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122 Ringwood Road. Ferndown, Dorset, BH22 9AW

Welcome to Fernhill in Ferndown, Dorset

Fernhill Dementia Care Home is a purpose-built home in Ferndown, Dorset, dedicated to meet the needs of people living with dementia. Rated ‘Outstanding’ by the CQC, our bright and cheery home has been carefully designed to stimulate memory and enjoyment, and provide a safe and inclusive environment for our residents.

We take a person centred approach to care, taking the time to fully understand residents’ circumstances so that we may provide care of the highest standard that meets their individual’s needs.

Every photo you’ll see on this website is of real residents and staff, because the quality of life at Fernhill is not just a promise, it’s a reality.

Living Well With Dementia

At Fernhill we offer a completely different dementia care experience, guided by our philosophy of ‘living well with dementia.’ Our dedicated dementia community promotes a stimulating and engaging environment where residents who are living with dementia can live life at their own pace, maintaining a sense of purpose, independence and belonging.

Living Well With Dementia

“We do our very best to make life as easy and comfortable as possible for our residents, and helping them to live well with dementia ” – Lorraine Bell, Home Manager

This is Us

We take pride in creating a rich and fulfilling environment, with a friendly and compassionate team who ensure our residents have everything they need to live well at our dedicated dementia care home in Ferndown. We are living life to our full capabilities, with positivity, empathy, compassion and respect.

Fulfilling a cinema drive-thru wish for residents

Fulfilling a cinema drive-thru wish for residents

Joyce having a selfie with domino the alpaca

Joyce having a selfie with domino the alpaca

Shelia enjoying a sing a long with Companion Cara

Shelia enjoying a sing a long with Companion Cara

 Dementia Action Week Charity Bike Ride

Dementia Action Week Charity Bike Ride

Carol enjoying a teddy bear's picnic

Carol enjoying a teddy bear’s picnic

Kiki receiving a gorgeous bouquet of flowers

Kiki receiving a gorgeous bouquet of flowers

Mike enjoying a taster experience on the Swanage railway

Mike enjoying a taster experience on the Swanage railway

June, Anne, and Kiki having a blast at a Filipino Barrio Festival

June, Anne, and Kiki having a blast at a Filipino Barrio Festival

 Art class with Angela

Art class with Angela

Kath enjoying a session with Truth Be Told

Kath enjoying a session with Truth Be Told

An afternoon of music and dancing at Fernhill

An afternoon of music and dancing at Fernhill

A minibus trip to Swanage

A minibus trip to Swanage

Lesley and Wellbeing Champion, Angela, face-painting at our summer fete

Lesley and Wellbeing Champion, Angela, face-painting at our summer fete

Kiki and Companion, Mietzy, sharing a laugh

Kiki and Companion, Mietzy, sharing a laugh

Kiki, June, Gwen, Patrick, Joyce and Carol enjoying the sunny day, playing games in our garden.

Kiki, June, Gwen, Patrick, Joyce and Carol enjoying the sunny day, playing games in our garden.

A visit from some weird and wonderful animals from Creature Teachers

A visit from some weird and wonderful animals from Creature Teachers

Dorothy trying her hand at table tennis

Dorothy trying her hand at table tennis

Irish enjoying World Cocktail Day

Irish enjoying World Cocktail Day

24 Hour DEMENTIA & NURSING CARE

The residents of Fernhill, and every home in the Colten Care family, benefit from having Colten Care employed nurses on-site at all times, 24 hours a day, seven days a week.

Our residents enjoy their homely surroundings, vibrant atmosphere and beautiful gardens safe in the knowledge 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.

We believe this comprehensive approach is essential to deliver the best possible care for our residents, to give reassurance to their loved ones, and to ensure continuity of care should their care needs increase over time.

We also provide access to an Admiral Nurse, who is a specialist dementia care nurse who gives expert practical, clinical and emotional support to families facing the challenges of dementia.

