
The care my Father has received at Fordingbridge Care Home has been fantasticKelly B(Daughter of Resident/Service User)



The care my Father has received at Fordingbridge Care Home has been fantasticKelly B(Daughter of Resident/Service User)



A modern, purpose-built dementia care home located just outside the centre of Fordingbridge, and easily accessible from nearby Ringwood, Salisbury, and surrounding areas.
Designed in conjunction with dementia care experts Sterling University, it embraces modern thinking in nursing care, environment, comfort, security and stimulation.
Care Provided by Fordingbridge Care Home
Primary Care Categories
- Older Person Care
- Dementia
- Physical Disability
- Younger Adults
Length of Stay
- Permanent Care
- Respite Care
Care Types Provided
- Dementia Residential Care
- Dementia Nursing Care
- For a maximum of 63 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
Facilities
- Own Furniture if required
- Pet Friendly (or by arrangement)
- 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
*these prices are only a guideline and are subject to an individual assessment and are excluding funded nursing care which we will apply for if your relative has nursing needs
The price(s) shown are provided by the care home. Contact Fordingbridge Care Home for full pricing details and T&Cs.
Contact Fordingbridge 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
- Allegra Care
- Private Owned
Person in charge
- Samantha Knowles(Home Manager)
Local Authority / Social Services
Admission Information
- Mixed (no single-gender units)
- Ages 50+
Care Home Design/Build
- Purpose Built: Yes
- Last Refurbishment: 2025
- Number of floors: 3
Room Information
- Single Rooms (63)
- Single Rooms with ensuite Wet Room (60)
Visiting
- There is no restriction on visiting but if you are planning on visiting early or late please let them know so that they can ensure your loved one is expecting you and ready for your visit
Parking
- Parking is available to the front of Fordingbridge Care Home and to the side.
Fordingbridge Care Home Reviews (24)
Fordingbridge Care Home has a Review Score of 8.7 (8.664) out of 10, based on 5 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Fordingbridge Care Home has 24 reviews.
I visited Mum every day, and all the staff were caring, friendly and made me feel part of their family.
I would not hesitate to recommend Fordingbridge Care Home. Mum hit the jackpot when she was discharged from hospital to continue her care there.
My colleagues in Fordingbridge are very caring, very warm. They genuinely care about all the residents and it makes the home a happy warm place to be. Thank you for entrusting us with the care of your Mum. My heartfelt condolences to you and your family. Best wishes, Helen
Fordingbridge Care Home is a very welcoming home that looks after all residents as equals. The staff are friendly and polite towards visitors and residents alike. They care for all the needs of residents be they care, assistance, medical, cleanliness and all aspects of quality of life of residents. They also care about family and on occasions have cared and comforted me. Highly commended!
Thank you for taking the time to provide us with your feedback. As the spouse of a resident, your perspective is valuable to us as we work continuously to improve our service and deliver caring, supportive service that looks after everyone!. Sam and the team will be delighted to read your comments, thank you very much, Helen
The care home at Fordingbridge is very good. Staff are friendly and always helpful. Any concerns are dealt with or needs.
My colleagues will be delighted to receive your compliments, thank you. Best wishes, Helen
This care home is highly recommended as the staff are extremely caring & efficient. Even more so since the recent changes of management. The atmosphere is jolly and makes for a very relaxed visit. Nothing is too much trouble. My friend is always clean and presentable, and no matter what he gets up to, he is treated with the utmost respect and dignity. For this, I am truly grateful.
