Southbourne Care Home
Southbourne Care Home is a residential care home in Torquay, Torbay (TQ1 3QT). It holds a CQC rating of Good.
About Southbourne Care Home
Here at Southbourne Care Home in Torquay, we provide a warm and welcoming environment where residents feel genuinely at home. Nestled in the heart of Torbay, we are proud to offer care that is rooted in respect, kindness and a real understanding of each person who comes through our doors. We support a wide range of needs, including older person care, residential care, dementia care, mental health support, physical disability, and visual and hearing impairment. We also welcome younger adults and offer respite care for those who need a short break or temporary support. Whatever brings someone to us, we take the time to understand their individual circumstances and tailor the care we provide accordingly. Dementia care is an area we take particularly seriously. We know how much it matters to families to feel confident that their loved one is safe, understood and treated with dignity. Our team works hard to create familiar routines and a calm atmosphere that helps residents feel secure and settled. We are pleased to hold a "Good" rating from the Care Quality Commission, which reflects the consistent effort our team puts in every single day. That rating matters to us not as a badge, but as a reassurance to families that the care we provide genuinely meets the standard it should. Living at Southbourne means being part of a community. We encourage residents to stay connected, enjoy meaningful activities and maintain their independence wherever possible. Family involvement is something we value greatly, and we always aim to keep communication open and honest. If you are considering care for yourself or someone you love, we would be very happy to have a conversation and show you around. We believe the best way to understand what we offer is simply to come and see it for yourself.
Care provided at Southbourne Care Home
- Older person care
- Dementia care
- Mental health care
- Physical disability support
- Sensory impairment support
- Younger adults care
- Respite care
- Last CQC inspection: 18 February 2023
Read the full inspection report on the CQC website.
Common questions about Southbourne Care Home
Where is Southbourne Care Home located?
Southbourne Care Home is a residential care home in Torquay, Torbay, TQ1 3QT. You can view its exact location and get directions from the map on this page.
What type of care does Southbourne Care Home provide?
Southbourne 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.
What is Southbourne Care Home's CQC rating?
Southbourne Care Home is registered with and inspected by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). Its most recent overall rating is Good following its last inspection on 18 February 2023. You can read the full CQC report from the link on this page.
Does Southbourne Care Home provide dementia care?
Yes. Southbourne Care Home supports people living with dementia. We recommend contacting the home directly to discuss your individual situation.
Does Southbourne Care Home offer respite or short-term care?
Yes. Southbourne Care Home offers respite and short-term care. Availability changes regularly, so it is best to enquire directly.
Questions families ask about Southbourne Care Home
Can Mum or Dad stay here if their dementia gets worse?
Yes. Southbourne 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. Southbourne 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. Southbourne 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. Southbourne 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
Southbourne 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 Southbourne Care Home. Actual fees depend on the room, the level of care and how it is funded.
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