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Based in a quiet village near Weymouth, the home is located in a quiet leafy area but has excellent links to shops and local amenities.
Housed within a 19th century period house, it has been specially adapted to provide the highest quality nursing care for its residents....
Care Provided by Fairfield House
Primary Care Categories
- Older Person Care
- Dementia
- Learning Disability / Autism
- Mental Health Condition
- 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 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
- Moderate Dementia
- Advanced/Complex Dementia
Other Care Provided
- Parkinson's Disease
- Stroke
- Palliative / End of Life Care
- COPD/Pulmonary Disease
- Bariatric Care/Obesity
Facilities
- Own Furniture if required
- Close to Local shops
- Near Public Transport
- Minibus or other transport
- Lift
- Wheelchair Access
- Gardens
- Residents Kitchenette
- Phone Point in own room
- Television point in own room
- Residents Internet Access
Funding & Fees
Weekly Charges per Person
All fees are based on each individual persons needs.
The price(s) shown are provided by the care home. Contact Fairfield House for full pricing details and T&Cs.
Contact Fairfield 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)
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
Owner
- Fairfield Care (West Dorset) Ltd
- Private Owned
Person in charge
- Sharon Hill (Registered Manager)
Local Authority / Social Services
Admission Information
- Ages 65+
Care Home Design/Build
- Purpose Built: No
- Last Refurbishment: 2022
- Number of floors: 2
Room Information
- Single Rooms (37)
- Single Rooms with ensuite Wet Room (13)
Visiting
- Flexible visiting.
Parking
- Offer onsite parking
Fairfield House Reviews (59)
Fairfield House has a Review Score of 9.7 (9.674) out of 10, based on 14 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Fairfield House has 59 reviews.
Before mum moved to Fairfield House in Chickerell, Weymouth, we were invited to have a look around to see if it was the right place for her.
I cannot rate Fairfield House highly enough and we were impressed with what we saw.
My mother was resident there in end of life care for just 2 weeks. During that time, mum was well looked after as was anyone visiting her. Dad was also welcome to have his meals there if he wanted.
Moving to Fairfield House from hospital seemed to give mum a boost and she was very happy there even though it was for a short time.
There are lots of day to day activities going on, there is a lovely garden with chicken and geese and pets are also allowed on site.
The facilities were always spotlessly clean and nothing was too much trouble for the staff from the laundry to the chefs, from the activities co-ordinator to the nursing staff.
The compassion showed to us when mum passed away was exceptional and we were able to stay with her for as long as we wanted
we do take a great deal of pride in all we do, when a new resident is admitted to the home it is not only about us caring for the person that requires care but also supporting family and friends as they...
The facilities are modern, clean and work as intended. The carers show such genuine warmth and care for the residents - way beyond anything we experienced in any of the other settings my Mum was in - and the standard of care is very, very high.
The manager, deputy manager & clinical lead have a wealth of experience, knowledge and wisdom. My Mum was in a difficult situation with complex needs, and they constantly assessed, reassessed and adapted as her situation changed ensuring she was best looked after at all times. They were in regular contact with all external services (Weldmar, GP, etc) and knew exactly who to contact from these and any other professionals. They did so efficiently, effectively, and were able to pass on that care to Mum.
As a family we were astonished by the level of support they were not only able to offer my Mum, but to us too, as a distressed family. We will never forget their kindness, wisdom, and expertise. Top of their game. Outstanding
We felt as a family extremely lucky to get our beloved sister/mother/grandmother a room at Fairfield for what we knew would be the last weeks of her life. I have nothing but praise for them all and especially some individuals who went beyond what we ever imagined. Their personal attention to us all was a huge help in what was such an incredibly sad and difficult time for us. I cannot thank them all enough -from the wonderful cleaners, cooks, carers, nurses, and managers- forgive me if I've left any staff members out- It takes a certain kind of person to be able to cope with this job and you've got the balance so right- so I simply have nothing but huge admiration and gratitude for you all. You were all caring, sensitive, efficient, and always professional- and made us able to cope better as we went through the great sadness and challenges we faced. My heartfelt thanks to you ALL.
at such a difficult time for you all it is so very important that not only do we care for a loved one but as a family it is paramount that we give families as much support as they need.
when caring for anyone...
It is a relief to know that at Fairfield, my dad is safe, happy and well cared for. The whole team is amazing and provides a lovely, friendly, homely atmosphere. Managers are easy to talk to and very supportive. Nursing and care staff are patient, kind and caring. Support staff are friendly and helpful, and happy to stop for a chat. My dad is very happy and settled at Fairfield.
we will share with the team it will mean a lot to them.
it is a pleasure caring for your dear dad.
