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418 – 424, Ringwood Road, Ferndown, Dorset, BH22 9AX

Welcome to Amberwood House Care Home in Ferndown

Amberwood House in Ferndown offers exceptional residential and nursing care in a welcoming, close-knit community. Rated ‘Outstanding’ by the Care Quality Commission (CQC), our care home is designed to provide comfort, safety, and an enriching lifestyle for older adults in the Ferndown area.

Our care home has 55 bedrooms, with many overlooking our beautifully landscaped gardens. Amberwood House combines luxury with the highest standards of personalised care. Residents can enjoy a variety of relaxing and social spaces, including a cosy library, café, and activity room, along with spacious lounges that open onto our beautiful patio are.

Our compassionate team takes pride in encouraging independence and dignity for every resident. From bespoke care plans to engaging activities, we focus on creating a inclusive and welcoming atmosphere where residents can enjoy each day, and families feel reassured.

 

“We do our very best to make life as easy and comfortable as possible for our residents, making it a place they can call home.” – Diane Nicholls, Home Manager

This is Us

The residents and staff of our Ferndown care home are a family, making memories with each other every day. We are living life to our full capabilities, with positivity, empathy, compassion and respect.

Mary and four-legged friend Treacle enjoying the sunshine

Mary and four-legged friend Treacle enjoying the sunshine

Margery and Joan having a laugh together

Margery and Joan having a laugh together

John and Waitress Esther trying out some jewellery

John and Waitress Esther trying out some jewellery

Maureen getting a manicure from Companion Katie

Maureen getting a manicure from Companion Katie

Lynda savouring a delicious Chinese meal

Lynda savouring a delicious Chinese meal

Wilma participating in "chairobics"

Wilma participating in “chairobics”

John and Companion Katie meeting The Top Hat Riders Motobike Club

John and Companion Katie meeting The Top Hat Riders Motobike Club

Margery and Companion Kirsty decorating gingerbread

Margery and Companion Kirsty decorating gingerbread

Margaret and Shirley sharing a laugh with the Companions

Margaret and Shirley sharing a laugh with the Companions

Valerie being pampered

Valerie being pampered

Noreen sharing a laugh with Chef Bart

Noreen sharing a laugh with Chef Bart

John enjoying some delicious homemade cake

John enjoying some delicious homemade cake

Margaret and her daughter doing a spot of baking

Margaret and her daughter doing a spot of baking

Joan enjoying a game of Scrabble

Joan enjoying a game of Scrabble

‘Outstanding’ Nursing Care in Ferndown

We employ our own nurses

It is inevitable that, sooner or later, most elderly care residents will need nursing care, yet over the last decade, we have seen many care home operators move away from offering nursing care, relying instead on visiting community nurses.

At Amberwood House, we have always believed that nursing is an intrinsic part of elderly care, and that as a care home, we have a moral obligation to provide our residents with whatever care they need, whenever they need it.

Reassurance 24 hours a day, seven days a week

You can’t put a price on peace of mind. We employ highly-skilled nurses to be on-site 24 hours a day, 7 days a week so that our residents can enjoy their homely surroundings, vibrant atmosphere and beautiful gardens with the reassurance that should they require nursing assistance at any time of the day or night, it’s not only available immediately, it’s provided by nurses they know, and who know them.

Our Care Services

Nursing Care

Amberwood House nurses are available for all residents, at all times. We believe that’s the bedrock of a safe and happy home, providing nurse-led care to manage complex medical conditions, whilst ensuring all residents can stay within their familiar and comfortable home setting should their care needs change.

Assisted Care

Our care teams assist with all aspects of daily living for our residents, from personal care to taking regular medications, working flexibly to promote independence providing support to maintain the physical care and comfort of residents.

Residential Care

Our residential care service is designed to provide a comfortable and relaxed home environment where home maintenance, laundry, cooking and housekeeping are taken care of on your behalf.

