Garson House Care Home
Garson House Care Home is a residential care home in Lynton, Devon (EX35 6HU). It holds a CQC rating of Requires Improvement.
About Garson House Care Home
We at Garson House Care Home offer residential care in the beautiful coastal town of Lynton, nestled within the stunning landscape of Devon's North coast. Our home provides a warm and welcoming environment for older people seeking long term residential care or shorter respite stays. Set within Lynton, our home benefits from the peaceful charm of one of Devon's most picturesque destinations, where the fresh sea air and rolling countryside create a tranquil backdrop for daily life. The South West setting offers residents and their visiting loved ones a genuinely restorative atmosphere, blending the character of a traditional Devon town with the comforts of a homely residence. Our specialisms centre on older person care, encompassing both permanent residential placements and respite care for those needing a temporary stay. For families, this means we understand the journey that brings you to our door, whether you are planning ahead for a loved one's long term wellbeing or seeking short term support following a hospital stay, during a family holiday, or simply to give a family carer a well deserved break. Our approach is built around recognising each resident as an individual, with their own history, preferences, and routines. We support daily living with dignity, encourage social connection, and aim to make every resident feel that Garson House is truly their home. Respite care at our home offers families reassurance that their relative will be looked after in a comfortable setting with company, nourishing meals, and attentive support, whilst also giving the resident an opportunity to enjoy a change of scene and meet new people. In our most recent Care Quality Commission inspection, dated May 2023, Garson House received an overall rating of Requires Improvement. We were pleased to be rated Good in the Caring domain, which reflects the genuine warmth and compassion our team brings to their relationships with residents every day. We recognise that the Safe, Effective, Responsive and Well led domains were rated as Requires Improvement, and we take this feedback seriously. We are committed to acting on the regulator's findings, strengthening our practice, and working openly with families, professionals, and the wider community to deliver the standard of care every resident deserves. We believe transparency matters, and we welcome honest conversations with families about the progress we are making. If you are exploring residential or respite care in Lynton or the wider Devon area, we warmly invite you to get in touch. Choosing a care home is one of the most important decisions a family can make, and we would be honoured to answer your questions, share more about daily life at Garson House, and help you consider whether our home might be the right fit for your loved one. Please reach out to arrange a conversation or a visit, and let us support you through this next chapter with care and understanding.
Care provided at Garson House Care Home
- Older person care
- Respite care
- Last CQC inspection: 4 May 2023
Read the full inspection report on the CQC website.
Common questions about Garson House Care Home
Where is Garson House Care Home located?
Garson House Care Home is a residential care home in Lynton, Devon, EX35 6HU. You can view its exact location and get directions from the map on this page.
What type of care does Garson House Care Home provide?
Garson House Care Home is registered to provide residential personal care, with support that includes Older person care, Respite care. The full list of services is shown on this page.
What is Garson House Care Home's CQC rating?
Garson House Care Home is registered with and inspected by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). Its most recent overall rating is Requires Improvement following its last inspection on 4 May 2023. You can read the full CQC report from the link on this page.
Does Garson House Care Home offer respite or short-term care?
Yes. Garson House Care Home offers respite and short-term care. Availability changes regularly, so it is best to enquire directly.
Questions families ask about Garson House Care Home
Can Mum or Dad stay here if their dementia gets worse?
No. Garson House Care Home 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. Garson House Care Home 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. Garson House Care Home 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. Garson House Care Home 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
Garson House Care Home 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.
- Residential care: £1,000 to £1,300 per week per person, typical range
Indicative figures for the South West, not a quote from Garson House Care Home. Actual fees depend on the room, the level of care and how it is funded.
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