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Bluebell House offers 25 bedrooms (mostly single) where elderly people, elderly people with physical disability and elderly people with dementia, are expertly...
Bluebell House Care Home is one of a group of ten Residential Care Homes owned and operated by the Stonehaven (Healthcare) Group in Devon and Cornwall. As with all homes in the group each Resident enjoys a very high standard of care in a 'home and family' focused environment.
Bluebell House offers 25 bedrooms (mostly single) where elderly people, elderly people with physical disability and elderly people with dementia, are expertly cared for.
There is a dedicated and highly trained Care Team whose compassion and skill make Donnington House a real HOME where frequent recommendation and positive feedback are regularly enjoyed.
Carers understand that for many the prospect of a move to a Residential Home can be a daunting one. To help dispel any concerns, carers offer free a 'Familiarisation Day' to prospective residents (so long as capacity allows) - where a prospective resident may spend a day at the home with a family member or friend.
It is the desire to ensure that all who come into contact with Bluebell House leave with an overwhelmingly positive impression of the home.
Come along and see for yourselves. You will always be most welcome.
Care Provided by Bluebell House Care Home
Primary Care Categories
- Older Person Care
- Dementia
- Mental Health Condition
- Physical Disability
- Visual / Hearing Impairment
Length of Stay
- Permanent Care
- Respite Care
Care Types Provided
- Residential Care
- Dementia Residential Care
- For a maximum of 36 Service Users
Dementia Care Types
- Mild Dementia
- Moderate Dementia
- Advanced/Complex Dementia
Other Care Provided
- Parkinson's Disease
- Stroke
- Palliative / End of Life Care
- Convalescent Care
- Day Care
Facilities
- Own Furniture if required
- Pet Friendly (or by arrangement)
- Close to Local shops
- Near Public Transport
- Minibus or other transport
- Lift
- Stairlift
- Wheelchair Access
- Gardens
- Phone Point in own room
- Television point in own room
Funding & Fees
Weekly Charges per Person
The price(s) shown are provided by the care home. Contact Bluebell House Care Home for full pricing details and T&Cs.
Contact Bluebell House Care Home to confirm what's included and get a personalised quote:
Funding Types Accepted
- Self-Funding (Private)
- Local Authority with Top-up
- Local Authority
- NHS Continuing Healthcare (CHC)
Good to Know
Group / Owner
- Stonehaven Care Group
- Private Owned
Person in charge
- Kathryn Southouse (Manager)
Local Authority / Social Services
Admission Information
- Ages 60+
Care Home Design/Build
- Purpose Built: No
- Last Refurbishment: 2007
- Number of floors: 3
Room Information
- Single Rooms (30)
- Couples/Companion Rooms (3)
Visiting
- From 10.30 am - 10.00pm
Parking
- Parking in front of house in car park
Bluebell House Care Home Reviews (56)
Bluebell House Care Home has a Review Score of 9.5 (9.479) out of 10, based on 16 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Bluebell House Care Home has 56 reviews.
My Mum has been living at Bluebell House for nearly a year, after her Dementia worsened and my Dad could no longer cope taking care of her..even with our help. She is well looked after, and everyone is very kind. We have got to know everyone, and are always welcomed. I enjoy visiting, and I really...
We were also surprised with a yummy birthday cake and gift for my Mum on her birthday, which was completely unexpected!
My Mums bedroom is cozy and clean, and my Mum is well taken care of.
My Dad is always welcomed too, he is elderly himself, and I know the staff keep an eye on him and make sure he has a cuppa and a piece of cake too, when he visits.
I would like to add too, that anyone new visiting a relative or friend, should chat to everyone, it really makes a difference to get to know the staff & residents, as they are lovely. I know it can be a sensitive time, when someone moves into a care home. Thank you again
Good afternoon Sam. Thank you for taking the time to post this lovely 5 / 5 Star review of your experience with our Care Team and Care Home at Bluebell House in Westward Ho! North Devon. It's really lovely to read how well your mum (and dad) are taken care of by the care team and that you enjoy...
