Somerleigh Court
Somerleigh Court is a nursing home in Dorchester, Dorset (DT1 1AQ). It holds a CQC rating of Good.
About Somerleigh Court
Somerleigh Court is a nursing home in Dorchester. We provide nursing care for older people, we support people living with dementia, and we offer respite stays alongside permanent places. With nurses on duty at every hour, medication, skin care, nutrition, pain and mobility are managed here, and a change in somebody's condition is noticed by people who know how they usually are rather than by a stranger reading a chart. A good deal that would otherwise become a hospital admission is handled in the person's own room instead. We work closely with GPs and community teams and we tell relatives about changes promptly rather than waiting to be asked. Being kept informed is part of the care rather than a courtesy added to it. We are careful that the clinical side does not take over the day. People are helped to dress properly, to eat food they actually like, to get outside and to see whoever they want at whatever hour suits. We also care for people at the end of life, and we aim to do it with pain managed and family welcome at any time. Our most recent overall rating from the Care Quality Commission is good. Please come and visit if you are considering nursing care locally.
Care provided at Somerleigh Court
- Older person care
- Dementia care
- Respite care
- Last CQC inspection: 2 April 2020
Read the full inspection report on the CQC website.
Common questions about Somerleigh Court
Where is Somerleigh Court located?
Somerleigh Court is a nursing home in Dorchester, Dorset, DT1 1AQ. You can view its exact location and get directions from the map on this page.
What type of care does Somerleigh Court provide?
Somerleigh Court is registered to provide nursing and 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 Somerleigh Court's CQC rating?
Somerleigh Court is registered with and inspected by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). Its most recent overall rating is Good following its last inspection on 2 April 2020. You can read the full CQC report from the link on this page.
Does Somerleigh Court provide dementia care?
Yes. Somerleigh Court supports people living with dementia. We recommend contacting the home directly to discuss your individual situation.
Does Somerleigh Court offer respite or short-term care?
Yes. Somerleigh Court offers respite and short-term care. Availability changes regularly, so it is best to enquire directly.
Questions families ask about Somerleigh Court
Can Mum or Dad stay here if their dementia gets worse?
Yes. Somerleigh Court 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. Somerleigh Court is registered to provide nursing care, so registered nurses are part of the team.
Can they try a short stay before deciding?
Yes. Yes. Somerleigh Court 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. Somerleigh Court 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
Somerleigh Court 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 Somerleigh Court. Actual fees depend on the room, the level of care and how it is funded.
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