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Eating disorder support at home in Verwood
Of the 29 home care agencies covering Verwood, 4 offer eating disorder support. 100% of the 3 rated by CQC are Good or Outstanding, compared with 88% for eating disorder support across England. Expect to pay here about £33.50 an hour for visiting care and £1,610 a week for live-in careestimated. 2 home care agencies have not been rated for more than four years and 1 joined the CQC register during the past two years. CQC's latest rating here went to Newgencaregroup (Dorset): Good, on 27 May 2026.
Data: the CQC register, updated 27 October 2026, under the Open Government Licence
The short version
- Good or Outstanding: 3 of the 3 rated agencies; 1 is still waiting for a first rating.
- Whatever your savings, Dorset council will assess care needs for free.
- Dementia is a registered specialism for 4.
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Reference this page as: The Care Panel, "Eating disorder support at home in Verwood", Oct 2026, based on the CQC register.
- 4registered agencies
- 100%rated Good or Outstanding (of those rated)
- 4support people with dementia
- 1rated or inspected within two years
Ranked providers of eating disorder support
Highest CQC rating first; ties go to the more recent rating, then the nearer provider. How the list is ordered
- All 29
- Elderly care · 26
- Care for adults under 65 · 25
- Dementia care · 23
- Physical disability care · 23
- Sensory impairment care · 21
- Learning disability care · 15
- Mental health care · 12
- Children's care · 6
- Supported living · 5
- Eating disorder support · 4
- Substance misuse support · 3
| Rank | Agency | CQC rating | Date rated | Office | Other specialisms |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Newgencaregroup (Dorset) | May 2026 | 4.9 miles | 8 | |
| 2 | Alina Homecare Ringwood | Aug 2019 | 4.2 miles | 9 | |
| 3 | Bluebird Care Ferndown | Aug 2019 | 5.3 miles | 8 | |
| 4 | Lordgrace Delight Healthcare-Dorset | Not yet rated | – | 6.3 miles | 5 |
Every agency covering Verwood registered with CQC for eating disorder support, ranked by CQC rating and how recent it is, then by distance.
Eating disorder support in Verwood: ratings, size and cost
Registered for eating disorder support: 4 out of 29 agencies covering Verwood (14%). Their Good or Outstanding share is 100%, 4 points above the town-wide 96% and above the 88% for eating disorder support across England.
The highest rated agencies for eating disorder support are Newgencaregroup (Dorset), Alina Homecare Ringwood and Bluebird Care Ferndown. 1 was rated in the last two years; the oldest rating dates from August 2019 and the newest from May 2026. 0 are based within 2 miles of the centre of Verwood. 1 still awaits a first CQC rating.
For comparison, Dorset has 8 agencies registered for eating disorder support; of those rated, 100% are Good or Outstanding. Here 14% of agencies list eating disorder support, compared with 9% across Dorset.
Typical prices in the South West: about £33.50 an hour for weekday visits (evenings and weekends cost more) and around £1,610 a week for live-in care. How we estimate costs.
About eating disorder support
Mealtime support and help to stay safe, physically and emotionally, are central to eating disorder support. It is meant for people living with bulimia, binge eating disorder, anorexia or similar conditions, and complements specialist NHS eating disorder care.
Questions to ask agencies about eating disorder support
- What training do staff have in eating disorders?
- How do you support life outside mealtimes?
- How is the care plan reviewed?
- How do you monitor physical health safely?
- How do you support mealtimes?
Support: Beat helpline, 0808 801 0677. Ask Dorset for a care needs assessment.
Eating disorder support around Verwood
| Place | How far | Agencies | Rated Good or Outstanding |
|---|---|---|---|
| Verwood | – | 4 | 3 |
| St Leonards | 3.5 mi | 13 | 12 |
| Ringwood | 4.5 mi | 5 | 4 |
| Ferndown | 5.0 mi | 22 | 18 |
| Wimborne Minster | 6.7 mi | 15 | 13 |
| Bournemouth | 9.3 mi | 21 | 17 |
| Corfe Mullen | 9.6 mi | 12 | 11 |
Council support
Dorset
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Eating disorder support in Verwood: your questions answered
Which home care agencies in Verwood offer eating disorder support?
4 of the 29 CQC-registered agencies that have an office within 7 miles of Verwood list eating disorder support as a specialism (CQC register, Oct 2026). Among the highest rated are Newgencaregroup (Dorset), Alina Homecare Ringwood and Bluebird Care Ferndown.
Are home care agencies in Verwood well rated?
Good or Outstanding: 3 (100%) of the 3 rated. 1 is awaiting a first rating, as is usual for new registrations.
How much does home care cost in Verwood?
Prices typically seen across England in 2026: visiting care around £32–£34 an hour; live-in care around £1,540–£1,610 a week. The gap between agencies is bigger than the gap between regions. Ask for prices in writing, and check what weekends and bank holidays cost. Homecare Association figure for 2026/27: a sustainable council rate for home care in England starts at £34.42 an hour. Source: Lottie Care Index, Q3 2026. Our cost guide has more detail.
Will I get help from Dorset council with the cost of home care?
Possibly. Under the Care Act 2014, Dorset council has a duty to assess, free of charge, anyone who seems to need care and support. After a means test, the council may pay towards care when savings and investments total less than £23,250, depending on income; your home's value is ignored for care at home. Attendance Allowance does not depend on savings or income. Contacting Dorset council.
How should I compare agencies in Verwood?
Start with the latest CQC report and its date: 1 of the 4 listed here was inspected or rated in the last two years, while 2 have older reports. Then ask about continuity of staff, how they handle missed visits, and the full price before you sign. Our checklist.
How do nearby towns compare with Verwood for eating disorder support?
Counting eating disorder support: Verwood 4 (3 Good or Outstanding); St Leonards (3.5 miles): 13, 12 rated Good or Outstanding; Ringwood (4.5 miles): 5, 4 rated Good or Outstanding; Ferndown (5.0 miles): 22, 18 rated Good or Outstanding.
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Other towns near Verwood
- Eating disorder support in St Leonards 3.5 mi
- Eating disorder support in Ringwood 4.5 mi
- Eating disorder support in Ferndown 5.0 mi
- Eating disorder support in Wimborne Minster 6.7 mi
- Eating disorder support in Bournemouth 9.3 mi
- Eating disorder support in Corfe Mullen 9.6 mi
- Eating disorder support in Christchurch 10.6 mi
- Eating disorder support in Poole 10.6 mi
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Register information from CQC as at Oct 2026; Open Government Licence v3.0 applies. We do not deliver care ourselves.