St James' Park Care Home
St James' Park Care Home is a nursing home in Bridport, Dorset (DT6 3EU). It holds a CQC rating of Good.
About St James' Park Care Home
We at St James' Park Care Home are proud to offer dedicated nursing care in the welcoming market town of Bridport, Dorset. Our home provides a calm, supportive environment where residents requiring nursing, dementia, and older person care can feel truly settled, cared for, and respected. Nestled within the DT postcode area of West Dorset, our home benefits from the gentle charm of Bridport, a town known for its friendly community spirit, historic streets, and proximity to the stunning Jurassic Coast. The surrounding area offers a peaceful backdrop for daily life, whilst the town centre remains close enough for family visits and outings. We aim to create interiors that feel comfortable and homely, providing spaces where residents can relax, socialise, and enjoy quiet moments of reflection. Our specialisms span nursing care, dementia care, support for older people, and care for younger adults with complex needs. In practice, this means our team is equipped to support residents whose health requirements may change over time, offering continuity that families often find reassuring. For those living with dementia, we focus on familiar routines, gentle encouragement, and meaningful interaction, helping each person to feel safe and understood. For younger adults receiving care with us, we recognise the importance of independence, personal interests, and individual identity, tailoring our support accordingly. Nursing care is delivered with clinical attentiveness, ensuring that medical needs are met alongside emotional and social wellbeing. We understand that choosing a care home is one of the most significant decisions a family can make. That is why we place such importance on listening, on getting to know each resident as an individual, and on building trusting relationships with relatives and loved ones. Whether a person joins us for long term nursing care or requires specialist dementia support, our aim is to make every day feel purposeful, comfortable, and dignified. Families considering our home may take confidence from our most recent CQC inspection in January 2025, where we were rated Good overall. We were rated Good across all five key domains, namely Safe, Effective, Caring, Responsive, and Well-led. This consistent rating reflects the everyday commitment of our team to deliver care that is thoughtful, professional, and centred on the people who live here. For families, this independent assessment offers reassurance that the standards within our home are being maintained and continually reviewed. If you are exploring nursing or dementia care in Bridport or the wider Dorset area, we warmly invite you to learn more about life at St James' Park Care Home. Whether you are planning ahead or facing a more urgent decision, please feel welcome to reach out. We are here to listen, to answer your questions, and to help you feel confident that your loved one will be in caring, capable hands.
Care provided at St James' Park Care Home
- Older person care
- Dementia care
- Younger adults care
- Respite care
- Last CQC inspection: 7 January 2025
Read the full inspection report on the CQC website.
Common questions about St James' Park Care Home
Where is St James' Park Care Home located?
St James' Park Care Home is a nursing home in Bridport, Dorset, DT6 3EU. You can view its exact location and get directions from the map on this page.
What type of care does St James' Park Care Home provide?
St James' Park Care Home is registered to provide nursing and personal care, with support that includes Older person care, Dementia care, Younger adults care, Respite care. The full list of services is shown on this page.
What is St James' Park Care Home's CQC rating?
St James' Park 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 7 January 2025. You can read the full CQC report from the link on this page.
Does St James' Park Care Home provide dementia care?
Yes. St James' Park Care Home supports people living with dementia. We recommend contacting the home directly to discuss your individual situation.
Does St James' Park Care Home offer respite or short-term care?
Yes. St James' Park Care Home offers respite and short-term care. Availability changes regularly, so it is best to enquire directly.
Questions families ask about St James' Park Care Home
Can Mum or Dad stay here if their dementia gets worse?
Yes. St James' Park Care Home 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?
Yes. Yes. St James' Park Care Home is registered to provide nursing care, so registered nurses are part of the team.
Can they try a short stay before deciding?
Yes. Yes. St James' Park 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?
Yes. Yes. St James' Park Care Home supports younger adults as well as older people.
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 James' Park 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.
- Residential care: £1,000 to £1,300 per week per person, typical range
- Dementia care: £1,100 to £1,400 per week per person, typical range
- Nursing care: £1,250 to £1,600 per week per person, typical range
Indicative figures for the South West, not a quote from St James' Park Care Home. Actual fees depend on the room, the level of care and how it is funded.
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