Primary Care Categories
- Older Person Care
- Dementia
Length of Stay
- Permanent Care
- Respite Care
Care Types Provided
- Residential Care
- Dementia Residential Care
- For a maximum of 42 Service Users
Dementia Care Types
- Mild Dementia
- Moderate Dementia
A big thank you to ALL the team and keep up the great work you all do.Paul P(Son of Resident/Service User)
Selkirk House team were literally life savers for my mumRuth B(Daughter of Resident/Service User)
Wonderful place to be, the care is amazing, the manager and staff are absolutely the best.Avril W(Friend of Resident/Service User)
A big thank you to ALL the team and keep up the great work you all do.Paul P(Son of Resident/Service User)
Selkirk House team were literally life savers for my mumRuth B(Daughter of Resident/Service User)
Wonderful place to be, the care is amazing, the manager and staff are absolutely the best.Avril W(Friend of Resident/Service User)
Anchor’s Selkirk House in Plymouth is a purpose-built home that supports up to 42 older people to live a comfortable lifestyle.
Located in the heart of Plymstock, close to local amenities, it provides residential and dementia care.
The home delivers a range of residential care services, including convalescence care, respite care, trial stays, and long-term care for those who can no longer look after themselves. Selkirk House continues to welcome new...
Anchor’s Selkirk House in Plymouth is a purpose-built home that supports up to 42 older people to live a comfortable lifestyle.
Located in the heart of Plymstock, close to local amenities, it provides residential and dementia care.
The home delivers a range of residential care services, including convalescence care, respite care, trial stays, and long-term care for those who can no longer look after themselves. Selkirk House continues to welcome new residents.
The home has achieved Veteran Friendly Framework accreditation. The care team works with residents and loved ones to ensure each person's digital care is tailored to individual needs and preferences.
The care team gets to know residents and organises stimulating activities that match individual and group interests, both in the care home and in the local community.
Meals are cooked fresh, using locally sourced, seasonal ingredients, and, where possible, by the highly trained kitchen team.
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Care Provided by Selkirk House
Dementia Care Types
Facilities
- Own Furniture if required
- Pet Friendly (or by arrangement)
- Close to Local shops
- Near Public Transport
- Lift
- Wheelchair Access
- Gardens
- Residents Kitchenette
- Phone Point in own room
- Television point in own room
Funding & Fees
Weekly Charges per Person
Contact Selkirk House to confirm what's included and get a personalised quote:
Fees can vary depending on care needs and other factors. Colleagues at Selkirk House will be happy to discuss our weekly fees with you and what our fees include.
The price(s) shown are provided by the care home. Contact Selkirk House for full pricing details and T&Cs.
Funding Types Accepted
- Self-Funding (Private)
- Local Authority with Top-up
- Local Authority
- NHS Continuing Healthcare (CHC)
Good to Know
Group / Owner
- Anchor
- Voluntary / Not for Profit Owned
Person in charge
- Lorraine Holden (Manager)
Local Authority / Social Services
Admission Information
- Mixed (no single-gender units)
- Ages 65+
Care Home Design/Build
- Purpose Built: Yes
- Last Refurbishment: 2006
Room Information
- Single Rooms (34)
- Couples/Companion Rooms (4)
- Single Rooms with ensuite Wet Room (34)
- Couples/Companion Rooms with ensuite Wet Room (4)
Visiting
- Visitors are welcome at Selkirk House.
Parking
- Onsite parking is available, including disabled spaces.
Selkirk House Reviews (97)
9.9
Selkirk House has a Review Score of 9.9 (9.865) out of 10, based on 29 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Selkirk House has 97 reviews.
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Review from J M (Daughter of Resident) published on 22 September 2021 Submitted via Website•
Overall Experience
Selkirk House is a well-kept home, light, airy and feels welcoming. The manager has time for relatives, listens to concerns and responds appropriately. The past 18-months have been extremely challenging for the care sector. I appreciate the support that has been given to Mum when we have been...
