St Cecilia

St Cecilia is a residential care home in Poole, Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole (BH12 1ES). It holds a CQC rating of Good.

About St Cecilia

St Cecilia is a residential care home in Poole for older people who need help with daily living, including many people living with dementia. We offer respite stays as well as permanent places. We are a house rather than an institution and we work to keep it feeling that way. People bring their own furniture and photographs, keep their own hours, choose where to spend the day and get help with washing and dressing at their own pace and as privately as we can manage. Meals are cooked here with real choice at each one, and food matters a great deal to how people feel about a day. Dementia care here rests on familiarity and patience. We learn a person's life story with their family when they arrive and keep adding to it, so that when words become harder we still have ways of offering comfort and recognition, and we keep the rhythm of the day predictable because that does more good than any amount of organised activity. We keep an eye on health without turning the place into a clinic. If somebody seems off colour we act on it early, involve the surgery and the district nurses, and tell families what is happening rather than waiting for them to ask. Our most recent inspection by the Care Quality Commission rated the home good overall. Anyone thinking about a move is welcome to visit and talk to the people who live here.

Care provided at St Cecilia

Read the full inspection report on the CQC website.

Common questions about St Cecilia

Where is St Cecilia located?

St Cecilia is a residential care home in Poole, Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole, BH12 1ES. You can view its exact location and get directions from the map on this page.

What type of care does St Cecilia provide?

St Cecilia is registered to provide residential personal care, with support that includes Older person care, Dementia care, Respite care. The full list of services is shown on this page.

What is St Cecilia's CQC rating?

St Cecilia is registered with and inspected by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). Its most recent overall rating is Good following its last inspection on 29 October 2025. You can read the full CQC report from the link on this page.

Does St Cecilia provide dementia care?

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

Does St Cecilia offer respite or short-term care?

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

Questions families ask about St Cecilia

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

Yes. St Cecilia 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. St Cecilia 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. St Cecilia 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?

No. St Cecilia is registered for older people. Younger adults are not listed.

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

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

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