Bramble Down

Logo of Bramble Down, a nursing home in Newton Abbot, Devon, offering older person care and physical disability support.

Bramble Down is a nursing home in Newton Abbot, Devon (TQ12 6DY). It holds a CQC rating of Good.

About Bramble Down

Bramble Down is a nursing home in Newton Abbot, Devon. We provide nursing care for older people and for adults with a physical disability, and we also offer respite stays for shorter periods of care. Having qualified nurses on site means people can remain with us as their health needs change rather than facing another move, which matters a great deal to families who have already been through one difficult transition. The clinical side is only part of it though. Most of what makes a day good or bad here has little to do with nursing. It is whether somebody was helped at their own pace, whether the food was something they genuinely wanted, whether their room feels like theirs and whether they were asked rather than told. Where somebody needs physical support, the time a routine actually takes when it is done properly rather than quickly matters enormously. Being rushed is one of the commonest complaints in care and it is also undignified, so we plan around the real time needed rather than the time that would suit a rota. Our most recent overall rating from the Care Quality Commission is good. We take it as confirmation that the everyday things are sound and we keep examining the detail, particularly around choice and privacy. If you are considering a nursing home in this part of Devon for yourself or a relative, please come and see us and ask us whatever you need to know.

Care provided at Bramble Down

Read the full inspection report on the CQC website.

Common questions about Bramble Down

Where is Bramble Down located?

Bramble Down is a nursing home in Newton Abbot, Devon, TQ12 6DY. You can view its exact location and get directions from the map on this page.

What type of care does Bramble Down provide?

Bramble Down is registered to provide nursing and personal care, with support that includes Older person care, Physical disability support, Respite care. The full list of services is shown on this page.

What is Bramble Down's CQC rating?

Bramble Down is registered with and inspected by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). Its most recent overall rating is Good following its last inspection on 26 June 2021. You can read the full CQC report from the link on this page.

Does Bramble Down offer respite or short-term care?

Yes. Bramble Down offers respite and short-term care. Availability changes regularly, so it is best to enquire directly.

Questions families ask about Bramble Down

Can Mum or Dad stay here if their dementia gets worse?

No. Bramble Down is not listed for dementia care on the CQC register. If dementia is likely, choose a home that is, so a second move is not needed later.

Is there a nurse on site if health needs change?

Yes. Yes. Bramble Down is registered to provide nursing care, so registered nurses are part of the team.

Can they try a short stay before deciding?

Yes. Yes. Bramble Down offers respite and short stays, which is a good way to see whether the home is the right fit.

Will they support end of life care, so there is no move at the hardest time?

Ask the home. End of life care is not listed on the register. Ask the manager whether residents can remain in the home with hospice or district nurse support.

Can she bring her cat or dog?

Ask the home. The home has not told us its pet policy yet. Ask directly; some homes allow small pets in residents' rooms or welcome visiting dogs.

Can a couple stay together?

Ask the home. We do not know whether the home has rooms for couples. Ask about shared or adjoining rooms if this matters.

Will the council help pay, or is it self funded only?

Ask the home. The home has not told us which funding it accepts. Most homes take both council funded and self funded residents; ask about council rates and any top up.

Do they take younger adults as well as older people?

No. Bramble Down is registered for older people. Younger adults are not listed.

Can I visit before deciding, and are there visiting hours?

Ask the home. Every home should welcome a visit. Call to arrange one, ideally at a mealtime or during an activity, and ask about visiting hours for family.

Typical weekly fees in the South West

Bramble Down has not published its fees yet. These are typical weekly fees for the South West, so you know roughly what to expect before you call.

Indicative figures for the South West, not a quote from Bramble Down. Actual fees depend on the room, the level of care and how it is funded.

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