Abbey House Residential Care Home
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- Older Person Care
- Physical Disability
- Visual / Hearing Impairment
- Respite Care
- CQC: Good
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About Us
Here at Abbey House Residential Care Home in Bexhill on Sea, East Sussex, we provide a warm and homely environment where older adults can feel genuinely comfortable, supported and at ease. We are proud to have received a "Good" rating from the Care Quality Commission, which reflects the effort and commitment our whole team puts in every single day.
We support residents with a range of needs, including residential care for older people, care for those living with a physical disability, and support for individuals with visual or hearing impairment. We also offer respite care, which can be a real lifeline for families who need short term support or simply some breathing space, knowing their loved one is being looked after properly.
Bexhill on Sea is a lovely, peaceful town and we think it makes a genuinely fitting backdrop for a care home. Residents can benefit from the calm coastal setting, and we do our best to make sure life here feels like home rather than a facility. We take time to get to know each person individually, understanding their routines, preferences and what matters most to them in day to day life.
Families are always welcome here and we encourage open communication so that everyone involved in a resident's life feels informed and included. Moving into a care home is a significant step, and we take that seriously. We try to make the transition as straightforward and reassuring as possible, both for the person moving in and for those closest to them.
If you are considering care for yourself or someone you love, we would be very happy to have a conversation, show you around and answer any questions you might have. We believe the best way to understand what we offer is simply to come and see it for yourself.
Common questions about Abbey House Residential Care Home
Where is Abbey House Residential Care Home located?
Abbey House Residential Care Home is a residential care home in Bexhill On Sea, East Sussex, TN40 1DG. You can view its exact location and get directions from the map on this page.
What type of care does Abbey House Residential Care Home provide?
Abbey House Residential Care Home is registered to provide residential personal care, with support that includes Older person care, Physical disability support, Sensory impairment support, Respite care. The full list of services is shown on this page.
What is Abbey House Residential Care Home's CQC rating?
Abbey House Residential Care Home is registered with and inspected by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). Its most recent overall rating is Good following its last inspection on 24 December 2022. You can read the full CQC report from the link on this page.
Does Abbey House Residential Care Home offer respite or short-term care?
Yes. Abbey House Residential Care Home offers respite and short-term care. Availability changes regularly, so it is best to enquire directly.
Contact Abbey House Residential Care Home
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Care We Offer
- Older Person Care: Support with daily living for older people, from companionship to help with washing, dressing and medication.
- Physical Disability: Accessible facilities and practical help with mobility, personal care and daily tasks.
- Visual / Hearing Impairment: Tailored support and adaptations for residents living with sight or hearing loss.
- Respite Care: Short stays that give family carers a break, or help someone recover after illness or a hospital stay.
- Residential Care: Help with everyday living, meals and personal care in a supportive home setting.
Questions families ask about Abbey House Residential Care Home
Answered from the CQC register where we can. 5 of these the home has not told us yet, so ask when you call.
Can Mum or Dad stay here if their dementia gets worse?
No. Abbey House Residential Care Home is not listed for dementia care on the CQC register. If dementia is likely, choose a home that is, so a second move is not needed later. Source: CQC register
Is there a nurse on site if health needs change?
No. Abbey House Residential Care Home is a residential care home without on-site nursing. District nurses and GPs visit, but someone who needs daily nursing may have to move to a nursing home. Source: CQC register
Can they try a short stay before deciding?
Yes. Abbey House Residential Care Home offers respite and short stays, which is a good way to see whether the home is the right fit. Source: CQC register
Will they support end of life care, so there is no move at the hardest time?
Ask the home. End of life care is not listed on the register. Ask the manager whether residents can remain in the home with hospice or district nurse support.
Can she bring her cat or dog?
Ask the home. The home has not told us its pet policy yet. Ask directly; some homes allow small pets in residents' rooms or welcome visiting dogs.
Can a couple stay together?
Ask the home. We do not know whether the home has rooms for couples. Ask about shared or adjoining rooms if this matters.
Will the council help pay, or is it self funded only?
Ask the home. The home has not told us which funding it accepts. Most homes take both council funded and self funded residents; ask about council rates and any top up. Use our funding calculator to check what you might pay.
Do they take younger adults as well as older people?
No. Abbey House Residential Care Home is registered for older people. Younger adults are not listed. Source: CQC register
Can I visit before deciding, and are there visiting hours?
Ask the home. Every home should welcome a visit. Call to arrange one, ideally at a mealtime or during an activity, and ask about visiting hours for family.
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Regulatory Rating
Care Quality Commission (CQC) Rating
- Latest inspection: 24 December 2022
- Report published: 24 December 2022
Overall: Good
- Safe: Good
- Effective: Good
- Caring: Good
- Responsive: Good
- Well-led: Good
Care Quality Commission is responsible for the registration and inspection of social care services in England.