Thank you for your feedback. My colleagues in Fordingbridge really appreciate the feedback and comments from friends and families of our Residents. I agree with you, they are extremely caring and efficient. It's a lovely home because of the great people living and working there. Best wishes, Helen
My grandmother has lived in 4 previous care homes prior to Fordingbridge Care Home. I can honestly say that this care home does wonders for her needs exceeding expectations for her overall living and quality of life. The care home is warm and welcoming from its setting, internal environment, facilities for residents and it's amazing staff members. My grandmother is happy and settled. Her bedroom is warm, spacious and risk-free. They offer a great selection of freshly cooked food to its residents allowing my grandmother to have a balanced diet. The care home has recently undergone light refurbishments and now looks great! Highly recommend this care home to anyone looking for themselves or loved ones. Special thanks to the team for doing an amazing job not only for my grandmother but for all residents as this is visible when we have visited the site.
Thank you for taking the time to provide us with your feedback. It means a great deal when family members who are regular visitors provide their views. I admire my colleagues in Fordingbridge for their constant positive and happy presence, this is so important for our Residents' wellbeing. The food...
Every staff member has been exceptional and all demonstrated genuine care and support around looking after my father-in-law. It has certainly helped with the bereavement knowing how well he was looked after and that he was always surrounded by people who looked after him like he was their own father. He was always clean and so was his room.
Thank you for taking the time to provide your feedback. I am so sorry for the loss of your father-in-law, my sincere condolences to your family. I am pleased to read our colleagues provided the great care and service for which the home is known. I hope that, as you say, knowing he was well looked after whilst he was with us, provides some comfort to you all. With my very best wishes.
I was not able to visit my Dad as much as I liked due to Covid and my work commitments and distance to the home but I was rest assured knowing my Dad was being looked after so well. All of the staff were so attentive and I believe that they not only cared for my Dad but also had a special bond with him and would make him smile. His room and himself were always clean and when I visited the staff, they always made me feel welcome, they would also keep in touch with me and notify me of how my Dad was doing. I would recommend this home to anyone thinking of sending their loved ones there.
Thank you for taking the time to give us your feedback, we really appreciate it. Our colleagues in Fordingbridge are extremely attentive to all the residents, they make everyone feel welcome and at home. I enjoy how calm the home feels, residents are doing their own thing, with staff beside them,...
The staff would always try their very best to make my father's life as comfortable and as happy as they could.
The job of taking care of my father's every need was difficult at best and got harder as his illness progressed but the staff always stepped up to the mark.
Thank you very much for taking the time to provide us with your feedback. Our colleagues in Fordingbridge provide excellent service and care for residents and their families, it's what makes the difference. With my best wishes to you and your family, Helen
My sister has settled in well. She seems content and happy when we arrive to visit and when we depart. She has deteriorated due to her type of dementia but still seems well in herself. The staff have always been helpful and they have addressed many problems that have occurred with my sister nad have adapted things to help with her needs. We have always found the staff very approachable and willing to answer out queries or questions. We are pleased that they now have permanent activity staff to help keep the residents interested and entertained. We're thankful that my sister is safe and well cared for.
Thank you for taking the time to provide your feedback. My colleagues in the home will also be delighted to read your positive comments. Our goal is always for each resident to feel happy and content in their new home and you, as their family, to always feel welcome and comfortable with us. My best wishes to you, thank you, Helen.
Excellent care from underappreciated and overworked staff. After we explained our concerns to the deputy manager she was very sympathetic to our needs and took the time to explain the daily care that my relative was receiving. Because of this we now have a better understanding of what happens on a daily basis. Thank you to the deputy manager!
Thank you for providing your feedback. I am delighted our deputy manager was able to address your concerns. Our colleagues in Fordingbridge Care Home provide warm, supportive care to all the residents. Thanks again for giving your feedback, it's much appreciated by all of us, Helen.
Our sister is well-looked after despite her being a little angry at times. But the staff handle it well and we are very grateful for that. Thank you.
Thank you for your review. Our colleagues at Fordingbridge are very good with every resident, understanding their needs and keeping everyone happy and relaxed. It's such a skill, which in my view, only really comes from genuine compassion and empathy.
Thank you again,
Helen
Over the months, the care for him by all the staff has been fantastic and I am grateful for the smiling faces that always greet me. When I visit, he is settled and comfortable and I can relax knowing that he is well cared for.
