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Dorset House is a CQC-registered residential care home based in Poole, Dorset. It is operated by Care South.
The home provides specialist care for sensory impairments, adults under 65, dementia, older adults (65+), physical disabilities. Families looking for care in these areas can contact the home directly for availability and assessments.
As a residential care home, Dorset House provides 24-hour personal care and support for residents who need help with daily activities such as washing, dressing, and meal times, in a safe and homely environment.
The Care Quality Commission (CQC) last inspected Dorset House in September 2022 and rated the service as Good overall. This means the home is performing well and meeting expectations across safety, effectiveness, care quality, responsiveness, and leadership.
Dorset House is located in Poole, within the Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole local authority area in South West.
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| CQC Rating | Good |
| Address | Coles Avenue, Hamworthy, Hamworthy, Poole, Dorset, BH15 4HL |
| Phone | 01202 672427 |
| Website | www.care-south.co.uk |
| Local authority | Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole |
| Region | South West |
| Last inspection | 1 September 2022 |
| Provider | Care South |
Is Dorset House registered with the CQC?
Yes. Dorset House is registered with the Care Quality Commission (CQC), the independent regulator of health and social care in England. You can view the official CQC profile at https://www.cqc.org.uk/location/1-119691686
What type of care does Dorset House provide?
Dorset House provides residential homes, specialising in sensory impairments, caring for adults under 65 yrs, dementia, caring for adults over 65 yrs.
How do I contact Dorset House?
You can contact Dorset House by phone on 01202 672427, or visit them at Coles Avenue, Hamworthy, Hamworthy, Poole, Dorset, BH15 4HL.
What is Dorset House's CQC rating?
Dorset House has been rated "Good" by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). This means the home is performing well and meeting expectations. See the full CQC inspection report at https://www.cqc.org.uk/location/1-119691686
What are Dorset House's CQC domain ratings?
The CQC inspects care homes across five domains. Dorset House's latest published domain ratings are: Safe: Good, Effective: Good, Caring: Good, Responsive: Good, Well-led: Good.
How many care homes are in Poole?
There are 52 CQC-registered care homes in Poole. You can browse the full list at carehomeos.co.uk/care-homes/town/poole.
Residential care homes provide 24-hour personal care and support for older adults or people with disabilities who are unable to live independently. Staff assist with daily activities such as washing, dressing, and meals in a homely environment.
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