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Calway House

Calway Road, Taunton, Somerset TA1 3EQ
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Calway House, Taunton

Calway House has a strong community reputation for residential care and, since opening, has been rebuilt as a larger, modern home in order to support more people.

Care workers support an active lifestyle and clients are welcome to personalise their surroundings. Residential rooms are arranged in groups of 15, with each group having access to its own living and dining areas.

Staff keep up-to-date with each individual's care needs and are trained...  

Care Provided by Calway House

Primary Care Categories

  • Older Person Care
  • Dementia
  • Learning Disability / Autism
  • Mental Health Condition
  • Physical Disability
  • Visual / Hearing Impairment
  • Eating Disorders

Length of Stay

  • Permanent Care
  • Respite Care

Care Types Provided

  • Residential Care
  • Nursing Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Dementia Nursing Care
  • For a maximum of 92 Service Users

Dementia Care Types

  • Mild Dementia
  • Moderate Dementia

Other Care Provided

  • Parkinson's Disease
  • Stroke
  • Palliative / End of Life Care
  • COPD/Pulmonary Disease
  • Bariatric Care/Obesity
  • Convalescent Care
  • Day Care

Facilities

  • Own Furniture if required
  • Pet Friendly (or by arrangement)
  • Near Public Transport
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair Access
  • Gardens
  • Residents Kitchenette
  • Phone Point in own room
  • Television point in own room
  • Residents Internet Access

Funding & Fees

Weekly Charges per Person

Type of carePermanentRespite
Residential CareFrom £1,680From £1,680
Residential Dementia CareFrom £1,680From £1,680
Nursing CareFrom £1,680From £1,680
Nursing Dementia CareFrom £1,680From £1,680

Calway House fees start from £1,680 per week, adjusted to individual care requirements.

Contact Calway House 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

Person in charge

  • Sue Harvey(Business Manager)

Local Authority / Social Services

Admission Information

  • Ages 65+

Care Home Design/Build

  • Purpose Built: Yes
  • Year Purpose Built: -1

Room Information

  • Single Rooms (92)
  • Single Rooms with ensuite Wet Room (92)

Calway House Reviews (104)

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9.8

Calway House has a Review Score of 9.8 (9.810) out of 10, based on 21 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time Calway House has 104 reviews.

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Review from I H (Son of Resident) published on 7 June 2022 Submitted via Postal Card
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My mother has stayed at several homes over the years as her dementia progressed and Calway House Care Home has without a doubt been the best. It has been a great comfort to know that she was in such good care. I also appreciated the phone calls from Calway House to inform me of any change in her condition or medical treatments. My brother and I are extremely grateful for the love and care extended to my mother.

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Review from Rachel N (Sister-in-law of Resident) published on 6 April 2022 Submitted via Postal Card
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My brother-in-law first came to Calway House Care Home spending a day a week in the day centre, which he really enjoyed and gave my sister a break. He then had weekly respite and finally became a permanent resident. It was distressing to see such a clever man's deterioration but he was always treated with respect and care. He felt secure and was well looked after. The management staff went out of their way to help us. They were so sensitive and never made us feel that we were a trouble. Thank you everyone - we will miss you.

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Review from Erica H (Wife of Resident) published on 31 March 2022 Submitted via Postal Card
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The care my husband received was outstanding - both in the day centre and recently as a resident.

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Review from K R (Son of Resident) published on 4 March 2022 Submitted via Postal Card
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Good standard of care and respect shown. Helpful attitude of all staff.

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Review from Josie C (Daughter of Resident) published on 16 February 2022 Submitted via Postal Card
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I have not had a moment's worry since Dad has been in Calway House Care Home (two years ago). He is looked after with genuine love and deep care. His needs are carefully considered and every effort is made to meet them. The food is consistently very good indeed and he says it is 'just like home''. (Mum was an excellent cook!). The nursing side is monitored and I am always confident that Dad has the best of medical care. Attention to detail in all the important areas is well attended to.

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Review from Erin F (Daughter of Resident) published on 14 February 2022 Submitted via Website
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My father went to Calway House in April 2021 suffering from severe dementia. Throughout his stay there the staff have been exceptional. The level of care provided to their residents is outstanding. Every time I visited, the residents were enjoying time in the communal areas along with the staff, rather than being stuck in their rooms. Sadly my father passed away a few weeks ago. The way the staff handled this was with the utmost dignity and respect. I will forever be grateful to them for the care and kindness they showed him during his final months, weeks, days, and hours. Knowing he was being so well looked after was a great comfort during an extremely difficult time. I cannot recommend this care home enough.

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Review from Kathryn E (Wife of Resident) published on 14 February 2022 Submitted via Postal Card
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I did not want my husband to go into a care home but eventually, he was not safe at home. I cannot praise the staff and managers of Calway House Care Home enough.
At all times we were both treated with care, love, understanding and respect during difficult times including Covid.

If I have to go into care I hope it is somewhere like Calway.

