Lucerne House
Lucerne House is a residential care home in Bexhill On Sea, East Sussex (TN40 1QL). It holds a CQC rating of Good.
About Lucerne House
We are a residential care home in Bexhill On Sea, supporting adults with a learning disability or autism. We also offer respite stays where a short break is what is needed rather than a permanent move. What we run is a house where people live their own lives with support, not a place that arranges their lives for them. That distinction sounds obvious and it is easy to lose, because doing things for people is nearly always faster. We would rather somebody made their own breakfast slowly than had it made for them, and how much a person can manage without us is one of the better tests of whether we are doing this properly. We pay close attention to how each person communicates, what they need from their surroundings and what turns a manageable day into a hard one. Change is handled carefully, with notice and explanation, because a week that keeps its shape is what makes coping possible for some of the people who live here. We work closely with families and with the professionals involved. Families usually know a person better than any assessment does, and we would rather ask than assume. Our most recent overall rating from the Care Quality Commission is good. If you are a family member or a professional thinking about a placement or a short break, please get in touch and we will talk it through openly, including telling you if somewhere else would suit a person better.
Care provided at Lucerne House
- Learning disability and autism support
- Respite care
- Last CQC inspection: 22 October 2024
Read the full inspection report on the CQC website.
How Lucerne House compares in Rother
Measured against the 66 care homes registered in Rother. The dark dot is this home.
- Size
- 10 places. Smaller than 54 of the 66 homes. The local average is 31 places.
- CQC rating
- Good. 55 of the 66 homes (83%) are rated Good or Outstanding. Across East Sussex the figure is 79%.
- Latest report
- 22 October 2024. 18 of the 66 homes have published a newer inspection report since.
- Registered
- November 2010. One of the longer established homes. 64 of the 66 registered more recently.
- Food hygiene
- 5 out of 5. The top rating, shared by 49 of the 56 homes that have one.
Powered by Orrery Intelligence. Data: CQC register and Food Standards Agency ratings. Counts cover registered care homes 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 Lucerne House
Facts from public registers, and what is close by.
- Registered with CQC
- 19 November 2010, so 15 years.
- Food hygiene rating
- 5 out of 5. Very good. Last inspected by the local council on 30 March 2026.
- Run by
- Care Pro (South East) 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 Lucerne House
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, 5.1 miles away
It is about 5.1 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, 0.3 miles away
- Collington Station, 0.7 miles away
- Cooden Beach Station, 2.1 miles away
Around Lucerne House
- H: Lucerne House
- 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 Lucerne House
Where is Lucerne House located?
Lucerne House is a residential care home in Bexhill On Sea, East Sussex, TN40 1QL. You can view its exact location and get directions from the map on this page.
What type of care does Lucerne House provide?
Lucerne House is registered to provide residential personal care, with support that includes Learning disability and autism support, Respite care. The full list of services is shown on this page.
What is Lucerne House's CQC rating?
Lucerne House is registered with and inspected by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). Its most recent overall rating is Good following its last inspection on 22 October 2024. You can read the full CQC report from the link on this page.
Does Lucerne House offer respite or short-term care?
Yes. Lucerne House offers respite and short-term care. Availability changes regularly, so it is best to enquire directly.
Questions families ask about Lucerne House
Can Mum or Dad stay here if their dementia gets worse?
No. Lucerne House 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.
Is there a nurse on site if health needs change?
No. Lucerne House 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. Lucerne House 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?
Ask the home. The register does not say which age groups the home supports. Ask the home.
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
Lucerne House 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 Lucerne House. Actual fees depend on the room, the level of care and how it is funded.
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