It’s the care that counts
Compassionate, person-centred care is always at the heart of everything we do
Not-for-profit, always for care
Care South is a not-for-profit charity and leading provider of care homes and care at home services across the south of England.
Find your nearest Care South location
If you’re looking for care for yourself or a loved one, then help is close by. Our warm and welcoming staff provide high-quality care in communities across Dorset, Devon and Somerset.
Wherever you are in your care journey, we’re here to support you
Care homes
Our friendly care homes offer a safe and nurturing environment with a home from home feel.
Our fully managed developments offer a safe way to maintain independence for older people.
Reach out today to begin your journey to high-quality care
All homes rated Good by CQC
We are regulated by the independent Care Quality Commission (CQC) whose role as an independent regulator is to register health and adult social care service providers in England and to check, through inspection and ongoing monitoring, that standards are being met.
This essential national regulator offers a helpful, reassuring snapshot of each specific registered service. At Care South however, our commitment to providing the best possible care 24/7 365 days a year goes further.
Ongoing, accountable, internal audits
The Board and Executive team work closely together to create a safe and caring environment for staff, residents and Care at Home clients alike whilst adhering to the highest of standards.
To ensure these standards are not only met, but exceeded, Care South homes benefit from experienced regional operations teams who are supported by multiple central functions, such as property managers, catering managers, dementia and clinical specialists. There is also a dedicated a care quality team, completing full internal audits (similar to that of a CQC report) at every home on a quarterly basis.
The combination of these internal assessments alongside external assessments can provide reassurance to residents and families that they are receiving the most up to date and best possible care.
Recognised as a Top 20 Care Home provider
This accolade is important to us as it is based on reviews from residents in our care, their families and friends. It is testament to all our care home teams who go above and beyond to ensure our homes are welcoming places where residents feel cared for, respected and supported as individuals.
All reviews are independently verified by a third party so you can feel reassured that what you read is a true reflection of our care and support.
Always high-quality care
Providing high-quality, compassionate care tailored to each individual to enable them to thrive.
Food, Fun and Friendship
Our residents continue living rich and fulfilled lives, doing what they love, with the people they love, enjoying Food, Fun and Friendship together.
Our chefs serve freshly prepared, seasonal food, that looks great and tastes even better!
Our homes are places to enjoy life and continue with hobbies and pastimes, within a vibrant community.
Our homes bring people together, through spending quality time with loved ones or by making new friendships.
Care as individual as you are
We can offer as little or as much help as you or your loved one needs. From residential care to dementia care, our dedicated team will tailor the support to suit each person’s individual needs and preferences.
Enjoy the comforts of home, in a friendly community, with help on hand for assistance with day-to-day tasks.
Recuperate or enjoy respite or a short stay in one of our welcoming homes, with extra support available if you need it.
Holistic, compassionate care by our highly trained team, enables each resident with dementia to live with dignity and respect.
24-hr care and peace of mind knowing that all your medical needs will be taken care of by our experienced nursing team.
Our people, our culture, our values
Our trustees, leadership team and care teams are all guided and inspired by our HEART values of honesty, excellence, approach, respect and teamwork.
Find out who’s on our Board of Trustee Directors, their career backgrounds and what inspires them to be a part of Care South.
Meet our leaders and discover more about their roles and responsibilities at Care South.
We’re proud of our inclusive culture, where everyone is valued and we celebrate what makes each of us unique.
At Care South our values define who we are and guide us in everything we do together.
Caring today and tomorrow
Reinvesting our profits not only ensures high-quality care for our current residents, but it also protects the wellbeing of future generations that will need care and support.
What our residents and families say about Care South
Our testimonials are taken from carehome.co.uk, the leading independent third party review site for the care sector.
Testimonials from residents and relatives
Residents in our care lead rich and fulfilling lives and we want to keep it that way through plenty of Food, Fun and Friendship. Find out more about what residents in our care think of life at Care South.
Latest news and updates
Summer Fayre at St Ives House
Summer Fayre at Maiden Castle House
Summer Fayre at Fairlawn
Big Band & BBQ at Beauchamp House
Summer Fayre at Dorset House
Summer Fayre at Castle Dene
🍺 Cheers to friendship, memories and a perfect afternoon at Talbot View! 🍻
Residents at our Gentlemen's Club recently celebrated National Beer Day with an afternoon of great conversation, music, games, delicious food and, of course, a well-deserved beer.
Using our 'It's a Man's World' reminiscence memory box, residents shared incredible stories from their lives. Fred reflected on his time working on the iconic Concorde, while Peter spoke proudly about his years serving in the Army. There were also fond memories of ballroom dancing, farming and many other life experiences that sparked laughter and conversation around the table.
