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Southlands provides day care, respite and permanent stays, with care tailored to each individual—whether residents join for a short visit, a few weeks, or make Southlands their long-term home.
As residential care specialists, Southlands offers a welcoming community of like-minded residents, with a...
Care Provided by Southlands Residential Care Home
Primary Care Categories
- Older Person Care
- Dementia
- Mental Health Condition
- Physical Disability
- Visual / Hearing Impairment
- Eating Disorders
Length of Stay
- Permanent Care
- Respite Care
Care Types Provided
- Residential Care
- Dementia Residential Care
- For a maximum of 33 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
- Bariatric Care/Obesity
- Convalescent Care
- Acquired Brain Injury (ABI)
- Day Care
Facilities
- Own Furniture if required
- Pet Friendly (or by arrangement)
- Close to Local shops
- Near Public Transport
- Lift
- Stairlift
- 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 Southlands Residential Care Home for full pricing details and T&Cs.
Contact Southlands Residential 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)
Good to Know
Group / Owner
- Rose Care Group
- Private Owned
Person in charge
- Carol Dyke (Registered Care Manager)
Local Authority / Social Services
Admission Information
- Ages 65+
Care Home Design/Build
- Purpose Built: Yes
- Last Refurbishment: 2017
Room Information
- Single Rooms (29)
- Couples/Companion Rooms (2)
- Single Rooms with ensuite Wet Room (11)
Visiting
- No appointment is necessary and you are welcome to visit at your convenience.
Parking
- Free parking available on-site.
Southlands Residential Care Home Reviews (67)
Southlands Residential Care Home has a Review Score of 9.9 (9.898) out of 10, based on 23 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Southlands Residential Care Home has 67 reviews.
Great care and lovely staff. Lots of activities to engage with, and I enjoy seeing updates and photos of my Grandad. Lovely outdoor area and spacious welcoming rooms too. Feels homely and not clinical at all.
He has recieved excellent care ,from the staff,they provide a safe environment, they maintain his dignity and allow him to be as independent as possible, but keeping him safe .
The staff are friendly ,caring and their comunication skills are outstanding.
As I live a long way from Southlands, the social media page is so good to see pictures and videos of my Dad ,during excellent entertainment and activities.
I have great reassurance, that my dad is well cared for at Southlands
Mum is coming up to her second anniversary at Southlands. We initially booked a two-week trial visit for her after a poor experience at her previous home, but by day 3 she had decided this was where she wanted to be. The facilities and catering are great and the staff are professional, really friendly and caring. The whole building is clean and well cared for and feels like a kind and nurturing place to live. Mum loves it. She is usually to be found holding court with her friends in the conservatory, usually with much laughter and banter, or quietly painting/drawing in her room. It's been great seeing her getting back into her art which she'd always loved but had lost the spark for before moving to Southlands. She's had a couple of medical issues but the staff are really on the ball and are all over such events. Calming and reassuring for the patient and providing regular updates to the family. Great care and support!
Fabulous staff and home from home for mum at a time she could not stay in her own home. The care given was amazing, empathetic and caring. It was a comfort to the family to know mum was safe and being cared for. Nothing was ever too much trouble for the staff and they always treated mum with care and respect.
Thank you for your wonderful feedback. We are delighted to hear that we were able to provide a true home-from-home for your mum when she could no longer remain in her own home.
Your kind words about the empathy, compassion and dedication shown by our team mean so much to us. Knowing that our...
My dear mum went into Southlands about six months ago when she was 96 years old. I can only say how wonderful the Management and ALL the staff are. I was apprehensive when mum first went into care after I had been looking after her for many years myself. I soon discovered how very lucky we as a family were to have them caring for mum, until sadly she passed away. The home is beautifully furnished, in a lovely location, and the staff are all very kind and genuinely care for the residents. They are amazingly supportive to not only the residents , but also we as family members. I would like to say a heartfelt thank you to all the lovely people who made my mothers stay there so positive.
Thank you so much, Susan, for sharing your experience. We are truly honoured to have cared for your mum and are so glad that our team could provide comfort, support, and kindness to both her and your family. Your heartfelt words mean a great deal to us, and we will always remember your mum fondly.
