Average costs per week for care homes owned by Amica Care by care type provided. The weekly fees are calculated using the starting price for self-funded care provided by Amica Care, based on 4 out of 4 settings.

Keep in mind that fees can vary between providers and factors such as specific needs, location, room type and more can affect costs. For more information on care home fees across the UK and advice on how to pay, see our care home fees guide .

Which Amica Care Care Homes have the highest review score?

Exmouth House , The Orchards & Signature House have the highest review score.

Amica Care | 4 Care Homes

Review of
Ernstell House Nursing Home
from Vanessa M (Daughter of Resident) published on 5 December 2025 Submitted via Postal Card • Report

Overall Experience

Ernstell House in Plymouth has been an absolute blessing for my Dad. From the moment he arrived, the warmth the kindness shown by every member of staff have given me such peace of mind. The team truly treat residents with dignity, patience and genuine compassion, and it shows in the way my dad smiles

more, engages more and feels safe. The home itself is always clean, calm and welcoming, and there is a real sense of community. Staff take the time to understand each resident as an individual and keep families involved and reassured every step of the way. Knowing my dad is cared for by people who go above and beyond every day means more than words can say. I am so grateful to the entire team at Ernstall House for the love, respect and comfort they give him. They really do make it feel like home.
5 Stars wholeheartedly.

Reply from Nelson Ferreira, Home Manager at Ernstell House Nursing Home

Dear Vanessa,
Thank you so much for your incredibly kind and heartfelt review. It means a great deal to all of us at Ernstell House to know that your dad feels safe, settled and happier, and that you…read more

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Review of
Ernstell House Nursing Home
from Raymond H (Husband of Resident) published on 2 December 2025 Submitted via Website • Report

Overall Experience

This purpose built dementia care nursing home really works.
Residents enjoy high class acommodation in a spacious, bright, very well maintained and immaculately clean home.
The well led management team are both approachable and responsive always striving for continued improvement on what already

is an excellent home. Technology has been embraced to keep you well informed of your loved ones welfare.
Expect a warm welcome when you enter the large reception area more akin to a hotel.
The activities team work tirelessly to provide a comprehensive programme of stimulating activities, events and entertainment.
There is a varied menu of good quality nutritional meals, snacks and drinks are available throughout the day.
Nursing staff , senior carers and carers go about their role with compassion, empathy, joy and love for those they care for.
My loved one has been under the care of this wonderful team for two years. I could not wish for them to be better cared for. Thank you Ernstell House

Reply from Nelson Ferreira, Home Manager at Ernstell House Nursing Home

Dear Raymond,
Thank you so much for your incredibly kind and thoughtful review. It truly means a great deal to the whole team to read such positive feedback about the home, the environment, and most…read more

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Review of
The Orchards
from Michael D (Son of Resident) published on 25 November 2025 Submitted via Website • Report

Overall Experience

I was worried about putting my mother into care, would she be looked after? Would she be happy? Well after a look back over her last ten months at The Orchards I can answer "YES!".
I really am happy for her to be in their care. When ever I drop in to see her, she is well dressed, warm and

cared for in warm comfortable surroundings.

Reply from Keren Wilkinson, Chief Executive Officer at The Orchards

Thank you for your kind words about the care your mother receives, our team work hard to ensure that residents are well cared for and have everything they need, I will be sure to pass your comments…read more

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Review of
The Orchards
from K D (Friend of Resident) published on 25 November 2025 Submitted via Website • Report

Overall Experience

Overall no complaints about the care given. However I was not impressed to find breakfast dishes still in resident's room late afternoon. Also residents in lounge unable to have afternoon hot drinks due to lack of cups and only one member of staff in the lounge with several residents. Appreciate may

be short staffed but .

Reply from Keren Wilkinson, Chief Executive Officer at The Orchards

Thank you for taking the time to send in a review, these reviews are very valuable to us, please be reassured that we will look into the comments you have made and ensure that we address any…read more

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Review of
Ernstell House Nursing Home
from Alison J (Daughter of Resident) published on 24 November 2025 Submitted via Website • Report

Overall Experience

An excellent nursing home that surpasses expectations.

