Shire House Care Home

Shire House Care Home is a residential care home in Lyme Regis, Dorset (DT7 3ES). It holds a CQC rating of Good.

About Shire House Care Home

We are Shire House Care Home in Lyme Regis, Dorset. We look after older people who are finding it difficult to manage at home on their own, and we take respite bookings for shorter stays. We have kept our focus clear rather than trying to be all things to everyone. Residential care for older people is what we do. Doing it properly means knowing each person well: their history, the work they did, the family names, what comforts them and what reliably unsettles them. Staff who carry that knowledge are the ones who notice quickly when somebody is unwell or out of sorts. Beyond that, much of what makes a day here good is quite unremarkable. A decent breakfast at a time that suits you. Your own chair and your own belongings. A walk out when the weather allows. Company if you want it and quiet if you would rather, and somebody with the time to sit down and properly listen. We also think a home should stay part of its own town. Lyme Regis and the sea are on the doorstep, and we support people to keep up the connections they already have. Our most recent overall rating from the Care Quality Commission is good. Relatives are welcome at any reasonable hour. Please ring us and come and see the home.

Care provided at Shire House Care Home

Read the full inspection report on the CQC website.

Common questions about Shire House Care Home

Where is Shire House Care Home located?

Shire House Care Home is a residential care home in Lyme Regis, Dorset, DT7 3ES. You can view its exact location and get directions from the map on this page.

What type of care does Shire House Care Home provide?

Shire House Care Home is registered to provide residential personal care, with support that includes Older person care, Respite care. The full list of services is shown on this page.

What is Shire House Care Home's CQC rating?

Shire House Care Home is registered with and inspected by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). Its most recent overall rating is Good following its last inspection on 31 March 2025. You can read the full CQC report from the link on this page.

Does Shire House Care Home offer respite or short-term care?

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

Questions families ask about Shire House Care Home

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

No. Shire House Care Home 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. Shire House Care Home 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. Shire House Care Home 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. Shire House Care Home 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

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

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