Dementia care homes in Exeter

Updated

Exeter has 22 dementia care homes registered with the Care Quality Commission, 9 of them with nursing. Of the homes on this page, the CQC rates 2 Outstanding, 17 Good and 1 Requires improvement. 2 homes are not rated yet. Devon council paid on average £1,043 a week for a residential care place and £1,317 for a nursing place for people aged 65 and over in 2024-2025 (GOV.UK adult social care finance report).

All care homes in Exeter (33)

Exeter at a glance

22on this list

Official rating
  • Outstanding2
  • Good17
  • Requires improvement1
  • Not yet rated2
  • 95% rated Good or Outstanding
  • Average score8.1 / 10
  • Types of care95% offer elderly care
How this list is ordered

Homes in Exeter are ordered by the MyCareCheck score, the average of the CQC's ratings for the five questions it asks at every inspection. Where two homes score the same, the better overall rating goes first.

Paying never changes a home's rating, score or place. Top places are only offered to homes rated Good or Outstanding and are always labelled.

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22 dementia care homes in Exeter

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Lucerne House

Run by Barchester Healthcare Homes Limited

Chudleigh Road, Alphington, Exeter, EX2 8TU
OutstandingCQC · Oct 2019

Inspected more than 4 years ago

  • Nursing
  • 74 beds
  • Dementia
  • Elderly care
  • Mental health

Lucerne House provides nursing and residential care for older people and adults with dementia, mental health needs, physical disabilities and other support requirements. Its care model combines 24-hour support with opportunities for independence, social life and personalised routines.

Residents can receive nursing, dementia, respite and residential care, with support tailored to their needs and preferences.

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Parkland House

Run by Peninsula Care Homes Limited

Barley Lane, Exeter, EX4 1TA
OutstandingCQC · Jun 2019

Inspected more than 4 years ago

  • Residential
  • 52 beds
  • Dementia
  • Elderly care
  • Physical disabilities

Parkland House provides residential and dementia care for up to 52 people in Exeter. The home supports residents with different care needs while encouraging independence, meaningful activities and continued involvement in hobbies and daily routines.

Its elevated position gives views over the surrounding countryside while remaining within reach of Exeter city centre.

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Greenslades Nursing Home

Run by Sanctuary Care Limited

Willeys Avenue, Exeter, EX2 8BE
GoodCQC · Feb 2023
  • Nursing
  • 67 beds
  • Dementia
  • Elderly care
  • Mental health

Care home with nursing for 67 residents in Exeter, run by Sanctuary Care Limited. Supports dementia, older people, mental health, physical disabilities, sensory impairment and younger adults.

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The Old Rectory Nursing Home

Run by Southern Healthcare (Wessex) Ltd

45-46 Old Tiverton Road, Exeter, EX4 6NG
GoodCQC · Jun 2020

Inspected more than 4 years ago

  • Nursing
  • 47 beds
  • Dementia
  • Elderly care
  • Physical disabilities

The Old Rectory Nursing Home provides nursing, residential, dementia, respite and end of life care in Exeter. It supports people who need nursing oversight, including those living with dementia or requiring palliative care, while also offering short-term care for families needing a break.

The home presents itself as a household-style setting, with activities, music and entertainment forming part of daily life.

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Green Tree Court

Run by Lexicon Healthcare Limited

81 Harrington Lane, Exeter, EX4 8NS
GoodCQC · Feb 2020
  • Safe Requires improvement

Inspected more than 4 years ago

  • Nursing
  • 68 beds
  • Dementia
  • Elderly care
  • Learning disabilities

Care home with nursing for 68 residents in Exeter, run by Lexicon Healthcare Limited. Supports dementia, older people, learning disabilities, mental health, physical disabilities, sensory impairment and younger adults.

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Amelia House Residential Home

Run by Amelia House Limited

Amelia House, Pocombe Bridge, Exeter, EX2 9SX
GoodCQC · Apr 2023
  • Residential
  • 19 beds
  • Dementia
  • Elderly care
  • Mental health

Amelia House Residential Home offers residential care for older people, including people living with Alzheimer’s, dementia, Parkinson’s disease and sensory or physical impairment. It also provides respite and palliative care within a family-run home on the outskirts of Exeter.