My family and I were so relieved when mum was accepted for a place at Fairfield. We visited prior to her move from the hospital and were immediately impressed with the positive interactions between the staff and residents, and also the facilities. Mum has now been at Fairfield for five months and we are so happy with the care she receives, she is treated with dignity and her needs are met with compassion. There are regular planned activities, which mum enjoys, and a lovely garden for the residents to enjoy. The food is freshly cooked and well balanced. There is effective communication with the family; we are kept informed about any medical issues by the doctor who visits weekly, and any other issues are discussed with us by the managers or the nursing team. It is so good to know that mum is now in a safe environment, being cared for by friendly and attentive staff. I would highly recommend .
Thank you for your lovely review of our home, I will share your kind words with the team, it means a lot to us to have recognition for all our hard work. Your dear mum is joy to care for and we know that she gets a great deal of joy from all the outside activities. Feeling re-assured that your mum is in a safe and caring environment means such a lot to us all.
My Mum moved into Fairfield nearly 2 years ago. It was a difficult decision after trying several care homes in Dorset. They were not equipped to deal with my Mums needs. All changed when Fairfield was able to provide the best possible healthcare which she required. She has been given the care that she needs and all the staff makes the whole family feel very welcome, especially my Dad who visits everyday.
Thank you so much for your kind words, choosing a care home for a loved can be difficult and filled with lots of anxieties and emotions. we want to make the transition into our care as smooth as possible, we are not only going to be caring for a family member or friend but our aim is to care for...
She has had excellent nursing care and the carers here are have made her stay so much easier, being so respectful and kind, they always have a smile too.
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I could not have had better care for my brother-in law.All the staff were amazing,helpful & friendly.They obviously care about their patients & their needs.The accomodation is first class,clean,bright & homely.A big thank you to everyone at Fairfield
Such positive reviews are much appreciated by us all, I will make sure that I share your feedback with the team.
Dad has settled well into Fairfield and we remain really impressed by the high levels of care, the quality of the food and the cleaniness of his room.
I would not hesitate to recommend the Fairfield Care Home to those in search of an outstanding care provider.
it is a pleasure to care for your dear father and to support you all as a family.
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Thank you Sharon and the team!! Amazing job.
Our aim is to always care safely and give families the support they need by way of re-assurance while they are not here.
Mum moved into Fairfield at the end of May 25 after 2 months in hospital. As a family we immediately felt she would like Fairfield, be comfortable in her room and it met her nursing needs very well. From day 1 management and staff were so friendly with Mum and attentive to us as a family which we appreciated. It was obvious to us that she was happy there and was treated with dignity and compassion which is so important. Unfortunately and unexpectedly she became ill early in July 25 but was able to remain at Fairfield to be cared for and kept comfortable during her last few days until she died. Certainly our experience of Fairfield albeit brief was very positive and we say a big 'thank you' to all involved in her care.
What a lovely review and kind words, all of our team are dedicated to providing the right care at the right time.It was real pleasure to care for your dear mum albeit for a short time.I will be a pleasure to share with our amazing team your lovely words it will mean so much to them.
All staff both day and night were supportive and caring to both my dad and the family.
They always kept us informed on everything that was happening.
I would like to thank them for all they did and making my dad comfortable and giving us support throughout.
A great team and they should all be very proud of what they do.
Thank you so much for your lovely review.It was a great pleasure caring for your dear dad and all of you as a family.The care that we gave came from the heart and I know that when I share this review with the team it will make them feel special and proud of the care they provided.
My mother was looked after with care and compassion for 22 months and I was made very welcome whenever I visited.
Thank you for your kind review I will make sure that I share it with team, positive feedback is imperative to our staff and makes all they do worthwhile.
Mum has been at Fairfield for 4 months now, and every visit I find her happy and settled. I find the home clean, good food, and it looks like the staff work as a team and nothing is too much trouble.
The other nice thing I've noted is that all the staff sit with residents and talk and spend time with them.
Thank you for such kind words, it is an absolute pleasure caring for mum.
My grandma has been a resident at Fairfield for a while now. She seems happy and content. The staff are friendly and helpful. Grandma's room is lovely. It's in the new build part. We are always made to feel welcome when we visit.
I am so happy your grandma is happy and content at Fairfield. Thank you for your kind words.
