Ashfield

Ashfield is a residential care home in Exmouth, Devon (EX8 1JX). It holds a CQC rating of Good.

About Ashfield

Ashfield is a residential care home in Exmouth, caring for older people from across east Devon. We provide permanent residential places and planned respite stays, and we support residents living with dementia. We are not a large place and we would not want to be. What we aim for is a home where people know one another, where staff have time to sit and talk and where the shape of the day comes from the people living in it rather than from a timetable on a wall. Our support covers personal care, medication, meals, mobility and the steady companionship that often matters most to people who have found living alone lonely or worrying. Residents decide how much company they want, and preferences about food, bedtimes and privacy are treated as decisions rather than requests. For residents living with dementia, we work from life history. Knowing someone's trade, their family and what has always settled them tells us more about supporting them than any general guidance, and when someone is unsettled we look for the specific cause. Exmouth matters to many of our residents, who have lived locally for decades, and we keep people connected to the town and to their families wherever we can. The Care Quality Commission rated us good at our most recent inspection. You are welcome to visit, stay for a cup of tea and see us on an ordinary day.

Care provided at Ashfield

Read the full inspection report on the CQC website.

Common questions about Ashfield

Where is Ashfield located?

Ashfield is a residential care home in Exmouth, Devon, EX8 1JX. You can view its exact location and get directions from the map on this page.

What type of care does Ashfield provide?

Ashfield is registered to provide residential personal care, with support that includes Older person care, Dementia care, Respite care. The full list of services is shown on this page.

What is Ashfield's CQC rating?

Ashfield is registered with and inspected by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). Its most recent overall rating is Good following its last inspection on 8 February 2023. You can read the full CQC report from the link on this page.

Does Ashfield provide dementia care?

Yes. Ashfield supports people living with dementia. We recommend contacting the home directly to discuss your individual situation.

Does Ashfield offer respite or short-term care?

Yes. Ashfield offers respite and short-term care. Availability changes regularly, so it is best to enquire directly.

Questions families ask about Ashfield

Can Mum or Dad stay here if their dementia gets worse?

Yes. Ashfield is registered for dementia care, so someone whose needs increase can usually stay rather than move.

Is there a nurse on site if health needs change?

No. Ashfield is a residential care home without on-site nursing. District nurses and GPs visit, but someone who needs daily nursing may have to move to a nursing home.

Can they try a short stay before deciding?

Yes. Yes. Ashfield offers respite and short stays, which is a good way to see whether the home is the right fit.

Will they support end of life care, so there is no move at the hardest time?

Ask the home. End of life care is not listed on the register. Ask the manager whether residents can remain in the home with hospice or district nurse support.

Can she bring her cat or dog?

Ask the home. The home has not told us its pet policy yet. Ask directly; some homes allow small pets in residents' rooms or welcome visiting dogs.

Can a couple stay together?

Ask the home. We do not know whether the home has rooms for couples. Ask about shared or adjoining rooms if this matters.

Will the council help pay, or is it self funded only?

Ask the home. The home has not told us which funding it accepts. Most homes take both council funded and self funded residents; ask about council rates and any top up.

Do they take younger adults as well as older people?

No. Ashfield is registered for older people. Younger adults are not listed.

Can I visit before deciding, and are there visiting hours?

Ask the home. Every home should welcome a visit. Call to arrange one, ideally at a mealtime or during an activity, and ask about visiting hours for family.

Typical weekly fees in the South West

Ashfield has not published its fees yet. These are typical weekly fees for the South West, so you know roughly what to expect before you call.

Indicative figures for the South West, not a quote from Ashfield. Actual fees depend on the room, the level of care and how it is funded.

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