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Ivydene is proud to have received another Good CQC rating (April 2023) – achieving “Good” in every area.
The team gives the home its warm, family feel, with many staff having been here for over 10 years.
Following Sanctuary Care’s Enriching Lives Framework, the team focuses on six senses that help people feel fulfilled: achievement, belonging, continuity, significance, purpose and security. They take time to learn each resident’s life story and celebrate...
Care Provided by Ivydene Residential and Nursing 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 57 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
Facilities
- Own Furniture if required
- Smoking not permitted
- Close to Local shops
- Near Public Transport
- Lift
- Wheelchair Access
- Gardens
- Phone Point in own room
- Television point in own room
Funding & Fees
Weekly Charges per Person
Our weekly fees are individual to each of our residents and are subject to a pre-admission assessment, which is required to understand the level of care and support needed. Our 2025 weekly care fees for residential care start from £1299 and for nursing care £1535, but may be in the region of 30% more*. This depends on your care needs and the type of bedroom that is right for you, from our standard rooms through to our premium bedroom options.
*If you require more specialist care such as 1-2-1 support, your weekly fee could be higher.
The price(s) shown are provided by the care home. Contact Ivydene Residential and Nursing Home for full pricing details and T&Cs.
Contact Ivydene Residential and Nursing 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 £267.68 per week and is usually paid directly to the care home.
Good to Know
Group / Owner
- Sanctuary Care Ltd
- Voluntary / Not for Profit Owned
Person in charge
- Gary Hood (Manager)
Local Authority / Social Services
Admission Information
- Ages 65+
Care Home Design/Build
- Purpose Built: No
Room Information
- Single Rooms (55)
- Couples/Companion Rooms (1)
- Single Rooms with ensuite Wet Room (1)
Ivydene Residential and Nursing Home Reviews (101)
Ivydene Residential and Nursing Home has a Review Score of 9.8 (9.819) out of 10, based on 19 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Ivydene Residential and Nursing Home has 101 reviews.
Great staff (two members of staff in particular) - very caring. Very clean and well organised.
Thank you for your review for Ivydene, the team will be delighted.
I was very impressed with the service and care provided to my good friend when I paid a visit last Saturday.
Thank you for your review for Ivydene - we look forward to welcoming you back on your next visit.
We looked at a lot of care homes and this one was the best by far. Mother was looked after very well and I was kept informed if she was at all unwell and they were extremely good at the end of her life. Very well done to you all.
Thank you for your review, especially written at such a difficult time, the team at Ivydene will be very proud to read your kind words.
My mum was a resident in the nursing section of Ivydene for a year, having suffered a major stroke. The management of the home is very good and all the carers are great. I would have no hesitation in recommending Ivydene.
Thank you so much for your kind words and recommendation! Our team at Ivydene Care Home really appreciate it.
In the last week, the attentiveness and compassion of all staff was exemplary - not only towards Dad but also towards us - nothing was too much trouble. Ivydene staff have, over the last two years, become a second family whose kindness we will never forget.
For the five days she was there, Mum was smart, well cared for and apparently content.
Staff were helpful and caring.
My wife was admitted to Ivydene Residential and Nursing Home on the 22nd of September. She has Alzheimer's (Lewy Body Dementia). All of the staff that I have met have been excellent. they are efficient, caring and attentive to their residents while maintaining a relaxed and welcoming atmosphere.
Our very good friend was transferred to Ivydene Residential and Nursing Home for palliative care. In the week she was there, she was looked after by very caring staff. Nursing staff were happy to explain everything about her care. The care team were happy to make sure her husband had a sandwich or cup of tea. Our friend was there and week and we (the friends/family) were looked after too.
Thank you so much for taking the time to leave a review. We are so pleased you were happy with the care your friend received. I'll be sure to pass on your feedback. Thank you again.
I dropped off a piece of furniture for the resident. Although I did not stay long, I thought that the staff were amazing. They were friendly and helpful, and all my queries were answered. Despite the building work, the home was clean, and the residents seemed happy. So far, the three-week experience has gone much better than expected, as the resident in question is very happy and settled in the new environment.
Thank you for your wonderful review; the team at Ivydene will be very proud to read your comments - they certainly are amazing.
Ivydene Residential and Nursing Home is an outstanding facility. All of the time my mother-in-law has been a resident and still continuing, they have treated her and our whole family with care, respect, dignity, love and professionalism. The management team are very knowledgeable, professional and caring which is reflected down into every member of staff at every level. I have already recommended Ivydene to friends and family and will always continue to do so. All of the care and love from the Ivydene family is very much appreciated and we are proud of the Ivydene care family.
The rooms are clean and homely. My mum tells me the meals are great with plenty of choice. Mum said there are lots of activities you can take part in or you can just relax in your room. Mum praised the young man who carried out the activities, saying he was great.
I also want to say a huge thank you to all the staff who are involved with my Mum's care. You do fantastic work. I am very grateful and appreciate the support you have given me.
