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The home supports people with a range of needs, including those who require help with everyday living and those living with mild to moderate dementia. Care is tailored to each resident, taking into account their routines, preferences, life history and what matters most to them.
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Care Provided by Doneraile Residential Care Home
Primary Care Categories
- Older Person Care
- Dementia
- Mental Health Condition
- Physical Disability
- Visual / Hearing Impairment
- Eating Disorders
Length of Stay
- Permanent Care
- Respite Care
Care Types Provided
- Residential Care
- Dementia Residential Care
- For a maximum of 25 Service Users
Dementia Care TypesMild Dementia
Someone living with our definition of "mild dementia" might experience some or all of the following:
- Memory problems such as misplacing items and not be able to recall recent events (however, in some forms of dementia a person's memory may be unchanged)
- Difficulties thinking through problems and planning, making decisions
- Language and communication issues such as finding it difficult to recall the appropriate word in a conversation or following a conversation
- Poor orientation, getting lost in areas previously familiar to them
- Difficulty judging distances (more falls than usual)
- Changes in their normal mood including anxiety and depression
- In certain types of dementia, personality and behaviour changes may be present alongside or instead of issues with memory or concentration.
Moderate Dementia
Someone living with our definition of "moderate dementia" might experience some or all of the following:
- Worsened memory problems. Not always recognising own family members and friends. Repeating the same questions over and over again
- Worsened language and communication issues, forgetting what they are saying mid-sentence. Not being able to understand what someone else is saying
- More frequent confusion, e.g. about the time of day or where they are, including their own home
- Apathy, depression and anxiety
- Believing things that aren't true (paranoia)
- Frequent hallucinations
- Lack of emotional control, quick to anger, fearfulness, sadness
- Loss of inhibition
- Difficulties sleeping or waking during the night and behaving as though it is daytime - loss of circadian rhythm.
Advanced Dementia
Someone living with our definition of "severe dementia" might experience some or all of the following:
- Severe memory problems. Not recognising family members and friends. Not being able to recall their own name
- Severe language and communication issues, not being able to understand what someone else is saying
- Severe confusion, e.g. about the time of day or where they are, including their own home
- Apathy, depression and anxiety
- Believing things that aren't true (paranoia)
- Frequent hallucinations
- Lack of emotional control, quick to anger, fearfulness, sadness
- Loss of inhibition
- Difficulties sleeping or waking during the night and behaving as though it is daytime - loss of circadian rhythm.
Verbally or physically aggressive behaviour
If your loved one displays this type of behaviour you may need a care home that has specially trained staff. Verbal/physical aggression is often defined:
- Consistent shouting and screaming
- Verbal abuse
- Physical abuse
How we define Dementia Care Types
Mild Dementia
Someone living with our definition of "mild dementia" might experience some or all of the following:
- Memory problems such as misplacing items and not be able to recall recent events (however, in some forms of dementia a person's memory may be unchanged)
- Difficulties thinking through problems and planning, making decisions
- Language and communication issues such as finding it difficult to recall the appropriate word in a conversation or following a conversation
- Poor orientation, getting lost in areas previously familiar to them
- Difficulty judging distances (more falls than usual)
- Changes in their normal mood including anxiety and depression
- In certain types of dementia, personality and behaviour changes may be present alongside or instead of issues with memory or concentration.
Moderate Dementia
Someone living with our definition of "moderate dementia" might experience some or all of the following:
- Worsened memory problems. Not always recognising own family members and friends. Repeating the same questions over and over again
- Worsened language and communication issues, forgetting what they are saying mid-sentence. Not being able to understand what someone else is saying
- More frequent confusion, e.g. about the time of day or where they are, including their own home
- Apathy, depression and anxiety
- Believing things that aren't true (paranoia)
- Frequent hallucinations
- Lack of emotional control, quick to anger, fearfulness, sadness
- Loss of inhibition
- Difficulties sleeping or waking during the night and behaving as though it is daytime - loss of circadian rhythm.
Advanced Dementia
Someone living with our definition of "severe dementia" might experience some or all of the following:
- Severe memory problems. Not recognising family members and friends. Not being able to recall their own name
- Severe language and communication issues, not being able to understand what someone else is saying
- Severe confusion, e.g. about the time of day or where they are, including their own home
- Apathy, depression and anxiety
- Believing things that aren't true (paranoia)
- Frequent hallucinations
- Lack of emotional control, quick to anger, fearfulness, sadness
- Loss of inhibition
- Difficulties sleeping or waking during the night and behaving as though it is daytime - loss of circadian rhythm.
