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A versatile service looks to suit the needs of the local community with as many contributions as possible, including offering temporary respite packages.
The Home is fully WiFi enabled and both desktop and laptop computers are available for residents to...
Care Provided by Sandhurst
Primary Care Categories
- Older Person Care
- Dementia
- Learning Disability / Autism
- Mental Health Condition
Length of Stay
- Permanent Care
- Respite Care
Care Types Provided
- Residential Care
- Dementia Residential Care
- For a maximum of 23 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
- Convalescent Care
- Day Care
Facilities
- Own Furniture if required
- Pet Friendly (or by arrangement)
- Smoking not permitted
- Close to Local shops
- Near Public Transport
- Stairlift
- Wheelchair Access
- Gardens
- Phone Point in own room
- Television point in own room
- Residents Internet Access
Funding & Fees
Weekly Charges per Person
Hairdressers, chiropodist, optician etc available at extra charge.
The price(s) shown are provided by the care home. Contact Sandhurst for full pricing details and T&Cs.
Contact Sandhurst 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
- Jurvicka Ltd
- Private Owned
Person in charge
- Warunee Jackson (Manager)
Local Authority / Social Services
Admission Information
- Mixed (no single-gender units)
- Ages 65+
Care Home Design/Build
- Purpose Built: No
- Last Refurbishment: 2025
- Number of floors: 3
Room Information
- Single Rooms (21)
- Couples/Companion Rooms (1)
Visiting
- Any reasonable hour, avoid mealtimes if possible.
Parking
- At rear of Home.
Sandhurst Reviews (21)
Sandhurst has a Review Score of 9.1 (9.117) out of 10, based on 5 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Sandhurst has 21 reviews.
My mum has been a resident for over 2 years and has lived well wtih dementia in this setting. She is always kept clean & looking smart and more importantly is safe. The staff are kind and naturally caring and treat mum with the dignity she deserves. They very soon understood her needs and adapted to ensure she remains settled and comfortable. I have complete trust that the staff all act in her best interests and will share any concerns if need be. Thank you.
Thank you for taking the time to share such a lovely review. It means a great deal to us to know that you are pleased with the care, comfort and support we provide. Your kind words will be shared with our staff, who work very hard every day.
What a lovely home for my mum to spend the rest of her days, a home from home. My mum is so happy always has a smile on her face. The food is fantastic she hasn't looked so well in ages. The care and staff are absolutely amazing can't praise them enough. Everywhere is clean and spotless, and she has a lovely room.
Thank you so much for your kind words. We truly appreciate your feedback and are delighted to know you're happy with the care and support your loved one receives. Your appreciation means a lot to our team.
Sandhurst is an excellent care home. The staff are fantastic, very warm, caring and friendly. Sandhurst is a home from home. Mum is very happy there.
Victoria
Overall, all good. The staff are extremely kind and caring. Sometimes it's difficult to find a staff member as they are attending to other residents. (they do seem a little short on staff). Also, a few staff don't look very interested if/when I want to discuss my mother-in-law albeit the majority are always working.
Thank you for your review. Please speak to Annie or Sally to discuss your mother in law, staff are not permitted to report to relatives, I am sure they will be happy to help. Victoria
While the home isn't new and doesn't sing and dance, the facilities are more than adequate. It's extremely clean, and the staff are truly amazing. I would not hesitate to recommend Sandhurst.
That's so great to hear, thank you so much! The staff work very hard and it makes such a difference to them to know they are appreciated.
The staff are very welcoming, caring and very professional. They had shown my father so much love and care in the short time he was there and also made me feel very welcome on my daily visits. I can't thank them enough for how they all looked after my dad even though he had little understanding, I am sure he was very grateful and happy while he was in their care. Thank you so much to everyone for the first-class care he received, you are all wonderful!
His face lights up every time the carers call into his room! He has told me how happy he is to be living there; this has eased the strain on our relationship, knowing that he is happy and receiving the best care.
Dad has always been quite fussy about his food, and the staff at Sandhurst always consult him on what he would like at mealtimes! His appetite has improved so much since living there.
I am always kept informed of changes to his health and know that I can call Sandhurst at any time if I need to.