It's difficult to put into words my gratitude to all the staff and management of Fordingbridge Care Home.
I am so delighted to read your review, thank you. I know first-hand what a relief it is to visit your loved one and find them settled and relaxed. It is an enormous relief. My colleagues in Fordingbridge will be delighted to read your comments; they work hard to look after everyone and they do it very well. My best wishes to you and your family, thank you again, cheers, Helen.
Taken overall and considering what the place is I find it a pleasurable place that I feel my mother is well looked after in.
Thank you for taking the time to give your feedback, we really appreciate it. I am so glad to read you feel comfortable whilst visiting with your Mother. That's such an important element of what we work to achieve. My best wishes to you and your family, thank you, Helen
Mum was happy at Fordingbridge Care Home, as she told us often. Our family also knew she had the very best of care and attention which gave us peace of mind between visits. There are a number of staff who worked on her floor and we cannot thank them enough personally for being her family when we weren't there with her. You all know who you are. We really feel that she was in the best place with the best care and love in her last days. Thank you all.
Hello. Thank you for your feedback. It is extremely kind of you to provide your thoughts at this difficult and sad time, I am sure the entire team in Fordingbridge will be very grateful to read them. My very best wishes to you and your family.
My grandmother was diagnosed with mixed dementia quite a few years ago. We watched her slowly fail to manage in her own home and finally the day came where she needed more care than was able to be provided in her own home. This was a big moment for everyone and came with a lot of thoughts of guilt, sadness and fear, especially seeing her be separated from her husband. She sadly passed away recently and we can honestly say that the care she had at Fordingbridge Care Home surpassed all of our expectations. Seeing her so trusting towards the staff, even up until the end, was such a reassurance for us as a family and a tribute to the incredible care staff that went above and beyond for her. I hope all the staff at Fordingbridge can be proud of the quality of care they provide and know that we truly feel they are the unsung heroes.
Thank you for taking the time to provide us with your feedback. We really appreciate the difficulty involved in placing a loved one. I am so pleased, as will the team be, that we have provided your family with great support. Thank you very much.
My dad has been in Fordingbridge Care Home coming up for 2 years and has been extremely well looked after. It has been difficult with covid but the staff have always kept us informed of my dad.
Thank you for your review. I am delighted to hear that you see your dad is being very well looked after. The Fordingbridge team is very supportive of families as well as the much-loved residents. I really appreciate you taking the time to provide your feedback. Best wishes.
I live some distance away and can't visit as much as I would like, so knowing I can really trust the home and the people who look after Mum is so important to me. I have never had a reason to doubt at any time that her needs and care have not been a priority. This is vital when you have to make such a difficult decision to entrust a loved one to a completely new environment.
Thank you for your review. We absolutely understand the difficulty and anxiety involved in placing a loved one into a home. We also recognise the privilege of your trust as we care and serve your mum. Thank you for your trust.
I’d been really concerned about her going into care but thankfully I found it’s an amazing place, with Mum treated respectfully as an individual with warmth, affection and understanding in her own home. Mum’s always had the freedom to do exactly what she needs to do day and night, with experienced skilled nurses and carers keeping her safe.
In my opinion, it’s the people that make it so special. Mum’s always very well cared for both physically, mentally and emotionally. Her nurse is absolutely amazing along with the wonderful carers and activity staff. They know about her life, likes and dislikes, and it matters to them that her days are the best they can be. They keep me updated by phone and send me photos, so I always know exactly how she’s doing when I’m not there. It’s really reassuring and I will forever be grateful to everyone for Mum’s incredible care.
Thank you for your kind words. Not only is the entire Fordingbridge team highly competent, but they're also all really committed to the residents, they know them very well. It's a very supportive environment for both residents and the staff. I'm so pleased you're reassured, that's so very important to us. Thank you.
