Nestled within beautiful Dorset, The Links is a care home that offers expert residential, respite, nursing, dementia, Parkinson's, Huntington's and Palliative care to the elderly. The welcoming Bupa home, boast a range of facilities to help residents feel at home, including bedrooms equipped with en-suite showers, several comfy lounges, guest suites for friends and family gatherings, private dining spaces, a cheerful sunroom, manicured gardens and a summer house for residents to relax during the warmer months. The jam-packed activity programme here at The Links ensures no two days are the same, whether it be arts and crafts or trips to the gorgeous coastline.
Individuals with low care needs, who are either fully independent or require minimal assistance with personal care and day-to-day tasks. Residential care usually includes support with tasks like: dressing, washing, taking oral medication and hoisting.
Individuals that have been diagnosed with dementia and are no longer able to live independently at home due to requiring specialist 24-hour care services.
Individuals who require 24-hour assistance and care from qualified nurses due to medical conditions and/or personal living needs. This may include people that require intensive rehabilitative care following a stroke, or simply need support using a peg feeding tube.
Individuals that require a temporary living arrangement at a care home. Respite is also referred to as a short care home stay and may range from a few days to a couple weeks.
It is situated in Broadstone and is close to popular amenities.
The Care Quality Commission (CQC) is England's health and social care services regulator. The Links is rated as outstanding, based on the level of care and safety at the home.
The following types of elderly care are available at this home: nursing, respite, dementia, residential.
Currently, there are 68 beds at the home.
This care home is owned and operated by Bupa.
There are a variety of health and wellness activities available at The Links, including: Arts & Crafts, Wellbeing Classes, Visits from Children.
Prices will vary from home to home, depending on the level of elderly care required. At The Links the cost of care starts from £1,400 per week.
It's best to call the home directly on 01202 125283 to find out about the total cost of care for your unique needs.