and well looked after. We're committed to continuing to support you and your family in every way we can.
My wife has alzheimers dementia and goes to The Links weekly for day care. All the staff including admin staff welcome her by name and she responds to them. She is always happy to be there and when I collect her in the evening she usually seems content.
Thank you for taking the time to leave your kind words. We are very happy to hear you can feel at ease with your wife in our care during their day care visits. We hope to continue providing your wife with the best possible care and we look forward to seeing you again soon.
My dad has been living at The Links for a year now and he has been very well cared for. Everyone at The Links has played their part in making him feel comfortable, settled and safe. He is always treated with dignity & patience. All staff take time to chat with him including housekeeping, maintenance and catering staff. He really enjoys the programme of social activities - there is always something happening each day, including music, entertainment. He really enjoys the keep fit sessions. Thanks to two members of staff in particular's efforts he has been able to go on some of the outings in the local area. A recent highlight was a boat trip and the harbour in a wheelchair friendly boat. Incredible was how he described it. Many thanks xxx
Thank you for taking the time to leave your lovely review. We are very happy to hear you can feel at ease with your Dad in our care and we hope The Links care home did everything possible to make the transition as easy as possible. It is always nice to hear words like "dignity and patience" being...
All the carers and nursing staff know my name, and recently, the activities team helped provide mum with a 90th birthday party.
Photos go on their social media page so my sister, who lives far away, can be part of mum's life still
We appreciate you taking the time to leave us your comments. We are very happy to hear you can feel at ease with your Mum in our care. It is lovely to hear that home helped with Mum's birthday party. We hope to continue providing your Mum with the best possible care.
All I can say is exceptional in everything that they do.
We appreciate you taking the time to leave us your comments. It is always nice to hear from family members feeling like their loved one is cared for and looked after. We hope to continue providing your loved one with the best possible care.
I visited my husband for six months. All the staff were most kind, caring and helpful at all times. The nursing staff and carers treated him with the utmost respect and kindness. My family and I are most grateful for their every thoughtfulness and caring.
Thank you for your kind words. It is always wonderful to hear words like "Kind" and "Caring" being used to describe our staff and it is always brilliant to hear from family members feeling like their loved one is cared for and looked after. Hopefully you will go away from this feeling like your loved one received the best possible care.
My husband had a 3 week respite stay while our daughter, who helps us, had a 3 week holiday in Australia and I had a break at home. He was reluctant at first as it was 'the unknown' but soon settled and was very well looked after by caring and professional staff. I was happy to know he was safe and would certainly call on them again if I needed to.
Thank you for your lovely review. We are very happy to hear you can feel at ease with your husband in our care. Thank you for choosing The Links Care home for your Husband's stay.
My brother was admitted to The Links Care Home for palliative and end- of- life care. His stay was short, but during his time there we visited him every day, where we found the staff to be excellent, always on hand to answer our questions and to give my brother the best possible care.
We appreciate you taking the time to leave us your comments. We are saddened to hear about your loss of your brother. Hopefully you will go away from this feeling like your loved one received the best possible care at The Links care home.
Mum moved to The Links four and a half years ago during the first COVID lockdown. She suffered from dementia and at first found it hard to settle but with the help and care of the staff she adapted well to her new home. She joined in the many activities provided and all of the staff were kind and caring towards her. They managed her condition well through the different stages and it was always a comfort to see Mum with a smile on her face and having a giggle. I can't thank The Links enough for looking after Mum through those difficult years and for their care and compassion up to and during her passing.
We really appreciate you taking the time to leave us your lovely comments. We are saddened to hear about your loss. It is always nice to hear words like "Kind" and "Caring" being used to describe the staff and our care. Hopefully you will go away from this feeling like your Mum received the best possible care at The Links.
Regulatory Rating
Care Quality Commission (CQC) Rating
Date: 03 November 2023Outstanding
- CaringGood
- EffectiveGood
- ResponsiveOutstanding
- SafeGood
- Well-ledOutstanding
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
1 Bed Vacancy
Posted: 06 July 2026Spacious rooms available for short or long term residential, nursing or dementia care.Every bedroom has been thoughtfully decorated to create a warm and homely atmosphere and come with a flat screen TV and en-suite shower room.
News (1) & Events (0)
- 06 Feb 2025
This week, popular fitness TikTok influencer, Bailey Greetham, visited two Poole-based Bupa Care Homes, to get residents moving. Residents at The Links and The Lindsay Bupa Care Homes, welcomed Bailey...
There are no upcoming events for The Links Care Home.
Awards / Recognitions (9)
- 30 Jan 2026Recipient: Bupa Care Homes
- 31 Jan 2025Recipient: Bupa Care Homes
- 28 Feb 2023Recipient: Bupa Care Homes
Accreditations
There are no accreditations posted yet for The Links Care Home.
Meet the Team (1)

Sebastian grew up in Poland, where he qualified as a chef as well as in hotel and tourism management and worked in sales for his family business. He moved to Dorset in 2002 and worked in a number of hotels and restaurants, gaining catering skills to Rosette standard! Sebastian joined The Links in February 2017, with great experience in catering for functions and events as well as high numbers. Sebastian ensures all individual dietary wishes and needs are met, and that meals are high quality, nutritious and beautifully presented. He has a young family and has a keen interest in sports and scuba diving.
Frequently Asked Questions about The Links Care Home
What types of Care is The Links Care Home registered for?
Older Person Care, Dementia, Physical Disability, Visual / Hearing Impairment are the registered (by the Care Quality Commission) categories of Care.
How many Rooms does The Links Care Home have?
There are 64 Single Rooms and 2 Couples/Companion Rooms.
What are the Facilities & Services at The Links Care Home?
Own Furniture if required, 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 The Links Care Home to the centre of Broadstone?
0.4 mile(s) as the crow flies, distance by road may be significantly further.
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