Fairmount
Fairmount is a residential care home in Hastings, East Sussex (TN35 4DB). It holds a CQC rating of Good.
About Fairmount
Fairmount is a residential care home in Hastings supporting a mixed group of adults. Some of our residents are older people who need help with the practical parts of the day. Others are adults with a learning disability, autistic adults or younger adults who want support to get on with their own lives. That mix works because we plan for individuals rather than running one routine for the house. One person may want help to wash and dress and then to be left in peace. Another may want staff alongside them cooking, going out locally, getting to an appointment or sorting out something that has gone wrong. We pay attention to how each person communicates, what they find difficult and what helps them settle, and we build the plan with them and with the people who know them well. Our staff are trained in communication and in supporting somebody who is distressed. Everyday life includes cooking, shopping, keeping your own room how you want it, choosing how to spend the day and getting out into the town. Visitors are welcome at any reasonable time. Respite stays are available and give family carers a genuine break while the person has a proper stay with us. Please contact us if you would like to come and look round.
Care provided at Fairmount
- Older person care
- Learning disability and autism support
- Younger adults care
- Respite care
- Last CQC inspection: 28 June 2019
Read the full inspection report on the CQC website.
What the inspectors found
A plain English summary of the Care Quality Commission inspection behind the current rating of Fairmount. Report published 28 June 2019.
- 29 May 2019
- 6 places, 6 people were using the service at the time
Safe
Inspectors found that risks to people's health and safety had been identified, with actions in place to reduce them. Staff knew what to do if they thought someone was at risk of harm or discrimination. Incidents and accidents were well managed, medicine systems were robust, and staffing numbers were reviewed based on people's needs.
Effective
Inspectors found that care and support were delivered in line with current legislation and evidence based guidance. Staff had access to training and support to meet people's complex needs. New staff completed a full induction, and all staff had regular one to one support from management. People were supported to have a varied and nutritious diet.
Caring
Inspectors found that staff knew people well and understood equality and diversity. Respecting people's privacy and dignity was part of the culture of how care was provided. Staff communicated with people in a way they could understand.
Responsive
Inspectors found that care plans had enough detail to help all staff give consistent, person centred care. Activities varied from person to person, and staff knew what people liked to do. There was a system to report and investigate complaints, and people's end of life wishes had been discussed and written down.
Well-led
Inspectors found that the home had an open culture. Regular checks and audits were carried out to make sure care was of good quality and safe. Inspectors said outcomes for people reflected the principles and values of Registering the Right Support.
What people told the inspectors
A relative told inspectors they were impressed with the choice of food offered to people. Inspectors said feedback from visitors was positive.
Since the last inspection
Rated Good in June 2019, the same overall rating as before (Good).
Safe is still Good; Effective is still Good; Caring is still Good; Responsive is still Good; Well-led is still Good.
- 28 June 2019: Routine inspection, rated Good. This inspection gave the current rating.
- 15 September 2016: Routine inspection, rated Good
- 26 September 2013: Routine inspection
- 5 March 2013: Routine inspection
Read the full report on the CQC website
Source: Care Quality Commission inspection report, summarised by CareAssura. Contains CQC data used under the Open Government Licence.
How Fairmount compares in Rother
Measured against the 54 care homes for older people registered in Rother. The dark dot is this home.
- Size
- 6 places. Smaller than 50 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
- 28 June 2019. 46 of the 54 homes have published a newer inspection report since.
- Registered
- April 2012. 25 of the 54 homes registered more recently.
- 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 Fairmount
Facts from public registers, and what is close by.
- Registered with CQC
- 1 April 2012, so 14 years.
- Food hygiene rating
- 5 out of 5. Very good. Last inspected by the local council on 14 July 2026.
- Run by
- Affinity Trust, which runs 10 adult social care services in England. All 7 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 Fairmount
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, 4.4 miles away
It is about 4.4 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
- Three Oaks Station, 2.9 miles away
- Ore Station, 3.4 miles away
- Doleham Station, 3.8 miles away
Around Fairmount
- H: Fairmount
- 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 Fairmount
Where is Fairmount located?
Fairmount is a residential care home in Hastings, East Sussex, TN35 4DB. You can view its exact location and get directions from the map on this page.
What type of care does Fairmount provide?
Fairmount is registered to provide residential personal care, with support that includes Older person care, Learning disability and autism support, Younger adults care, Respite care. The full list of services is shown on this page.
What is Fairmount's CQC rating?
Fairmount is registered with and inspected by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). Its most recent overall rating is Good following its last inspection on 28 June 2019. You can read the full CQC report from the link on this page.
Does Fairmount offer respite or short-term care?
Yes. Fairmount offers respite and short-term care. Availability changes regularly, so it is best to enquire directly.
Questions families ask about Fairmount
Can Mum or Dad stay here if their dementia gets worse?
No. Fairmount 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. Fairmount 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. Fairmount 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. Fairmount 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
Fairmount 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 Fairmount. Actual fees depend on the room, the level of care and how it is funded.
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