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Compare Care Homes In Dorset
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Dorchester, DT2 9FN - Country Court
Selwood Court, a shining addition to Charlton Down near Dorchester, stands as a beacon of care and comfort.
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ResidentialDementiaRespiteCQC rating: Not Yet InspectedFrom £1,500 Weekly85 BedAll Ensuite7.94 mi from centreDorchester, DT1 2NJ - Care South
Located in a tranquil residential area in Dorchester, Maiden Castle House is a purpose-built care home offering exceptional residential and dementia care.
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ResidentialDementiaRespiteCQC rating: GoodFrom £1,195 Weekly66 BedAll Ensuite9.29 mi from centrePoole, BH16 5NJ - Hamberley Care Homes
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ResidentialNursingDementiaRespiteCQC rating: GoodFrom £1,382 Weekly67 BedAll Ensuite12.67 mi from centreBroadstone, BH18 8BE - Bupa
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.
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ResidentialNursingDementiaRespiteCQC rating: OutstandingFrom £1,400 Weekly68 Bed97% Ensuite13.64 mi from centreBroadstone, BH18 8ES - Care UK
Part of the Care UK group, purpose-built care home The Potteries in the cheerful seaside town of Pooledelivers a wide range of quality care services; from permanent residential and nursing care to short-term respite care, in addition to renowned dementia care.
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ResidentialNursingDementiaRespiteCQC rating: GoodFrom £1,493 Weekly80 BedAll Ensuite13.65 mi from centrePoole, BH15 4HY - Barchester Healthcare
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ResidentialDementiaRespiteCQC rating: GoodFrom £1,300 Weekly68 BedAll Ensuite13.71 mi from centreSherborne, DT9 6EX - Barchester Healthcare
Situated in the North West of Dorset in Sherborne, Trinity Manor is a welcoming care home that provides expert residential, respite and dementia care to the elderly in a warm and friendly environment.
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ResidentialDementiaRespiteCQC rating: GoodFrom £1,400 Weekly64 BedAll Ensuite14.04 mi from centrePoole, BH15 4HL - Care South
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ResidentialDementiaRespiteCQC rating: GoodFrom £995 Weekly52 Bed14.06 mi from centrePoole, BH17 8RQ - Encore Care Homes
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ResidentialNursingDementiaRespiteCQC rating: GoodFrom £1,455 Weekly84 BedAll Ensuite15.11 mi from centrePoole, BH15 1TP - Buckland Care
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ResidentialDementiaRespiteCQC rating: GoodFrom £950 Weekly44 BedAll Ensuite15.48 mi from centre
Average care home costs in Dorset
Average cost of residential care
£1,258per weekAverage cost of nursing care
£1,313per weekAverage cost of dementia care
£1,256per weekAverage cost of nursing & dementia care
£1,276per weekDorset's Care Regulator:
Care Quality Commission
Frequently asked questions
Here is some further information about care homes in Dorset.
How many care homes are there in Dorset?
We have 76 care homes in Dorset. All our homes have been hand-picked by our team of care experts based on a number of factors, including the quality of care and the home's culture.
What is the average cost of care in Dorset?
Care home costs vary significantly across the country. If you're looking for a care home in Dorset, the average cost of care is £1,211. You may be eligible for care home funding - you can check through a care needs assessment.
Are all care homes in Dorset regulated by the Care Quality Commission (CQC)?
Yes, every Dorset care home has been given a rating by England's Care Quality Commission (CQC).
How many nursing homes are there in Dorset?
We have 22 in Dorset that provide specialist, 24/7 support. All of our nursing care homes offer personalised support for anyone who has a medical condition or disability that requires round-the-clock care from registered nurses in a home-from-home environment.
How many Dorset care homes offer residential care?
We have 32 care homes in Dorset that offer residential care, which provides support and care for those who may find it difficult to live independently. Our residential care homes provide support for everyday tasks, including washing, mobility, and dressing.
What care homes in Dorset offer dementia care?
We have 28 Dorset care homes that provide round-the-clock dementia care. Those with dementia will need more care as the condition progresses, and specialist dementia care homes can provide the level of support they need.
We've rounded up the best Alzheimer's care homes across the UK - they've been handpicked by our team of care experts for their specialised care, round-the-clock support and comforting environments.
What Dorset care homes offer respite care?
If you're looking for temporary respite care, we have 34 care homes in Dorset that provide short-term stays.
Respite care homes provide relief for caregivers, offering a few weeks of support in a care home for a loved one while you recuperate. We've rounded up the best respite care homes in the UK to ease your care search.
Are there any care homes in Dorset that offer end-of-life or palliative care?
30 Dorset care homes provide palliative care for your loved one. A palliative care home aims to provide the highest level of support and comfort to every resident. End-of-life care can be an emotional experience for everyone, so our care experts will support you at every step.
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Lottie's guide to care in Dorset
- Overview
Welcome to Dorset
Dorset is packed full of amazing attractions and provides one of the UK’s very best settings for an elderly care seeker to live in. Dorset contains some of South West England’s most popular care homes.
Finding a care home shouldn’t feel overwhelming or stressful, which is why you can use our directory to easily compare care homes in Dorset. You can use our detailed home listings to find out things like overall care home costs and the different types of care available.
We also list the facilities and activities available in our homes. Many of these fun activities are put on by a dedicated activity coordinator or lifestyle team, while all staff will have the latest training.
Many of our Dorset care homes can be found in idyllic parts of the county such as Weymouth, Bournemouth and Dorchester. Your loved one will also be able to check out popular attractions like Durdle Door and Portland Bill.
Dorset contains some of the best care homes in the UK, including residential care homes, and dementia care homes - both of which provide friendly, round-the-clock support and personal care to people living in them. If your loved one requires support from a registered nurse, this can be provided in a nursing care home.