
The staff are so kind and friendly and nothing seems to be a problem. Couldn't wish for better careDavid C(Son of Resident/Service User)

home is very clean and the residents seem very comfortable and happy.B G(Son of Resident/Service User)

Lorna House is decorated very brightly and very cheerilyB G(Son of Resident/Service User)

The staff are so kind and friendly and nothing seems to be a problem. Couldn't wish for better careDavid C(Son of Resident/Service User)

home is very clean and the residents seem very comfortable and happy.B G(Son of Resident/Service User)

Lorna House is decorated very brightly and very cheerilyB G(Son of Resident/Service User)

Lorna House specialises in a wide range of care needs, taking on both long-term and respite needs, as well as caring for people with mild dementia.
This comfortable property has pleasant surroundings, with a professional team who take a friendly and versatile approach towards residents' daily lifestyles.
The home is near shops and churches and adjacent to Cary Park. Torquay United Football Stadium is within a short walking distance.
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Care Provided by Lorna House
Primary Care Categories
- Older Person Care
- Dementia
- Physical Disability
Length of Stay
- Permanent Care
- Respite Care
Care Types Provided
- Residential Care
- Dementia Residential Care
- For a maximum of 24 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
- Convalescent Care
- 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
- Stairlift
- Wheelchair Access
- Gardens
- Phone Point in own room
- Television point in own room
- Residents Internet Access
Funding & Fees
Weekly Charges per Person
The fee is based on individual care needs and the room allocated. Once we have reviewed your care needs with the Manager, we can give you an accurate quote.
The price(s) shown are provided by the care home. Contact Lorna House for full pricing details and T&Cs.
Contact Lorna House 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
- Bliss Care Ltd
- Private Owned
Person in charge
- Rakesh Bhasker(Care Manager)
Local Authority / Social Services
Admission Information
- Mixed (no single-gender units)
- Ages 65+
Care Home Design/Build
- Purpose Built: No
- Last Refurbishment: 2024
- Number of floors: 1
Room Information
- Single Rooms (24)
- Single Rooms with ensuite Wet Room (11)
Visiting
- Lorna House does not believe in visiting restrictions. Preferably, visit later in the morning or after lunch so as not to clash with the busy morning schedule for residents and staff. The most suitable times are 10 am till 12.30 pm and 2 pm till 4.30 pm. Please do not visit if unwell to protect residents and staff.
Parking
- Parking is available on-site and on the road outside.
Lorna House Reviews (25)
Lorna House has a Review Score of 9.6 (9.633) out of 10, based on 15 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Lorna House has 25 reviews.
I chose Lorna House care home for my Mother as it provided the best transition from home care by myself to the inevitable 24 hour dare needed from professionals. Lorna House has a warm and friendly atmosphere with excellent caring staff.
As you will see from the ratings, my brother and myself think Lorna House is one of the best care homes we looked at for our dear brother "PS - I like them the best". God bless them all.
My husband has been in this care home for two and a half years, he has settled and happy here. I can see he is well looked after and the staff look after me as well when I visit him. His son and daughter are also, very pleased with all the tender loving care he gets.
All the staff and management are really friendly and always available to answer any queries we might have.
Lorna House is decorated very brightly and very cheerily and Mum's bedroom is light and airy with a nice view.
Entertainment, sing along and craft happens quite often which she enjoys.
Couldn't wish for better care anywhere.
This place is the best.
Bed Vacancies
1 Bed Vacancy
Posted: 19 July 2026Please call us to learn how we can help you with your situation. We are happy to show you around and listen to your story. We believe no one should get stuck with questions about accessing the right care.
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Meet the Team (1)

Issac Theophilos and his wife own Aveland court care home. They both are passionate, qualified Registered Nurses. They both have humble beginnings as care workers in the care home sector.
Experience: Issac has experience working as a carer and being a Registered Manager of a FIVE STAR CQC-rated Nursing home in Sussex. Issac is one of the top care home consultants in the UK, advising care home leaders to deliver nothing less than Outstanding Care. Issac has audited more than 100+ care homes. Issac has experience helping care homes achieve Outstanding ratings from CQC to turning around Inadequate care homes. Issac implements the best strategies at Aveland through his consultancy experience.
Book: Author of the book: How to Get Outstanding: An Ultimate Guide for Care Homes. Issac regularly publishes in leading care magazines and blogs about delivering the best care for vulnerable people.
Ethos and personal story: Issac had a chance to care for loved ones from the very young age of 10. Issac walks his talk through Bliss Care. Issac cares about his staff and prioritises their well-being to deliver the best care for our residents. You can learn more about him by searching for his name on Google.
Educational Qualification: Bachelor of Nursing MBA in Healthcare leadership and Management Diploma in Adult Social Care Management Finance certification from the London School of Economics Life Lifelong learner
Hobbies: A typical family man loves enjoying time with little ones and a lovely wife. Issac spent a lot of time learning to be a better person and passing on that knowledge to help someone else achieve their goals. He listens to music but never gets the lyrics right. A voracious reader. Loves helping care homes overcome their challenges.
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