Clifton House

Logo of Clifton House, a care home in Bournemouth, Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole, offering mental health care.

Clifton House is a residential care home in Bournemouth, Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole (BH5 1HW). It holds a CQC rating of Good.

About Clifton House

Clifton House is a residential care home in Bournemouth. We support adults living with mental health conditions, and we offer respite stays as well as longer term places. Our approach is recovery focused. That means we assume people can move forward, and we build support around what someone wants their life to look like rather than around managing them. For some residents that is a return to independent living. For others it is stability, routine and a place that feels like theirs for as long as they need it. Both are entirely valid, and we do not push anyone towards one or the other. Day to day, staff are available but not intrusive. People come and go, cook for themselves if they want to, keep their own medication where it is safe to do so, and take part in the running of the house. We hold regular residents meetings and we act on what comes out of them. We work closely with community mental health teams, care coordinators, GPs and, where people want it, with families. Consistency between us and those teams matters enormously, so we keep in regular contact rather than only at review points. Respite here is genuinely planned. People visit beforehand, meet staff and see their room, so arriving is not a shock. The Care Quality Commission rated us good overall most recently. You are welcome to come and see the house for yourself.

Care provided at Clifton House

Read the full inspection report on the CQC website.

Common questions about Clifton House

Where is Clifton House located?

Clifton House is a residential care home in Bournemouth, Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole, BH5 1HW. You can view its exact location and get directions from the map on this page.

What type of care does Clifton House provide?

Clifton House is registered to provide residential personal care, with support that includes Mental health care, Respite care. The full list of services is shown on this page.

What is Clifton House's CQC rating?

Clifton House is registered with and inspected by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). Its most recent overall rating is Good following its last inspection on 28 February 2025. You can read the full CQC report from the link on this page.

Does Clifton House offer respite or short-term care?

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

Questions families ask about Clifton House

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

No. Clifton House is not listed for dementia care on the CQC register. If dementia is likely, choose a home that is, so a second move is not needed later.

Is there a nurse on site if health needs change?

No. Clifton House 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. Clifton House 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?

Ask the home. The register does not say which age groups the home supports. Ask the home.

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

Clifton House 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 Clifton House. Actual fees depend on the room, the level of care and how it is funded.

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