
I am in awe and cannot thank them enough. I would recommend Silverleigh in a heartbeat.Cherrilyn D(Wife of Resident/Service User)

We are always made very welcome by the staff when we visit and thoroughly enjoy our time spentMarjorie J(Sister of Resident/Service User)

Dad has been welcomed with open arms since day one, quite literally, as has his family.Janeen W(Daughter of Resident/Service User)

I am in awe and cannot thank them enough. I would recommend Silverleigh in a heartbeat.Cherrilyn D(Wife of Resident/Service User)

We are always made very welcome by the staff when we visit and thoroughly enjoy our time spentMarjorie J(Sister of Resident/Service User)

Dad has been welcomed with open arms since day one, quite literally, as has his family.Janeen W(Daughter of Resident/Service User)

Silverleigh Nursing Home, located in the heart of Axminster, offers compassionate care and support in a welcoming, homely environment. The home is made up of two buildings – Silverleigh and Cedars, with Cedars formerly operating as a hotel. The team at Silverleigh, many of whom have been with the home for several years, are trained to treat residents with dignity and respect, ensuring a comfortable and nurturing atmosphere.
The care home...
Care Provided by Silverleigh Care Home
Primary Care Categories
- Older Person Care
- Dementia
- Physical Disability
- Visual / Hearing Impairment
Length of Stay
- Permanent Care
- Respite Care
Care Types Provided
- Residential Care
- Nursing Care
- Dementia Residential Care
- Dementia Nursing Care
- For a maximum of 65 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
- COPD/Pulmonary Disease
- Convalescent Care
- Acquired Brain Injury (ABI)
- 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
- Wheelchair Access
- Gardens
- Bar/Café
- 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 Silverleigh Care Home for full pricing details and T&Cs.
Contact Silverleigh 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)
Support you may be entitled to
- If you chose a care home based in England, you may be eligible for NHS Funded Nursing Care (FNC), which helps cover the cost of nursing. This is worth £267.68 per week and is usually paid directly to the care home.
Good to Know
Group / Owner
- Care Concern Group Ltd
- Private Owned
Person in charge
- Yanti Beament(Registered Manager)
Local Authority / Social Services
Admission Information
- Ages 65+
Care Home Design/Build
- Purpose Built: No
- Last Refurbishment: 2015
Room Information
- Single Rooms (57)
- Couples/Companion Rooms (4)
Visiting
- They welcome visitors, please get in touch with them directly to arrange a tour.
Parking
- Limited parking on site but plenty of parking locally
Silverleigh Care Home Reviews (63)
Silverleigh Care Home has a Review Score of 9.9 (9.941) out of 10, based on 18 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Silverleigh Care Home has 63 reviews.
Dad has been at Silverleigh for a few weeks and he's very happy and contented. Had been in hospital 6 weeks. The difference in him is so noticeable. Family are pleased with Silverleigh.
Thank you so much for your lovely feedback. Were delighted to hear that your dad has settled in well at Silverleigh and is feeling happy and contented after such a long stay in hospital. Its wonderful to know that the positive difference in him has been so noticeable and that your family are pleased with the care and support hes receiving. Your kind words mean a great deal to all of the team.
All the staff are more than helpful and caring. Mum was treated with respect and dignity. Everyone is very caring. Mum enjoyed her stay and was very complimentary about her stay.
Thank you so much for your lovely feedback. We are delighted to hear that your mum was treated with respect and dignity throughout her stay. It means a great deal to our team to know that she felt cared for and enjoyed her time with us. Your kind words will be shared with all the staff, who work hard to provide a warm and supportive environment for everyone in our care.
All of the wonderful staff at Silverleigh are truly excellent. Nothing is too much trouble, and they regularly go above and beyond to enrich the lives of all residents. There is always a friendly smile from the staff and the residents really do receive the best care possible , with compassion and understanding. The food is excellent too ! My Father has been a resident since May 2025 and he is very happy there, having settled in extremely well. I am lucky to be able to visit every day and it is very reassuring for our family to see him looking so well. All of our family are extremely grateful to all at Silverleigh. You are all stars!
Thank you so much for your kind and heartfelt review of Silverleigh.
We're absolutely delighted to hear that your father has settled in so well since May 2025 and that he is happy here. Knowing that you feel reassured when you visit and see him looking well means a great deal to us.
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My wife came to Silverleigh in mid July after a spell in hospital after a heavy fall. Since she has been here all staff have been kind and very helpful and very easy to talk to. Also they have aided her with getting back on her feet again. They also keep me posted on any things I need to know. Well done. Also she is on a special diet so food is special done for her to swallow easier.
Thank you so much for taking the time to share your kind feedback. We are delighted to hear that your wife has settled well at Silverleigh and that our team has been able to support her recovery following her hospital stay. Our staff work hard to provide compassionate care, clear communication with...
My dad was admitted to Silverleigh for respite care (dementia) and the Centre could not have been more helpful/ friendly and organised. They made everything super easy for my mum until we could get dad home. The staff were genuinely happy and friendly. Dad loved the food and the entertainment. It's great to know he can go here if mum needs a rest
Thank you for taking the time to share this lovely feedback. Were delighted to hear that your dad felt comfortable during his respite stay and that the support provided helped make things easier at home. Our team works hard to create a friendly, organised and welcoming environment, and its...
Very supportive since the beginning which was Aug 2022. Very helpful with the transition of Mum coming to the home. Communication around my mum's care always communicated to us. Always kind and considerate when I phone the receptionist asking to visit.
Thank you so much for your lovely message. It truly means a lot to hear your kind words. Were so pleased to know that youve felt supported since your mum joined us in August 2022, and that our communication and care have made a positive difference to you both.
Our team always strives to provide...
Every time we come to the home, we get a very pleasant welcome from all the staff who are exceptionally happy and friendly. My mum is very content and comfortable in her surroundings. We know she is very well cared for, so do not worry about her, which is very comforting. We are so glad we found this home and would recommend it to anyone.
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Dad came in for respite care which lasted 8 weeks and in that time I was delighted by the car & attention he received from the manager and the team. Silverleigh is spotlessly clean and tidy and Dad enjoyed the food.
Thank you so much for your kind feedback. We're delighted to hear that your dad had a positive experience during his respite stay with us. It means a great deal to know that you were happy with the care and attention provided by our team, and that he enjoyed the food and clean environment. Well be...
From the first day she moved in (31/03/2025) to the day she died (21/06/2025), my mum received excellent care from every member of staff at Silverleigh Care Home. Welcomed by all, and staff tending to all her needs with care, thoughtfulness, calm, generosity of spirit, friendliness and humour. The home was always clean, bright & cheerful. Visitors were met promptly and looked after with equal care and attention. Everyone made her time there easy, relaxed, well-catered for and gave her great respect.