The two-storey home has 19 single bedrooms, mostly with en-suite facilities, plus communal lounges and secure outdoor spaces.

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Barton Place Nursing Home

Run by Barton Place Limited

Wrefords Link, Cowley Bridge, Exeter, EX4 5AX
GoodCQC · Sept 2024
  • Nursing
  • 42 beds
  • Dementia
  • Elderly care
  • Mental health

Advanced dementia and Alzheimer’s care is the central focus at Barton Place Nursing Home. The home also provides nursing and end-of-life care for residents whose needs may be complex, working with families and local health professionals to protect dignity and reduce distress.

Care planning considers communication, mobility and medication, rather than relying only on a diagnosis.

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Dene Court Care Home

Run by Dene Court Care Home Limited

1 Wonford Street, Heavitree, Exeter, EX2 5HU
GoodCQC · Oct 2022

Inspected more than 4 years ago

  • Residential
  • 28 beds
  • Dementia
  • Elderly care
  • Mental health

Residential care home for 28 residents in Exeter, run by Dene Court Care Home Limited. Supports dementia, older people, mental health, physical disabilities and sensory impairment.

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Dove Tree House

Run by Stonehaven (Healthcare) Ltd

89-91 Heavitree Road, Exeter, EX1 2ND
GoodCQC · Jan 2019

Inspected more than 4 years ago

  • Residential
  • 35 beds
  • Dementia
  • Elderly care
  • Physical disabilities

Residential care home for 35 residents in Exeter, run by Stonehaven (Healthcare) Ltd. Supports dementia, older people and physical disabilities.

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Endeavour Residential Home

Run by Endeavour Residential Services Ltd

Chudleigh Road, Alphington, Exeter, EX2 8TS
GoodCQC · Apr 2024
  • Residential
  • 20 beds
  • Dementia
  • Elderly care
  • Mental health

Residential care home for 20 residents in Exeter, run by Endeavour Residential Services Ltd. Supports dementia, older people, mental health, physical disabilities and sensory impairment.

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Highbray Residential Care Home

Run by Mrs Josefa McLeod

84 Mount Pleasant Road Exeter, Exeter, EX4 7AE
GoodCQC · Dec 2018

Inspected more than 4 years ago

  • Residential
  • 3 beds
  • Dementia
  • Learning disabilities
  • Mental health

Residential care home for 3 residents in Exeter, run by Mrs Josefa McLeod. Supports dementia, learning disabilities, mental health and younger adults.

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Highlands Borders Care Home

Run by Highlands Borders Care Home Limited

22 Salutary Mount, Heavitree, Exeter, EX1 2QE
GoodCQC · May 2020

Inspected more than 4 years ago

  • Residential
  • 28 beds
  • Dementia
  • Elderly care
  • Learning disabilities

Residential, respite, day and EMI care at Highlands Borders Care Home supports older people, including those living with dementia. The home offers a secure area for people with higher dementia needs, while its registered scope also covers physical disabilities and younger adults.

Newly refurbished accommodation includes en-suite rooms, spacious lounges and secure gardens.

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Jack Simpson House

Run by Highlands Borders Care Home Limited

North Street, Heavitree, Exeter, EX1 2RH
GoodCQC · Mar 2024
  • Residential
  • 35 beds
  • Dementia
  • Elderly care
  • Physical disabilities

Residential care home for 35 residents in Exeter, run by Highlands Borders Care Home Limited. Supports dementia, older people, physical disabilities, sensory impairment and younger adults.

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Sainthill House Care Home

Run by Sainthill House Ltd

Cowick Lane, Exeter, EX2 9JG
GoodCQC · Apr 2019

Inspected more than 4 years ago

  • Residential
  • 23 beds
  • Dementia
  • Elderly care
  • Learning disabilities

Residential care home for 23 residents in Exeter, run by Sainthill House Ltd. Supports dementia, older people, learning disabilities and younger adults.

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The Lilacs Residential Home

Run by Lilacs Care Ltd

42-44 Old Tiverton Road, Exeter, EX4 6NG
GoodCQC · Aug 2026
  • Residential
  • 29 beds
  • Dementia
  • Elderly care
  • Mental health

Residential care home for 29 residents in Exeter, run by Lilacs Care Ltd. Supports dementia, older people and mental health.