Excellent qualified staff on each shift 24/7.

Well led, bespoke service where the resident is always put first. A rare find but a jewel in the crown.

Lovely to see family included in decision making as well as the resident.

Well done

to the whole team from floor up.

Reply from Nelson Ferreira, Home Manager at Ernstell House Nursing Home

Dear Alison, thank you for your wonderful and heartfelt review. We are truly delighted to hear that you feel Ernstell House delivers a level of care that surpasses expectations. Your recognition of…read more

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Review of
Ernstell House Nursing Home
from D W (Daughter of Resident) published on 24 November 2025 Submitted via Website • Report

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My dad has been at Ernstell for approx 1 year now. He is well looked after and treated with dignity. Staff are lovely with him. The accomodation itself is very nice. Good choice of meals. Some good activities organised to keep him stimulated if he wants to take part. Families are kept up to date and

included with the activities. Generally we are happy with dad being cared for at Ernstell.

Reply from Nelson Ferreira, Home Manager at Ernstell House Nursing Home

Thank you very much for taking the time to share your feedback about your father's experience at Ernstell House. We are delighted to hear that he is well looked after and treated with dignity, and…read more

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Review of
Ernstell House Nursing Home
from S H (Son of Resident) published on 19 November 2025 Submitted via Website • Report

Overall Experience

The staff and the environment are welcoming and professional. Mum's needs are met and she is very well looked after, which gives me peace of mind knowing she's in good hands. This is a happy place for residents, with lots of effort put into entertainment and daily activities to support various needs.

The entire team are positive, supportive, compassionate and open to feedback from visitors. The App is particularly useful as it allows me to see how Mum is doing on days when I'm unable to visit. My Father visits daily to spend time with Mum, and it's a credit to the team that he is treated so well during his visits. I feel that the team, the entertainment and the positive atmosphere are a huge benefit to him, even when he's not a resident. Well done Ernstell House.

Reply from Keren Wilkinson, Chief Executive Officer at Ernstell House Nursing Home

Thank you for your wonderful feedback, we strive to care for all the family, not just the resident and I am so pleased that this is your experience. Our staff work hard to ensure that residents live…read more

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Review of
Ernstell House Nursing Home
from M M (Son of Resident) published on 19 November 2025 Submitted via Website • Report

Overall Experience

The care home has lots of activities to engage the residents . Food is to a high standard and all staff seem very caring and approachable .I also find the reception staff very helpful and always take note of any comments and requests which involve my Father

Reply from Keren Wilkinson, Chief Executive Officer at Ernstell House Nursing Home

Thank you for taking the time to provide us with your feedback. Our team work very hard to provide the best care and I will pass on your lovely comments to them. It is so important that your father is…read more

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Review of
Ernstell House Nursing Home
from C W (Sister of Resident) published on 19 November 2025 Submitted via Website • Report

Overall Experience

Overall, really good/excellent, but no one is perfect! I would say more training needs to be given to recently appointed staff, as whilst trying their best, overlook fundamental processes.

All staff are polite and say hello and the quality and of care is excellent, once everything has been understood.

Reply from Keren Wilkinson, Chief Executive Officer at Ernstell House Nursing Home

Thank you for much for your review, we do have a robust induction and training program for all new staff as well as ongoing training for our established team members; however, some of our new members…read more

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Review of
Exmouth House
from Jennie D (Daughter of Resident) published on 6 November 2025 Submitted via Website • Report

Overall Experience

Dad has been at Exmouth House for the last 2 and a half years. My brother and I looked round several local care homes but none of them felt quite right for Dad until we went to Exmouth House. The calm, friendly atmosphere, the lovely bedroom, the large communal lounge, the range of activities and the

attentive staff made us immediately feel that Dad could be happy there. He settled in very quickly and I feel that he is safe and very well-looked after. The staff quickly got to know him and noticed what he liked and didn't like. The residents are treated as individuals, and always with respect and dignity. My brother and I both feel that we made the right choice for Dad.

