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Dementia care homes in West Sussex

180 of the 339 care homes in West Sussex are registered with the CQC as dementia care homes, of which 9 are rated Outstanding and 125 Good. A dementia care home is registered with the CQC to care for people living with dementia, with staff trained for it and a building laid out to keep residents safe and settled.

Dementia care homes in West Sussex typically cost £1,613 a week, about £83,850 a year, based on 10 homes with a fee on record; the middle half charge £1,322 to £1,888. That is about 9% more than the typical residential fee in West Sussex of £1,479.

A live-in carer at home, which many families weigh against dementia care home care, costs from about £1,120 a week and can look after a couple.

Nursing careFees published1 filter, 83 homes · clear

Tarring Manor

Worthing, BN14 · 75 beds
CQC: Not yet rated
NursingDementiaTarring Park
Nursing care
from £1,950 a week
No reviews yet

Acorn Lodge

East Grinstead, RH19 · 47 beds
CQC: Good
NursingDementiaAcorn Health Care
Fee not published
Area typical £1,613 a week
No reviews yet

Barnham Manor

Bognor Regis, PO22 · 33 beds
CQC: Good
NursingDementiaBarnham Manor
Fee not published
Area typical £1,613 a week
No reviews yet

Typical dementia care homes fees in West Sussex

Based on 180 homes in the area. Middle figure is the median; the range is the middle half of homes.

Residential dementia care
£1,613 a week
Usually £1,322 to £1,888 · 10 homes with fees

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Common questions

How much do dementia care homes in West Sussex cost?

Dementia care homes in West Sussex typically charge £1,613 a week, usually between £1,322 and £1,888. Fees depend on the room and the level of care, so ask each home for a written quote.

How many dementia care homes are there in West Sussex?

180 of the 339 CQC-registered care homes in West Sussex are dementia care homes. The list is refreshed from the CQC register every month.

What should I look for in a dementia care home in West Sussex?

Look for staff trained in dementia care, a building that is easy to find your way around, secure gardens, a calm routine and activities built around what residents used to enjoy. Ask how the home handles distress and whether it can keep caring for someone as dementia advances, so a second move is not needed.

Will the council pay for dementia care home care in West Sussex?

If your savings and assets are below £23,250 the council will assess what you can afford and may pay part or all of the fee. Ask the adult social care team at West Sussex council for a needs assessment.