Selkirk House is a well-kept home, light, airy and feels welcoming. The manager has time for relatives, listens to concerns and responds appropriately. The past 18-months have been extremely challenging for the care sector. I appreciate the support that has been given to Mum when we have been unable to see her in person.
Review from Gill W (Daughter of Resident) published on 24 June 2021 Submitted via Postal Card•
Overall Experience
The care given by the staff is excellent, and dignity is maintained by all staff towards our mother. The food is unimaginative and lacks flexibility, despite residents feedback at residents meetings. Ideas/suggestions seem to be greeted with enthusiasm but rarely implemented. Activities, also...
The care given by the staff is excellent, and dignity is maintained by all staff towards our mother. The food is unimaginative and lacks flexibility, despite residents feedback at residents meetings. Ideas/suggestions seem to be greeted with enthusiasm but rarely implemented. Activities, also unimaginative and regularly cancelled.
↩Reply from Lorraine Holden, Home Manager at Selkirk House
Thank you for the time to review Selkirk House, and we are pleased that you rate our staff as excellent. Our new Chef Manager will look to review the homes menu with all residents and discuss the variety of meal options that will be available. Our Team Leader and Activities coordinator are...
Thank you for the time to review Selkirk House, and we are pleased that you rate our staff as excellent. Our new Chef Manager will look to review the homes menu with all residents and discuss the variety of meal options that will be available. Our Team Leader and Activities coordinator are currently working on a new schedule that will provide residents with a wider range of activities to enjoy moving forward.
Review from Reg B (Son-in-law of Resident) published on 7 June 2021 Submitted via Postal Card•
Overall Experience
My mother-in-law is very happy at Selkirk.
All staff are very professional.
All staff are very professional.
A few blips when there were shortages of staff.
My mother-in-law is very happy at Selkirk.
All staff are very professional.
All staff are very professional.
A few blips when there were shortages of staff.
Review from Kathy B (Daughter of Resident) published on 27 May 2021 Submitted via Postal Card•
Overall Experience
Very professional and caring, friendly staff. Mum has been very happy with the care from all staff. There were difficulties with activities during the pandemic, hopefully, this will improve with the changing of rules. It will certainly help with the mental health and the morale of residents.
Very professional and caring, friendly staff. Mum has been very happy with the care from all staff. There were difficulties with activities during the pandemic, hopefully, this will improve with the changing of rules. It will certainly help with the mental health and the morale of residents.
Review from Steve M (Son of Resident) published on 12 January 2021 Submitted via Website•
Overall Experience
My 91-year-old Mother moved into Selkirk House at the beginning of January 2017. Both of us were grateful that she made that transition as life at home was becoming precarious. I always felt that the combination of having her own room surrounded by her own possessions but accompanied by 24/7 care...
My 91-year-old Mother moved into Selkirk House at the beginning of January 2017. Both of us were grateful that she made that transition as life at home was becoming precarious. I always felt that the combination of having her own room surrounded by her own possessions but accompanied by 24/7 care when required was ideal, and so it proved with several trips to hospital over her four years of residence which were always handled effectively and with compassion. She died last week (January 2021) at the age of 95. I am extremely appreciative for the care and compassion of the team that nursed her during those final days. This was particularly important as I am an only child and live in Worcestershire, and none of us could predict the impact of the COVID pandemic on our lives and ability to travel. In her conversations with me in person and on the telephone, she always stated how much she appreciated being able to live her final years at Selkirk.
Review from D S (Son of Resident) published on 19 November 2019 Submitted via Postal Card•
Overall Experience
My mother is very content in Selkirk House. The staff are very good and helpful, management seems to change quite frequently but the standard of care does not drop.
My mother is very content in Selkirk House. The staff are very good and helpful, management seems to change quite frequently but the standard of care does not drop.
Review from P M (Resident / Service User) published on 19 November 2019 Submitted via Postal Card•
Overall Experience
Everyone is so caring. I am well looked after and nothing is too much trouble.
Everyone is so caring. I am well looked after and nothing is too much trouble.