Good afternoon Sam. Thank you for taking the time to post this lovely 5 / 5 Star review of your experience with our Care Team and Care Home at Bluebell House in Westward Ho! North Devon. It's really lovely to read how well your mum (and dad) are taken care of by the care team and that you enjoy visiting and sitting and chatting with the friends that you have made. Your words paint a lovely picture of life in a care home - they are friendly and positive places where family and relationships can flourish - where residents and visitors do, indeed, have a fantastic opportunity to meet new people and have fun new experiences. Your words will, I have no doubt, be a great source of comfort to anybody just starting to find out about residential care home options. Thank you again and kindest regards, Nathan.
My mum has been at Bluebell House for four years this September. Her dementia is now quite advanced. I visit mum regularly and in all that time I have been impressed with the level of care that mum has received. Mum is very well cared for and I would recommend and have recommended Bluebell House to...
My mum has been at Bluebell House for four years this September. Her dementia is now quite advanced. I visit mum regularly and in all that time I have been impressed with the level of care that mum has received. Mum is very well cared for and I would recommend and have recommended Bluebell House to friends. The staff do an amazing job.
Good afternoon Judith. Thank you for taking the time to leave this 5 / 5 star review of your experience with our Care Team and Care Home at Bluebell House in Westward Ho! North Devon. It's lovely to read that you are impressed with the level of care that your mum is receiving, that your mum is very...
Good afternoon Judith. Thank you for taking the time to leave this 5 / 5 star review of your experience with our Care Team and Care Home at Bluebell House in Westward Ho! North Devon. It's lovely to read that you are impressed with the level of care that your mum is receiving, that your mum is very well cared for and thank you for recommending Bluebell to your friends. Your final words are lovely and will be greatly appreciated by our Care Team at Bluebell House. Thank you again, Nathan.
Although generally the home has a homely feel and doesn't feel clinical or over...
Although generally the home has a homely feel and doesn't feel clinical or over modern, the rooms and bathrooms are a bit tired and need updating although not uncomfortable for dad. I also think the building is generally looking a bit tired and in need of a lick of paint and a bit of updating. The garden at the back is difficult to use despite the time spent on it and again is looking a bit scruffy at the moment which is a shame. The cost has risen by £1000 per month in the last 18 months and I think a bit more money should be spent on upkeep. I do feel that they could keep us more informed about what is happening with dad sometimes I am surprised when I find something out inadvertently that I think they should have at least made a call or messaged about.
Good morning. Thank you for this feedback - its nice to read that the care team are very caring and supportive and understand your dads needs well. I note what you say about the building and rooms - but that's not to say I agree:) - Bluebell House is a home - we have an ongoing programme of...
Good morning. Thank you for this feedback - its nice to read that the care team are very caring and supportive and understand your dads needs well. I note what you say about the building and rooms - but that's not to say I agree:) - Bluebell House is a home - we have an ongoing programme of maintenance and renewal and I'm always struck by how clean, tidy and fresh it is when I visit. With regards to the garden, we are just emerging from a very wet winter - most gardens and outside areas I see are still in the process of being tidied up and made ready for the summer - with Bluebell no different. Care fees have indeed risen in the past 18 months - across the industry and in line with (and probably a bit behind) inflation. With regards to information - please do let the Care Home Managers know how often you would like to be update and for what reasons. You are invited to attend bi-monthly resident meetings and take care in care plan reviews. Kindest regards, Nathan.
I am so pleased with the way Bluebell House is looking after my husband. The team are caring for him so well. He feels loved and safe. He feels valued and appreciated. He recognises that this is his new home, and takes part in several of the activities,...
I am so pleased with the way Bluebell House is looking after my husband. The team are caring for him so well. He feels loved and safe. He feels valued and appreciated. He recognises that this is his new home, and takes part in several of the activities, especially the musical ones. I feel very blessed that he was found such a nice place to live, and has found lots of new friends.
Good afternoon Evelyn H. Thank you for taking the time to leave this really positive review of your experience with our Care Team and Care Home at Bluebell House in Westward Ho! It's lovely to read that you are pleased with the way that your husband is being looked after, that the team care for him...
Good afternoon Evelyn H. Thank you for taking the time to leave this really positive review of your experience with our Care Team and Care Home at Bluebell House in Westward Ho! It's lovely to read that you are pleased with the way that your husband is being looked after, that the team care for him so well and that he feels loved and safe, value and appreciated. It's great that he is taking part in activities - it's always great to have residents who want to get involved - it raises the atmosphere for everybody and more and more then get involved - which is great! Your feedback is so lovely and will, I'm sure, provide great comfort to anybody who reads it who may just be finding out about residential care for the first time. Thank you again and kindest regards, Nathan.
