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The Potteries

Trusted to care in Broadstone, Poole, Dorset

Trusted to care in Broadstone, Poole, Dorset|With 40 years’ experience,
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From trips out to making wishes come true, holding events with the community, to birthdays and celebrations in the home, no two days are the same at The Potteries

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Wills and Power of Attorney Clinic – event at The Potteries

Join us at The Potteries where Ellis Jones experienced Solicitors will provide advice and guidance on Wills and Lasting Power of Attorney on the third Wednesday of the month, 10.30am – 12.30pm.

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Wills and Power of Attorney Clinic – event at The Potteries

Dog café – free event at The Potteries

Join us at our monthly dog café with your fourlegged friend and enjoy hot drinks and homemade cakes on the second Wednesday of each month, 10.30am - 12pm.

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Dog café – free event at The Potteries

Over 60's veterans brunch club - free event at The Potteries

Join us in our in-house pub and chat with fellow local veterans and reminisce over brunch on the third Wednesday of each month, 10.30am - 12pm.

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Over 60's veterans brunch club - free event at The Potteries

Community cinema - free event at The Potteries

Join us for our community cinema club which is open to anyone who enjoys classic, ‘feel good’ films, including those living with dementia and their loved one on first Thursday of each month, 1.30pm - 3.30pm.

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Community cinema - free event at The Potteries

Carers café - free event at The Potteries

Join us for our carers café which is dementia friendly and a great opportunity to meet other carers in a relaxed and friendly environment on the last Tuesday of each month, 2pm - 3.30pm.

Find out more
Carers café - free event at The Potteries

Care fee planning clinic - free event at The Potteries

Have a no obligation consultation with Andy Parsons AFPS, Chartered Financial Planner and SOLLA licenced care adviser from Eight Wealth Management on the third Thursday of each month, 10.30am - 12pm.

Find out more
Care fee planning clinic - free event at The Potteries
Poole care home teams up with local Brownies and Girl Guides to bring back favourite recipes

Home news

Apr 17, 2024

Poole care home teams up with local Brownies and Girl Guides to bring back favourite recipes

A care home in Poole has teamed up with a local (Broadstone) Brownie and Girl Guides group and joined a nationwide campaign to save traditional recipes from...

87-year-old Poole care home resident returns to the rugby pitch

Highlighted home news

Apr 03, 2024

87-year-old Poole care home resident returns to the rugby pitch

An 87-year-old ex-rugby player was delighted when his care home organised for him to return to the pitch.

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...

Poole care home celebrates 10th birthday in style

Home news

Feb 01, 2024

Poole care home celebrates 10th birthday in style

A care home in Poole marked its tenth anniversary with a very special tea party.

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

Company news

Jan 08, 2024

Care UK launches The Big Dementia Conversation

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

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...

Poole care home searches for local heroes

Home news

Dec 14, 2023

Poole care home searches for local heroes

The Potteries care home is asking the community to nominate ‘local heroes’ for the chance to win a cash prize.

Dorset care homes open their doors for a merry good time

Home news

Dec 12, 2023

Dorset care homes open their doors for a merry good time

Snow is falling, children are playing – and two Dorset care homes are opening their doors to help combat loneliness in the community this festive season.

Poole resident surprised with special visitors

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Nov 20, 2023

Poole resident surprised with special visitors

A care home resident received a surprise visit from some very special four-legged friends.

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Our regular events

  • Dog café
    Every second Wednesday of each month, 10.30am - 12pm

    Join us at our monthly dog café with your fourlegged friend and enjoy hot drinks and homemade cakes prepared by our talented chefs. Meet other dog owners in the local community in a friendly and relaxed setting and learn more about caring for your pet from our guest speakers. 

  • Over 60's veterans brunch club
    The third Wednesday of each month, 10.30am - 12pm

    Join us in our in-house pub and chat with fellow local veterans and reminisce over brunch. Why not also have a game of pool or darts! Enjoy the opportunity to meet our friendly team and explore our lovely home.

  • Wills and Power of Attorney Clinic
    Every third Wednesday of the month, 10.30am – 12.30pm

    Join us at The Potteries where Ellis Jones experienced Solicitors will provide straightforward advice and guidance on Wills and Lasting Power of Attorney.

  • Community cinema
    The first Thursday of each month, 1.30pm - 3.30pm

    Our community cinema club is open to anyone who enjoys classic, ‘feel good’ films, including those living with dementia and their loved ones. In the comfort of our home’s cinema you can enjoy a movie and complimentary refreshments while meeting our friendly team.

  • Carers café
    The last Tuesday of each month, 2pm - 3.30pm

    Our carers café is dementia friendly and 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. Our friendly team will be on hand to give helpful advice and support along with our guest speakers.

  • Care fee planning clinic
    The third Thursday of each month, 10.30am - 12pm

    Have a no obligation consultation with Andy Parsons AFPS, Chartered Financial Planner and SOLLA licenced care adviser from Eight Wealth Management. Andy will review your circumstances and will explain the complexities of funding care, what benefits you might qualify for and how to make savings go further.