After winning one of the afternoon's board games, Fred summed up the day perfectly, saying:
💙 "Perfect."
Creating opportunities for residents to reminisce, socialise and enjoy meaningful moments together is all part of life at Talbot View, where Food, Fun and Friendship are at the heart of everything we do.
#TalbotView #CareSouth #NationalBeerDay #FoodFunFriendship #Reminiscence #DementiaCare #ResidentialCare #Bournemouth #LifeAtTalbotView #MakingMemories
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🚴♂️ Marjorie House Sets Off on a Virtual Journey to Paris in Support of PLANETS Charity 💙
The wheels are officially turning at Marjorie House as colleagues prepare to take on an exciting 320km virtual cycle ride from London to Paris in support of cancer charity PLANETS.
The challenge, running from 1 to 6 July, will see staff from Marjorie House and Care South Head Office take turns on a gym bike, with every kilometre cycled helping to mirror the incredible London to Paris in 24 Hours Cycle Ride Challenge while raising awareness of the vital work carried out by PLANETS.
The bike has already had quite the journey of its own, kindly loaned by @naomiandjacks in Winchester before making its way to Marjorie House, where it now takes pride of place and is ready for six days of fundraising fun. Jake was among the first to give it a test ride and couldn't wait to get started!
Everyone at Marjorie House is looking forward to tracking their progress over the coming days and playing their part in supporting the patients and clinicians that PLANETS helps every day.
#FoodFunFriendship #CareSouth #MarjorieHouse #PLANETS #CycleChallenge #Fundraising #Community #MakingADifference 💙🚴🇫🇷
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🏴☠️ Ahoy there! Dorset House residents had a swashbuckling time celebrating Harry Paye Day! ⚓
Residents spent the morning discovering the story of Harry Paye, Poole's legendary pirate, with many learning about his fascinating history for the very first time.
The pirate-themed fun continued with a treasure hunt, searching for hidden pirate pictures, followed by a lively pirate quiz that brought out everyone's competitive spirit.
Our Activities Lead, Amy, fully embraced the occasion by speaking in a pirate voice all day... although she admitted it sounded a little more like a farmer than a pirate! 😂🏴☠️
In the afternoon, residents donned pirate hats and stickers before singing and dancing along to sea shanties, filling the home with laughter, music and smiles.
Days like these are a wonderful way to learn something new, reminisce, have fun together and create lasting memories through Food, Fun and Friendship. 💙
#DorsetHouse #CareSouth #HarryPayeDay #FoodFunFriendship #LifeAtDorsetHouse #CareHomeActivities #PooleHistory #MakingMemories #Hamworthy
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🙏 A Special Visit That Brings Comfort and Joy 💙
Every other Thursday, we're delighted to welcome Reverend Ed from St Barnabas & St John's Church to Castle Dene for a very special church service that means so much to our residents.
Residents and their loved ones come together to enjoy a traditional service with hymns, prayers and Holy Communion in a warm and welcoming atmosphere. 🎶⛪
For those who are unable to join us in the lounge, Reverend Ed takes the time to visit them in their rooms, offering prayers, conversation and Communion so that everyone has the opportunity to take part.
It's always heartwarming to see our residents' faces light up when Reverend Ed arrives. His kindness, compassion and willingness to spend time with each individual make every visit incredibly special, bringing comfort, reassurance and moments of genuine connection.
Thank you, Reverend Ed, for your continued friendship and support of our Castle Dene community. ❤️
Read More: www.care-south.co.uk/castle-dene-residents-enjoy-comfort-connection-and-community-through-fortnig...
#CastleDene #CareSouth #FoodFunFriendship #Community #SpiritualCare #Bournemouth #ResidentialCare #DementiaCare #PersonCentredCare #Wellbeing
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🎉 You're Invited to the St Ives House Summer Fayre! 🎉
Join us for a fantastic afternoon of Food, Fun and Friendship at our annual Summer Fayre! 🌞
Bring your family and friends along to enjoy:
🎤 Live singing entertainment
🍔 Delicious BBQ
🛍️ Craft stalls
🎟️ Raffle and tombola
💙 Fundraising in support of Parkinson's UK
Whether you're visiting loved ones, considering care for yourself or a family member, or simply looking for a great community event, everyone is warmly welcome.
📅 Saturday 4 July 2026
🕑 2:00pm – 4:00pm
📍 St Ives House, Horton Road, Ashley Heath, BH24 2EE
Come along, meet our friendly team, explore our beautiful home and help us raise money for the incredible work of Parkinson's UK.
