Forest Edge
Forest Edge is a residential care home in Southampton, Hampshire (SO40 2NF). It holds a CQC rating of Requires Improvement.
About Forest Edge
We at Forest Edge are proud to offer a welcoming residential care home in Southampton, providing compassionate older person care and specialist support for those living with dementia and complex needs. Nestled within the wider Hampshire community, our home offers a calm and reassuring base for residents seeking comfort, dignity, and a genuine sense of belonging. Our setting in the SO postcode area places us within easy reach of local amenities whilst benefiting from the peaceful surroundings that make the South East such a treasured place to call home. Families visiting from across Southampton and the surrounding Hampshire villages find us accessible and welcoming, and residents enjoy a homely environment where familiar routines, gentle company, and thoughtful touches shape everyday life. At the heart of what we do is a broad range of specialist care designed to meet each resident as an individual. Alongside residential care for older people, we support those living with dementia, mental health needs, physical disabilities, and visual or hearing impairments. In practice, this means our team takes time to understand each person's history, preferences, and abilities, adapting daily routines so that residents feel safe, understood, and empowered to live as independently as possible. For those living with dementia, we focus on familiar rhythms, sensory reassurance, and calm surroundings that reduce anxiety and encourage moments of connection. For residents with sensory impairments, we adjust communication and the environment to keep them engaged and confident in their day. We also offer respite care, giving family carers the reassurance of a short stay in trusted hands. Whether following a hospital discharge, during a family holiday, or simply to allow a loved one to enjoy company and a change of scene, our respite guests receive the same warm welcome and attentive care as our permanent residents. Our most recent CQC inspection, carried out in July 2023, rated Forest Edge as Requires Improvement overall. We were pleased that inspectors recognised our home as Good in the Effective, Caring, and Responsive domains, reflecting the kindness of our team, the quality of the support we provide, and the way we tailor care to each resident. The report also identified areas within Safe and Well led where further improvement is needed, and we take this feedback seriously. We are committed to strengthening these areas and to being open with families about the steps we are taking to raise standards across every part of our home. Choosing a care home for someone you love is one of the most important decisions a family can make, and we understand the questions and emotions that come with it. If you are considering care in Southampton or the wider Hampshire area, we warmly invite you to get in touch, ask questions, and arrange a visit so you can see our home for yourself and meet the people who make Forest Edge what it is. We are here to listen, to reassure, and to help you find the right path forward for your loved one.
Care provided at Forest Edge
- Older person care
- Dementia care
- Mental health care
- Physical disability support
- Sensory impairment support
- Respite care
- Last CQC inspection: 1 July 2023
Read the full inspection report on the CQC website.
Common questions about Forest Edge
Where is Forest Edge located?
Forest Edge is a residential care home in Southampton, Hampshire, SO40 2NF. You can view its exact location and get directions from the map on this page.
What type of care does Forest Edge provide?
Forest Edge is registered to provide residential personal care, with support that includes Older person care, Dementia care, Mental health care, Physical disability support, Sensory impairment support, Respite care. The full list of services is shown on this page.
What is Forest Edge's CQC rating?
Forest Edge is registered with and inspected by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). Its most recent overall rating is Requires Improvement following its last inspection on 1 July 2023. You can read the full CQC report from the link on this page.
Does Forest Edge provide dementia care?
Yes. Forest Edge supports people living with dementia. We recommend contacting the home directly to discuss your individual situation.
Does Forest Edge offer respite or short-term care?
Yes. Forest Edge offers respite and short-term care. Availability changes regularly, so it is best to enquire directly.
Questions families ask about Forest Edge
Can Mum or Dad stay here if their dementia gets worse?
Yes. Forest Edge 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. Forest Edge 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. Forest Edge 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. Forest Edge 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 East
Forest Edge has not published its fees yet. These are typical weekly fees for the South East, so you know roughly what to expect before you call.
- Residential care: £1,100 to £1,450 per week per person, typical range
- Dementia care: £1,200 to £1,550 per week per person, typical range
Indicative figures for the South East, not a quote from Forest Edge. Actual fees depend on the room, the level of care and how it is funded.
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