Every time we go into Bluebell, we get such a lovely welcome - it has a warm atmosphere. I love that the Bluebell team is so caring to my mother and treat her with such respect and kindness. Management always respond very quickly if I ever have questions or concerns. She is being well looked after...
Every time we go into Bluebell, we get such a lovely welcome - it has a warm atmosphere. I love that the Bluebell team is so caring to my mother and treat her with such respect and kindness. Management always respond very quickly if I ever have questions or concerns. She is being well looked after and feels part of a Bluebell family.
Good afternoon FK. Thank you for taking the time to leave this really positive review of your experience with our Care Team and Care Home at Bluebell House in Westward Ho! North Devon. It's lovely to read that you always receive a lovely welcome when you visit, that there is a warm atmosphere and...
Good afternoon FK. Thank you for taking the time to leave this really positive review of your experience with our Care Team and Care Home at Bluebell House in Westward Ho! North Devon. It's lovely to read that you always receive a lovely welcome when you visit, that there is a warm atmosphere and that the care team are so caring towards you mother. It's lovely to read that you feel that your mum is 'part of a Bluebell family' as that's exactly what we set out to achieve as a company - and we know that our care team at Bluebell House work really hard to achieve this - because it's also why they come to work. Kind words of acknowledgement such as yours are greatly valued - thank you again. Kindest regards, Nathan.
We are so pleased that Dad's hospital respite was at Bluebell House and grateful they accepted him in December 25. We had started a search for a permanent home prior to this, but we did not need to continue our search when his placement became permanent. Dad is very settled at the home and is...
We are so pleased that Dad's hospital respite was at Bluebell House and grateful they accepted him in December 25. We had started a search for a permanent home prior to this, but we did not need to continue our search when his placement became permanent. Dad is very settled at the home and is well looked after. The staff are all very friendly and we can visit any time we like. I have visited during meal times and the food looks tasty and he is well fed. Would highly recommend.
Good morning Hayley M. Thank you so much for this detailed and really positive review of your experience with our Care Team and Care Home at Bluebell House in Westward Ho! North Devon. It's really lovely to read that your Dad is so settled and well looked after, that our care team are all very...
Good morning Hayley M. Thank you so much for this detailed and really positive review of your experience with our Care Team and Care Home at Bluebell House in Westward Ho! North Devon. It's really lovely to read that your Dad is so settled and well looked after, that our care team are all very friendly and that your Dad enjoys the meals and is well fed:) It's always lovely for our care home teams to see a full house of 5 stars in their reviews - a huge motivation for them and recognition of the dedication that they commit to their vital roles looking after vulnerable older people. Thank you again, Nathan.
Bluebell continues to provide excellent care and support for Mum. It's a pleasure to visit and I am always made to feel welcome. I see the same staff regularly who know Mum well, her likes and dislikes and accommodate her preferences accordingly. In particular Mum has been encouraged to participate...
Bluebell continues to provide excellent care and support for Mum. It's a pleasure to visit and I am always made to feel welcome. I see the same staff regularly who know Mum well, her likes and dislikes and accommodate her preferences accordingly. In particular Mum has been encouraged to participate in the choir which has noticeably increased her confidence.
Hello SL. Thankyou for taking the time to write and publish this really positive review of your experience with our Care Team and Care Home at Bluebell House in Westward Ho! North Devon. It's lovely to read that Bluebell House continues to provide excellent care and support for your mum and that...
Hello SL. Thankyou for taking the time to write and publish this really positive review of your experience with our Care Team and Care Home at Bluebell House in Westward Ho! North Devon. It's lovely to read that Bluebell House continues to provide excellent care and support for your mum and that you always find it a pleasure to visit. Great also that your mum has joined the Bluebell House choir and that this has had such a positive impact upon her. I know Kathy and her team will be really happy to read your kind words. Kindest regards, Nathan.
The home has been a lovely place for my grandma in the past 4 years. The staff clearly care a lot about her. They organised a lovely blessing for me and my new wife when my grandma couldn't make the wedding.