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Review from Meryken T (Daughter of Resident) published on 17 January 2022 Submitted via Website
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My mum has been at Calway House Care Home for a few months now and is incredibly settled and content. The rooms are warm and homely, the staff are wonderful and she absolutely loves the food. We couldn't be happier and have felt incredibly well supported in a difficult time. Thank you!

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Review from A H (Respite Resident) published on 12 January 2022 Submitted via Postal Card
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Wonderful place to come for care, building itself and good particular. Would recommend it to anyone to be able to look after themselves.

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Review from Nick H (Son of Resident) published on 17 December 2021 Submitted via Postal Card
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We moved our mother to Calway House Care Home back in October. She has settled in remarkably well due, in no small part, to the professional care and attention of the amazing staff. All the anxiety that she experienced at her previous care home has simply not reoccured at Calway House.

A warm, caring and clean environment.

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Review from R F (Resident / Service User) published on 2 December 2021 Submitted via Postal Card
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Very clean, very friendly and all the staff are wonderful.

Made to feel at home in pleasant surroundings.

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Review from Heather L (Private Carer of Resident) published on 23 August 2021 Submitted via Postal Card
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After visiting a few care/nursing homes I can honestly hand on heart say this is the best.

The cleanliness is outstanding. It's like a five-star hotel. Modern lounge, spacious rooms. Great helpful and friendly staff. Always smiling. The best.

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Review from Gloria W (Niece of Resident) published on 5 July 2021 Submitted via Postal Card
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I thought my first visit after a long spell away (because of the virus) would be uncomfortable but not so. I was greeted with a big smile and happy chatter by everyone. Thanks.

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Review from U C (Mother of Resident) published on 28 June 2021 Submitted via Postal Card
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This is a lovely place. The staff are friendly and helpful and most importantly my daughter is happy here.

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Review from Larry F (Husband of Resident) published on 7 June 2021 Submitted via Postal Card
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My wife came into Calway House on the 24 March, I first visited her on the 26 March, where I was instantly struck how well she responded to the staff and they to her. The whole of the time she was here, the staff gave out an amazing amount of empathy and care. It seemed to me, their professionalism was tempered by humanity, caring and respect. For all of this, I will be extremely grateful.

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Review from Edward C (Resident / Service User) published on 13 May 2021 Submitted via Postal Card
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I am pleased to be here and receiving the support I need. The staff are friendly and kind.

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Review from Laurence F (Husband of Resident) published on 6 May 2021 Submitted via Postal Card
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My wife was admitted into Calway House on the 24th of March for approx 4-weeks. I was impressed with many aspects of Calway from the quality of the room to the sensitive way and the professional manner the staff responded to me, but especially my wife.

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Review from T S (Daughter of Resident) published on 28 April 2021 Submitted via Postal Card
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The home has been refurbished and is clean, modern and attractive. On the whole, the staff are very polite, considerate and helpful. The food is good quality and appealing and includes occasional complimentary wine. Visiting, technology and maintenance are well-managed and efficient. It seems a little understaffed, and there don't appear to be activities going on, although this may be because it is a nursing wing and group activities are hard to establish. More personal entertainment would be good as my mum hasn't been engaged in any activities.

Reply from Somerset Care, Somerset Care at Calway House

Thank you for taking the time to leave feedback for Calway House. We are pleased to hear your positive comments about the home and its facilities. All of our residents, including those receiving specialist nursing care, are invited to take part in a range of daily activities, however we fully...  

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Review from S H (Sister of Resident) published on 6 April 2021 Submitted via Postal Card
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Really nice atmosphere.

Very friendly and helpful staff.

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Review from N H (Daughter-in-law of Resident) published on 7 December 2020 Submitted via Postal Card
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We were very happy with the care that our relative received especially towards the end of life. She was well cared for and loved by the whole team.

We were very grateful for the extra mile the team went over the last few months during the lockdown. They did their best to give us access via Skype and garden visits when allowed. This must be a very difficult time for them. Thank you.

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Regulatory Rating

Care Quality Commission (CQC) Rating

Date: 04 March 2025
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Good
  • CaringGood
  • EffectiveGood
  • ResponsiveRequires improvement
  • SafeGood
  • Well-ledGood
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Awards / Recognitions (3)

  • 30 Jan 2026Recipient: Somerset Care
  • 31 Jan 2024Recipient: Somerset Care
  • 15 Feb 2016Recipient: Somerset Care

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Meet the Team (1)

Sue Harvey
Sue HarveyJob Title:Registered Manager

I like to think of Calway House as being like a little village community. Every resident is a valued member of our community and every resident milestone is a collective cause for celebration. Whether it’s a 99th birthday, Mother’s Day or Christmas, we mark every special occasion together.

I absolutely love working in care – and I’ve often said that I will never retire from this job, I will just move in to Calway House as a resident!

This role has given me the opportunity to make a real difference – I can ensure that all of our residents have a brilliant quality of life, and support and motivate the staff to create a really happy home for those in our care. Old certainly doesn’t mean past it, and pandemic or no pandemic, I get to help Calway House residents live their lives to the full.

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