Silverleigh Care Home

Silver Street, Axminster EX13 5AF
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  • Silverleigh Care Home, Axminster
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 provides a wide variety of activities to suit the interests of residents, including organised outings. Nutritious meals are prepared to accommodate individual tastes and dietary requirements, ensuring that each resident’s needs are met. The lounge and dining area serve as the central hub of the home, where residents are encouraged to socialise and engage with one another.

Silverleigh fosters a family-oriented environment where friends and family are always welcome to visit and participate in the community. The home enjoys strong ties to the local community and has earned a great reputation for its warm, homely atmosphere. The dedicated and experienced staff work hard to create a caring environment that offers both comfort and a sense of belonging for all residents.
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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 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 What's included?

Weekly Charges per Person

  • Self-Funded Residential Care: from £1300
  • Self-Funded Residential Dementia Care: from £1400
  • Self-Funded Nursing Care: from £1500
  • Self-Funded Nursing Dementia Care: from £1500
  • RESPITE Self-Funded Residential Care: from £1300
  • RESPITE Self-Funded Residential Dementia Care: from £1400
  • RESPITE Self-Funded Nursing Care: from £1500
  • RESPITE Self-Funded Nursing Dementia Care: from £1500

Settle in and make yourself at home this Winter. Enjoy 3 weeks for the price of 2, saving from £1300. Valid for admissions between 15th December to 15th March 2026. T&Cs apply.

These prices are only a guideline, please contact Silverleigh Care Home to find out the exact price for your requirements.

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 £254.06 per week and is usually paid directly to the care home.

Contact Silverleigh Care Home to confirm what's included and get a personalised quote:

Good to Know

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 (60)

9.9

Silverleigh Care Home has a Review Score of 9.9 (9.915) out of 10, based on 19 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Silverleigh Care Home has 60 reviews.

