Signature House
Nursing home in Dorchester, Dorset
Operated by Amica Care Trust
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.
- Well Served — Excellent everyday amenities nearby — shops, supermarkets, pharmacies, banks, post offices, cafés and places to eat (OpenStreetMap).
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About
Signature House is a 48-bed nursing home in Dorchester providing dementia and nursing care. The home is purpose-built and offers round-the-clock nursing support for residents with dementia, physical disabilities, frailty and long-term medical conditions. Care is delivered by qualified professionals and tailored to each resident's individual needs.
The home was rated Good overall by the Care Quality Commission in 2023, with Good ratings across all five key areas: Safe, Effective, Caring, Responsive and Well-led.
What inspectors found
CQC: GoodReport published 27 June 2023 · Last inspected 13 June 2023
Inspectors described a home for up to 48 older people, including some living with dementia or needing nursing care, where residents appeared at ease with staff. Staff were said to understand how to protect people and to support them safely, and the registered manager was seen as present and focused on improving the service. Staff reported feeling supported and valued as part of a committed team.
- The provider responded openly and promptly when concerns about people's safety at night came to light.
- The provider has systems in place to check on the quality of care and plan ongoing improvements.
- The registered manager is visible and actively monitors and improves the service.
- Staff feel supported and recognised, and describe a close, dedicated team.
Written by AI from the report text and checked against it. Not an official CQC statement. Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Read the full report on CQC.
Care provided
Specialist care
What's nearby
- Set back from main road noise
- Near a railway line
Straight-line distances. Road and rail noise from government strategic noise mapping (modelled, not measured). A&E departments from the NHS website. Locations © OpenStreetMap contributors.
What’s in the area
Outdoor Spaces
- AllotmentsPlentiful
- Play SpaceAmple
- Golf CourseLimited
- Public ParkAmple
- Tennis CourtAdequate
- Bowling GreenSparse
- Playing FieldAdequate
Local Amenities
- Pubs & BarsAmple
- Restaurants & CafesAmple
- Retail ShoppingPlentiful
- SupermarketsAmple
- TakeawaysAdequate
Local crime statistics
95 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Dementia care | Fees on request | — |
| Nursing care | 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 | Council rate (per week) |
|---|---|
| 2024 | £1,126 |
| 2025 | £1,156 |
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Local health safety net
Signature House is backed by a local NHS health network. The nearest A&E is Dorset County Hospital, 0.4 miles away. The local GP practice is ATRIUM HEALTH CENTRE, 0.1 miles away, rated ‘Good’ by the CQC.
Nearest services from NHS ODS + postcodes.io + CQC, by straight-line distance.
Community & connection in Dorchester
Local clubs, charities and support groups that help older residents stay active and connected.
Age UK Dorchester Ltd
The core purpose of Age UK Dorchester is to support older people to live in their own homes for as long as they want and ensure that the voices of older people in North, South and West Dorset are…
The Dorset Carers Hub
We support unpaid carers and their families throughOne-to-one supportAdvocacyForm completion assistanceTraining coursesCarers CardDrop-in serviceFree arts and crafts activitiesFree hot drinks and…
Part of Amica Care Trust
Signature House is one of 3 homes run by Amica Care Trust on AskBart. See how the group's homes are rated and where it operates.
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Information last reviewed October 2026.
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