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Woodhayes

Run by Stonehaven (Healthcare) Ltd

36-40, St. Leonards Road, Exeter, EX2 4LR
GoodCQC · Aug 2021

Inspected more than 4 years ago

  • Nursing
  • 27 beds
  • Dementia
  • Elderly care
  • Physical disabilities

Care home with nursing for 27 residents in Exeter, run by Stonehaven (Healthcare) Ltd. Supports dementia, older people, physical disabilities and younger adults.

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Cadogan Court

Run by The Royal Masonic Benevolent Institution Care Company

Barley Lane, Exeter, EX4 1TA
GoodCQC · Nov 2019
  • Well-led Requires improvement

Inspected more than 4 years ago

  • Nursing
  • 70 beds
  • Dementia
  • Elderly care
  • Younger adults

Cadogan Court provides residential care, nursing and residential dementia support for older people in Exeter. Its nursing provision is intended for people assessed as requiring a Registered Nurse 24 hours a day, while dementia care may be residential or specialist nursing support depending on need.

The home is surrounded by landscaped gardens and forms part of RMBI Care Co.

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Cumberland Grange Care Home

Run by Barchester Healthcare Homes Limited

Cumberland Way, Exeter, EX1 3ZU
GoodCQC · Dec 2022
  • Well-led Requires improvement
  • Residential
  • 66 beds
  • Dementia
  • Elderly care
  • Younger adults

Cumberland Grange Care Home provides residential, dementia and respite care for older people in Exeter. The home combines care with a broad hospitality offer, including seasonal meals, modified textured dishes and food prepared on the premises from locally sourced meat and vegetables.

Residents can take part in activities and families are encouraged to be involved in regular meetings, including discussions about food choices.

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The Dales Nursing Home

Run by The Dales Nursing Home Limited

19-20 Howell Road, Exeter, EX4 4LG
GoodCQC · Jan 2020
  • Safe Requires improvement

Inspected more than 4 years ago

  • Nursing
  • 31 beds
  • Dementia
  • Elderly care
  • Physical disabilities

The Dales Nursing Home provides nursing care for older people in central Exeter, with both long- and short-term stays available. Services include respite and palliative or end-of-life care, with plans shaped around dignity, privacy, comfort and individual need.

The team works with local health professionals and Hospiscare when several people are involved in ongoing care.

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Oak House

Run by Oak House (Exeter) Ltd

56 St. Leonards Road, Exeter, EX2 4LS
Requires improvementCQC · Jan 2026
  • Safe Requires improvement
  • Effective Requires improvement
  • Residential
  • 26 beds
  • Dementia
  • Elderly care
  • Mental health

Residential care home for 26 residents in Exeter, run by Oak House (Exeter) Ltd. Supports dementia, older people, mental health and physical disabilities.

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What to look for in dementia care homes

  1. Staff training

    Staff training and experience with the person’s type and stage of dementia.

  2. A calm

    A calm, understandable and secure environment that supports independence.

  3. Personalised care planning

    Personalised care planning, meaningful activity and communication with families.

Questions families ask

What should dementia care homes offer?

Dementia care should adapt to the person’s history, routines, communication and changing needs. A CQC rating is useful evidence, but it does not by itself show whether a home is the right environment for a particular person. Some dementia care homes are residential homes, others also provide 24-hour nursing care for people with clinical needs, so confirm that the home can support the person’s diagnosis, communication, mobility, medicines and likely future needs.

How many dementia care homes are there in Exeter?

22 dementia care homes in Exeter are on the CQC register (data of 2 November 2026).

Which dementia care homes in Exeter are rated Outstanding?

Lucerne House and Parkland House.

How much does a care home cost in Exeter?

Devon council paid on average £1,043 a week for residential care and £1,317 for nursing care for people aged 65 and over in 2024-2025. For adults aged 18 to 64 it paid £1,895 and £1,532. Across England the averages were £982 and £1,102 for people aged 65 and over. People who pay for their own care are often charged more, so ask each home for its weekly fee.

How are these care homes ordered?

Ordered by the MyCareCheck score: the average of the five CQC key-question ratings (safe, effective, caring, responsive and well-led) on a 0 to 10 scale, where Outstanding is 10, Good 8, Requires improvement 5 and Inadequate 2. Homes the CQC has not rated yet come last. No home is left out because of its rating.

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