Kingfishers
Kingfishers is a nursing home in New Milton, Hampshire (BH25 7FJ). It holds a CQC rating of Outstanding.
About Kingfishers
We at Kingfishers are proud to offer compassionate nursing home care in the welcoming coastal town of New Milton, Hampshire. Nestled within the BH postcode area on the edge of the New Forest, our home provides a warm and supportive environment for older people and younger adults who require professional nursing support. Our setting in New Milton offers the best of both worlds for residents and their loved ones, with the gentle pace of a much loved market town complemented by the natural beauty of the surrounding Hampshire countryside and nearby coastline. The South East location makes visiting straightforward for family members travelling from across the region, and the peaceful atmosphere creates a calming backdrop for daily life at the home. At Kingfishers, our specialisms are centred on older person care, nursing care, and support for younger adults. In practice, this means our team is experienced in meeting a wide range of clinical and personal needs, from age related conditions to the more complex requirements that come with younger adults living with long term health challenges. We understand that every resident arrives with their own story, preferences, and routines, and we work closely with families to ensure that care is shaped around the individual rather than the other way around. For relatives, this offers reassurance that loved ones receive skilled nursing attention alongside the everyday kindness that turns a place of care into a place that feels like home. Our dedication to high quality care is reflected in our Outstanding overall rating from the Care Quality Commission, awarded following inspection. Within that rating, we were recognised as Outstanding in both Responsive and Well-led, with Good ratings across Safe, Effective, and Caring. For families, an Outstanding CQC rating is a meaningful indicator that the standards of leadership and personalised care here go above and beyond what is expected. It speaks to a culture of listening, adapting, and continually striving to do better for the people who call Kingfishers home. Choosing a nursing home is one of the most important decisions a family can make, and we recognise the trust placed in us when a loved one moves through our doors. If you are exploring care options in New Milton or the wider Hampshire area, we warmly invite you to get in touch to learn more about life at Kingfishers and how we might support your family during this next chapter.
Care provided at Kingfishers
- Older person care
- Younger adults care
- Respite care
- Last CQC inspection: 17 March 2020
Read the full inspection report on the CQC website.
Common questions about Kingfishers
Where is Kingfishers located?
Kingfishers is a nursing home in New Milton, Hampshire, BH25 7FJ. You can view its exact location and get directions from the map on this page.
What type of care does Kingfishers provide?
Kingfishers is registered to provide nursing and personal care, with support that includes Older person care, Younger adults care, Respite care. The full list of services is shown on this page.
What is Kingfishers's CQC rating?
Kingfishers is registered with and inspected by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). Its most recent overall rating is Outstanding following its last inspection on 17 March 2020. You can read the full CQC report from the link on this page.
Does Kingfishers offer respite or short-term care?
Yes. Kingfishers offers respite and short-term care. Availability changes regularly, so it is best to enquire directly.
Questions families ask about Kingfishers
Can Mum or Dad stay here if their dementia gets worse?
No. Kingfishers 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?
Yes. Yes. Kingfishers is registered to provide nursing care, so registered nurses are part of the team.
Can they try a short stay before deciding?
Yes. Yes. Kingfishers 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. Kingfishers 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 East
Kingfishers 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
- Nursing care: £1,350 to £1,750 per week per person, typical range
Indicative figures for the South East, not a quote from Kingfishers. Actual fees depend on the room, the level of care and how it is funded.
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