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DC Homecare is a home care agency based in Buckfastleigh, Devon, providing care and support to people in their own homes.
CQC:Safe: GoodWell-led: Good
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Dementia home care agencies in Buckfastleigh
1 agency
There is 1 dementia home care agency in and around Buckfastleigh on AskBart.
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VerifiedKey facts: Buckfastleigh
| Dementia home care agencies listed | 1 |
|---|---|
| Rated Good or Outstanding | 1 of 1 (100%) |
| Rated Outstanding | 0 |
| Rated Requires improvement or Inadequate | 0 |
| Devon usual weekly rate (2025) | £1,110 |
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Data: CQC register, updated November 2026. Figures are for the homes listed on this page.
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CQC quality of home care in Buckfastleigh
Rated Good or Outstanding
1/ 1 rated
Every agency here is regulated by the Care Quality Commission. Each profile shows the full CQC breakdown — whether the service is safe, effective, caring, responsive and well-led.
What home care costs in Buckfastleigh
Visiting care typically costs £22–£30 per hour across the UK. That’s a typical range, not a local quote, so ask each agency for a written quote. For context, Devon council’s published cost-of-care rate was around £1,110/week (2025). Your home isn’t counted in the means test while care is provided there. Devon council carries out the free care needs assessment.
Typical costs · Paying for home care · Agency or private carer · Support at home
What later-life care costs in Buckfastleigh
Average weekly costs for the main types of care, so you can see how Buckfastleigh compares with the wider Devon area and the UK.
| Type of care | Buckfastleigh | Devon avg | UK average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residential care home | — | £1,222 | £1,200 |
| Nursing care home | — | £1,223 | £1,500 |
| Live-in care (est.) | — | — | ~£1,400 |
| Visiting care, 20 hrs/wk (est.) | — | — | ~£460 |
Care-home figures are the average advertised private weekly fee across AskBart’s listings (Buckfastleigh within ~5 miles; Devon county-wide); actual fees depend on the home, room and level of care. Home-care figures are typical UK estimates — we don’t yet hold verified local agency rates, so they aren’t shown per area. Always get written quotes. Model your own numbers with the care cost calculator.
Common questions
How many dementia home care agencies are there in Buckfastleigh?
AskBart lists 1 dementia home care agency in and around Buckfastleigh, each with its latest CQC rating.
How are dementia home care agencies in Buckfastleigh rated?
Of the 1 inspected, 0 are rated Outstanding, 1 Good, 0 Requires improvement and 0 Inadequate by the Care Quality Commission.
How do I choose between dementia home care agencies in Buckfastleigh?
Start with the CQC rating and the latest inspection report, visit more than once, and ask how the home supports the person's needs. Our guide "Dementia live-in care: a guide" covers what to look for.
Weighing up your options in Buckfastleigh?
Care needs change over time. Compare the other kinds of later-life care in Buckfastleigh:
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Paying for care? See how care is funded and check what the council may pay.
Guides for families
- Care Home or Home Care? Pros and Cons (2026)
- Live-in Care Explained: the Alternative to a Care Home
- How Much Does A Carer Cost - The Ultimate Guide In 2025!
More in our home care guides.
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