Meet our care team

At The Old Vicarage, our team is at the heart of everything we do. We are proud to provide compassionate, person-centred care in Otterton, East Devon, delivered by a dedicated group of experienced and friendly professionals.

Many of our team members have been with us for years, creating a familiar and reassuring environment for residents. We take the time to get to know each individual, ensuring care is tailored, respectful, and delivered with genuine warmth.

Families from Budleigh Salterton, Exmouth, and Sidmouth often tell us it’s our people that make the biggest difference.

A caring and experienced team you can trust

Our team is carefully chosen not only for their experience but for their kindness, patience, and commitment to supporting older people.

  • 24-hour care and support
  • Ongoing training in residential and dementia care
  • A consistent team residents can get to know and trust
  • A warm, respectful approach to every individual

We believe that great care starts with great people.

A team that feels like family

Meet some of our team

  • Vanessa Powling

    Home Manager

    Vanessa leads The Old Vicarage with a strong commitment to delivering high-quality, person-centred care in a warm and supportive environment. With extensive experience in residential care, she is dedicated to ensuring every resident feels safe, valued, and truly at home. She works closely with residents, families, and the care team to maintain the highest standards, providing reassurance and confidence to those choosing a care home in Otterton, East Devon.
A caring and experienced team you can trust

A team that feels like family

We believe that a care home should feel like an extension of family life.

  • Builds genuine relationships with residents
  • Works closely with families
  • Provides reassurance and continuity of care
  • Creates a warm, friendly atmosphere every day

This is why so many families looking for a residential care home in East Devon choose The Old Vicarage.

Visit and meet our team

Choosing a care home is a personal decision, and meeting the team can make all the difference.

We warmly welcome families from Otterton, Budleigh Salterton, Exmouth, and surrounding areas to visit, meet our staff, and experience the atmosphere of our home.

Visit our home and see how our team supports residents with care, dignity, and compassion.

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