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Ferndown Manor

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We’re offering two weeks’ free care if you or a loved one joins us as a permanent resident this month.

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Falls prevention - free event at Ferndown Manor

Meet Emily Stott, Community Lead from Six Physio to hear advice on how to reduce the risk of falls in older age on Thursday 29th May 2025, 2pm - 4pm.

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Falls prevention - free event at Ferndown Manor
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VE Day street party - free event at Ferndown Manor

Join us to mark the 80th anniversary of VE Day on Thursday 8th May 2025 at 2pm - 4pm.

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VE Day street party - free event at Ferndown Manor
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Come dine with us – an event at Ferndown Manor

Join us for a delicious meal, activities, entertainment and the chance to make new friends on the last Thursday of each month from 12.15pm.

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Come dine with us – an event at Ferndown Manor
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Baby and toddler group - free event at Ferndown Manor

Join us for a chance to chat with other parents and carers in a friendly and relaxed setting on the first Wednesday of each month, 10.30am - 11.30am.

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Baby and toddler group - free event at Ferndown Manor
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Carers café - free event at Ferndown Manor

Our carers café is a great opportunity to meet other carers in a relaxed and friendly environment over coffee and cake on the last Tuesday of each month, 10.30am - 12pm.

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Carers café - free event at Ferndown Manor

Our regular events

  • Come dine with us
    The last Thursday of each month from 12.15pm

    Join us for a delicious meal, activities, entertainment and the chance to make new friends. 

  • Baby and toddler group
    The first Wednesday of each month, 10.30am - 11.30am

    A chance to chat with other parents and carers in a friendly and relaxed setting. There will be activities for the children with complimentary refreshments.

  • Carers café
    The last Tuesday of each month, 10.30am - 12pm
    Our carers café is a great opportunity to meet other carers in a relaxed and friendly environment over coffee and cake. Share stories and ideas, relax and have a break. 

Dorset care home residents and schoolchildren unite to help the environment

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Apr 09, 2025

Dorset care home residents and schoolchildren unite to help the environment

Two care homes in Dorset participated in a newly launched environmental initiative, bringing together local schoolchildren and residents for a day of craft...

Ferndown care home invites community to learn about nutrition and hydration

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Mar 04, 2025

Ferndown care home invites community to learn about nutrition and hydration

A care home in Ferndown is inviting the community to join them for a ‘berry’ fun healthy eating and hydration workshop.

Dorset care home team member shortlisted for national award after bringing residents ‘nothing but happiness’

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May 15, 2024

Dorset care home team member shortlisted for national award after bringing residents ‘nothing but happiness’

A care home in Dorset is celebrating after a team member was announced as a finalist for a national award.

Care UK shortlisted in 12 categories at the Care Home Awards

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Mar 04, 2024

Care UK shortlisted in 12 categories at the Care Home Awards

Care UK teams are celebrating after being shortlisted in 12 categories at this year’s Care Home Awards. The Care Home Awards recognise and reward excellence...

Dorset care home launches new group for little visitors

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Feb 26, 2024

Dorset care home launches new group for little visitors

A care home in Dorset has launched a new mother and toddler group for the local community to enjoy fun intergenerational activities together.

81-year-old Ferndown care home resident rides again

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Jan 16, 2024

81-year-old Ferndown care home resident rides again

A resident at a care home in Ferndown was delighted when her Christmas wish to rekindle her love for horse riding was made a reality – almost 20 years since...

Dorset care homes join The Big Dementia Conversation

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Jan 11, 2024

Dorset care homes join The Big Dementia Conversation

Two care homes in Dorset are calling on local people to take part in a national conversation to learn more about dementia.

Care UK launches The Big Dementia Conversation

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Jan 08, 2024

Care UK launches The Big Dementia Conversation

Eight in 10 adults believe dementia is still misunderstood, according to research.

The Big Dementia Conversation

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The Big Dementia Conversation

At Care UK we’re passionate about providing the highest standards of quality dementia care, and we never miss an opportunity to help educate and support...

Care UK celebrates Christmas with the community with Care to Share

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Dec 18, 2023

Care UK celebrates Christmas with the community with Care to Share

Throughout the festive season, Care UK is here to help combat loneliness in their local communities by spreading the joy of Christmas with the Care to Share...

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