Cary Lodge Care Home
Cary Lodge Care Home is a residential care home in Torquay, Torbay (TQ1 3NW).
About Cary Lodge Care Home
Cary Lodge is a residential care home in Torquay. We are home to older people and to younger adults, we support residents living with dementia, people managing mental health conditions, people with a physical disability and people with a visual or hearing impairment, and we offer respite stays for people who need care for a shorter time. We try to keep life here recognisable. People bring their own belongings, keep their own habits, and decide for themselves how much of the day they want to spend in company. Meals, sleep and routine are arranged around residents rather than around the timetable, as far as we can manage it, because those small freedoms are a large part of feeling at home. Where dementia or sensory loss is part of someone's life, the details count. Introducing ourselves clearly, keeping belongings where they were left, going at the person's pace and not rushing a difficult moment all make an enormous difference, and they are the things we train and supervise our staff around. Families are welcome and we keep relatives properly informed, particularly when something changes. We have not yet been given an overall rating by the Care Quality Commission. We would rather that was an invitation than a gap, so please come and see the home, talk to the people who live and work here, and ask us anything you want about how we run it.
Care provided at Cary Lodge Care Home
- Older person care
- Dementia care
- Mental health care
- Physical disability support
- Sensory impairment support
- Younger adults care
- Respite care
Read the full inspection report on the CQC website.
Common questions about Cary Lodge Care Home
Where is Cary Lodge Care Home located?
Cary Lodge Care Home is a residential care home in Torquay, Torbay, TQ1 3NW. You can view its exact location and get directions from the map on this page.
What type of care does Cary Lodge Care Home provide?
Cary Lodge Care Home is registered to provide residential personal care, with support that includes Older person care, Dementia care, Mental health care, Physical disability support, Sensory impairment support, Younger adults care. The full list of services is shown on this page.
Does Cary Lodge Care Home provide dementia care?
Yes. Cary Lodge Care Home supports people living with dementia. We recommend contacting the home directly to discuss your individual situation.
Does Cary Lodge Care Home offer respite or short-term care?
Yes. Cary Lodge Care Home offers respite and short-term care. Availability changes regularly, so it is best to enquire directly.
Questions families ask about Cary Lodge Care Home
Can Mum or Dad stay here if their dementia gets worse?
Yes. Cary Lodge Care Home 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. Cary Lodge 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. Cary Lodge 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?
Yes. Yes. Cary Lodge Care Home 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 South West
Cary Lodge 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
- Dementia care: £1,100 to £1,400 per week per person, typical range
Indicative figures for the South West, not a quote from Cary Lodge Care Home. Actual fees depend on the room, the level of care and how it is funded.
More about the care at Cary Lodge Care Home
Respite Care at Cary Lodge Care Home
Planned short breaks give a family carer time to recover, recuperate after a hospital stay or simply take a holiday. Cary Lodge offers respite stays and typically these are booked well ahead, with a minimum of one or two weeks common in the sector. Pack regular medication with a current list, comfortable clothing, toiletries and familiar items. A respite visit can also work as a gentle trial before deciding on a permanent move.
Dementia Care at Cary Lodge Care Home
Thoughtful dementia support tends to rest on familiar routines, staff who introduce themselves clearly and go at the resident's pace, belongings kept where they were left, and a layout that feels calm and safe to move around. Cary Lodge is registered for dementia care and its own description places weight on these small details and on not rushing a difficult moment. Families should ask how the home responds when a resident becomes distressed or anxious, what steps are taken if someone walks with purpose towards exits, and how the environment is kept secure without feeling locked. It is also worth asking how care is reviewed as dementia advances, how GPs and mental health teams are involved, and how relatives are kept properly informed when something noticeable changes.
Residential Care at Cary Lodge Care Home
Residential care covers help with the ordinary shape of a day, so meals, personal care, laundry, medication prompts and company, without the clinical input of a registered nurse on site. Where health needs are stable and predictable, this level of support often fits well, and district nurses can visit for tasks like dressings or injections. Cary Lodge is registered for residential care and describes a setting where people bring their own belongings and keep their own habits, with meals and routine arranged around residents where possible. Nursing care, by contrast, is for people whose conditions need qualified nursing oversight around the clock, and usually costs more. South West weekly fees generally fall between £1000 and £1300, with Torbay Council typically contributing £750 to £900 for funded placements. Ask what happens if needs rise beyond residential level.
Older Person Care at Cary Lodge Care Home
Day by day help for older people usually means a hand with washing and dressing, prompts and safe administration of medication, meals that suit appetite and diet, and unhurried company through the ordinary hours of the day. Cary Lodge in Torquay is registered with the CQC for older person care, though it has not yet been given an overall rating. Fees across the South West sit broadly between £1000 and £1300 a week, with Torbay Council typically funding around £750 to £900 for those who qualify. Families weighing up the home should ask how morning and evening routines are organised around each resident, how many staff are awake overnight, how call bells are answered after dark, and how medication rounds and GP visits are arranged. It is also worth asking how they keep relatives informed when something changes.
Mental Health at Cary Lodge Care Home
Adults living with an enduring mental health condition often do best where daily rhythm, privacy and respectful company are consistent. Cary Lodge is registered to support people managing mental health conditions, alongside general residential care. Ask what experience staff have with conditions like depression, bipolar or schizophrenia, how medication is monitored, and what the plan looks like if someone becomes unwell and needs input from the community mental health team.
Visual and Hearing Impairment at Cary Lodge Care Home
Sensory loss changes how someone reads a room, so lighting levels, clear signage, contrasting colours, hearing loops and unhurried verbal introductions all count. Cary Lodge is registered to support people with a visual or hearing impairment and mentions training staff around going at the person's pace. Ask about loop systems in shared areas, how staff announce themselves, and whether written information can be provided in larger print.
Younger Adults at Cary Lodge Care Home
Adults under 65 in a care home often want a rhythm that reflects their age, with their own interests, contact with friends and some say over how the week looks. Cary Lodge in Torquay is registered to support younger adults as well as older residents. Ask how the home helps a younger person maintain outside relationships, pursue hobbies and avoid feeling isolated when most other residents are considerably older.
Physical Disability at Cary Lodge Care Home
For adults whose mobility or dexterity is restricted, the practicalities of the building matter as much as the care itself. Cary Lodge is registered to support people with a physical disability. Ask about lift access, bathroom adaptations, hoisting and transfer equipment, doorway widths and whether particular rooms are set up for wheelchair users, alongside how personal care is delivered in a way that protects independence and dignity.
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