The home has been a lovely place for my grandma in the past 4 years. The staff clearly care a lot about her. They organised a lovely blessing for me and my new wife when my grandma couldn't make the wedding.
Hello SK. Thank you so much for taking the time to write and publish this really positive review of your experience with our Care Team and Care Home at Bluebell House in Westward Ho! North Devon. It's really lovely to read that Bluebell House has been a lovely place for your grandma for the past 4 years. Congratulations on your recent marriage:) Kindest regards, Nathan.
I have been visiting a resident for almost a year. He is very happy here and exceptionally looked after. All the staff are warm and welcoming and very attentive, and management is fantastic and always ready to listen should a concern arise. We were very apprehensive about putting him in a home, but...
I have been visiting a resident for almost a year. He is very happy here and exceptionally looked after. All the staff are warm and welcoming and very attentive, and management is fantastic and always ready to listen should a concern arise. We were very apprehensive about putting him in a home, but I knew that he would be safe in Bluebells as I worked with Kathy a few years back, so I knew I could trust her management and her staff. Overall, Bluebells is beyond expectations due to Kathy. Thank you all at Bluebells.
Good evening Maria C. What a kind and lovely review of your experience with our Care Team and Care Home at Bluebell House in Westward Ho! North Devon. It's really lovely to read that your friend at Bluebell is happy and exceptionally looked after. I can only agree - Kathy and her team go above and...
Good evening Maria C. What a kind and lovely review of your experience with our Care Team and Care Home at Bluebell House in Westward Ho! North Devon. It's really lovely to read that your friend at Bluebell is happy and exceptionally looked after. I can only agree - Kathy and her team go above and beyond in the care that they provide to residents at Bluebell House - and it's really lovely when relatives and visitors recognise and highlight this with kind feedback such as yours. I know Kathy and her team will be really touched by your kind words. Kindest regards, Nathan.
I question the recent communal room changes as this has caused distress to my mother. Was it necessary for this change to be made? Who does it benefit? The new view is lovely so why are the chairs facing the opposite way? There appears to be sufficient seating for the residents but not visitors....
On a positive note the care staff show that they have got to know the people they look after, including my mother, which I find very reassuring, plus they have got to know us as well. The laundry service and food is very good and the home is tidy.
Good afternoon EH. Thank you for taking the time to leave this review of your experience with our Care Team and Care Home at Bluebell House in Westward Ho! The Care Team have, at their choice, recently changed the way in which communal areas are used - this was done with prior discussion with...
Good afternoon EH. Thank you for taking the time to leave this review of your experience with our Care Team and Care Home at Bluebell House in Westward Ho! The Care Team have, at their choice, recently changed the way in which communal areas are used - this was done with prior discussion with residents and the care team. Feedback to date has been very positive. That being said, it is of concern that you feel that this has caused distress to your mum. Speaking to the Care Home Manager I am advised that your mum is now taking part in more communal activities, is interacting with more residents and is displaying no signs of distress or confusion. Noting what you say about visitor seating - we always see it as a positive when communal areas are busy with residents happy to leave their rooms and join in socially. Sometimes this will mean that there is limited seating space but we are fortunate to have a number of lounge areas that can be used. Kindest regards, Nathan.
Staff are friendly and helpful that we have seen so far.
Dad seems really happy and in his words had to much food to eat, which is a good thing.
Staff are friendly and helpful that we have seen so far.
Dad seems really happy and in his words had to much food to eat, which is a good thing.
Good morning Tina A. Thank you for this generally very positive feedback relating to your experience with our Care Team and Care Home at Bluebell House in Westward Ho! North Devon. It's lovely to read that the care team are friendly and helpful and that your Dad seems really happy - and enjoying the food:) Kindest regards, Nathan.
Bluebell has a homely feeling about it. Feel that I can speak to the manager when needed. Activities offered for anyone wanting to join in. I am not sure re the new layout with Activities upstairs as no seating for visitors but I am sure this can be rectified. I do not think the food is as good as...
Bluebell has a homely feeling about it. Feel that I can speak to the manager when needed. Activities offered for anyone wanting to join in. I am not sure re the new layout with Activities upstairs as no seating for visitors but I am sure this can be rectified. I do not think the food is as good as it used to be, sometimes it looks like it's been prepared in a hurry and thrown on a plate.
