St Dominics opened in 1995 to enable older people from our socially diverse community to continue living as independently as possible by receiving care and support consistent with their incapacities and disabilities. Several of our established residents and most new applicants, now require higher levels of care and support than we had originally planned. We have responded to these changes by improving our material and staffing provision without losing sight of our original aim.

We continue to value each and every individual who comes to live a St Dominics. We welcome applications from people from all walks of life and with many different needs who enjoy the opportunity to share and celebrate the richness and diversity of their experience.   All resident are assured that they will be treated with respect and dignity according to their individual needs and wishes.

People who enquire about our accommodation and services are provided with an information pack.   All inquirers are made aware of our diversity and anti-discriminatory policies and are encouraged to visit the home before continuing with their application.   They may then apply directly for a place at St Dominics or following an assessment of care needs made by the local authority social services. This includes an assessment of their financial circumstances which will determine any funding to which they may be entitled as a contribution to the costs of their accommodation and care.

Each application is given careful consideration by the home’s management and, depending upon vacancies, a decision to offer a place is made within seven days. Where no current vacancy is available it is possible for an applicant to be placed on our waiting list.