The care my Father has received at Fordingbridge Care Home has been fantastic. Always welcomed by friendly staff who have shown great knowledge and care towards him. They have always got him all the help he has needed and kept us regularly updated with how he is. I feel very confident in his care at this home, it has a warm and friendly atmosphere and the staff and residents always appear happy when I am visiting.
Thank you very much for your review. We are very fortunate to have a team in Fordingbridge who are not only highly capable, they're also caring and genuine in their regard for the residents. Your kind words will be much appreciated by everyone in Fordingbridge. Thank you.
I appreciate the staff, who whilst very busy, greet me in a friendly and helpful way. I left a note to say that Mum liked 'Classic FM' and am touched to find this playing, in the background, on my visits.
I am amazed at how sparkling bright my mother's clothes are returned, promptly, to her wardrobe from the laundry room.
I have the privilege of seeing my mother every week. For a family member further afield, an occasional, short written bulletin would be reassuring, for example on her weight, how well she eats and takes current medication.
'Thank you' for getting my very frail mother through these past 15 months and wearing a smile.
Hello, thank you for your review. I too find the staff are always friendly and welcoming. I like the idea of the note, I'll speak with the team about making this happen. Thanks so much.
Regulatory Rating
Care Quality Commission (CQC) Rating
Date: 28 March 2025Good
- CaringGood
- EffectiveRequires improvement
- 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.
Bed Vacancies
Please contact us for latest vacancies.
News (23) & Events (1)
- 26 May 2026
Fordingbridge Care Home residents, visitors, and staff enjoyed a wonderful day on Saturday at their Easter Fete. The Easter Bunny made a special appearance, delighting everyone with plenty of dancing...
- 26 May 2026
At Fordingbridge Care Home, the team always like to recognise and reward employees who go above and beyond for both residents and colleagues. April’s winner was Febin Thomas, one of...
- 26 May 2026
At Fordingbridge Care Home, the team have fully embraced the Allegra Care Household Model, encouraging residents to continue taking part in the everyday activities they enjoyed at home. Whether it...
- 05 Sep 2026Organiser: Fordingbridge Care Home
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Meet the Team (2)

Most notably, Samantha served as the CQC Registered Manager at Contemplation Homes for nearly four years, where she successfully led the home through the challenges of the Covid-19 pandemic. During her tenure, she achieved and maintained high occupancy levels, strengthened recruitment and retention, and built a strong, person-centred care culture.
Samantha’s background also includes leadership roles with Care UK, Colten Care and Bupa. She is known for her strong clinical judgement, excellent organisational skills, and commitment to delivering high standards of care. Her calm, approachable manner and wealth of experience make her a fantastic addition to the team.Samantha enjoys spending time with her friends and family. She loves shopping and evenings at the theatre. She is a PADI Open Water Diver and enjoys travelling.

After working for 14 years as a renal nurse specialist, Jacqui changed her career to be around more for her young children. Her wide-ranging experience since then encompasses a number of rewarding positions across a variety of sectors, including team leader for Jobsite; Southern Team manager for Westfield Health; management for a specialist lender helping people rebuild their credit profile and, most recently, moving into the elderly care sector with Barchester, for whom she worked in community awareness and fundraising.
Now, as Regional Relationship Liaison Manager for Allegra Care, she brings her diverse portfolio of skills to the task of supporting the homes and helping the company develop its profile in the elderly care sector.
Frequently Asked Questions about Fordingbridge Care Home
What types of Care is Fordingbridge Care Home registered for?
Older Person Care, Dementia, Physical Disability, Younger Adults are the registered (by the Care Quality Commission) categories of Care.
How many Rooms does Fordingbridge Care Home have?
There are 63 Single Rooms.
What are the Facilities & Services at Fordingbridge Care Home?
Own Furniture if required, Pet Friendly (or by arrangement), 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 Fordingbridge Care Home to the centre of Fordingbridge?
0.5 mile(s) as the crow flies, distance by road may be significantly further.
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