Chyvarhas Residential and Nursing Home

22 Saltash Road, Callington PL17 7EF
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  • Chyvarhas Residential and Nursing Home, Callington
With just 36 bedrooms and a team which is passionate about enriching the lives of their residents, Chyvarhas has a warm, family feel the moment you walk through the door.

Providing residential, nursing, dementia care and palliative care, the team also offers respite care breaks, which are ideal for family carers who would like to take a short break themselves, knowing their loved one is in safe hands.

In keeping with the name of the home, meaning ‘meeting point’ in Cornish, the team is passionate about embracing the local community into life at Chyvarhas, from regular singers, musicians and performers, to local school children, who enjoy activities with the residents.

Every month, carers from the local community are invited to the home’s dementia support group, which takes places on the third Friday of every month, from 10am to noon.

There are also regular exercise sessions with Love to Move, and animal therapy visits, with everything from rabbits to owls!

The home is thriving, with so many activities to enjoy, from impromptu singalongs to baking and pamper sessions. A mobile hairdresser also visits for regular appointments with the residents.

Chyvarhas is unique in its layout, with four wings – with three cosy lounges, two of which lead to their own private secure garden. In the summer the residents love spending time gardening, or relaxing with loved ones, who are welcome at any time.

There is a spacious central dining room, where residents socialise with delicious, home cooked meals, from roast dinners with all the trimmings to fish and chip Fridays, and home baking for afternoon tea.

Chyvarhas also has its own private Facebook group, so families can see what their loved ones have been enjoying doing, even if they can’t be there each day in person.

Situated on the main bus route, the home has excellent transport links and a large, secure car park.

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Care Provided by Chyvarhas Residential and Nursing Home

  • Primary Care Categories
  • Dementia
  • Older Person Care
  • Physical Disability
  • Respite Care
  • Sensory Impairment
  • Care Types Provided
  • Dementia Nursing Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Nursing Care
  • Residential Care
  • For a maximum of 40 Service Users
  • Voluntary / Not for Profit Owned
  • Care Offered
  • Alzheimer's
  • Huntington's Disease
  • Motor Neurone Disease
  • Multiple Sclerosis
  • Neuropathic
  • Parkinson's Disease
  • Speech Impairment
  • Stroke
  • Visual Impairment
  • Other Care Provided
  • Day Care
  • Own GP if required
  • Physiotherapy

Good to Know

  • Person in charge
  • Michael Dickinson-Smith (Home Manager)
  • Admission Criteria
    • Ages 65+
  • Room Information
    • Single Rooms (40)
  • Care Home Design/Build
    • Purpose Built: Yes
    • Number of floors: 1

Funding & Fees Guide for Chyvarhas Residential and Nursing Home

  • Funding Types Accepted
  • Self funding (Private)
  • Local Authority with Top-Up
  • Local Authority
  • NHS Continuing Healthcare (CHC) Funding
  • Weekly Charges per Person
    • Self-Funded Residential Care from £1,491
    • Self-Funded Nursing Care from £1,817
    • RESPITE Self-Funded Residential Care from £1,491

  • Our weekly fees are individual to each of our residents and are subject to a pre-admission assessment, which is required to understand the level of care and support needed. Our 2025 weekly care fees for residential care start from £1491 and for nursing care £1817, but may be in the region of 30% more*. This depends on your care needs and the type of bedroom that is right for you, from our standard rooms through to our premium bedroom options.


    *If you require more specialist care such as 1-2-1 support, your weekly fee could be higher.
  • (these prices are only a guideline, please contact Chyvarhas Residential and Nursing Home to find out the exact price for your requirements)

Facilities

  • Close to Local shops
  • Gardens
  • Ground Floor Accommodation only
  • Minibus or other transport
  • Near Public Transport
  • Own Furniture if required
  • Pet Friendly (or by arrangement)
  • Residents Kitchenette
  • Smoking not permitted
  • Television point in own room
  • Wheelchair Access
  • Visiting

  • Pprovide care 24 hours a day - 7 days a week and if you would like to visit a family member outside of normal hours, this can be arranged with the homes manager, Chyvarhas do not restrict visits to certain hours of the day, Chyvarhas want this to be their home.


Chyvarhas Residential and Nursing Home Reviews (50)

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Chyvarhas Residential and Nursing Home has a Review Score of 9.7 (9.749) out of 10, based on 25 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time Chyvarhas Residential and Nursing Home has 50 reviews.

