St Bridgets Care Centre, Bournemouth
CQC Inspection Breakdown
| Safe | Good |
| Effective | Good |
| Caring | Good |
| Responsive | Good |
| Well-led | Good |
About St Bridgets Care Centre
St Bridgets Care Centre is registered to provide personal care to up to 12 people. Nursing care is not provided. At the time of assessment, the home was supporting 8 people, including people living with dementia. The assessment took place between 21 October 2024 and 25 October 2024.
What residents and families say
“Being able to talk to the [registered] manager or the owner saves all the messing around. I am really contented here; this is by far the best care home I've been in and that's how I feel about it.”
Source: CQC inspection report
Specialisms
About St Bridgets Care Centre
Based in Bournemouth, within Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole, St Bridgets Care Centre is a residential care home that aims to provide a warm and reassuring environment for every resident. The home is operated by Mr Anthony Howell and can accommodate up to 12 residents. Following their most recent inspection on 07/11/2024, the Care Quality Commission rated St Bridgets Care Centre as Good. Across the five inspection categories, the home scored Good for Safe, Effective, Caring, Responsive, Well-led. The home caters to a range of care needs, including sensory impairments, caring for adults over 65 yrs and physical disabilities. The service supports older people, physical disability, sensory impairment. The BH3 postcode area has 8 registered care homes with a combined 133 beds — so there are options to compare in the local area.
Finding the right care home is a deeply personal decision, and we hope this information helps you and your family feel more confident as you explore your options. Every person deserves care that respects their individuality, and the right home will feel welcoming from the moment you walk through the door.
St Bridgets Care Centre is one of the care homes in Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole — a local authority with 135 CQC-registered homes, 126 of which are rated Good or Outstanding.
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Further Reading & Official Sources
- Official CQC inspection report for St Bridgets Care Centre
- View St Bridgets Care Centre on Google Maps
- NHS care home finder near BH3 7BY
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What to Expect When Visiting
When visiting a residential care home, pay attention to the atmosphere as much as the facilities. The best homes feel warm, unhurried, and genuinely caring — like a place where your loved one could feel at home.
- Try to visit at different times of day, including mealtimes, to see the home in action.
- Speak with staff and, if possible, current residents or their families about their experience.
- Ask how the home supports residents who may need nursing care in the future.
- Look at the communal spaces — do they feel welcoming, clean, and well-used?
- Assess the accessibility of corridors, bathrooms, and outdoor areas for wheelchair users.
Questions to Ask When Visiting
It can be hard to know what to ask during a care home visit. Here are some questions tailored to St Bridgets Care Centre's type of care that may help guide your conversation:
- 1 What happens if a resident's care needs increase beyond what you can provide?
- 2 How do you support residents to stay active and connected to their community?
- 3 Can residents personalise their rooms with their own furniture and belongings?
- 4 What does a typical day look like for someone living here?
For a more complete checklist, see our guide to choosing a care home.
Official CQC Inspection Report
The Care Quality Commission last inspected St Bridgets Care Centre on 07/11/2024 and rated it Good. The full report includes detailed findings on safety, staffing, and quality of care.
Read the full CQC reportWhat families typically look for
- - How friendly and attentive the care staff are day-to-day
- - What activities and social events are available for residents
- - How the home handles changing care needs over time
These reflect common priorities we see from families researching care homes. For personalised advice, we recommend visiting in person and speaking to current families.
Frequently Asked Questions
What happens if a resident's care needs increase beyond what you can provide?
CQC rated St Bridgets Care Centre as Good for Responsive care on 07/11/2024, which includes how the home adapts to residents' changing needs. Ask what the home's protocol is when a resident needs a higher level of nursing care — whether they support a managed transition or have partnerships with local nursing homes.
How do you support residents to stay active and connected to their community?
CQC rated St Bridgets Care Centre as Good for Caring on 07/11/2024. This domain covers how staff support residents' emotional wellbeing, social connection, and sense of purpose. During your visit, ask to see the activities timetable and speak with current residents or their families about daily life.
Can residents personalise their rooms with their own furniture and belongings?
Most residential care homes encourage residents to bring personal furniture and belongings to make their room feel like home. When visiting St Bridgets Care Centre, ask about room sizes, any restrictions on furniture, and whether residents can hang pictures and decorate their space as they wish. A personalised room can make a significant difference to a resident's sense of comfort and identity.
What does a typical day look like for someone living here?
With 12 residents and care tailored to sensory impairments, daily routines at St Bridgets Care Centre will be shaped around individual needs. During your visit, observe the lunchtime atmosphere, ask about morning routines and whether residents have flexibility around wake-up times and meal choices, and check what a typical afternoon looks like.
What is the CQC rating for St Bridgets Care Centre?
St Bridgets Care Centre in Bournemouth is rated Good by the Care Quality Commission. The most recent inspection was on 07/11/2024. The home has 12 beds.
How many beds does St Bridgets Care Centre have?
St Bridgets Care Centre has 12 beds and operates as a residential care home in Bournemouth.
Location
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