Sanctuary Care
Ivydene Care Home
Nursing home in South Hams, Devon
Operated by Sanctuary Care
What do these badges mean?
- High Retirement Community — An above-average share of residents are aged 65 and over (ONS Census) — often a sign of established later-life communities and services.
- Peaceful Neighbourhood — Among the lowest for recorded anti-social behaviour and public disorder of comparable areas (police-recorded crime).
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About
The heart of Ivydene is its dedicated team, many of whom have been part of the family for over a decade, cultivating a warm and welcoming atmosphere. The culinary team, renowned for their mouth-watering home-cooked meals and freshly baked treats, further enhance the homely feel of Ivydene.
A key figure in the Ivydene family, who has been with the team for over 12 years, ensures that activities are not only engaging but also tailored to the individual, promoting a person-centred approach. At Ivydene, every resident's unique life story is valued and understood, allowing for personalised care that truly enriches their lives.
Care provided
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Food hygiene rating
Very good
Food Standards Agency · inspected April 2026
What's nearby
- Set back from main road noise
- Fire station about 400 m away
Straight-line distances. Road and rail noise from government strategic noise mapping (modelled, not measured). A&E departments from the NHS website. Locations © OpenStreetMap contributors.
What’s in the area
Outdoor Spaces
- AllotmentsSparse
- Play SpaceAmple
- Golf CourseSparse
- Public ParkAdequate
- Tennis CourtAdequate
- Bowling GreenSparse
- Playing FieldAmple
Local Amenities
- Pubs & BarsSparse
- Restaurants & CafesSparse
- Retail ShoppingSparse
- SupermarketsSparse
- TakeawaysSparse
Local crime statistics
44 recorded crimes in the local area (April 2026)
Top categories:
Source: data.police.uk · within 1 mile
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Fees and funding
| Care type | Weekly fee | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Residential care | from £960 Published by the home, captured 2026 | Published by the home, captured 2026 |
| Dementia care | Fees on request | — |
| Nursing care | Fees on request | — |
| Respite (short stay) | Fees on request | — |
- Funding accepted
- Not stated
Fees depend on the room and the care needed, so ask the home for a written quote. Check who pays with the funding calculator, or see what Devon council pays.
Care fee trajectory
| Year | This home (per week) | Council rate (per week) |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | — | £1,054 |
| 2025 | — | £1,110 |
| 2026 | £960 | — |
What Devon council pays care homes, and whether it will help with fees
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Local health safety net
Ivydene Care Home is backed by a local NHS health network. The nearest A&E is Derriford Hospital, 8.9 miles away. The local GP practice is MODBURY HEALTH CENTRE, 2.9 miles away, rated ‘Good’ by the CQC.
Nearest services from NHS ODS + postcodes.io + CQC, by straight-line distance.
Community & connection in South Hams
Local clubs, charities and support groups that help older residents stay active and connected.
Devon Memory Cafe Consortium
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Totnes and Rural Community Transport
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Age UK Torbay
The mission of the charity is to promote the well being of all older people and help make life a fulfilling and enjoyable experience.To achieve this in Torbay we undertake the following:Provide…
Kerswella Care
Memory Cafes held monthly in Kingskerswell & Ipplepen, the monthly Lunch Club & twice monthly coffee mornings , monthly afternoon social/games group, running of the weekly community cafe,…
Purple Angel Dementia Awareness Devon
To relieve the needs of persons living with dementia and their carers by providing support, information and advice and by educating about or raising public awareness of dementia and how people…
Brixham Does Care
Brixham Does Care is a registered befriending charity founded in 1978, which attempts combat loneliness & isolation. We offer support to people of all ages & client groups in Brixham & surrounding…
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Part of Sanctuary Care
Ivydene Care Home is one of 123 homes run by Sanctuary Care on AskBart. See how the group's homes are rated and where it operates.
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Information last reviewed October 2026.
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