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Review from Christina F (Wife of Resident) published on 7 November 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

A very caring home with total honesty and non-judgemental kindness to all the people. There is much joy and patience to all the people in this home regardless of their individual disabilities. It has a lovely atmosphere which is palpable as soon as you enter. This is a home that cares.

Reply from Kate Yates, Communications and Content Specialist at Chyvarhas Residential and Nursing Home

Thank you so much for your kind words. We're thrilled that you can feel the warmth and care at Chyvarhas. The team are proud to bring such joy to their residents and it's wonderful to know that this shines through. We appreciate your thoughtful feedback, thank you.


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Review from Michael P (Son of Resident) published on 6 November 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

The review was excellent every thing was discussed and improvements that could be made and noted but these were only minor. Keep up the good work, all the staff are very caring.

Reply from Kate Yates, Communications and Content Specialist at Chyvarhas Residential and Nursing Home

Thank you so much for your kind words, the team will be so pleased to read your comments. We're thrilled to hear you had a positive experience with us. Your feedback is greatly appreciated, thank you.


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Review from Ali S (Daughter of Resident) published on 21 October 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I cannot thank and praise all members of the Chyvarus Residential and Nursing Home team enough. My father is on end of life care and the genuine care and attention given to him by EVERY member of staff here has been phenomenal. Not only do they care for him but for us as well. Time and care with dignity
and respect from each one of the nurses and care team. A truly wonderful group of people who have always looked after my father with kindness and personal consideration.
Management of the care home by staff in the home is great, I cannot comment on the company, but hope they truly appreciate how hard their staff work to give such personal, welcoming and caring support to residents and their families - what very long hours they put in always with full energy and encouragement for the residents and their visitors.

Reply from Kate Yates, Communications and Content Specialist at Chyvarhas Residential and Nursing Home

Thank you so much for your heartfelt review for Chyvarhas, the team will be so proud to read your kind words and honoured to care for your father during this time. It means the world to our team to know their efforts are appreciated by both residents and their families. We will be sure to pass your feedback to the home manager, thank you.


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Review from Garry B (Husband of Resident) published on 16 September 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My wife was in the care home for about 2 months. The care she received was second to none. All the staff were there for her 24 hours a day. Nothing was too much trouble. The staff did their best to make my wife comfortable. There was never a day that she complained. The only real compliment I can give
this home is if I had to go into a care home, this is the one I would go into.

Reply from Kate Yates, Communications and Content Specialist at Chyvarhas Residential and Nursing Home

Thank you so much for sharing your experience of Chyvarhas. The team will be touched to read your kind words and grateful that they could provide your wife with the care and comfort she deserved. It means a lot to us that you would choose our home for yourself as well. Your feedback is greatly appreciated and we will be sure to pass it onto the team, thank you.


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Review from Wendy C (Wife of Resident) published on 9 August 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

In the short time, my husband has been in Chyvarhas, I cannot speak highly enough about the care he is receiving. The home is spotlessly clean. The clients are kept spotless, and the food is just amazing. The carers and nurses are totally dedicated to their work. We are always kept informed of everything
to do with his care. From the management down, I cannot speak highly enough. After having bad experiences with care homes in the past with close friends and my own mother, Chyvarhas has restored my faith that there are still excellent homes if you are lucky and find one like this.

Reply from Kate Yates, Communications and Content Specialist at Chyvarhas Residential and Nursing Home

Thank you so much for your five-star review for Chyvarhas. We're thrilled to hear that your husband's experience with us has restored your faith in care homes again. Knowing that you feel informed and confident in the care your husband is receiving means the world to us and your feedback is greatly appreciated.


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Review from T C (Son of Resident) published on 9 August 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

The staff are absolutely brilliant, kind, and caring to Dad and when he's fallen I'm informed well and feel happy with him in there, I simply cannot complain at all. 10/10.

Reply from Kate Yates, Communications and Content Specialist at Chyvarhas Residential and Nursing Home

Thank you so much for your five-star review for Chyvarhas. We're thrilled to hear that you feel completely confident in the care your dad is receiving. Your feedback is greatly appreciated.


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Review from H S (Wife of Resident) published on 1 August 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

My husband has been in Chyvarhas for 2 years now. He now never wakes up, so just lives in bed apparently asleep. Always very clean and well cared for.

Reply from Kate Yates, Communications and Content Specialist at Chyvarhas Residential and Nursing Home

Thank you for your review. We're glad to hear that your husband is so well cared for at Chyvarhas and appreciate your feedback.


