Dove Lodge Care Home

79-81 Salterton Road, Exmouth, EX8 2EW

01395279349

Care Type

Residential Care

CQC rating published

14 August 2019

Provider

Doveleigh Care Limited

Beds

31 beds

About Dove Lodge Care Home

Dove Lodge is a 31-bed residential care home located on Salterton Road in Exmouth, Devon. The home provides care for older people and is operated by Doveleigh Care Limited. It received a Good rating from the Care Quality Commission following an inspection in August 2019.

The home is situated in an established coastal town in the South West, with access to local amenities and services. As a smaller residential facility, it accommodates a limited number of residents, which typically allows for more personalised care routines. The home serves the local community and surrounding areas, providing residential care for those requiring support with daily living activities and personal care.

Specialist Care

Older people

5 Questions to Ask on Your Visit

When visiting Dove Lodge Care Home, consider asking...

1.What happens if my relative's care needs increase significantly -- will they have to move?
2.How do you handle concerns or complaints from families?
3.What does the monthly fee cover and what will cost extra?
4.How do you keep families informed about their relative's day-to-day wellbeing?
5.What happens if my relative is unhappy here?

5 Things to Look For on Your Visit

When you visit Dove Lodge Care Home, look out for...

1.Do staff greet residents by name and stop to chat?
2.Are residents dressed, up and occupied, or sitting alone in front of a TV?
3.Does the home smell fresh and feel clean without being clinical?
4.Do residents look comfortable and at ease, or anxious and withdrawn?
5.Does the manager answer your questions openly or deflect?

Could the NHS fund Dove Lodge Care Home's fees?

The average nursing home costs £1,535 per week. That's £79,820 a year. NHS Continuing Healthcare could cover all of it. No means test, no contribution from you.

Find out if the NHS could fund these fees