Your Care Services

Dedicated Dementia

At Fernhill, we offer a completely different dementia care experience, guided by our philosophy of ‘living well with dementia.’ Our dedicated dementia community promotes a stimulating and engaging environment where residents who are living with dementia can live life at their own pace, maintaining a sense of purpose, independence and belonging.

Assisted Care

Our dementia 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.

Nursing Care

Our 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.

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.

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.

Wish You Were Here!

We aim to make every day worth writing about, and our residents enjoy keeping loved ones up to date with what they’ve been up to at Fernhill. Here are some of their recent highlights.

27 Oct 2024

Garden Walks

An autumnal garden walk gave residents the chance to connect with nature and each other.  Richard whistled ‘She’ll be Coming…
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23 Oct 2024

Making Music

Residents had a wonderful time with High Pine Music.  There were lots of percussion instruments available in this interactive session:…
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20 Oct 2024

Let’s Make an Apple Tart

Lots of our residents love baking and decided to bake an apple tart this week.  Companion Ann Marie kindly cut…
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10 Oct 2024

Gwen’s Wish Come True

Resident Gwen expressed a wish to relive her working days.  Gwen worked in a Sainsbury’s store from 1974 to 1995;…
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A woman in an armchair reaches out to stroke a a palomino and cream mix miniature pony.
01 Oct 2024

Sammy, The Miniature Pony, Comes to Wish Shelia Happy Birthday

Resident Sheila said that she would love to see more animals in the home, so we arranged a special visit…
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Former RAF pilot, Anthony, and his daughter, Kate, pose for a photo in a café. In front of them is a black and white photo of Anthony as a young pilot.
26 Sep 2024

Anthony’s Wish

A former RAF pilot, Anthony spent his youth flying the legendary Tiger Moth. He told us that it was his…
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Wife of Resident at Fernhill

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

“I have been very happy with my husband’s stay. The carers have all been very attentive, caring, and efficient.”

Daughter of Resident at Fernhill

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

“Thank you to everyone at Fernhill for providing a welcoming, secure and caring environment for Dad. I was made very welcome at all times: everyone was very courteous, kind, and caring and nothing was too much trouble. It was so pleasing to observe that Dad’s care was individualized at all times and I noticed that staff went out of their way to help residents to feel included in whatever was happening and no one was left out.”

Daughter of Resident at Fernhill

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

The staff are all friendly and amazing and create a fantastic, calm atmosphere.

Wife of Resident at Fernhill

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

“He loves the staff, the food, chatting with others, and the occasional minibus outing. All the staff – from management to reception and carers are kind, approachable, and sensitive to my husband and my own needs.”

Daughter of Resident at Fernhill

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

“Mum is always treated well. All the staff are kind and friendly. She enjoys all the activities and food. She always seems happy to attend daycare and entertainment. I am more than happy with the care and attention she receives and I know she is safe and well looked after.”

Daughter of Resident at Fernhill

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

“On behalf of myself and my family we would like to thank and congratulate your wonderful home and staff at Fernhill. It had been our mother’s home for thirteen years and the care and kindness she received in this time was so appreciated and gave us great confidence after visiting, to leave her in capable hands knowing she was cared for and loved by the dedicated team. My thanks also to the excellent chef who catered for mums wake with such enthusiasm and kindness… and his oh so delicious cake on this sad day and all of mums past happier celebrations.”

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How we’re doing

Finding the right care home for a loved one is about trust. At Fernhill, you can be confident in the quality of care we provide.

CQC Rating: Outstanding

Fernhill

CQC Overall Rating

Outstanding

31 October 2019

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Fernhill offers dedicated residential, nursing and palliative care for older people living with dementia.

The CQC overall rating for Fernhill is “Outstanding”.

Fernhill has 58 ensuite rooms, a hair salon, a minibus for local trips, and themed rooms for reminiscence therapy

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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 dementia care home in Ferndown, we’re here to help.