Care homes offering respite care in Dorset

35 homes

There are 35 care homes offering respite care in Dorset on AskBart. 97% of those rated by the CQC are Good or Outstanding, against 79% nationally (CQC data, September 2019). Published fees average about £1,292 a week. The largest is Westbourne Tower Care Home, with 114 beds.

35 homes found
Oakdene Care Home, VerwoodVerified

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 is staffed by a team of seasoned…

from £1100/wk

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The Lindsay Care Home, PooleVerified

Nestled near the stunning Dorset coast, The Lindsay in Poole is a compassionate care home that provides a warm and inviting atmosphere for individuals in need of nursing, residential, or dementia…

from £1275/wk
The Links Care Home, DorsetVerified

Tucked away in the picturesque landscape of Dorset, The Links is a care home that specialises in providing top-notch residential, respite, nursing, dementia, Parkinson's, Huntington's, and Palliative…

from £1400/wk
Upton Bay Care Home, PooleVerified

Nestled in the heart of Poole, Upton Bay is a haven for older adults, offering them the opportunity to experience the finest attractions that Dorset has to offer. This Barchester Healthcare home is…

from £1300/wk
Upton Manor Care Home, PooleVerified

Nestled in the picturesque town of Upton, near Poole, Upton Manor is a haven of tranquillity, surrounded by the stunning landscapes of Dorset. The care home is a stone's throw away from the vibrant…

from £1382/wk

Key facts: Dorset

Care homes offering respite care listed35
Rated Good or Outstanding31 of 32 (97%)
Rated Outstanding3
Rated Requires improvement or Inadequate1
Average published weekly fee£1,292
LargestWestbourne Tower Care Home (114 beds)
CQC ratings of the homes in Dorset: Outstanding 3, Good 28, Requires improvement 1, Not yet rated 3Outstanding3Good28Requires improvement1Not yet rated3

Data: CQC register, updated September 2019. Figures are for the homes listed on this page.

Care homes offering respite care in Dorset: questions

How many care homes offering respite care are there in Dorset?
AskBart lists 35 care homes offering respite care in Dorset, each with its latest CQC rating.
How are care homes offering respite care in Dorset rated?
Of the 32 inspected, 3 are rated Outstanding, 28 Good, 1 Requires improvement and 0 Inadequate by the Care Quality Commission.
How much do care homes offering respite care in Dorset cost?
Published fees range from £835 to £1,750 a week. Fees vary with room and care needs, so ask each home for a quote.
How do I choose between care homes offering respite care in Dorset?
Start with the CQC rating and the latest inspection report, visit more than once, and ask how the home supports the person's needs. Our guide "Respite care explained" covers what to look for.

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