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Review from Gareth W (Son of Resident) published on 6 July 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My father came to Silverleigh after a brief stay in hospital following a fall. My father is settled and happy at Silverleigh. He has had the opportunity to mix with many other residents and staff; he has enjoyed the days out in the minibus very much, especially when there is ice cream! We have seen
a noticeable improvement in his sociability and mobility since he arrived at Silverleigh.
The team at Silverleigh are superb and so very supportive and friendly to us and demonstrates they hold my father's care in the highest regard.
My father enjoys all the activities, especially the bands/musicians.
Many thanks for everything you do. It is very much appreciated.
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Review from Janeen W (Daughter of Resident) published on 6 July 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
It is without a doubt since being at Silverleigh, Dads' mental health and mobility have actually improved. This is down to all the staff, from the top down, whose care and dedication provide all their residents with a respectful and meaningful quality of life. From the daily activities, including live
music and quizzes, all help stimulate local outings, including to the coast or to the local market. This is not to mention the good quality food with a range of choices and excellent presentation to the comfortable and clean surroundings with plenty of choices of where to sit. Dad has been welcomed with open arms since day one, quite literally, as has his family. He is happy, settled and making new friends and has the light back in his eyes, something which I thought I'd never see again. Thank you, Silverleigh, for all you have done and do; your care is outstanding.
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Review from Denise K (Friend of Resident) published on 17 May 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
We travelled from Surrey to visit a family friend who had been transferred to Silverleigh from the hospital. We were very impressed with the staff, in particular, who all knew our friend by name and went out of their way to help us make the most of our visit. Our friend told us the food is lovely and
there is obviously a good rapport with the staff. We visited the garden at the home, which was a pleasant surprise, a lovely space to sit and chat. Our visit certainly put our minds at rest that our friend is receiving the best care possible.
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Review from V M (Wife of Resident) published on 8 February 2023 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
The staff have shown care, patients and understanding of my husband's needs, even through difficult times. Response to an emergency is very swift and efficient. The food is excellent, and the laundry staff is friendly and helpful. The accommodation is kept clean and tidy, and all support staff are cheerful
and welcoming.
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Review from Sandra P (Sister of Resident) published on 16 September 2022 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Staff at Silverleigh are outstanding: my elderly sister received a warm welcome and really diligent care. All residents are treated with dignity and respect. I felt very happy and reassured by their skill and warmth. Thank you so much. I can recommend Silverleigh wholeheartedly.
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Review from Jamie P (Grandson of Resident) published on 31 August 2022 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My grandma was taken into this care home in February 2021 and always received the best care. She sadly passed away in July 2022 but was made very comfortable when it was her time to go. I have nothing but high praise for this home.
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Review from Y S (Wife of Resident) published on 19 August 2022 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Staff are very caring and well trained - they treat all residents as individuals with different needs. Premises - always very clean and cheerful looking. Food/drink, management, and facilities are all excellent. Couldn't ask for a better placement for my husband.
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Review from N M (Daughter of Resident) published on 28 July 2022 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Since both my parents became residents three years ago, we have been really happy with the total love and care they received. My father died there a year ago, and he was treated with dignity and care all the time. My mother is fading, but is still encouraged to join in as best she can. The staff are
amazing with their care, commitment and love shown at challenging times.
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Review from Nicole L (Daughter of Resident) published on 31 May 2022 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
The home has a friendly atmosphere and feels very homely. The staff are generally helpful and happy to assist. There is plenty of nostalgia in the place for the residents. There is plenty of time to be left with loved ones. The staff respect this, but there is always someone nearby if needs be. It has
been hard for the home (like many others) through Covid, and I think they've coped amazingly. Thank you.
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Review from William F (Husband of Resident) published on 30 May 2022 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My wife gas settled well. All the staff are most kind and considerate. The home is very professionally run while maintaining a loving, homely atmosphere. The meals appear excellent.
During Covid residents, safety has been rigidly protected.
Residents fees semm rather expensive but I cannot fault
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Review from D S (Wife of Resident) published on 9 May 2022 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My husband went to Silverleigh from hospital a month ago. I am delighted with all the care and attention he is receiving from all concerned with his welfare, everyone is so very kind and caring and my daughters and myself have been made very welcome, nothing you ask is too much trouble. I am more than
happy to have found such a lovely place for him.
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Review from Helen P (Friend of Resident) published on 3 May 2022 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I have been visiting my friend at Silverleigh Nursing Home for nearly two years. I cannot fault it, the staff and management are friendly and helpful. The cleanliness is outstanding my friend is being well looked after which is a comfort to me.
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Review from J M (Son of Resident) published on 3 May 2022 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
To all the staff at Silverleigh Nursing Home, you are wonderful. The respect, cleanliness and efficiency that you show to everyone is beyond the call of duty. I'm so glad I picked out Silverleigh Nursing Home to care for my mother.
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Review from S V (Daughter of Resident) published on 21 April 2022 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My dad has been in Silverleigh since November 2019. I cannot speak highly enough of the care dad receives. The staff are all incredibly empathetic towards the residents. I love how daily activities keep the residents stimulated. It is such an amazing home and I feel forever grateful that dad is here.
Dementia is a harrowing journey, but with staff like the Silverleigh crew it cushions the blow.
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Review from P H (Son of Resident) published on 6 January 2022 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Excellent care home.
Resident looks extremely well looked after.
Staff very helpful and pleasant.
Delighted my mum is a resident in this care home.
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Review from B T (Daughter of Resident) published on 7 September 2018 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
My father has been in Silverleigh for 18 months. He is treated with great care and dignity. The staff respond to all our needs in a very caring way as we all need to be part of this dreadful disease. It is not easy but we are all treated in a caring way. I have not given excellent to staff and management
as it covers a large employment base.
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Review from L G (Niece of Resident) published on 14 August 2018 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I cannot believe the fantastic care my aunt has had since being a resident. She arrived in December 2016 not expected to live. She was hospitalised in January 2017 and it was touch and go. She went back to the home after a week and is now a happy healthy 96-year-old, 97 in September! She has a lovely
room, the home is always clean and welcoming, as are the staff. They are as concerned with us relatives as they are with their resident. Brilliant. A wonderful place for my aunt to spend her last years.
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Review from Nigel H (Stepson of Resident) published on 10 April 2018 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Although my dear Mother was only resident at Silverleigh for a very short period, it was a great relief to know she was in the care of a highly trained, efficient and proficient team, lead by the manager to whom I owe a huge debt of gratitude for attending to my mother's needs so swiftly.
My wife and
I visited Silverleigh the week prior to my mother's death and were highly impressed with the efficient manner in which were shown around by someone obviously very proud of what Silverleigh had to offer. 5 Star facilities without a doubt! The meeting with the manager at the conclusion of our tour confirmed in our minds the facility was being managed by someone whose heart was well placed. If ever we came to live in the area and were in need of the best care available it would be Silverleigh Nursing Home without question.
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Review from Rob L (Son of Resident) published on 17 January 2018 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
All staff have given and are giving Dad excellent care. Thank you.
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Review from Paul B (Son of Resident) published on 16 January 2018 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
A real home from home, nothing too much trouble. Very responsive staff with a great understanding of residents and relatives' needs. Very active activities team who achieve very much.
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Current Review Score: 9.9 (9.915)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.9 (9.915) out of 10 for Silverleigh Care Home is based on a) the Average Rating and b) the number of positive Reviews.

