Dementia care homes in Torbay
45 of the 74 care homes in Torbay are registered with the CQC as dementia care homes, of which 1 is rated Outstanding and 34 Good. A dementia care home is registered with the CQC to care for people living with dementia, with staff trained for it and a building laid out to keep residents safe and settled.
Dementia care homes in Torbay typically cost £1,256 a week, about £65,312 a year, based on 5 homes with a fee on record; the middle half charge £1,200 to £1,400. That is about 13% more than the typical residential fee in Torbay of £1,114.
A live-in carer at home, which many families weigh against dementia care home care, typically costs £1,120 a week near Torbay and can look after a couple.
Compare with a live-in carer at home through PrimeCarers
About £65,312 a year
For a couple, two places: £2,512 a week
The typical live-in carer near Torbay, set by the carer
Staying at home could cost about £136 a week less, £7,072 over a year
A couple can share one carer, about £1,355 a week, £1,157 a week less than two places.
PrimeCarers runs this site. Carers on it are self-employed and set their own rates. Every carer has had an enhanced DBS check in the last 18 months, ID and right-to-work checks and an online interview. Their skills and training are for you to check with them.
Stay at home with a live-in carer near Torbay
A carer moves in, so there is no move, no shared lounge and your own routine. Each carer’s profile shows their rate, experience and reviews, and you choose who to talk to.
Belmont House Devon Ltd
Cross Park House
Pendennis Residential Care Home
Hadleigh Court
Aveland Court Care Home
Bascombe Court
Beechmount
Belle Vue Care Home
Carl Court
Choice Care Home
Cornerways
Didsbury Court
Furzeham Lodge Care Home
Garden House
Grange-Lea Residential Care Home
Greycliffe Manor
Hatt House
Hill House Nursing Home
Jubilee House
Keychange Charity Erith House Care Home
Kingsmount Residential Home
Mount Olivet Nursing Home
Mount Tryon
21 live-in carers within about an hour of Torbay
These are self-employed carers on PrimeCarers, the introductory agency that runs this directory. Each has a profile with their own rates and reviews from families, and you choose who to talk to.
Most charge £980 to £1,400 a week. 17 can care for a couple. 12 years' experience on average.
“She looked after my mum, who can be incredibly challenging, so well and so gently, and we always felt confident that my mum was getting the best care available.”
“She was not phased by anything, she was adaptable, kind & gave us complete confidence to go away & not worry about a thing!”
Every carer has had an enhanced DBS check in the last 18 months, ID and right-to-work checks and an online interview. Their skills and training are for you to check with them. Carers set their own rates, and who is free changes week to week.
Typical dementia care homes fees in Torbay
Median weekly fee for each type of care, across the 45 homes in the area. The range covers the middle half.
- Residential dementia care
- £1,256
- Usually £1,200 to £1,400 a week5 homes
- Live-in carer at home, PrimeCarers
- £1,120
- Typical week, set by the carer. A couple sharing one carer about £1,355
Common questions
How much do dementia care homes in Torbay cost?
Dementia care homes in Torbay typically charge £1,256 a week, usually between £1,200 and £1,400. Fees depend on the room and the level of care, so ask each home for a written quote.
How many dementia care homes are there in Torbay?
45 of the 74 CQC-registered care homes in Torbay are dementia care homes. The list is refreshed from the CQC register every month.
What should I look for in a dementia care home in Torbay?
Look for staff trained in dementia care, a building that is easy to find your way around, secure gardens, a calm routine and activities built around what residents used to enjoy. Ask how the home handles distress and whether it can keep caring for someone as dementia advances, so a second move is not needed.
Will the council pay for dementia care home care in Torbay?
If your savings and assets are below £23,250 the council will assess what you can afford and may pay part or all of the fee. Ask the adult social care team at Torbay council for a needs assessment.