Live-in Care in Exeter
Exeter, Devon's historic cathedral city, offers a wonderful quality of life with its blend of Roman history, university energy, and easy access to both Dartmoor and the coast. Many older residents wish to remain in this beautiful city with professional care at home.
133,000
Population
20,000
Aged 65+
15%
Over 65s
£1,300
Live-in care from, per week
The Elderly Population in Exeter
Understanding the needs of older residents in Exeter helps us deliver more thoughtful, tailored care. Here are some key facts about the elderly population in the Devon area:
Approximately 20,000 Exeter residents are aged 65 or over
The wider East Devon area has one of the highest elderly populations in the South West
Around 1,800 people in Exeter are living with dementia
Topsham, Heavitree and St Leonards have notable elderly populations
Arranging Live-in Care in Exeter
From the cathedral quarter homes to the riverside village of Topsham, Exeter has its own local services and practicalities. Points worth knowing when you arrange care here:
- We cover Exeter and wider Devon including Tiverton, Crediton and Sidmouth
- Our carers serve both the city and Devon's rural and coastal communities
- Local hospital care is provided by Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust, and we can plan the start of care around a discharge date
- We also cover Torbay, East Devon and parts of Somerset
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Care Assessments and Funding in Exeter
A free care needs assessment in Exeter is carried out by Devon County Council. Anyone who appears to need care can ask for one, whether or not they will pay for care themselves.
In England the council means-tests care. If savings and investments are above £23,250 you are likely to pay for care yourself, but the value of your home is not counted when care is provided at home.
We can arrange live-in care privately straight away, alongside or instead of council support. Our funding guide explains the options, including NHS Continuing Healthcare and Attendance Allowance.
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Questions About Live-in Care?
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