
Very pleased with everything thank you.R L(Son of Resident/Service User)

The friendly staff goes the extra mile to provide a very high professional careT P(Wife of Resident/Service User)

The staff are excellent in all they do.J D(Daughter of Resident/Service User)

Very pleased with everything thank you.R L(Son of Resident/Service User)

The friendly staff goes the extra mile to provide a very high professional careT P(Wife of Resident/Service User)

The staff are excellent in all they do.J D(Daughter of Resident/Service User)

The Devonshire provides 24-hour nursing care, in addition to supporting those living with dementia and other long-term conditions.
Conveniently located to nearby Tilehurst village, the home benefits from excellent local transport links and is easily accessible by train, bus and car.
The Devonshire is divided into smaller accommodation units, offering an intimate friendly atmosphere where residents and carers get to know each other well and staff can tailor care to...
Care Provided by The Devonshire
Primary Care Categories
- Older Person Care
- Dementia
- Mental Health Condition
- 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 137 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
- Advanced/Complex Dementia
Other Care Provided
- Parkinson's Disease
- Stroke
- Palliative / End of Life Care
- Bariatric Care/Obesity
- Convalescent Care
- Acquired Brain Injury (ABI)
Facilities
- Own Furniture if required
- Close to Local shops
- Near Public Transport
- Lift
- Wheelchair Access
- Gardens
- Bar/Café
- Television point in own room
- Residents Internet Access
Funding & Fees
Weekly Charges per Person
Prices are subject to an individual care needs assessment and the type of room and services chosen. Please contact us for further information.
The price(s) shown are provided by the care home. Contact The Devonshire for full pricing details and T&Cs.
Contact The Devonshire 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
- Maria Mallaband Care Group Ltd
- Private Owned
Person in charge
- Lizzy Gondo(Home Manager)
Local Authority / Social Services
Admission Information
- Ages 55+
Care Home Design/Build
- Purpose Built: Yes
- Last Refurbishment: 2022
Room Information
- Single Rooms (137)
- Single Rooms with ensuite Wet Room (17)
Visiting
- Follow Covid guidelines - please check with the home as guidelines may change each month.
Parking
- Limited onsite parking available.
The Devonshire Reviews (130)
The Devonshire has a Review Score of 9.6 (9.550) out of 10, based on 46 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time The Devonshire has 130 reviews.
The care staff are lovely but there is not enough of them! They work to a deadline and do not have time to stop and chat to the residents. The evening meal is awful. Today when I was with mum she got a mayo sandwich with three bits of grated cheese and a piece of limp lettuce and the bread was hard on the edges. Mum did not eat anything. The is the same standard of sandwiches every evening.
You always get a good welcome on arrival, and always feel very welcome by staff who answer any questions or guide you to someone who can.
My brother has been in Riverview for about ten years. He was a very clever man he passed his eleven plus at ten and a half went to grammar school and on to Oxford University and got his BA in English. He has 40 years plus in Reading and when he got ill, it was a shock hence River View. I must say I live in North Wales so not always possible to get down to see him but I have peace of mind he's looked after very well. We have video calls and I can see he's kept nice and clean and if any problems someone is on the phone. The staff are really good nothing is too much. A big thank you to everyone who cares for my brother. Many thanks to you all.
Thank you for taking the time to complete a review. Your brother is part of the River View team here now as he's lived here for 10 years. He is loved and well looked after and thought very highly of. He is quite happy joining in with our activities and a winner at bingo quite often! He also enjoys your virtual visits very much.
River View is a wonderful facility, all of the residents are happy and the atmosphere is so friendly. There are lovely facilities and it is very comfortable indeed. I had a wonderful time on my visit.
Thank you for your lovely review. We are so happy that you felt a positive atmosphere and saw friendly faces. We welcome you to visit any time.
Residents appeared cared for and staff knew each so well it was lovely to see the interaction between staff and residents
Staff worked well with us made us feel so welcome no complaining despite it being a long taskWhat an amazing home ! Well done .and Thank you
Thank you for taking the time to write a review and for supporting our home. Enjoy your next visit.
She is well cared for, clean and generally very happy here. Her ability to communicate is very difficult, but she enjoys the company of all who care for her.
Thank you for taking the time to complete a review. We value all feedback and we are so happy you can see she is happy and well cared for. Enjoy your next visit.
Yes very good since my adopted mother has been at the home. Riverview Care Home has done everything it can to make her days at the home great and full of fun, using her brain and being active in one room. The staff have been great and consistent with good care.
Staff well presented. Excellent care is given to patients. Feel sorry for the workload and conditions they have to work in.
Well looked after very happy here.
I would like to say my friend was well looked after at all times. The staff are excellent, also the cleaners do a really good job. Staff were always helpful when questions were asked, nice and clean to a high standard.
Thank you for your kind words and acknowledgment of your loved one's care. We strive to be the best in what we offer and continually update our home. Thank you for your support.
My deepest thanks to all.
We thank you for your kind words and support. Best wishes to you and your family.
Each time I have visited I have always found all the staff very helpful and cooperative. My brother always seems happy and content which tells me all is well with him and River View. I cannot answer the 'Value for Money' question as I do not have any dealings with the financial arrangements. Covid has obviously given the staff extra work but as a visitor, I would say they have maintained safety and carried out testing very efficiently and professionally.
Thank you for your kind words and support. Of course, Covid has created a lot more work for everyone but we are happy that you can see the lengths that the team are following. We look forward to welcoming you again.
Excellent care staff - my sister is happier than I have seen her for some time (she had been transferred from another home).
It has been a pleasure to welcome your sister to our home. We thank you for your kind words and support.
The home is clean and bright, the rooms are very comfortable and the lounge is cosy with plenty of armchairs and coffee tables. Staff are attentive and food and drink is always available. However, it is not always easy to find a staff member to discuss problems and we have trouble with laundry and clothes are missing.
Thank you for bringing this to our attention which will be addressed. The Home Manager has an open door policy and always welcomes visits. Why not book in for a review for your next visit. We thank you for your continued support.
My dad was admitted here from the hospital as he was neglecting himself and his family were finding it difficult to keep safe due to his confusion. He went from a person who was able to move around, make a cup of tea and dress himself to being bedbound within six weeks of admission!
Thank you for your feedback and we are really sorry that your father's medical condition continued to deteriorate during his stay. We strive to continue to improve our standards. Thank you for your support during this difficult time.
I have lived here for 3 years and I feel content and cared for. The home has a human feeling which seems to suit my temperament. Outstandingly friendly and attentive staff, as human as I am. My wife was well cared for in her last illness.
My mum is relaxed and happy since moving into this care home. Most of the staff I have come across seem to know her by name, which is a positive sign of the care provided. I have also arranged some video calls, which were well organised. The care home is very clean and well maintained. My mum looks well.
I have always found River View to be a very caring centre. Staff and carers have always been very good with my brother and show sincerity and concern. He has been at River View for almost 4 years and there has been no cause for concern on any occasion. I would have no hesitation in recommending River View to friends and family.
Very good. Mum is settled and enjoys herself with the different carers, residents and activities. All staff lovely, caring and professional. Very clean and tidy.
My father has been a resident at River View since September 2020. He is being well looked after. He always looks clean and well dressed and is happy. He gets involved with the cooking (he has recently made some Valentine's biscuits), and he enjoys drawing and colouring-in pictures. All the staff, I think, are highly professional, gentle and kind, and they are always cheerful.
Regulatory Rating
Care Quality Commission (CQC) Rating
Date: 30 January 2026Requires improvement
- CaringRequires improvement
- EffectiveGood
- ResponsiveGood
- SafeRequires improvement
- 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
Please contact us for latest vacancies.
News (3) & Events (0)
- 16 Mar 2026
We had the most wonderful Valentine’s Day celebration, proving that you’re never too old for a bit of romance! The highlight of our day was hosting a private 3-course Valentine’s...
- 16 Mar 2026
There wasn't a dry eye in the house today as our lovely resident Micky took to the keys! As a former piano teacher, Micky has spent her life sharing the...
- 27 Aug 2025
What an amazing day we had at Open and Cultural Day 2025! The celebration was filled with joy, laughter, and togetherness — from live singing, henna and nail art, and...
There are no upcoming events for The Devonshire.
Awards / Recognitions (3)
- 28 Feb 2019Recipient: Maria Mallaband Care Group Ltd
- 01 Apr 2017Recipient: Maria Mallaband Care Group Ltd
- 15 Feb 2016Recipient: Maria Mallaband Care Group Ltd
Accreditations
There are no accreditations posted yet for The Devonshire.
Meet the Team (9)

