Nightingales Residential Care Home
Nightingales Residential Care Home is a residential care home in Lewes, East Sussex (BN8 4LF). It holds a CQC rating of Requires Improvement.
About Nightingales Residential Care Home
We at Nightingales Residential Care Home are proud to offer warm, person centred residential care in the historic market town of Lewes, East Sussex. Nestled within the rolling South Downs countryside, our home provides a welcoming sanctuary for older people seeking comfort, companionship, and dependable support in familiar surroundings. Our setting in the BN postcode area places us within easy reach of Lewes town centre, with its charming streets, traditional shops, and beautiful green spaces. The South East location means families visiting from across Sussex and beyond can travel to see their loved ones with relative ease, whilst residents benefit from the calm, characterful atmosphere that this corner of England is so well known for. We aim to make our home feel just that, a home, where residents can settle, relax, and continue to enjoy life with dignity. Our care is tailored to support older people, including those living with physical disabilities and those with visual or hearing impairments. For residents, this means our team takes time to understand individual needs, communication preferences, and daily routines, adapting the way we offer support so that each person feels truly heard and valued. For families, it means reassurance that mobility challenges, sensory needs, and the everyday details that matter most are carefully considered. Whether a resident requires gentle encouragement, practical assistance with daily living, or a quiet companion during the afternoon, our approach is centred on respect, kindness, and genuine human connection. We believe that small details make the biggest difference, a favourite chair by the window, a familiar piece of music, a friendly conversation over a cup of tea. Our team works closely with residents and their loved ones to build a care plan that reflects each person's life story, preferences, and aspirations. Following our most recent CQC inspection in June 2025, our home received an overall rating of Requires Improvement. We were pleased that inspectors recognised our strengths in being Effective and Caring, both rated Good, which reflects the warmth, compassion, and skill of our team in supporting residents day to day. We acknowledge the areas identified for further development, particularly in being Safe, Responsive, and Well led, and we are wholeheartedly committed to making the improvements needed. Transparency matters to us, and we welcome open conversations with families about the steps we are taking to strengthen every aspect of life at our home. If you are exploring residential care options in Lewes for an older relative or loved one, we warmly invite you to get in touch. Choosing a care home is one of the most important decisions a family can make, and we understand the care, thought, and emotion behind that journey. We would be delighted to answer your questions, share more about daily life at Nightingales, and arrange a visit so you can experience the atmosphere of our home for yourself. Whatever your circumstances, please know that you are not alone, and we are here to help you find the right path forward with confidence and peace of mind.
Care provided at Nightingales Residential Care Home
- Older person care
- Physical disability support
- Sensory impairment support
- Respite care
- Last CQC inspection: 23 June 2025
Read the full inspection report on the CQC website.
Common questions about Nightingales Residential Care Home
Where is Nightingales Residential Care Home located?
Nightingales Residential Care Home is a residential care home in Lewes, East Sussex, BN8 4LF. You can view its exact location and get directions from the map on this page.
What type of care does Nightingales Residential Care Home provide?
Nightingales Residential Care Home is registered to provide residential personal care, with support that includes Older person care, Physical disability support, Sensory impairment support, Respite care. The full list of services is shown on this page.
What is Nightingales Residential Care Home's CQC rating?
Nightingales Residential Care Home is registered with and inspected by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). Its most recent overall rating is Requires Improvement following its last inspection on 23 June 2025. You can read the full CQC report from the link on this page.
Does Nightingales Residential Care Home offer respite or short-term care?
Yes. Nightingales Residential Care Home offers respite and short-term care. Availability changes regularly, so it is best to enquire directly.
Questions families ask about Nightingales Residential Care Home
Can Mum or Dad stay here if their dementia gets worse?
No. Nightingales Residential Care Home 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. Nightingales Residential Care 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. Nightingales Residential Care 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?
No. Nightingales Residential Care Home is registered for older people. Younger adults are not listed.
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
Nightingales Residential Care 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
Indicative figures for the South East, not a quote from Nightingales Residential Care Home. Actual fees depend on the room, the level of care and how it is funded.
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