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Castle ViewDorset
Rated:GoodNursing

Castle View

Bridport Road, Poundbury, Dorchester, Dorset, DT1 2NH
01305756476
Care Type

Nursing Care

Last Inspection

4 June 2019

Provider

Colten Care (1993) Limited

Beds

57 beds

About Castle View

Castle View is a nursing home in Dorset, providing care and support for older people. The findings below set out what the CQC found on its most recent inspection.

Castle View accommodates up to 57 older people across three floors accessible by stairs or lift. At the time of inspection, 55 people were using the service. The home places strong emphasis on eating and drinking well, with staff demonstrating good knowledge of individual dietary needs.

A 'night owl menu' provides snacks and light meals during evening and overnight hours, while a smoothie menu helps boost nutritional intake. Systems are in place to carefully monitor people's nutritional needs throughout their care.

Staff receive induction and continual learning to carry out their roles effectively in providing care and support to residents.

Source: CQC inspection report, 4 June 2019

Specialist Care

Older peopleYounger adults

Facilities & Amenities

GardenActivities ProgrammeLaundry ServiceDining Room

Could the NHS fund Castle View's fees?

The average nursing home costs £1,535 per week. That's £79,820 a year. NHS Continuing Healthcare could cover all of it. No means test, no contribution from you.

Location

Bridport Road, Poundbury, Dorchester, Dorset, DT1 2NH

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Castle View

CQC overall rating

Good

Last inspection: 4 June 2019

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