Encompass Care

03/11/2026

🎃👻 Halloween fun at Encombe! 🕸️🦇

We had a spooktacular time celebrating Halloween at Encombe! 🎃
We all had a delicious Halloween buffet tea, followed by a fun-filled evening of trick or treating at local houses. 🍬🍫

A massive thank you to everyone who helped make the evening so special!

Here are some of our favourite photos from the fun! 📸🎃

02/11/2026

A HUGE thank you! 🤩

We just want to say a massive thank you to David and the team at Minuteman Press for not only creating the fantastic artwork for our accessible wheelchair bike but also very kindly donating it to us!

We are absolutely over the moon with the designs and can’t wait to see them come to life on the bike. We know they’re going to look amazing!

Your generosity and support mean so much to us and will help make this exciting project even more special. 😄

02/11/2026

28/10/2026

JUST 6 WEEKS UNTIL NUTLEY FARM OPENS EXCLUSIVELY TO US!! 🥳

We’re over the moon to be Star Sponsors of Nutley Farm for another year running!!! 🌟

Nutley Farm have been amazing supporters of Encompass Care over the years, kindly opening their gates exclusively for all the people that are part of Encompass Care, and our loved ones to enjoy a truly magical Christmas experience. 🎄🧑‍🎄

Julian and his team always go above and beyond to make the event inclusive and accessible for everyone, and it really has become a festive tradition for all of us. 😃

28/10/2026

A massive congratulations to Chloe! 🥳

Yesterday, Donna our Supported Living Service Manager presented Chloe with a beautiful bunch of flowers and a bottle of Prosecco to celebrate some fantastic news! 💐🥂🍾

Chloe has passed her Level 5 for leader in Adult Care through City & Guilds!! 👏😎

We’re so pleased to celebrate this achievement with you Chloe, we know how hard you have worked 👏

26/10/2026

🎮 Louis' Accessible Gaming Café is returning this coming Friday the 30th October!!

Booking is essential so if you would like to come along, please click this link and complete the form to book your space -

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Louis' Accessible Gaming Cafe is a dedicated space for anyone interested in creating their own games, exploring game design and learning how AI tools can support the game development. But more importantly, it's about socialising within a fun and friendly environment.

If you would like to learn more information the café, please contact Louis on 07493 306736 or email [email protected].

The session will be held at Encompass Care, accessible head office at 200 Bridport Road, Poundbury Dorchester, Dorset, DT1 3BN between the times of 2pm and 4pm.

Refreshments in the form of soft drinks only will be provided but please feel free to bring your own. There are kitchen facilities and blenders which can be available for anyone requiring a modified diet.

We look forward to seeing you 😃

23/10/2026

💙 World PURA Awareness Day! 💙

Today at we’re celebrating Angelo who is supported at Encombe and we’re raising awareness of PURA syndrome which is a rare genetic condition that affects brain development and the nervous system.

PURA syndrome can cause developmental delays, low muscle tone, speech and communication difficulties, and other health challenges. Every person with PURA is unique, and the support they need can vary.

Everyone has been involved in the preparations and we are marking the day with yummy cakes and colourful banners. 🍰 We are sharing information, helping people we support learn more about PURA and the importance of awareness, inclusion and understanding.

We’ll also be sharing helpful facts with Angelo’s friends over the weekend at Encombe to help spread the word and ensure more people understand PURA syndrome. 🙂

23/10/2026

We’re excited to share that the total raised at the recent tea party in aid of Guide Dogs was an incredible £970! 🥳 A huge thank you to everyone who attended, donated and supported the event.

We were proud to sponsor the tea and cakes for the event, helping to make the day extra special while supporting such a fantastic cause.

Wendy said “Thank you so much to everyone for their support with this event, it means a lot and all going to a really good cause” 🥰

Their fundraising group won’t be stopping there, they will be organising more events throughout the year, running until the end of March, with an exciting new goal in mind: raising £2,500 to name a Guide Dog puppy! 🐾

Having already held a couple of events, they’re well on their way to reaching their target which is amazing!

21/10/2026

A few easy tips to keep you, and others, safe from colds and flu throughout the winter months ☔️☔️❄️

16/10/2026

🌍🍽️ World Food Day 2026

Today is World Food Day — a chance to recognise the importance of food and the role it plays in bringing people together. We couldn’t resist sharing some photos of a few people who are supported by Encompass Care and, Andy our Operations Manager who all love their food! 😄🍽️

But for some people, being able to enjoy food outside of the home isn’t always straightforward. People who require a modified diet may need their food to be blended, mashed or prepared to a particular consistency to eat safely. This can cause a barrier when it comes to eating out, making it a daunting experience for individuals enjoying food with friends and family.

Over a year ago, Encompass care launched a Modified Diet Pledge which is our commitment to make eating out more accessible for people who face chewing or swallowing difficulties. Our pledge encourages food venues, cafés and restaurants to consider the needs of people who require modified diets. This helps to create more inclusive opportunities for everyone to enjoy food together because we believe everyone should have the opportunity to enjoy food, be part of their community and share those special moments around the table. 🥰

If you’re a venue that offers food and would like more information about how you can sign up our modified diet pledge, please email [email protected]

Let’s work together to make food more inclusive, accessible and enjoyable for everyone.