My mother in law was a resident at Southlands for 6 months until she recently passed away. I always found the whole team at the home were extremely helpful and approachable whenever I spoke to them, The home itself was always kept spotlessly clean, and is in a lovely location. I can only conclude this review by saying a very big thank you for the support and kindness shown to my wife and I during this difficult time.
Thank you, Derek, for your kind words. We are truly grateful for your feedback and feel honoured to have been able to care for your mother-in-law. It means a great deal to know that our team could provide support and kindness to you and your wife during such a difficult time. Your appreciation of...
Thank you Southlands and the fantastic team.
Thank you so much, Karen, for your lovely feedback. Were delighted to hear that your mum enjoyed her stay at Southlands and that she took part in the activities she loves. Its wonderful to know that our team made her feel safe, cared for, and happy, and that your family felt confident leaving her in our care. We truly appreciate your kind words and will pass them on to the whole team!
We all want the best for our loved ones. Southlands was the best Care Home I found for my mother, and she has lived here for around 3 years now. It takes time to adjust to a new environment, but from the start the staff were all very kind and thoughtful and made her feel at home. There is always a homely, friendly, jovial atmosphere, a real home from home. The staff are wonderful and take the time to chat with her, and are genuinely interested. It's not just a job, you can just tell they really do care. I can't speak highly enough of them, they are true diamonds! They are always very welcoming, respectful and caring to both residents and visitors alike. It's a pleasure visiting and a real comfort knowing that my mother is in safe hands. There are plenty of activities laid on, and time to socialise with others, or simply spend time in her lovely room overlooking the patio and garden. The home is lovely, bright, clean and airy. My mother is happy here and that's a real comfort to me.
Thank you so much, Heidi. We're delighted your mother feels at home at Southlands and that our team's care and friendliness give you peace of mind. Your kind words mean a lot, and we'll continue to provide a welcoming, caring environment for all our residents.
My mum spent her last two and half years at Southlands and received the most wonderful care. She was becoming ill and immobile when she had to go into care and her health was declining rapidly. The staff were amazing and incredibly caring, always kept the family informed, and we were so lucky to find Southlands. Mum became bedbound in the last months of her life and needed intensive nursing for several months before she died. The staff were incredible. I cannot speak highly enough of both the staff and the home in general and thank them with all my heart for making Mums last days as comfortable as possible.
Thank you so much, Deborah, for sharing your experience. We are truly honoured to have cared for your mum and are glad that our team could provide comfort, support, and compassionate care during her final months. Your kind words mean a great deal to all of us, and we will continue to strive to provide the same dedication and care to every resident and their family.
The home is really friendly and the residents rooms are homely, they can have their own possesions around them.
The staff go above and beyond, they really care about the residents and I always felt that my Mum was loved
by the way the staff spoke to her and spent time with her. I never had any worries about the care that she was recieving. There are always activities organised for the residents who want to join in. Visitors are made to feel welcome and can visit at most times of the day.
I am very grateful for the care that my Mum recieved. Thank you Southlands.
Thank you, Caroline, for your kind words. Its clear how much care and compassion the team at Southlands provided, and your message truly reflects the dedication and support they give to residents and families.
The home is always so clean, fresh, bright and airy. It has lovely bedrooms, a big bright conservatory to have their many activities in, a spacious dining room and a lovely cosy lounge to watch TV in, or just socialise. They also have a beautiful garden and a lovely decking area for sitting out in the sun.
I never joined them for lunch but the food always looked amazing and smelled divine.
Sadly my Mother passed away not long ago and we will miss her terribly but we will also miss all the staff at Southlands very much too, and I want to thank them all for caring for Mum so well. I can't praise them enough.
