Care Homes in Plymouth

Care homes in Plymouth combine first-rate care with beautiful coastal views, offering a calming setting for older adults. When living here, you’ll also benefit from peaceful walks at Central Park and along the Plym Valley Trail, waterfront cafés, and convenient access to healthcare services, particularly Derriford Hospital. What’s more, reliable public transport links make it easier for loved ones to visit.

We’re here to ease your care search through trusted advice from our Care Experts and detailed listings full of helpful information. Every care journey is different, and our goal is to help you and your loved one through this process.

Whether you're looking for residential care, dementia support, respite stays, or specialist nursing care, there’s a setting to meet each individual’s needs. Each home listed above is regulated by the Care Quality Commission (CQC) and has been carefully reviewed by our in-house Care Experts. Trusted providers such as Barchester Healthcare and Sanctuary Care operate homes in the area, and there are also several ‘Outstanding’ rated homes nearby, including Wisteria House Stoke and Wisteria House Plymstock.

Life in Plymouth’s homes is about much more than receiving the right form of care. Many offer sensory gardens, quiet libraries, idyllic garden spaces for enjoying warm weather, and cosy cafés, as well as traditional facilities like hair salons and wellbeing suites. Elburton Heights is particularly known for its wonderful outdoor spaces.

Are you in the early stages of searching for care and unsure where to start? Let us create you a free care home shortlist, delivered straight to your inbox. We’ll send you a personalised list of care homes matching your specific requirements, from budget and the type of care needed to any specific facilities you’d like your new home to have.

 

Best care homes in Plymouth

• Furzehatt - East of the city centre, Furzehatt is also right next to the South Devon National Landscape, so you’ll be close to stunning views while living here. If your loved one is green-fingered, they can help grow fruits, vegetables and herbs in the home’s garden. The on-site chefs often use this produce to create gorgeous meals.

• Elburton Heights - Rated ‘Good’ by the Care Quality Commission (CQC), Elburton Heights can care for up to 85 residents. The team at Elburton Heights provide specialist support, including nursing and dementia care. The team will also make your loved one quickly feel comfortable in their new surroundings, encouraging them to bring their own furniture and other treasured items.

• Devonshire House and Lodge - North of Plymouth’s city centre, this home has a dedicated activity team that organises activities based on the interests of the residents. Bingo, cooking, gardening and sing-a-longs are all popular! Purpose-built, Devonshire House and Lodge boasts state-of-the-art facilities, including spacious en-suite bedrooms, cosy communal lounges and a room dedicated to peace and quiet.