Dovehaven Care Homes

11/03/2026

Care Starts With You: Every day making a difference💙

At Dovehaven, making a difference is part of everyday life. Our teams support residents with compassion, understanding, and dedication - helping residents feel comfortable, valued, and at home.

Across our 23 homes in the North West, our colleagues bring compassion, accountability, respect, excellence and strength in unity - our Dovehaven values that guide us everyday. Whether its supporting daily routines, sharing conversations, or simply being there when it matters most.

If caring is part of who you are, you'll feel at home here.

To find out more about our current vacancies, call 01704 335 500, email recruitment@dovehaven.co.uk or visit our website

Are you ready for a rewarding career in care? Explore the latest recruitment opportunities across our industry leading care homes.

10/03/2026

Testimonial Tuesday: Birch Abbey✨

This week, we're sharing a heartfelt review of Birch Abbey💙

Based in Southport, Birch Abbey is one of Dovehaven's 23 care homes, providing specialist dementia care for up to 60 residents. Birch Abbey has over 35 reviews on Carehome.co.uk giving the home a 9.2 review score.

Home Manager Rachel says "What makes Birch Abbey special is our genuine understanding of dementia and how we can create an environment where people feel safe, valued, and truly at home. Every person has their own story, and it's our privilege to honour that whilst providing the expert care they need."

To learn more about life at Birch Abbey, please visit https://dovehaven.co.uk/our-homes/birch-abbey

09/03/2026

How to Choose the Right Care Home for a Loved One in the North West💙

Choosing a care home is one of the most important decisions for families and loved ones. From understanding care options to viewing potential care homes, every detail matters.

Read our latest blog to understand the types of care, questions and answers, and tips for finding a place that truly feels like home.

Read the full blog here: https://dovehaven.co.uk/news/how-to-choose-the-right-care-home

08/03/2026

This International Women’s Day, we’re celebrating the amazing women who make Dovehaven what it is.

From the carers supporting residents every day, to the leaders inspiring their teams, women across our homes give so much of themselves to others, and that kindness creates something truly special in our communities.

Our CEO, Jenny Davies, has shared a blog reflecting on the women shaping the future of care and the power of 'Give to Gain.'

Take a read here: dovehaven.co.uk/news/international-womens-day-2026

08/03/2026

Happy International Women's Day💙

This International Women's Day, we celebrate the power of Give & Gain - supporting women in our Dovehaven community and beyond. Our team share their experiences, challenges and what it means to be a women.

07/03/2026

Showcase Saturday: Employee Appreciation Day 2026💙

Yesterday was Employee Appreciation Day 2026, we are shining the spotlight on the incredible people in our Dovehaven community. Our dedicated, compassionate and hardworking teams across all our services go above and beyond every day to provide outstanding person-centred care and support to our residents.

As a small thank you to our amazing teams, we delivered tea and coffee hampers to each of our services so teams could take a moment to relax.💙

06/03/2026

Compassionate Careers in Care: rewarding role with real support 💙

Home Manager Catherine shares her experience in the role and the meaningful impact she makes every day.

Discover the difference you can make. Find out more about our current vacancies https://dovehaven.co.uk/recruitment

05/03/2026

Feature Thursday: A welcoming home in Accrington 💙

At Pennine View, we’ve created calm, comfortable spaces designed to help people feel safe, settled and at home.

All three floors have been fully refurbished, with our newly renovated third floor opening in early 2024. From bright dining areas and cosy lounges to quiet spaces for reflection and daily activities, every part of the home has been thoughtfully designed with comfort and ease in mind.

Behind these spaces is a dedicated, experienced team known locally for their warm, professional approach to dementia care, supporting residents and families with dignity, kindness and respect.

⭐ Rated 9.5 on carehome.co.uk

To learn more about life at Pennine View, visit our website https://dovehaven.co.uk/our-homes/pennine-view

04/03/2026

Care Starts With You: Rewarding roles with real support💙

At Dovehaven, support is part of everyday life. A career at Dovehaven means more than just a job. You'll be supported by managers who listen, colleagues who care, and a wider Dovehaven community that's there to help you grow, settle in and succeed in your role.

From day one, our buddy programme helps new starters settle in, learn the role and feel confident. Alongside this, our mental health and wellbeing committee and partnership with the care workers charity ensure support is always there when it's needed.

If caring is part of who you are, you'll feel at home here.

To find out more about our current vacancies, call 01704 335 500, email recruitment@dovehaven.co.uk or visit our website https://dovehaven.co.uk/recruitment

Are you ready for a rewarding career in care? Explore the latest recruitment opportunities across our industry leading care homes.

03/03/2026

At Dovehaven Care Homes, food is more than nutrition. It’s comfort, routine and dignity.

We are urgently recruiting an experienced Cook to join the team at Ashton View Nursing Home.

This is a hands-on kitchen role preparing and serving meals for up to 58 residents living with Dementia and Nursing needs.

We’re looking for someone who:
• Has experience cooking for 50+ covers
• Is confident working independently on shift
• Understands specialist and modified diets
• Maintains high hygiene and presentation standards
• Is calm, organised and dependable

30 hours per week | 7.30am–6pm | 3 days | Alternate weekends

£12.75 per hour (Real Living Wage Employer – pay under review April 2026)

If you’re an experienced cook who takes pride in your standards and wants stable hours with meaningful impact, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply now via the link below or message us for an informal conversation.

https://dovehavencarehomes.talosats-careers.com/job/826359

03/03/2026

Testimonial Tuesday: Dovehaven Grove✨

This week, we're sharing a heartfelt review of Dovehaven Grove💙

Based in Preston, Dovehaven Grove is one of Dovehaven's 23 care homes, providing specialist dementia and residential care for up to 52 residents. Dovehaven Grove has recently been awarded Good by the CQC and with over 60 reviews on Carehome.co.uk giving the home a 8.2 review score.

Home Manager Hannah says "What makes Dovehaven Grove special is the atmosphere of calm and warmth we create together. We take the time to understand each person and ensure they feel safe, valued, and truly at home."

To learn more about life at Dovehaven Grove, please visit https://dovehaven.co.uk/our-homes/dovehaven-grove

02/03/2026

When someone you love is living with dementia, you want to know they feel safe. Calm. Understood.

At Birch Abbey in Southport, we create a place where familiar faces, gentle routines and genuine kindness help residents feel settled and valued. Our specialist dementia team takes time to truly know each person, their story, their preferences and what brings them comfort.

From residential and nursing dementia care to short-term respite stays, support is shaped around the individual and adapts as needs change.

Families rate us 9.2/10 because they see the difference in the small, everyday moments.

If you're beginning to explore options, we’re here to listen.

Message us to arrange a visit or have an informal chat. Or visit our website https://dovehaven.co.uk/contact