Short Stay & Respite

We offer the same high quality care services enjoyed by our long-term residents on a short-term basis. Whether it’s for a short period of recovery, a respite break or simply a trial run for those looking for a permanent move, we offer a home from home where residents can live their life, their way.

Dementia Care

Although Amberwood House is not a dementia home, we are committed to supporting our residents to live meaningful and fulfilled lives, and that includes those living with the earlier stages of dementia or cognitive impairment.

End Of Life

We want people to live well with us, making the most of every single day. If that means being together until the end of life, we want our residents to die well with dignity with family around, in familiar surroundings with staff they know well.

Latest Highlights from Amberwood House

Our Companionship Team plan, organise and deliver an exciting and engaging programme of activities specifically tailored to the wishes of residents. We aim to make every day worth writing about! Here are some of our residents’ recent highlights.

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The words of our residents and relatives say more than we ever could.

“My mother has been a resident at Amberwood House for the last nine years. The care she has received during this time has been excellent. As her health has deteriorated, staff have adapted to her needs.”

Daughter of Resident at Amberwood House

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The words of our residents and relatives say more than we ever could.

“Amberwood House is a very safe, homely, and happy place for our Mum to be in. Every member of staff we have met has been very loving and caring to Mum.”

Son of Resident at Amberwood House

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The words of our residents and relatives say more than we ever could.

“I feel so lucky that my mum now has a second family to look after her, everyone from the companions, cleaning, medical, management and carers take time out to check and engage with my mum, above what would be considered as their normal job role.”

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The words of our residents and relatives say more than we ever could.

“Amberwood is truly a special place and the staff there all give 100%, every day in every way. All I can say is thank you from the bottom of my heart.”

Daughter of Resident at Amberwood House

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The words of our residents and relatives say more than we ever could.

“It’s very important, as a family, we are secure in the fact Mum is in the best place and with the best care; Amberwood surpasses that at every level.”

Daughter of Resident at Amberwood House

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The words of our residents and relatives say more than we ever could.

“Amazing care home! My mother is very happy and looked after extremely well.”

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Have Confidence in our Care

Finding the right care home is a big decision, and hearing from those who know us best can make all the difference. We want you to feel confident in the quality of care we provide.

CQC Rating: Good

Amberwood House

CQC Overall Rating

Good

21 June 2019

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Other Colten Care Homes Nearby

Amberwood House is part of the Colten Care family, and has seven sister care homes located nearby in Ferndown, Bournemouth, Poole, and Christchurch. We offer a range of care services, including residential, nursing, and dementia care. All of our homes are rated ‘Good’ or ‘Outstanding’ by the CQC. Explore our other care homes to discover how we uphold high standards of care, compassion, and community across all our locations.

Whether you’re looking for specific care services or a welcoming atmosphere, we’re here to help you find the ideal care home for your loved one.

 

FAQ

Yes, our home is part of Colten Care, a family-owned, independent, award-winning care home provider founded in Lymington in 1981. Colten Care have 21 homes across the South that provide nursing, residential and dementia care.

Amberwood House is not a dedicated dementia care home, but we do support residents in the earlier stages of dementia or cognitive impairment. Our care team understands and supports symptoms like memory loss, difficulty concentrating, and mood changes. For more complex needs, our nearby dedicated dementia communities provide specialist care in environments designed specifically for people living with dementia. You can find out more about these below.

 

The CQC overall rating for Amberwood House is “Outstanding”.

Amberwood House has 54 ensuite rooms, spacious lounge areas, a café, fully equipped hair salon, and popular garden area, as well as a minibus for trips to the local area.

We have 21 care homes across the South of the UK, each dedicated to high-quality residential, nursing, and dementia care. Discover more about our locations and find the right home for your needs.

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Whether you’d like an initial chat about the care we provide, you have a question about our all-inclusive fees, or you’d like more information about our care home in Ferndown, we’re here to help.