Ratings are as published by the CQC and may not reflect the current position of the service.
How Abbey House Residential Care Home compares in Rother
Measured against the 54 care homes for older people registered in Rother. The dark dot is this home.
- Size
- 23 places. Smaller than 36 of the 54 homes. The local average is 34 places.
- CQC rating
- Good. 44 of the 54 homes (81%) are rated Good or Outstanding. Across East Sussex the figure is 75%.
- Latest report
- 24 December 2022. 26 of the 54 homes have published a newer inspection report since.
- Registered
- December 2010. One of the longer established homes. 49 of the 54 registered more recently.
Powered by Orrery Intelligence. Data: CQC register and Food Standards Agency ratings. Counts cover registered care homes for older people in Rother.
The local picture: Rother
What the numbers say about care for older people in Rother, in East Sussex.
What care costs in East Sussex, per week
| Type of care | What the council pays | What self-funders are typically asked |
|---|---|---|
| Residential care | £929 | £1,500 to £1,809 (South East figure, because too few East Sussex homes publish this price. 107 homes. Median £1,600.) |
| Nursing care | £994 | £1,617 to £2,080 (South East figure, because too few East Sussex homes publish this price. 63 homes. Median £1,933.) |
| Residential dementia care | Not published separately | £1,571 to £1,942 (South East figure, because too few East Sussex homes publish this price. 82 homes. Median £1,709.) |
| Nursing dementia care | Not published separately | £1,975 to £2,226 (South East figure, because too few East Sussex homes publish this price. 37 homes. Median £2,050.) |
Published prices are often starting prices, and come from homes that publish fees, so treat them as a guide. Ask the home for its own price.
- People aged 75 and over: 17,700. Rising to 20,000 by 2035, up 13%
- People aged 85 and over: 4,800. Rising to 7,200 by 2035, up 48%
- Living with dementia, aged 65 and over (estimate): 2,300. Rising to 2,800 by 2035, up 23%
- Dementia diagnosis rate: 58%. The NHS ambition is 67%. East Sussex as a whole is 61%.
- Care home beds per 1,000 people aged 75+: 93. East Sussex average is 88.
- Care homes, last 12 months: 0 opened, 1 closed. 5 changed owner, covering 194 beds.
- Care home beds filled across East Sussex: 83%. The 12 month average is 83%.
- Who pays, across East Sussex (estimate): 33% council, 47% self. The rest is NHS funded or other.
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Good to know about Abbey House Residential Care Home
Facts from public registers, and what is close by.
- Registered with CQC
- 10 December 2010, so 15 years.
- Run by
- Angel Healthcare Limited, which runs 3 adult social care services in England. 2 of the 3 that have a rating are rated Good or Outstanding.
Sources: CQC register, Food Standards Agency, OpenStreetMap contributors. Distances are in a straight line from the postcode, not walking or driving routes.
Local services near Abbey House Residential Care Home
The closest places to this home, measured in a straight line from its postcode. They are the nearest, not necessarily the ones the home uses. Ask the home which GP, dentist and pharmacy its residents are registered with.
Nearest 24 hour A&E
- Conquest Hospital, Hastings, 5.2 miles away
It is about 5.2 miles in a straight line from the postcode. The drive is usually longer. In an emergency call 999; the ambulance may take you elsewhere.
Nearest GP practices
- Collington Surgery, 0.3 miles away
- Sidley Medical Practice, 1.3 miles away
- Little Common Surgery, 1.7 miles away
Nearest dentists
- Albany Dental, 0.1 miles away (NHS.uk details)
- Parkhurst Dental Practice, 0.1 miles away (NHS.uk details)
- Toad Hall Dental Surgery, 0.1 miles away (NHS.uk details)
Nearest pharmacies
- Boots, 0.1 miles away
- Lj Collis & Co, 0.1 miles away
- Boots, 1.3 miles away
Nearest railway stations
- Bexhill Station, 0.2 miles away
- Collington Station, 0.6 miles away
- Cooden Beach Station, 2 miles away
Around Abbey House Residential Care Home
- H: Abbey House Residential Care Home
- A: 24 hour A&E
- G: GP practice
- D: Dentist
- P: Pharmacy
- S: Railway station
Straight line distances, not routes. Places very close to the home are spread out slightly so they can be told apart.
Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Practice and pharmacy details from the NHS England Organisation Data Service. A&E sites from NHS England A&E data and the Organisation Data Service. Railway stations from the Department for Transport NaPTAN dataset. Distances are straight line and approximate.
Typical weekly fees in the South East
Abbey House Residential Care Home has not published its fees yet. These are typical weekly fees for the South East, so you know roughly what to expect before you call.
- Residential care: £1,100 to £1,450 per week per person, typical range
Indicative figures for the South East, not a quote from Abbey House Residential Care Home. Actual fees depend on the room, the level of care and how it is funded.
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