Devonshire House
Devonshire House is a residential care home in Sudbury, Suffolk (CO10 8AS). It holds a CQC rating of Good.
About Devonshire House
We are a residential care home in Sudbury, providing a home for older people and younger adults who need help with daily living, including those living with dementia. We try to run the place so that it belongs to the people who live in it. Residents have their own rooms with their own belongings, get up and go to bed when they choose and decide how they want to spend their days. Meals are cooked here and we listen when somebody says they would rather have something else. Much of what makes a care home worth living in is small and unglamorous: being helped to wash without being rushed, a hot drink at the time you actually want it, somebody noticing when you have gone quiet and sitting down with you. Dementia care, as we have come to understand it, is mostly a matter of knowing the person. We ask families to tell us about working life, children, music, faith and old habits, because that knowledge is what allows a member of staff to reassure somebody who is frightened or cannot place where they are. Family and friends are welcome whenever they would like to come, and we would always rather a relative raised a concern straight away. Respite stays are available as well as permanent places. Our most recent inspection by the Care Quality Commission rated us good overall. Do come and look round and ask us anything.
Care provided at Devonshire House
- Older person care
- Dementia care
- Younger adults care
- Respite care
- Last CQC inspection: 3 September 2025
Read the full inspection report on the CQC website.
Common questions about Devonshire House
Where is Devonshire House located?
Devonshire House is a residential care home in Sudbury, Suffolk, CO10 8AS. You can view its exact location and get directions from the map on this page.
What type of care does Devonshire House provide?
Devonshire House is registered to provide residential personal care, with support that includes Older person care, Dementia care, Younger adults care, Respite care. The full list of services is shown on this page.
What is Devonshire House's CQC rating?
Devonshire House is registered with and inspected by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). Its most recent overall rating is Good following its last inspection on 3 September 2025. You can read the full CQC report from the link on this page.
Does Devonshire House provide dementia care?
Yes. Devonshire House supports people living with dementia. We recommend contacting the home directly to discuss your individual situation.
Does Devonshire House offer respite or short-term care?
Yes. Devonshire House offers respite and short-term care. Availability changes regularly, so it is best to enquire directly.
Questions families ask about Devonshire House
Can Mum or Dad stay here if their dementia gets worse?
Yes. Devonshire House 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. Devonshire House 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. Devonshire House 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?
Yes. Yes. Devonshire House supports younger adults as well as older people.
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 East
Devonshire House has not published its fees yet. These are typical weekly fees for the East, so you know roughly what to expect before you call.
- Residential care: £1,000 to £1,350 per week per person, typical range
- Dementia care: £1,100 to £1,450 per week per person, typical range
Indicative figures for the East, not a quote from Devonshire House. Actual fees depend on the room, the level of care and how it is funded.
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