Residential care
Peaceful rural setting, landscaped gardens, Pathways with Purpose, 24-hour care staff, and fresh meals from local suppliers.
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Welcome
Care in the heart of our community
West Heanton is a hub for our local area: residential and respite care, supported living suites, domiciliary care, a busy day centre, meals on wheels, and a sitting service — with a warm, family-run ethos since 1991.
What we offer
28 residential rooms, 5 supported living suites, domiciliary care across Torrington, Holsworthy, Hatherleigh and surrounding villages — and a purpose-built day centre open Monday–Friday.
Our services
From long-term residential care to support in your own home, we’re here to help you and your family find the right option.
Respite & convalescence
Short stays when you need a break, recovery after hospital, or time to see if West Heanton suits you — subject to room availability.
Read moreSupported living suites
Self-contained apartments with independence, nurse call, optional meals, and CQC-registered personal care on site.
Read moreDomiciliary & sitting
Visits at home for personal care, medication support, domestic help — plus companionship, days out, and overnight sits when needed.
Read moreDay centre & activities
Daily activities, lunch, outings, and transport — free for those living at West Heanton; day rates for community visitors.
Read moreMeals on wheels
A nutritious two-course lunch, 365 days a year, delivered locally between 12.30pm and 1.30pm. Dietary needs catered for.
Read moreOur story
Founded by Sid & Phylis Martin in 1991 from a converted dairy farm, West Heanton set out to be a true home — pleasant, friendly, and comfortable. Today, that ethos continues under family management, growing alongside our community.
CQC quality ratings
We are regulated by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). Where we have an overall quality rating, we display it here on our website by law (how providers must display ratings). Ratings are loaded from CQC.
News & photos
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