All Care in Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole

Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole: Coastal Living with Comprehensive Care

Introduction

The BCP conurbation on Dorset's south coast combines seven miles of golden beaches with thriving urban centres. Home to 400,000+ residents, this area is renowned for its quality elderly care provision and seaside retirement communities.

Key Location Facts

• Geography:
  • Coastal location with 7 miles of sandy beaches
  • Bordering the New Forest National Park
  • Christchurch Harbour and River Stour
• Population:
  • Significant retiree demographic (22% aged 65+)
  • Growing university student population

Care Sector Overview

Residential Care Options

• Care Homes: 120+ registered facilities across BCP
• Specialist Provisions:
  • Dementia care units
  • Disability care accommodations
  • Respite care services
• Notable Providers:
  • Colten Care (multiple locations)
  • Agincare's coastal homes

Community-Based Support

• Home Care: 35+ agencies offering domiciliary support
• Supported Living:
  • Extra-care housing schemes
  • Adapted accommodation
• Rehabilitation Services:
  • Stroke recovery programmes
  • Post-operative care

Healthcare Infrastructure

• Major Facilities:
  • Royal Bournemouth Hospital (acute care)
  • Poole General Hospital
  • Christchurch Memorial Hospital
• Specialist Units:
  • Dementia assessment centres
  • Disability rehabilitation wards

Lifestyle Benefits

• Accessibility:
  • Wheelchair-friendly seafront promenades
  • Community transport schemes
• Wellbeing:
  • Therapeutic coastal environment
  • Active retirement communities

Demographic Considerations

• Ageing Population: 1 in 5 residents aged 65+
• Care Demand: 15% annual growth in dementia care requests
• Housing:
  • 25% specialist retirement properties
  • 40+ extra-care housing schemes