  1. The Average Rating is 4.9 out of 5 from 19 Reviews in the last 24 months.
  2. The score for the number of positive Reviews is 5.0 out of 5 from 19 positive Reviews in the last 24 months.

Detailed Breakdown of Review Score

The maximum Review Score for a Care Home is 10, which is made up from the Average Rating of Reviews (maximum of 5 points) and the Number of Reviews (maximum of 5 points) in the last 24 months:

  1. 5 Points are available for the Average Rating from all Reviews in the last 24 months. The Average Rating of 4.915 for Silverleigh Care Home is calculated as follows: ( (205 Excellents x 5) + (17 Goods x 4) + (1 Satisfactorys x 3) ) ÷ 223 Ratings = 4.915
  2. 5 Points are available for the number of Positive Reviews in the last 24 months. A Positive Review is defined as any Review with an 'Overall Experience' of '4' or '5' (out of a max rating '5'). The 5 Points relating to the number of positive Reviews for Silverleigh Care Home is based on 19 positive Reviews in the last 24 months and is calculated as per below:

    The 5 points available are broken down as follows:

    1. 4 points are available for the first 10 Positive Reviews in the last 24 months; 3 points for the first Positive Review, and then 0.125 Points for each of the next four Positive Reviews and then 0.1 Points for the next five Positive Reviews. (1st = 3.000, 2nd = 0.125, 3rd = 0.125, 4th = 0.125, 5th = 0.125, 6th = 0.100, 7th = 0.100, 8th = 0.100, 9th = 0.100, 10th = 0.100) 3 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.1 + 0.1 + 0.1 + 0.1 + 0.1 = 4
    2. 1 point is available for the number of Positive Reviews reaching 20% of the registered maximum number of service users in the last 24 months. If this number is partially reached, then that proportion of 1 point is given. eg a Care Home registered for a maximum of 50 service users has to reach 10 Positive Reviews to receive 1 point, if it has 7 reviews it will receive 0.7 points. 20% of the 65 registered maximum number of service users is 13, which has been reached with 19 Positive reviews. Points = 1
  3. When a Review is submitted by someone who has previously submitted a Review, only the latest Review will count towards the Review Score.
  4. If a Care Home does not have a review in the last 24 months, then it will not have a Review Score.

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Bed Vacancies

2 Bed Vacancies

Posted: 08 Dec 2025

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Meet the Team (3)

Angelie

Angelie Conti

Job Title: Registered Nurse Joined: 2023

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

Marie Umadhay

Job Title: Registered Nurse Joined: 2023

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

Armand Hawk

Job Title: Head of Maintenance Joined: 2006

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.

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