Home care · Devon
Substance misuse support at home in Exmouth
4 of the 32 home care agencies covering Exmouth offer substance misuse support. Among the 3 with a CQC rating, 100% are Good or Outstanding, against 88% for substance misuse support across England. 1 is Outstanding. Typical fees here come to about £33.50 an hour for visiting care and £1,610 a week for live-in careestimated. 2 home care agencies were last rated over four years ago. The most recent rating was Nurse Plus UK - Exeter, rated Good on 18 May 2026.
Data: the CQC register, updated 27 October 2026, under the Open Government Licence
Key points
- 4 are registered with CQC to support people with dementia.
- New and changed CQC ratings across Devon, updated every day.
- A care needs assessment from Devon council is free, and your savings do not affect it.
- 3 of the 3 rated agencies are Good or Outstanding, with 1 not yet rated.
Cite this: The Care Panel, "Substance misuse support at home in Exmouth", analysis of the CQC register, Oct 2026.
- 4CQC-registered agencies
- 100%rated Good or Outstanding (of those rated)
- 4support people with dementia
- 1inspected or rated in the last 2 years
Ranked providers of substance misuse support
Highest CQC rating first; ties go to the more recent rating, then the nearer provider. How the list is ordered
- All 32
- Care for adults under 65 · 29
- Elderly care · 28
- Physical disability care · 26
- Sensory impairment care · 25
- Dementia care · 22
- Mental health care · 18
- Learning disability care · 16
- Children's care · 7
- Substance misuse support · 4
- Eating disorder support · 3
- Supported living · 3
| # | Agency | Rating | Rated | Office | More specialisms |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Nurse Plus UK - Exeter | May 2026 | 6.8 miles | 8 | |
| 2 | Bluebird Care East Devon & Exmouth | Jul 2018 | 0.7 miles | 6 | |
| 3 | Agency Assistance | May 2019 | 1.3 miles | 8 | |
| 4 | Classic Carers | Not yet rated | – | 5.4 miles | 7 |
Every agency covering Exmouth registered with CQC for substance misuse support, ranked by CQC rating and how recent it is, then by distance.
How substance misuse support in Exmouth compares
4 of the 32 agencies covering Exmouth are registered with CQC for substance misuse support (13%). Their Good or Outstanding share is 100%, 14 points above the town-wide 86% and above the 88% for substance misuse support across England.
The highest rated agencies for substance misuse support are Nurse Plus UK - Exeter, Bluebird Care East Devon & Exmouth and Agency Assistance. 1 was rated in the last two years; the oldest rating dates from July 2018 and the newest from May 2026. 2 are based within 2 miles of the centre of Exmouth. 1 of them is not yet rated, which is usual for newly registered services.
Across Devon, 13 agencies are registered for substance misuse support, and 100% of those rated are Good or Outstanding. Here 13% of agencies list substance misuse support, compared with 9% across Devon.
Typical prices in the South West: about £33.50 an hour for weekday visits (evenings and weekends cost more) and around £1,610 a week for live-in care. How we estimate costs.
About substance misuse support
Anyone whose life is affected by drinking or drug use can get this support, which works next to specialist treatment services and aims at safety, better health and recovery.
Questions to ask agencies about substance misuse support
- Who decides when support can be reduced?
- What training do staff have in substance misuse?
- How do you support physical health and medication?
- How do you help with housing, money or work?
- How do you support recovery goals and family relationships?
Where to get support: FRANK, 0300 123 6600. Getting a care needs assessment from Devon.
Substance misuse support around Exmouth
| Place | How far | Agencies | Rated Good or Outstanding |
|---|---|---|---|
| Exmouth | – | 4 | 3 |
| Dawlish | 4.4 mi | 3 | 2 |
| Teignmouth | 6.8 mi | 6 | 6 |
| Exeter | 8.3 mi | 3 | 2 |
| Cranbrook | 8.5 mi | 3 | 2 |
| Chudleigh | 9.1 mi | 4 | 3 |
| Newton Abbot | 11.6 mi | 6 | 6 |
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Savings under £23,250? Devon council may help with the cost, and its care needs assessment is free for everyone.
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Substance misuse support in Exmouth: your questions answered
How many agencies in Exmouth offer substance misuse support?
Substance misuse support is a registered specialism for 4 of the 32 agencies that have an office within 7 miles of Exmouth (CQC register, Oct 2026). Among the highest rated are Nurse Plus UK - Exeter, Bluebird Care East Devon & Exmouth and Agency Assistance.
How does CQC rate home care agencies in Exmouth?
3 (100%) are rated Good or Outstanding, out of 3 with a rating, with 1 Outstanding. Newly registered services often have no rating yet; 1 here is still unrated.
What does home care cost in Exmouth?
Typical 2026 prices across England: visiting care around £32–£34 an hour; live-in care around £1,540–£1,610 a week. Hourly rates vary between agencies more than between regions; ask each agency for its full price list, including weekend and bank holiday rates. Homecare Association figure for 2026/27: a sustainable council rate for home care in England starts at £34.42 an hour. Source: Lottie Care Index, Q3 2026. Read the full cost guide.
Does Devon council fund home care?
It can. Step one is the needs assessment: Devon council cannot charge for it and must offer it to every person who seems to need support (Care Act 2014). If your savings and investments come to under £23,250, it may then contribute following a financial assessment, depending on income, and for care in your own home the property is left out. Separately, Attendance Allowance has no means test. Getting in touch with Devon council.
How do I choose between agencies in Exmouth?
Read the most recent CQC report and check its date. Here, 1 of 4 was inspected or rated within the last two years. Older reports: 2. Before signing, ask about staff continuity, how they handle missed visits and the full price. A checklist to help.
Are there more substance misuse support in towns near Exmouth?
In Exmouth there are 4, 3 rated Good or Outstanding. The closest towns on our site are Budleigh Salterton (3.1 miles): 2, 2 rated Good or Outstanding; Dawlish (4.4 miles): 3, 2 rated Good or Outstanding; Teignmouth (6.8 miles): 6, 6 rated Good or Outstanding.
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One short form is all it takes: featured partners and a maximum of three rated providers in the Exmouth area who work with us will email you directly.
Other towns near Exmouth
- Substance misuse support in Budleigh Salterton 3.1 mi
- Substance misuse support in Dawlish 4.4 mi
- Substance misuse support in Teignmouth 6.8 mi
- Substance misuse support in Exeter 8.3 mi
- Substance misuse support in Cranbrook 8.5 mi
- Substance misuse support in Chudleigh 9.1 mi
- Substance misuse support in Ottery St Mary 10.0 mi
- Substance misuse support in Newton Abbot 11.6 mi
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