





The Yelverton Residential Home is a charming and spacious home-from-home set within the scenic surroundings of Dartmoor. Some rooms enjoy picturesque views across the moor and Yelverton village, with the beautiful setting enhancing the calm and warm, relaxing atmosphere throughout the home. Ideally situated close to local amenities including The Rock Inn, village shop, café and local bus routes, the home offers both peaceful surroundings and everyday convenience.
The home consists...
Care Provided by The Yelverton Residential 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
- Dementia Residential Care
- For a maximum of 28 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
Other Care Provided
- Palliative / End of Life Care
- Day Care
Facilities
- Own Furniture if required
- Pet Friendly (or by arrangement)
- Smoking not permitted
- Close to Local shops
- Near Public 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
Room fee is based on Room size and facilities. Sundry Items would be extra eg Newspapers, Chiropody, Hairdressing etc..
The price(s) shown are provided by the care home. Contact The Yelverton Residential Home for full pricing details and T&Cs.
Contact The Yelverton Residential 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)
Good to Know
Group / Owner
- Yelverton Care LLP
- Private Owned
Person in charge
- Peter Gaffney(Owner)
Local Authority / Social Services
Admission Information
- Ages 65+
Care Home Design/Build
- Purpose Built: No
Room Information
- Single Rooms (28)
- Single Rooms with ensuite Wet Room (3)
The Yelverton Residential Home Reviews (17)
The Yelverton Residential Home has a Review Score of 9.5 (9.530) out of 10, based on 8 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time The Yelverton Residential Home has 17 reviews.
From the moment my sisters and I visited the home we knew this was the perfect place. We wanted the best home, staff and room and we felt we hit the jackpot with all three at The Yelverton.
Mum had the absolute best care, dignity and compassion at the forefront of care, her room immaculately clean, food home cooked and nourishing. And now let me mention the staff, I honestly don't think there are enough words to describe the staff, my Mum and us instantly felt like family, nothing was too much trouble, any additional needs accommodated.
On Mums last days we felt we were cared for as Mum was, surrounded by people who generally cared. Our heartfelt thanks to everyone at The Yelverton, you truly are outstanding.
Thank you for your kind and positive feedback. We are very sorry for your loss and are grateful that you took the time to share your experience.
Our team works hard to ensure all residents are cared for with dignity, compassion, and respect, and they will be truly pleased to hear your comments....
A wonderful home with care at the center.
Thankyou for you feedback. Our team will be pleased! They do a fantastic job.
My mother spent four years at the Yelverton Residential Home and was very well looked after. She settled in quickly and often praised the level of care given to her saying that nothing was too much trouble for the staff. In the last few days before my mother died in her room at the home it was a huge comfort to me to know that she was being so well cared for, and I had confidence that my mother would be looked after in the best possible way. I am very grateful to all who were working there at the time and I have recommended the home to several people.
Thankyou for review. We are pleased with the positive feedback.
She loves the entertainment she says she has a good laugh..
Also she enjoys the food ..
In Mums words she says " It's like staying in a hotel "
Got to say it's a relief to know I can leave her and she is happy..
Thanks to all
Thank you for your review. We're delighted to hear that Mum has enjoyed her stays with us. Our team will be very pleased to receive such positive feedback.
Most impressed with friendliness of staff. Delicious afternoon tea cake. Fabulous activities organiser, exemplary and full of ideas.
Thankyou for your review. Our staff always do their best to create a warm, welcoming atmosphere within the home.
My mother has been here for just over 12 months and she is very happy. The standard of care given is very high. Each time I visit the same staff are on duty which is paramount in continuity of care. The food is of a high standard and the fact my mother has a small appetite is always observed and she enjoys her meals. The standard of cleanliness is top class (her room is always spotless) as is that of the laundry. None of my mother's clothing has been lost or misplaced. I looked after my mother full-time before she went into care and I have total peace of mind of the care she receives at The Yelverton which is a great comfort to my mum and myself.
Thank you for the positive feedback. Our team will appreciate your comments - they do a great job.. We are really pleased that Mum is happy at our Home.
During Mum's stay (which was sadly all too short) I found the care to be excellent. The staff were always friendly and extremely caring. I would have absolutely no hesitation in recommending Yelverton Care Home to anyone.
Thank you for your feedback. Our team will be pleased.
Excellent care, extremely professional staff, very caring and my aunt felt it was her home. All staff and managers very compassionate to our family when my aunt passed away, all facilities within the home were and still are fantastic.
Thank you for your review. Our team will be really pleased with the feedback. It was a pleasure looking after your Aunt.
If I found myself in a similar position again, The Yelverton Residential Home would be my only choice. Thank you to you all for a pleasant stay.
Thank you for your positive feedback. We are pleased that you enjoyed your stay with us.
My mother stayed at The Yelverton for ten days respite whilst we were on holiday. She was made to feel very welcome and was looked after in every way possible, the staff were very kind and attentive and the food was amazing. I am sure she will go back again without any hesitation when we are on holiday in the future.
Thank you for your feedback. We are happy that your mum enjoyed her stay with us.
Activities are arranged for residents, and they interact with each other regularly in the communal lounge and dining area.
All staff are very welcoming to both residents and visitors.
Management were excellent in making arrangements for my arrival and getting the local health team on board very quickly. The result was that I made significant progress health-wise, despite having complex and multiple needs in the two months I was there. I was in a lovely room, which had a wonderful view of the green, and plenty of light. The staff were very kind and caring to me and very welcoming to my family and friends. I could see the menu was varied and interesting, but since my operation, my taste buds had almost disappeared, but the staff did all possible to help enhance flavours for me, which I very much appreciated. I enjoyed going downstairs for lunch when I was up to it, and sitting outside in the garden. In particular, I enjoyed the buffet coronation celebration and the bbq which my granddaughter also attended. Overall I am very grateful for the excellent care I received, and would not hesitate to recommend the Yelverton Residential Home to anyone.
Thank you for your feedback. We are pleased that you had a good stay with us and it was great to see you recover your strength during this time to get home.
Our aunt is really happy at The Yelverton Residential Home. It suits her well and the staff understand her needs and work with her. They are always friendly and helpful. The communication from management, staff and admin is excellent, keeping relatives up to date with all matters. Very pleased our aunt settled in well here straight away.
Thank you for your review. Our team work really hard for our residents to create a loving home and it's really nice to get positive feedback.
My dear aunt has been resident in The Yelverton Residential Home now for three and a half years and I bless the day we found such a caring environment for such a sweet lady. It was recommended to us by a former employee who praised the home highly and said he had been very happy to work there. My aunt is now very old by anyone's standards so needs very special attention and every time I visit she is beautifully cared for. I'm so, so pleased to have found a place where she can see out her days in peace and comfort.
Thank you for your feedback, it's much appreciated. Our team work hard to provide a caring home with a happy environment for our residents, their families and friends.
After my father's death in October 2022, my mother moved from their home into The Yelverton Residential Home at the age of 96. It was a huge move and a total change for her as my parents had lived independently in their bungalow up until this point. Consequently, I was both surprised and delighted that she settled in quickly and easily and soon began to enjoy many aspects of her new life. I believe that this was almost entirely down to the care and kindness shown to her by the staff, who were always prepared to go the extra mile to ensure that she was able to take part in the social life and activities within the home, in spite of the fact that she was registered blind and very deaf. She made friends among the residents and among the staff. Sadly, she suffered from a number of minor strokes which caused her to fall and she passed away at the end of April. She spent her last days being cared for in the home with respect and dignity. The kindness of the staff was extended to her family during this difficult time.
I finished my second respite stay yesterday. I had my right hip replaced last year and my left hip this month. I would recommend The Yelverton Residential Home highly. I did not use the activities.
Thank you for your review. It's nice to receive good feedback and we are very pleased that you had a pleasant stay during your recovery.
I can't praise enough the wonderful care and attention my mother received from all the staff during her time at the home. In fact, she blossomed during her stay and was always happy whenever the family visited her. All the staff work to the highest possible standard but still manage to make the home feel homely and welcoming. When Mum passed away in December, she was treated with the utmost respect. Thank you all so much.
Thank you for your review. Our staff really appreciate the positive feedback. They work really hard to provide a loving home for our residents.
Regulatory Rating
Care Quality Commission (CQC) Rating
Date: 17 April 2018Good
- CaringGood
- EffectiveGood
- ResponsiveGood
- SafeGood
- Well-ledGood
Inspection ratings
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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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Meet the Team (13)