Review from S S (Daughter of Resident) published on 15 November 2019 Submitted via Postal Card•
Overall Experience
All the staff look after my mum with such care they are willing to help at all times, her food is always fresh looks and smells good she always enjoys her food. She is happy to be there which is good for her family.
All the staff look after my mum with such care they are willing to help at all times, her food is always fresh looks and smells good she always enjoys her food. She is happy to be there which is good for her family.
Review from Mary W (Daughter of Resident) published on 24 July 2019 Submitted via Website•
Overall Experience
My Dad lived in Selkirk House for the last three years and it became his home. Sadly, he passed away this month but the care he received during that time and particularly during his last few weeks, was quite simply wonderful. Every staff member we met showed him kindness and consideration and the...
My Dad lived in Selkirk House for the last three years and it became his home. Sadly, he passed away this month but the care he received during that time and particularly during his last few weeks, was quite simply wonderful. Every staff member we met showed him kindness and consideration and the same was shown to us - and some - when we were by his side towards the end. You are all amazing people. Thank you.
Review from Ernest G (Resident / Service User) published on 23 May 2019 Submitted via Postal Card•
Overall Experience
Angels in uniform, that's all I need to say after a period of respite form management to carers and housekeeping and laundry.
Angels in uniform, that's all I need to say after a period of respite form management to carers and housekeeping and laundry.
Review from Corinne P (Daughter of Resident) published on 16 April 2019 Submitted via Postal Card•
Overall Experience
Excellent information when being shown the care home facilities and how the staff could support Mum.
Very welcoming for Mum when she first arrived and settled in. The staff are always cheerful, helpful and all know Mum's name which is important.
Excellent information when being shown the care home facilities and how the staff could support Mum.
Very welcoming for Mum when she first arrived and settled in. The staff are always cheerful, helpful and all know Mum's name which is important.
Review from Philip D (Son of Resident) published on 29 January 2019 Submitted via Postal Card•
Overall Experience
Selkirk House, Plymstock, Devon, is a lovely run home with lots of staff, all very caring. It felt very homely. The rooms were very spacious. My father liked his time there.
Selkirk House, Plymstock, Devon, is a lovely run home with lots of staff, all very caring. It felt very homely. The rooms were very spacious. My father liked his time there.
Review from Steff C (Granddaughter of Resident) published on 3 January 2019 Submitted via Website•
Overall Experience
I cannot compliment the staff at Selkirk enough. The care, and love, they give to my grandma is second to none. Grandma had been unwell recently and, at times, quite difficult to deal with. The wonderful staff have treated her with patience and care as if she was their own family member.
With the...
I cannot compliment the staff at Selkirk enough. The care, and love, they give to my grandma is second to none. Grandma had been unwell recently and, at times, quite difficult to deal with. The wonderful staff have treated her with patience and care as if she was their own family member.
With the regular posts on social media, and phone calls to the home, they keep us updated of what she’s doing when we aren’t there, and we get to see a wonderful side of life at Selkirk, owls and rabbits visiting, singers singing wartime songs and much much more.
If I could hug every member of staff for what they do for grandma and our family, I would. These men and women are angels and deserve to be treated as such.
With the regular posts on social media, and phone calls to the home, they keep us updated of what she’s doing when we aren’t there, and we get to see a wonderful side of life at Selkirk, owls and rabbits visiting, singers singing wartime songs and much much more.
If I could hug every member of staff for what they do for grandma and our family, I would. These men and women are angels and deserve to be treated as such.
Thank You.
Review from Jean O (Wife of Resident) published on 16 November 2018 Submitted via Postal Card•
Overall Experience
Wonderful staff. Husband very comfy, loved his room and staff. Made to feel welcomed when I visited. The food was excellent. He has dementia and was really looked after.
Wonderful staff. Husband very comfy, loved his room and staff. Made to feel welcomed when I visited. The food was excellent. He has dementia and was really looked after.