Verbally or physically aggressive behaviour
If your loved one displays this type of behaviour you may need a care home that has specially trained staff. Verbal/physical aggression is often defined:
- Consistent shouting and screaming
- Verbal abuse
- Physical abuse
How we define Dementia Care Types
- Mild Dementia
- Moderate Dementia
- Advanced/Complex Dementia
Other Care Provided
- Parkinson's Disease
- Stroke
- Palliative / End of Life Care
- COPD/Pulmonary Disease
- Bariatric Care/Obesity
- Convalescent Care
- Acquired Brain Injury (ABI)
- Day Care
Facilities
- Own Furniture if required
- Pet Friendly (or by arrangement)
- Smoking not permitted
- Minibus or other transport
- Lift
- Stairlift
- Wheelchair Access
- Gardens
- Phone Point in own room
- Television point in own room
- Residents Internet Access
Funding & Fees
Weekly Charges per Person
The price(s) shown are provided by the care home. Contact Doneraile Residential Care Home for full pricing details and T&Cs.
Contact Doneraile Residential 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
- Rose Care Group
- Private Owned
Person in charge
- Samantha Hayden (Home Manager)
Local Authority / Social Services
Admission Information
- Mixed with both male-only and female-only unit(s)
- Ages 65+
Care Home Design/Build
- Purpose Built: No
- Number of floors: 2
Room Information
- Single Rooms (23)
- Couples/Companion Rooms (1)
Visiting
- No appointment is necessary and you are welcome to visit at your convenience.
Parking
- On road parking is available - Pickup and drop off on driveway.
Doneraile Residential Care Home Reviews (87)
Doneraile Residential Care Home has a Review Score of 9.9 (9.908) out of 10, based on 20 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Doneraile Residential Care Home has 87 reviews.
I want to say a heartfelt thank you to everyone for the love and care you gave her. Knowing that Mum was happy, safe and surrounded by such amazing, kind and caring staff gave us much comfort. Every member of staff treated her with genuine warmth, dignity and compassion. You made her laugh, and comforted her on difficult days. In time you became like an extended family to Mum.
Jill the manager and Gemma the deputy manager are exceptional. They lead by example creating such a warm, supportive atmosphere. They were always approachable and supportive to me with my concerns for Mum, as were the absolutely amazing carers.
Mum loved taking part in the activities, especially the Music afternoons, which lifted her spirits and always brought a smileto her face.
She really enjoyed the plentiful, delicious home cooked meals. Mum was a pescatarian but that was never a problem for the kitchen!
Thank you for everything you did for my beautiful Mum.
Thank you so much for your incredibly kind and heartfelt words.
We are so sorry for the loss of your lovely mum and send our sincere condolences to you and your family.
It was a true privilege to care for your mum over the 17 months she was with us. She brought so much warmth and personality...
I have been coming to Donraile, Newton Abbot, Devon for six weeks now and loving it Everyone is very friendly and nothing is to much trouble. The home is very clean and the food at lunch time is delicious. I can sit outside in the garden with my wheelchair and any time I want a drink someone will bring me one. All the residents are friendly and we have a laugh.
Thank you so much for your lovely feedback. It really means a great deal to all of us here at Doneraile.
We're delighted to hear that you've been enjoying your time with us over the last six weeks. It's wonderful to know that you've found everyone so friendly, that you're enjoying the food, and...
my Son + myself came and had a look around the home for my mum- we were met by friendly + polite staff, and showed around! The Manager even visited my mum at home before Mum moved into care. All carers + Staff I have met are friendly + polite. Mum is settling in well. A true home from home.
Thank you so much for taking the time to leave such a lovely review.
We are delighted to hear that both you and your son felt so welcomed when you visited the home, and that our team made a positive first impression. We know that choosing a care home for a loved one is a significant decision, so...
There is a VERY welcoming, happy, lively and inclusive atmosphere, and it's like a little community. The staff are so caring, friendly, tactile when needed, full of fun and life and they all have a fantastic sense of humor, which the residents respond to.
Doneraile is not a 'god's waiting room' type of care home, everyone is loved, cared for and treated with respect and there is so much fun and laughter.
