The Dales Nursing Home

The Dales Nursing Home The Dales Nursing Home, Welcoming new residents in 2025. A warm 'home from home' with kind, caring staff & CQC 'Good' rating.

Specialising in Nursing care and Palliative care.

Not all care is clinical. Sometimes the most important thing we can offer isn't a treatment or a task at all — it's simp...
14/08/2026

Not all care is clinical. Sometimes the most important thing we can offer isn't a treatment or a task at all — it's simply presence. Someone to sit quietly beside you. A hand to hold. The reassurance of not being alone.

At The Dales, we understand that the tender moments matter just as much as the practical ones. Whether it's comfort during a difficult day, gentle company in a quiet hour, or being there through life's most delicate times, our team gives care with real compassion and heart. Because true kindness isn't measured in what's done — it's felt in the warmth of simply being there.

Held, when it matters most. 🤍

📍 The Dales, Exeter
📞 01392 221 266
🌐 thedalescare.com

Every person who comes to live at The Dales arrives with a lifetime behind them. A career they were proud of. Places the...
12/08/2026

Every person who comes to live at The Dales arrives with a lifetime behind them. A career they were proud of. Places they travelled. Loves, losses, hobbies, adventures — a whole rich history that makes them who they are.

We think that history matters. So we take the time to really get to know our residents: to look through old photographs together, to hear about the people and places that shaped them, to treasure the keepsakes that carry a memory. These conversations aren't just lovely to share — they help us give care that's truly personal, because you can only look after someone properly when you understand the life behind the face.

Every resident has a story. We're always honoured to hear it. 🤍

📍 The Dales, Exeter
📞 01392 221 266
🌐 thedalescare.com

You can measure a lot of things about a care home — the size of the rooms, the menu, the staffing ratios. But the thing ...
10/08/2026

You can measure a lot of things about a care home — the size of the rooms, the menu, the staffing ratios. But the thing that matters most is the one you can't put in a brochure: the feeling of belonging.

At The Dales, nobody is ever on their own unless they'd like to be. It's there in the friendships that spring up over morning coffee, the laughter shared around the table, the gentle hand on a shoulder and the sense that here, you're among people who genuinely care. Real companionship isn't a box to tick — it's the warmth that fills a home and makes it a place where people feel they truly belong.

Nobody here is on their own. That's the heart of The Dales. 🤍

📍 The Dales, Exeter, Devon
📞 01392 221 266
🌐 thedalescare.com

A good day is made of little things to look forward to. A quiz that gets everyone competitive, a favourite song that bri...
06/08/2026

A good day is made of little things to look forward to. A quiz that gets everyone competitive, a favourite song that brings the memories flooding back, an afternoon of crafts, or simply a quiet chat in a comfy chair.

At The Dales, our activities programme is shaped entirely around what our residents actually enjoy — not a fixed timetable, but a gentle rhythm of things that spark joy, keep minds active and bring people together. Some days are lively and full of laughter; others are calm and companionable. Both matter just as much. Because life here isn't about filling time — it's about making it meaningful.

Every day, something to look forward to. 🤍

📍 The Dales, Exeter
📞 01392 221 266
🌐 thedalescare.com

A cottage pie just like Mum used to make. A proper Sunday roast. Rhubarb crumble and custard on a chilly afternoon. Ther...
04/08/2026

A cottage pie just like Mum used to make. A proper Sunday roast. Rhubarb crumble and custard on a chilly afternoon. There's real comfort in the food you grew up with - and that's exactly what comes out of our kitchen at The Dales.

Every meal is cooked fresh on site each day, using seasonal ingredients and good, honest recipes our residents know and love. Mealtimes here aren't just about eating well; they're one of the happiest parts of the day — full of chatter, shared stories and the odd bit of friendly debate about who makes the best gravy.

And of course, second helpings are always welcome. 🤍

📍 The Dales, Exeter, Devon
📞 01392 221 266
🌐 thedalescare.com

Family shouldn't have to check the clock. That's why we don't have set visiting hours at The Dales - because a home shou...
27/07/2026

Family shouldn't have to check the clock. That's why we don't have set visiting hours at The Dales - because a home should always have room for the people you love.

Pop in for a morning cuppa, join your mum for lunch, or call by after work for a chat before bedtime. Bring the grandchildren, bring the dog, bring the family photos. Our residents' loved ones are part of the fabric of this place, and we want them to feel every bit as welcome here as the people who live with us.

Because this is home - and at home, family comes any time. 🤍

📍 The Dales, Exeter
📞 01392 221 266
🌐 thedalescare.com

Choosing a nursing home for someone you love is never easy — the worry, the questions, the hope that you're making the r...
23/07/2026

Choosing a nursing home for someone you love is never easy — the worry, the questions, the hope that you're making the right decision. So when a family tells us we got it right, it means everything.

"From the moment we walked in, it felt less like a care home and more like family." — kind words from the daughter of one of our residents here in Exeter, and honestly, there's no higher compliment we could receive. Because that's exactly what we set out to be: not an institution, but a home. A place where warmth comes as standard, where familiar faces greet you like their own, and where every resident is treated as one of the family.

That feeling of family is the heart of everything we do. 🤍

📍 The Dales, Exeter
📞 01392 221 266
🌐 thedalescare.com

The days feel warmer with good company around you. A friendly face at breakfast, someone to share a story with over tea,...
21/07/2026

The days feel warmer with good company around you. A friendly face at breakfast, someone to share a story with over tea, a companion for a gentle afternoon in the garden — it's these small connections that turn a house into a home.

At The Dales, we make sure no one ever feels alone unless they'd like a little quiet time to themselves. Whether it's the easy chatter of shared meals, an activity enjoyed together, or simply a member of our team sitting down for a proper natter, there's always warmth and companionship close by. Because life really is better when it's shared.

Better, together — that's the heart of life at The Dales. 🤍

📍 The Dales, Exeter, Devon
📞 01392 221 266
🌐 thedalescare.com

Life doesn't always follow a plan. Sometimes a little extra support is needed just for a while - and that's exactly what...
17/07/2026

Life doesn't always follow a plan. Sometimes a little extra support is needed just for a while - and that's exactly what respite care at The Dales is here for.

Perhaps you're recovering after a spell in hospital and need somewhere warm and safe to regain your strength.

Perhaps a family carer needs a well-earned break, knowing their loved one is in the very best hands. Whatever the reason, our respite guests are welcomed exactly like everyone else - with the same kindness, comfort and full nursing care - whether that's for a week, a fortnight or a little longer.

All the comforts of home, for as long as you need them. 🤍

📍 The Dales, Exeter
📞 01392 221 266
🌐 thedalescare.com

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19-20 Howell Road
Exeter
EX44LG

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