Rural Care (North )
Rural Care (North ) is a home care agency in Bideford, Devon (EX39 3DX). It holds a CQC rating of Good.
About Rural Care (North )
Here at Rural Care in Bideford, Devon, we provide home care support to people across North Devon who want to remain living independently in the comfort of their own homes. We work with older adults, younger adults, and people living with dementia, physical disabilities, and visual or hearing impairments, tailoring the care we provide around each person rather than fitting people into a fixed routine. We know that inviting someone into your home is a big decision, and we take that trust seriously. Our team takes time to get to know the people we support, their preferences, their routines, and what matters most to them day to day. Good care, in our view, is about genuine relationships and real consistency, not just ticking boxes. Our most recent Care Quality Commission inspection rated us as Good, which reflects the standard we hold ourselves to across every aspect of our work, from the quality of care provided in people's homes through to the way we communicate with families and those who matter to people we support. Living rurally can bring its own challenges when it comes to accessing support, and we understand North Devon well. We are familiar with the communities, the distances involved, and the importance of getting care right when local services can sometimes feel out of reach. Whether someone needs a short visit each morning, more intensive support throughout the day, or help managing a complex condition, we work closely with individuals and their families to find an arrangement that genuinely fits. We are always happy to have an honest conversation about what we can offer and whether we are the right match for someone's needs. If you would like to find out more, please do get in touch. We would be glad to hear from you.
Care provided at Rural Care (North )
- Older person care
- Dementia care
- Physical disability support
- Sensory impairment support
- Younger adults care
- Covers approximately 10 miles
- Last CQC inspection: 21 April 2020
Read the full inspection report on the CQC website.
Common questions about Rural Care (North )
Where is Rural Care (North ) located?
Rural Care (North ) is a home care agency based in Bideford, Devon (EX39 3DX), providing care to people in their own homes within approximately 10 miles of the area.
What type of care does Rural Care (North ) provide?
Rural Care (North ) is registered to provide care in people’s own homes, with support that includes Older person care, Dementia care, Physical disability support, Sensory impairment support, Younger adults care. The full list of services is shown on this page.
What is Rural Care (North )'s CQC rating?
Rural Care (North ) is registered with and inspected by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). Its most recent overall rating is Good following its last inspection on 21 April 2020. You can read the full CQC report from the link on this page.
Does Rural Care (North ) provide dementia care?
Yes. Rural Care (North ) supports people living with dementia. We recommend contacting the agency directly to discuss your individual situation.
Questions families ask about Rural Care (North )
Can they support someone living with dementia at home?
Yes. Yes. Rural Care (North Devon) Ltd is registered for dementia care in people's own homes.
Can they help with medication and nursing tasks?
Ask the home. Most home care agencies prompt or give medication but do not provide nursing tasks. Ask what their carers are trained to do.
Do they cover our area?
Yes. Rural Care (North Devon) Ltd covers roughly 10 miles from Bideford.
Will the council help pay?
Ask the home. The agency has not told us which funding it accepts. Most take both council funded and self funded clients; a direct payment from the council can be used to pay them.
Typical home care fees in the South West
Rural Care (North Devon) Ltd has not published its fees yet. These are typical hourly rates for the South West, so you know roughly what to expect before you call.
- Home care (per hour): £28 to £33 per hour, typical range
Indicative figures for the South West, not a quote from Rural Care (North Devon) Ltd. Actual fees depend on the room, the level of care and how it is funded.
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