We can't wait to welcome you! 💙
Facebook Event: fb.me/e/4CQoYjGE3
Find out more at www.care-south.co.uk/event/?id=39
#FoodFunFriendship #SummerFayre #StIvesHouse #CareSouth #AshleyHeath #Ringwood #ParkinsonsUK #CommunityEvent #LiveMusic #FamilyFun
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📚💙 We're delighted to announce that Care South's Community Fund has donated £1,755 to Truth Be Told: Intergenerational Storytelling Groups, helping to bring a year of interactive storytelling sessions to residents at St Ives House.
The sessions, led by Charlotte Leighton from Pinehurst Community Church, bring together residents, local children and families through imaginative storytelling, helping to spark memories, encourage conversation and create meaningful connections across generations.
Truth Be Told has already brought so much joy to residents at Castle Dene, and we're thrilled that St Ives House residents will now enjoy these wonderful weekly sessions too.
Simon Bird, CEO of Care South, said:
💬 *"We are delighted to further support Truth Be Told to deliver their fantastic sessions for more residents to enjoy, explore their creativity and experience the joy of reading with children. At Care South, we love to support our residents to enjoy a wide range of activities, which includes those who enjoy continuing to share in their faith, whatever that may be."*
As a not-for-profit charity, Care South is proud to invest back into initiatives that make a real difference to the lives of our residents, clients and local communities.
A huge thank you to Truth Be Told and Pinehurst Community Church for the fantastic work they do. We can't wait to see the smiles, stories and friendships that grow over the coming year. 💙📖
Read More: www.care-south.co.uk/care-souths-community-fund-donates-1755-to-truth-be-told-storytelling-project/
#StIvesHouse #CareSouth #ItsTheCareThatCounts #CommunityFund #TruthBeTold #Intergenerational #Storytelling #Ringwood #DementiaCare #ResidentialCare #FoodFunAndFriendship #NotForProfitCare 📚✨
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🎣🐟 Kenwith Castle resident Fred was delighted to land the catch of the day after his special wish to go fishing came true!
A lifelong fisherman, Fred shared with the team how much he missed spending time by the water and enjoying one of his favourite hobbies. Wanting to help him reconnect with something that had brought him so much joy throughout his life, the team arranged a special fishing trip on the picturesque lake within the beautiful grounds of Kenwith Castle Care Village.
With a fishing rod and bait sourced by the team, Fred spent a peaceful morning by the water surrounded by stunning countryside views – and it wasn't long before the fish started biting!
In total, Fred caught an impressive seven fish during the trip. 🎣👏
Fred said:
💬 "I really enjoyed it. I managed to catch seven fish in total. I am so thankful to the team at Kenwith Castle for arranging this for me."
The experience was such a success that Fred has already arranged to head back to the lake again with some of his friends from the home.
At Kenwith Castle, our Make a Wish initiative helps residents reconnect with hobbies, passions and interests that have played an important role in their lives. Seeing Fred return to a pastime he loves and create new memories was truly special for everyone involved.
#KenwithCastle #ItsTheCareThatCounts #CareSouth #MakeAWish #Fishing #CatchOfTheDay #MeaningfulMoments #FoodFunAndFriendship #PersonCentredCare #Bideford #NorthDevon 💙🐟🎣
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🌟 What a fantastic Care Home Open Day at Fern Brook Lodge! 🌟
Residents, families and visitors enjoyed a wonderful day filled with memories, laughter and friendship as we opened our doors to the local community.
The morning began with a fascinating reminiscence session led by Jan from Rhymes, Rural and Reminiscence, exploring weddings and celebrations from years gone by. Residents loved sharing their own stories and memories, with many even dressing up for the occasion! 💒💐
In the afternoon, everyone enjoyed a delicious traditional high tea prepared by our talented Head Chef and catering team, before being entertained by musician Les Chaffe. 🎶☕🍰
The room was soon filled with singing, dancing and plenty of smiling faces as residents and their loved ones came together to celebrate.
Resident Andy summed up the day perfectly:
💬 "What a lovely afternoon. I had a great time."
A huge thank you to everyone who joined us and helped make the day so special. It was a wonderful example of the Food, Fun and Friendship that make Fern Brook Lodge such a welcoming place to call home. 💚
Read More: www.care-south.co.uk/fern-brook-lodge-opens-its-doors-for-a-memorable-care-home-open-day/
#FernBrookLodge #CareHomeOpenDay #FoodFunFriendship #ItsTheCareThatCounts #CareSouth #GillinghamDorset #Reminiscence #CommunityConnections #CareHomeLife #MakingMemories #NotForProfitCare #DementiaCare #ResidentialCare #CareSouthFamily 🌿💙
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