Lizzy is the Home Manager at The Devonshire and has a wealth of experience in the social care sector.
She can often be seen walking the floor, motivating the team and greeting residents with her wonderful smile.

Ancy first qualified as a nurse in India in 2005. She was top of her class and the second-best student to qualify. She was then able to continue her studies in Sweden on an exchange. She has studied oncology and palliative care and was also a cancer nurse. She originally wanted to be a doctor, however, she has been working in dementia care since 2010 and loves looking after people.
Ancy was promoted to Deputy Manager 2022 from Clinical Lead.
Ancy is a mum of 2 and enjoys family time.

He describes himself as an approachable and friendly person with a passion for customer care.
James enjoys watching football and Formula 1 racing in his spare time, but will soon become a Dad for the first time so is prepared for the change!

Peter is one of the Business Administrators at The Devonshire.

Anita is one of the Business Administrators at The Devonshire.

Nursing is Barbara's passion, but loves to exercise and is an active member of her church.
Barbara is looks forward to travelling again, as her family are all over the world.

Sunita's children have always known their mother as a nurse and appreciate quality time with her due to her working hours.

Kukku qualified as a nurse in 2013 in India. she left her country and joined River View in 2020. She has studied English proficiency since arriving in the UK. Kukku has continued with her studies taking a Continuing Practitioner Course and will continue her studies thereafter. Kukku is passionate about working with the ill and elderly and always new she wanted to be a nurse. She joined River View as she felt the position was a great opportunity and the company offered her extra support with continuing with her studies.

She is a Reading lady through and through with all of her family, and many grandchildren, close to her.
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