After 1 month in hospital, where it was concluded that I was suffering from Polymyalgia Rheumatic (PMR). I was discharged on a course of steroids. As I'm single, elderly and love by myself, I then self-funded 1 month's worth of respite care in Ivydene Home. The management and secretarial staff were very helpful and efficient in booking me in with the formal arrangements for payment etc. The caring staff were very helpful and friendly in getting me settled into my room, which was adequately furnished with very comfortable armchair, bed, TV and my personal toilet. The food was good and variable and I was happy to take all my lunch and evening meals in the dining area. The staff soon remembered my name and made me feel part of the community, though I was obviously different from most of the long-term residents. I appreciated the frequent coffee and biscuits delivered, cheerily, to the room if desired. There was parking space for my car. Overall, friendly stay, which I hope has helped my convalescence! Good value I think! One criticism, It's difficult to phone directly to Ivydene, calls are diverted to Sanctuary HQ and non obvious options.
Thank you so much for taking the time to leave a review Robert. I'm so pleased you enjoyed your stay at Ivydene Residential and Nursing Home. I will pass your kind comments onto the team and have noted your feedback on the telephone system. Thanks again, Sophie
Our mum was in Ivydene Residential and Nursing Homefor three months and we just wish it could have been for longer.
We are very grateful to all the staff for making Mum's last few months so happy. We all felt so peaceful about Mum, knowing how kind and caring all the staff are, and how they always made time for Mum and for us, whatever they were in the middle of doing. Mum's key worker told us on the first evening that we could visit any time of the day or night, as this was now Mum's home.
Mum was encouraged to join in all the activities - of which there are many - and really enjoyed the socialising at meals and in the lounge. The food looked great too!
It made us so happy how genuinely caring all the staff are. We know that Mum loved you all too. We have no hesitation in recommending Ivydene.
Thank you for such a wonderful review for our home and team - it is so appreciated. We're so sorry to hear of the passing of your mum and I'm sure she will be so missed by our team too. Thank you for choosing Ivydene as home for your mum. Best wishes, Fae
My mother was in Ivydene for four months before she died. She settled in immediately and was very happy and content. There was a pleasant, welcoming atmosphere, and her bedroom was comfortable. She enjoyed being downstairs with other guests - and loved the food! The carers were very kind and patient and ensured that she was included in any activity that interested her. She was always neatly and nicely dressed, and the staff even took the time to treat her very dry skin on her hands and face. Mum's visitors were welcomed, too, and when she died, the staff were very thoughtful and supportive towards the family. Thank you.
My brother was in Ivydene Residential and Nursing Home for about two months and the care he received was absolutely amazing. Nothing was too much trouble and they did every care with a smile on their face. What I noticed was there were not just carers but nurses so they dealt with problems swiftly. It was a happy place, people singing and lots of talking to the residents, I actually miss not going there now. Not that I tried the food but it was meals cooked from scratch. Looked lovely.
Thank you so much for your kind words about our home and our team - it is so appreciated. Best wishes, Fae.
Thank you team.
All members of staff are excellent. Very helpful and caring.
I have put 'good' for the room s but this is before they have been decorated.
My father passed away on 25th November in Ivydene Residential and Nursing Home. I want to thank all the wonderful staff and management for the care, love and dignity they showed my Dad, and also to myself and my family. I stayed by my Dad's side for the four days leading to his passing, sleeping at his bedside. The staff showed me so much love, feeding me and making endless coffee! They looked after Dad, cleaning him, turning him with so much love. My special thanks go to the wonderful new management team, the nursing team especially the staff member who was with us when he passed, and the amazing caring team, night carers and to all the amazing background staff. You all made a sad and emotional time so much more bearable. I will miss seeing you all.
Lovely family feel to the home. Activities are very suitable, e.g. pickles and gingerbread men decorating. Mum can watch if not taking part. Outside garden/conservatory/walks much appreciated.
Regulatory Rating
Care Quality Commission (CQC) Rating
Date: 20 April 2023Good
- CaringGood
- EffectiveGood
- ResponsiveGood
- SafeGood
- 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 Feb 2026
The team and residents at Sanctuary Care’s Ivydene Residential and Nursing Home in Ivybridge are celebrating after proudly achieving Veteran Friendly Framework (VFF) status. This prestigious accreditation recognises the not-for-profit...
- 15 Nov 2024
A talented chef from our care home in Ivybridge, Devon has cooked his way to victory in Sanctuary Care’s annual ‘MasterChef’ competition. Joe Fower, Assistant Chef at Ivydene Residential and...
- 16 Oct 2024
When Nicky arrived at Ivydene, she was seriously ill and had lost a huge amount of weight. She never imagined she would recover, let alone live to experience the new...
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Awards / Recognitions (10)
- 30 Jan 2026Recipient: Sanctuary Care Ltd
- 31 Jan 2025Recipient: Sanctuary Care Ltd
- 31 Jan 2024Recipient: Sanctuary Care Ltd
Accreditations
There are no accreditations posted yet for Ivydene Residential and Nursing Home.
Meet the Team (3)

Jake has been with us for over two years and absolutely loves spending time with our residents, enriching their lives with engaging activities.

“The staff here are absolutely fantastic, I could sing their praises all day!
"It's nice to be able to be around the residents at Ivydene. It’s like I’ve got 55 nans and grandads! It gives me a warm, fuzzy feeling.”

I have been a Registered Manager for the last 9 years in Dementia Care, Diagnostic imaging (PET-CT), and Nursing Complex Care, as well as a short period recently as an Operations Manager for a small care group. In my spare time, I volunteer as a Community First Responder for at least 12 hours a week to respond on behalf of the Southwest Ambulance Service Trust. I live in Mary Tavy with my partner Claire, and we have roughly 30 animals, so "spare time" isn't really a thing.
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