Independent Care Home
Oakdene Care Home
Residential care home in Verwood, Dorset
Operated by Independent Care Home
What do these badges mean?
- High Retirement Community — An above-average share of residents are aged 65 and over (ONS Census) — often a sign of established later-life communities and services.
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About
Oakdene Care Home is an independent care home located in Verwood, Dorset, with 71 registered beds. It provides residential care, respite care, and dementia care to older adults in the South West of England.
The home is rated Requires Improvement overall by the Care Quality Commission. It is rated Good for Effective, Caring, and Responsive care, but Requires Improvement for Safe and Well-led practice.
Care provided
Facilities
Activities
Food hygiene rating
Very good
Food Standards Agency · inspected June 2026
What's nearby
- Near a main road
Straight-line distances. Road and rail noise from government strategic noise mapping (modelled, not measured). A&E departments from the NHS website.
What’s in the area
Outdoor Spaces
- AllotmentsSparse
- Play SpaceLimited
- Golf CourseLimited
- Public ParkLimited
- Tennis CourtLimited
- Bowling GreenLimited
- Playing FieldLimited
Local Amenities
- Pubs & BarsLimited
- Restaurants & CafesLimited
- Retail ShoppingLimited
- SupermarketsLimited
- TakeawaysLimited
Local crime statistics
38 recorded crimes in the local area (April 2026)
Top categories:
Source: data.police.uk · within 1 mile
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Fees and funding
| Care type | Weekly fee | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Residential care | from £1,100 Published by the home, captured 2026 | Published by the home, captured 2026 |
| Dementia care | Fees on request | — |
| Respite (short stay) | Fees on request | — |
- Funding accepted
- Not stated
Fees depend on the room and the care needed, so ask the home for a written quote. Check who pays with the funding calculator, or see what Dorset council pays.
Care fee trajectory
| Year | This home (per week) | Council rate (per week) |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | — | £1,126 |
| 2025 | — | £1,156 |
| 2026 | £1,100 | — |
What Dorset council pays care homes, and whether it will help with fees
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Local health safety net
Oakdene Care Home is backed by a local NHS health network. The nearest A&E is The Royal Bournemouth Hospital, 7.6 miles away. The local GP practice is WEST MOORS VILLAGE SURGERY, 1.8 miles away, rated ‘Requires improvement’ by the CQC.
Nearest services from NHS ODS + postcodes.io + CQC, by straight-line distance.
Community & connection in Verwood
Local clubs, charities and support groups that help older residents stay active and connected.
Avon Valley Dementia Support
Activities: Music especially singing, has the power to help unlock memories. The Butterfly Cafe, gives the opportunity for people to meet in a safe environment and to feel included. These events…
Helping Older People New Forest
Charity helping older people in the New Forest
Make Memories Matter
Make Memories Matter runs day centres for older adults, including those with dementia, providing social interaction, activities, exercise, and respite for carers. Based in the New Forest, our hubs…
Ringwood Carers' Group in Conjunction with Churches Together
Supporting Carers of people in the Ringwood area with physical, mental, or sensory impairment or illness, or incapacity through old age, by holding coffee mornings, days-out and luncheon-groups,…
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It's best to call the home directly on 01202 125750 to find out about the total cost of care for your unique needs.
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Information last reviewed October 2026.
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