This is a very lovely place the staff are just brilliant in every way. My wife is in here with dementia and is very well looked after and I know she is in great hands. When I leave her. You are always made welcome here. The managers are always there to help with any problems so that note 10/10.
Thank you for such kind words, it is a pleasure looking after your wife.
Very good care home. All staff are very caring and professional. My husband seems pretty happy and contented. He has only been in the care home for a couple of months but seems happy.
Thank you for your review and I am glad you husband has settled in well at Fairfield.
My dad stayed at Fairfield over the Christmas period, he was admitted for emergency respite. The home manager went above and beyond to facilitate Dad’s stay, at very short notice. Dad appeared very content and happy, the staff spent time talking to him and offering reassurance. The food smelt wonderful and Dad always appeared to clear his plate, I would highly recommend Fairfield the manager and her team.
Thank you for your lovely comments. It was a pleasure looking after your dad, he knew how to make the team smile.
Lovely home from home. Mum went to Fairfield for a week over Christmas and stayed in one of their new en-suite bedrooms. The staff were attentive welcoming and friendly - nothing was too much trouble for them and showed genuine respect for the elderly. Special mention of the experienced carers there and from the first day made mum feel welcomed, special and safe. The only downside for me was cosmetically in that the older part of the building on the ground floor lounge and dining area was tired with furniture well worn and both rooms in need of a total refurbishment which I understand is planned for this year. Other than that this home is a real find providing that friendly homely feel with high standards of cleanliness and care. It’s because of the superb staff who work there and who genuinely really care about their residents - you can sense the happy atmosphere when you first walk in which is important to live in that sort of environment to lift your day!
I appreciate your honesty regarding the older part of the building, we do have plans to totally refurbish the communal areas this year and upgrade the furniture. It was lovely for Mum to stay and have the opportunity to spend quality time with you over Christmas. I will forward your kind words to all the staff.
We had the need to use the wonderful services on offer, at Fairfield, during Christmas week 2023. My Dad has dementia and we needed a few days respite for him, the staff and management were incredible, both caring and understanding to our family and our father's needs, Dad was well cared for, comfortable and given privacy and was supported with anything he needed. The staff were friendly, we had great reports of the food and dad enjoyed the outside space for supervised fresh air, his room was comfortable, and had a homely aesthetic, a very nice and safe wet room and comfortable accommodation. From a family point of view, visiting was no trouble, staff were happy to escort us to him and very accommodating. The location was easy to find and on a main transport route, the home itself was impeccably clean and neat. If we need to use respite services again, we won't hesitate to use Fairfield. Thanks a million for supporting the family in our time of need and taking care of our Dad.
Thank you for such kind words, it was an absolute pleasure caring for your dad, I will ensure I share this review with the team.
Regulatory Rating
Care Quality Commission (CQC) Rating
Date: 03 April 2025Good
- CaringGood
- EffectiveGood
- ResponsiveGood
- SafeGood
- Well-ledGood
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.
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Awards / Recognitions (2)
- 05 Oct 2021Recipient: Fairfield House
- 28 Sep 2021Recipient: Fairfield House
Accreditations
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Meet the Team (1)

Claire is a qualified registered general nurse with more than 6 years’ experience within the NHS specialising in patients living with dementia. During this time she also specialised in supporting and assessing student nurses within their placements. Most of her time spent working within the care sector Claire gained experience in the provision of dignified dementia care by exhibiting genuine respect for the person, and understanding that they are all unique individuals in a distinctive situation. Before joining the team at Fairfield, she spent time working at the Weldmar hospice care inpatient unit specialising in individuals living with terminal illnesses, this helped expand her knowledge in palliative care and symptom control.
Frequently Asked Questions about Fairfield House
What types of Care is Fairfield House registered for?
Older Person Care, Dementia, Learning Disability / Autism, Mental Health Condition, Physical Disability, Visual / Hearing Impairment are the registered (by the Care Quality Commission) categories of Care.
How many Rooms does Fairfield House have?
There are 37 Single Rooms.
What are the Facilities & Services at Fairfield House?
Own Furniture if required, Close to Local shops, Near Public Transport, Minibus or other transport, Lift, Wheelchair Access, Gardens, Residents Kitchenette, Phone Point in own room, Television point in own room, Residents Internet Access are some of the Facilities & Services.
How far is Fairfield House to the centre of Weymouth?
2.0 mile(s) as the crow flies, distance by road may be significantly further.
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