Reply from Kat Langdon, Home Manager at Exmouth House

Thank you for you for your review, I am glad your Dad is happy, I have passed on your kind words to the team

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Review of
Exmouth House
from Sue R (Daughter of Resident) published on 6 November 2025 Submitted via Website • Report

Overall Experience

Exmouth House especially the lovely Kinga, what can I say that woman has boundless energy and always there for you when you need reassuring, nothing ever seems too much trouble. Mum became of resident at Exmouth House a year ago , and I must say I never thought mum would settle, but low and behold

she seems to have thrived in there bless her. I would also like to praise the lovely James too, always there when mum is feeling a little down he lifts her sprits and makes her feel like a Queen (his Words).
Thank you Exmouth House for all the love and attention mum receives from you all. I feel safe in the knowledge mum is well cared for and safe in your hands.
One big extended family.

Reply from Kat Langdon, Home Manager at Exmouth House

Thank you for the kind review, I have passed on your thanks to the team

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Review of
Exmouth House
from Ruth W (Daughter of Resident) published on 6 November 2025 Submitted via Website • Report

Overall Experience

Mum has been at Exmouth House for 3 years. Myself & my brother are very pleased with the care she receives. It's like a home from home . Comfortable, warm with a great atmosphere. The care team are compassionate & go above & beyond to ensure all mums needs are met. Always with a smile & treated with

respect & dignity. Kat & Kinga keep us informed of how mum is & always keep us up to date with care or any issues that may occur. They know mum so well & are always on top of any concerns. Mums room is pretty & kept beautifully with all her own photos, books & treasures. Activities are very important to keep mum moving, busy & happy. Liz does a fab job & works hard with willing help from the staff. She invents fun activities. A lot of ideas come from the residents themselves. There are residents meetings so that mum can have a voice & feel valued. Liz is always open to ideas & suggestions . Mums receives regular prayers & holy communion which is important to her. Thank you all

Reply from Kat Langdon, Home Manager at Exmouth House

Thank you for the lovely review, it is a pleasure supporting your Mum

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Review of
Exmouth House
from Tracey S (Daughter of Resident) published on 6 November 2025 Submitted via Website • Report

Overall Experience

Sadly my Mum passed away in August after living at Exmouth House for just over two years.
I can't begin to say how happy I was with the care my Mum received whilst there and putting my mind at rest. I was kept updated with phone calls and video calls which was lovely. As I live in Essex, it meant

I could only get down once a month to see Mum, it was a great relief to know she was well looked after and I could sleep soundly at night.
There were always activities going on and outings. It has a real family feel to it.
The staff are amazing and so welcoming. What I loved was you could just turn up at any time and spend as long as you wanted there.
I would highly recommend Exmouth House, I shall miss seeing all the staff and residents there. Great team that I can't thank enough for everything

Reply from Kat Langdon, Home Manager at Exmouth House

Thank you for your kind words, it was a pleasure supporting your Mum, you and the family are always welcome to visit

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Review of
Ernstell House Nursing Home
from Daniel H (Son of Resident) published on 31 October 2025 Submitted via Postal Card • Report

Overall Experience

The atmosphere is always warm, welcoming, and nothing is ever too much trouble. The home is always clean. The entertainment team, I love their energy and enthusiasm. Dad is very content. Usually looks well. Regular trips to the barbers on site. Clean-shaven. I am overall very, very happy with his care

and would highly recommend.

Reply from Nelson Ferreira, Home Manager at Ernstell House Nursing Home

Dear Daniel,

On behalf of the entire team at Ernstell House & Amica Care, we would like to sincerely thank you for your kind words and thoughtful feedback. We are delighted to know that your father…read more

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Review of
The Orchards
from Karen C (Daughter of Resident) published on 1 October 2025 Submitted via Website • Report

Overall Experience

Thank you so much to everyone at The Orchard nursing home,
Dad was a resident there for 2 months and in that time he received the best care,
The manager Ruth and her care team were all amazing, Dad was so very happy and relaxed and very much enjoyed the food.
Sadly dad passed away with later stages

of vascular dementia,
We all really appreciate the care dad received.