Peter is one of the Partners. He opened the home with his brother Robert in 2017. Peter previously worked as a Paramedic for South Western Ambulance Service NHS Trust and had 14 years of service working in Bristol and Derriford stations. He has completed an NVQ 5 in Management and Leadership in Health and Social Care and was the manager at The Yelverton from 2019 until 2024, but now oversees the running of the Home. Peter is friendly and approachable to staff and residents. He enjoys spending time with our residents and will join them for activities within the Home.
Peter has been around care since a young age, as his parents ran another local Nursing Home for 35 years, so they have passed on a lot of experience to Peter and his brother, Robert, over the years.

I am the Registered Manager with over 17 years of experience in the care sector, beginning my career in mental health. i then went on to progress into domiciliary care, gaining extensive knowledge and hands-on experience in supporting people with a wide range of needs.
Having worked at The Yelverton for the last 18 months, we are committed to delivering the highest standard of person-centred care. Our approach focuses on supporting residents to remain as independent as possible, while providing the right level of care, encouragement and reassurance to enhance their quality of life.
i believe that every individual deserves dignity, respect and compassion. Our dedicated team works closely with residents and their families to ensure care is tailored to each person's needs, preferences and abilities. We aim to create a safe, supportive and welcoming environment where residents feel valued, listened to and truly at home. Outside of my work, I like to walk my dogs, keep fit and spend time with my family.

