
the lovely garden, beautifully kept, is a component in Mum's enjoyment of lifeJennifer B(Daughter of Resident/Service User)



the lovely garden, beautifully kept, is a component in Mum's enjoyment of lifeJennifer B(Daughter of Resident/Service User)



Hill House is located a couple of miles from the town of Honiton, near the village of Combe Raleigh and is ideally located for the A30 Honiton by-pass. In the town there are plenty of shops and attractions including the cathedral, as well as many restaurants and cafes.
The home overlooks the Otter Valley and offers residents stunning views of the Devon countryside and road links throughout East Devon.
Hill House has...
Care Provided by Hill House
Primary Care Categories
- Older Person Care
- Dementia
- Physical Disability
- Visual / Hearing Impairment
Length of Stay
- Permanent Care
- Respite Care
Care Types Provided
- Residential Care
- Dementia Residential Care
- For a maximum of 30 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
Other Care Provided
- Parkinson's Disease
- Stroke
- Palliative / End of Life Care
- Bariatric Care/Obesity
- Convalescent Care
Facilities
- Own Furniture if required
- Smoking not permitted
- Near Public 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 Hill House for full pricing details and T&Cs.
Contact Hill House 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
- Abbeyfield Living Society
- Voluntary / Not for Profit Owned
Person in charge
- Melody Taylor-Bown (Manager)
Local Authority / Social Services
Admission Information
- Ages 65+
Care Home Design/Build
- Purpose Built: No
- Last Refurbishment: 2014
Room Information
- Single Rooms (30)
- Single Rooms with ensuite Wet Room (4)
Hill House Reviews (12)
Hill House has a Review Score of 9.4 (9.425) out of 10, based on 6 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Hill House has 12 reviews.
Our family will always be grateful for the care, kindness, and support shown to our father and grandfather during his time at Abbeyfield Hill House.
From the very beginning, it was clear that the home provided a safe, welcoming, and compassionate environment. Dad often spoke warmly about the staff and the genuine friendships he had formed there. The level of care and companionship he received went far beyond expectations and reflected the wonderful culture within the home.
We were always made to feel welcome as a family, and even during very difficult times, everything was handled with professionalism, dignity, and genuine compassion.
Thank you to everyone at Hill House for making such a positive difference to Dad's life and to our family.
Dad was such a lovely man who was cherished by so many. It was always so special to have a cwtch when he needed one.
A true gentleman who was so knowledgeable and loved a chat and Awake and Shake.
It was an honour to have him living with us and a pleasure to meet you and your family, his extended family.
Thank you again.
The team at Hill House
My mum is very happy here as it is very clean, homely and the staff genuinely care. It also offers fresh home cooked food prepared on site, sometimes from the gardens, offering a great choice of menus. Fresh cooked food is so important when you are a permanent resident as anticipation of any meal is vital when you are homebound and it offers more flexibility. As long as the food remains this way, I would heartily recommend Hill House.
Thank you again and please do be in touch should we be able to do more.
The team at Hill House
I viewed 15 care homes for dad and am so happy I found Hill House. I highly recommend this home.
Thank you so much for your positive feedback. We are thrilled that you are happy with your choice to entrust Hill House to care for your Dad, he is an absolute joy to care forKind regards
The staff were constantly supportive and in frequent communication with myself and my husband and if we required anything, it was not too much trouble for them.
During her last week, she was semi-conscious, but there was someone sitting with her 24/7, giving her support when she needed it.
We have nothing but praise for the way she was looked after during her stay.
Thank you for your lovely review of Hill House, we miss your Mum dearly and it was a pleasure to have her in our care.
Hill House is a place where I'm always made to feel welcome. Nothing is ever too much trouble, like a second family, and most importantly mum seems happy. Please keep the chefs!
Dear A S, thank you so much for your kind words, you are always welcome at Hill House and it is lovely to hear that we are like a second family.
Good care, very friendly staff who listen to requests. Varied choice of food. Excellent activities, encouraging clients to experience. Storage for incontinence pads is not suitable in rooms. Wardrobes most difficult to open often need repair.
Thank you for your lovely review, we are glad you enjoyed the food and activities. Thank you for the feedback about our furnishings which are are looking to replace next year.
