Aucklands Care

Logo of Aucklands Care, a care home in Bournemouth, Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole, offering older person care, dementia care, mental health care and learning disability and autism support.

Aucklands Care is a residential care home in Bournemouth, Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole (BH6 3ET). It holds a CQC rating of Outstanding.

About Aucklands Care

Aucklands Care in Bournemouth is a residential home supporting older people and younger adults. Our experience covers dementia, learning disabilities and autism, mental health needs, sensory loss, and support for people in recovery from alcohol or drug misuse. Respite stays are part of what we do. Supporting that mix well depends on treating people as individuals rather than as categories. Somebody living with dementia, somebody managing a long standing mental health condition and somebody rebuilding a life after addiction need very different things from us, and the common factor is not a method but an attitude: we ask, we listen, and we do not assume we know best about a life we have not lived. Practically, that means plans written with the person, help with personal care and medication given the way they prefer, routines that belong to them rather than to the rota, and a house where people can have company or keep to themselves. We are consistent about expectations because people tell us clarity helps more than indulgence, and we work closely with GPs and community teams. Our most recent inspection by the Care Quality Commission rated us outstanding overall. We were pleased by it, and we read it mainly as a sign that the ordinary daily things are being done properly and consistently.

Care provided at Aucklands Care

Read the full inspection report on the CQC website.

Common questions about Aucklands Care

Where is Aucklands Care located?

Aucklands Care is a residential care home in Bournemouth, Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole, BH6 3ET. You can view its exact location and get directions from the map on this page.

What type of care does Aucklands Care provide?

Aucklands Care is registered to provide residential personal care, with support that includes Older person care, Dementia care, Mental health care, Learning disability and autism support, Sensory impairment support, Younger adults care. The full list of services is shown on this page.

What is Aucklands Care's CQC rating?

Aucklands Care is registered with and inspected by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). Its most recent overall rating is Outstanding following its last inspection on 14 December 2023. You can read the full CQC report from the link on this page.

Does Aucklands Care provide dementia care?

Yes. Aucklands Care supports people living with dementia. We recommend contacting the home directly to discuss your individual situation.

Does Aucklands Care offer respite or short-term care?

Yes. Aucklands Care offers respite and short-term care. Availability changes regularly, so it is best to enquire directly.

Questions families ask about Aucklands Care

Can Mum or Dad stay here if their dementia gets worse?

Yes. Aucklands Care is registered for dementia care, so someone whose needs increase can usually stay rather than move.

Is there a nurse on site if health needs change?

No. Aucklands Care is a residential care home without on-site nursing. District nurses and GPs visit, but someone who needs daily nursing may have to move to a nursing home.

Can they try a short stay before deciding?

Yes. Yes. Aucklands Care offers respite and short stays, which is a good way to see whether the home is the right fit.

Will they support end of life care, so there is no move at the hardest time?

Ask the home. End of life care is not listed on the register. Ask the manager whether residents can remain in the home with hospice or district nurse support.

Can she bring her cat or dog?

Ask the home. The home has not told us its pet policy yet. Ask directly; some homes allow small pets in residents' rooms or welcome visiting dogs.

Can a couple stay together?

Ask the home. We do not know whether the home has rooms for couples. Ask about shared or adjoining rooms if this matters.

Will the council help pay, or is it self funded only?

Ask the home. The home has not told us which funding it accepts. Most homes take both council funded and self funded residents; ask about council rates and any top up.

Do they take younger adults as well as older people?

Yes. Yes. Aucklands Care supports younger adults as well as older people.

Can I visit before deciding, and are there visiting hours?

Ask the home. Every home should welcome a visit. Call to arrange one, ideally at a mealtime or during an activity, and ask about visiting hours for family.

Typical weekly fees in the South West

Aucklands Care has not published its fees yet. These are typical weekly fees for the South West, so you know roughly what to expect before you call.

Indicative figures for the South West, not a quote from Aucklands Care. Actual fees depend on the room, the level of care and how it is funded.

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