Thank you so much, Catherine, for sharing your heartfelt words. We are truly honoured to have cared for your mother and are grateful for your kind appreciation of our team and the home. It means a great deal to know that she was well looked after and felt cared for, and we will always remember her fondly. Your message is very touching, and we will pass your thanks on to the whole team.
My mother lived in Southlands for three years. She received excellent care and support throughout her stay. Relatives were able to visit whenever required, she maintained much independence and loved being out in the garden area. The care home is run very well, staff are friendly and approachable.
The management always took the time to have a chat and keep us up to date with how our stepfather was either in person or over the phone.
Southlands was always clean and the decor updated.
If I needed a care home for another family member I would choose Southlands again.
In March 2025, I needed to find a care home in the area with some urgency so my cousin could move from another county to be near to me. From the first contact with the manager & deputy manager at Southlands Care Home, Newton Abbot, my cousin and I have been treated with care and respect. For the month she stayed until her death, my cousin received excellent care, with every attention to her wishes. I cannot speak highly enough of the cleanliness, quality of food, range of activities, and the medical/palliative care provided. She was treated with dignity at all times in a safe, supportive environment as her health declined. The compassion shown to me by all the staff on her death has been touching. Thank you!
The care she received through out was excellent from all members of staff who met all her needs.
Constant feedback from the home with suggestions, on how to help our cousin with her learning difficulties and advanced dementia.
With her decline over time, needing more care on a one to one basis this was meet by all staff.
Our cousin died at Southlands. The care she received to the very end was to a very high standard going well above what was expected.
It was a great comfort to us knowing she was well looked after treated with respect and loved.
We can't thank everyone enough.
The building is kept well maintained, with several improvements to the outside area, making a very pleasant summer house and decking area, from where the residents can enjoy the beautiful garden.
Dad's room is spacious, bright and always kept clean and tidy. I would have no reservation about recommending Southlands to anyone.
The home Manager sets high standards of care, compassion, dignity and respect. The staff take time to get to know the residents and have found ways to communicate with our cousin which makes her smile. She also enjoys being included in the activities although she is unable to join in.
Menu choices are provided for the lovely home cooked meals. A selection of drinks is available which staff encourage / assist residents to take if needed. The environment is clean and well maintained. Visitors are always made to feel welcome.
We are so grateful for the care given to our cousin and cannot recommend Southlands highly enough.
My mum has been a resident at Southlands Residential Care Home for almost 4 years due to mobility issues. She had previously spent some time here after recuperating from a fractured ankle and loved it. The staff are all lovely, very friendly and welcoming and they take great care of mum. She has a lovely room which is clean and well maintained. There are always different activities available for the residents to join in with and quite often singers, musicians and local school children come to visit, mum really enjoys these social activities.
Excellent highly recommend for loved ones staff are amazing to residents just a lovely home rooms and food also excellent staff excellent too. My mother-in-law is cared for so well and very happy in the happy friendly environment of the home.
Thank you so much for your kind review. We're thrilled to hear that your mother-in-law is so well cared for and happy in our home. It's wonderful to know that the staff, rooms and food have all contributed to a positive experience for her. We truly appreciate your recommendation and are grateful...
I can't thank Southlands enough for the care my father receives. Wonderful caring staff who make my father's life at Southlands very happy. It's comforting to know he is safe and happy in his surroundings.
Thank you so much for your kind words, it is appreciated!
Regulatory Rating
Care Quality Commission (CQC) Rating
Date: 01 May 2018Good
- CaringGood
- EffectiveGood
- ResponsiveGood
- SafeGood
- Well-ledGood
Inspection ratings
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- 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.
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Awards / Recognitions (1)
- 31 Jan 2025Recipient: Rose Care Group
Accreditations
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Meet the Team (8)

