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Silverstars Care is a home care agency based in Sherborne, Dorset, providing care and support to people in their own homes.
CQC:Safe: GoodWell-led: Good
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Home care in Stalbridge Sturminster Newton
5 agencies
There are 5 home care agencies in and around Stalbridge Sturminster Newton on AskBart. The most recent inspection was at Natura Care Solutions in March 2022.
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Home care agencies (5)
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VerifiedAbilityAvenue Care is located in Sherborne in South West England and provides dementia care.
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VerifiedCQC Good
Natura Care Solutions is a home care agency based in Gillingham, Dorset, providing care and support to people in their own homes.
CQC:Safe: GoodWell-led: Good
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VerifiedNovel Home Care Ltd is a domiciliary care provider based in Wincanton, South Somerset.
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VerifiedSt Martin's is a home care agency based in Gillingham, Dorset, providing care and support to people in their own homes.
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Key facts: Stalbridge Sturminster Newton
| Home care agencies listed | 5 |
|---|---|
| Rated Good or Outstanding | 2 of 2 (100%) |
| Rated Outstanding | 0 |
| Rated Requires improvement or Inadequate | 0 |
| Dorset usual weekly rate (2025) | £1,156 |
| Most recently inspected | Natura Care Solutions (March 2022) |
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Not yet rated3
Data: CQC register, updated November 2026. Figures are for the homes listed on this page.
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CQC quality of home care in Stalbridge Sturminster Newton
Rated Good or Outstanding
2/ 2 rated
Newly registered (awaiting rating)
3
Every agency here is regulated by the Care Quality Commission. Each profile shows the full CQC breakdown — whether the service is safe, effective, caring, responsive and well-led.
What home care costs in Stalbridge Sturminster Newton
Visiting care typically costs £22–£30 per hour across the UK. That’s a typical range, not a local quote, so ask each agency for a written quote. For context, Dorset council’s published cost-of-care rate was around £1,156/week (2025). Your home isn’t counted in the means test while care is provided there. Dorset council carries out the free care needs assessment.
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What later-life care costs in Stalbridge Sturminster Newton
Average weekly costs for the main types of care, so you can see how Stalbridge Sturminster Newton compares with the wider Dorset area and the UK.
| Type of care | Stalbridge Sturminster Newton | Dorset avg | UK average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residential care home | — | £1,292 | £1,200 |
| Nursing care home | — | £1,358 | £1,500 |
| Live-in care (est.) | — | — | ~£1,400 |
| Visiting care, 20 hrs/wk (est.) | — | — | ~£460 |
Care-home figures are the average advertised private weekly fee across AskBart’s listings (Stalbridge Sturminster Newton within ~5 miles; Dorset county-wide); actual fees depend on the home, room and level of care. Home-care figures are typical UK estimates — we don’t yet hold verified local agency rates, so they aren’t shown per area. Always get written quotes. Model your own numbers with the care cost calculator.
Common questions
How many home care agencies are there in Stalbridge Sturminster Newton?
AskBart lists 5 CQC-registered home care agencies in and around Stalbridge Sturminster Newton.
How much does home care cost in Stalbridge Sturminster Newton?
Across the UK, visiting (hourly) home care typically costs £22–£30 per hour, overnight care £150–£220 per night, and live-in care £1,100–£1,600 per week. Actual fees in Stalbridge Sturminster Newton depend on the agency and your care needs, so always ask for a written quote after a free needs assessment.
Are home care agencies in Stalbridge Sturminster Newton regulated?
Yes. Every agency listed here is registered with and inspected by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). 2 of the 2 rated agencies are rated Good or Outstanding. Each profile shows the full CQC rating across all five areas: safe, effective, caring, responsive and well-led.
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