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Review from P S (Respite Resident) published on 30 July 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Chyvarhas has provided a safe and secure environment - every time I visit the atmosphere is always happy and welcoming. The food is excellent, activities are varied, and the staff are wonderful - so patient and willing to listen. A nice element of the home is that there are no ghastly smells as so often
happens in care homes! I am more than grateful for all the help, assistance, and advice given to me - also support.

Reply from Kate Yates, Communications and Content Specialist at Chyvarhas Residential and Nursing Home

Thank you for your positive review. We are delighted to hear that you find our team at Chyvarhas so welcoming. We appreciate your feedback and welcome you back whenever you need our support.


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Review from D R (Daughter of Resident) published on 21 June 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

The care shown to Mum and our whole family was outstanding while Mum was receiving palliative care.
Our family was treated with care, respect, and kindness. More importantly, Mum was treated with dignity and kindness. I have recommended Chyvarhas to other families and will continue to do so. Please
thank all the staff again on my behalf.

Reply from Kate Yates, Communications and Content Specialist at Chyvarhas Residential and Nursing Home

Thank you for your review, especially written at such a difficult time. We have passed this on to our team at Chyvarhas, who will be touched to read your kind words about their care for your mother.


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Review from D W (Wife of Resident) published on 2 May 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

Overall satisfied. The staff are very friendly. Good cleanliness. Happy with the care.

Reply from Kate Yates, Communications and Content Specialist at Chyvarhas Residential and Nursing Home

Thank you for taking the time to leave a review, the team at Chyvarhas will be so happy with your high scores.


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Review from S S (Son of Resident) published on 15 April 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Been visiting Chyvarhas Residential and Nursing Home for over four years.
The home has had an update with the entrance and furnishings being updated or replaced since Christmas.
Looking good. Care workers still as friendly and helpful as ever. Nice, calm feel still.
Thank you.

Reply from Kate Yates, Communications and Content Specialist at Chyvarhas Residential and Nursing Home

Thank you for your review, we are pleased you like the results of the improvement works at Chyvarhas.


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Review from L R (Daughter of Resident) published on 25 March 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

Great communication from managers and carers so far. Mum has only been in a few weeks, but person-centred care, attention and care planning very evident.
Communal areas are spacious and comfortable with various styles of chairs. Food is available all the time and the atmosphere is clearly geared for
every resident's needs and time preferences.
Always get a welcome greeting from the reception staff.

Reply from Kate Yates, Communications and Content Specialist at Chyvarhas Residential and Nursing Home

Thank you so for your wonderful review for Chyvarhas, we are so happy your mother is settling in so well.


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Review from C G (Wife of Resident) published on 15 March 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

The staff were very helpful and reassuring on our initial visit and answered all of our many questions regarding care for our family member in respite. The room was very clean and welcoming. My husband appears to have been very happy with his care here. This was his first experience of respite care
and both he and I were apprehensive but it appears to have gone well. Thank you to all the staff for taking such good care of my husband.

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Review from Averil W (Wife of Resident) published on 15 March 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My husband has only been in your home for just over a month but I have been very pleased with his excellent care. I can go home and feel that he is being well looked after and can relax and not worry about him. Also being very near to the home I know I can visit at any time and it is only 5 minutes
away. Thank you very much for everything you do, much appreciated.

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Review from Brian P (Son of Resident) published on 29 February 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

The home is very friendly and warm staff, very good and the facilities are excellent. very happy with the care my mother is given.

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Review from Cantale S (Daughter of Resident) published on 22 February 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Mother has enjoyed the varied activities in the home, in spite of her language difficulties the staff try so hard to use her language to communicate. She is truly happy there. She enjoys the communal sitting rooms and loves to see people about.

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Review from John H (Son of Resident) published on 10 January 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

What a fabulous service and such a caring team, first time my mum needed care following a recent fall. They are understanding, respectful to my mum's needs, very helpful and professional. I would recommend.
Good compassionate/person-centred care towards my mum and family.

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Review from E W (Sister of Resident) published on 6 October 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

The staff are amazing in all they do. Nothing is too much trouble. The care they give is excellent. I would definitely recommend it to anyone. The residents are made to feel comfortable and cared for in their homes.

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Review from Carole W (Daughter of Resident) published on 4 October 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Considering the under staffing (as with all care homes), the carers do a wonderful job, showing care and compassion at all times.