At the helm is State Registered Nurse, Carol Dyke, who has been a nurse for more than three decades. She’s been at Southlands for 21 years and is well-beloved by her team, our residents, and Carol oversees five senior carers, our team of carers, cooks, housekeepers and an activities coordinator. Many hold NVQ Level 2 and 3 qualifications, and all have undertaken the specialist Care Certificate.
We know how valuable good staff are so we work hard to retain our best and most dedicated people by treating them fairly, recognising and rewarding great work, helping them continue their professional education and providing them with a career path they can be proud of and stimulated by.
In addition, we employ handymen and gardeners as well as other professionals to keep the home safe and running smoothly for you.

My wife Chris and I have extensive experience in social care provision. I qualified as a social worker in 1991 and over the course of thirty years, I have variously managed a London Borough’s homes for the elderly, been an inspector of care homes, operated homes for people with learning difficulties and provided houses and support for people in crisis or with complex needs.
In 2002 I helped establish a cancer support centre which I still oversee as a trustee.
My wife Chris is a qualified Human Resources Manager and supports me and our children whilst also volunteering for a specialist charity.
I am actively involved in the management of Southlands, and know all of our residents and their families personally.

Following a family move and career change, Amber began working as a Care Assistant. Her breadth of experience in the care sector and administrative background means Amber has quickly become a valued member of the Southlands team.
As Administrator and Liaison Officer, Amber is responsible for the day-to-day administrative functioning of the home, supporting Andrew (Proprietor) and Carol (Home Manager) in their roles. This involves a variety of tasks such as employment checks, inquiry handling, show rounds and admissions, to reassuring residents and relatives and dealing with their day-to-day requests.
Amber has a keen interest in outdoor sports such as kayaking and cycling and loves nothing more than a swim in the sea after a long days work.

Jessica joined the team in march 2021, he infectious laugh and outbound personality make her a pleasure to be around.Jessica uses care plans and consider residents’ histories and hobbies to plan respectful activities that enhance lives, encourage socialisation and stimulate memories. This is an important part of our person-centered care.
Activities that are multi-sensory are proven to help by increasing concentration and communication, helping cognitive symptoms and social interactions while stimulating reminiscent therapy. Southlands achieves this in a number of ways, some of which are cooking workshops, ‘Guess the scent’ games, culture days, along with arts and crafts.

Our dedicated and experienced senior team is responsible for managing the clinical care of our residents at Southlands focusing on their holistic care, which includes their mental, physical and emotional wellbeing.
This involves administering medication, working with our home GP and supporting carers to ensure residents receive person-centered care in accordance with their needs, wishes and asperations.
As with all our staff Margaret cares deeply about each and every resident and enjoy sharing the ups and downs of life sharing compassion, laughter and is a keen listerner.

James is our Handyman who works very hard fixing things and making sure our home runs smoothly. This involves ensuring that any maintenance/repair works are carried out promptly and efficiently with minimum disturbance. Having started at Southlands over 10 years ago, James is always willing to turn his hand to anything, even volunteered to be our barman at a Christmas party, making cocktails for the residents, all in all, a hard working and valuable team player.

To provide the exemplary care our residents deserve, we intentionally hire more staff than the industry average. Having more staff means we can offer a more relaxed, stress-free environment for our residents, where the staff have time to deliver person-centred care. Our care team are passionate about their jobs and the care team have completed additional specialised training in supporting those living here at Southlands.
We generally work on ratios of around 1:4 care staff per resident by day and 1:8 by night. However, these ratios do not include the home’s domestic, catering, laundry, activities and management staff.

Paul is one of our talented Cooks at Southlands who ensures residents enjoy a varied menu focusing on the nutritional needs of our residents. Paul has over 10 years of experience working as Cook in the care sector.
Having joined the Southlands team in 2016, Paul quickly made an impression on residents, relatives and staff. The food he cooks is appetizing, nutritional and commended by all. He also regularly goes above and beyond for resident’s special occasions, baking beautiful Birthday cakes and providing the little extras that he was well known for when working in well-known Devon eating establishments.
Frequently Asked Questions about Southlands Residential Care Home
What types of Care is Southlands Residential Care Home registered for?
Older Person Care, Dementia, Mental Health Condition, Physical Disability, Visual / Hearing Impairment, Eating Disorders are the registered (by the Care Quality Commission) categories of Care.
How many Rooms does Southlands Residential Care Home have?
There are 29 Single Rooms and 2 Couples/Companion Rooms.
What are the Facilities & Services at Southlands Residential Care Home?
Own Furniture if required, Pet Friendly (or by arrangement), Close to Local shops, Near Public Transport, Lift, Stairlift, 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 Southlands Residential Care Home to the centre of Newton Abbot?
0.6 mile(s) as the crow flies, distance by road may be significantly further.
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