Dorset Supported Living
Dorset Supported Living is a home care agency in Poole, Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole (BH17 7FJ). It holds a CQC rating of Good.
About Dorset Supported Living
We at Dorset Supported Living are proud to provide compassionate home care across Poole and the wider Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole area, supporting people to live well and independently in the place they know best: their own home. Based in the BH postcode area on the beautiful South West coast, our team works throughout local communities in Poole, reaching residents wherever they call home. Whether that is a long established family house, a flat in town, or supported accommodation, we bring our care directly to the doorstep, ensuring familiar surroundings remain at the heart of every person's daily life. Poole offers a welcoming coastal setting, and we feel privileged to support people within such a vibrant community. Our care reflects the diverse needs of the people we support. We specialise in older person care and dementia care, offering gentle, person centred support for those navigating memory loss or the changes that can come with age. For younger adults and individuals living with a learning disability or autism, we focus on building confidence, encouraging independence, and supporting meaningful daily routines. We also provide thoughtful care for people with mental health needs, physical disabilities, and visual or hearing impairments, tailoring every visit to the individual rather than the diagnosis. In practice, this means our team takes time to understand each person we support, their history, their preferences, their goals, and the small details that make a day feel right. Families can expect open communication, consistent faces wherever possible, and a flexible approach that adapts as needs change. We believe good home care is about more than tasks completed; it is about preserving dignity, nurturing relationships, and creating moments of genuine connection. We are pleased to hold an overall Good rating from the Care Quality Commission, with an Outstanding rating in the Responsive domain. That Outstanding recognition reflects something we hold dear: the ability to listen carefully, respond promptly, and shape care around the changing wishes and circumstances of each person we support. Alongside Good ratings for Safe, Effective, Caring and Well led, this independent assessment offers families reassurance that the care we deliver meets high standards across every area of practice. Choosing care for someone you love is one of the most important decisions a family can make, and we understand the weight of that responsibility. If you are exploring home care in Poole or the surrounding area, we warmly invite you to get in touch. We would be delighted to talk through your situation, answer your questions, and help you feel confident about the next step, whatever that may look like for your family.
Care provided at Dorset Supported Living
- Older person care
- Dementia care
- Mental health care
- Learning disability and autism support
- Physical disability support
- Sensory impairment support
- Younger adults care
- Covers approximately 10 miles
- Last CQC inspection: 24 November 2018
Read the full inspection report on the CQC website.
Common questions about Dorset Supported Living
Where is Dorset Supported Living located?
Dorset Supported Living is a home care agency based in Poole, Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole (BH17 7FJ), providing care to people in their own homes within approximately 10 miles of the area.
What type of care does Dorset Supported Living provide?
Dorset Supported Living is registered to provide care in people’s own homes, with support that includes Older person care, Dementia care, Mental health care, Learning disability and autism support, Physical disability support, Sensory impairment support. The full list of services is shown on this page.
What is Dorset Supported Living's CQC rating?
Dorset Supported Living is registered with and inspected by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). Its most recent overall rating is Good following its last inspection on 24 November 2018. You can read the full CQC report from the link on this page.
Does Dorset Supported Living provide dementia care?
Yes. Dorset Supported Living supports people living with dementia. We recommend contacting the agency directly to discuss your individual situation.
Questions families ask about Dorset Supported Living
Can they support someone living with dementia at home?
Yes. Yes. Dorset Supported Living is registered for dementia care in people's own homes.
Can they help with medication and nursing tasks?
Ask the home. Most home care agencies prompt or give medication but do not provide nursing tasks. Ask what their carers are trained to do.
Do they cover our area?
Yes. Dorset Supported Living covers roughly 10 miles from Poole.
Will the council help pay?
Ask the home. The agency has not told us which funding it accepts. Most take both council funded and self funded clients; a direct payment from the council can be used to pay them.
Typical home care fees in the South West
Dorset Supported Living has not published its fees yet. These are typical hourly rates for the South West, so you know roughly what to expect before you call.
- Home care (per hour): £28 to £33 per hour, typical range
Indicative figures for the South West, not a quote from Dorset Supported Living. Actual fees depend on the room, the level of care and how it is funded.
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