Douglas House

Douglas Avenue, Brixham TQ5 9EL
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  • Douglas House, Brixham
Douglas House – Part of Valorum Care Group

Situated in the charming fishing town of Brixham on the beautiful South Devon coast, Douglas House is a purpose-built, two-storey care home that accommodates up to 30 adults with physical disabilities and complex needs. Just a short walk from the home, residents can enjoy a range of local amenities including independent shops, cafes, pubs, and leisure facilities, supporting community inclusion and daily choice.

Douglas House is committed to delivering high-quality, person-centred nursing and care. Regulated by the Care Quality Commission, the dedicated and experienced team ensures that every individual’s needs are understood and met with the utmost privacy, dignity, and respect. The team works closely with each resident to tailor support that aligns with their goals, preferences, and daily routines.

Residents at Douglas House lead active, fulfilling lives, with a strong focus on promoting independence, health, wellbeing, and skills development. The home offers an extensive programme of activities that caters to a wide range of interests – from creative arts and crafts to social events, leisure outings, and exercise sessions. Alongside the professional staff, committed volunteers enhance the life of the home by supporting both individual and group activities, ensuring everyone has opportunities to engage, connect, and thrive.

Douglas House empowers residents to get the most out of life, supporting individuals to maintain meaningful relationships with family and friends and build the confidence and skills needed to move on to more independent living if they choose to do so.

As part of Valorum Care Group, Douglas House is dedicated to enabling adults with disabilities to live with dignity, purpose, and choice within a safe, supportive, and nurturing environment.

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Care Provided

Primary Care Categories

  • Dementia
  • Physical Disability
  • Younger Adults

Length of Stay

  • Permanent Care
  • Respite Care

Care Types Provided

  • Residential Care
  • Nursing Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Dementia Nursing Care
  • For a maximum of 30 Service Users

Dementia Care Types

  • Mild Dementia
  • Moderate Dementia
  • Advanced/Complex Dementia

Other Care Provided

  • Palliative / End of Life Care
  • Day Care
  • Convalescent Care
  • Acquired Brain Injury (ABI)
  • Bariatric Care/Obesity
  • Parkinson's Disease
  • Stroke

Facilities

  • Own Furniture if required
  • Pet Friendly (or by arrangement)
  • 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

Funding Types Accepted

  • Self Funding (Private)
  • Local Authority with Top Up
  • Local Authority
  • NHS Continuing Healthcare (CHC)

Good to Know

Person in charge

  • Roxy Black (Manager)

Local Authority / Social Services

Admission Criteria

  • Ages 18+

Care Home Design/Build

  • Purpose Built: Yes
  • Last Refurbishment: 1997

Room Information

  • Single Rooms (30)
  • Single Rooms with ensuite Wet Room (10)

Douglas House Reviews (1)

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Review from Jill B (Sister of Resident) published on 9 January 2018
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I visited my sister after she moved here a few weeks ago. This place is as much as home from home as you will find. I love that the staff do not wear a uniform which makes for an informal environment. My sister has a lovely, homely room with all her furniture and personal things that make it her home.
The staff were at hand without being intrusive and talked like a friend rather than a carer, absolutely wonderfully caring and genuine people who love their job. I was made to feel I was entering my sisters home and not a institution. Well done to this amazing team and thank you for being a friend to my sister.

Reply from Liam Dunn, Referrals Officer at Douglas House

Dear Jill,


Thank you very much for the kind words about Douglas House and for taking the time to let us know your thoughts. Our dedicated and professional staff team work very hard to achieve the level of care you have so graciously commended and we have forwarded your compliments to them.


Kindest regards,
Liam Dunn
Leonard Cheshire Disability
Referrals Team

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Regulatory Rating

Care Quality Commission (CQC) Rating

Date: 18 Feb 2025

Overall
Requires improvement

  • Caring

    Good

  • Effective

    Good

  • Responsive

    Good

  • Safe

    Requires improvement

  • Well-led

    Requires improvement

Care Quality Commission is responsible for the registration and inspection of social care services in England.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Douglas House

What types of Care is Douglas House registered for?

Dementia, Physical Disability & Younger Adults are the registered (by the Care Quality Commission) categories of Care.

How many Rooms does Douglas House have?

There are 30 Single Rooms.

What are the Facilities & Services at Douglas House?

Own Furniture if required, Pet Friendly (or by arrangement), Near Public Transport, Minibus or other transport, Lift, 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 Douglas House to the centre of Brixham?

0.5 mile(s) as the crow flies, distance by road may be significantly further.

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