Care Homes in Dorchester

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Cheriton Care Home

10 Weymouth Avenue, Dorchester, DT1 2EN

Good - Regulator's rating

Residential
Dementia
71 beds • No en-suite rooms • Opened in 1987
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Signature House

2 Maumbury Gardens, Dorchester, DT1 1GR

Good - Regulator's rating

Residential
Dementia
Nursing
48 beds • All en-suite • Opened in 2012

Somerleigh Court

Somerleigh Road, Dorchester, DT1 1AQ

Good - Regulator's rating

Residential
Dementia
Nursing
Palliative
40 beds • Opened in 2004
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3

Grove Lodge

Hyde Crook, Frampton, Dorchester, DT2 9NW

Requires improvement - Regulator's rating

Residential
Dementia
Palliative
22 beds • Opened in 1988

Castle View

Bridport Road, Poundbury, Dorchester, DT1 2NH

Good - Regulator's rating

Residential
Nursing
57 beds • 53 en-suite rooms • Opened in 2002

Culliford House

Icen Way, Dorchester, DT1 1ET

Good - Regulator's rating

Residential
Dementia
25 beds • Opened in 1987

Encompass Care Respite Accommodation and Outreach Service

Encombe, 5 Prince Of Wales Road, Dorchester, DT1 1PW

Good - Regulator's rating

Residential
8 beds • Opened in 1987

Glencairn Residential Home

16-17 Cornwall Road, Dorchester, DT1 1RU

Good - Regulator's rating

Residential
Dementia
23 beds

Grassington House

50 Prince Of Wales Road, Dorchester, DT1 1PP

Good - Regulator's rating

Residential
Dementia
13 beds • Opened in 1987

Maiden Castle House

12-14 Gloucester Road, Dorchester, DT1 2NJ

Good - Regulator's rating

Residential
Dementia
66 beds • All en-suite • Opened in 1992

Overview of care homes in Dorchester

Care homes in Dorchester

15

Homes that offer nursing care

5

Specialise in dementia care

11

Homes rated good or above

12

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Frequently asked questions

  • How many care homes are there in Dorchester?

    There are 15 care homes in Dorchester offering a range of specialisms. 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.

  • How are care homes in Dorchester regulated?

    All care homes in Dorchester are regulated by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). Of the 15 care homes in Dorchester, 12 have been rated good or above.

  • How many care homes in Dorchester specialise in dementia care?

    There are 11 care homes in Dorchester who offer specialist dementia care for more information on the specific homes, view our dementia care home list.

  • How much do care homes in Dorchester cost?

    On average residential care homes in South West cost £700 per week, with nursing homes costing on average £1,015 per week. From the care homes in Dorchester who share their prices with us, we can see care home prices starting from £875 per week.

  • 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 Dorchester?

    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.

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