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Inside the home, there are 34 bedrooms, many offering en suite facilities. Residents are encouraged to bring along their own furnishings to help them settle in and make their rooms their own. There are spacious living areas located across the home as...
Care Provided by Rest Haven CIO
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 34 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
Other Care Provided
- Parkinson's Disease
- Palliative / End of Life Care
- Day Care
Facilities
- Own Furniture if required
- Pet Friendly (or by arrangement)
- Smoking not permitted
- 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
- Residents Internet Access
Funding & Fees
Weekly Charges per Person
All fees are dependent on care needs, a full assessment is required before fee is agreed.
The price(s) shown are provided by the care home. Contact Rest Haven CIO for full pricing details and T&Cs.
Contact Rest Haven CIO 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
Owner
- Rest Haven
- Voluntary / Not for Profit Owned
Person in charge
- Tracy Denny (Manager)
Local Authority / Social Services
Admission Information
- Mixed (no single-gender units)
- Ages 65+
Care Home Design/Build
- Purpose Built: No
- Last Refurbishment: -1
- Number of floors: 2
Room Information
- Single Rooms (34)
Visiting
- No strict visiting times, all relatives are welcome at any time. Just press the call bell and wait for assistance.
Parking
- Private car park for you to use.
Rest Haven CIO Reviews (34)
Rest Haven CIO has a Review Score of 9.6 (9.607) out of 10, based on 11 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Rest Haven CIO has 34 reviews.
From the outset of visiting, I have been impressed by the standards of cleanliness, welcome and calm encountered as soon as one enters. Windows are opened to fresh air and wherever I have walked, lounges, dining room, corridors or bedroom, there is no smell of food or 'stuffiness'. The staff are caring, friendly and watchful. I go and come away with a sense of well-being. I cannot comment on value for money as I only visit and have not eaten there.
Rest Haven has been a wonderful home for my elderly father. The staff are so friendly and caring. We have been 'blown-away' by their attentiveness to my dads needs. We truly couldn't have asked for more, from a residential home that has given him so much dignity and love in his last few years of life.
The quality of support they were given was consistent and exemplary. All staff, whatever their role, were wonderfully kind, professional and dedicated. My parents received care specific to their individual needs and the atmosphere was like that of a generous and loving family.
Residents can choose to participate in activities every week day, significant events are celebrated and there is always a happy atmosphere.
At the end of their lives my parents were treated with empathy and their needs were met in every respect. I felt able to trust in the care staff and our family were always made welcome at any time, day or night.
I am so glad my parents were able to spend the final part of their lives at Rest Haven and would recommend it to anyone.
I visited Rest Haven on 5th November to see my friend who had recently moved there. I found the ambience of the home to be warm, friendly and welcoming. Attention from staff to the residents was personal, individual and friendly. I found the experience very positive, inclusive and caring to visitors and residents.
The home is a beautifully maintained heritage home, lovely garden and views.
I visited my friend on his birthday 5th November with another friend on arriving we were let in and greeted by friendly staff we were asked if we would like to stay for lunch which we said we would love to. On arrival they were seated in the lounge doing exercises also playing with a ball along to music we were given a drink and offered biscuits or a piece of fruit we then went for lunch there was a choice of seven main meals and 3 desserts the food was amazing the whole time we were there the staff was so caring and the rooms were so lovely decorated and furnished.
Friendly atmosphere, good staff ratios, professional, caring and helpful staff. Good facilities, good food and a relaxed management style that puts relatives at ease.
The staff were all very friendly, kind, good humoured and clearly had a good rapport with my brother in spite of his dementia and poor mobility due to a major stroke.
I was able to have lunch there with my brother and his wife in a private dining room, and the food was very good.
In summary I am glad to write this review and I have no hesitation in giving Rest Haven 5 stars. My brother seems very content to be there which is what really matters.
Mum has been at Rest Haven for just over 3 weeks. It took the first couple of weeks for her to adjust to a very different way of life. Nothing has been too much trouble for the staff who have made her so welcome. Their patience and care have been outstanding. Mum is now beginning to relax and is even joking with her new friends.
My mother has been at Resthaven for over 2 years now. The care given is excellent and all the staff are always cheerful and create a great atmosphere for the residents. There are daily activities for the residents which greatly help in both body and mind. As a visitor, you are always made to feel welcome. I would highly recommend Resthaven to anyone looking for a care home for their loved ones.
Some days when I visit it can be really hard. Mum hasn't a clue who I am and I understand why. Sometimes the disease makes Mum angry and lashing out. I struggle with this but the staff are always on hand with sympathy and care.
