Oakdown House
Oakdown House is a residential care home in Burwash Common, East Sussex (TN19 7JR). It holds a CQC rating of Good.
About Oakdown House
We are Oakdown House, a small residential care home at Burwash Common in East Sussex. We support adults with a learning disability and autistic adults, and we also offer respite stays where somebody needs a short period of support away from home. Because we are small, life here is domestic. People are involved in the shopping, the cooking and the running of the house as much as they want to be, they choose how their own room looks, and the day is built around what each person actually wants from it rather than around a fixed timetable. Our staff learn how each person communicates, what settles them and what tips a good day into a hard one, and we write that down so it is followed by everyone rather than held in one person's head. Support is offered with an eye on independence. If somebody can do part of a task, they do that part, and we help with the rest. Over time that adds up. We support people to keep up their own relationships, interests and routines outside the house, and to be part of the local community rather than simply living in it. Countryside on the doorstep is one of the pleasures of being here, and walks, gardening and being outdoors feature in a lot of people's weeks. Our most recent overall rating from the Care Quality Commission is good. Families, social workers and anyone considering a placement are welcome to visit and ask us anything.
Care provided at Oakdown House
- Learning disability and autism support
- Respite care
- Last CQC inspection: 16 April 2020
Read the full inspection report on the CQC website.
How Oakdown House compares in Rother
Measured against the 66 care homes registered in Rother. The dark dot is this home.
- Size
- 45 places. Larger than 52 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
- 16 April 2020. 44 of the 66 homes have published a newer inspection report since.
- Registered
- January 2011. 40 of the 66 homes 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.
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Good to know about Oakdown House
Facts from public registers, and what is close by.
- Registered with CQC
- 25 January 2011, so 15 years.
- Food hygiene rating
- 5 out of 5. Very good. Last inspected by the local council on 19 December 2024.
- Run by
- Oakdown House Limited, which runs 2 adult social care services in England. All 2 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 Oakdown 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
- Tunbridge Wells Hospital, Pembury, 11 miles away
It is about 11 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
- Fairfield Surgery, 2.1 miles away
- Woodhill Surgery, 4.1 miles away
- Wadhurst Medical Group, 5 miles away
Nearest dentists
- Oak Lodge Dental Practice, 3.9 miles away (NHS.uk details)
- Mayfield Dental Centre, 3.9 miles away (NHS.uk details)
- Colosseum Dental (Heathfield), 4 miles away (NHS.uk details)
Nearest pharmacies
- St Dunstans Pharmacy, 3.9 miles away
- Procter Health Care Pharmacy, 3.9 miles away
- Procter Health Care Pharmacy, 4 miles away
Nearest railway stations
- Stonegate Station, 2.4 miles away
- Etchingham Station, 4.9 miles away
- Robertsbridge Station, 5.8 miles away
Around Oakdown House
- H: Oakdown 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 Oakdown House
Where is Oakdown House located?
Oakdown House is a residential care home in Burwash Common, East Sussex, TN19 7JR. You can view its exact location and get directions from the map on this page.
What type of care does Oakdown House provide?
Oakdown 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 Oakdown House's CQC rating?
Oakdown House is registered with and inspected by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). Its most recent overall rating is Good following its last inspection on 16 April 2020. You can read the full CQC report from the link on this page.
Does Oakdown House offer respite or short-term care?
Yes. Oakdown House offers respite and short-term care. Availability changes regularly, so it is best to enquire directly.
Questions families ask about Oakdown House
Can Mum or Dad stay here if their dementia gets worse?
No. Oakdown 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. Oakdown 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. Oakdown 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
Oakdown 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 Oakdown House. Actual fees depend on the room, the level of care and how it is funded.
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