Elizabeth Court Rest Home
Elizabeth Court Rest Home is a residential care home in Bexhill On Sea, East Sussex (TN40 2HH). It holds a CQC rating of Good.
About Elizabeth Court Rest Home
Here at Elizabeth Court Rest Home, we are proud to offer a warm and genuinely homely environment in the heart of Bexhill On Sea, East Sussex. We support a wide range of individuals, including older adults, people living with dementia, those with learning disabilities or autism, adults experiencing mental health difficulties, and younger adults who need a supportive place to call home. We also offer respite care for those who need a shorter stay, whether planned or at short notice. We understand that choosing a care home is one of the most significant decisions a person and their family will ever make. That is why we work hard to ensure that everyone who walks through our doors feels genuinely valued and listened to. Care plans are built around the individual, not the other way around, and we regularly review these together with residents and their loved ones to make sure we are getting things right. Our team take the time to get to know each resident properly, understanding their routines, preferences, histories and what matters most to them day to day. We believe that good care is rooted in real relationships, and we are committed to maintaining the dignity and independence of every person in our care. We are pleased that our most recent inspection by the Care Quality Commission resulted in an overall rating of good, which reflects the efforts of our whole team and the trust that residents and families place in us. We never see this as a reason to stand still, and we are always looking at how we can continue to improve. If you would like to find out more about life at Elizabeth Court Rest Home, or if you would like to arrange a visit, we would be very happy to hear from you.
Care provided at Elizabeth Court Rest Home
- Older person care
- Dementia care
- Mental health care
- Learning disability and autism support
- Younger adults care
- Respite care
- Last CQC inspection: 8 April 2020
Read the full inspection report on the CQC website.
How Elizabeth Court Rest Home compares in Rother
Measured against the 54 care homes for older people registered in Rother. The dark dot is this home.
- Size
- 24 places. Smaller than 32 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
- 8 April 2020. 37 of the 54 homes have published a newer inspection report since.
- Registered
- April 2011. 30 of the 54 homes registered more recently.
- Care offered
- Dementia care. Of the 54 homes, 25 offer dementia care.
- Food hygiene
- 5 out of 5. The top rating, shared by 39 of the 45 homes that have one.
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.
Powered by Orrery Intelligence. Market model built 22 October 2026 (ONS 2022 based population projections, dementia estimates, CQC register), published care home prices, council planning records.
Good to know about Elizabeth Court Rest Home
Facts from public registers, and what is close by.
- Registered with CQC
- 18 April 2011, so 15 years.
- Food hygiene rating
- 5 out of 5. Very good. Last inspected by the local council on 12 May 2026.
- Run by
- Elizabeth Court Rest Home Limited, which runs this service only.
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 Elizabeth Court Rest 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, 4.5 miles away
It is about 4.5 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
Nearest dentists
Nearest pharmacies
Nearest railway stations
- Bexhill Station, 0.5 miles away
- Collington Station, 1.3 miles away
- West St Leonards Station, 2.5 miles away
Around Elizabeth Court Rest Home
- H: Elizabeth Court Rest 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.
Common questions about Elizabeth Court Rest Home
Where is Elizabeth Court Rest Home located?
Elizabeth Court Rest Home is a residential care home in Bexhill On Sea, East Sussex, TN40 2HH. You can view its exact location and get directions from the map on this page.
What type of care does Elizabeth Court Rest Home provide?
Elizabeth Court Rest Home is registered to provide residential personal care, with support that includes Older person care, Dementia care, Mental health care, Learning disability and autism support, Younger adults care, Respite care. The full list of services is shown on this page.
What is Elizabeth Court Rest Home's CQC rating?
Elizabeth Court Rest Home is registered with and inspected by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). Its most recent overall rating is Good following its last inspection on 8 April 2020. You can read the full CQC report from the link on this page.
Does Elizabeth Court Rest Home provide dementia care?
Yes. Elizabeth Court Rest Home supports people living with dementia. We recommend contacting the home directly to discuss your individual situation.
Does Elizabeth Court Rest Home offer respite or short-term care?
Yes. Elizabeth Court Rest Home offers respite and short-term care. Availability changes regularly, so it is best to enquire directly.
Questions families ask about Elizabeth Court Rest Home
Can Mum or Dad stay here if their dementia gets worse?
Yes. Elizabeth Court Rest Home is registered for dementia care, so someone whose needs increase can usually stay rather than move.
Is there a nurse on site if health needs change?
No. Elizabeth Court Rest 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.
Can they try a short stay before deciding?
Yes. Yes. Elizabeth Court Rest Home offers respite and short stays, which is a good way to see whether the home is the right fit.
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.
Do they take younger adults as well as older people?
Yes. Yes. Elizabeth Court Rest Home supports younger adults as well as older people.
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.
Typical weekly fees in the South East
Elizabeth Court Rest 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
- Dementia care: £1,200 to £1,550 per week per person, typical range
Indicative figures for the South East, not a quote from Elizabeth Court Rest Home. Actual fees depend on the room, the level of care and how it is funded.
More about the care at Elizabeth Court Rest Home
Respite Care at Elizabeth Court Rest Home
Respite is often arranged in a hurry, after an illness or when a carer simply cannot continue. Elizabeth Court Rest Home is registered to take short stay residents. Ask how quickly a place can be offered, what the minimum stay is, and what should be brought along.
Dementia Care at Elizabeth Court Rest Home
Someone with dementia copes best where the surroundings stay constant and the staff are not in a hurry. Dementia care is one of the registrations held by Elizabeth Court Rest Home. Ask how the home settles a new resident and how it learns their history and habits. Find out how distress and attempts to leave are handled, and how doors and gardens are managed. Establish what dementia training staff receive and how often it is refreshed. Ask too how families are involved as the condition advances.
Residential Care at Elizabeth Court Rest Home
A rest home provides staffed support for daily living, which is a different thing from the clinical care a nursing home offers. Elizabeth Court Rest Home in Bexhill on Sea is registered for residential care. Meals, laundry, help with personal care, medication and activities are the substance of the service. Inspectors rated the home good when they visited in April 2020. Health needs are covered by district nurses and the local surgery rather than employed nursing staff. Ask what the fee covers and what would happen if a resident's needs increased substantially.
Older Person Care at Elizabeth Court Rest Home
Comfort for an older resident comes down to practical things: a warm room, food worth eating, help given kindly and without delay. Elizabeth Court Rest Home is registered for older person care. Personal care, medication and companionship form the bulk of what staff provide. Ask how preferences about washing, dressing and mealtimes are recorded and respected. Night cover is the detail most worth pinning down, including numbers on duty and response times. Weekly fees in the South East commonly run from 1100 to 1450 pounds, against a council rate of roughly 800 to 950.
Mental Health at Elizabeth Court Rest Home
Being left in peace when peace is what is wanted matters as much as any organised support. Elizabeth Court Rest Home holds a mental health registration. Ask what experience the staff team has, how the home works with community mental health services, and what the plan is during a crisis.
Younger Adults at Elizabeth Court Rest Home
A younger resident in a home full of much older people needs something built deliberately around them. Elizabeth Court Rest Home is registered to support adults under 65. Ask about the current age mix, what younger residents do with their time, and how easily they can get out.
Learning Disability and Autism at Elizabeth Court Rest Home
Routines that belong to the resident rather than the home are the first thing to look for in learning disability and autism support. Elizabeth Court Rest Home is registered for this group. Ask how each plan is written, how sensory needs are managed in shared spaces, and how often placements are reviewed.
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