Thank you so much for your kind and heartfelt words. We are truly sorry for your loss, and it was our privilege to care for your mum during her time at Silverleigh. Knowing that she felt welcomed, respected, and well looked after means the world to our team. Your recognition of the compassion and...
Whatever their needs, each resident is always given excellent, expert and caring attention with respect and dignity. Visitors are welcomed by friendly staff at all times and relatives kept well informed of their loved ones wellbeing.
Thank you so much for your kind words and lovely feedback.It truly means a lot to the entire Silverleigh team. We remain fully committed to providing the highest standard of care and attention for your loved one. If there's ever anything you need or any way we can support you further, please dont hesitate to get in touch were always here for you.
Silverleigh is a first class home with first class staff. My Mum spent her last few days at Silverleigh and was looked after and cared for as though she was a member of their own family. Their skills, knowledge and professionalism is amazing and the genuine caring nature of all the staff is incredible, they are true angels. They even cared for me with as much passion as they did for mum. Nothing was too much trouble. Mum said "We were so lucky to find such a nice place to be with such wonderful staff, and at short notice too". A car was sent to collect mum within half an hour of making our initial phone call. Thank you Silverleigh staff.
Thank you for your kind words. It was our pleasure looking after your mother.
My mother was here for a year until her death in February 2025. Over that time she was treated extremely well by the lovely staff, backed up by caring management. She had dementia, but her last months were as happy as they could be, given that condition.
Thank you for your kind words. It was our pleasure looking after your mother.
My mother has had a wonderful experience in Silverleigh. She has only positive things to say about the staff and how well the home is run. I would rate her care 10 out of 10. I thank the staff for their kindness and care.
We are glad to hear that your mother is now content in our care. Thank you for your kind words.
There are not enough words to describe our adopted Silverleigh Cedars family.
Each department deserves a huge thank you for making Silverleigh so special. The menu is outstanding quality to maintain optimum health for our loved ones.
There are no boundaries to their consideration, support and guidance making a difference not only to my Mum who is a resident but also to Dad during his own health challenges and all the way through this extremely sensitive, emotional experience.
From our very first appointment they have held our hand and reassured, continuing with regular communication
My parents celebrated 59 years of marriage and the amazing Silverleigh team made the occasion with banners and a cake and most heart warming they signed a card, wow, like I began this review there are simply not enough words to describe the most incredible Silverleigh Family Team.
Thank you.
We are pleased to hear that you and your dad are happy. Thank you for your positive and kind comments regarding our home and the staff.
Silverleigh is an excellent care home with a warm and homely atmosphere. There is a large team of hardworking staff who are well-led by the manager. They are always smiling, kind and helpful, whilst treating residents with respect and understanding their needs. The nursing team are excellent having many years of experience. They are kind and compassionate, the residents well being is at the heart of everything they do. Meals are well presented and appetising. There are several choices for each meal served by the staff. Snacks and drinks are readily available throughout the day. There is a very encouraging activities team who manage to stimulate the residents by keeping them entertained. The residents like listening to music or to hear volunteers singing. There are also quiet rooms where you can talk to family and friends or where you can read a book. The receptionists are always pleasant and welcoming. The cheerful laundry team ensures the resident's clothes are washed and ironed and the kind housekeeping team keeps the care home very clean and tidy. The maintenance men are very helpful and available if their expertise is needed. I visit Silverleigh regularly and I am always made to feel welcome. I know my husband is safe and well cared for by the staff at Silverleigh Care Home.
We are pleased to hear that you and your husband are happy with the care that he receives at Silverleigh. Thank you for your positive comments regarding our home and the staff. We are extremely proud of our team and the high level of care that we provide.
They are considerate and caring but attempt to bring aspects of joy into both our lives.
My husband likes to move around, he's on the go all the time. At Silverleigh this is made possible by the layout of rooms and corridors, he can go up one set of stairs, walk along, come down, wander round, and return to the beginning, feeling he has completed a journey. He's able to go out into the garden whenever he chooses, I haven't seen this in any other home.
There is a good range of activities and he is encouraged to participate.
The food seems very good, all freshly cooked on the premises.
All staff are friendly, warm, and very helpful, communication with the family is prompt, honest, and supportive. Everyone there knows the residents by name and adapts to each of the resident's needs.
My husband really enjoys his food which is of excellent quality and very well presented.
I would not hesitate to recommend Silverleigh to any family making the difficult decision to place a loved one in the home.
Nobody wants their loved one to move into a nursing home, but thankfully Silverleigh exists! Without exception, we have found that all staff treat the residents with respect and the greatest possible care and help to preserve the dignity of those they are caring for. The food is excellent and beautifully presented. There are often interesting activities going on. I, as next of kin, am kept informed of any change in my husband's condition and also receive regular general updates. Whatever their role (e.g. laundry, housekeeping, carers, chefs, etc.) staff are always helpful and friendly as well as discrete and are obviously well-trained. I could not speak highly enough of Silverleigh.
All staff understand their individual roles whilst working as a team. Staff are plentiful and consistent. Staff treat people as unique individuals with their own set of circumstances, an ethos which is so entrenched in the home it comes naturally to the staff. Staff are caring, compassionate and joyful. I have faith in their ability and I know I can relax and leave his care in their capable hands. Clothes are beautifully laundered and returned. The whole home is clean and well-kept. Chefs provide fresh, restaurant-style food and have bent over backwards to ensure my husband has received the food he prefers, nothing is too much trouble. The care staff are outstanding, they really care, my husband says 'they are all brilliant' and 'the boys are terrific. The nursing care has been exemplary, the nurses are knowledgeable, diligent and caring and have worked in unison with hospice to ensure my husband's end-of-life care is pain-free and comfortable. As a family we have been wholly supported through the experience, staff have become like an extended family. I am in awe and cannot thank them enough. I would recommend Silverleigh in a heartbeat.
Regulatory Rating
Care Quality Commission (CQC) Rating
Date: 07 October 2025Good
- 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
2 Bed Vacancies
Posted: 01 July 2026Please do get in touch to discuss your care needs in further detail
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Meet the Team (3)

