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Overlooking the seaside town of Exmouth, the home is an ideal location for rest and recuperation, welcoming many specialist nursing needs as well as long-term personal care.
The team are highly-trained and committed to a philosophy that prioritises the privacy and dignity of each individual.
Care Provided by Knappe Cross Care Centre
Primary Care Categories
- Older Person Care
- Dementia
Length of Stay
- Permanent Care
- Respite Care
Care Types Provided
- Residential Care
- Nursing Care
- Dementia Residential Care
- Dementia Nursing Care
- For a maximum of 42 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
- 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
- Wheelchair Access
- Gardens
- Phone Point in own room
- Television point in own room
- Residents Internet Access
Funding & Fees
Weekly Charges per Person
Prices are a guide and actual prices are established based on assessment of needs and the room occupied.
The price(s) shown are provided by the care home. Contact Knappe Cross Care Centre for full pricing details and T&Cs.
Contact Knappe Cross Care Centre 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
- Halcyon Care Group
- Private Owned
Person in charge
- Vincent Vhinyu(Manager)
Local Authority / Social Services
Admission Information
- Ages 50+
Care Home Design/Build
- Purpose Built: No
- Last Refurbishment: 1995
- Number of floors: 2
Room Information
- Single Rooms (34)
- Couples/Companion Rooms (4)
Visiting
- Visitors are welcome at any reasonable time. The home encourages family and friends to visit as part of supporting residents' wellbeing. Visitors may be subject to routine health and safety protocols as appropriate.
Parking
- There is available parking on site
Knappe Cross Care Centre Reviews (51)
Knappe Cross Care Centre has a Review Score of 8.1 (8.101) out of 10, based on 5 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Knappe Cross Care Centre has 51 reviews.
Having been a resident here for the past 7 months. I am completely satisfied with the management and staff. They were all very accomodating and friendly.
Very kind words, thank you, we are pleased our care is excellent.
Thankfully we removed my father after two days and he is now settled in a comfortable, caring home. Do not use this home.
I understand your frustration with the manager of the home, however, your review does not accurately describe the home or its services to residents and families as if you recall you have never set foot in the home. I am therefore...
Food is very good.
I have enjoyed my stay here. The staff are helpful and friendly. I enjoyed the food. The tea wasn't so good invariably the tea was cold, but bearable. Satisfied with the rooms (cosy). Everyone in the home was very friendly. I enjoyed playing guitar for the residents.
I have been pleasantly surprised at the quality of this care home. The friendly staff, excellent food and the clean and comfortable surroundings. I find the noise at night with various TV's on different stations and volume, loud.
I feel at home here.
My auntie has enjoyed excellent care. She is extremely well cared for, is very comfortable and relaxed in her surroundings. The staff are attentive, supportive and give her companionship when required. This is a very caring facility.
Thank you for your wonderful words about Knappe Cross.
The staff are polite and always have a ready smile for the patients and visitors alike. They quickly get on with their never-ending duties treating everyone with respect. I would recommend this nursing home to everyone as the setting is beautiful inside and out. The office staff are particularly helpful with any queries or worries.
Mum is very happy, we feel she is well looked after. Meals excellent. Staff always pleasant, always someone around if we have any questions need answering.
Thank you kindly for all your support and consideration.
My Mother in Law seems much happier since she has been here. She has put on weight, which is amazing as she was thin when she got there.
Always unrestricted access. Also applies to Management.
My mother has been in Knappe Cross for approximately 18 months. She has come on leaps and bounds. The management and staff are excellent. They take the time to assist my Mum with all her needs. The home is very clean at all times. It is a credit to the Manager and staff. Thanks.
My father particularly likes and enjoys the 'live music' performers.
Staff attentive and always cheerful. We, as visitors, were always welcomed and offered a drink.
I was kept updated at all times on Mum's condition. She was always made comfortable over her last few weeks. The reception and treatment we received on her passing was caring and helpful. We felt Mum was almost in a private hotel.
My mother has been at Knappe Cross for over a year, she has always been treated with great care and kindness. The home is undergoing an update as some of the fixtures and decoration are a little tired - but the care given by staff has never been less than excellent. We call 2 or 3 times a week at different times of day to see mum - we have always been more than happy.
The manager will always make sure a patient is well when he or she have health problems. He always puts me at ease as I have had serious leg problems and he, along with the help of the carers, nurses as well have made my legs better now I'm having to get my mind better. The manager is a very special man, he will tackle any problems. He is brilliant, he is one of the best.
My father came into Knappe Cross after spending 12 weeks in hospital. He was very withdrawn, confused and had lost a lot of weight. Since being here he gained weight and has become the happy and sociable person he used to be. I have no doubt that we chose the right home for our father and would recommend it to other family and friends.
My wife was here for two years and I have no complaints about care and service. I would recommend the home to anyone.
I am more than happy with my care at Knappe Cross Care Centre. Both with the care and the food.
I enjoyed being here, they think of everything it's excellent in every way.
Regulatory Rating
Care Quality Commission (CQC) Rating
Date: 24 April 2025Good
- 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
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Meet the Team (1)

Vincent Vinhyu is the dedicated Registered Nurse, Care Home Manager at Knappe Cross Care Centre, bringing with him a strong background in healthcare and a passion for delivering compassionate, person-centred care. With extensive experience in the social care sector, Vincent leads the team at Knappe Cross with a clear focus on quality, dignity, and continuous improvement.
Throughout his career, Vincent has built a reputation for strong leadership, clinical insight, and a deep commitment to resident well-being. His hands-on experience across various care settings has given him a well-rounded understanding of the complex needs of older adults, including those living with dementia and other long-term health conditions.
Vincent is a firm believer in leading by example. He works closely with his staff, empowering them through mentorship, clear communication, and ongoing training to ensure that each resident receives the highest standard of care. Under his leadership, the home fosters a supportive and inclusive environment where both residents and staff feel valued and respected.
As Care Home Manager, Vincent is responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operations of Knappe Cross, ensuring regulatory compliance, and upholding a culture of continuous improvement. His strategic approach, combined with a genuine care for people, allows him to maintain high standards across every aspect of the home.
Vincent’s leadership has made a positive impact on the lives of residents, their families, and his team. His dedication to promoting independence, dignity, and quality of life reflects the values at the heart of Knappe Cross Care Centre.
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