The Lawns Care Home, Tavistock
CQC Inspection Breakdown
| Safe | Good |
| Effective | Good |
| Caring | Outstanding |
| Responsive | Good |
| Well-led | Good |
About The Lawns Care Home
The Lawns Care Home is a residential care home providing personal care to 12 people over the age of 18 who have a diagnosis of a learning disability. At the time of the inspection 12 people were living at the service. The service had been open for some years and therefore had not been developed and designed in line with the principles and values that underpin Registering the Right Support and other best practice guidance.
What residents and families say
People told us they chose what they wanted to do, where they spent their time and with whom.
One relative said, “The care is second to none and the staff go above and beyond.
“The care is second to none and the staff go above and beyond. It’s an amazing place, there should be more services like them.”
Source: CQC inspection report
Specialisms
About The Lawns Care Home
Situated in the PL19 postcode district of Tavistock, Devon, The Lawns Care Home operates as a care home with nursing focused on personalised, compassionate care. The home is operated by Mrs Joan Stewart and can accommodate up to 12 residents. Following their most recent inspection on 11/10/2019, the Care Quality Commission rated The Lawns Care Home as Good. Across the five inspection categories, the home scored Outstanding for Caring; Good for Safe, Effective, Responsive, Well-led. The home specialises in supporting people with learning disabilities. The service supports learning disabilities or autistic spectrum disorder. The PL19 postcode area has 10 registered care homes with a combined 266 beds — so there are options to compare in the local area.
Finding the right care home is a deeply personal decision, and we hope this information helps you and your family feel more confident as you explore your options. Every person deserves care that respects their individuality, and the right home will feel welcoming from the moment you walk through the door.
The Lawns Care Home is one of the care homes in Devon — a local authority with 311 CQC-registered homes, 261 of which are rated Good or Outstanding.
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Further Reading & Official Sources
- Official CQC inspection report for The Lawns Care Home
- View The Lawns Care Home on Google Maps
- NHS care home finder near PL19 8BU
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What to Expect When Visiting
When visiting a nursing care home, it helps to see the clinical environment in action alongside the day-to-day living spaces. A good visit should leave you feeling reassured about both the medical and emotional care on offer.
- Try to visit at different times of day, including mealtimes, to see the home in action.
- Speak with staff and, if possible, current residents or their families about their experience.
- Ask about the nurse-to-resident ratio, especially during nights and weekends.
- Check whether the home can manage any specific medical conditions or equipment needs.
Questions to Ask When Visiting
It can be hard to know what to ask during a care home visit. Here are some questions tailored to The Lawns Care Home's type of care that may help guide your conversation:
- 1 What medical conditions do your nurses have experience managing?
- 2 How quickly can a nurse attend to a resident in an emergency?
- 3 Are there regular GP visits, or do residents need to travel for appointments?
- 4 What is your approach to pain management and end-of-life care?
For a more complete checklist, see our guide to choosing a care home.
Official CQC Inspection Report
The Care Quality Commission last inspected The Lawns Care Home on 11/10/2019 and rated it Good. The full report includes detailed findings on safety, staffing, and quality of care.
Read the full CQC reportWhat families typically look for
- - Whether nurses are on-site 24 hours and their qualifications
- - How the home manages medication and medical emergencies
- - Staff-to-resident ratios, especially overnight
These reflect common priorities we see from families researching care homes. For personalised advice, we recommend visiting in person and speaking to current families.
Frequently Asked Questions
What medical conditions do your nurses have experience managing?
The Lawns Care Home has nursing staff experienced in supporting people with learning disabilities. In the most recent CQC inspection on 11/10/2019, the home was rated Good for Safe care — a category that covers clinical training, medication management, and infection control. Ask the nursing team directly about any specific medical conditions during your visit.
How quickly can a nurse attend to a resident in an emergency?
CQC inspectors rated The Lawns Care Home as Good for Safe care on 11/10/2019. The Safe domain covers emergency protocols, staffing ratios, and risk management. Ask the home about nurse-to-resident ratios specifically during night and weekend shifts, when response times are most critical.
Are there regular GP visits, or do residents need to travel for appointments?
Residents at The Lawns Care Home typically remain registered with a local GP who can visit the home for routine and urgent appointments. As a nursing care home, on-site nurses handle day-to-day clinical care. Ask the home which GP surgery they work with and how specialist referrals are managed.
What is your approach to pain management and end-of-life care?
CQC inspectors rated The Lawns Care Home as Outstanding for Caring on 11/10/2019. This domain specifically assesses how staff treat residents with compassion and dignity, including during palliative and end-of-life care. Ask the nursing team about their approach to pain management and whether they work with a local hospice or palliative care team.
What is the CQC rating for The Lawns Care Home?
The Lawns Care Home in Tavistock is rated Good by the Care Quality Commission. The most recent inspection was on 11/10/2019. The home has 12 beds.
How many beds does The Lawns Care Home have?
The Lawns Care Home has 12 beds and operates as a care home with nursing in Tavistock.
Location
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