If you are looking for a care home in or near Twyford for yourself, a parent, partner or other family member, The Dower House offers a welcoming option within the Winchester area.
Based in Headbourne Worthy, approximately 15 minutes from Twyford by car, The Dower House has been providing residential and nursing care since 1989. We welcome residents for long-term care as well as short stays, respite and recovery, with experienced nursing support available around the clock.
Finding the right care is about much more than choosing a home based on location. You need to feel confident that your loved one will be comfortable, well supported and treated as an individual.
At the same time, staying reasonably close to family, friends and familiar surroundings can be an important consideration.
For people living in Twyford and the surrounding area, The Dower House provides the opportunity to remain within the wider Winchester community while enjoying the peaceful surroundings of our home in Headbourne Worthy.
Set within five and a half acres of landscaped gardens, The Dower House has a comfortable, relaxed atmosphere. Residents can spend time outdoors, join activities and events, enjoy the company of others or simply follow their own routines.
We encourage families considering care to come and see us. A visit gives you the opportunity to meet our team, look around the home and gardens, and talk openly about the support you or your loved one may need.
Care needs can change gradually or very quickly. Some families begin looking for occasional support or a short period of respite, while others need to consider permanent residential or nursing care.
We provide four main types of care, with support tailored to the needs and preferences of each resident.
Our short stays provide temporary care and support within the same welcoming environment enjoyed by our permanent residents.
A respite stay can be helpful while recovering from an illness or operation, when preparing to leave hospital, or when a family member or usual carer needs some time away.
Short-stay residents have their own fully furnished room and can enjoy our dining, gardens, activities and facilities throughout their stay. Registered nurses are on site 24 hours a day, with no minimum length of stay, subject to availability.
Following an operation or hospital stay, some people need additional time and support before they feel ready to return home.
A rehabilitation stay at The Dower House provides a comfortable place to rest and recover, with personalised care and experienced nursing support available 24 hours a day. Physiotherapy can also be arranged at an additional cost where appropriate.
The aim is to support each person’s recovery at their own pace, helping them regain confidence and independence before returning home.
For residents making The Dower House their permanent home, our focus is on helping them settle in while continuing to live in a way that feels familiar and comfortable.
Long-stay rooms can be personalised with furniture, photographs and other belongings from home. Residents retain choice over their daily routines, activities and how they spend their time, with care and support available whenever it is needed.
Our team takes the time to get to know each person, their interests, preferences and the things that matter to them.
Some residents require a greater level of ongoing medical and nursing support.
Our experienced nursing and care team is available 24 hours a day, providing personalised support according to each resident’s individual needs.
A high ratio of nursing and care staff to residents allows us to provide attentive care, while our low staff turnover means residents can get to know the people looking after them. This continuity can be particularly reassuring for both residents and their families.
We provide compassionate palliative and end of life care for people living with life-limiting illnesses.
Our approach centres on the individual, with care focused on comfort, dignity and quality of life. This can include managing pain and other symptoms as well as providing emotional, psychological and spiritual support where appropriate.
We also recognise the importance of supporting families during what can be a very difficult and emotional time.
For families searching for respite care near Twyford, a short stay at The Dower House can provide reassurance at a time when some additional support is needed.
This may be planned in advance, perhaps to give a family carer time for a holiday or a break. In other circumstances, the need for care can arise suddenly following illness, surgery or a hospital stay.
We offer both planned and urgent admissions, subject to room availability and an assessment of care needs.
Our Matron will usually carry out an assessment before admission so that we can understand the individual’s health, mobility, medication and support requirements. Where appropriate, this assessment can take place at home or in hospital as well as at The Dower House.
We will explain the available rooms, care arrangements, costs and next steps clearly before the stay begins.
Once here, there is no expectation for residents to follow a particular routine. They can take part in activities and outings, spend time in our gardens, enjoy freshly prepared meals or simply use their stay as an opportunity to rest and recover.
A short stay can also provide an opportunity to experience life at The Dower House before considering whether permanent care might be appropriate in the future.
The Dower House was established in 1989, and our approach has always been centred on treating residents with dignity, respect and warmth.
The home is set within five and a half acres of landscaped gardens in Headbourne Worthy, providing a peaceful environment while remaining close to Winchester and surrounding communities such as Twyford.
Inside, residents have comfortable individual bedrooms and welcoming communal spaces where they can spend time with others, receive visitors or simply relax.
Our gardens are an important part of life at The Dower House. Residents can enjoy the changing seasons, take a gentle walk, sit outside with family and friends or become involved in gardening activities if they wish.
Just as importantly, our team provides familiar faces. Continuity of care helps us build strong relationships with residents and gives families confidence that the people supporting their loved one understand their individual needs and preferences.
The Dower House is located on Springvale Road in Headbourne Worthy, to the north of Winchester.
Twyford lies to the south of Winchester, making The Dower House a practical option for families who are considering care within the wider Winchester area rather than limiting their search to Twyford itself.
Travelling between Twyford and Headbourne Worthy involves passing through or around Winchester, so journey times can vary according to traffic and your exact starting point. We recommend checking current directions before travelling, particularly at busier times of day.
For relatives and friends, there are no set visiting hours at The Dower House. We want residents to continue enjoying their relationships with the people important to them, so visits can be arranged at times that suit the resident and their family.
Is The Dower House in Twyford?
No. The Dower House is located in Headbourne Worthy, on the northern outskirts of Winchester. We welcome residents from Twyford and communities throughout the Winchester area.
Is The Dower House suitable for someone looking for residential care near Twyford?
Yes. We provide long-term residential care as well as nursing, respite, short-stay and palliative care. Before admission, we will discuss and assess the individual’s needs to make sure we can provide the appropriate level of support.
Do you provide respite care for residents from Twyford?
Yes. People from Twyford can stay at The Dower House for short-term or respite care, subject to availability and an assessment of their care needs.
Can someone stay after being discharged from hospital?
Potentially, yes. Short stays can be particularly helpful following a hospital admission, illness or operation when someone is medically ready to leave hospital but would benefit from additional care and support before returning home.
Our team can discuss the individual’s circumstances and assess whether The Dower House can provide the appropriate care.
Is there a minimum length for a short stay?
No. We are able to offer short and respite stays with no minimum length, subject to availability.
This flexibility can be useful when care is only required for a few days or when it is difficult to know in advance how long additional support will be needed.
Can a respite stay become permanent?
Yes, subject to individual care needs and room availability. Some residents initially come to The Dower House for respite or recovery and later decide that they would like to make it their permanent home.
There is no expectation to do so, but a short stay can provide a helpful opportunity to experience the home before making a longer-term decision.
Can we visit The Dower House before choosing a care home?
Absolutely. We encourage families from Twyford to arrange a visit before making a decision wherever circumstances al
You can look around the home and gardens, meet members of our team and discuss your loved one’s needs without any obligation to proceed.
Every family’s circumstances are different. You may be planning ahead, comparing residential care options or trying to arrange support quickly following a change in your loved one’s health.
If you are considering residential, nursing or respite care near Twyford, we would be delighted to welcome you to The Dower House.