Reply from Ruth O'Dea, Home Manager at The Orchards

Dear Karen, Thank you so much for such a lovely review. It was our pleasure to be able to get to know Dad and support him during his stay with us and we miss him very much.

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Review of
Ernstell House Nursing Home
from Pip M (Daughter of Resident) published on 22 September 2025 Submitted via Website • Report

Overall Experience

I can not begin to explain my journey and the care my father received duing his end of life path here at Ernstell.
The staff (all) are compassionate and nothing is too much for any of them. The detail and programmes they run for each resident is amazing. After my dad passed I realised how much I

had become to feel part of a bigger family and I miss them all even months on. Thank you Ernstell Team for my dads journey and making mine easier to bear.
I will be forever grateful. You are exemplary in every way.
You will not be forgotten.

Reply from Nelson Ferreira, Home Manager at Ernstell House Nursing Home

Thank you for sharing such a moving and heartfelt review of your experience with Ernstell House. We are truly honoured to have been part of your father's end-of-life journey and to know that our…read more

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Review of
Signature House
from P R (Wife of Resident) published on 21 August 2025 Submitted via Postal Card • Report

Overall Experience

The nicest thing about the home is the garden being able to take my husband down to garden gives us great pleasure. The staff are very attentive and supportive and management very good and helpful, the atmosphere in the home is pleasant and inviting, although the lounge is cramped for visitors and it

is not always possible to move away from the noise and confusion.

Reply from Mandy Bugler, Manager - Signature House at Signature House

Thank you for taking the time to share your experience.We're so pleased that you enjoy spending time in the garden with your husband it's a special space that our residents and families find peaceful…read more

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Review of
Signature House
from Sheridan I (Sister of Resident) published on 20 August 2025 Submitted via Postal Card • Report

Overall Experience

After visiting our brother in hospital for weeks we could see he was not happy and we were always concerned for him, but visiting him here (only two days has he been here) he looks so much better, its a wait off our shoulders.

Reply from Mandy Bugler, Manager - Signature House at Signature House

Thankyou for taking the time to write this review. I'm so pleased that your brother has settled in well at Signature House. He's certainly enjoying the activities and events we have had since he…read more

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Review of
Signature House
from P L (Wife of Resident) published on 14 August 2025 Submitted via Postal Card • Report

Overall Experience

My husband has been in Signature House for two years with challenging alzheimers. The care he receives is outstanding, with well trained staff who all have endless patience and understand dementia. Activities are regular and fun, there is a small garden which residents can access, and visitors are welcome.

The food is generally nourishing and well cooked. Information is easily available online and from the staff, who are friendly and helpful.

Reply from Mandy Bugler, Manager - Signature House at Signature House

Thankyou for writing this lovely review in recognition of the outstanding care our staff provide on our Specialist Dementia Floor. I will share this with all the departments in our home it always…read more

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Review of
The Orchards
from Janet W (Wife of Resident) published on 11 August 2025 Submitted via Website • Report

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My husband needed physical and mental help in the last few months of his life and we we were lucky enough to find The Orchards, a beautiful home of such very high standards. A visit at any time by family or friends was always met with a warm welcome by every member of staff on duty and we always knew

that my husband had received the very best care and attention they could give. The staff were there for us at the end and we will always be grateful for their sympathy, comfort and support. He could not have been in a better place.

Reply from Ruth O'Dea, Home Manager at The Orchards

Thank you for your lovely review, it was an pleasure and honor to support your husband here at The Orchards and we will greatly miss him. I will be sure to pass on the comments you made to the rest of…read more

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Type of Care Provided	Average Weekly Cost
Residential Care	£1,195
Residential Dementia Care	£1,195
Nursing Care	£1,257
Nursing Dementia Care	£1,257
All Care Types	£1,195

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