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Review from J S (Ex Family Member) published on 4 October 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I recently attended the support group at Chyvarhas, which is held every month. Such a lovely way to open up the home and support the community. I have personal experience and professional experience with dementia and I thought it was very valuable. The home is beautifully decorated and there is always
a really warm and calm atmosphere. Chyvarhas is always tidy, hotel standard. The home manager, assistant manager and all staff are brilliant, very knowledgeable and kind. I actually know more than one resident currently, although I hadn't visited for some time it was nice to see that it was still a lovely home, and even looks better! I am happy to know that both my friend and ex-father-in-law are receiving such wonderful care! Thank you!

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Current Review Score: 9.7 (9.749)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.7 (9.749) out of 10 for Chyvarhas Residential and Nursing Home is based on a) the Average Rating and b) the number of positive Reviews.

  • a) The Average Rating is 4.7 out of 5 from 25 Reviews in the last 24 months.

  • b) The score for the number of positive Reviews is 5.0 out of 5 from 25 positive Reviews in the last 24 months.

Detailed Breakdown of Review Score

The maximum Review Score for a Care Home is 10, which is made up from the Average Rating of Reviews (maximum of 5 points) and the Number of Reviews (maximum of 5 points) in the last 24 months:

  • a) 5 Points are available for the Average Rating from all Reviews in the last 24 months.

    The Average Rating of 4.749 for Chyvarhas Residential and Nursing Home is calculated as follows: ( (225 Excellents x 5) + (59 Goods x 4) + (7 Satisfactorys x 3) ) ÷ 291 Ratings = 4.749

  • b) 5 Points are available for the number of Positive Reviews in the last 24 months. A Positive Review is defined as any Review with an 'Overall Experience' of '4' or '5' (out of a max rating '5').

    The 5 Points relating to the number of positive Reviews for Chyvarhas Residential and Nursing Home is based on 25 positive Reviews in the last 24 months and is calculated as per below:

    The 5 points available are broken down as follows:

    • i) 4 points are available for the first 10 Positive Reviews in the last 24 months; 3 points for the first Positive Review, and then 0.125 Points for each of the next four Positive Reviews and then 0.1 Points for the next five Positive Reviews. (1st = 3.000, 2nd = 0.125, 3rd = 0.125, 4th = 0.125, 5th = 0.125, 6th = 0.100, 7th = 0.100, 8th = 0.100, 9th = 0.100, 10th = 0.100) 3 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.1 + 0.1 + 0.1 + 0.1 + 0.1 = 4

    • ii) 1 point is available for the number of Positive Reviews reaching 20% of the registered maximum number of service users in the last 24 months. If this number is partially reached, then that proportion of 1 point is given. eg a Care Home registered for a maximum of 50 service users has to reach 10 Positive Reviews to receive 1 point, if it has 7 reviews it will receive 0.7 points. 20% of the 40 registered maximum number of service users is 8, which has been reached with 25 Positive reviews. Points = 1

  • When a Review is submitted by someone who has previously submitted a Review, only the latest Review will count towards the Review Score.

  • If a Care Home does not have a review in the last 24 months, then it will not have a Review Score.

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Michael Dickinson-Smith

Job Title: Manager

Joined: 2019

I have worked for Cornwall Care for just over two years now. I came to Cornwall Care from a smaller organisation as I wanted to work for an organisation that was innovative and where I could work with talented people, and I have not been disappointed. Our team has worked tirelessly to improve the standards of care that Chyvarhas provides and I feel we now lead the way in the local area, encouraging good, person-centred care to the people we support. I am looking forward to continue our work at Chyvarhas.


Frequently Asked Questions about Chyvarhas Residential and Nursing Home

What types of Care is Chyvarhas Residential and Nursing Home registered for?

Older Person Care, Dementia, Respite Care, Physical Disability & Sensory Impairment are the registered (by the Care Quality Commission) categories of Care.

What additional types of Care does Chyvarhas Residential and Nursing Home provide?

Day Care, Physiotherapy & Own GP if required are other types of care provided.

How many Rooms does Chyvarhas Residential and Nursing Home have?

There are 40 Single Rooms.

What are the Facilities & Services at Chyvarhas Residential and Nursing Home?

Own Furniture if required, Pet Friendly (or by arrangement), Smoking not permitted, Close to Local shops, Near Public Transport, Minibus or other transport, Wheelchair Access, Ground Floor Accommodation only, Gardens, Residents Kitchenette & Television point in own room are some of the Facilities & Services.

How far is Chyvarhas Residential and Nursing Home to the centre of Callington?

0.2 mile(s) as the crow flies, distance by road may be significantly further.