Dawn joined our team in Aug 2025 with 5 years of administration experience in the care sector.
Dawn is our first point of call for our Home, keeping everything running smoothly behind the scenes. She manages rotas, oversees accounts, and takes care of residents’ sundries, ensuring that both practical and day-to-day matters are handled efficiently. She is very much the go-to person for residents, staff, visitors, and families alike.
With her fun and happy personality, Dawn brings positive energy to the Home and gets along with everyone. Her approachable nature and willingness to help make her an invaluable part of our team.

Donna joined the team as a duty manager in March 2026.

Jo has over 10 years’ experience working in care services across Plymouth and Devon. Throughout her career, she has supported individuals with a wide range of needs, including those with complex care requirements, bringing both skill and compassion to her role.
Jo is a warm and positive character who enjoys bringing a sense of fun to the Home. She has a lovely way with residents and visitors alike, helping everyone feel welcome and at ease. During her shifts, she leads her team professionally and confidently, ensuring high standards of care are maintained at all times.

Jess is a bubbly, enthusiastic member of the team who never fails to brighten the day with her warm personality and infectious sense of humour. She consistently goes the extra mile to put a smile on our residents’ faces, and her caring nature makes her a truly valued part of our home.
Having been with us for over five years, Jess has become a trusted and dependable team member. She has completed her Care Certificate and NVQ Level 3 in Health and Social Care, is fully medication trained. Jess also serves as our current Creams Lead, ensuring best practices in skincare and comfort for our residents.

Nicola is a dedicated and compassionate Senior Healthcare Assistant at Yelverton Residential Home, playing a vital role in delivering high-quality, person-centred care to our residents. With over 20 years of experience in the healthcare sector, she brings a wealth of knowledge, professionalism, and warmth to her role.
Nicola is known for her empathetic nature and commitment to ensuring each resident receives the individual attention and support they deserve. In addition to her hands-on care responsibilities, Nicola has also completed her NVQ Level 3 in Health & Social Care and Level 5 in Leadership and Management, further enhancing her ability to lead by example and support her colleagues in delivering outstanding care.

Dennis has been a key member of our team since joining us in 2024. He is a Senior Health Care Assistant with three years’ experience working in care and will be completing his NVQ Level 3 in Health and Social Care this year, continuing to develop his knowledge and skills. Before moving into the care sector, Dennis spent many years working as a Development Planning Officer, bringing a wealth of experience and a fresh perspective to his role.
Dennis has a positive outlook and enjoys sharing a laugh with residents, helping to create a warm and friendly atmosphere within the Home. He is dedicated to his role and always strives to provide the very best care and support. Outside of work, Dennis enjoys spending time with his young family, who certainly keep him busy!

Rosa joined the team

Cia has been a valued member of our team since we first opened our doors in 2017. With both her NVQ Level 2 and Level 3 in Health and Social Care, she brings experience, dedication, and a deep understanding of person-centred care to her role. Her compassionate nature and commitment to supporting residents and colleagues alike make her an integral part of the home.

Marc has been a valued part of our team for nearly seven years and is our go-to Maintenance Officer. Known for his friendly nature and great sense of humour, Marc brings warmth and positivity to the home while ensuring everything runs smoothly behind the scenes.
From keeping the building in top condition to supporting residents with their personal projects, Marc is always willing to go the extra mile. He takes great pride in maintaining a safe, welcoming environment for everyone and plays a key role as our Health & Safety Champion, ensuring all standards are met with care and diligence.

Gail is our enthusiastic and dedicated Activities Coordinator, known for her friendly, caring, and compassionate approach. She brings genuine passion to her role, taking the time to get to know each resident and tailoring activities to suit their interests and needs.
Gail loves working closely with residents to create exciting, engaging monthly activity schedules that promote social interaction, creativity, and fun. She also organises regular trips and outings, giving residents the opportunity to enjoy time outside the home and stay connected with the wider community.

Debbie brings 12 years of experience in care and has been an integral part of The Yelverton Residential Home since 2019. She began her journey with us as a Health Care Assistant and, since last year, has taken on the role of Head Housekeeper.
Debbie ensures that the home is always clean, welcoming, and organised, taking particular pride in maintaining the laundry and keeping everything running smoothly. Her dedication and attention to detail mean that nothing is ever too much trouble.
Loved by residents, staff, and visitors alike, she has a natural warmth and care that shines through in everything Debbie does, helping to create a happy, comfortable environment for everyone at The Yelverton.
Frequently Asked Questions about The Yelverton Residential Home
What types of Care is The Yelverton Residential Home registered for?
Older Person Care, Dementia, Physical Disability, Visual / Hearing Impairment are the registered (by the Care Quality Commission) categories of Care.
How many Rooms does The Yelverton Residential Home have?
There are 28 Single Rooms.
What are the Facilities & Services at The Yelverton Residential Home?
Own Furniture if required, Pet Friendly (or by arrangement), Smoking not permitted, Close to Local shops, Near Public Transport, Lift, Stairlift, Wheelchair Access, Gardens, Phone Point in own room, Television point in own room, Residents Internet Access are some of the Facilities & Services.
How far is The Yelverton Residential Home to the centre of Yelverton?
0.1 mile(s) as the crow flies, distance by road may be significantly further.
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