My mum has dementia and at first she was really quiet, wanting to be on her own but now she has lots of friends that she chats and laughs with and joins in with the activities, l would say that she is starting to thrive and l don't think that she would be if she wasn't in THIS care home.
Thank you so much for taking the time to share such a lovely review. We are delighted that your mum has found a happy and supportive home at Doneraile. It means so much to hear that she has gone from wanting to be on her own to building friendships, enjoying activities and beginning to...
I visited many homes before deciding on Doneraile, it stood out as being the best fit for Mum and so far it has exceeded expectations.
Thank you for your wonderful feedback and for placing your trust in Doneraile to care for your mum. We understand that living with Alzheimer's can bring unique challenges, and we are delighted to hear that your mum has settled well and is enjoying life at Doneraile.
Your kind words about our...
My father became a resident after a long stay in hospital, and it became unsafe for him to return home. My father received the very best of care and support for his medical needs, as a family we were always welcomed and supported with compassion, invited to join all the wonderful events and activities organised for the residents. The care home has an excellent manager and care team that supported my father through is finam months. Nothing was ever too much trouble, and we are still welcomed back to share the coffee morning and events, beautiful home-cooked food.
Thank you for taking the time to share such heartfelt feedback. We are honoured that your father became part of our family and are grateful that we were able to support him following his stay in hospital and throughout his final months.
It means so much to hear that both your father and your...
Visitors are made welcome and residents are encouraged to interact with other residents and staff with conversation, various activities, games and regular entertainment.
David has a lovely spacious room and food is excellent, delicious and plentiful, something particularly important to David. The premises are always lovely and clean.
I would have no hesitation in recommending Donerail to anyone seeking first class residential care.
One word sums up the wonderful Doneraile Residential care home really and that's superlative.
Thank you so much for your wonderful feedback. We are delighted to hear that your experience with Doneraile Residential Home has been so positive and that David feels comfortable and well cared for. Our team works hard to provide a welcoming, safe, and engaging environment where each resident's...
It was a very difficult and emotional decision to place mum into care. Mum has vascular dementia and Initially mum was staying for a few weeks but now doesn't want to return to her own home. After two weeks there was a vast improvement in her mood and engagement with activities, best decision mum made and great peace of mind. The home is very warm and welcoming staff are friendly and approachable. I really like that the managers door is always open, able to chat with management and staff. I can be a daughter again and not a carer.
Thank you so much for sharing this deeply personal and heartfelt feedback. We understand how difficult and emotional that decision must have been, and it means a great deal to hear that your mum has settled so well and is feeling happier and more engaged. Knowing that you now have peace of mind and...
My husband's care since arriving has been excellent, he is treated with dignity and respect. The caring staff look after his personal care with kindness and all his medical needs are met, as a family we are more than satisfied with the care he receives.
Excellent respite care for mother-in-law. Dramatic improvement in 2 weeks.
Mum lived at Doneraile for 18 months until her death due to old age and frailty. The family and I were so impressed by the way the staff were able to respond to her changing needs over the months. They referred to specialist services to assess and help staff manage different aspects of mums care. The food was very good and as a family we were welcome to eat with mum in the dining room. We shared meals in mums room too. There is a full range of activities including church services which was important to mum. Mums room was kept immaculately clean as were all areas in the home with regular changes being made to upgrade the home. All emergency issues were dealt with swiftly and we were kept fully informed. We were particularly impressed by the kindness and professionalism shown by all staff in the last few weeks of mums life. Everyone treated mum with dignity and it was obvious how much the staff cared for mum. Nothing was too much trouble and we felt cared for too.
Although my father was only at Doneraile Care Home for a couple of months the whole experience was amazing. From its arrival to his passing the staff where fantastic. They made him and us so welcome like one big family. The home is so beautiful and spotlessly clean. The food is wonderful as well. We could not have wished for a more loving place for him and we always are grateful to everyone at Doneraile for their care.
Lovely friendly home with friendly staff always happy to help. Entertainment for the residents games, singing and entertainers coming into the home. Lovely meals are served daily. A sunny garden to sit in.
Dad lived independently keeping active through swimming and walking until last year when his health deteriorated when he needed a short period in hospital. He subsequently came to Doneraile, initially for respite care, in September '24. The staff were so welcoming and compassionate that you immediately felt 'at home'. Dad soon settled in, taking part in the activities and enjoying the company of the friendly staff and residents. Due to dad's continued vulnerability it was evident that independent living was no longer an option. He is very happy and content to be a permanent resident at Doneraile and he continues to thrive with the excellent and professional care that dad receives.
