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Dementia care homes in Somerset

104 of the 198 care homes in Somerset are registered with the CQC as dementia care homes, of which 7 are rated Outstanding and 79 Good. A dementia care home is registered with the CQC to care for people living with dementia, with staff trained for it and a building laid out to keep residents safe and settled.

Dementia care homes in Somerset typically cost £1,520 a week, about £79,040 a year, based on 7 homes with a fee on record; the middle half charge £1,411 to £1,563. That is close to the typical residential fee in Somerset of £1,485.

A live-in carer at home, which many families weigh against dementia care home care, costs from about £1,120 a week and can look after a couple.

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Cooksons Court

Yeovil, BA20 · 65 beds
CQC: Outstanding
NursingDementiaSomerset Care
Fee not published
Area typical £1,520 a week
No reviews yet

Calway House

Taunton, TA1 · 92 beds
CQC: Good
NursingDementiaSomerset Care
Fee not published
Area typical £1,520 a week
No reviews yet

Frethey House

Taunton, TA4 · 41 beds
CQC: Good
NursingDementiaWelltower
Fee not published
Area typical £1,520 a week
No reviews yet

Typical dementia care homes fees in Somerset

Based on 104 homes in the area. Middle figure is the median; the range is the middle half of homes.

Residential dementia care
£1,520 a week
Usually £1,411 to £1,563 · 7 homes with fees

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Common questions

How much do dementia care homes in Somerset cost?

Dementia care homes in Somerset typically charge £1,520 a week, usually between £1,411 and £1,563. Fees depend on the room and the level of care, so ask each home for a written quote.

How many dementia care homes are there in Somerset?

104 of the 198 CQC-registered care homes in Somerset are dementia care homes. The list is refreshed from the CQC register every month.

What should I look for in a dementia care home in Somerset?

Look for staff trained in dementia care, a building that is easy to find your way around, secure gardens, a calm routine and activities built around what residents used to enjoy. Ask how the home handles distress and whether it can keep caring for someone as dementia advances, so a second move is not needed.

Will the council pay for dementia care home care in Somerset?

If your savings and assets are below £23,250 the council will assess what you can afford and may pay part or all of the fee. Ask the adult social care team at Somerset council for a needs assessment.