The Vicarage

The Vicarage is a residential care home in Holsworthy, Devon (EX22 7RJ). It holds a CQC rating of Good.

About The Vicarage

The Vicarage is a residential care home in Holsworthy, Devon, supporting adults with learning disabilities and autistic adults. Respite stays are part of what we do. We are a small household and that is the most important thing about us. Everybody is properly known rather than known in outline, staff notice when somebody is off colour without needing it reported, and the house runs around the people in it instead of the reverse. A small home cannot offer what a larger one can in facilities, and we say so plainly, because for some people a bigger setting suits better. People choose their own rooms, share in the shopping and the meals, and have a hand in how the place runs. Where somebody wants a job, a course or a club, we treat that as the purpose of the support rather than an extra. Being in a small Devon town means people get known locally on their own terms, which does more for confidence than anything we could arrange indoors. Our overall rating from the Care Quality Commission is good. We think the useful question is whether people here look at ease, so come and look.

Care provided at The Vicarage

Read the full inspection report on the CQC website.

Common questions about The Vicarage

Where is The Vicarage located?

The Vicarage is a residential care home in Holsworthy, Devon, EX22 7RJ. You can view its exact location and get directions from the map on this page.

What type of care does The Vicarage provide?

The Vicarage is registered to provide residential personal care, with support that includes Learning disability and autism support, Respite care. The full list of services is shown on this page.

What is The Vicarage's CQC rating?

The Vicarage is registered with and inspected by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). Its most recent overall rating is Good following its last inspection on 12 April 2018. You can read the full CQC report from the link on this page.

Does The Vicarage offer respite or short-term care?

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

Questions families ask about The Vicarage

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

No. The Vicarage is not listed for dementia care on the CQC register. If dementia is likely, choose a home that is, so a second move is not needed later.

Is there a nurse on site if health needs change?

No. The Vicarage 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. The Vicarage 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?

Ask the home. The register does not say which age groups the home supports. Ask the home.

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

The Vicarage 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 The Vicarage. Actual fees depend on the room, the level of care and how it is funded.

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