Good morning AB. Thank you for this generally positive feedback relating to your experience with our Care Team and Care Home at Bluebell House in Westward Ho! It's great to read that you feel Bluebell House has a homely feel, that the manager is always available and that good activities are...
Good morning AB. Thank you for this generally positive feedback relating to your experience with our Care Team and Care Home at Bluebell House in Westward Ho! It's great to read that you feel Bluebell House has a homely feel, that the manager is always available and that good activities are offered. The Care Team have, indeed, recently changed the layout of communal areas, and this has generally been really well received - do please talk to the manager about your concerns regarding visitor seating. I'm really sad to read about your experience with the food. I know our food provision across all of our homes is excellent. The problem appears to be related to how the food is being plated up / presented. This is a really important aspect of any meal and our teams have had training in this - it looks like we may need to retrain / monitor this a bit more at Bluebell House. Please do discuss any concerns with the Registered Manager, Deputy Manager. Kindest regards, Nathan.
It was a sea theme. We could see how much time and effort have been put into these wonderful creations.
We also...
It was a sea theme. We could see how much time and effort have been put into these wonderful creations.
We also visited on Bluebell house family day.
And it was lovely to hear the residence choir singing.
We could see a lot of hard work had gone into this wonderful day.
Thank you so much for taking the time to publish this really lovely 5 / 5 Star rating of your experience with our Bluebell House Care Home in Westward Ho! North Devon. We have a fantastic care team at Bluebell House (and Primrose House next door) - whenever I visit, they have created something new...
Thank you so much for taking the time to publish this really lovely 5 / 5 Star rating of your experience with our Bluebell House Care Home in Westward Ho! North Devon. We have a fantastic care team at Bluebell House (and Primrose House next door) - whenever I visit, they have created something new and wonderful both for and most importantly, with our residents. Thank you for your kind words recognising their efforts! Kindest regards
We placed Dad at Bluebell after a diagnosis of Alzheimer's and he needed 24 hour care after various hospital stays for falls and illnesses, and he has been there a year now. Despite his decline he seems very content there and has a lovely room with fantastic sea views. The staff are wonderful & I...
After feeling so guilty at placing him we soon realised he was in the best place for him to be well taken care of, and we highly recommend Bluebell if you are in the same position as we were.
Thank you to all the Carers, management, cleaners and other staff there who are helping make dads final years the best they can be.
Good afternoon AL. Thank you so much for taking the time to post this review. It's really lovely to read about your Dad's journey at Bluebell House - that he seems very content and that he has made friends. Thank you for highlighting the amazing work of our care team - all of them - front of house...
Good afternoon AL. Thank you so much for taking the time to post this review. It's really lovely to read about your Dad's journey at Bluebell House - that he seems very content and that he has made friends. Thank you for highlighting the amazing work of our care team - all of them - front of house and back. And thank for for detailing your own experience - the guilt that many people feel towards having their loved ones move into a residential care setting - and the subsequent realisation that in almost all cases it is the best option to enable loved ones to be well cared for and supported to live as full and active a life as they can. Kindest regards, Nathan.
For the third year running Bluebell House held its family day last Saturday 28th June. What a great event! The range of activities, events and entertainment on the day were exceptional and the day was so enjoyed by the residents and their families and friends. The hard work both in the...
For the third year running Bluebell House held its family day last Saturday 28th June. What a great event! The range of activities, events and entertainment on the day were exceptional and the day was so enjoyed by the residents and their families and friends. The hard work both in the preparation and planning and on the day by the staff was phenomenal and a heartfelt thank you does not seem enough for the gratitude felt by those attending
Hello Ann B. Thank you so much for taking the time to leave this really positive review of your experience with our Care Team and Care Home at Bluebell House in Westward Ho! North Devon. We've had a few really lovely reviews come through today, plus I've seen pictures and the newsletter from the...
