Care homes in Bournemouth

Care homes (28)
From £1600/wk·Luxury Care

Nestled on the fringes of the charming seaside town of Poole, Aranlow House is a dedicated dementia care home that has been thoughtfully designed to cater to…

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From £1750/wk·Luxury Care

Nestled between the charming towns of Bournemouth and Poole, Branksome Park is a warm and welcoming residential nursing home with a special focus on…

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From £995/wk·Care South

Nestled in the vibrant heart of the Hamworthy community, close to Poole, in the picturesque county of Dorset, you'll find Dorset House. This Care South home is…

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From £835/wk·Care South

Nestled in the heart of Dorset, near the charming town of Poole, you'll find Elizabeth House - a warm and welcoming care home managed by Care South. This haven…

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From £1195/wk·Care South

Nestled in the heart of Dorset, Fairlawn is a contemporary and inviting care home, committed to delivering top-notch residential, dementia, and respite care.…

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From £1145/wk·Amrial Care

Nestled in the heart of Bournemouth, Farway Grange is a family-run care home that has been providing outstanding long-term nursing, palliative, and respite…

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From £1455/wk·Encore Care Homes

Tucked away in the private woodlands of Bournemouth, you'll find Great Oaks, a meticulously designed Dorset care home. This Encore care home is dedicated to…

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From £950/wk·Buckland Care

Nestled just a stone's throw away from the scenic Poole Park, in the charming town of Poole, Dorset, Kingsland House stands as a beacon of exceptional…

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From £1399/wk·Barchester Healthcare

Nestled in the picturesque town of Ferndown, Kings Park in Dorset is a warm and inviting care home that offers top-notch residential, dementia, and respite…

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From £1317/wk·Barchester Healthcare

Nestled between the tranquil Hurn and Avon Forest, Moors Manor in Ringwood is a purpose-built care home that offers exceptional residential, respite, and…

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From £1455/wk·Encore Care Homes

Nestled in the picturesque holiday haven of Poole in Dorset, Oakdale is a magnificent care home that offers top-notch residential, nursing, dementia,…

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From £1100/wk·Independent Care Home

Nestled in the picturesque market town of Wimborne Minster, within the stunning county of Dorset, you'll find the Oakdene Care Home. This exceptional facility…

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From £1350/wk

Parley Place Care Home is a premier facility offering top-notch residential, dementia, and respite care for the elderly in the charming village of West Parley,…

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Queensmount Care Home

CQC Outstanding
From £1315/wk·Bupa

Tucked away in the picturesque town of Bournemouth, Queensmount Care Home offers a warm, family-like environment that makes it a delightful place to reside.…

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From £1300/wk·Luxury Care

Tucked away in the tranquil residential neighbourhood between Poole and Bournemouth, you'll find the welcoming Regency Manor care home. This contemporary…

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From £1545/wk·Care South

Nestled in the heart of Dorset, St Ives House is a modern care home that offers 60 beautifully appointed rooms, each featuring an en-suite wet room and a…

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What care costs in Bournemouth
Residential (avg)
£1,290/week
Dementia (avg)
£1,268/week
Nursing (avg)
£1,349/week
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Common questions
How much does a care home in Bournemouth cost?

Care homes in Bournemouth start from around £835 per week, with averages of £1,290 for residential, £1,268 for dementia, £1,349 for nursing care. Fees vary by home, care type and the level of support required.

Which care homes in Bournemouth are rated Outstanding or Good by the CQC?

24 of the 28 care homes in and around Bournemouth are rated Good or Outstanding by the Care Quality Commission, including 3 rated Outstanding. Ratings are published by the CQC following regular inspections.

What types of care are available in Bournemouth?

Homes in and around Bournemouth offer Respite, Residential, Dementia, Nursing care. Availability varies by home — use the filters above to find homes offering the specific care type you need.

Can I get council funding for care in Bournemouth?

If the person needing care has savings and assets below £23,250, Dorset Council may contribute towards fees. You can request a free care needs assessment and financial assessment through the council's adult social care team before choosing a home.

Who regulates care homes in Bournemouth?

Care homes in Bournemouth are regulated and inspected by the Care Quality Commission (CQC), the independent regulator of health and adult social care in England. The CQC rates each home as Outstanding, Good, Requires Improvement, or Inadequate following regular inspections — you can read each home's latest report on the CQC website.

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