Review from Kathleen W (Sister of Resident) published on 16 October 2018 Submitted via Postal Card•
Overall Experience
In my opinion, Selkirk House is excellent. Cannot fault anything, my sister is very happy and contented and knowing that she is well cared for is peace of mind for all the family.
In my opinion, Selkirk House is excellent. Cannot fault anything, my sister is very happy and contented and knowing that she is well cared for is peace of mind for all the family.
Review from Jo T (Resident / Service User) published on 20 September 2018 Submitted via Postal Card•
Overall Experience
The home is extremely well run. All the staff are very helpful and caring. They are always very welcoming. The home is run to a very high standard. I have no complaints at all. I have no hesitation in recommending Selkirk House.
The home is extremely well run. All the staff are very helpful and caring. They are always very welcoming. The home is run to a very high standard. I have no complaints at all. I have no hesitation in recommending Selkirk House.
Review from Kim B (Daughter of Resident) published on 9 May 2018 Submitted via Review Postal Card•
Overall Experience
Very thorough and professional. Listened to everything I had to say. Whilst being very professional, they were also very caring and considerate.
There is nothing bad I can say about this member of staff. What a credit they are to the company.
Very thorough and professional. Listened to everything I had to say. Whilst being very professional, they were also very caring and considerate.
There is nothing bad I can say about this member of staff. What a credit they are to the company.
Review from K R (Daughter-in-law of Resident) published on 23 April 2018 Submitted via Review Postal Card•
Overall Experience
Having only recent experience of care homes my first impression on entering this home was the friendly, inviting atmosphere. The staff I have met all seem very helpful and caring, especially in some difficult situations and that, as the family of a resident, is all that you want. The best of care...
Having only recent experience of care homes my first impression on entering this home was the friendly, inviting atmosphere. The staff I have met all seem very helpful and caring, especially in some difficult situations and that, as the family of a resident, is all that you want. The best of care possible.
Review from Leslie M (Son of Resident) published on 23 April 2018 Submitted via Review Postal Card•
Overall Experience
My Mym has been here, at Selkirk House, for a few months and I've seen her progress from being unwell to being restored to health. We, as a family, are so grateful for the care that has been shown to her. She is very happy and enjoying the staff who care for her. A very big thank you to you all.
My Mym has been here, at Selkirk House, for a few months and I've seen her progress from being unwell to being restored to health. We, as a family, are so grateful for the care that has been shown to her. She is very happy and enjoying the staff who care for her. A very big thank you to you all.
Review from Elizabeth O (Resident / Service User) published on 23 April 2018 Submitted via Review Postal Card•
Overall Experience
I came to Selkirk House for a fortnight's respite in January and I am happy to stay permanently. Having my little cat here with me makes a big difference to me and I am very grateful for this and for the kindness and hospitality to my daughter when she was 'snowbound' and could not get home. The...
I came to Selkirk House for a fortnight's respite in January and I am happy to stay permanently. Having my little cat here with me makes a big difference to me and I am very grateful for this and for the kindness and hospitality to my daughter when she was 'snowbound' and could not get home. The staff here are un-obtrusively caring. My room is warm and comfortable with a pleasant outlook. I can play my piano or listen to the radio or TV without disturbing anybody.
In my opinion, this home compares favourably with others I have visited in the neighbourhood.
Regulatory Rating
Care Quality Commission (CQC) Rating
Date: 11 March 2022Overall
Good
Good
- CaringGood
- EffectiveGood
- ResponsiveGood
- SafeGood
- Well-ledGood
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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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News
- 19 Nov 2024
Anchor, England’s largest not-for-profit provider of care and housing for people in later life, is proud to announce that Nadyne Roberts triumphed at the South West regional final of the...
- 06 Nov 2024
Anchor, England’s largest not-for-profit provider of care and housing for people in later life, is proud to announce that Selkirk House has colleagues in the South West regional final of...
- 09 Oct 2024
Anchor, England’s largest not-for-profit provider of housing and care for people in later life, has received platinum status in the RSPCA’s annual PawPrints Awards for the second year in a...
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