Hello Ann B. Thank you so much for taking the time to leave this really positive review of your experience with our Care Team and Care Home at Bluebell House in Westward Ho! North Devon. We've had a few really lovely reviews come through today, plus I've seen pictures and the newsletter from the day, and what a fantastic event it was. As you say, it took a great deal of organising and effort from our care team and residents but is made all the better when we get such great support from family and friends of residents who come along and make it such a special day for everybody. A joint effort and everybody's support is greatly appreciated. Kindest regards, Nathan.
We are pleased with the care my grandma has received during her time at Bluebell House Care Home. The staff are always very attentive to her needs and she feels safe and secure there. The activities coordinator does a marvellous job and works really hard to engage all residents, including my...
We are pleased with the care my grandma has received during her time at Bluebell House Care Home. The staff are always very attentive to her needs and she feels safe and secure there. The activities coordinator does a marvellous job and works really hard to engage all residents, including my grandma (which is not always easy)! To ensure she is not spending too much time on her own.
Good afternoon Emily. Thank you for this really positive feedback relating to your experience and importantly, that of your grandma at our Bluebell House Residential Care Home in Westward Ho! North Devon. It's lovely to read that you are really pleased with the care that your grandma has received,...
Good afternoon Emily. Thank you for this really positive feedback relating to your experience and importantly, that of your grandma at our Bluebell House Residential Care Home in Westward Ho! North Devon. It's lovely to read that you are really pleased with the care that your grandma has received, that our care team are always attentive to her needs and that she feels safe and secure. Thank you for highlighting the fantastic work of the activities coordinator - that is, indeed, a very challenging role where a great deal of motivation, energy and perseverance is required - but is also hugely rewarding to everybody on the team - residents and carers alike - who all benefit. I note the three stars for cleanliness, that's a bit lower than we would like - please do talk to the care home manager if you have any particular concerns. Thank you again for this positive feedback, kindest regards, Nathan.
I went to visit my grandma and the nurses there were very attentive and took great care of her. I live overseas and was happy to see that she's living in a nice place with kind people. Thank you to everyone who's been helping my grandma over the years.
I went to visit my grandma and the nurses there were very attentive and took great care of her. I live overseas and was happy to see that she's living in a nice place with kind people. Thank you to everyone who's been helping my grandma over the years.
After much soul searching, as a family, we decided it was in Dad's best interest to remain as a resident at Bluebell, self-funding (whilst he can).
I'm very happy to report we made the right decision, Dad is thriving....
After much soul searching, as a family, we decided it was in Dad's best interest to remain as a resident at Bluebell, self-funding (whilst he can).
I'm very happy to report we made the right decision, Dad is thriving.
Thanks to the activities coordinator, Dad is happily involved in all things sociable, especially the choir where you would have found him proudly taking lead vocals at the family fun day.
I would also like to give a shoutout to the manager who I find to be very personable, approachable and efficient.
I would like to give a thank you to all carers, cleaners, cooks the odd-job man who Dad seems to have taken a shine to.
I pray Dad can continue going from strength to strength in your care.
Good afternoon Joanne. Thank you so much for taking the time to leave this really lovely and glowing review of your experience with our care team and care home at Bluebell House in Westward Ho! North Devon. It was lovely to read about your dad, how he is 'thriving', how happy he is and how he has...
Good afternoon Joanne. Thank you so much for taking the time to leave this really lovely and glowing review of your experience with our care team and care home at Bluebell House in Westward Ho! North Devon. It was lovely to read about your dad, how he is 'thriving', how happy he is and how he has taken such an important (leading) role in the Bluebell House choir! Thank you for recognising all of our team members and the important role they all play in supporting our residents and being 'part of the family' at Bluebell House. Kindest regards, Nathan.
We very much enjoyed attending the Family Fun Day. It was lovely to celebrate the 100th birthday of one of the residents. We appreciated the thought and care that had been put into making it a memorable day for him. As family, we are heartened to see how much my mother-in-law enjoyed the programme...
A big thank you to one particular member of staff who organised the Fun Day and all those who ably supported her in putting on the day. It was indeed fun!
We have also appreciated the patient way my mother-in-law is gently encouraged to engage with other residents through the activities put on week by week. A big highlight earlier this year has been the change of room so that she now has a glorious view of the sea and coast that she loves and knows so well. It is also noticeable on recent trips that the intrusive sound of the call alarms seems to have been reduced, making for a calmer atmosphere in the home.
