Business Details
38 Years
experience
Trusted Dementia Care Home in Poole, Dorset
St Cecilia has been a family-run residential care home specialising in dementia care since 1988. Established by Robert Eshelby, our home provides personalised support for elderly individuals unable to live independently, prioritising comfort and dignity. With a CQC rating reflecting our commitment to quality, we combine professional expertise with a warm, homely environment. Our team undergoes rigorous training in dementia care, including the SPECAL method, to address residents' unique needs. We maintain strong partnerships with local healthcare providers to ensure comprehensive care.Our Edwardian property in Poole offers a peaceful setting with tailored amenities for residents' physical and emotional well-being. Through decades of experience, we've developed a care philosophy that respects individual histories while managing dementia's challenges. Our small resident group allows for focused attention and meaningful relationships. We work closely with families to maintain continuity of care and support. Transparency in operations and resident-centred decision-making form the foundation of our trusted service.
Services
Dementia Care
Residential Care
Day Care
Respite Care
Personalised Care Plans
SPECAL Method
Key Worker Support
Nutritional Catering
Activity Programmes
End-of-Life Care
Details
- Year established: 1988
Highlights and features
- Family-run care home with 35+ years' dementia care experience
- CQC-registered with proven quality standards
- Specialist training in SPECAL dementia care methodology
- Personalised care plans developed with residents' families
- Dedicated key worker system for individualised support
Associations and certifications
- Care Quality Commission (CQC)
What people say
Personalised care approach
Experienced dementia specialists
Excellent activity programmes
Warm family atmosphere
Responsive key worker system
Services
Dementia Care
Our specialist dementia care combines the SPECAL method with person-centred approaches to manage cognitive decline. We create individualised care plans that respect residents' life histories while addressing current needs. Staff receive ongoing training in non-confrontational communication techniques to reduce distress and promote comfort.
Residential Care
We provide 24-hour residential support for elderly individuals requiring daily assistance. Our small resident group allows tailored attention to personal routines, dietary needs, and social engagement. The homely environment includes communal spaces and private bedrooms with en-suite facilities.
Day Care
Our day care programme offers structured activities and professional supervision for dementia sufferers. This service provides temporary relief for family carers while maintaining continuity of care. Participants benefit from social interaction and therapeutic programmes in our purpose-designed facility.
Personalised Care Plans
Each resident receives a customised care plan developed through family consultation and professional assessment. These living documents evolve with residents' changing needs, incorporating medical requirements, personal preferences, and life history to maintain dignity and identity.
Key Worker Support
Every resident is assigned a key worker who coordinates their care and acts as primary family contact. This system ensures consistent support, early identification of health changes, and seamless communication between residents, families, and healthcare professionals.
People
Robert Eshelby
Founder
Graduate social worker with MA in Social Work, established St Cecilia in 1988 after 15 years' dementia care experience. Specialised in person-centred approaches and community integration for residents.
Robin
Registered Manager
Holds diploma in care management and sociology degree. Oversees daily operations since 2010, ensuring quality standards and implementing specialist dementia care strategies across the home.
Nick
Senior Cook
Former building industry professional with City & Guilds leadership qualification. Manages nutrition programmes and dementia-friendly meal preparation, combining culinary expertise with specialist care knowledge.
Questions
What dementia care specialisms do you offer?
We implement the SPECAL method, focusing on non-confrontational care. Our staff receive specialist training in managing cognitive decline and creating supportive environments.
Do you accept local authority-funded residents?
Yes, we welcome both private and local authority-funded residents, maintaining the same high care standards for all individuals regardless of funding source.
What facilities are available for residents?
Our Edwardian property features communal lounges, conservatory, landscaped gardens, and en-suite bedrooms. The home includes safety features like stairlifts and emergency call systems.
How do you involve families in care?
We maintain open communication through key workers, welcome family visits at any time, and involve relatives in care plan development and review processes.
What activities programmes are available?
Our CQC-rated activities include music therapy, dog therapy sessions, singalongs, and reminiscence activities tailored to residents' lifelong interests and abilities.
How do you handle medical needs?
We coordinate closely with Westbourne Surgery and local dementia care teams. Medication management follows strict protocols with regular GP consultations and health monitoring.
