Nursing Care
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The Dower House employs a high ratio of nursing and care staff to residents. This ensures that you can get to know the staff who take care of you and enables us to become more like an extended family to you. We are proud of our extremely low staff turnover, which allows us to deliver excellent continuity of care. For your safety and peace of mind, a nurse-call system operates throughout the building ensuring you can easily contact staff 24 hours a day.
Expert clinical care, delivered with warmth
Nursing Care at The Dower House brings together clinical expertise and a deeply personal approach to care. Led by our Matron Ellie Abrams and an experienced nursing team and delivered 24 hours a day, care is founded on continuity, trust and strong relationships between residents and familiar faces.
High staff-to-resident ratios and exceptionally low staff turnover ensure residents are supported by a team who know them well and care for them with genuine warmth. Set within five and a half acres of landscaped gardens just outside Winchester, The Dower House offers a calm, reassuring environment where expert nursing care is seamlessly integrated into daily life, preserving dignity, independence and peace of mind.
Rooms designed for comfort and care
- Spacious single rooms with en suite facilities
- Profiling beds and specialist equipment available as required
- Generous storage and space for personal belongings
- Many rooms with garden views or patio access
Rooms can adapt as needs change, allowing residents to remain in familiar surroundings.
Safety & reassurance
- Registered Nurse on duty at all times
- Nurse-call system throughout the building
- Ongoing liaison with GPs and visiting healthcare professionals
- Care plans that evolve sensitively with changing needs
What families say
"The nursing care honestly is superb. As a good old fashioned registered nurse many years ago myself, I couldn’t fault the nursing care, I really couldn’t, and I think it’s very unusual for a nurse to say that!"
Respite resident
Key facts
- 24-hour nursing care
- High staff-to-resident ratio
- Open visiting with no restrictions
- Transparent, all-inclusive fees (pricing shared on enquiry)
- Weekly prices are dependent on room size, location and care needs
Please see our care fees price structure for further details
Food & dining
Nutritious, beautifully prepared meals support health and enjoyment, with menus adapted for medical and dietary needs.
Activities & life at The Dower House
Alongside clinical care, residents benefit from meaningful activities and holistic wellbeing support.
Meet Celia – our General Manager
“It’s a magical place and that’s because we want to deliver the best possible care to our residents”.
The admission journey – what to expect
We understand that every situation is different. Admissions usually fall into one of two routes: planned or urgent. We will always work around timings that suit you and your family.
Planned admission
- Visit and explore
Come and see us for an informal tour and chat. You’re welcome to come alone or with family or friends. - Second visit (optional)
You may wish to return for lunch or an activity, helping you feel confident about your decision. - Care assessment
An assessment with our Matron helps us understand care needs and preferences. - Rooms, care and costs
We discuss suitable rooms (subject to availability), care needs and the total weekly cost following assessment. - Funding and agreements
We talk through affordability, any potential funding support, review the contract, arrange the deposit and set up payments. - Move-in planning
Once everything is agreed, we schedule a move-in date that works for you.
Urgent admission
- Fast, supportive response
We act quickly when care is needed at short notice, often following illness or hospital discharge. - Visit and assessment together
Where possible, you may visit with your loved one so Matron can carry out the assessment at the same time. Alternatively, Matron can visit you in your home or in hospital to carry out the assessment. - Clear next steps
We confirm care needs, room availability, costs and timings as quickly and clearly as possible. - A calm, welcoming arrival
Our team focuses on helping you or your loved one settle in with reassurance, kindness and attentive care.
FAQs
Who is nursing care for?
Nursing care at The Dower House is designed for people who have medical needs or long-term conditions that require regular attention from qualified nurses, alongside personal care and daily support.
Are nurses available at all times?
Yes. The home employs a high ratio of nursing and care staff to residents, with nursing support available 24 hours a day for safety, reassurance and clinical care.
How does The Dower House ensure continuity of care?
The Dower House is proud of its very low staff turnover, which helps residents build strong, trusting relationships with the team and ensures consistent, familiar care.
What safety systems are in place?
A nurse-call system operates throughout the home, allowing residents to easily contact staff at any time of day or night for peace of mind.
Can nursing residents still enjoy social activities?
Absolutely. Nursing care residents are encouraged to enjoy life at the home, including activities, social interaction, good food and time outdoors, with support adapted to individual ability.
Enjoy a taste of life at The Dower House
Join us for a tour of the house to experience the welcoming, homely atmosphere. Book a visit now, we’d be delighted to welcome you.