Hello. Thank you so much for taking the time to leave this very detailed and very positive review of your experience with our care team and care home at Bluebell House. Yes, we've had lots and lots of really positive feedback about the Family Fun Day/100th Birthday celebrations. The care teams at...
Hello. Thank you so much for taking the time to leave this very detailed and very positive review of your experience with our care team and care home at Bluebell House. Yes, we've had lots and lots of really positive feedback about the Family Fun Day/100th Birthday celebrations. The care teams at Bluebell House and another home (next door) work really hard and certainly know how to put on an event! It's lovely to read how happy your mother-in-law is at Bluebell House and how she is encouraged to join in and enjoy events. And yes, the upgraded call bell system is indeed far far better, far more homely and relaxed whilst residents are still, of course, able to summon assistance just as before. Thank you again for your kind words - I know our care teams will really appreciate them. Kindest regards.
He has a room with a view to the sea and enjoys sitting looking out. He provides the quizzes when asked for the residents, although does find it hard to write now. Due...
He has a room with a view to the sea and enjoys sitting looking out. He provides the quizzes when asked for the residents, although does find it hard to write now. Due to his spinal condition he finds it uncomfortable spending time in the lounge therefore does not meet as many people as he wishes. It is a shame there are a lack of volunteer people who come round and spend time with the residents as stimulation is a real must and the staff don't have the time, although they are excellent, they have all the residents to care for. It is a very caring home.
Hello. Thank you for taking the time to post this really lovely feedback relating to your experience with our care team and care home at Bluebell House. It's lovely to read that our care team are very friendly. We've just completed a thorough upgrade of the food provision at Bluebell House where we...
Hello. Thank you for taking the time to post this really lovely feedback relating to your experience with our care team and care home at Bluebell House. It's lovely to read that our care team are very friendly. We've just completed a thorough upgrade of the food provision at Bluebell House where we have engaged with an industry expert provider. We are seeing fantastic results with more residents coming to the dining room for their meals, residents eating more and a general lift in mental and physical wellness. Bluebell has an activity coordinator and extensive activities schedule. We welcome volunteers and encourage them where possible - though any such individuals would need to have an enhanced CRB check and sign a Volunteer Contract. Thank you again for your kind feedback and it's lovely to read that your dad enjoys his sea views and the food. And our thanks to him for providing the quizzes for residents' activities. Kindest regards.
Regulatory Rating
Care Quality Commission (CQC) Rating
Date: 02 October 2020Good
- CaringGood
- EffectiveGood
- ResponsiveGood
- SafeGood
- Well-ledGood
Inspection ratings
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- Outstanding - The service is performing exceptionally well.
- Good - The service is performing well and meeting our expectations.
- Requires Improvement - The service isn't performing as well as it should and we have told the service how it must improve.
- Inadequate - The service is performing badly and we've taken action against the person or organisation that runs it.
- Not rated - we have not yet rated this area of the service, this is normally because the assessments we have carried out have been focused on other key questions.
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Awards / Recognitions (3)
- 28 Feb 2023Recipient: Stonehaven Care Group
- 30 Jun 2021Recipient: Stonehaven Care Group
- 01 Feb 2018Recipient: Stonehaven Care Group
Accreditations
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Meet the Team (1)

I came to Bluebell in 2019 as Deputy Manager and then in 2020 became the Registered Manager of Bluebell House. It is a wonderful home and is a home with a heart. Our residents are our family members.
Frequently Asked Questions about Bluebell House Care Home
What types of Care is Bluebell House Care Home registered for?
Older Person Care, Dementia, Mental Health Condition, Physical Disability, Visual / Hearing Impairment are the registered (by the Care Quality Commission) categories of Care.
How many Rooms does Bluebell House Care Home have?
There are 30 Single Rooms and 3 Couples/Companion Rooms.
What are the Facilities & Services at Bluebell House Care Home?
Own Furniture if required, Pet Friendly (or by arrangement), Close to Local shops, Near Public Transport, Minibus or other transport, Lift, Stairlift, Wheelchair Access, Gardens, Phone Point in own room, Television point in own room are some of the Facilities & Services.
How far is Bluebell House Care Home to the centre of Bideford?
1.9 mile(s) as the crow flies, distance by road may be significantly further.
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