Here at West Abbey we provide high quality 24-hour nursing and residential care. We offer expert care for people with dementia in our Memory lane Community. We also have a facility for younger people with physical disabilities. All our rooms are wheelchair accessible and have en-suite facilities.
We have lots to offer - including onsite hairdresser, physiotherapy and our activities team offer entertainment and activities to suit our residents needs, including gardening, baking and regular o...
Moorlands Residential Home is a fine grade II listed former farm house built in 1740.
Set in half an acre of lovely landscaped grounds in the centre of Merriott, within easy walking distance of the local amenities including the Post Office and the village store.
Moorlands Residential Home have been providing residential care for over 15 years and have a strong focus on providing a homely, well maintained environment with quality home cooked food and interesting activities.
Whilst moving ...
Grovelands is a purpose-built care home providing residential and dementia care. Completed in 2007, the home is situated in a quiet residential area near the heart of Yeovil close to shops, cafés and other services.
Complete with pleasant grounds, Grovelands provides a comfortable and friendly environment for our residents and their guests.
Situated in the village of Merriott, Somerset, you will find Careford Lodge; a purpose-built residential care home that has the capacity to provide bespoke care for a maximum of eighteen residents.
Careford Lodge is set in its' own grounds and is surrounded by countryside and paddocks housing stables for horses. It is ideally situated close to the centre of Merriott village, close to All Saints Merriott church and the Kings Head public house. Merriott itself is near the town of Crewkerne, se...
Wessex House is a comfortable home located in the ancient and picturesque town of Somerton, in the heart of Somerset. The home is located near to shops, and local amenities. Having moved to Behind Berry from its previous location on Pesters Lane, Wessex House has been rebuilt as a modern nursing home, designed with residents’ wellbeing in mind.
Portcullis House is situated in the small, historic town of Langport, conveniently close to shops, the library, the local health centre, and the Post Office. It is a purpose-built home, accommodating up to 44 residents, with a team of dedicated staff providing high-quality care packages within a pleasant and secure environment.
There are 36 care homes in South Somerset, with 14 offering nursing care. If you're not sure which type of care home is best for you, you can read our guide on how to choose the right care home.
All care homes in South Somerset are regulated by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). Of the 36 care homes in South Somerset, 32 have been rated good or above.
What is the difference between nursing homes and residential care homes?
Residential care homes provide residents with accommodation, meals, and assistance with personal care and medication. However, a nursing care home will also provide medical care from a qualified nurse, including treatment for any illness or injuries.
Will I be entitled to local authority funding to help pay for a care home in South Somerset?
In England, if your total savings and property assets are below £23,250, then you may be able to access local authority funding towards accommodation costs, personal care and nursing care. Read our care home funding article for more advice.
In England, care homes are regulated by the Care Quality Commission (CQC) which rates services as Outstanding, Good, Requires Improvement, or Inadequate.