They also understand my health issues so no judgment if I don't visit as often as I should.
Just so happy she is there. They are a godsend.
The staff are all kind and friendly and very helpful. The ladies that look after the residents' activities are absolutely wonderful and so much fun!
Thankyou for your kind words, We are very pleased to hear that Mum is so happy here at Rest Haven.
Rest Haven is a wonderful home where such thought and attention are paid to residents. I usually sit with other residents when I visit my mum and the staff are unfailingly kind and respectful to the residents. The number of smaller day rooms means that only those who actually want to watch television are subjected to it. The food looks delicious and I can confirm that the warm-out-of-oven cake was scrumptious!
Rest Haven has been outstanding with their hands-on care and genuine kindness to the residents, my nan is incredibly happy since becoming a permanent resident in January this year. Two members of staff in particular are fabulous and really get the residents involved in activities. All the staff are amazing and we really can’t thank them enough for all they do.
Thank you Lucy for your kind comments, it's lovely to hear that Nan is so happy here at Rest Haven.
It is very welcoming to visitors and there are well-organised events put on regularly.
It's so nice to hear that you are happy and enjoy your visits. Thank you very much for your kind words.
Visited a friend at Rest Haven. Staff are very kind, friendly and helpful.
Thank you for your kind comments. We really appreciate the feedback.
We would like to have a review about an extra special day at Rest Haven where we celebrated our mum's 103rd birthday. Rest Haven gave Mum a really memorable day which included a special lunch of her choice with all residents, staff and family members in the dining room that has been decorated with personalised banners and balloons, birthday cake and a bouquet of flowers. After lunch we moved to a private room for more family members again banners and balloons here. Here we had the lovely cake and were served a choice of hot/cold/alcoholic drinks. Rest Haven made sure we had everything we needed. We cannot thank or praise them enough for a lovely day. In an already caring environment, thank you, everyone.
Really impressed with the dignity and respect the residents were shown - the banter between the staff and residents and the whole ambience.
Keep up the good work Rest Haven.
My husband attends Rest Haven for day care twice a week. The staff are always welcoming and there is a lovely caring feeling about the place. My husband always comes out with a smile on his face, which says a lot.
It is such a pleasure to be able to support both yourself and your husband, we love having him with us, and his contribution to the day is valid. It also goes without saying it has been a pleasure to get to know you both, you are a lovely couple.
After mounting a sterling last-ditch defence in his bungalow, we were eventually obliged to concede defeat to his advancing dementia and move my father into a care home in June 2022 at the age of ninety-four. Fiercely independent throughout his life, he was initially a reluctant resident of Rest Haven, but the combination of kind, supportive staff and regular meals in a style to his liking gradually won my father around, enabling him to live out the remaining eleven months of his life in reasonable comfort and as much contentment as he remained capable of achieving. Communal areas have been organised thoughtfully to allow a positive ambience and communal activities are pursued with admirable conviction. Rest Haven encompasses several vintage houses, so personal rooms inevitably differ in size and aspect; my father's was small, but with the compensation of relative quietness. Overall, I found nothing to seriously criticise and much to admire. I am grateful that my father ended his days there.
It was a pleasure to look after you father, he was a delight and greatly loved by all of us here at Resthaven. Thank you for your kind words, I will ensure the staff get your feedback.
Regulatory Rating
Care Quality Commission (CQC) Rating
Date: 07 April 2026Good
- CaringGood
- EffectiveGood
- ResponsiveGood
- SafeGood
- Well-ledGood
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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Meet the Team (2)

Tracy Denny is an experienced manager and has over 30 years of experience. Tracy has achieved her Registered Manager's award, Level 4 NVQ in management, and has a Diploma in dementia care. I am very passionate about caring for the elderly, and the previous home I managed was rated outstanding by CQC. I commenced my employment at Resthaven in March 2022, and with a dedicated team, we are going to lead Resthaven into the future of outstanding care provision for the elderly. We have lots of experience and are looking forward to improving activity and the quality of life for the older people in our care.

Claire has many years of experience in the Care Industry.
Frequently Asked Questions about Rest Haven CIO
What types of Care is Rest Haven CIO 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 Rest Haven CIO have?
There are 34 Single Rooms.
What are the Facilities & Services at Rest Haven CIO?
Own Furniture if required, Pet Friendly (or by arrangement), Smoking not permitted, 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, Residents Internet Access are some of the Facilities & Services.
How far is Rest Haven CIO to the centre of Exmouth?
0.3 mile(s) as the crow flies, distance by road may be significantly further.
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