The Devonshire Nursing Home

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We at The Devonshire Nursing Home are proud to offer compassionate nursing care in the heart of Eastbourne, East Sussex. As a dedicated nursing home, we provide a warm, professional environment where older residents and adults with physical disabilities can feel truly at home, supported around the clock by our experienced clinical team.

Nestled within Eastbourne's welcoming coastal community, our home enjoys the gentle pace and pleasant surroundings that this well loved South East town is known for. Families visiting from across the BN postcode area and further afield find us in a location that combines convenience with the calming atmosphere so important to those living with age related or physical health needs. Our setting has been thoughtfully arranged to feel comfortable and familiar, offering residents a place where daily life feels reassuring and dignified.

Our specialisms reflect the breadth of expertise our team brings to every day. We deliver skilled nursing care for those with complex medical needs, ensuring that clinical support is always close at hand whilst never overshadowing the personal, human side of care. For older residents, we focus on maintaining independence, celebrating individuality, and honouring the life stories that each person brings through our doors. For adults living with a physical disability, we provide tailored support that promotes comfort, mobility where possible, and meaningful participation in daily life. We also welcome guests for respite care, offering families peace of mind when a loved one needs short term support, whether following a hospital stay, during a carer's holiday, or simply to trial residential living in a gentle, unpressured way.

In practice, this means residents receive care plans built around who they are, not just what they need. It means families can step back from the exhausting role of full time carer knowing their relative is safe, valued, and treated with genuine warmth. It means quiet moments of companionship, help with the everyday tasks that have become difficult, and clinical attention delivered with kindness.

We are pleased to hold an overall Good rating from the Care Quality Commission, with Good ratings awarded across every one of the five key domains: Safe, Effective, Caring, Responsive, and Well led. For families, this independent assessment offers meaningful reassurance that the care provided here meets the standards expected of a trusted nursing home. It reflects the consistent effort of our team to do right by every resident, every day.

Choosing a nursing home is one of the most important decisions a family can make, and we understand the weight of that responsibility. If you are exploring options for a parent, partner, or loved one in Eastbourne or the wider East Sussex area, we would be honoured to speak with you. Please do reach out to arrange a conversation or a visit, so we can answer your questions and help you feel confident about the next step.

Common questions about The Devonshire Nursing Home

Where is The Devonshire Nursing Home located?

The Devonshire Nursing Home is a nursing home in Eastbourne, East Sussex, BN20 7TB. You can view its exact location and get directions from the map on this page.

What type of care does The Devonshire Nursing Home provide?

The Devonshire Nursing Home is registered to provide nursing and personal care, with support that includes Older person care, Physical disability support, Respite care. The full list of services is shown on this page.

What is The Devonshire Nursing Home's CQC rating?

The Devonshire Nursing Home is registered with and inspected by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). Its most recent overall rating is Good following its last inspection on 4 January 2019. You can read the full CQC report from the link on this page.

Does The Devonshire Nursing Home offer respite or short-term care?

Yes. The Devonshire Nursing Home offers respite and short-term care. Availability changes regularly, so it is best to enquire directly.

Contact The Devonshire Nursing 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.
  • Respite Care: Short stays that give family carers a break, or help someone recover after illness or a hospital stay.
  • Nursing Care: Round-the-clock care from qualified nurses for residents with medical or complex health needs.

Questions families ask about The Devonshire Nursing 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. The Devonshire Nursing 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?

Yes. The Devonshire Nursing Home is registered to provide nursing care, so registered nurses are part of the team. Source: CQC register

Can they try a short stay before deciding?

Yes. The Devonshire Nursing 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. The Devonshire Nursing 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: 4 January 2019
  • Report published: 4 January 2019

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.

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Ratings are as published by the CQC and may not reflect the current position of the service.

Typical weekly fees in the South East

The Devonshire Nursing 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.

Indicative figures for the South East, not a quote from The Devonshire Nursing Home. Actual fees depend on the room, the level of care and how it is funded.

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