Although, my aunt, is very often happy with her own company, she is always encouraged to join in many of the activities, particularly those, that are of particular interest to her, such as the musical entertainment, visiting pets.
The home is always very clean and tidy and at meal times, the dining room provides a pleasant place for the residents, to have their meals and socialise, if they wish?
I would definitely recommend Doneraile to those who are looking for a residential care home, fir a relative or friend
My mum has lived at Doneraile for over 3 years now. Mum has a lovely, light, spacious room with her own pictures to remind her of home. Mum has received excellent care whilst living at Doneraile and has known the same carers for a number of years. I am kept well informed of any changes to mum's care and have enjoyed events for family and friends throughout the year. Mum enjoys taking part in the daily activities and has even been on several local trips out. I would recommend Doneraile to anyone looking for a care home for a family member.
Thank you so much for your lovely feedback! We're delighted to hear that your mum feels at home at Doneraile and that she enjoys her light and spacious room, filled with her personal touches. It's wonderful to know she's received consistent care from our dedicated team over the years and that she...
We are very pleased with the care Mum receives. Her room is spacious and the whole home is clean and well-kept. All the rooms and communal areas have been decorated and re-carpeted in the last year. The staff are excellent. The activities offered are varied and interesting. The family are always welcomed and invited to parties and events.
Thank you for your kind feedback! We're so glad to hear that you're pleased with the care your mum receives and that she's comfortable in her spacious, well-maintained room. It's wonderful to know you've noticed and appreciated the recent updates to our decor and carpets-we strive to keep the home...
I can't rate Doneraile high enough, the staff and management made my partner so welcome and looked after him with care respect and kindness. They put my mind at ease the way they kept me informed and the amount of support they gave me and my partner. My partner felt comfortable and happy I have not seen him like this in years. I just want to say a very big thank you to everyone that helped and made his stay a comfortable and happy stay.
Thank you so much for your heartfelt feedback. It means the world to us to hear how welcome and cared for your partner felt during his stay at Doneraile. Our team is dedicated to providing care, respect, and kindness to every individual, and we're so glad this made a positive difference for both...
My wife was in Doneraile from May 2024 to September 2024, when she sadly passed away. The care and support were excellent. My wife loved the sing-song times and the music. The staff are excellent, and nothing is too much to do for the care they give. My mum was also in Doneraile from 2000 to 2002.
mum was also in Doneraile in 2000 to 2002. Thank you so much for sharing your kind words during what must be a difficult time. We are deeply sorry for your loss and truly appreciate you taking the time to reflect on your wife's time at Doneraile. It means so much to us to hear that she enjoyed the...
My wife suffered from dementia that was getting hard to manage, so she came to Doneraile for 2 weeks' respite. Having been unhappy at our home, she was much happier there. We had some lovely times when I visited. Sadly she had a fatal stroke towards the end of the fortnight. The care home is very well run. Cleanliness, comfort, care, and food are all good. The big thing is that care is good. The staff are all very helpful. The only slight downside is that space in the communal rooms is a bit limited, but that wouldn't stop me coming back.
Regulatory Rating
Care Quality Commission (CQC) Rating
Date: 03 April 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 (5)
- 31 Jan 2025Recipient: Rose Care Group
- 01 Feb 2018Recipient: Doneraile Residential Care Home
- 15 Feb 2016Recipient: Doneraile Residential Care Home
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Frequently Asked Questions about Doneraile Residential Care Home
What types of Care is Doneraile Residential Care Home registered for?
Older Person Care, Dementia, Mental Health Condition, Physical Disability, Visual / Hearing Impairment, Eating Disorders are the registered (by the Care Quality Commission) categories of Care.
How many Rooms does Doneraile Residential Care Home have?
There are 23 Single Rooms and 1 Couples/Companion Room.
What are the Facilities & Services at Doneraile Residential Care Home?
Own Furniture if required, Pet Friendly (or by arrangement), Smoking not permitted, Minibus or other transport, Lift, Stairlift, Wheelchair Access, Gardens, Phone Point in own room, Television point in own room, Residents Internet Access are some of the Facilities & Services.
How far is Doneraile Residential Care Home to the centre of Newton Abbot?
0.5 mile(s) as the crow flies, distance by road may be significantly further.
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