Staff have a very professional, caring attitude.
I think things have improved since first arrival; you can tell lately they are trying to improve things, like cleaning etc. I can't comment on hot dinners as I have never seen one, but would like to! Overall, I am happy. My mum always looks clean, and the staff are always friendly.
We serve hot meals twice a day. I regret that this lady has not visited at meal times and has, therefore, not been able to comment more fully.
My experience has been very positive. The staff are professional, kind and caring for our needs.
Been here for quite a while.
A homely environment where staff are friendly and efficient, always alert to the needs of residents even with challenging behaviour. Doctors and nurses informed in the first instance. Very approachable management who will answer any concerns. Althogether a warm and calm care home.
In my last review, I commented about the toilet area in my mum's room needing attention, I am very pleased to say the work to spruce it up was done very quickly, paintwork freshened up and floor area spruced up as well. I would like to say well done to the management and maintenance man for such prompt action. It is also nice to have more music on in the mornings. The home is looking very festive and it is always decorated nicely on special occasions.
My dad became a resident of Sandhurst nearly two years ago and has received an excellent standard of care and support. There is a great atmosphere at Sandhurst and every resident is treated as an individual.
The staff do a great job and became a second family for my dad. Sadly he passed away in August 2019 but was treated with dignity and love in his final days by the staff, who provided a great deal of support not only to him but to me.
I can't praise them highly enough.
I am very pleased with the service she gets in the home she is always clean and tidy and the food is excellent.
My mother has been at Sandhurst since the end of January 2015 and I consider her care first class. The staff are friendly and approachable and the manager is always available to answer any questions if necessary.
Sandhurst is a very friendly and welcoming place. My mother is very well looked after and always looks clean and tidy. The only drawback is there is not enough activities to keep her motivated as her dementia is not as bad as a lot of the residents but she does enjoy it when there is music for entertainment.
Putting your loved one's into care is a tough decision at best, mum has been at Sandhurst for nearly two years, and is generally very happy there. Staff are warm and considerate, her room is kept clean and she is well cared for. Any small issues brought up are dealt with in a pleasant manner. Mum's room is large and comfortable and we've been encouraged to make it like her home. She has a great rapport with the staff, and they are sincere and genuine. Sandhurst is our first experience of care home, and we have been surprised and very happy with our choice. The manager keeps staff on their toes, but also ensures a happy long serving team. Long may it last!
My cousin is treated with compassionate care which is not always easy, as she is very forgetful and difficult at times. The food is very good and the staff are very professional, caring and always willing to help - it is a very friendly atmosphere there. Her bedroom is up in the attic with a low ceiling and she is a tall person, so not really satisfactory, although clean. Difficult access at the back to take her out in the car, lots of steps at the front.
My mother (100yrs old) has, in the last two months, had a serious crisis which changed her from an independent lady to someone in crisis. Owing to her age and the opinion of her family she became an urgent admission and taken into a residential home. After 10 days they decided they could not look after her and she was admitted to Sandhurst. They have been understanding and extremely caring. The building and décor is "homely" which suits my mother and, I suspect, most people of her generation. The words I would use to describe the home are homely, comfortable and very caring.
Regulatory Rating
Care Quality Commission (CQC) Rating
Date: 09 July 2019Good
- 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
4 Bed Vacancies
Posted: 16 July 2026Rooms on various levels available.
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Awards / Recognitions (0)
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Accreditations
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Meet the Team (1)

Sally has been at the Home for over 20 years. Sally is experienced and qualified in caring for the elderly. She also takes care of our staff team all of which have been with us for many years.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sandhurst
What types of Care is Sandhurst registered for?
Older Person Care, Dementia, Learning Disability / Autism, Mental Health Condition are the registered (by the Care Quality Commission) categories of Care.
How many Rooms does Sandhurst have?
There are 21 Single Rooms and 1 Couples/Companion Room.
What are the Facilities & Services at Sandhurst?
Own Furniture if required, Pet Friendly (or by arrangement), Smoking not permitted, Close to Local shops, Near Public Transport, 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 Sandhurst to the centre of Bideford?
0.3 mile(s) as the crow flies, distance by road may be significantly further.
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