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The Elms
28 Elmsway, Southbourne, Bournemouth, BH6 3HU — Care Home
Care Quality Commission (CQC) assessment
How The Elms was rated
Rating published 21/01/2026. Read the full inspection report.
- 4 bedsRegistered capacity
- Bournemouth, Christchurch and PooleCouncil for care funding
- 01202 431886Care home's own number
- Elms Care LimitedOperator
- 7th December 2010Registered since
- Elms Care LimitedRegistered provider
Care offered
Care types at The Elms
The Elms is a Care Home in Bournemouth, offering Residential and Learning Disability care.
The Elms was registered with the Care Quality Commission in December 2010. It is run by Elms Care Limited, a company registered at Companies House (number 05334056). It is the only care home Elms Care Limited has registered with CQC.
CQC registers the home to care for people with learning disabilities or autism.
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Support and specialisms
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Disability support
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0800 368 8558Lines open 8am–10pm, seven days a week See all questionsWhat rating has The Elms been given by the regulator?
The Care Quality Commission rated The Elms "Good" overall, in its most recent report, published January 2026.
What types of care does The Elms provide?
The Elms provides Residential and Learning Disability care.
How many beds does The Elms have?
The Elms is registered for 4 beds with the Care Quality Commission.
Who runs The Elms?
The Elms is run by Elms Care Limited, a company registered at Companies House (number 05334056).
When was The Elms registered with CQC?
The Elms has been registered with the Care Quality Commission since December 2010. Its provider, Elms Care Limited, has held CQC registration since October 2010.
Who does The Elms care for?
CQC registers The Elms to care for people with learning disabilities or autism.
Does The Elms provide nursing care?
No. The Elms is registered as a care home without nursing. Its staff give personal care, and residents who need nursing are usually visited by NHS community or district nurses.
Which council covers The Elms?
The Elms is in the Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole council area. The council carries out care needs assessments and decides council funding for residents who qualify.
Is live-in care an alternative to The Elms?
For many families, yes. A live-in carer supports one person at home one-to-one in Bournemouth, so nobody has to move. It is often the clearer choice for a couple, since one carer can support both under a single weekly fee.