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Dining

At Vane Hill Care Home, mealtimes are an important part of daily life, offering comfort, routine and opportunities for connection. Residents can enjoy home-cooked meals in one of our two welcoming dining rooms, where the atmosphere is relaxed, friendly and inclusive. Meals are prepared with care using fresh, seasonal ingredients whenever possible, including produce grown in our own allotments. We aim to create a dining experience that feels familiar and enjoyable, while supporting individual preferences and nutritional needs.

More Than Just A Meal

For people living with ARBD, maintaining everyday routines and life skills can play an important role in wellbeing and independence. Residents are encouraged to take part in meal preparation if they wish, helping them stay involved in meaningful daily activities and reconnect with familiar tasks. Whether helping to prepare ingredients, setting tables or choosing meals, residents are supported in ways that feel comfortable and achievable for them.

Our team takes time to understand individual dietary needs and preferences, ensuring every person feels respected, supported and included during mealtimes.

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Cake on a plate with a pot of tea

Connecting Through Food

Dining at Vane Hill is about much more than food. Shared meals help residents build friendships, enjoy conversation and feel part of the wider community within the home.

Alongside our communal lounges, therapeutic activities, private gardens, games room and minibus service, the dining spaces contribute to a warm and welcoming environment where residents can feel settled and connected. Together with comfortable bedrooms and personalised support, these shared experiences help create a positive atmosphere where people can live with dignity, purpose and a sense of belonging.

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Resident making a pizza in the kitchen

What To Expect From Our Dining Service

On-Site Chefs

Fresh Produce

Support On Hand

Yes. Our kitchen team caters for a wide range of dietary needs, including diabetic meals, food intolerances, cultural preferences and texture-modified diets. We work closely with residents and healthcare professionals to ensure every meal is safe and enjoyable.

Yes, residents can enjoy meals in either of our main dining rooms or in their private bedrooms if they prefer a quieter setting.

Absolutely, families are warmly welcomed to share mealtimes with residents during visits, strengthening social bonds.

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Life at Vane Hill ARBD Care Home

Life at Vane Hill ARBD Care Home in Devon is centred around comfort, safety and re-establishing independence for our residents. We create a welcoming and supportive environment that encourages socialising. Residents enjoy our games room with a pool table, books, magazines and computers with internet access. Outside, the gardens and patio are regularly enjoyed throughout the year and provide a quiet, relaxing environment and an ideal space to enjoy popular summer barbecues.

Specialist Alcohol Related Brain Damage Care

Here at Vane Hill ARBD Care Home in Torquay, Devon, we provide expert care for adults who require support to re-enable independence following alcohol-related brain injuries. We recognise that every person’s journey with ARBD (Alcohol Related Brain Damage) is unique, which is why every resident has a tailored care and support plan to ensure individual goals and milestones are set out and worked towards.

With over 30 years of experience in the field of alcohol related brain damage care, we have combined our knowledge and expertise to develop a way forward with our 3 Step Enablement Programme. The programme helps individuals take back control of their lives and regain skills to live independently and alcohol free.

Contact Us

15-72 Vane Hill Road
Torquay
Devon
TQ1 2BZ

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