Both Aunt and Uncles spent their last years at Hill House. The care they received was second to none. The staff are all so friendly and caring. I was kept constantly informed of their well-being and any issues that they had, despite living quite far away. When I visited, I was always made very welcome. I was so happy that we chose Hill Hose for their care.
Thank you so much for your kind words about Hill House. Your aunt and uncle were a joy and will be sadly missed by everyone in the team. Kindest regards.
Thank you all.
Thank you for taking the time to leave a review. I'm glad your friend is enjoying their time with us.
I couldn't think of a better place for my lovely mother to live. The staff here at Hill House are always so kind and caring. They never rush the residents and are always respectful and patient. They have managed to create a warm and relaxed atmosphere while ensuring all residents are kept safe. The food is homecooked and delicious with choices at breakfast, lunch and supper. There is a wonderful events coordinator who makes sure that there are always activities for the residents to join in with but only if they want to. There is a weekly music therapy session and other entertainment such as visiting bell ringers, various musicians hosting singalongs and even visits from animals such as llamas! Every resident is treated as an individual whose likes and dislikes are taken note of. I am so pleased that I found such a wonderful place for my mum to live and so grateful to the amazing, warm and caring staff who look after her.
Thank you for your review, your touching words bring us immense joy. It's truly heart-warming to know that Hill House has become a cherished home for your mother. Staff at Abbeyfield are dedicated to creating a warm, respectful, and safe environment so we are thrilled that this has shone through at...
Hill House Care Home is a credit to the team who work there. From the day Dad moved in, he was welcomed with open arms, and he and I were made to feel part of the Hill House family. The staff work tirelessly to provide the best care and life for the residents. The food is exceptional, and the activities are full and varied. Prior to moving to Hill House, Dad had rather given up on life, and as a result of their care, we got our old dad back; he was happy and got his smile back.
Thank you for taking the time to review Hill House. We are thrilled to read that your dad received such a warm welcome and that you are both happy with the food and support we provide. Kind regards, Abbeyfield
I am always warmly welcomed when I visit the home. I arrive on random days at random times and this does not change the welcome I receive. The staff are always respectful and check to ensure my friend is available and happy for a visit before I am taken to her room. The home has a friendly and warm atmosphere. am reassured that my friend is well cared for,
Thank you for your review of Hill House. We are glad that you feel your friend is well cared for.
My mother moved to Hill House following 10 weeks in hospital. She was in a 'poorly way' when she arrived. Staff have given gentle encouragement and over 3 months Mum has regained a quality of life we her children had not thought possible. I would like to add that the lovely garden, beautifully kept, is a component in Mum's enjoyment of life and is much appreciated by her children, grandchildren and great grandchildren.
Regulatory Rating
Care Quality Commission (CQC) Rating
Date: 05 August 2022Good
- CaringGood
- EffectiveGood
- ResponsiveGood
- SafeGood
- Well-ledRequires improvement
Inspection ratings
We rate most services according to how safe, effective, caring, responsive and well-led they are, using four levels:
- 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.
Bed Vacancies
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Awards / Recognitions (1)
- 01 Apr 2022Recipient: Abbeyfield Living Society
Accreditations
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Meet the Team (3)

Everyday is different working at Hill House. I love getting to know the residents and making them smile.

Knowing I am making a difference to people's lives is such a great feeling.

It's a pleasure working with the residents at Hill House. The atmosphere of the home is second to none.
Frequently Asked Questions about Hill House
What types of Care is Hill House registered for?
Older Person Care, Dementia, Physical Disability, Visual / Hearing Impairment are the registered (by the Care Quality Commission) categories of Care.
How many Rooms does Hill House have?
There are 30 Single Rooms.
What are the Facilities & Services at Hill House?
Own Furniture if required, Smoking not permitted, Near Public 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 Hill House to the centre of Honiton?
1.6 mile(s) as the crow flies, distance by road may be significantly further.
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