Angelie is one of our Registered Nurses at Silverleigh and joined the Team in June 2023 after relocating from the Midlands. Before relocating to Axminster she had 19 years of experience working for the NHS for the care of the elderly specialising in cardiorespiratory, Parkinson’s, dementia and stroke care.

Marie joined the Team in September 2023 after relocating from the Midlands. This is her first role in a Care environment but before working at Silverleigh, she has 19 years of experience working for the NHS. Her experiences include working on an acute short stay Surgical Ward as well as being a Ward Sister for 12 of those years, and on a Surgical Ward specialising in breast surgery, urology and bowel.

Armand has worked within Care Homes since 2006 and is responsible for the maintenance and upkeep of the building and garden, assisted by Trevor and Clive, the other maintenance assistants.
Armand is also the Health and Safety representative, as well as carrying out small appliance testing and plumbing repair works in the home, assisting with the compliance of servicing and repairs of equipment and lifts, and general maintenance and safety of the home.
He has also recently undertaken a qualification in IET Wiring Regulations which enables him to carry out electrical repair works.
Frequently Asked Questions about Silverleigh Care Home
What types of Care is Silverleigh Care Home 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 Silverleigh Care Home have?
There are 57 Single Rooms and 4 Couples/Companion Rooms.
What are the Facilities & Services at Silverleigh Care Home?
Own Furniture if required, Pet Friendly (or by arrangement), Smoking not permitted, Close to Local shops, Near Public Transport, Minibus or other transport, Lift, Wheelchair Access, Gardens, Bar/Café, Phone Point in own room, Television point in own room, Residents Internet Access are some of the Facilities & Services.
How far is Silverleigh Care Home to the centre of Axminster?
0.1 mile(s) as the crow flies, distance by road may be significantly further.
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